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An indoor shooting range billed as the largest such facility in the nation is coming to Henrico County.
Colonial Shooting Academy is expected to open in February at 6020 West Broad Street near Willow Lawn, in the former Colony House Furniture building. The facility will be open seven days a week and house 39 shooting stations for use by members or the general public, as well as 11 stations for law enforcement training and a "shoot house," in which officers can practice various scenarios.
"It's real exciting for us, because there's a huge need," said general manager Ed Coleman, "and we feel like we're meeting that need."
In Central Virginia, there are three outdoor ranges and one indoor range. Coleman has been affiliated with one of the outdoor ranges – Cavalier Rifle and Pistol Club in Hanover County – for nearly four decades and said the new facility will appeal to a range of customers.
"We've been all over the country looking at indoor ranges," he said. "Typically what we've found is professional people or tradesmen who are interested in shooting and need a place to shoot, or people who are interested in shooting competitions, which we'll have some of."
The facility earned plan of development approval from the Henrico Planning Commission late last month, clearing the way for demolition and renovation work to begin inside the structure. Investors in the shooting academy expect to spend $6 million or more outfitting the building during the coming months, Coleman said.
The building, owned by the real estate firm Spotts and Carneal, has been vacant since Colony House Furniture closed several years ago. Spotts and Carneal principal Courtland Spotts is the academy's managing partner and a primary investor. (Ed Lacy, another real estate official, is the other primary investor.)
The facility will offer memberships – beginning at $35 a month with a $100 initiation fee – but also will accept walk-in customers and offer gun rentals. One hour of shooting time will cost $20, Coleman said. Twenty-yard and 25-yard shooting ranges will be available, and the facility intends to offer some firearms for sale.
All customers and members will be required to take an on-site safety course prior to their first use of the facility and once every 12 months thereafter, Coleman said.
The academy is expected to employ 25 to 30 people, Coleman said. Among the facility's instructors will be recently retired Henrico Police Chief Henry Stanley.
The firearms industry as a whole has shown steady growth in recent years – including growth of more than 15 percent annually in the past few among first-time firearm owners, according to Coleman.
But many of those new owners lack formal training or the opportunity to access it nearby, he said. That's a void that the new facility will seek to fill locally, he said.
"There are very few facilities where you can go to learn," Coleman said. "Our primary purpose is to create a good, safe place for people to learn to shoot. We'll have a safe, secure environment where people can come and take classes and learn proper shooting techniques."
Coleman also expects that the academy's role with local law enforcement agencies will expand over time. Because of its vast amount of space, it will be able to offer local police departments training opportunities that many of them – even larger ones – may lack, he said.
Colonial Shooting Academy will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.
More details about the facility will be available during the coming months on its website (http://www.colonialshooting.com) and by phone (804-266-AMMO).
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Chuck is married to Judi Mangione. The couple have two daughters together.
Chuck's quartet got its start in 1969 by playing in a Rochester singles bar.
At the end of 1965, Chuck's dream came true. While still in New York City, he was offered the trumpet spot with his "boyhood idol," drummer Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers.
In 1965 Chuck decided to move to New York City and freelance, "just to see what could happen".
After graduation, Chuck taught music for a year in Rochester. When his group 'Outsiders' collapsed, he returned to teaching at the Hochstein School of Music in Rochester.
From 1958 to 1963, Chuck attended the Eastman School of Music and received a Bachelor of Music degree.
In 1962, Chuck cut an album on his own, Recuerdo, for Jazzland Records.
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Chuck's dad would take him to many concerts at local clubs when he was growing up.
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Chuck's Give It All You Got was the theme to the Winter Olympic Games of 1980, held in Lake Placid, New York. Previously, his piece, Chase the Clouds Away, was used in the 1976 Olympic Games.
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2000: The Feelling's Back
1994: Together Forever
1994: The Hat's Back
1989: The Boys From Rochester
1981: Tarantella
1978: Children Of Sanchez
1977: Feel So Good
1976: Bellavia
1975: Chase The Clouds Away
1975: Encore
1973: Land Of Make Believe
1971: The Chuck Mangione Quartet
1962: Recuerdo
1961: Hey Baby
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JACK CANFIELD, # 1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling coauthor of thirty-one books in the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, has dedicated his life to the personal and professional development of others. He is based out of Santa Barbara, California.
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No Place I'd Rather Be
"All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them."
―Walt Disney
Growing up, I always dreamed of being a professional figure skater. After years of hard work, support from my family and good coaching, I am living proof that dreams can come true.
When I was born, my parents immediately noticed something wrong. My feet were deformed, pointing inward and curling under. I wore casts and foot braces my first two years to correct the problem. My casts were changed every two weeks. I teetered at first, yet I learned to balance and walk in casts. Soon after the last set of casts came off, Mom enrolled me in dance classes as therapy for my feet. I, however, quickly decided to try something else. Not far from my house was an ice rink in the mall. There, local skaters would perform ice shows. I remember seeing the glittery costumes, the dazzling spotlight, and their graceful movements. I wanted to try skating.
I started taking group skating lessons, but I'd cry before class because going into a group scared me. Performing on ice came naturally, but I have always been shy and afraid to speak in group settings.
One thing I've never been afraid of is competition. I get nervous, like everyone else, but never fearful. For me, skating has never been about beating others. It's been about being my personal best. I progressed through various levels rapidly and gave my first ice performance at age seven. Soon I started winning local and regional competitions. That's because being on the ice has always been the one place I can truly express my emotions. The ice is like home.
I began seriously training when I was nine years old. Mom and I would wake up at four o'clock in the morning, six days a week. I'd skate for five hours. Then I'd go to school. Since education has always been important in my family, I had to find creative ways to fit in school studies throughout my amateur career.
Twenty-four hours after graduating from high school, I moved to Canada. Saying good-bye to my family and friends made me homesick before I even left, but I knew deep down that I had to leave and train full-time to give my dreams a chance at reality.
I went to compete in the Olympic Games in 1992. No one, not my coach or even my family, ever talked to me about winning a gold medal. In fact, I wouldn't even allow myself to think about it. I thought that would jinx me. So, I went with the attitude that I wanted to enjoy the Olympic spirit.
