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During the early sixties, when British rock groups stormed North American shores, she recalls her first introduction to the blues and how she was introduced and drawn to the early recordings of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.
Since then, although she played briefly with a rock group at one time in her musical career, she has built upon this, her foundation for the blues. Steady performances and critical acclaim opened new doors for K, who penned the song "Rock This House" for the movie Scared Silent (2002), in addition to performing in the film with her band. She also recorded three original songs for a fundraising blues compilation CD and appeared, again, as singer in the band in another film, More Than Meets The Eye (2003).
Her 2007 release Old, New, Borrowed & Blues (Independent), produced by Toronto blues great Jack de Keyzer, earned her international airplay and rave reviews, and featured her own solid band of five years. It is a seamless blend of blues, with Chicago, Texas and Delta influences, country and rock, all finely crafted into an original contemporary sound.
Today she is recognized as one of the few female blues harmonicists in Canada, and one of the finest by any measure anywhere, winning the COM Harmonica Player of the Year (2006) and Ontario Independent Music Awards for Best Blues (2007); as well as being a nominee for Winnipeg Blues.com's Electric Act of the Year and First Runner-up for the 2007 Toronto Blues Society Talent Search.
All About Jazz : At what age were you when you decided to pursue music professionally? Do you recall the moment, or did you sense yourself drawn in that direction since you were a kid?
Tracy K: I first had the urge to perform when I was still a preschoolerabout four years of age. I was drawn in that direction, for sure. I made up my first songs at eight years of age in a band with my cousins. I was in several theatrical performances and musicals throughout my school years, and landed a lead role for a dinner theater production while my own kids were very young. I have been a performer all of my life, and felt that a teaching position was not unlike performing, really.
I am also a visual artist, and saw myself teaching art, music, and drama, and working with special needs kids. I was known as a singer in my hometown, and was called upon for the National Anthem several times. However, I made the conscious decision to pursue a music career at 25 years of age. That is when I finished my third year in the Faculty of Education, studying to become a teacher. I went to Toronto for the summer, got a taste of the music biz there, and never left.
AAJ: This rock band you played for when you first started performingwas this a decision based on peer pressure, as many kids are drawn to music enjoyed by their peers? How did this band start?
TK: Actually, the first band was back in High School, and I was asked to join it, purely on my image. The two other male members took a chance asking me if I could sing, and as fate would have it, I answered yes. They used to watch me walk the halls in school at lunch playing air guitar and singing to an imaginary sound track.
It wasn't until I moved to Toronto that I started my own band. I had been singing with many other bands as a guest vocalist, both lead and back-up until that time, in Manitoba. However, my own shot at fronting a band in Toronto was short lived. I quickly realized how big and daunting the music industry was, and decided it best to get a gig as a background vocalist in an up and coming act. That way, I could watch from a safe distance just how it all worksenter The Blame. We were a six-piece, funky, indie rock band. I had background vocal duties with another girl, and I played harmonica, roto-toms, and other percussion toys.
AAJ: How long and where did you perform with them?
TK: I was with The Blame for about three years. We played the main haunts of Toronto's infamous Queen West music scene, and did a few regional gigs. The Blame did a fair amount of recording, including a video which received rotation on Much Music. We were also a CFNY talent search winner, which was the big indie radio station. This exposure and our studio experience landed me work as a session vocalist for other artists and some commercial work as well.
AAJ: You left music for awhile. When were you were absent from music? You left to raise three children. How long were you gone?
TK: I had my first baby in 1990 and was still part of The Blame at that point. I played with them up till two weeks before giving birth, and was back on stage five weeks after. It wasn't until I became pregnant for the second time that I left. I was six months pregnant in the autumn of 1991 when I moved back to my hometown in Manitoba with my husband and two year-old daughter. I reentered university, studying music and electives while on a waiting list to get back into the Faculty of Education. I was also working part-time as a silk-screen artist, my first trade.
When I became pregnant for the third time in 1994, I quit everything and decided it best I stay home with my babies for a few years. I sang for a couple of show/wedding bands during that time, and would make special guest appearances with some local acts from time to time, but mostly I was singing nursery songs and lullabies.
It wasn't until my youngest entered kindergarten that I went back to the music as a solo artist and embarked on my career as you know it today. That was around 1998.
Then in 2003, in mid-stride of my career, and just prior to recording a second album, all hell broke loose in my personal life. I was soon divorced, and then suffered stress-related health issues through to 2005. I played sporadically over this period.
In 2006, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, or Grave's disease, and was given radioactive treatment to kill my overactive thyroid. I was terribly ill at this time, and was finally given the medical green light in spring of 2007. I have some residual indications from the disease, but am out of the woods and ready to get back to living my life again. Stress really is a killer. My advice? Chill, man, chill.
AAJ: You were classically trained, weren't you? On what instrument did you receive formal training, or was it in voice that you were trained? Was this prior to, or before your absence from music?
TK: I had formal piano lessons growing up, but that ended when I was fourteen years old. While I was living in Toronto, I studied with Micah Barnes of The Nylons fame for one year, in 1988. He was a vocal coach, and these weekly sessions proved invaluable. I never lost my voice again after being trained properly, and am able to sing through colds. I even performed with a nasty type of laryngitis one New Years Eve in Winnipeg, 2001that was truly amazing. I could hardly talk, but I was able to sing for the duration of the evening.
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A police officer from Padiham is celebrating completing 52 half-marathons in as many weeks for a mammoth charity challenge which saw him overcome a skateboarding injury and pull a man to safety from the canal.
Chris O'Brien (48), of Grove Lane, crossed the finish line at Towneley Park where he was greeted by proud family and friends. He has raised more than £2,500 for Dreams Come True, a charity which supports terminally and seriously ill children and their families and makes memories for them to keep.
"It was a little bit emotional really when I got to the finish line and my fiancée Sarah Jane Edmondson and her kids were there supporting me. It was a big relief."
Chris, who works in Manchester and is a member at Ighten Leigh Social Club, has taken part in marathons in London and Paris and is already planning another fund-raising challenge. He was almost forced to quit when he injured himself falling off a skateboard but managed to catch up.
"On occasion I had a running partner who did a few miles with me. We were running along the canal near Sycamore Avenue and we helped to pull an unconscious man out of the water. He was in a coma but luckily he made a full recovery." To sponsor Chris visit www.justgiving.com/52-halfs


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Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your overnight accommodation in Moshi. Please make sure to advise us or your local Tour Operator directly your flight details as soon as you've booked your flight.
Even though we include the airport transfer on the first day of your itinerary, it can be arranged flexibly. We recommend that you arrive at least two nights before the start of your climb.
Please make sure to book any required accommodation not included in your Tour directly, or advice us your requirements before you book your Tour so we can include it in your personal offer and itinerary.
Your guide or local Tour Operator staff will meet you at your accommodation for your pre-climb briefing and gear check, usually in the late afternoon or evening prior to the start of your climb. Your Tour Operator will advice the exact time of the briefing once they know your arrival time (as well as the arrival times of any other climbers in your group). If you do not know the time ahead of your trip, please check with your local hotel upon arrival.
