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The BSSM runs a certification scheme to promote good practice in strain measurement, and to confirm the competence of a strain gauge user by awarding a formal qualification.
The Level 3 Pre - Examination Seminar will take place on Thursday 17th September 2020 at the University of Sheffield.
The Level 3 Examination will take place on Wednesday 30th September to Thursday 1st October 2020 at the University of Sheffield
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BRUSSELS, Feb. 10 (UPI) -- The European Union said Monday it expects the threat from cybercriminals to evolve as Internet connectivity expands and changes globally.
A report from the EU said Monday it expected to see more cyberattacks from southeast Asia, Africa and South America. The threat itself, the report added, will change as more consumers start to access the Internet through mobile devices.
"Criminal behavior is changing fast, exploiting technological developments and legal loopholes," Commissioner for Home Affairs Cecilia Malmstrom said in a statement Monday. "Criminals will continue to be creative and deploy sophisticated attacks to make more money, and we must be able to keep up with them."
Cyberattacks are becoming a growing national security threat. The EU last year called on member states to collect data on cyberattacks and to coordinate more openly with relevant authorities to combat the issue.
Internet security provider Trend Micro has warned that political leaders are aware of the growing dangers of cybercrime but efforts are restricted in terms of expertise and a general lack of resources.
European leaders expressed concern about their own state computer networks last year when former U.S. National Security Agency contractor Edward Snowden leaked details about a U.S. surveillance system to the media.


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Kansas House Panel To Vote On Gun Measure
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A Kansas House committee is preparing to vote on legislation stripping cities and counties of any power to regulate guns or block the open carrying of firearms.
The House Federal and State Affairs Committee is expected to approve the measure Friday and send it to the full chamber for debate. National and state gun-rights groups are pushing it.
The bill would void existing local gun ordinances throughout Kansas. It would ensure that the open carrying of firearms is allowed statewide and bar cities and counties from regulating gun and ammunition sales.
The measure would also bar counties and cities from using tax revenue to administer gun buyback programs, and prohibit local governments from regulating knives.
Local government groups oppose the bill, saying city and county officials know their communities best.


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TORONTO -- No one said it would be easy to replace Jacoby Ellsbury's production in center field, but the Red Sox are pleased with the job Jackie Bradley Jr. has done.
Bradley Jr. is a work in progress at the plate -- he entered Sunday's series finale against the Blue Jays hitting just .225, though he did hit an RBI single in the second inning off R.A. Dickey. His defense, however, is getting plenty of attention.
The 24-year-old recorded the last out of Saturday's 7-6 win on a difficult hard-hit liner, and has flashed great instincts to track down a number of other balls during the series. Right-hander Clay Buchholz raved about him after the contest, and manager John Farrell was still talking up his defense Sunday.
"The way Jackie has played center field, he's an elite defender out there," Farrell said. "He has saved a couple of runs already and been outstanding. His routes are precise and it's impressive."
Advanced defensive metrics back up Farrell's assessment. Ultimate Zone Rating (UZR), a defensive statistic on Fangraphs.com, which factors in range and arm strength, in addition to other things, to place a run value on a player's defense, has Bradley with the third-highest UZR among center fielders behind the Angels' Mike Trout and Seattle's Abraham Almonte.
"When you don't get it done on one side of the ball, I think it's very vital you get it done on the other side," Bradley said. "That's something I'm always going to take pride in. Defensively, I'm going to make sure I do everything in my power to get it done."


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Cabinet refacing enables you to revitalize your kitchen with new doors, drawer fronts, and matching veneer, while keeping your existing cabinet boxes. Without changing the familiar layout of your kitchen, you can improve both the appearance and durability. You can create a "new kitchen" look without the "new kitchen" price tag.
Door and drawer fronts can wear down faster than the frames. So it's not always necessary to install new custom cabinets. Refacing gives you the option of changing your look without gutting your kitchen or wallet.
Done properly, refacing can help you achieve the results you want at a very reasonable price. It all depends on the doors you choose and which company you purchase them from. As an established, mini-remodeling company with operations throughout the United States, we're able to command favorable pricing from top cabinet manufacturers. And we pass these savings to you!
Most cabinet refacing jobs are completed in just two to four days. And we clean the work area each day, giving you full use of your cooking areas and plumbing in the evening. This gives you the chance for renovation without disrupting the day-to-day activities in your home.
Kitchen Tune-Up offers a great selection of wood choices and colors. Our 30 years of experience and business connections gives us a virtually unlimited number of door styles, sizes, woods, and colors to choose from.
Yes. With our Refacing Plus™ option, we can install additional cabinets, drawers, and islands or modify existing cabinetry. This gives you even more options for an updated look and efficient space or to fit new appliances. We can even help you create special cabinetry like entertainment centers or home offices in other areas of your home.
When you choose to reface your cabinets instead of completely replacing them, you've done more than you may think. You've kept cabinet boxes out of a landfill and you've conserved the materials and energy it would have taken to create new ones. Your kitchen looks completely new and your remodeling project was eco-friendly!
A Tune-Up is our proprietary wood reconditioning process. We start by separating then removing the build-up (dirt, grease, wax, smoke, and dust) from the wood's original finish. Then we touch up and blend the areas where color may have faded and apply a special colorant. Finally, we can treat your cabinets with a special penetrating oil that restores dried-out wood fibers and/or apply an entirely fresh coat of finish. We'll have your wood looking like new in no time!
There are three signs your cabinets might need reconditioning: 1) there's stubborn build-up on the wood, 2) the stain/finish has worn away, or 3) there is minor damage to your cabinets. If one or more of these describe your cabinets, but they don't need to be completely replaced, reconditioning could be the right choice for you.
Kitchen Tune-Up makes wood reconditioning so easy and affordable, you can make it part of your regular home maintenance. It's the most cost-effective way to keep all your cabinetry and woodwork looking fresh and clean without unnecessary hassle and stress.
Our process keeps mess to a minimum on most projects. Wood reconditioning typically takes less than one day, which means you can freshen up your kitchen in time for that upcoming dinner party or holiday gathering.
When you recondition your cabinets, you're doing more than just beautifying your home. You're actually doing your part to help the environment too! By retaining the cabinets you already have, you're keeping them out of a landfill and no energy or materials have gone into making new ones. It's just another great reason to give Kitchen Tune-Up a call!
Cabinet redooring simply means we replace your doors and drawer fronts with new ones in your choice of style that are color-matched to blend with your existing cabinet boxes. We replace your hinges and offer a wide variety of new pulls and knobs to complete the new look. It's a quick and easy way to update your kitchen.
If your cabinet boxes are in good, solid condition and you're happy with the current color of your cabinets, this may be a good option for you. Redooring is a fast way to change your style without overhauling the entire look of your kitchen.
If you're Do-It-Yourself minded and want to change the color of your cabinets, we can supply color-matched paint for you to paint the cabinet frames. We install new doors and drawer fronts that match your newly painted frames. This is a great choice for those who love a white or bisque-colored kitchen. Then we replace your hinges, pulls, and knobs for a completely new and refreshed look. If you're looking for a more hands-off option and still want a color change, check out our Cabinet Refacing Services.
Redooring your cabinets is an extremely affordable option and can save you 40-60% of the cost to replace them with new custom cabinets.
Our process keeps mess to a minimum on most projects. Cabinet redooring typically takes 1-2 days, which means you can freshedn up your kitchen in time for that upcoming dinner party or holiday gathering.
When you redoor your cabinets instead of replacing them entirely, you do a small part to help our planet. Your cabinet boxes don't go to a landfill and the energy and materials needed to create new ones isn't used either! It's just one more thing to feel good about while you're enjoying your beautiful new kitchen.