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Two days later, I was the first of the final six skaters on the ice. My long performance started well, but I slipped while landing one of my easiest triple jumps, and my hand touched the ice. I didn't want to make two mistakes in a row, so next I did a jump with just two spins to play it safe. As I neared the end, I had one more jump, the triple Lutz. Okay, this is it. You have to do this, I told myself. I landed it perfectly.
When medals were awarded, I found myself on the top step, the gold hanging around my neck and America's national anthem playing. Words can't describe the overwhelming mixture of emotions I felt.
Little did I know how much that one night would change my life. Interviews. TV shows. Magazine covers. Dignitaries. Celebrities. Parades. Fans. Endorsements. My big dream came true when I signed a contract to skate professionally with the Stars on Ice tour. I thought life as a pro would be easy. It's not. It takes as much training now as before.
Throughout the tour, special children visit us at practice. Their courage in the face of incredible challenges teaches so much to all who meet them. It has helped me see that we all have the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life. That's why I started the Always Dream Foundation. Our goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of children.
How can anyone love ice? Frozen water can be so painfully hard and oh so cold―just as life can be. Ice doesn't care who skates across its surface. It doesn't care who loses balance and falls on its slippery back. Still, when the lights go on and the crowd roars its welcome, there's no place I'd rather be.
For me, the ice is a warm world of beauty and grace.
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And another one was when a girl's best best friend dies! Of cancer! That one was really sad! I almost cried when i read that one too because of all the stuff that had happened to this girl before she met her friend. IT was sad because i thought of my friends and how sad I would be if my best friend, Hannah, died. It was said!
Trust me, you'll laugh and you'll cry, but this book was really REALLY GREAT!
What annoyed me most was the fact that a "new friend" convinced the writer to stop wearing her eyeglasses unless she absolutely needed them, like for homework. Whaaaaatttt? I'm sorry, that's just irresponsible editing on the publishers part. Let the eye. dr. decide if glasses should be worn all day vs. just for homework, not a 12 year old who says "if you can see my hand you're fine" or something to that extent. What a HORRIBLE message to send to girls that eyeglasses=ugly & unpopular and that girls should avoid wearing them unless absolutely needed.
One other physical change the girl went through was to lose weight. She went from "short and stubby" to "long and slender". Okayyyyyy, I'm glad she got some better eating habits; even her dr. had told her mom she had a weight problem. But it grates on my nerves that the writer is implying to readers that being tall (now popular and surrounded by friends) is better than being short (when she didn't have any friends). Kids read this stuff and get the (even if it's subconcious) notion that being short is bad.
So good for the writer to have made new friends, to have grown out of her short, fat, pimply, dorky dressing, eyeglass wearing years. I just wish that it didn't make the girls still in those situations (especially ones who can't do anything about it) feel so bad about themselves.
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No more worrying about where to hide your keyfob; with the keyless keypad entry system you can simply lock your keys and other items safely inside the vehicle. A preset combination entered via the door-mounted keypad unlocks the doors.
The Expedition's seats offer excellent support, with improved contours, big side bolsters (we'd still hope for a little more lateral support), soft cushions and, on Limited and King Ranch models, upgraded materials. Additionally, seat-track travel for the driver's side can accommodate people from 4'11" to 6'4" tall. In the Limited and King Ranch trims, driver and passengers will enjoy plush leather seating surfaces, cup holders galore, attractive and legible instrumentation and a stylish center stack and instrument panel. Access to the third row is relatively easy and the seating is reasonably comfortable, even for adults. Opt for the EL variant and you'll enjoy both a larger third row and lots of storage space behind it. Finally, some of the plastic textures, though not cheap, do not seem to quite match the expectations of a $40,000-plus price point.
The Expedition's big, boxy exterior is handsomely adorned in chrome, color-keyed trim and a lot of glass. Its tall ride height requires side running boards to make entry and exit easier, not to mention graceful. That same height, however, can make it difficult to move and secure items to the roof rack. A single piece rear hatch can be ordered with a power lift feature. The 2011 Expedition's most prominent feature is its recently acquired nose job, where Ford's now-signature four-bar grille sits front and center. What Ford describes as "crisply-defined surfaces and chiseled good looks" certainly remain, though augmented by the raised "powerdome" hood, unique headlamps and large wheel "lips." Finally, 20-inch rims are available as factory options, so there's no need to seek out the aftermarket variety.
The AdvanceTrac stability control system with Roll Stability Control modulates braking and engine power to help maintain driver control in marginal conditions, particularly those involving slippery surfaces. Trailer Sway Control and the MyKey programmable key system –which allows parents to limit vehicle speed and audio volume, among other things – are also standard. Occupant protection is enhanced with seat-mounted front-side airbags and a three-row "safety canopy." Other standard features include keyless keypad entry, six-way power front seats, sliding center-section second-row seat, heated seats, rain-sensing wipers and a 310-horsepower V8 engine.
Expedition buyers can choose an optional PowerFold third-row seat that folds flat with the touch of a button. An optional power liftgate is also available. Stand-alone options include a rear backup camera, DVD navigation with SIRIUS Travel Link, the voice-activated SYNC communications and entertainment system, rear-seat DVD entertainment system, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, auto-leveling rear air suspension and a 340-watt audio system.
While the 5.4-liter V8 is certainly adequate, Ford's one offering is overwhelmed by the multitude of choices available from Chevrolet and GMC. The V8's 310 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque are well-matched to the chassis, and that power is enhanced by a six-speed automatic, but the package falls short of GM's 5.3-liter V8 (at least in horsepower) or GM's 6.0-liter V8.
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EPA city/highway fuel economy: 14/20 (gasoline, 2WD), 9/13 (E85, 2WD), 12/17 (gasoline, 4WD), 13/18 (E85, 4WD)
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By Joe on Wednesday, June 22, 2016
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 200,000overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"This truck has been amazing and reliable. I now have have 200,000 miles on it and still going strong. Original engine, trans, exhaust system and everything except the wear and tear stuff. I've used full synthetic oil and 93 gas in it from the getgo. it pays off in the long run. looking to get another 100k :)"
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I own this car - My approximate mileage is 125,000overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Pros: "comfort & relibility"
Cons: "Ford has the better deal"
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"I like more medal around me for safety.. 2007 Expedition Limiter is the only model to get 17/24 MPG!! I have owned it for 7 years and don't don't ever want to get read of it!"
