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When arranging your transportation, such as flights, please take into consideration the below time restrictions for joining and departing from your group. With these times, we have taken into account travel time to/from the airport in the given destination and required time for check-in or baggage collection/immigration.
Your flight must depart no earlier than: 12:00 a.m. on Day 8
Arrive at any time.
There's a lot to see and do in San Francisco, and we recommend spending extra time here if you'd like to explore the city. Haight-Ashbury, Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and the city's famous cable cars all await.
We highly recommend booking pre-tour accommodation to enjoy more of the city. Speak to your sales agent to book extra accommodation.
The adventure begins tonight. Feel free to explore before your welcome meeting, but make sure you're back in time to meet the group. After introductions, your CEO will review the details of your tour. Please note that normal check-in times apply at our start hotels, but you can usually store your luggage for the day if you arrive early.
Catch a glimpse of the Golden Gate Bridge on the way out of one of America's most popular cities. Drive into the Sierras amongst the beautiful mountains.
Travel through California's Sierra Nevada Mountains on the way to Yosemite National Park.
Stretch out, unwind, and check your messages aboard our private, wi-fi-equipped ride.
Picturesque valleys, vast wilderness, powerful waterfalls, ancient sequoias and more than 16 types of granite make up this internationally recognized national park. Hike the trails, get up close to ancient rock formations and take panoramic photos of this gorgeous landscape.
Set off on a hike through beautiful scenery such as waterfalls and giant sequoias. Drive through the Tioga Pass and take in scenic views of Yosemite's peaks.
Marvel at spectacular views of Yosemite National Park's magnificent peaks and granite domes and enjoy one of most scenic areas in California.
Note: we intend on using the Tioga Pass, a scenic route through the Sierra Nevada mountain range that connects Yosemite NP with Bishop. In the spring and autumn seasons, there's a chance that the pass will be closed due to poor weather conditions or even snow. In such a case, we use an alternate route south, and will spend the night in Lake Isabella instead of Bishop. The status of the road is monitored daily, and our travel plan for the area will be confirmed during the trip.
Panoramic vistas, gushing waterfalls, and elusive wildlife await. Bring water, wear a hat and sunscreen, and hike Yosemite NP. Keep an eye out for black bears, deer, and coyotes.
Take this scenic route through the Sierra Nevada mountain range connecting Bishop with the Yosemite Valley floor. Pass by lakes, meadows, and groves, and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife along the way.
Visit a land of extremes in Death Valley National Park. Explore the Las Vegas Strip in the evening. Take an optional VIP party limo ride.
For the night in Las Vegas, we stay close to the action in a hotel in the city centre.
Includes multiple stops.
The Death Valley is one of America's most extreme locations – from sand dunes and desert, to badlands, towering peaks, and a basin that actually registers below sea-level, this is sure to be an unforgettable stop. Hottest. Driest. Lowest. There's a bit of everything here on the border of California and Nevada.
Walk along Las Vegas Boulevard and soak in the lights, energy and pulse of the Strip. With an ever-evolving architecture and multitude of hotels, casinos, restaurants, and entertainment, there's so much to see and do.
Channel your inner celebrity and set off in this party on wheels. Luxuriate in the leather seats, and feel like a star with the neon lights, flat screen TV and booming stereo system. Tour the highlights of Vegas and love the limo life.
Travel Route 66 and cruise towards the Grand Canyon and take in a sunset at the canyon's edge.
Considered to be among nature's most spectacular offerings, the Grand Canyon provides spectacular opportunities for exploration. Return to the campsite, huddle around the campfire and recapture the experiences from this memorable day!
Includes stops along Route 66
Visit the south rim of the canyon for a great first impression. Marvel as the Grand Canyon unfolds before you. Don't get too close. The land drops almost straight down for more than 1,000m (3,280 ft) into the serpentine canyons below! The gorge is filled with rocky buttes, sheer limestone cliffs, and deep canyons all arrayed in a rainbow of colors. Words defy. This is truly one of the most magnificent sights on earth.
Head to the rim of the Grand Canyon at sunset. Point your camera in any direction and capture memorable shots as the shifting light plays off the layers of red, yellow, and brown rock. This is truly one of the great wonders. Enjoy the moment.