First, we'll visit your home for an initial consultation. If you know what you want, we'll help you achieve it. If you need creative ideas, we'll show you plenty. We are there to listen to your wants and needs. Don't be afraid to bring your own photos or drawings to the table; we want to make the kitchen you want. On our second visit, we'll bring beautiful, full-color designs for your review. This will allow you to really visualize your new space and make any changes you need. Finally, we'll order and install your new custom cabinetry.
If you're looking to dramatically change the appearance or functionality of your kitchen, custom cabinets may be the right choice for you. Before you decide, please take a look at our full range of options, including the Tune-Up, Cabinet Refacing, and Refacing Plus™.
It depends on the cabinets you choose and which company you purchase them from. We operate a locally owned & operated business that is part of an established national franchise that's been in business since 1988. We're able to command favorable pricing from top cabinet manufacturers, and we pass these savings along to you.
No, most projects are completed in days. We will always clean up after ourselves. We try to minimize the disruption to your life whenever possible.
We can install additional cabinets, drawers, and even islands. We can even help you create special cabinetry like entertainment centers or home offices in other areas of your home. Talk to your Kitchen Tune-Up representative to find out what they can offer to help you make the most of your home.
We don't just throw out your old cabinetry. Whenever possible, we work with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and the Salvation Army to donate your used cabinets. This keeps them out of a landfill and benefits someone else who needs them! If you'd like to hang on to your cabinets, just let us know. You may want them to create a storage or work area in your garage or laundry room. We can help with that too!
At Kitchen Tune-Up, we're passionate about making your dream closet a reality. Our expert team of designers works with you to design a solution that can change your life--all while staying within your budget!
We can recondition, reface, or replace any woodwork in your bathroom. A few simple changes can make your bathroom look like new! We also offer a range of products to make your bathroom more stylish and functional.
It depends on the features you choose and which company you purchase them from. Does your bathroom need a quick update or a full remodel? We have services available for every budget and no matter the size of the project, we can help.
No, most projects are usually complete in one to two days. We clean up at the end of each day, so there's no need to worry about clutter or debris.
Countertops are an essential part of the look for your kitchen. So how do you choose the right material for your space, style, and budget? We want you to be an informed consumer and have information available on various countertop choices. Kitchen Tune-Up does not manufacture countertops, but our location has many different countertop choices ranging from local fabricators to national vendors. We can help you decide which countertop material is best for you.
Countertops are an essential part of the look for your kitchen. So how do you choose the right material for your space, style, and budget? We want you to be an informed consumer and have information available on various countertop choices. Kitchen Tune-Up does not manufacture countertops, but our location has many different countertop choices ranging from local fabricators to national vendors. We can help you decide which countertop material is best for you.
Laminate countertops are moderately durable and available in a wide variety of colors and patterns. Laminate is an inexpensive option which makes it popular for those who want to change the look and feel of their kitchen without the permanence and investment of more expensive materials.
Solid surface countertops are man-made and practically maintenance free. These countertops are available in hundreds of colors and can come in certain finishes such as dull or glossy. In addition, solid surface isn't as expensive as some other countertops. The price depends on the color and style you choose. Also, the option for seamless corners makes solid surface a popular choice.
Granite is a natural stone that has a smooth, natural look, making it one of the more popular choices for kitchens. It comes in an assortment of shades and patterns. Granite is an expensive option and it also requires care and maintenance. Ask about our Granite Tune-Up service to clean, seal, and polish natural stone countertops.
Quartz is a more expensive alternative to granite. Quartz has become a more popular option in kitchens since it is extremely durable, long-lasting, and nearly maintenance free. Quartz is considered an engineered stone and is FDA approved for food preparation. Note that the patterns available are very limited.


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Jump on this quick (and affordable) seven-day tour of some of Europe's greatest cities. See what's so nice about Nice, snap the expected "holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa" shot, and then explore Gaudí's famous architecture. And hey, think of the food to be tried on a tour from Rome to Barcelona! (Good thing you'll be walking so much.) Travel on trains and leave the coach bus behind on this life-changing experience.
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 14.
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Please note that our 18-to-Thirtysomethings accommodation in Europe is multi-share. For more info, see the "About Accommodation" section under "Tour Details".
Arrive at any time.
We highly recommend arriving a day or two earlier to experience all that this amazing city has to offer.
Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting1h
The adventure begins tonight. Feel free to explore before your welcome meeting, but make sure you're back in time to meet the group. After introductions, your CEO will review the details of your tour. Please note that normal check-in times apply at our start hotels, but you can usually store your luggage for the day if you arrive early.
Colosseum Visit 12EUR per personRome
Enjoy a visit to this famous spot, the scene of many bloody gladiator fights for the entertainment of ancient Rome's aristocracy. Take a tour of the old venue-a UNESCO World Heritage site-and feel free to walk around on your own. No battles, please!
Roman Forum Visit 16EUR per person Rome 1h-2h
Even with the bustle of modern day Rome whizzing past on Vespas, you can still lose yourself in the fragmented columns and ancient ruins of this plaza, conjuring images of the rich Romans sauntering by in togas.
Vatican Museum Visit 20EUR per person Vatican City 2h-3h
The Vatican Museums are near St Peter's Basilica and contain priceless works of art from ancient to modern times. There are many different galleries but seeing all of them is definitely not possible in one day, so do a little research before visiting and decide what you really want to see. Two of the most well-known exhibits in the Vatican Museums are the Sistine Chapel and the Raphael rooms.
St Peter's Basilica Visit FreeRome
Sistine Chapel 10EUR per person Vatican City 1h-2h
Although the Sistine Chapel is always very crowded, it is a must-see for any visitor to the Vatican. The magnificent frescoed ceiling of the chapel painted by Michelangelo depicts over 300 figures from the Book of Genesis, the most well-known being "The Creation of Adam," showing God touching the finger of Adam. "The Last Judgment" on the west wall depicts a scene from the Book of Revelations. Art aficionados, get ready to cross one of your list!
Pantheon VisitRome
The Pantheon is one of the most famous buildings in Rome. Originally built during the reign of Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD), the building was rebuilt under Hadrian in 126 AD. The roof is still the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome, and it contains a circular opening (an oculus). It is easily one of the best-preserved of all the ancient Roman buildings.
Christian Catacombs 8EUR per person Rome 30m-1h
Follow a guide through this ancient underground cemetary.
Borghese Gallery 15EUR per person Rome 1h-2h
Take a visit to the beautiful Borghese Gallery villa to indulge in a rich collection of ancient sculptures, relics, mosaics, and paintings. Pieces from Renaissance masters such as Bellini, Raphael, Bernini can be found here.
Trevi Fountain FreeRome
Spanish Steps FreeRome
Trastevere VisitRome 2h-4h
Cross the Tiber river to reach the quaint medieval neighbourhood of Trastevere. This is a great opportunities to escape the crowds and get a glimpse into local life.
The hotel listed below is an example of the hotel you will be staying at. For your departure's start hotel, please check your voucher or the G Adventures App.
Hotel Cherubini (or similar)Hotel
Stop at Pisa to check out the Leaning Tower en route to the beautiful Italian Riviera.
TrainRome – Pisa 3h
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Leaning Tower of Pisa VisitPisa
Stop off for a brief visit to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. This famous tower leans at an angle of approximately four degrees due to an error made during construction—but don't worry, it's been stabilized since then. It's a fascinating sight and definitely photo-worthy. Get creative!
TrainPisa – Rapallo 30m-1h30m
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Hotel San Desiderio (or similar)Hotel
Walk the coastal path between Riomaggiore and Monterosso or opt to take the train. Visit charming, colourful towns along the way with an included national park pass and unlimited train ticket.
National Park Pass and Unlimited Train TicketCinque Terre
Use the included park fee and train ticket for this trip. Opt to follow your CEO along centuries-old footpaths and mule tracks leading through olive groves, vineyards, and orchards on a full day hike, or hop on and off the train, experiencing each town on your own.
Hotel San Desiderio (or similar)Hotel
Continue to the French Riviera and enjoy an included excursion to Monaco.