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I own this car - My approximate mileage is 72,000overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Pros: "great with oversize tires and wheels"
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"Two things.....put some decent clothing hangers in the vehicle from the factory. The placing of the oil dip stick is terrible."
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I own this car - My approximate mileage is 22,000overall rating 9 of 10rating details
Pros: "None specific--like the whole car"
Cons: "None at this time."
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"Have had no difficulties with the car. Have not had to have any major repairs--only normal maintenance. Can't complain in anyway about the vehicle. Would purchase another one when that time comes--but at the rate that we use it, replacement will not be for many more years."
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I own this car - My approximate mileage is 77,400overall rating 9 of 10rating details
Pros: "Awesome, roomy, comfortable ride, good value"
Cons: "13 mpg city is brutal"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"I have owned this since new. It has served us well for 77,400 trouble free miles. I mean not one service related issue. Normal wear and tear and it is still a great ride and comfortable for a family of 6."
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I own this car - My approximate mileage is 108,625overall rating 9 of 10rating details
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"Has been great vehicle, but I'm selling it in order to purchase a new 2016 Expedition Limited provided I can fin the same color and of course get a good deal from the Dealer."
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Monty Python's And Now for Something Completely Different
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Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that this movie is a collection of irreverent comedy sketches performed by British comedy troupe Monty Python. Sex and sexual identities are often major components in the sketches -- a marriage counselor hitting on a wife seeking help, a cross-dressing lumberjack, a milkman greeted at the door by a woman in a negligee. However, there's no nudity (aside from a cartoon depiction of a Venus statue) or graphic depiction of sex. Violence is repeatedly used for comic effect, and no real consequences are ever shown -- nor would they mean much in the context of a comedy sketch. Drinking of alcohol is a minor component of a few sketches, and the language is quite mild.
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What's the story?
In an attempt to bring Monty Python to the U.S., the troupe, along with director Ian McNaughton, refilmed their favorite sketches from their first two seasons on the BBC. These sketches were edited together with some various new connecting bits, and the resulting film was titled AND NOW FOR SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT. While it failed to attract the audience they were hoping for, the sketches are true classics, and the reinterpretations in less studio-bound settings make them all the more potent. Among the most memorable are the "Lumberjack Song," the upper class twit of the year competition, and the funniest joke in the world.
Is it any good?
Those who are already familiar with the sketches in their original form on the television series won't find anything substantially different here (ironic considering the title). This film really works best as an introduction for viewers who have had little to no prior experience with Monty Python. From here, one will likely be hooked and want to go back to the original series, unless they find the humor too absurd.
But even those who dislike what they get here should keep in mind Monty Python's lasting legacy in the more recent sketch comedy troupes that have followed in their footsteps, including The Kids in the Hall and Mr. Show.
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Families can talk about the plethora of topics raised in the skits, including gays in the military, American intervention in world politics, juvenile delinquency, and many others. Parents could discuss how these comedic sketches are often making a serious point about culture or society. For instance, why is it funny for a male lumberjack to want to dress as a woman? Or what is the piece about violent "grannies" attacking young men really commenting on?
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|90 minutes
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Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum
- Register for Zoo Summer Camp today! 7 camps, ages 5-12 yrs old
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- Twilight Tuesdays, Super Hero and Costume Night, July 26
Twilight Tuesdays in July, ZOO & MUSEUM OPEN 11am - 7pm
- SAVE THE DATE: Sept 15 - Zoobilation, Welcome to Stingray Bay
- Join us for Behind the Scenes & Animal Experiences -- see details
- Top 8 things to do in Montgomery: Check it out
- Male pygmy hippo calf makes big splash at public debut
- Twilight Tuesdays, Super Hero and Costume Night, July 26
Twilight Tuesdays in July, ZOO & MUSEUM OPEN 11am - 7pm
- SAVE THE DATE: Sept 15 - Zoobilation, Welcome to Stingray Bay
- Join us for Behind the Scenes & Animal Experiences -- see details
Penetrate deep into the jungles of South America. Travel the savannas of Africa or the hilltops of Asia. Venture the tall grasses of the North American plains. See the Zebras graze on the plains while tigers roam nearby. Or just visit your Montgomery Zoo and see it all. Join us for a fun-packed and educational adventure. Our residents include over 500 animals from five different continents, all housed in natural, barrier-free habitats. The Zoo spans over 40 beautifully landscaped acres, offering you a magnificent view of exotic wildlife and endangered species. By leisurely stroll, or with a ride on the miniature train, the Montgomery Zoo is a sight to see! Located minutes from historic downtown Montgomery.
Montgomery Zoo proud to announce birth of male African pygmy hippo calf
On Tuesday, July 5, during the Zoo's inaugural Twilight Tuesdays event, the Zoo staff, friends, family and guests proudly debut a male African pygmy hippo calf. The calf was born on April 3, 2016, to resident parents, mother Lola and father Nile.
Mother and calf may be seen in a special, temporary exhibit located in our South American realm adjacent to our flock of Chilean flamingos. Zoo supporters, staff and friends are especially proud of this birth due to the rarity of African pygmy hippo births in captivity. Also, this calf is not represented genetically in the North American population.
Mother and calf will be on display daily, pending weather and animal husbandry.
View full press release.
Help name our pygmy hippo calf. Below are some links to pics to get a better view of him. Remember, he is a boy. His dad is named Nile, and his mom's name is Lola. Please email your name selection to firstname.lastname@example.com. Once we get all of the initial name selections, we will narrow the name selections down to the three most popular names. We will announce those to the public for a final vote. Thank you, and we look forward to hearing your name ideas.
View pic -- Hippo 1
View pic -- Hippo 2
View pic -- Hippo 3
Enjoy a unique behind the scenes, wildlife experience
Game Day at the Montgomery Zoo. Start your weekend at the Montgomery Zoo with a special and unique behind the scenes tour and animal experience. Learn about your favorite team's mascot, whether it be the University of Alabama Pachyderms, the Auburn Tigers or the Florida Gators. Take in a one of a kind animal experience before the big game day kickoff.
Experiences and behind the scenes available are:
- Elephants
- Tigers
- Giraffes
- Alligators
Behind the Scenes Experiences. We are looking forward to sharing this wonder experience with our Montgomery Zoo members and visitors.
More detailed info and registration.