Please make sure to arrive latest by mid-afternoon on the day before the start of your climb to leave enough time for your briefing. If you only arrive in the evening or overnight, your Tour Operator will make every effort to arrange the briefing early the next morning for you.
Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel is one of the most modern boutique hotels in Moshi. Located 4km from the town of Moshi, 25 km from the Kilimanjaro National Park and 40km from Kilimanjaro International Airport, the hotel offers you a convenient and comfortable base to rest before and after your climb.
The start of your exciting Mount Kilimanjaro journey begins from your hotel pick-up in Moshi (or Arusha). You will depart early to arrive by Londorosi Gate on the western side of the Kilimanjaro National Park by mid-day.
During the drive, enjoy the green scenery of coffee and banana plantations. Nearer to Londorosi Gate, you'll find yourself surrounded by pine plantations – sad evidence of the past destruction of the indigenous rainforest which used to engulf the gate until few decades ago.
At the gate, you will be registering with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities. Expect to linger around for approximately an hour to two while all equipment and supplies get distributed amongst your porters and weighed to ensure fair porter treatment practices.
Once formalities are taken care of, it's time to head back into the car to drive to the start of your exciting journey at Lemosho Gate.
Once formalities are taken care of, it's a short drive to Lemosho Gate where your hike begins. During the wet season, the road may be too muddy for the vehicles, so there's a chance you may walk the last remainder.
In the past, spotting wildlife in this area used to be a possibility with animals such as elephants and buffalo. However, it is no longer the case, and armed rangers are no longer needed.
As you approach Lemosho Gate, you'll be entering into the montane rainforest zone, and the rich air along with the greenery will be a pleasant greeting!
After a long day of driving and waiting, you've finally arrived and the adventure begins. Today will be a short, but steep, hike to the first camp. It will take you through the lush and green rainforest that sits towards the bottom of Kilimanjaro.
The air is misty and dense, and your surroundings are nothing short of breathtaking. Be on the lookout black-and-white Colobus Monkey troops that frequent the area; you'll want to snap some photos of the lively bunch.
The trail may begin as muddy, and despite the rainforest technically called a montane forest, it doesn't diminish the fact that you could be rained on quite suddenly. So be sure to have your rain gear at an arm's length!
As you arrive at your first camp on the mountain after a short hike, you may be surprised to find your camp fully set up by your porters who work hard, seemingly like invisible ferries to us, to make sure that all we need to do is enjoy our climb.
Mti Mkubwa is also known as the "Big Tree Camp" and you'll know why immediately. Situated under a big tree, the camp is alive with the sounds of monkeys and birds; many of whom you will hear through the night, and in the early morning.
Today you will be climbing up the Shira ridge to reach the Shira Plateau; the trail will be very steep, so breaks are encouraged.
The trail will begin to lead you out of the rainforest and into the savannah. Before you know it, you'll be met with tall grasses, heather, moorland and volcanic rock that is laced with lichen. As you hike up through the hills, and cross varying streams, you'll notice the enticing views afar that come with the Lemosho Route.
After a few hours of walking uphill, you reach the top of the Shira Ridge onto the Plateau where you are treated to a panoramic view of Kibo and the Shira Cathedral. From here, it's only a short hike down to camp, allowing for plenty of rest before the next day.
Be aware that the Shira Plateau can be below freezing at night, so make sure you have your hats, gloves and flashlights ready when the sun sets.
Today's hike will take you across the Shira Plateau, maintaining a very manageable incline for the majority of the trek. With Kibo in your sight, you get to have breathtaking views of the free-standing mountain glistening in the distance.
After you've crossed the Shira Plateau, watch out for a few specimen of the curious trees, also known as Giant Groundsels.
Your guide may leave you with the option to hike up to the Shira Cathedral, or head straight to the next camp. If you choose to see the cathedral, you won't be let down. The cathedral is approximately an hour and a half away from the trail and was caused by an ancient eruption. To get to see it up close is a scenic treat, and some say it's the highlight of their trek!
If you don't choose to see the cathedral, you will arrive at your camp by mid-day. Use your afternoon to go for a walk further up the mountain. The higher you hike during the day before returning to your camp at a lower altitude, the better you will acclimatize to the thin air.
The morning climb brings you to the majestic Lava Tower, an ancient plug that was left by the active-volcanic days. Although the walk is not too steep, it is nonetheless a long and strenuous one due to the high altitude. Your body will begin to notice the decrease in oxygen.
On this part of the journey, the landscape becomes more barren and even the heather disappears, only to be replaced by rocks and lava ridges. At the peak of your journey, you will have climbed 4,600 metres to the Lava Tower, also known as the Shark's tooth. This covers an altitude distance of approximately 750 metres from Shira 2 Camp.
Your new surroundings at Lava Tower will consist of a high altitude desert, with no vegetation and pools of rocks, scree and dust as far as the eye can see. You'll need a few warm layers on this part of the journey as it can be prone to cold winds, ice and mist.
Symptoms of altitude sickness are common here, but don't worry because this is one of the reasons why you have come here: to allow for proper altitude acclimatization.
After a break at Lava Tower to get the full benefit of your efforts and acclimatize to the thin air, you'll being your descent into the beautiful Barranco valley. The valley was formed by a mudslide 100,000 years ago, and the climb down offers picturesque views of the Barranco Wall (which you will climb tomorrow). The descent into the valley will feel like a step backwards, after having worked hard all day to reach higher altitudes.
It is important to take it easy as you descend as parts of the journey can be a little slippery, with a lot of scree as you make your way down. For much of the journey, the alpine desert will seem to stretch into infinity until you get to the Great Barranco Valley. As you get nearer and nearer to Barranco Camp, the landscape gradually gets greener as you revisit the mystical forest.
Barranco Camp hosts views of Kibo, the Western Breach, and the beginning of the southern glaciers – a well deserved treat after the hard work you've done that day.
Waking up, you may feel anxious about climbing the famous Barranco Wall today. However, do not fret, as it is less of a climb and more of a scramble!
You will arrive at the wall soon after breakfast, and as you follow the zig-zagged path to the top, you may need to use your hands as you steady yourself up the wall. The climb takes approximately 1 hour and a half, but don't forget to look back and enjoy the views as you ascend the wall.
Once you reach the top, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the Heim Glacier and Kibo. Snap a photo, take a break, and then it's back down again as you descend into the narrow Karanga Valley. This windy, and cold gully is also lush and green; a nice switch from the previously barren and rocky landscape.
After descending through the valley, it's a small ascend up to the Karanga Camp. You'll navigate through another series of zig-zags and rocky terrain, but at this point you will be well-trained from the morning.
Arriving at Karanga Camp, the afternoon is yours to relax, explore, and take in the surroundings. If lucky, you can catch a glimpse of the malachite sunbird, a dazzling sight to see!