On a giant six-story movie screen, watch the most viewed IMAX film of all time, "Grand Canyon: The Hidden Secrets". Escape, fly, and discover the history and beauty of this awe-inspiring landscape.
Hike around the grandest of canyons or opt for a bird's-eye view of the Grand Canyon with an optional helicopter flight. Continue to Lake Havasu and cool off in the crystal-clear waters of the Colorado River.
Opt to hike along the rim or down into the canyon. Experience breathtaking scenery with spectacular views. Bring lots of water, a hat and plenty of energy. Remember -- hiking down is optional, hiking back up is mandatory!
From spanning the Thames to crossing the Colorado River, check out the 1800s London Bridge shipped from England and rebuilt in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
The Grand Canyon helicopter ride is a must! Enjoy a bird's-eye view for 45 to 50 minutes as you fly over the canyon, taking in the stark contrast of the the blue-green Colorado River against the thousand shades of red rock found in the canyon. From above, you can fully appreciate the greatness of the gorge and see why it is one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
Take a short hike in Joshua Tree National Park amongst the boulders and famous Joshua trees. Be on celebrity-watch while passing by a few popular sites on the drive into California's most glamorous city.
Enjoy free time this afternoon in Santa Monica, where the hostel is located, and check out the famous pier or hit the beach.
For our night in Los Angeles, we give up camping in favour of a hostel.
Hike the trails in Joshua Tree NP, get up close to the iconic trees, climb a rock outcrop and watch for desert wildlife.
Includes stop and hike at Joshua Tree NP.
Depart at any time.
There's a lot to see and do in LA, and we recommend spending extra time here if you'd like to explore Hollywood, Rodeo Drive, and other hot spots around the city. Speak to your sales agent to book extra accommodation.
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
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Are you still finding ways to save money for your Smartphone? Did you wisely choose the correct Smartphone according to your requirement? if not, then there is no need to worry, we here have the Top 5 Smartphones under one roof that will help you to select your best Smartphone which doesn't hurt your pocket much.
Here are the Top 5 Smartphones That Fits In Your Budget:
1. Xiaomi's Redmi Note 5 Pro: [Rs.13,999(4GB) & Rs.16,999(6GB)]
Xiaomi redmi note 5 pro is the latest Smartphone that has shaken the market currently. This is not the first time that xiaomi's has done it. The company is the best example that how to impress its customers. The redmi note 5 pro compiles all the customer's needs to buy this phone. The specifications of the redmi note 5 pro are:
Ram & Storage: 4 GB & 64 GB | 6GB & 64 GB
Display: 5.99 (2160 x 1080)
Processor: 1.8 GHz, Octa core
Operating System: Android
Primary Camera: 12.5 MP
Front Camera: 20 MP
Battery: 4000 mAH
Snapdragon version: Snapdragon 636
2. Xiaomi Mi A1: [Rs. 13,999]
The Xiaomi Mi A1 is the most unique Smartphone from Xiaomi. The feature that makes this smartphone unique from other is its software. A1 comes with stock android version installed in the phone, which makes this Smartphone stand out from the box. The dual camera setup, adds an additional advantage of this phone. So the A1 has two unique features that attracts more customers nowadays. The specifications of Xiaomi A1 are:
Ram & Storage: 4 GB | 64 GB
Display: 5.5 (1080 x 1920)
Processor: 2 GHz, Octa core
Operating System: Android
Primary Camera: 12+12 MP
Front Camera: 5 MP
Battery: 3080 mAH
Snapdragon image: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
3. Moto G5 Plus: [Rs. 14,999 (16GB) & Rs.16,999 (32GB) ]
Motorola has finally made a comeback in the Smartphone market and the company has successfully marked its presence again in the market. The launch of Moto G5 plus was the Smartphone, which Motorola launched its Smartphone. The Moto G5 plus is one of the Smartphone that fits in the budget. The unique feature of this smartphone is its camera. Moto G5 plus come with pre-installed Nougat 7.0. It deserved to be on 3rd position among the top 5 smartphones list.