Help build a legacy for generations to come by giving
A legacy has been built here at the Montgomery Zoo greatly in part from generous donations from friends and members just like you. Either as a dedication, class project, memorial, unique gift item, or as a holiday year-end gift, your gifts are contributed to the general fund allowing the Montgomery Zoo to continue to expand, develop new exhibits and programs, introduce new rides and animal encounters while continuing to touch the people of the region and outlying communities.
There are multiple ways to contribute to the Montgomery Zoo.
Our goal is simple yet true. We want to create and maintain an environment that is safe and healthy for our guests and animals alike, creating a positive and learning experience for all to enjoy. Won't you join us in building a legacy that will impact today and generations to come?
Help bring Stingray Bay to the Montgomery Zoo
One of our future animal exhibit projects is building a touch and feel stingray exhibit, Stingray Bay. This exhibit will be an enclosed exhibit with a pool filled with a multitude of free swimming stingray. Guests will be able to enjoy a full animal encounter by observing them as they swim about the tank and interact with each other, guests will be allowed to touch the stingray as well as feed the stingray.
The past few Zoo Weekends and Zoobilations have raised funds to bring this exhibit and this animal experience to the Montgomery Zoo. However, we still need to raise some additional funds in order to move forward and begin construction. If you would like to help by contributing online to this fund and bring stingrays to the Montgomery Zoo, please visit this online giving site.
Also, help spread the news by liking and sharing the Stingray Bay facebook page.
Thank you, and we are grateful for your support and help in bringing stingrays to the Montgomery Zoo.
- Give online today
- Visit the Stingray Bay facebook page
- Fundraising event
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Buy your Montgomery Zoo and/or Mann Wildlife Learning Museum daily tickets, make group and school group reservations, and purchase your memberships online now. It is quick, easy and a blast!
- Buy Zoo and/or Museum day tickets
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- Renew existing membership
- Make a school group reservation
- Make a non-school group reservation
NOTE: When purchasing online day tickets and/or making group reservations: when you land on the ticketing page, select the desired date of your visit first then follow the prompts to complete your transaction.
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Zoobilation: Welcome to Stingray Bay, Thursday, September 15, 6pm - 10pm
Join us for Zoobilaiton: Welcome to Stingray Bay on Thursday night, September 15, 6pm-10pm. Enjoy an evening of dining and dancing under the stars at the Montgomery Zoo. Dine on delectable delights, enjoy cool refreshing adult beverages, dance the night away and bid on fine collectibles at the silent auction.
Zoobilation is an annual fundraiser hosted by the Montgomery Area Zoological Society and Mayor Todd Strange. All proceeds will be contributed to the new touch and feel, interactive stingray exhibit and educational facility at the Montgomery Zoo.
Purchase tickets online now or during your next visit to the Zoo. All guests attending Zoobilation must be at least 21 years old.
View more info.
The Montgomery Area Zoological Society serves as the fundraising board of the Montgomery Zoo
It is the goal of the Montgomery Area Zoological Society (MAZS) to aid and contribute to the conservation, education and preservation efforts of the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. It serves this purpose as being a fundraising arm of the Zoo to aid in the growth and expansion of the Zoo by raising funds to build future exhibits, animal encounters, rides and attractions and play as host and partner of many of the Zoo's special events.
To discover more information about the MAZS board
Big savings... School group discounts and packages
School groups, home school associations, day cares; large or small, come one, come all. From a school field trip to a classroom outing or project, we welcome everyone to the Montgomery Zoo. Visit over 500 species of exotic animals from five continental realms in the heart of Alabama's capital city. Located only minutes from historic downtown Montgomery. Move your classroom experience outside and enter the wildest adventure of the school year. Roam 42 beautifully landscaped acres. Delight in the sights and sounds of a world-class zoological facility. Enjoy two fantastic attractions in the one convenient location. Create a fun-filled, education packed day. Groups or individuals, there is plenty of fun and adventure for everyone, and all ages.
IMPORTANT NOTE: In order to qualify for discounted group admissions, your group must have at least 20 paying guests.
- Online Non-school Group Reservations
- Order school group lunches online
- Overlook Cafe menu
- Montgomery Zoo scavenger hunt
- Montgomery Zoo map
Be sure to check-out these upcoming events at the Montgomery Zoo.
Twilight Tuesdays at the Montgomery Zoo: July 26, Super hero and Costume Night. Zoo and Museum open 11am - 7pm.
See the animals of the Montgomery Zoo under a sea of stars during Twilight Tuesdays. During the month of July, the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum will be changing our hours on Tuesdays. Each Tuesday of July, we will open 11am - 7pm.
Come see all your favorite animals under the stars. Enjoy a ride on the sky lift as the sun sets or hop on the train. Visit the giraffe encounter, petting zoo, parakeet cove or a casual dinner at the Overlook Cafe. What a way to enjoy a leisure summer evening by visiting the animals of the world at the Montgomery Zoo.
Twilight Tuesday will include:
- Tuesday, July 5
- Tuesday, July 12
- Tuesday, July 19
- Tuesday, July 26
Twilight Tuesdays hours: 11am - 7pm. Last admission is allowed at 6:30pm, major animal exhibits begin closing at 7pm and we ask everyone to leave the park at 7pm.
Special for Tuesday, July 26 Join us on Tuesday, July 26 for Super hero and Costume Night at the Montgomery Zoo. Dress up as your favorite super hero or character while visiting the Zoo during Twilight Tuesdays. All kids* wearing a costume will receive a FREE TRAIN RIDE. Come on, show off those super powers while winning a FREE TRAIN RIDE! Also, don't forget to visit our gallery of super heroes and characters. We are going to have several of your favorite, larger than life, super heroes and character cutouts on display for you to pose with and snap a few pics. Fun for all ages, boys and girls, Hulks and Princesses.
* Kids are 12 years old and younger.
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Enroll your zoo camper today for Zoo Summer Camp: Animal Olympics
Let your favorite zoo camper enjoy a summer at the Montgomery Zoo with one of the most unique wildlife adventures in the River Region. Campers can enroll in half or full day camps, perfect for boys and girls, ages 5-12 years old. Campers will enjoy daily live animal presentations, scavenger hunts, games, assorted educational exercises, an afternoon on a giant slip and slide, assorted animal themed games, arts and craft projects, play time and much more.