Today you will be climbing up to your base camp for the final summit push. You may start to be feeling butterflies in anticipation of your big summit night. Within less than 24 hours, you'll be standing on the top of Africa!
On this part of the adventure, you will make your way through the strange and mystical alpine desert as you slowly ascend upwards. Here you will be surrounded by rocks, dust and stones in a bleak and barren landscape, surrounded by glaciers. Extra care and attention as well as sturdy footwear is advisable because of the loose, flat stones and chunky rocks that you will encounter on your way up.
Barafu Camp is perched upon an exposed ridge at an altitude of 4,673 metres. From Karanga, this represents an altitude difference of 678 metres. You will pass through the desolate desert landscape with the Decken and Kersten glaciers visible after you leave Karanga and slowly make your way to the coveted Barafu Camp. After a while you will descend into a valley and get a glimpse of the Rebmann glacier – a small remnant of an enormous icecap which once enthroned the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Temperatures can be chilly in this part of the mountain, so be sure to wrap up warm and drink plenty of hot drinks where possible.
Once you reach your destination, you will need plenty of rest – because tonight is the big summit night. Even though you may not be feeling hungry due to the altitude, try to eat as much as possible to gain strength for your summit push. After an early dinner, it's time to get your gear ready for your early wake up, and to catch as much sleep as you can.
Today is an early start for the moment you've been waiting for – summit day. You'll be woken up around 11:30 to complete your final summit push from Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak by sunrise. After your breakfast, you will have all your gear ready for the day. Be sure to bring extra water (dehydration is painful at such high altitudes), headlamps, thick gloves, sunscreen and sunglasses for the summit (the sun is intense once up) and of course, your camera. Snacks are encouraged as well to maintain energy throughout the long day.
Once you've strapped on your boots, you will head out of Barafu Camp. These small cliffs will cause you to scramble around a bit, but you will soon reach the bottom of your next challenge: the climb to Stella Point. Stella Point rests at the top of Kibo, and to hike up to it will be hard work. A series of switchbacks through volcanic scree will test you. Be sure to find YOUR appropriate momentum, and focus on taking it one step at a time.
The air will become thinner, and altitude sickness may begin to hit you. Frigid temperatures and icy winds will require an iron determination to keep going. Each step will take all your focus and energy. Your final push to the top may seem endless and time seeming to work against you, but rest assured that it will come to an end. What satisfaction as you reach Stella Point at the top of Kibo! Congratulations! You've already conquered an impressive feat and will receive your climbing certificate for making it to this point. No matter what happens next, you can be proud that you've climbed Mount Kilimanjaro!
From here, you only have approximately 150 meters of altitude to go for your final trek to Uhuru Peak. You can do it. It is important to prepare yourself for what might become the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trip, so rest and eat to gain energy for the final haul. The walk is a gentle incline, but the thin air will make it difficult to predict how you feel in this last stretch. Those who react well to the altitude may find it easier than others, with adrenaline rushing through their body. Some don't react as well as others, and will find this to be the most challenging, despite the gentle incline. However, everyone will feel the pride that you've come that far as you make it to the summit.
The end is near, and you push yourself to the highest point. A stunning landscape overlooking the icefields and glaciers is waiting for you. Dawn is approaching as you push yourself to the highest point of Mt. Kilimanjaro and of Africa – Uhuru Peak. You've made it! Take some pictures, pat yourself on the back, hug your companions and enjoy the glistening pink and orange sunrise hues overlooking the ice fields and glaciers. The rolling clouds splash against the noble beauty of Kibo – it's a sight you won't soon forget.
Make sure to take lots of photos and soak in the views as you won't be staying up long at Uhuru Peak. Your guide will make sure to bring you back down to thicker air soon after you've reached the peak of your journey. While climbing thus far may have seemed to be the hardest part, you're day has only just begun.
After making it all the way up to the summit of Uhuru Peak, you will still feel that lingering sense of euphoria that comes with such a magnificent achievement. Now the challenge is to make your way down to Mweka Camp, which sits at 3,100 metres – an an altitude drop of almost 2,800 metres. As you make your way down, you will find that the descent is tough on your knees, which will by now be feeling the impact of your climb up this formidable mountain. To ease the strain on your knees, make good use of your walking poles.
For the initial part of your journey down from Stella Point, you will encounter fields of sand and scree, which can be particularly challenging to navigate your way through. Gaiters are once again essential here, to prevent some of the glacial scree making its way into your boots! There are different ways you can tackle the scree. If you're feeling particularly adventurous, you can simply slide or ski down the scree slopes, which is a fun and quick way of conquering it! If you're not comfortable with that, simply walk slowly down the scree, although this will add additional time onto your journey.
Your slope then turns into rocks before you reach Barafu Camp. Rest and eat to regain some energy. However, don't rest too long. You still have over 3 hours to go. As you descend, you'll notice that some of the plants and greenery starts to reappear and the surroundings are not as barren as it has been in recent days. You'll pass by Millennium Camp which is located just above the tree line. Sometimes, you may camp here if the descent further down is just too challenging to handle – discuss this with your guide beforehand to see if it's possible.
But Mweka Camp is only two hours further, located in the upper part of the rainforest zone, which brings with it a very welcome increase in oxygen and moisture in the air. You will be feeling tired and worn from the journey by the time you reach your camp for the night, but this is normal. Conquering Kilimanjaro is far from easy and you can take solace from the fact that you have completed a challenge that you'll remember for a lifetime. Finally, you'll be able to get some well earned rest and relaxation, and celebrate the completion of this important milestone of your journey.
The euphoria from yesterday's achievement will linger today and give you a high that will last for some time to come. Conquering Mount Kilimanjaro is not easy and the challenge associated with climbing it is legendary. Today's walk is a pleasant one and it will take you through the beautiful greenery of the rainforest as you steadily continue your downward descent. The atmosphere will resemble prehistoric times as you make your way through the 20 foot fern trees in the rainforest. You will venture through the moorlands and the montane rainforest, which bears similarities to the first stop on Kilimanjaro and you will once again greet the different bird species and monkeys that you encountered on your way up. At this point tiredness and bruised knees may drain your enthusiasm little, but you will still feel the pride in your accomplishments. The temperature will be a little warmer and more humid by this point, in contrast to the ice caps and the glaciers experienced over the last few days.
Soon even the jungle will gradually start to fade in favour of dirt tracks and the return of civilisation, which signals your arrival at Mweka Gate – the exit of Mount Kilimanjaro National Park. Once you have reached this point, your journey across Kilimanjaro will have concluded and you will be satisfied in the knowledge that you have reached the summit and finally conquered this tough but beautiful mountain.
Once you arrive at Mweka Gate and you have completed your walk, it will be time to bid farewell to your crew. It is customary to tip your guides, cook and porters for their assistance during your trip before you are transported back to your hotel. Please check the tipping procedure and tipping ranges recommended by your tour company before the start of your climb.