Ram & Storage: 3 GB & 16 GB | 4GB & 32 GB
Display: 5.2 (1080 x 1920)
Processor: 2 GHz, Octa Core
Operating System: Android
Primary Camera: 12 MP
Front Camera: 5 MP
Battery: 3000 mAH
Snapdragon version: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
4. Xiaomi Mi Max 2: [ Rs.13,999(32GB) & Rs.15,999(64GB)]
If you are looking for Smartphone or tablet then, Xiaomi mi max 2 can be your best choice as it's a phablet. Xiaomi Mi Max 2 can be used as a smartphone and a tablet as well. This phablet is the Smartphone manufactured by Xiaomi. Xiaomi is the phone that has big screen size with a big battery that compiles your needs in your Smartphone. This Smartphone comes with pre-installed Nougat 7.0. As compared to the first version of mi max 1, this phone has improved camera and has been slimmed down than Mi Max 1. The specifications of Mi Max 2 are:
Ram & Storage: 4 GB | 32 GB & 64 GB
Display: 6.44 (1080 x 1920)
Processor: 2 GHz, Octa Core
Operating System: Android
Primary Camera: 12 MP
Front Camera: 5 MP
Battery: 5300 mAH
Snapdragon Version: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
5. Honor 7X: [Rs. 12,199(32 GB), & Rs.15,999(64GB)]
The Huawei Honor 7X is the updated version of Honor 6X. The Honor 7X comes with an affordable price compared to other Smartphone's in the market. The Smartphone comes with 32GB and 64 GB storage variants and both variants come with 4 GB ram. After reviewing the phone, people felt that the phone's user interface was not good in the phone and but Honor 7X has a decent rear camera. The Honor 7X specifications are as follows:
Ram & Storage: 4 GB | 32 GB & 64 GB
Display: 5.93 (2160 x 1080)
Processor: 2.36 GHz, Octa Core
Operating System: Android
Primary Camera: 16 + 2 MP
Front Camera: 8 MP
Battery: 3340 mAH
Software: Hi Silicon Kirin 659
These were the Top 5 Smartphones that fits in your budget.

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June 25, 2009
We are sometimes afraid to look at our reflections.
Scared of what we may find.
See something that we did not want to see,
Something that we try hard not to see.
To know who I am I must face my mirrors,
To do the things I want most I first have to deal with my reflections.
The easiest thing is to look away,
The bravest thing is to go along with them.
June 19, 2009
lost for words
When feelings get hold of me,
Throw me back and forth without warning,
I can go from yellow to blue in a heartbeat,
I can lose my words in the turmoil,
I sit and stare,
Letting the wind pass, reshaping my surface.
It seems that I can't control them, my feelings,
Even though sometimes I try.
And I shouldn't.
The wind is my friend.
June 1, 2009
life time
We're always so worried about time.
"How long will this take", "When did that happen?"...
Birthdays, anniversaries,
Watches, calendars.
All make us remember exactly when everything happened,
While the actual truth is that no matter how you try,
The best and worst moments of our life
Cannot be measured by time.
Funny enough, after writing this I've discovered that
this is my 100th post in 3 years of blogging.
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Counsel to the plaintiff in oppression proceedings concerning the alleged fraudulent execution of a share transfer agreement. Successfully obtained an order setting aside a finding of contempt of court.
Counsel to the plaintiff employer in an action and an injunction to restrain former employees from the misuse of misappropriated confidential information.
Counsel to the defendant employer in an action and injunction concerning allegations of the misuse of confidential information by a former employee.
Counsel to PearTree Financial Services involving the unlawful use of confidential client information by a departing employee and former joint venture partner.
Counsel to BMO Nesbitt Burns in the successful defence at trial of an action by a former investment advisor involving allegations of deceit and breach of contract.
Counsel to CN in respect of an injunction seeking non-solicitation and non-use orders against a departing employee who removed and misused confidential information.
Counsel to BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. in an overtime class action brought by a former investment advisor on behalf of all BMO NBI investment advisors in Ontario.
Counsel to RBC on injunction, trial, appeal and at the Supreme Court of Canada in respect of an action against departing investment advisors for a competitor.
Counsel to employee defendants in an action alleging conspiracy and theft of confidential information. Successfully opposed motion for injunctive relief.
Counsel to a group of employees in a dispute with their former employer in relation to their resignations and subsequent employment with another company.
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Whether you want a stylish statement piece for your nursery, or comfy, practical seating for the home, the Babyletto Toco Swivel Glider and Stationary Ottoman set has you covered! Its modern wingback design conveys contemporary style, while its smooth gliding and 360-degree swivel motion add functional value. Paired with an included ottoman, it is the smart choice for style and comfort.