This year's theme is ANIMAL OLYMPICS. It should be a lot of fun, lots of great competitions to win the GOLD, SILVER and BRONZE medals. So grab your safari hat and let's go to Zoo Summer Camp! Your parents will be so jealous they will want to come to.
For more information or to enroll online now.
Giraffe calf Connye makes debut at Zoo, on display daily 9am - 4:30pm
The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum proudly announce the birth of Connye, the zoo's newest giraffe calf. She was born March 23, and made her public debut on Wednesday, April 22 at 10:30am during Mayor Todd Strange's Weekly Media Briefing. After Connye's debut, she and her mother (Ashley) will be on display at the Giraffe exhibit daily 9am - 4:30pm, pending any animal husbandry needs.
This is Ashley's first calf and Willie's (father) third calf. Ashley is eight years old and Willie is nearly 12 years old.
Giraffe birth press release
Photo gallery from AL.com
Story from WSFA
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Everyone likes to see the animals, but at the Montgomery Zoo we bring you closer with our Animal Encounter stations.
Jungle Drums
Check out back issues of Jungle Drums in easy to view, download and read PDF versions. Share with your family, friends and fellow zoo lovers.
- Spring 2013 issue
- Fall 2013 issue
- Calendar 2014 issue
- Spring 2014 issue
- Fall 2014 issue
- Winter 2014 issue
- Calendar 2015 issue
- Spring 2015 - Zoo Weekend issue
- Summer 2015 issue
- Fall 2015 issue
- Winter 2015 issue
- Calendar 2016 issue
- Summer 2016 issue


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Ginger is the knotted, beige-colored root, or rhizome, of the Zingiber officinale plant. Its name is believed to come from the Sanskrit word singabera, meaning "horn-shaped" a reference to the fact many roots are curved and tapered, roughly resembling an animal's horn. Native to southeastern Asia, it is now cultivated and also grows wild in Africa, the Caribbean, and Australia. The plant thrives in warm climates and grows three to four feet tall, with reed-like leafy stems and flowers. Cultivation and use of ginger in Asia dates back at least 4,400 years; its use is mentioned in ancient Chinese and Indian writings.
Used for:
In addition to its long history of use as a culinary spice, references to ginger's medicinal uses can be found in ancient Chinese, Indian, Arabic, and Greco-Roman writings. Ginger is chiefly known as an anti-inflammatory agent, nausea reliever and digestive aid.
Ginger is widely known for its digestive effects. For example, many people are familiar with the use of ginger ale for easing an upset stomach. This is also the area that has been extensively studied. A review of randomized clinical trials found the herb to be an effective option for relieving nausea and vomiting. In the review of six human studies, ginger was found to be superior to placebo and as effective as conventional medication for treating nausea and vomiting in postoperative patients. Another review found ginger to be significantly more effective than placebo in reducing the frequency of vomiting and intensity of nausea during pregnancy.
Ginger has been used in traditional medicine for reducing inflammation, and studies show that ginger is effective in relieving the pain of menstrual cramps. Studies are inconclusive regarding its effectiveness for relieving the pain of osteoarthritis.
Available In:
Whole fresh root, crystallized ginger, honey-based ginger syrups, capsules containing powdered ginger extracts and alcohol extracts.
Herb /drug interactions:
Ginger may act as a blood thinner, so use caution if you are currently using anticoagulants.
Other safety concerns:
The NMCD considers ginger "likely safe" for most people, but the herb may induce mild side effects such as heartburn, diarrhea, and stomach discomfort. High doses may cause a burning sensation in the stomach; to minimize, take ginger with food. Curb use at least two weeks before scheduled surgery as ginger may affect blood clotting, particularly at doses greater than four grams per day. Those undergoing chemotherapy should consult their doctor if using ginger at medicinal levels. Do not use more than 1,000 mg of dried ginger per day during pregnancy.
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Select only products with 100 percent pure ginger.
Do not take more than four grams of ginger per day as it may cause heartburn and could possibly interfere with blood-thinning medications. There are a variety of dosage amounts depending on symptoms and conditions:
- For inflammatory conditions, two to three grams per day of powdered ginger, taken in divided doses.
- For nausea and prevention of motion sickness, take one gram as a preventive and 500 mg every four hours as needed, or eat two pieces of crystallized ginger. For morning sickness, take 500 mg morning and night (do not exceed 1,000 mg per day).
- For cold relief, brew tea with one-inch piece of peeled and grated ginger root per two cups of water; bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer for five minutes. Add two tablespoons fresh lemon juice and honey to taste. Let cool slightly and strain.
Child Dosage:
Half the adult dose
Dr. Weil says:
When I use fresh ginger, I often divide the specified amount in half, adding half at the beginning of cooking and the remainder at the very end. Doing this infuses the dish with both aggressive and mellow ginger notes. One way to bring out the unique taste of ginger is to use the high heat of stir-frying. Also, grated ginger complements fresh citrus juices - try some in lemonade on a hot summer day.
As for medicinal use, ginger is the best herb for controlling nausea, regardless of the nausea's origin. Many people who suffer from motion sickness carry ginger candy for relief; in my experience it works quite well.
SOURCES:Rahnama P, et al. Effect of Zingiber officinale R. rhizomes (ginger) on pain relief in primary dysmenorrhea: a placebo randomized trial. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2012 Jul 10;12:92. Terry R, Posadzki P, Watson LK, Ernst E. The use of ginger (Zingiber officinale) for the treatment of pain: a systematic review of clinical trials. Pain Med. 2011 Dec;12(12):1808-18.
Ding M, Leach M, Bradley H. The effectiveness and safety of ginger for pregnancy induced nausea and vomiting: a systematic review. Women Birth 2013; 26(1):e26-30.
Ginger. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. Stockton, CA: Therapeutic Research Faculty. [Updated June 25, 2013; Reviewed June 25, 2013; Accessed March 17, 2014]. http://naturaldatabaseconsumer.therapeuticresearch.com/nd/Search.aspx?rn=4&cs=NONMP&s=NDC&pt=100&id=961&fs=NDC&searchid=45548640
Reviewed by Tieraona Low Dog, M.D., March 28, 2014.
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Comment Re:Interesting sleep arrangement (Score 4, Insightful) 84
Just give it up. That cat will never go back in that particular bag. English changes over time with usage.
Personally, I'm fine with it. Intuitively, "begs the question" means the same as "demands the question"... because "begs" and "demands" mean the same damn thing. Phrases making sense intuitively is a good thing, IMHO.