After your exciting conclusion at Mweka Gate, you surely can't wait to get back to your hotel for a well-deserved shower. The scenic drive back to Moshi (or Arusha) takes you through coffee and banana plantations, and is serene as you reflect on your adventure.
Arriving at your hotel, you've finished the magical journey, and it's time to sift through photos, brag to your friends, and reminisce fondly on those life-long memories that you've just made.
Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel is one of the most modern boutique hotels in Moshi. Located 4km from the town of Moshi, 25 km from the Kilimanjaro National Park and 40km from Kilimanjaro International Airport, the hotel offers you a convenient and comfortable base to rest before and after your climb.
To conclude your Tour, you will be transferred to the airport for your journey home or to your next destination. Please make sure to advise your guide or Tour Operator locally the time of your departure flight.
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The following items are normally excluded from your Tour as per industry standards, unless specifically stated otherwise:
When joining an open group to climb Kilimanjaro, please note that you will have to adjust your walking speed to that of others, which typically means the pace of the slowest person in your group. It is not uncommon for this to create some frustrations amongst group members. Faster climbers would prefer to go ahead and take less frequent breaks, while the slowest person may feel pressured to walk faster.
When booking a group trek, please expect that you will need to adjust to the pace and needs of the entire group. Furthermore, you will not be able to adjust your itinerary spontaneously (unless needed), such as shorten your climb by a day if you feel that you can go faster. While there will always be a sufficiently high guide to client ratio to assist with early descent if needed, groups will not split up to accommodate the preference of some climbers to walk faster than others.
If you prefer more flexibility during your climb to set your own pace and adjust your itinerary while climbing, please contact us for private climbing packages.
In your host country, tipping is commonly expected in the tourism industry by everyone who delivers a service to you. This includes guides, drivers, porters, personal cooks and waiters, hotel staff and other staff. While tipping is not mandatory, we strongly advocate paying recommended tips to ensure a fair total compensation for your service personnel who rely on tips as a substantial component of their income.
In guided Tours, especially if it involves several crew members, tipping can become a substantial additional cost for you. It is never included in Tour prices – no matter whether on Fair Voyage or elsewhere (except for few niche Operators, in which case it is explicitly stated). Please review the tipping recommendations for your Tour so that you understand your recommended total budget.
Of course, if you are not satisfied with the services of your crew, you may choose not to tip. However, please consider that individual crew members may not be in control of your overall service delivery or your initial expectations about their service standards. Lastly, we expect that in most cases your crew will meet or exceed your expectations. Therefore, please make sure to leave a sufficient buffer for recommended tips within your overall budget.
The recommended tipping per crew member per day (USD) is:
For Kilimanjaro climbs, you can expect to have 1 Lead Guide and 1 Assistant Guide for every 4 climbers, 1 chef for the group, and an average of 4 porters per climber.
On that basis, the recommended tipping per climber depending on the duration of your climb and your group size can be calculated as follows:
For example, on a 7-day trek with 3 climbers, the minimum tipping recommendation is ca. US$ 340 per climber.
Please note that this is calculated for standard climbs based on an average of 4 porters per climber. Climbs with more equipment (e.g. toilet tent) require more porters, and therefore will have a higher tipping recommendation.
To ensure fair and transparent tipping for each crew member, we'll have a tipping ceremony at our office in Moshi following your descent from the mountain. We provide envelopes and the names of all of the crew. Please divide your tips up into the envelopes and hand them directly to each crew member (porters, cook, assistant guide(s) and lead guide(s). On group tours, we encourage our climbers to speak to each other during the trek and agree how to divide the tipping amongst each of you.
Please note that prices are indicative and may be subject to change. We are happy to confirm prices upon request.
|Price (per item per trek)
|Thermal top
|Thermal underwear
|Thermal T-shirt
|Fleece jacket
|Heavy fleece jacket
|Fleece trousers
|Down jacket
|Wind/waterproof trousers
|Summit pants (ski pants)
|Waterproof jacket
|Glove liners
|Warm hat
|Walking poles (pair) (various brands)
|Sleeping bag (Mountain Hardware Lamina™ Z Bonfire -30°F / -34°C)
|Head torch
|Water bottle
|Hiking boots
|Socks (pair)
|Day pack
|Camping bed
Sleeping bags can be rented and paid for locally. The price is currently US$50 per sleeping bag per climb. Prices might be subject to change – please confirm with us if you'd like to be sure. Please take into consideration that the weight of rental equipment counts towards your bag weight limit, and kindly note the specifications below:
Brand: Mountain Hardwear
Model: Lamina™ Z Bonfire -30°F / -34°C Sleeping Bag
Weight: 5 lb 14.5 oz / 2680 g
Here's a typical food menu. We can cater for vegetarian, vegan or other special dietary requirements. Please contact us for a menu according to your requirements.
Breakfast: Toast (with honey, jam and/or butter); French toast; pancakes; sausage; bacon; eggs (scrambled, fried, omelet); cooked vegetables; fruits (oranges, mangos, bananas), cereals; hot cereal; tea; coffee; cocoa; juice.
Lunch (if packed): Cold meat sandwiches; tuna or chicken salad sandwiches; grilled cheese sandwiches; fruits (oranges, mangos, bananas); eggs; French fries/chips; tea; coffee; cocoa; juice.
Lunch (if hot): resembles dinner menu.
Snack: Popcorn; biscuits; nuts; tea.
Dinner: Soups (carrot, cucumber, pumpkin); pasta; rice; vegetables (stewed, boiled, steamed, curried); beef, chicken (roasted, stewed, curried); potatoes (mashed, boiled, fried); corned beef + cabbage; rice; ugali (corn meal porridge); fruits (oranges, watermelons, apples, pineapples, mangos, bananas); tea; coffee; cocoa, juice.
Breakfast: Oat or millet porridge; muesli; eggs.
Lunch (if packed): Hard boiled eggs; chickpea cakes; vegetable sandwiches; peanut butter sandwiches.
Hot Lunch/Dinner: Bean and lentil dishes.
Breakfast: Oat or millet porridge; muesli; soy milk.
Lunch (if packed): Chickpea cakes; vegetable sandwiches; peanut butter sandwiches.
Hot Lunch/Dinner: Bean and lentil dishes.
Please note that common vegan proteins such as tofu, tempeh or seitan are not available locally.
While food will be plentiful and it is not necessary that you bring your own snacks, you may still want to bring your own comfort food and favorite snacks. If you are vegan, we would also encourage you to bring protein bars to ensure that you are fully satisfied.
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There are more than 20,000 porters who work on Mount Kilimanjaro and most of them are not treated fairly. They risk their lives to carry heavy loads for tourists yet often do not even get their due minimum salary of less than US $10 per day. They sometimes only get one meal per day and have inappropriate gear. In extreme cases, porters have been found dead, left behind by their guides when they had accidents or fallen sick. Although KPAP and its Partner companies have been able to achieve significant improvements for their porters and the industry overall, the situation is still far from satisfactory for the majority of porters on Kilimanjaro.