TrainNice – Monaco 30m
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Free TimeMonaco Afternoon
Enjoy free time to explore the Principality of Monaco.
TrainMonaco – Nice 30m
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
TrainRapallo – Nice 5h
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Promenade des Anglais FreeNice
Walk along the Promenade des Anglais and take in the view of the glistening Mediterranean Sea.
Vieux Nice Visit FreeNice
Wander Vieux Nice, or the Old Quarter, with its cobblestone streets and narrow alleyways. This is the best area to shop, eat, and people watch. Wander the market to witness daily life on the charming Riviera.
Villa Saint Exupery Beach (or similar)Hostel
Enjoy a free day to take a cycling tour, go for a hike along the coast, or take a day trip to nearby beaches and villages.
Free TimeNice
Get out and explore the beautiful French Riviera.
Museum of Modern & Contemporary Art 10EUR per person Nice 1h-3h
Matisse Museum Free Nice 1h-3h
Vieux Nice Visit FreeNice
Wander Vieux Nice, or the Old Quarter, with its cobblestone streets and narrow alleyways. This is the best area to shop, eat, and people watch. Wander the market to witness daily life on the charming Riviera.
Day trip to St Paul de Vence 1.50EUR per person Nice
Hop on a local bus and travel (about 1hr) from Nice to one of the most picturesque medieval towns on the Riviera, Saint Paul de Vence.
Cathedral of Sainte Reparate Free Nice 30m-1h
Take a visit to Nice's oldest, and most ornate church.
Promenade des Anglais FreeNice
Walk along the Promenade des Anglais and take in the view of the glistening Mediterranean Sea.
Villa Saint Exupery Beach (or similar)Hostel
Hop on a flight toward Barcelona. Join your CEO on an orientation walk of your surroundings before participating in a G Adventures supported tapas cooking class served and prepared by migrant youth. Afterward, break off on your own to explore this amazing city. Enjoy a night out on the town.
Visit the old Gothic Quarter with its maze of dark streets, historic cathedral, medieval buildings, bars, and cafés. Stroll Las Ramblas, a large tree-lined pedestrian boulevard perfect for people watching and window shopping.
Please note that passenger luggage (up to 23kgs/50lbs per passenger) is included on this flight.
PlaneNice - Barcelona 2h Morning
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
G Adventures for Good: Mescladis Cooking Demonstration
Espai Mescladis, Catalan for "Mixed Space" is a migrant training kitchen and cafe in the heart of Barcelona that features a unique feel that fuses old Catalan favourites and migrants' home recipes. Enjoy a tapas cooking demonstration from one of the trainees accompanied by a discussion that promotes social reflection - with the kitchen and food at the centre of it all.
Free TimeBarcelona Afternoon
Get out and explore the city today.
Big Night Out:
Whether it's a pub crawl, drink specials or a bonfire on the beach, celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.
La Barceloneta Visit Free Barcelona 30m-1h
Take a stroll on the boardwalk in the neighbourhood of La Barceloneta, an area known for its beaches and waterfront walkway. Visit local restaurants and nightclubs or check out the monuments while there.
La Sagrada Família Visit 15-24EUR per person Barcelona 1h-2h
Visit Gaudí's most famous life work, the cathedral of La Sagrada Familia, an inspiring, yet, bizarre testament to the artist's unique vision.
Parc Güell Visit 8EUR per personBarcelona
Get away from it all with a visit to the imaginative Parc Guell. The fantastical works of Antoni Gaudí (1852–1926) are scattered throughout Barcelona, a grouping of these including Guell Parc, Casa Mila, and the Crypt of La Sagrada Familia were established as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. Stroll the tree-lined paths and admire Gaudi's creative genius at play.
Gothic Quarter Visit Free Barcelona 2h-3h
Uncover a different side of Barcelona. Visit the old Gothic Quarter with its maze of dark streets, historic cathedral, medieval buildings, bars, and cafés.
Casa Batlló 25-30EUR per personBarcelona
Gaudi House Museum 26-30EUR per personBarcelona
Generator Barcelona (or similar)Hostel
Depart at any time.
We highly recommend extending your stay in Barcelona to experience all that this city has to offer.
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Gaudi House Museum 26-30EUR per personBarcelona
Casa Batlló 25-30EUR per personBarcelona
Parc Güell Visit 8EUR per personBarcelona
Get away from it all with a visit to the imaginative Parc Guell. The fantastical works of Antoni Gaudí (1852–1926) are scattered throughout Barcelona, a grouping of these including Guell Parc, Casa Mila, and the Crypt of La Sagrada Familia were established as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. Stroll the tree-lined paths and admire Gaudi's creative genius at play.
La Sagrada Família Visit 15-24EUR per person Barcelona 1h-2h
Visit Gaudí's most famous life work, the cathedral of La Sagrada Familia, an inspiring, yet, bizarre testament to the artist's unique vision.
La Barceloneta Visit Free Barcelona 30m-1h
Take a stroll on the boardwalk in the neighbourhood of La Barceloneta, an area known for its beaches and waterfront walkway. Visit local restaurants and nightclubs or check out the monuments while there.
Gothic Quarter Visit Free Barcelona 2h-3h
Uncover a different side of Barcelona. Visit the old Gothic Quarter with its maze of dark streets, historic cathedral, medieval buildings, bars, and cafés.
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No meals included.
Allow USD240-315 for meals not included.
Train, bus, plane, walking.
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
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Jump on this quick (and affordable) seven-day tour of some of Europe's greatest cities. See what's so nice about Nice, snap the expected "holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa" shot, and then explore Gaudí's famous architecture. And hey, think of the food to be tried on a tour from Rome to Barcelona! (Good thing you'll be walking so much.) Travel on trains and leave the coach bus behind on this life-changing experience.
Duration: 7 days
Start/Finish City: Rome to Barcelona
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Grading: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Trip Type: Small Group
Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
G Adventures for Good: Mescladis Cooking Demonstration, Barcelona
Big Night Out: Barcelona. Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Cinque Terre park fee, unlimited train ticket and CEO-led hike. Visit to Monaco. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Walk the coastal Cinque Terre trails, brush shoulders with the rich and famous in Monaco, soak up some rays on the French Riviera, pose with the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
1. It is important to note that in Europe, all guiding is based around local guides, all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services such as post offices and laundromats, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places.
2. In Europe it is very rare to find elevators in train stations, hotels or other public places. We use public transport on this trip, which means you will need to carry your luggage from platform to platform, in and out of trains and buses etc. and also possibly up several flights of stairs. You will also need to be able to stow your luggage safely on trains and buses. It is therefore essential that you pack light and bring luggage which is compact and lightweight, and which you can easily transport. The carrying of your luggage remains your responsibility at all times.
3.This trip has a fast-paced itinerary with some long transport days - please check the itinerary carefully before deciding if this trip suits your needs.
Please note that our 18-to-Thirtysomethings accommodation in Europe is multi-share. For more info, see the "About Accommodation" section under "Tour Details".
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.
Max 16, avg 14.
Train, bus, plane, walking.
Train, bus, plane, walking.
We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Hostels (6 nts, multi-share).
The variety and local flavour of our accommodation is a favourite part of our European 18-to-Thirtysomethings trips. Although the properties we use are simply furnished and with few facilities, we base our choices on location, character and cleanliness. We will stay in a mixture of hostels, and private rooms in local households.
All accommodation on this tour is multi-share, on a single-sex basis. This may involve 4-6 group members sharing and even (on rare occasions) dormitory-style rooms for the whole group. The majority of accommodation will have shared bathroom facilities.
Couples: Please note that due to the types of accommodation used in Europe we are not able to take requests for double or matrimonial beds, or room you together on this tour. In multi-share hostels, couples will likely be accommodated in separate rooms.
For details of your joining hotel please refer to your tour voucher, G Account, the G Adventures App or contact your travel agent.