Just use "assumes the conclusion" for the fallacy (which again, makes more intuitive sense anyway), and stop trying to perpetuate the original meaning which will never, ever take over as the common usage again.
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- My Suite Lisbon Apartment
- My Suite Apartment
- My Suite Lisbon
- My Suite
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at check in or check out:
- A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
Optional extras
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20 per night
Breakfast costs between EUR 13.5 and EUR 13.5 per person (approximately)
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
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Excellent 4.5 /5 from 111 reviews
Excellent place to stay in the Bairro Alto neighborhood of Lisbon. Walking distance to great shopping, sightseeing, and restaurants. Hotel has a lovely breakfast served in your room and the suites are spacious and quiet.
Hotel is good, however they have no A/C and we got unlucky to stay on a very hot day in Vienna. One of the nights was a bit uncomfortable. The place is walk distance to the old part of the city. We walked everyday without any issues.
We loved My Suite Lisbon -- and would happily stay there again if we come back to Lisbon. Staff were most helpful and so nice, answering all our questions before we arrived and helping with plans once when we were there. Got upgraded first two nights to sunny one-bedroom with nice view. Decor is modern and everything felt so clean and fresh (especially compared to another apartment we stayed in). As previous reviews say, it's in a great area, close to nice cafes and restaurants and wonderful viewpoint, but on quiet street. Only "complaint" was that beds were a little on hard side. Great value. Highly recommended!
It was very spacious stylish and clean room. The appartment was also well equipped. We stayed with our 6 month baby and it was nice to be able to use an extra bed in the living room so that he can enjoy his tummy time while we were relaxing watching TV, reading books, having tea.
Excellent Apartment. Was very clean and even though we did leave a mess the cleaners did a fantastic job at keeping it looking great. Staff are very friendly and helpful. We were given maps and offered suggestions on things to do and see, including the best bars and clubs. Central location, easily walking distance to the main squares and coast, so no issues with food and drinks. Bit of a hilly walk but I think that's just Lisbon. We usually walked, but cabs are very cheap so no issues there. The streets are cobble, so if in heals best to take a cab. The apartments are locked with a key code, this meant anyone in our group could come back to the apartment when they wanted and no need for a physical key to be passed around/lost. Would definitely stay there again.
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The Spa, Bridlington
|The Spa Bridlington
The Spa Bridlington during renovation
Bridlington Spa Theatre and Royal Hall
South Marine Drive
|East Riding of Yorkshire Council
|3800 Royal Hall standing 1700 seated / 683 Spa Theatre
The Spa Royal Hall and Theatre in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, England, was named the New Spa and Gardens when it was built, together with the adjoining sea wall, in 1896 by Whitaker Brothers of Horsforth, Leeds. After paying at the turnstile people could enter 5 acres (2 ha) of flower beds, walks and grassed areas, have meals in the refreshment rooms, go to the theatre or a concert, or simply sit and listen to the band playing in the glass domed bandstand. The lake was kept filled by the iron rich water of a chalybeate spring. Lit at night by multi coloured electric lights the spa had 80,000 visitors in one month.[1] The theatre burnt down in October 1906, but was renovated and reopened in 1907 as the New Spa Opera House designed by W S Walker. It was used to show a new invention, the cinematograph.
The complex was bought by the Corporation in 1919 and it was decided to replace the old buildings in 1925 when the Spa Royal Hall was built at a cost of £50,000. This became a popular place along the East Yorkshire coast to go for dancing and concerts, with Herman Darewski and his Radio Band playing there from 1926 until 1937. Another fire in January 1932 destroyed the hall, but once again it was rebuilt, in the record time of 52 days, and reopened on 29 July 1932.[1][2] After the rebuilding there were two cafes, a Palm Court, a solarium and a dance hall. There was a charge at the turnstiles until the 1950s to enter the gardens. The Spa closed in 2005 for extensive renovation and reopened in the middle of 2008. Since then, The Spa has been presenting a mix of received entertainment, dances, co-produced shows and in-house productions. The Spa has also become a venues for conferences and banquets; catering for up to 700 diners in the restored Royal Hall.
The extensive gardens and buildings opened on 27 July 1896, with the introduction of Herr Meyer Lutz's Grand Band and under the astute management of Henry Hague, proved to be an enormous success, with the Spa Theatre and the glass dome for ballroom dancing being the jewels in the crown. People could stay all day for sixpence. On the evening of 20 October 1906, at around 9 p.m. a fire broke out.[2] The fire spread rapidly and the building was engulfed by the time the horse-drawn fire engine arrived from its depot in Ashville Street. The fire crew, led by Chief Captain Rennard, managed to save the famous glass dome adjoining the northern end of the theatre. Plans were drawn up for a replacement by Messers Whittaker Bros and the New Spa Company, under the guidance of the architect, Mr W. S. Walker. The general building contract went to Thomas Spink, of Bridlington.[3] Just nine months later in July 1907, the opening ceremony was performed by Mrs Beerbohm Tree, a renowned actress of the British stage, and the wife of Mr Herbert Beerbohm Tree, the actor and famous impresario.[2]
In 1914 the council took a lease on the Spa and in 1919 they purchased it. In 1925 the council replaced the last of the 1890s Spa with new Spa Royal Hall. It opened in 1926 and was built at a cost of £50,000 it was a flagship art deco building. On the night of 29 January 1932 it burnt down though fortunately the theatre was not badly damaged and able to reopen at Easter. In a remarkable feat of design and construction the new Royal Hall was designed by the borough architect Peter Newton and built in 52 days to re-open on 29 July 1932. Before 1939 the Spa provided plays and variety in the theatre and dancing in the Royal Hall. Herman Darewski was the well-known and very successful musical director at the Spa from 1924 to 1939.[1] After the Second World War the traditional holiday trade and entertainments continued but as the 1960s dawned, the motorcar, increased wealth and the package tour brought about changes. The British seaside resort was changing again, the Spa moved away from weekly shows, and the theatre and dances in the hall, to a new broader entertainment base. The Royal hall has been a feature of the British Rock circuit now for over 30 years with many famous artists playing it. The world darts championship used this venue before its refurbishment and the World Finals of the 2008 Winmau World Masters returned to The Spa.[4] Conference and association use of the facilities has increased to balance the decline in traditional entertainments.[5]
Oasis on 15 July 2009 sold out the Bridlington Spa within two minutes of the tickets coming on sale, Oasis played at the theatre on 20 August 2009 as a warm up before headlining the V Festival later in the week.[6]
The facilities of the Spa at Bridlington include the Royal Hall, with a maximum standing capacity 3,800, the Spa Theatre which seats 675, the Harbour Suite with views over the bay and the Gallery Suite which is used as an art gallery featuring differing local artists' work each week. Other facilities include the Promenade Bar and Bay View Lounge; both featuring panoramic sea views and a Board Room allowing seating around a large table for 22 people. The main entrance on South Marine Drive leads to the Box Office and the Spa Café Bar. This Café bar is another space within the refurbished building with a huge window over Bridlington's South Bay and is a vantage point whatever the weather. A range of pianists play over lunchtimes during the week.