You might have seen cheaper offers elsewhere. Please beware: When adding up all the costs, it is not possible for a tour operator to operate profitably and legally when offering much cheaper prices than you'll find on Fair Voyage. Such operators are not duly licensed and operate illegally, and – most likely – they exploit the porters who carry your gear and supplies. We only promote duly licensed companies that are partners of the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project and adhere to minimum fair porter treatment standards. This is the very reason for our existence – to promote responsible tourism and ethical climbs.
We believe that responsible tour operators who treat your porters fairly are also more likely to offer you, as a client, higher quality standards, and that porters who are treated fairly by their companies are also more likely to have your best interests in mind. That means first and foremost not your summit success, but your health and safety.
Amongst others, you rely on your porters for your water and food to be treated properly. In the worst case, you might have to rely on them for a safe descent. Will your porters be able to do a good job if they are hungry, cold and get paid significantly less than their colleagues camping right next to your group?
While there is no guarantee, we believe that booking your climb with responsible tour operators who treat your porters fairly will be the safer choice for you.
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Depending on your requirements, we will customize your itinerary, recommend the best value-for-money option and check local availabilities. You will usually hear back from us within 24 hours by email.
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You can make the payment by bank transfer or credit card, and it will also be possible for you to pay the balance in installments over time. To keep your transfer fees to a minimum, we recommend you use TransferWise.
For your security and peace of mind, all payments for bookings made to us are protected against default or non-delivery of services by the Swiss Travel Security (STS) traveller deposit insurance.
Changes can be made easily until you've booked and paid for the Tour. Thereafter, while we will do our best to meet your change requirements, please note that any changes will subject to our Change Policy and Cancellation and Refund Policy, and we will need to charge an administrative Change Fee of US$50 to help us process your request. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you review your Tour Inclusions carefully and let us know if you require any changes before you make your booking.
Once you've booked your Kilimanjaro climb, if not sooner, it is important that you take these steps:
Travel insurance is mandatory to participate in climbs booked via Fair Voyage (read why). To protect your financial investment if you need to cancel your trip due to illness or other unforeseen changes, take out your travel cancellation insurance as soon as you've booked your Tour. Make sure your medical insurance covers emergency evacuations and high altitude trekking up to 6,000 meters. We recommend the travel insurance by World Nomads which has good coverage (including cancellation & medical) at affordable prices. You can easily apply for it online within few minutes (get it now).
To maximize your chances of finding a convenient & affordable flight, it's best to book your flight as soon as you've booked your climb. Kilimanjaro International Airport is conveniently located within 20-60 minutes drive of most hotels in Moshi and Arusha, which are both commonly used as a base to climb Kilimanjaro. It is best to arrive 2 nights before the start of your climb and to depart a day after you finish your climb. If constrained by time, it is also possible – but not recommendable – to arrive on the evening prior to the start of your climb, and to depart on the evening of your last climbing day.
To enter Tanzania, you will need a visa. To obtain a visa, your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of your entry to Tanzania. Check your passport's expiry date. If required, make sure to apply for a new passport well ahead of your trip.
Visas can be obtained upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and other major entry points, including the Tarakea border when crossing by road from Kenya. Visas on arrival must be paid for in cash (US$100 for US citizens and US$50 for most other nationals). End 2018, Tanzania launched an electronic visa service. However, the online visa process is not yet always working smoothly.
For your security, we recommend you to only apply for your e-visa via the official Tanzania government website. If you experience issues, you may prefer to obtain your visa on arrival. After the current introductory period, however, it is expected that Tanzania will phase out visas on arrival and make electronic visas mandatory. The exact date for this transition is not yet known.
It is important that you are in good physical health. If you are at increased risk due to age, level of fitness, or health condition, you must get a medical check and confirm with your doctor that strenuous exercise in high altitude is permissible for your condition.
Please also check all required & recommended vaccinations and medications for travelling to Tanzania. In particular, note that the type of malaria in Tanzania may be lethal, so we recommend taking preventative anti-malarials. As some vaccinations may need to be administered over longer periods of time to become effective, it is best to consult your medical expert well in advance of travelling to Tanzania.
Please fill in the Traveller Details Form for each person in your booking and send it back to us and your local Tour Operator as soon as possible prior to the start of your Tour. This allows your local Operator to prepare your Tour (including your arrival and departure arrangements; as well as any dietary, medical or other requirements they should be a aware of), and to ensure that we have all your details for emergencies.
It is never too soon to start your training.
The best training you can do to prepare for your mount Kilimanjaro climb is hiking. Running, swimming and cycling are all very good exercises but what you will be doing on Kilimanjaro is hiking.
You will need to condition your body to walk in ascension, over uneven terrain for long periods. Ideally, go hiking in the highest mountains in your area to experience the effect of increased altitudes.
If you live in a city or somewhere flat, taking stairs instead of elevators and targeted muscle exercises are excellent practice that can also help you prepare.
Organizing your gear can be a very time-consuming process. It is best to review our recommended packing list and start thinking about how to organize any missing items as soon as you've booked your climb. Most gear can be rented locally in Tanzania (except for cross-over climbs starting in Nairobi), which is a cost-effective and environmentally friendlier alternative to buying new gear. Please check with us for a full list of items available locally.
The biggest risk for Kilimanjaro climbers is altitude sickness. Read our detailed article about the dangers of altitude sickness and how to minimize your risks. Ideally, you experience the effects of increased altitudes above 3,500 meters before climbing Kilimanjaro. However, for most climbers this is not feasible, nor is it required. Even if you have the opportunity to pre-acclimatize, benefits usually only last a few days and disappear by the time you climb Kilimanjaro. So make sure you understand the risks, but don't worry about pre-acclimatizing.
Please carefully read our pre-climb briefing. Your local Tour Operator may also provide you with their own pre-climb briefing. Please carefully also read their documents. If in doubt about any information, please don't hesitate to contact us.
When planning a trip to Tanzania, the following vaccinations are always recommended:
The World Health Organization additionally recommends the following vaccinations for all travellers worldwide:
In addition, you may need the following:
Medical requirements other than vaccinations:
Please note that some vaccinations are administered over prolonged time periods to become effective. Therefore, it is important that you consult your medical expert well ahead of your trip.
Experience + genuine care = perfect! From the start -- perusing the website -- to the post-climb check-ins, everything with Fair Voyage was perfect! ...and that's just from my perspective as a hiker. Knowing that care is also extended to the porters and the environment is also crucial for me. I can't wait to book another trip with Fair Voyage!
It's a good way to connect with local operators and ensure you are safe and that the staff on your tour are treated well. Extremely knowledgeable, well organized and well prepared. Health and safety was always the top priority in conversations.
Tanzania Kili hike and safari Just returned from 2 weeks in Tanzania---8 day Lemosho route for the Kili climb and four day photo sarafi in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. The entire trip was exceptional! From the professionalism of Fair Voyage to the people (fellow hikers, guides, porters), food, accommodations, etc. I could not be more pleased with our experience! Thank you Fair Voyage!!