Please note that day 1 is an arrival day and no activities have been planned on this day. Upon arrival to the city on day 1 (or earlier if you have booked pre-accommodation with us), please make your way to the joining hotel. Note that check-in time will be in the afternoon. Once you arrive at the hotel, look for a note or bulletin board in the reception with a note from your CEO. This note will give the details of your Welcome Meeting on day 1 (usually between 5pm and 7pm), where you will get a chance to meet your CEO and other travellers, as well as learn more about how the tour will run. If you don't see a note, please ask reception for details!
If you are arriving later and will miss the Welcome Meeting, your CEO will leave a note at reception for you with any information you may need, and with morning instructions for the next day.
By Bus from the Airport:
Shuttle buses run from Fiumicino airport and Ciampino Airport to Termini station in the city centre approximately every half hour. Look for the Terravision stand at the arrival terminal. Cost is €5 one way and takes approximately 1hour.
By Train from the Airport:
The Leonardo Express is the name of the train that will shuttle you from Rome's main international airport, Fiumicino, to central Rome's Termini station. A Leonardo Express train leaves every half hour in each direction.
Trains to Roma Termini Station start at 6:35 in the morning with trains running at 5 and 35 minutes after the hour. The last train of the day departs at 11.35pm. The train station is open 4am to 1am and covers 35 km in around 30 minutes. Cost is 14 Euros per person. Tickets for Leonardo Express are available at rail ticket office, newspaper seller tobacconist's, and self-service tellers, each located in the railway station atrium.
You must always stamp tickets in the machines on the platform before starting your journey.
To find the hotel, exit the station using the Via Giolitti exit on the left hand side if you have your back to the trains. Cross the road and continue down Via Manin. Walk to the end of the block and you will see the hotel in front of you.
By Taxi from the Airport:
Taxis run fixed rates to and from airports. The rate is 40 EUR. The rate for designated Fiumicino taxi drivers is 60 EUR and are inclusive of luggage, for a maximum of four passengers.
We don't expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you are unable to commence your trip as scheduled, please refer to the emergency contact details provided in this dossier and contact us as soon as possible. If you have a pre-booked transfer, and you have not made contact with our representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point hotel, following the Joining Instructions. Please apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs.
We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage. You must be prepared to carry your luggage up and down stairs, on and off transportation, and to hotels (max 15-20 mins.)
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Laundry facilities are offered by some of our accommdation for a charge. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap. Your CEO can also show you where the you can get your laundry done.
Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.
Credit cards and debit cards are very useful for cash advances but you must remember to bring your PIN number (be aware that many ATM machines only accept 4-digit PINs). Both Cirrus and Plus system cards are the most widely accepted debit cards. Visa cards are the most widely accepted credit cards. While ATMs are commonly available, there are no guarantees that your credit or debit cards will actually work - Check with your bank. You should be aware when purchasing products or services on a credit card, that a fee usually applies.
Do not rely on credit or debit cards as your only source of money. A combination of Euros, traveller's cheques and cards is best. Avoid relying on traveller's cheques alone as these are less and less readily cashed as clients use them very little.
Always take more rather than less, as you don't want to spoil the trip by constantly feeling short of funds.
Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $200 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (ex. a natural disaster) require a change to our planned route. This is a rare occurrence!
It is customary in Europe to leave a small tip for service providers, such as waiters, if you are pleased with the service (€1-2).
Tipping is an expected - though not compulsory - component of your tour program, and an expression of satisfaction with the persons who have assisted you on your tour. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. There are several times during the trip where there is opportunity to tip the local guides. You may do this individually, or your CEO will offer to collect the money and tip as a group. Recommendations for tipping local guides would range from €3-5 per day, depending on the quality and length of the service; ask your CEO for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture.
Also at the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures CEO did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline €30-40 per person, per week can be used.
Please see the itinerary for information on optional activities, descriptions and estimated pricing.
Please note inoculations may be required for the country visited. It is your responsibility to consult with your travel doctor for up to date medical travel information well before departure.
You should consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information well before departure. We recommend that you carry a First Aid kit and hand sanitizers / antibacterial wipes as well as any personal medical requirements. Please be aware that quite often we are in remote areas and away from medical facilities, and for legal reasons our leaders are prohibited from administering any type of drug including headache tablets, antibiotics, etc. When selecting your trip please carefully read the brochure and itinerary and assess your ability to cope with our style of travel. Please refer to the Physical and Culture Shock ratings in this dossier for trip specific information. For travellers over 70 years a completed Medical Form is required. G Adventures reserves the right to exclude any traveller from all or part of a trip without refund if in the reasonable opinion of our CEO they are unable to complete the itinerary without undue risk to themselves and/or the rest of the group.
Many national governments provide a regularly updated advice service on safety issues involved with international travel. We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest travel information before departure. We strongly recommend the use of a neck wallet or money belt while travelling, for the safe keeping of your passport, air tickets, travellers' cheques, cash and other valuable items. Leave your valuable jewelery at home - you won't need it while travelling. Many of the hotels we use have safety deposit boxes, which is the most secure way of storing your valuables. A lock is recommended for securing your luggage. When travelling on a group trip, please note that your group leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if it deemed necessary, due to safety concerns. Your Chief Experience Officer (CEO) will accompany you on all included activities. During your trip you will have some free time to pursue your own interests, relax and take it easy and explore at your leisure. While your CEO will assist you with options available in a given location, please note that any optional activities you undertake are not part of your itinerary, and we offer no representations about the safety of the activity or the standard of the operators running them. Please use your own good judgement when selecting an activity in your free time. Although the cities visited on tour are generally safe during the day, there can be risks to wandering throughout any major city at night. It is our recommendation to stay in small groups and to take taxis to and from restaurants, or during night time excursions.
Water based activities have an element of danger and excitement built into them. We recommend only participating in water based activities when accompanied by a guide(s). We make every reasonable effort to ensure the fun and adventurous element of any water based activities (in countries with varying degrees of operating standards), have a balanced approach to safety. It is our policy not to allow our CEOs to make arrangements on your behalf for water based activities that are not accompanied by guide(s).
Swimming, including snorkeling, is always at your own risk. Read more about travel safety for ways to further enhance your personal safety while traveling.
Our small group adventures bring together people of all ages. It is very important you are aware that an average level of fitness and mobility is required to undertake our easiest programs. Travellers must be able to walk without the aid of another person, climb 3-4 flights of stairs, step on and off small boats, and carry their own luggage at a minimum. Travellers with a pre-existing medical condition are required to complete a short medical questionnaire, which must be signed by their physician. This is to ensure that travellers have the necessary fitness and mobility to comfortably complete their chosen trip. While our leaders work hard to ensure that all our travellers are catered for equally, it is not their responsibility to help individuals who cannot complete the day's activities unaided. Please refer to the physical ratings in this Trip Details document for more information.
Please note that all passengers traveling to Antarctica are required to fill out this questionnaire.
The medical questionnaire can be found online at www.gadventures.com/medical-form.
Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts the rest of the group at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for our travellers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter, and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The exploitation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our group leader has the right to expel any member of the group if drugs are found in their possession or if they use prostitutes.
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. G Adventures can provide you with the appropriate coverage. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
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G Adventures' Dollar-a-Day Program provides travellers with the opportunity to give back to the people and places visited on our tours by donating one dollar for every day you are on trip. 100% of these donations go directly to support community development projects worldwide that are implemented by Planeterra.
In Italy, shoulders should be covered while visiting churches and cathedrals. Ask your CEO for more specific advice.
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Eating is a big part of traveling. G Adventures understands the importance of breakfast to start your day, we strive to include a basic breakfast wherever possible. A typical breakfast may include toast, coffee and tea, however this may vary depending on the city. Should breakfast not be included, your CEO can suggest some local options.
Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. While trekking in remote regions etc. food is included, plentiful and made of fresh local ingredients.