- Spa Theatre
This is an Edwardian auditorium with a traditional theatre layout of stalls and circle seating provides an environment for music, dance and drama. The Spa Theatre is equipped with sound and lighting systems and has the ability to fly scenery An earlier theatre burned down in 1906, the replacement theatre is basically intact today. The interior, with restrained ornament in what was described as Italian Renaissance[7] style, consisted of a pit (with separate entrance) now seated and a single balcony, returned to the proscenium wall and divided into three areas: grand, upper and back circle. The proscenium arch is almost square with a central cartouche containing a female mask. In the ceiling is a round saucer dome with four relief plaster leaf scrolls and four smaller swags dividing the dome. The whole is surrounded by a moulded cornice. In the main part, above the stalls, there is an octagonal raised cornice. The balcony, supported on plain columns, has a panelled front with rich plaster scrolls. The walls at both levels are simply decorated with panels. The balcony is now divided into two areas separated by a barrier approximately two feet high. The disused entrance on the Esplanade (dated 1907) is in three bays, modestly detailed in classical style with a segmental pediment over the centre. The two entrance doors set in a projecting enclosed porch under a curved-fronted balcony supported on consoles.The entrance on South Marine Drive gives access to a good sized foyer nearly at circle level with the former main entrance on the Esplanade at stalls/pit level. In January 1932 the adjacent Royal Hall was gutted by fire. The Spa Theatre suffered minor smoke and water damage. An insurance settlement allowed rapid repair and full redecoration, the theatre reopening at Easter 1932. It remained open whilst the Royal Hall was reconstructed.[7]
- Royal Hall
The 1930s decor of the Royal Hall/Ballroom provides the setting for dances and social functions. The Royal Hall has hosted a number of prestigious events throughout the year including televised sports and major rock concerts. Overlooking the dance floor is a balcony with fixed seating. The Royal Hall holds a maximum of 3,800 people for a standing concert or 1,700 theatre style.
The Harbour Suite has views across the sea and a bar, and is made up of two rooms, it has a total seating capacity of around 120, dependent on seating configuration.
The 'Gallery Suite' is a long room with a removable wall in the centre. It is a very light and airy room with windows opening onto South Marine Drive. It is permanently configured as an art gallery with weekly exhibitions of local artists' work but is also a hireable space for businesses and organisations who benefit from the exhibitions on the walls. This room has very easy access from the foyer and Box Office.[8]
Bridlington Spa and Theatre is situated on the south promenade on the sea front adjacent to the harbour. Whilst the building is protected from the ravages of the North Sea by Bridlington Bay it has nevertheless been subjected to tidal flooding and sea air for almost 100 years. As a consequence much of the structural steelwork and concrete had been contaminated resulting in rusting, spalling and water penetration.
Bosa Contracts were invited by Hall Construction Limited and Wates to provide recommendations to overcome the specific problems in the structural concrete elements including beams and retaining walls within the original structure. With the assistance of Sika Ltd and EPMS proposals and costings were produced using Sika Monotop for concrete repairs, Icosit Activ Primers for structural steelwork and a Vapour-Proof Sika 1 Structural Waterproofing System for ground retaining walls.[9]
Details of the £20.5 million refurbishment include:
- New main entrance and associated alterations to the South Marine Drive elevation
- Remodelling the north end of the building, involving the removal of the single storey offices and construction of a much more compact two storey conference suite
- Addition of new glazed bays to the promenade elevation
- New infill to the façade of the Royal Hall
- Repair, refurbishment and renewal of the external element of the building including doors and windows.[10]
- Spa Theatre
This two-tier Edwardian theatre has been stripped back to the bone and rebuilt with 675 new seats, a strengthened structure and modern backstage facilities for moving scenery. A larger lighting and sound box with state-of-the-art technology is now in place at the back of the stalls.
- Royal Hall
The 1930s ballroom has kept its art deco character while being given an extensive facelift. Big changes include a new east-facing wall, modern technical facilities and new colour scheme, but most importantly the floor foundations have been entirely rebuilt and a new sprung wooden dance floor laid down. Unseen for years, having been blacked out, every pane of the Dome's arching, patterned, leaded glass canopy has been cleaned and restored to its original condition when it opened in 1932. It is now fitted with a black-out curtain to shut out the light if required. The ornate, circular frieze has been repainted in colours of the period and reaching out across the ceiling is sunburst gilding.
- Harbour Suite
A new wing at the north end of the building houses conference and meeting facilities. The Harbour Suite has large bay windows with extensive sea views, as well as modern technical requirements from laptops and projectors to Wi-Fi, AV and video links to other rooms.
- Kitchens
New equipment has been installed in much larger kitchens that will enable The Spa's chefs to cater for up to 700 guests in one go. It has been equipped with hi-tech cookers, blast chillers and specialist tools.[11]
The Spa project forms an important aspect of the Bridlington Regeneration Strategy, a 10-year programme to transform Bridlington with upwards of £50 million of investment and the creation of 2,500 new jobs. It is hoped that the modernisation of facilities at the venue, will help boost tourist numbers to the town, contribute to the regeneration of the economy. Additional European funding which takes the grant funding to £10.4 million.[12] The Spa's reopening week ran from 31 May to 7 June 2008 and included a concert by rock band, The Pigeon Detectives, business events and an open day.[11]
The Spa Bridlington now hosts free venue tours on at least one Sunday a month to allow local residents and visitors alike an opportunity to view this venue. These tours are, in the main, guided by members of the senior management team to allow guests to ask any question and receive a reply immediately.