When we looked at the KPAP list many of the local companies had great reviews but very little information about routes, prices, etc on their websites so it was hard to compare. Many Western operators had lots of info on their websites but much higher prices for basically the same trip. Fair Voyage seemed to give us the best of both worlds.
I could not thank you enough for the organization of this wonderful trip. My guides did an amazing job that made us feel safe all through the climbs. We did enjoyed our time on both Meru and Kilimanjaro. We are very happy to have summited both mountains but it is the whole experience with the guides and the porters that made it so special. We hope that by booking with a fair operator that we were able to make a difference for them.
Because Fair Voyage is an independent agency that do business only with local operators who subscribe to the... read moreI could not thank you enough for the organization of this wonderful trip. My guides did an amazing job that made us feel safe all through the climbs. We did enjoyed our time on both Meru and Kilimanjaro. We are very happy to have summited both mountains but it is the whole experience with the guides and the porters that made it so special. We hope that by booking with a fair operator that we were able to make a difference for them.
Because Fair Voyage is an independent agency that do business only with local operators who subscribe to the fair treatment of carriers and whose quality standards are high, you know that booking through Fair Voyage will allow you to have a safe trip. You also have the certainty that you will get the lowest possible price since Fair Voyage represents a large number of potential travelers for local agencies.
In addition, because they are not affiliated with a specific operator, Fair Voyage is able to offer a more personalized approach and give unbiased advice when choosing a route.
In case of problems with the local operator, it is reassuring to know that Fair Voyage will be there to represent our best interest. Finally being able to send our funds to Switzerland rather than Africa to pay for our trip also represents additional security. read less
Amazing Trip to Tanzania, would definetly book again! I went on a 5-day safari to northern Tanzania in Febuary and it was a wonderful experience. Our guide and driver was very nice and was happy to answer all our questions about the animals. The accomodations are unique and comfortable, the staff was always helpful, very tasty food.
Amazing Staff & Service My friend and I had been planning to climb Kili for a few years and we finally did it in October 2018 with Fair Voyage. When we first started our research for a tour operator, it quickly became a daunting experience - there were a lot of options out there! One thing we learned was that we should only go with operators that follow fair porter practices. This search for an ethical climb is what led us to Fair Voyage. We reached out to Fair Voyage staff and they immediately responded to us (thank you Alex!) and walked us... read moreMy friend and I had been planning to climb Kili for a few years and we finally did it in October 2018 with Fair Voyage. When we first started our research for a tour operator, it quickly became a daunting experience - there were a lot of options out there! One thing we learned was that we should only go with operators that follow fair porter practices. This search for an ethical climb is what led us to Fair Voyage. We reached out to Fair Voyage staff and they immediately responded to us (thank you Alex!) and walked us through our options (private tour/package options with Zanzibar etc.). Over the course of a few days, we exchanged several emails to narrow down dates/route and other details. I really appreciated their responsiveness and transparency. They were clear about the budget constraints, cost breakdowns and terms & conditions for cancellation policies. The payment experience via Fair Voyage was seamless - we were able to pay online with our US credit cards without any hassle. We also had the option to pay a portion upfront (30% deposit) and the rest later. Although we didn't end up booking Safari/Zanzibar with them, in retrospect I wish we had. Fair Voyage also connected us directly with the local tour operator company who were equally responsive and very helpful in accommodating for our needs. Before the trip, we received a full detailed itinerary with a breakdown of... My friend and I had been planning to climb Kili for a few years and we finally did it in October 2018 with Fair Voyage.
When we first started our research for a tour operator, it quickly became a daunting experience - there were a lot of options out there! One thing we learned was that we should only go with operators that follow fair porter practices. This search for an ethical climb is what led us to Fair Voyage. We reached out to Fair Voyage staff and they immediately responded to us (thank you Alex!) and walked us through our options (private tour/package options with Zanzibar etc.). Over the course of a few days, we exchanged several emails to narrow down dates/route and other details. I really appreciated their responsiveness and transparency. They were clear about the budget constraints, cost breakdowns and terms & conditions for cancellation policies. The payment experience via Fair Voyage was seamless - we were able to pay online with our US credit cards without any hassle. We also had the option to pay a portion upfront (30% deposit) and the rest later. Although we didn't end up booking Safari/Zanzibar with them, in retrospect I wish we had.
Fair Voyage also connected us directly with the local tour operator company who were equally responsive and very helpful in accommodating for our needs. Before the trip, we received a full detailed itinerary with a breakdown of what to expect each day and the recommended gear list and rental options. Our climb itself was great - thanks to the team of guides and porters who took care of us like family out there.
Fair Voyage reached out to us after our climb to congratulate us! They really care about their work and ensuring their customers are happy. All in all, a great experience! You're in safe hands 🙂
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Such a wonderful experience! Such a perfect experience. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to hike Kilimanjaro! I liked everything! The guides, the rest of the crew, the food was amazing and the rest of my hiking group was wonderful!
Professional, Kind, and Seamless Coordination Fair Voyage coordinated our Kilimanjaro trek and safari, and we had an outstanding experience with them from start to finish. At the proposal stage, they quickly provided us with a proposed itinerary for a safari and Kilimanjaro trek that not only included a list of dates and activities, but also included the names of the safari lodges, little pictures of what we would see, and descriptions of what we would be doing each day, so that we could really imagine how the trip would be. We were considering a few different options for dates, and the order of our... read moreFair Voyage coordinated our Kilimanjaro trek and safari, and we had an outstanding experience with them from start to finish. At the proposal stage, they quickly provided us with a proposed itinerary for a safari and Kilimanjaro trek that not only included a list of dates and activities, but also included the names of the safari lodges, little pictures of what we would see, and descriptions of what we would be doing each day, so that we could really imagine how the trip would be. We were considering a few different options for dates, and the order of our safari and trek, and FV helped us to play around with some of the dates to find the best itinerary to work with our schedule. Once we confirmed our schedule, FV connected us with the local operator and made sure that we received all of the information we needed. Alexandra at FV was very responsive and friendly, and answered all of the random questions that popped up. FV also made the payment process very simple, easy, and stress-free. It is difficult to plan a safari/Kilimanjaro trip, as it seems like there are infinite options and possibilities in terms of local operators. It was really wonderful to be able to rely on FV to help us find the best guides and accommodations, and to know that we were supporting businesses with a commitment to environmental sustainability and ethical treatment of employees. We would highly recommend them to anyone! read less
A great company to help find responsible tour operators Choosing a Kilimanjaro tour company is no easy task. Fair Voyage was my partner during the entire process. They helped me find a responsible company that fit within my budget. They also helped by providing lots of supplemental info like a packing list, visa info, etc. As a budget solo traveler, I was given 5 star service.
Great Kili Climb with Responsible Operator Alexandra helped me plan a successful tour and summit of Kilimanjaro. She was patient in walking me through all my options and always responsive despite our time zone difference and the last minute nature of my trip. If you want to make sure you are going with a KPAP operator, Fair Voyage makes it easy. I highly recommend their services.