For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
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Joel Edgerton and Jessica Chastain will star in The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: His and The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Hers. The love story explores a New York City couple's relationship during a difficult time in their marriage from the perspectives of the restaurant owner husband and of the wife, who goes back to college. Presumably, "His" will be from Edgerton's perspective and "Hers" will be from Chastain's. Ned Benson's two scripts sound like an intriguing premise, and it doesn't hurt having Edgerton and Chastain as your leads. William Hurt is in talks to join the cast.
Variety adds that the films will be stand-alone, so it's not like one is the sequel to the other. Having them released at the same time and available to view in either order is an exciting prospect. Myriad Pictures plans to shop the project around the Berlin Film Festival next week. Hit the jump for the press release and a quick refresher on Edgerton and Chastain's upcoming projects.
Edgerton and Chastain are already set to co-star in Kathryn Bigelow's untitled "Hunt for Osama Bin Laden" picture. Edgerton previously passed through Sundance in the indie Wish You Were Here, and he'll be seen later this year in the family flick The Odd Life of Timothy Green and Baz Luhrmann's adaptation of The Great Gatsby.
Chastain's coming off a recent Best Supporting Actress Oscar-nomination (the general consensus is that she deserved it, but for The Tree of Life and not The Help), and after starring in every other film in 2011, she's got multiple films lined up for 2012. In addition to Bigelow's picture, Chastain is also in the horror film Mama, John Hillcoat's The Wettest County, and an untitled feature from Terrence Malick.
Here's the press release:
February 2, 2012 – Santa Monica…. Academy Award®-nominee Jessica Chastain (The Help, The Tree of Life) and Joel Edgerton (Warrior, Wish You Were Here) have signed on to star in a double-feature film project for Myriad Pictures: The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: His and The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Hers.
The love story explores a New York City couple's relationship during a difficult time in their marriage, from the different perspective of the husband, (Edgerton), a restaurant owner, and of the wife (Chastain), who goes back to college. Academy Award® ‐ winner and 5-time nominee William Hurt (The Kiss of the Spider Woman, Syriana) is in discussion to join the cast.
Ned Benson (In Defiance of Gravity) wrote the two scripts and will direct both films. Cassandra Kulukundis (A Late Quartet, In Defiance of Gravity) is producing. Kulukundis is also Casting Director (There Will Be Blood, Shattered Glass).
Kirk D'Amico, CEO of Myriad Pictures, is excited to be bringing the project to Berlin next week. "Ned has created rich and engaging characters. They are complex, and it is unique to have two different scripts to tell the story. It doesn't matter which script you read first, you absolutely want to read the other perspective."
The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby also represents an alternate approach to content, which D'Amico feels is relevant with the changing distribution models. "It is possible to consider making films in a completely different way than the single production method one film at a time. We're intrigued also to work with our distributors to discover what kind of releasing and promotional options may arise."
But both films will be stand-alone movies. D'Amico added, "We have to make both films work on their own, both for the buyers but also for the audiences. Together these films will describe a fully, more complete look at these characters and their lives."
The deal for Myriad was negotiated by Senior Vice President of Business Affairs David Ducar and Director of Acquisitions and Production Ari Haas, and Alan Grodin for the producers.


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It's a double dose of Damon in this week's Reel Deal column. The actor is so well-rounded that he slips with ease from comedy to action to drama – a trait that is shared by only a select few in Hollywood today. The characters he plays in "Green Zone," still in theatrical release, and the new-to-DVD "The Informant!" couldn't be any more different.
It's a double dose of Damon in this week's Reel Deal column.
Matt Damon is an Oscar-nominated actor (for last year's "Invictus" and "Good Will Hunting" in 1997) and an Oscar-winning screenwriter (which he shared with Ben Affleck for "Good Will Hunting").
Among other things, he's been a racist prep school student ("School Ties," 1992), a fallen angel ("Dogma," 1999), a serial killer with an identity crisis ("The Talented Mr. Ripley," 1999), a smooth-talking con man ("Oceans Eleven ... Twelve ... and Thirteen"), a trained assassin with a serious case of amnesia ("The Bourne Identity ... Supremacy ... and Ultimatum"), half of a conjoined twin ("Stuck on You," 2003) and a Boston cop on the take ("The Departed," 2006).
The actor is so well-rounded that he slips with ease from comedy to action to drama – a trait that is shared by only a select few in Hollywood today.
The characters he plays in "Green Zone," still in theatrical release, and the new-to-DVD "The Informant!" couldn't be any more different.
Best to dispatch with the comparisons right away.
"Green Zone" isn't a fourth installment of the popular "Bourne" series, though both feature the same star (Matt Damon) and director (Paul Greengrass).
In terms of an Iraq War drama, it's also basically the opposite of last year's phenomenal "The Hurt Locker."
"The Hurt Locker" played heavy on emotion as it tracked three bomb-defusing soldiers on the tail end of a tour of duty. It also steered clear of politics and avoided making any sort of ruling on the merits of the war itself.
On the other hand, "Green Zone," based on a nonfiction book, "Imperial Life in the Emerald City," by former Washington Post Baghdad bureau chief Rajiv Chandrasekaran, is pretty much all politics – and at its heart condemns the war and "the lies and liars" that started it.
Damon's in full action-hero mode as Chief Warrant Officer Roy Miller, who leads a team of soldiers on raids of suspected weapons of mass destruction sites in Iraq.
There's no real suspense involved here as we all know how these searches turn up – empty.
Miller's among a few who aren't willing to shrug, nod their heads and pretend that the war's all going according to plan.
He's become a squeaky wheel, at least in part because his own job performance has been called into question by bureaucrats who insist that WMDs exist, and troops just aren't acting on the intel reports fast enough.
He has allies in an ostracized CIA honcho (Brendan Gleeson), a pesky reporter (Amy Ryan) and an Iraqi man who insists he's only looking out for his country and himself in providing a tip that starts to unravel the whole web of deceit.
But none, apparently, wield more power than the Pentagon pencil-pusher played by Greg Kinnear, who, we're led to believe, can start and stop wars with the wag of his forked tongue.
If only things were so simple in the real world.
Much of the movie is set in the hallowed halls of government or the turbulent streets of Iraq.
But one scene in particular shows a side of the Iraq war I don't recall seeing before. Soldiers in full battle regalia stick out like a sore thumb when they enter a side of the "Green Zone" that looks more like Club Med than the dusty battlefield. Shapely ladies in bikinis and men in trunks sip drinks adorned with colorful little umbrellas poolside at an Iraqi palace seized as a war-free base of U.S. operations.
It's a short reprieve from the jarring, jostling footage from the frontlines.
On the Dramamine scale, I'd give "Green Zone" a 7 – a chase scene toward the end might be especially nausea-inducing for certain moviegoers. Wouldn't be surprised if someone lost their popcorn and created a little "green zone" of their own in the theater aisle.
Loose lips sink ships.
In "The Informant!" it's Matt Damon's gums that are doing all the flapping.
Damon plays corporate whistleblower Mark Whitacre in director Stephen Soderbergh's adaptation of Kurt Eichenwald's book, based on a true story.
And boy can Whitacre blow that whistle. He also has the gift of the gab.
Between his inner dialogue (his every thought – some inspired, mostly idiotic) and his constant yammering, Damon does more lines as Whitacre than Johnny Depp as cocaine smuggler George Jung in 2001's "Blow."
The ship Whitacre's out to sink belongs to agri-business giant Archer Daniels Midland, guilty of greedily price-fixing food additives in the 1990s.
Except the delusional Whitacre, an up-and-coming executive at ADM, has the notion that by toppling the corrupt suits, he'll be hailed a conquering hero and promoted directly to the top.
Meanwhile, his handlers at the FBI (played by Joel McHale and Scott Bakula) suspect, with good reason, that Whitacre's not being completely honest with them. And his big mouth constantly jeopardizes their case.