- ^ a b c Hirst, Gwendoline (2007). "Bridlington Guide". Retrieved 20 May 2008.
- ^ a b c "Day Bridlington Spa Theatre burnt to the ground". Bridlington Free Press. Johnston Press Digital Publishing. Retrieved 19 May 2008.
- ^ "Century of the Spa". Bridlington Free Press. Johnston Press Digital Publishing. 6 June 2008. Retrieved 9 September 2009.
- ^ "World Darts Federation". Archived from the original on 14 May 2008. Retrieved 20 May 2008.
- ^ "Spa History". East Riding of Yorkshire Council. Retrieved 11 October 2010.
- ^ Green, Betsy (21 August 2009). "Oasis at Bridlington Spa – Review". Bridlington Free Press. Johnston Press Digital Publishing. Retrieved 11 October 2010.
- ^ a b "Spa (Bridlington)". The Theatres Trust Theatres Database. 2005. Retrieved 19 May 2008.
- ^ "Marine Room". East Riding of Yorkshire Council. Retrieved 11 October 2010.
- ^ "Bridlington Spa". Retrieved 19 May 2008.
- ^ "The Bridlington Spa – Refurbishment". Retrieved 19 May 2008.
- ^ a b "A Peek Inside The Spa". Retrieved 19 May 2008.
- ^ "Bridlington Spa set for makeover". Yorkshire Forward. 6 December 2005. Retrieved 11 October 2010.


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Pestana Cascais Ocean & Conference Aparthotel, Cascais
- Free breakfast, free WiFi in lobby, and free parking
Main amenities
- 149 smoke-free apartments
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Indoor and outdoor pool
- Free area shuttle
- Fitness center
- Massage/treatment rooms
- Business center
- 24-hour front desk
- Air conditioning
- Daily housekeeping
- Garden
- Laundry service
What's around
- Heart of Cascais
- Cascais Beach (1.5 mi / 2.4 km)
- Estoril Casino (2.7 mi / 4.4 km)
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Pestana Cascais Ocean & Conference Aparthotel, Cascais
Hotel Info: 866-539-8117from $136
- Classic Single Room
- Suite, Sea View
- Suite, Sea View
- Classic Double Room, Sea View
- Classic Single Room, Sea View
- Suite
- Golf Room
- Suite
- Classic Double Room
- Classic Land View Single
- Classic Double Room
- Classic Double Room, Sea View
- Golf Room
- Classic Sea View Single
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Key facts
Hotel size
- This hotel has 149 rooms
- This hotel is arranged over 7 floors
- Check-in time starts at 3 PM
- Check-out time is Noon
Required at check in
- Credit card or cash deposit required
- Government-issued photo ID required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Travelling with others
- Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- Pets not allowed
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free self parking
- Free area shuttle
Other information
- Smoke-free property
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In the hotel
- Free breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee shop/café
- Poolside bar
- Room service (during limited hours)
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Fitness facilities
- Tennis on site
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Spa tub
- Children's pool
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Business center
- Meeting rooms 6
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Year Built 1996
- Elevator/lift
- Garden
- Television in common areas
- Accessible bathroom
- In-room accessibility
In the room
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Air conditioning
- Minibar
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Soundproofed rooms
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
- Shower/tub combination
- Bidet
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Premium TV channels
- Desk
- Kitchenette
- Stovetop
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Special features
DiningRestaurante Oceano - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Atlantico Bar - This lobby lounge specializes in international cuisine and serves light fare only.
Pool Bar - This poolside bar serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select days.
On Site
- Fitness facilities
- Sauna
- Spa tub
- Steam room
- Tennis on site
- Fitness classes on site
- Bicycle rentals on site
- Personal motorized watercraft on site
- Scooter/moped rentals on site
- Snorkeling on site
- Volleyball on site
- Ecotours nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
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- Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
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Also known as
- Aparthotel Cascais
- Pestana Ocean Cascais
- Cascais Pestana Hotel
- Pestana Cascais Hotel Cascais
- Pestana Hotel Cascais
- Aparthotel Pestana Cascais
- Cascais Aparthotel
- Pestana Aparthotel Cascais
- Pestana Cascais
- Pestana Cascais Aparthotel
- Pestana Cascais Ocean
- Pestana Cascais Ocean Aparthotel
- Pestana Ocean Aparthotel Hotel Cascais
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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Excellent 4.0 /5 from 82 reviews
There were several issues with this hotel. I already answered a survey by the Pestana group.
Pleasant courteous staff good breakfast
Facilities at the hotel were ok & we particularly enjoyed the indoor pool which was set in pleasant gardens. It seemed to be exclusive to guests and towels were provided on request. The inclusive buffet breakfast was good with plenty of choice. At breakfast we each had several small cups of expresso coffee as the only other option seemed to be the instant coffee machine. We booked a room for 3 which comprised of a suite of 2 rooms along with a large balcony & a small kitchen area including a microwave and sink. The only downside to the suite was in the second room where there was a single basic put u up bed. We knew about this when we booked but it felt unnecessarily basic and detracted from the overall up market feel of the suite. We suffered a little bit from noise as there was a noisy French school party staying on our floor & the bar was busy over Easter. Thankfully the school party left on the Monday of our stay. The shuttle bus service provide by hotel into town, bus station & rail station really good and we used this a lot. An entrance from the coast side of the hotel would have been helpful as the only way in was via the front entrance which meant walking round a number of hotels to the street where the Pestana was located. This situation was all very well for those using cars but was inconvenient when using the coast path. The staff were very pleasant and obliging and overall we enjoyed our stay.
Nice property in Cascais
Our bedroom and some areas of the Hotel have a tired look. The cooked food choice was very limited at breakfast. There was no tea and coffee making facility in the bedroom.
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Insomniac Games CEO Ted Price has told VG247 that the studio was in talks with many other publishers over its upcoming third-party deal before settling with EA Partners.
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The Tyler libraries are preparing for the fall 2016 semester. It seems far away, but August 22nd will be here before we know it! To help students prepare for new additions, updates, and changes to the Tyler libraries. New Additions: Apple and Android Trailblazers can now charge up while enjoying the Popular Reading section at Midlothian! A power station for smartphones and other portable devices is available for students, faculty, and staff to use. Updates: Printing System... Read More
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