Great experience with Fair Voyage! I came across Fair Voyage in my search for an ethical Kilimanjaro climb and they were able to connect me to a fantastic local tour company. They also provided all material necessary for a smooth climb and the experience was incredibly positive. Alex was extremely helpful as well! Definitely recommend you book through Fair Voyage!
Amazing Staff & Service! My friend and I had been planning to climb Kili for a few years and we finally did it in October 2018 with Fair Voyage.
When we first started our research for a tour operator, it quickly became a daunting experience - there were a lot of options out there! One thing we learned was that we should only go with operators that follow fair porter practices. This search for an ethical climb is what led us to Fair Voyage. We reached out to Fair Voyage staff and they immediately responded to us (thank you Alex!) and walked us through... read moreMy friend and I had been planning to climb Kili for a few years and we finally did it in October 2018 with Fair Voyage.
When we first started our research for a tour operator, it quickly became a daunting experience - there were a lot of options out there! One thing we learned was that we should only go with operators that follow fair porter practices. This search for an ethical climb is what led us to Fair Voyage. We reached out to Fair Voyage staff and they immediately responded to us (thank you Alex!) and walked us through our options (private tour/package options with Zanzibar etc.). Over the course of a few days, we exchanged several emails to narrow down dates/route and other details. I really appreciated their responsiveness and transparency. They were clear about the budget constraints, cost breakdowns and terms & conditions for cancellation policies. The payment experience via Fair Voyage was seamless - we were able to pay online with our US credit cards without any hassle. We also had the option to pay a portion upfront (30% deposit) and the rest later. Although we didn't end up booking Safari/Zanzibar with them, in retrospect I wish we had.
Fair Voyage also connected us directly with the local tour operator company (in our case, Pristine Trails) who were equally responsive and very helpful in accommodating for our needs. Before the trip, we received a full detailed itinerary with a breakdown of what to expect each day and the recommended gear list and rental options. Our climb itself was great - thanks to the team of guides and porters who took care of us like family out there.
Fair Voyage reached out to us after our climb to congratulate us! They really care about their work and ensuring their customers are happy. All in all, a great experience! You're in safe hands 🙂
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I love Africa and I know that if I were to go there again for a trip, I would only consult Fair Voyage to ensure that my journey will be awesome, unforgettable and, above all, sustainable. I hope I'll have another opportunity and that other destinations will be available as well. Keep up the great work!
I would highly recommend Fair Voyage, this is because I was with Alex in my home country and loved the attention she gave to details of the treatment of Mt kenya climb Crew and her concern for environmental conservation. Her platform makes it easy to choose between options which companies to contract when planning for holiday to Africa.
I had a wonderful experience and I very much enjoyed the service provided . . . The guides, porters, cooks, and the rest of the team were great and were instrumental in helping me reach the summit:)
The team was very professional. The daily briefings were informative and detailed. We had all the support we needed for a successful summit. The cook was amazing and catered to our vegetarian needs.
Better than expected . . . experienced team . . . friendly and knowledgeable . . . felt safe the whole way . . . great equipment . . .
Having met Alex on a bicycle trip across Africa, I was really inspired by her passion and commitment to provide a platform that allows others to arrange ethical and conscious travel. Fair Voyage is a top notch organisation with an amazing mission, and I look forward to arranging my next trip with them!
Very well organised, great local partnership [translated from German: "Sehr gut organisiert, sehr tolle lokale Partnerschaft"]
Everything was perfect. Great patient guide
The climb was fantastic, and I made it to the top! Everything you had organized worked out well, thanks so much again.
Very reassuring service. I did not get the first confirmation email, but Alex followed up with a personal email and was helpful during our communications. Very pleased.
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You know that Tours presented herein involve travel to isolated regions; strenuous and potentially hazardous activities (including, but not limited to, any activities in high altitudes, climbing and mountaineering, bicycle riding, or scuba diving); potentially hazardous traffic and means of transportation (including, but not limited to, roads with higher risk of accidents due to irresponsible traffic participants, or small charter planes) and potential exposure to wildlife. Therefore, these Tours may involve a significant amount of personal risk, including by way of example, personal accident, injury, disease, death, loss or damage of property, inconvenience, and discomfort. There may be no or limited access to emergency medical treatment or timely evacuation.
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Please note that it is your responsibility to also read the Operator T&C and all the requirements applicable to your Tour carefully before making your booking and any payments. Should you not be able to locate the Operator T&C on the Tour page or have received them by email, please contact us. If you are not able to participate in a Tour because you do not meet the requirements (including, but not limited to, lack of: travel documents or visa, medical suitability, adequate proof of insurance, certificates or licenses, willingness to sign a liability waiver form), we regret that we cannot refund the Deposit or other full or partial Tour price payment made to us.
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Accommodation is subject to availability at your time of booking and for your entire group. If not available, Operators may change your accommodation different from the one included in your itinerary or Booking Confirmation.
All price quotations are based on the current rates of park fees, VAT and other government taxes. Should any of these be increased or a new tax introduced (which is outside of our control or the control of any Operator), we regret that such increases will be added on to your final Tour price even if the trip has already been paid for. The final Tour price may thus be higher than the price confirmed in your Booking Confirmation, and you will need to pay the difference in order to participate in your Tour. Therefore, we strongly advice that you confirm with your insurance provider that your travel insurance will cover and protect you against such an unfortunate event.
While your Operator will do their best to deliver a satisfactory Tour experience, ensure your personal safety as well as the safety of your belongings, as well as take necessary precautions in case of emergencies, unfortunate incidents are always a possibility and often beyond your Operator's control. Your Operator and their staff shall not be held liable to you for:
The Operator's liability is governed by the respective laws of their country of incorporation, and all claims are subject to local jurisdiction in their country of incorporation.
When you register an account or request a booking, you must use your real name and contact details. The use of pseudonyms is not permitted on Fair Voyage. If you register a company or other legal entity, you warrant and assure us that you have proper authorization to act in the name of the company or legal entity, respectively.
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By the start of your Tour, you may need to provide your Operator a photo ID to ensure that your identity matches the booking identity. Your identity details must match the information that you have provided during your booking on FairVoyage.com. The same applies to any other individuals included in your booking.
We aim to develop an accurate, helpful and reliable profile of the performance of each Operator and Guide overall and for each Tour offered. Therefore, after your Tour, we encourage you to truthfully rate and review your Operator, Guide, and Tour on FairVoyage.com.
Inaccurate or misleading ratings and reviews are strictly prohibited and may result in further legal action.
We aim to provide you with outstanding customer service and give you our best independent advice to help you book and prepare for your Tour. At the same time, we also aim to facilitate your direct communication with Operators by providing you with their direct contact details, such as through our direct messaging system which we plan to make available to you. Please feel free to ask Operators questions specific to them or a Tour via the direct messaging system. However, the direct messaging system shall not be used to conclude contracts, transmit payment information, effect booking changes or make cancellations, all of which shall be conducted only via the features or channels specifically provided. Fair Voyage accepts no responsibility for the contents and effect, or lack of effect, of any communications using the direct messaging system. We reserve the right to inspect messages and delete inappropriate content.