Sporting sizable spectacles and a goofy mustache, Damon becomes "The Informant!" It's unlike any role he's ever done before, and he masters it.
As he fumbles with ungainly recording devices and bumbles through sting operations, he endears himself to the audience, even as annoying and deceitful as he is.
It's also good to see Bakula back in the spotlight – I've been a fan since way back, when he was the time-traveling do-gooder Dr. Sam Beckett in "Quantum Leap," which ran for 97 episodes from the late 1980s to mid-90s.
Interesting that the '90s have given Bakula his latest big screen break – though I don't really remember the decade quite as it's depicted in "The Informant!" The bright colors and frumpy hairstyles seemed more reminiscent of the '70s.
I thought we were cooler than that back then. But then, that was 20 years ago, and maybe my memory fails me.
"The Informant!," though, doesn't. It's intellectual, idiotic and mostly good fun. It earns it's exclamation point.
He steals from the rich and gives to the poor ... and now he's getting the "Gladiator" treatment from director Ridley Scott and star Russell Crowe. The two paired for that 2000 epic, which upon first blush looks eerily similar to their new collaboration, "Robin Hood."
This time, it's Crowe who plays the people's bandit –¬ taking it places that Errol Flynn (in 1938's "The Adventures of Robin Hood"), Disney (it was a cartoon in 1973), Kevin Costner (in "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves," 1991) and even Carey Elwes (in the 1993 spoof, "Robin Hood: Men in Tights") never could.
Cate Blanchett stars as Maid Marian in this take on the legend, which is scheduled for theatrical release May 14.
As far as new releases go, this weekend's a toss-up between a family outing to the 3-D "How to Train Your Dragon" and the campy comedy "Hot Tub Time Machine." Find out how the coin lands in next week's Reel Deal.
Robert McCune is editor of The Independent in Massillon, Ohio. Contact him at 330-775-1124 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Twenty times this year Paul Konerko has filled the DH spot and seven times he has taken a day off. In all 27 instances Mark Kotsay took his place at first base. In an additional 47 games Kotsay himself has served as the DH. This has been nothing but a detriment to the team. Kotsay is no longer a good hitter, and really hasn't been one since 2004. He has a mere .304 wOBA this year after a .309 mark last year, and he hasn't crossed the .320 mark since 2005. There was no reason to think he'd approach average production for a DH. Yet he has been their primary guy in that spot. It seems like it could have gone to a more worthy player. …
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DE ARMAS, Gustavo. Weakening of the demographic effect and consolidation of a new party system: evidence for the 2009 Uruguayan elections.Traducido porLucía Tiscornia. Rev.urug.cienc.polít. [online]. 2008, vol.4Selected edition, pp. 0-0. ISSN 0797-9789.
Between the elections of 1984 and 2004 the Uruguayan party system experienced a gradual but also deep transformation. The new party system that emerged in 2004, constituted by two large -formal or informal- coalitions (a new two-party system), can be explained by long-term trends (the demographic change of the electorate) and electoral conjunctures. The decrease of Frente Amplio's vote turnout between 2004 and 2009 can be explained by the weakening of the "demographic effect" and by the relatively significant transfer of votes, from the left coalition to the other parties. Despite those changes, the recent election seems to have consolidated the party system that emerged from the previous election, which is likely to remain over the next years.
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City gives seven-year tax deferral to get more apartments downtown
DANBURY -- City officials are moving forward with two tax deferrals for projects, including a $70 million downtown housing development they hope will provide future economic growth and good paying jobs.
But the approval of a seven-year tax deferral for Kennedy Place, a downtown housing project hailed as a cornerstone to city center revitalization, didn't move forward during a City Council meeting last week without questions about the process.
A deferral allows a developer to forgo paying the additional property taxes for seven years that would result from improvements to the property.
The only council member to vote against the deferral, Democrat Paul Rotello, said he and other members received the contract on the night of the vote, giving little, if any, time to review the document.
"There just wasn't enough time to thoroughly review the document before we had to vote on it," Rotello said.
He added while he is in favor of the housing project -- 367 luxury apartments to be built on a nearly 10-acre parcel near Main Street's north end -- the contract calls for the full deferral to be available once the developer invests at least $45 million into the project.
"That means they only have to build half the project," Rotello said, adding the deferral would result in about a $5 million tax savings for the developer. "For that kind of investment of taxpayer dollars, you would think we'd want to make sure it was fully developed."
Controversy had surrounded a previous tax deferral approved by the city in 2007 for BRT Corp., the developers of Brookview Commons, after the company promised market rate housing but instead filled the units with students from nearby Western Connecticut State University.
BRT, which is looking to sell the Kennedy Place property to Greystar, a development firm from South Carolina, has since retooled the Commons to include market rate apartments.
Daniel Lee, a director with Greystar, said Wednesday that the firm is committed to completing the project.
"There is no intent whatsoever to commence construction and stop with anything short of completion," he said. "We are very excited about the project and we hope it will be a great addition to the community."
Firm officials hope to start construction on the project, which still needs land use approvals, by the middle of the year, Lee said.
Some members of the public were upset that the vote on the tax deferral wasn't on the council's agenda for the meeting last week, Rotello said, but noted that it was tabled from a previous meeting.
"I know that didn't sit well with some people," he said.
Mayor Mark Boughton, said, however, that according to Robert's Rules of Order, an item can be tabled, as the vote was in December, and brought back at the next meeting.
"We wanted to hold the vote over to the January meeting so that the developers could be available to answer any questions the council members might have on the project," he said.
Members of a council ad hoc committee recommended Tuesday that the city also move forward with a seven-year tax deferral for Perosphere, a start-up pharmaceutical company that is looking to invest more than $3 million in a building on Kenosia Avenue.
Council President Joseph Cavo, who also served as chairman of the committee, said the company could bring as many as 20 to 30 high-paying jobs in the research and development field.
"These deferrals are provided as incentives for companies to locate here, pay taxes here and provide jobs for the community," he said. "We need to be competitive, and if we don't provide these kind of incentives, other communities will and will draw businesses out of the city. That wouldn't benefit anyone."
Bruce Tuomala, the city's economic development director, said Perosphere is one of the first deferrals to be offered during his three-year tenure with the city.
"While we don't offer them too often, these deferrals are designed to bring economic value to the community in terms of jobs and revenue," he said.
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Four Generations in the Piano Business
A passion for the art of pianos is what distinguishes Classic Pianos of Washington from other piano retailers.
Today's success of Classic Pianos is occurring during an uncertain business climate that witnessed the closing of at least two major Seattle / Bellevue piano stores in 2009: Washburn Piano Company, and Helmer's Music.
In 2009 Maurice Unis and his 30-year old son, Brian, expanded their Pacific Northwest-based piano business into the Greater Seattle Area by acquiring the Bellevue location that had previously been occupied by Washburn Piano Company before its liquidation and store closing.
Despite the economic challenges that have faced small business owners in the United States during the past 75 years — from The Great Depression of 1935; to the recession of the mid-1970s; to the financial meltdown of banks, foreclosure of home mortgages, and record-setting liquidation of piano stores and small businesses coast-to-coast, Maurice Unis and his Classic Pianos family of "Piano People" have not only survived, they have grown and prospered.
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- Maurice Unis and his Classic Pianos sales associates have won Top U.S. Dealer awards for Highest Retail Sales, Outstanding Community Service, and Artistic Piano Showroom Display from every piano manufacturer that they represent: Bösendorfer, Schimmel, Yamaha, Disklavier™, Clavinova by Yamaha, plus many others.
- Quantity Discount
- Classic Pianos receives a lower Wholesale Price on new inventory from piano manufacturers, than most other U.S. piano dealers are able to negotiate, because of the high annual sales volume. These savings can be passed on to customers.