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Methodist Healthcare partners with Hamilton Eye Institute Surgery Center in Midtown Memphis to provide advanced clinical and surgical ophthalmology. Services include laser treatments, oculo-plastics, retinal procedures. and cataract and glaucoma procedures.
Eye Plaque Surgery
Hamilton Eye Institute, in partnership with Methodist University Hospital, is one of only a few centers nationwide offering radiation plaque therapy for treatment of Choroidal Melanoma, a cancer of the eye. This rare condition requires highly specialized treatment and collaboration among ophthalmologists, radiation oncologists, physicists and medical oncologists.
Benefits of Eye Plaque Surgery
- Ensures patient survival
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How Eye Plaque Surgery Works
Performed by ophthalmologists, radiation plaque therapy uses a disc-shaped, gold custom casing that houses radioactive seeds. This custom casing, or "plaque," delivers targeted, high-dose radiation to the ocular tumor, allowing very little radiation exposure to the rest of the eye and body.
The plaque is placed in surgery, while the patient is under general anesthesia, and typically remains in place for seven days. After radiation has been delivered, the plaque is removed, and the patient may go home. The patient will followup with the physician as directed.
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Swiss industry in dynamic form
Industrial activity in Switzerland picked up sharply in the first three months of 2006, and the latest UBS survey shows the pace of business climbing to its highest level for six years. The upturn is set to continue unabated in the second quarter of the year.
UBS's quarterly survey in March of some 330 companies indicated that the upturn in Swiss industry continued in the first quarter of 2006, enjoying broad support across sectors. Survey participants believe that growth has not yet peaked, and instead expect the upward trend to continue unbroken in the second quarter.
UBS business cycle indicator at its highest level since 2000
These positive results mean the entire Swiss economy is likely to shift up a gear in the first half of 2006. That is the message from the UBS business cycle indicator, which is derived from the results of the quarterly industry survey and has proved a reliable indicator of the near-term economic trend in Switzerland over a two-quarter horizon. A trend barometer for gross domestic product (GDP), it is pointing to annual growth rates comfortably in excess of 3% for the first two quarters of 2006. The last time it recorded such figures was in the boom phase of 2000.
Upturn across a broad front
For the first quarter, 61% of the companies surveyed reported rising order intakes and just 15% a drop in orders (balance: +46%). This was due above all to increased export orders, but domestic business was also significantly higher. The industrial upturn therefore has broad support. For sales and production too, the percentage of those reporting an increase far outweighed those reporting a decline. At 87%, capacity utilization rose above the normal long-term level. The negative trend in employment was also broken for the first time since 2001: 28% of companies surveyed had recruited extra staff, while only 23% had to make cuts.
Continuing confidence
The companies surveyed by UBS were also decidedly optimistic about the second quarter. Their expectations for domestic and international orders, production and sales were higher, even versus the strong trend of the previous quarter. Capacity utilization is being stepped up, extra staff taken on and inventories reduced in order to best meet demand. The easing pressure on selling prices should also contribute to stronger earnings.
All areas of industry in positive territory
A majority of companies in each of the sectors surveyed by UBS shared the upbeat assessment of the business environment for the second quarter. The most optimistic sector was watchmakers, followed by the timber and furniture industry. More cautious - but still positive on balance - were plastics, food, and paper, printing and graphics.
Daniel Kalt
Head of Economic & Swiss Research
Tel. +41 44 234 25 60
Karin Schefe
Swiss Economic Research
Tel. +41 44 234 43 94
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The seating arrangements at weddings can be a daunting task. Deciding how to place your divorced grandparents far away from each other and your single girlfriend with the single friend of your cousin can be a challenging and overwhelming chore, luckily with DearSugar's helpful advice you can get the job done. However once you have decided where to seat each of your guests the fun begins...creating the perfect placecards! Placecards are beautifully written little notes with the name of the guests on the front and a table number on the back. Use your imagination to come up with inventive ways of numbering your tables. At a wedding I attended last September the couple is known for their crazy love for candy. Instead of giving the tables a number they named each one for a different candy (gummi bears, m&m's, skittles, etc). At the tables guests were met by small goodie bags with the candy of their table. If you are having a destination wedding you can name each table after a neighborhood of the city or take pictures of you and your fiance at each of the locations and use these pictures to identify the tables. There are endless ways to decoratively and festively arrange placecards so that your guests are pleasantly surprised upon their arrival to the reception. Attach to a bulletin board decorated in beautiful ribbon, place each card in a stick in potter's soil, write the names on a keepsake seashell, slide a flower into each card. Placecards serve as a nice reminder of your wedding celebration and guests can take theirs home with them so make them special. If you can afford it hire a professional calligrapher to write out all of the names. Got a placecard idea, please do tell it below!


text: Meet a Specialist: Daniel Lee, M.D., FACS As the Director of the Pediatric Ear, Hearing and Balance Center, Daniel Lee, M.D. enjoys the challenges that come with diagnosing and treating children with complex ear conditions. Dr. Lee's first challenge in Otolaryngology, however, was as a patient, when a life-threatening nosebleed interrupted medical school interviews and required emergency surgery. He credits Dr. Lee Eisenberg of Englewood, New Jersey, for a speedy and successful recovery. "His professionalism and kindness were evident from the moment I met him, and proved to be important lessons for me as I entered medical school," says Dr. Lee. A native of Minnesota, Dr. Lee left the heartland for the East Coast to attend Columbia College, and then completed his medical school and surgical training at Johns Hopkins. He has been in New England ever since. "I feel very fortunate to have been part of the Mass. Eye and Ear family since completing my training. I have amazing colleagues and together we take advantage of Mass. Eye and Ear's state of the art clinical, teaching, and research facilities to provide the best possible care for our patients." It was during his residency that Dr. Lee first cared for deaf infants and children under the mentorship of Dr. John Niparko at Johns Hopkins. He has maintained a passion for this unique patient population ever since. "The cochlear implant is the most successful bionic device used in humans today and has improved the lives of many hard of hearing patients and their families," says Dr. Lee. "The strength of the pediatric cochlear implant program at Mass. Eye and Ear is our team approach to provide comprehensive care for infants and children with hearing loss not helped with a hearing aid." In addition to cochlear implants, Dr. Lee's clinical interests include auditory brainstem implants, acoustic neuroma surgery, and superior semicircular canal dehiscence. His research has included the study of auditory pathway circuitry in the brain and improving the performance of auditory implants with new generation electrode designs. "Using the latest technologies and engaging in translational research provides the hope of improving the care of both children and adults with severe to profound hearing loss," Dr. Lee states. Contact Dr. Lee's office at 617-573-3130. View Dr. Lee's online bio for more information. Request an appointment. Contact Us Today! 617-523-7900