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- Compared to other piano retail stores with high rent in downtown Seattle and expensive mall locations, Classic Pianos of Washington operates its Seattle area showroom in Bellevue ― up the street from Bellevue Square ― at 10635 NE 8th Street, Bellevue 98004.
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- Over 300 new and used pianos are accessible from off site warehouse and storage facilities owned by Classic Pianos.
- Banking Connections
- Whenever U.S. dealers cannot make curtailments on financed (floored) inventory, bankers look to Maurice Unis and his networking Classic Pianos team to liquidate the pianos for them at substantial savings. Seattle area store closing sales have included Helmer's Music and Washburn Piano Co.
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- Seasoned and knowledgeable sales associates of Classic Pianos include Certified Piano Technicians, Piano Teachers, Concerts & Events Managers, and Professional Pianists.
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In part one of this series on closing/selling a club, I discussed the pros and cons, as well as the benefits and pitfalls associated with either permanently closing a club or selling it to a new ownership group. In doing so, I shared the story of two club closings, one a well-handled club closing, and the other, a poorly handled closing.
In the second part, I am sharing tips on how to prepare for the possible sale or closing of a club, so that the involved stakeholders walk away with a sense of closure and a belief that the business considered their needs and interests.
It all begins with creating a plan and working your plan. Nearly every club operator has an emergency plan in place to deal with in-club emergencies, such as member and employee injuries, fires and natural disasters. Furthermore, good operators make it a habit to rehearse their emergency response plan so that when the real deal occurs, they can execute on autopilot.
Unfortunately, most club owners do not do the same for their business, often because they do not envision their business facing a life-threatening emergency. As we all know, businesses regularly fail, and when they do, having a well-prepared response plan can lessen the negative consequences and potentially insure that the ownership group can continue to do business another day. Likewise, when selling a business, you need to have a plan in place so that the transition process that occurs takes into consideration the club's members and employees, as well as the ownership group's potential interest in opening another business in the future. Although a business emergency plan that addresses the closure or sale process cannot be physically rehearsed, it can be reviewed regularly by ownership, which in the future will go a long way toward protecting the interests of all the parties involved.
Here is what goes into a plan for club closure or ownership change:
1. Create a strategy to assist employees with the transition. When a club closes its doors or when new ownership takes over, employees typically experience the greatest anxiety. For employees, the prospect of losing their job or, in the best case, having to deal with a new employer who may not provide the same quality workplace environment, often leads to behaviors that have dire consequences for the business. As a result, every operator needs to have a strategy in their plan that addresses:
- Payment of unused and accrued personal and vacation time. At all of my former companies, we had policies to address this and made sure to adhere to them, even if it cost us money.
- Assistance to employees in finding a new job or transitioning to a new owner. If you are closing the club, then you should have a plan in place to assist employees in finding new work in the industry or in the marketplace. At one club closing, we actually offered a job fair for our employees. In every case, you should provide the proper references for employees so it makes it easier for them to find work.
- If the club has been sold, then the seller should arrange for existing employees to keep their jobs for a transitional period until the new owner has an opportunity to evaluate the performance of the employees. A typical transitional period may be 90 days.
2. Create an employee communication strategy around the closure or sale. The failure to communicate the pending closure or sale to employees is the number one mistake that most business owners make. Most often, the desire not to provide employees with sufficient notification comes from a belief that if one provides notice too soon in advance, employees will react negatively and potentially sabotage the process. Like any separation process, employees will go through an emotional roller coaster that includes disbelief and shock, anger and depression. Each of these emotional reactions can drive behavior that is damaging to the organization and the individual employee. Therefore, it is important to have a communication process that lessens these emotional responses and, more importantly, demonstrates that you as an owner understand the gravity of the situation from their perspective. When communicating the closure or sale, do so only after you have prepared plans for assisting each employee with the transition. Any announcement should be done verbally, preferably in a group meeting, followed by both department and individual one-on-one sessions, if possible. Making the announcement via a group email or company-delivered memo demonstrates a complete lake of compassion and respect for employees. You can and should send out a follow-up communication via email to summarize the content of a previously delivered verbal communication. Ideally, you want to make this announcement at least 30 days in advance.
3. Create a strategy to assist members with their membership privileges and payments. The closure of a club is guaranteed to create a variety of negative emotions among members, including shock, despair and anger. Concurrently, these negative emotions can lead to undesirable behaviors ranging from complaints to sabotage to legal suits. If you care about your members, your legacy and your reputation in the marketplace, you need to have a strategy in place to deal with the club members. A member strategy should include:
- Steps you will take to compensate members for any prepaid dues or prepaid payments made for services if they will be unable to transfer their membership.
- Steps you will take to transfer a member's privileges to a new club (e.g., another club in the company network or a competitor's club). This must be well thought out.
4. Create a member communication strategy around the closure or sale. Members are owed the proper notice whenever a club is closed. When communicating with members, the communication needs to go beyond simply stating the club is closing or being sold and address the following:
- Individual membership privileges (e.g., reimbursements, transfers, etc.)
- Timing of the change
- How members can address their concerns to management and/or ownership
You should attempt to make the communication to your members personal, such as mailing a letter from management to each member. Once a personal communication has been sent out, then you can use your website, social media pages and in-club systems to reinforce the original message. The communication to members should be coordinated with the communication to employees. Ideally, you should make this announcement at least 30 days in advance.
5. Create a public communication strategy. Since the media will jump on every opportunity to bash the club, and in particular ownership, when a club is closed or sold, ownership must have a well-defined strategy for communicating the change to the media. The goal of this communication is to put a positive spin on a negative situation. Failing to address the media and community in your plan is likely to lead to adverse publicity, including irreparable damage to an owner's or brand's reputation.
6. Create a strategy for dispersing your assets. Obviously, if you are selling your club, then this will be addressed in the sale agreement. If you are closing the club instead, you should have a strategy for selling assets that can offer capital to help offset any outstanding liabilities. For example, can you find buyers for your equipment, and then use those funds to address other pressing liabilities?
The above strategies should not be considered gospel. Rather, they should be seen as guidelines that will assist owners and management when either the grim reaper comes calling on your businesses, or a deal you "cannot refuse" falls into your lap. In either situation, the way you depart is important.
Stephen Tharrett is president of Club Industry Consulting. He is the author of four books and is a former board member and president of IHRSA. Tharrett is involved in public speaking, having served as an international keynote speaker at conventions in Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, England, Ireland, Japan, Russia, Singapore, Spain and Turkey, as well as domestic conventions such as Athletic Business, CMAA, IHRSA and SIBEC. He can be reached at [email protected].


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I like mixing things up in the kitchen every now and then, and when the flavors are a good match– Thai and Indian, for example — it is easy to get great results. Like my Cracked Wheat Upma with Thai-Style Peanut and Sweet Potato Curry.
The cracked wheat upma is inspired by a recipe I saw this week at Chitra Amma's Kitchen and wanted to make right away. I made the upma more like I usually make a regular rava upma with the only real difference being that I was using cracked wheat instead of rava, which is also wheat but more finely ground.
I became a fan of cracked wheat as a rice substitute when one of Desi's diabetic relatives recommended it to us. Because cracked wheat is made from the whole wheat kernel, it is a high-fiber food that makes a healthy addition to any diet. I usually cook it exactly as I would rice– boil two cups of water, add a cup of cracked wheat, bring to a boil, cover, lower the heat and simmer for 15 minutes until done. Eaten with curries just like you would rice, it is really delicious.
For the upma, I varied this basic technique just slightly, but I first roasted the cracked wheat because I like the nuttier flavor the dry-roasting creates.
For the Thai-Style curry, I used my homemade Thai red curry paste which I usually have in the freezer and which is completely vegan, unlike store-bought pastes. Instead of using peanut butter, which usually goes into Thai peanut curries, I used whole peanuts boiled to nutty tenderness. They gave the curry great texture alongside the silky sweet potatoes, the slightly-crunchy spinach, and the smooth coconut milk.
The spicy upma and the mellow curry were a match made in kitchen heaven. Enjoy, all!.
Cracked Wheat Upma
- 1 cup cracked wheat (this is not the same as bulghur which is used widely in Middle Eastern foods. Bulghur is already partially cooked when you buy it. Cracked wheat is just the broken raw wheat kernel)
- 2 cups water
- 2 tsp vegetable oil like canola
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- A generous pinch of asafetida/hing (optional)
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 2 dry red chillies , broken into halves
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- 1 medium onion , finely diced
- 2 bell peppers , finely diced (I used red and yellow, but green would be fantastic here. Also, feel free to substitute with any vegetable that doesn't need too much cooking time, like cabbage or carrot. Even boiled potatoes could be added)
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- Salt to taste
- Heat a dry skillet. Add the cracked wheat and dry-roast, stirring constantly, about 5 minutes over medium heat. The wheat should turn a couple of shades darker. Remove to a plate and set aside.
- Add the oil to the skillet.
- Add the mustard seeds and asafetida. When the seeds sputter, add the onions and saute for a couple of minutes until the onions start to soften and turn translucent.
- Add the red chillies and turmeric and stir in.
- Immediately add the ginger and peppers and stir-fry a couple more minutes.
- Add the peas, water and salt and bring to a boil. Add the roasted cracked wheat and stir to mix, then cover with a tight lid, turn the heat to low, and allow it to cook for 15 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let it stand about 10 minutes before opening. Garnish with coriander leaves or even some shredded coconut, if desired.
- Serve hot with the peanut-veggie curry (recipe follows).
Thai-Style Peanut And Sweet Potato Curry
- 1 cup peanuts , boiled until tender (I do this in a pressure cooker, but you can just as easily boil them on the stovetop after covering them with water.)
- 1 tsp canola or other vegetable oil
- 1 large sweet potato , peeled then diced into small pieces
- 1 cup thick coconut milk
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves , whole. If using regular spinach, chop into strips.
- 1/4 cup
- Thai red curry paste
- (I reserve about a tablespoon to stir in at the end of cooking-- it gives a real flavor wallop)
- Heat the oil in a saucepan. Add 1/4 cup of the coconut milk and the Thai red curry paste and stir together until they are well mixed and fragrant.
- Add the sweet potatoes and some of the water from boiling the peanuts or, if you don't have any remaining, just add 1/4 cup of water.
- Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and let the sweet potatoes cook until tender.
- Add the peanuts with 1 cup of the water they were boiled in (use regular water if you don't have enough). Add salt and stir well. Now add the spinach and the remaining curry paste. Turn off heat when the spinach just wilts--don't cook it too long because you don't want the spinach to turn too soft.
- Serve hot with the cracked wheat upma.
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Palisades Park, New Jersey – July 17, 2017 – The LifeBattery AIR is about to go live on Indiegogo with a new campaign starting on July 17. This campaign is to help with getting funds for the production of this new device that will fit in with all sorts of Apple devices. It especially does well with the Macbook Air among other prominent devices from the company.
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The LifeBattery AIR has been designed to create a strong arrangement that fits in well with many Apple devices. It has been heavily redesigned from its original template from a year ago to work with a sleek and curved design that fits in with the Macbook.
The ports are all on one side of the battery to make it very easy for the user to connect it to the Macbook. The MagSafe connection on an Apple device makes it easier for this to be supported as desired. The extensive variety of ports ensures that all Apple devices can be charged up.
The battery works with many ports to support a variety of devices all at once. Three and five-port multi-chargers will be available to various Indiegogo backers. The eight individual batteries inside the LifeBattery total 27,200mAh in power and work with the Quick Charge 3.0 system to make it easier for anyone to power up a device in as little time as possible.
This also weighs around 1.6 pounds, thus keeping it easy to carry around. It does not add lots of weight onto a Macbook either.
The Indiegogo campaign for this product will be introduced on July 17. The first mass production of the LifeBattery AIR should start in October with backers getting their items shipped out to them starting in December.
LifeBattery AIR is currently being highlighted on YouTube. A new video is showing how the battery can be used and how easy it is to get a connect set up with it.
This product will be appealing to all those who are interested in finding a new way to keep one's Apple devices charged up right. The LifeBattery AIR will use a strong body and effective system that makes it easier for anyone to power up Apple devices of all kinds.
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My three girls love these skirts. I have been making them for a couple of years in all different sizes. They are so easy and fun. So I put together a
quick , okay, not really that quick, tutorial on how I make them. The great thing is that this design has a lot of "wiggle room".
I often use scraps for this skirt so I modify the length based on what I have in my scraps. The one shown above is on the longer side for a tallish 61/2 year old.
I started here with 20 inch long cuts, the key is to make sure that all your pieces are the same length and allow for hemming on the top and bottom.
I cut them about 4 inches wide on top to about 6 or 7 inches wide on the bottom of each panel. They do not have to all be the same and those measurements are totally give or take a few inches type of measurements. Also, the amount of panels you use will effect the "twirlyness" of the skirt. For this one I used 11 panels altogether.
Here are my cut panels ready to sew. I use a serger to sew panels right sides together.
Obviously, if you don't have a serger you can instead use a tight zig-zag stitch.
Either way I sew a 1/4 inch(less if serging-see above photo) straight stitch along each seam for extra strength.
Sew all of your panels together to close the skirt. Turn right side out and viola, you are already halfway done!!
I clip my threads and then press the top of the skirt over about 1/4 inch. If you want to add a drawstring to your skirt, figure out where you want the front to be.
Then, from that seam measure down about 1 inch to find the top most part of your buttonhole. I give myself about an inch in which to make the buttonhole but the acutal opening needs to only be about 3/4 inch. In the above photo I marked the opening with blue fabric marker and sewed my openings just a hair smaller- between the marks.
Oops, I completely forgot to get photos of the buttonhole sewing. If you need more help with this you can likely refer to your machine's manual.
After creating your buttonholes, which by the way, are really just openings through which you will put your drawstring, you can press and sew another 1 inch hem, using a 1/8 inch seam allowance. Make sure to start on one side of your openings and sew all the way around, stopping just BEFORE the other opening.
This will leave room to insert your elastic. After attaching a safety pin to one end of a piece of 1/2 elastic (I usually cut about 17-18 inches long, if your child is on the bigger side obviously you need to cut more), you can "scrunch" it through one side until it comes out the other. At this point I usually join the elastic to about where I think it looks right, pin it together and then have the girl I'm making it for try it on.
Making sure it's not all twisted up, I then sew the elastic pieces together, using a backstitch for extra durability. Then cut the leftover elastic. This step is pretty forgiving and does not have to be measured perfectly, especially if you are also adding a drawstring, but I would estimate bigger rather than smaller if you have to guess. The drawstring will allow the wearer to tighten a bit more if needed.
After getting your elastic all squared away, you can move it out of the way and sew up your opening the same 1/8 inch as before. All you need now is your ruffle (if desired) and drawstring.
Sorry for the blurry photo of the finished waist with openings, not sure you can see those.
For the drawstring I simply use twill tape, or make a 2 inch bias tape strip. If not sure how, here is a most amazing tutorial on it.
My favorite part is adding the ruffle. I have so much fun with this step, that I forgot to get photos of the process. It's so easy though it hardly needs them.
I just press the bottom edge of the skirt up 1/4 inch and then pin my lace with edges lined up. I then sew about an 1/8 inch all the way around the inside edge of the skirt
You then have a lovely little ruffle edge for the bottom.
I love these skirts so much……..
I wish I could still pull off wearing them myself.
But, indeed, they look much cuter on a little girl. I couldn't resist a rainbow version…
that I didn't have time to have the girls try on.
I know this post/tutorial is ridiculously long. If you've read this far, you really should give this skirt a try. I'd love to hear about it if you do. I hope you find this tutorial helpful!!
Happy skirt making!!


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