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Marigold cream
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for sensitive and irritation-prone skin
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Thanks to marigold extract content, the cream regenerates the skin and protects it from external factors. It's efficiency is supported by vitamin E.
Marigold cream excellently hydrates, softnes and nourishes the skin. It is recommended for dry and normal skin, especially when it's dehydrated and prone to irritations, wrinkles, chaps and redness.
Dermatologically tested.
Available packaging: 50 ml.
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Our Bluffton residential window washing crews are:
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City Clerk (permanent)
2307 Barada Street
Falls City NE 68355
Work: 402.245.2707
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Falls City NE 68355
Police Chief or Fire Chief (permanent)
2307 Barada Street
Falls City NE 68355
Police: 402.245.4422
Fire: 402.245.3555
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Falls City NE 68355
The Police & Fire Employment Selection Board has the duty to advertise for and review applicants, give tests, interview, evaluate and give recommendation to the City concerning employees of the Police and Fire Departments.
Through January – 4 Year Term
Brownville Concert Series
The mission of the Concert Series is to bring professional live performance to Southeast Nebraska. The program is varied and includes classical instrumental, Cabaret performances based on the American Songbook, Jazz (instrumental and vocal), Rock and Roll, Bluegrass, Vocal Recital, Opera and a specially commissioned Christmas Gala. Learn More
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What next?
You just had a great idea. Now what?
Your new innovative product hit the shelves today. What about tomorrow?
The statewide conference that you organized and hosted ended 15 minutes ago. Do you just go home now?
If you do something great, you should do something great again. In order to do this focus on how you think, not what you are thinking about, but also don't lose focus.
The great idea that your boss loved so much was not a result of you thinking about selling widgets, it was a bi-product of you thinking about why a customer would want to buy a widget and what you can do to make the buying process fun for the consumer. Your groundbreaking innovative product that revolutionized your industry came to life not because you were thinking about your current product line but because you thought about how you could meet a need that no one has met before. The statewide conference that you spent the last six months organizing to bring together elected officials, small business owners, financial institutions, and community activists together broke many barriers between industries due to the fact that you asked, " We have had 58 small businesses close statewide this year and not one reopen. How can we solve this problem?"
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Please join us on Sunday, March 3rd, 2019 at 3:00 p.m., St. Joseph's Parish, 174 Wilbrod Street, for Chamber Choir's special fundraising concert presentation of Stabat Mater, with string quintet accompaniment. The concert will be followed by a wine-and-cheese reception (cash bar) in the Parish Hall.
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Charming lass, isn't she? Looks like she could bite the head off a 16-penny nail.
She's intended to be a hanging of some sort, but I thought she looked better like this…
I debated between rice and crushed walnut shells…if she starts sprouting we'll know I didn't choose wisely. As she is now suits my mood just fine and it's been very cathartic stabbing her with my butterfly-head pins. Scary, ain't it?
Even though she's a whipped WIP, I do believe I'll link up to WiP Wednesday at freshly pieced.
Happy quilting, y'all and if you run into me, beware…I still got a lotta pins left 😉


text: Maureen Schafer PeckmanMaureen Schafer Peckman has led Cleveland Clinic Nevada as its Chief Emerging Business Officer since 2010. Cleveland Clinic established their presence in Las Vegas, Nevada in 2009 after Peckman, as the CEO of Keep Memory Alive (KMA), led the $100 million acquisition of the organization which today is known as the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health and its support organization KMA. As Chief Emerging Business Officer, Peckman coordinates future Nevada and western U.S. expansion, development and partnership opportunities for the Cleveland Clinic. Peckman joined KMA in 2007 as its Chief Operating Officer, during a time when the organization was in the first stages of an $80 million construction project with world renowned architect Frank Gehry. Over the next two years, Peckman was elevated to CEO and built an internal operations team that enabled construction and future medical operating requirements to be met. Nationally, Peckman is a member of the National Foundation for Fitness, Sports and Nutrition appointed by the Secretary of Health and Human Services in consultation with the leadership of the Congress and is an advisory member of the O'Connor Judicial Selection Initiative, a board founded and Chaired by former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor that protects judicial independence. Peckman is the Chairman of the Chairman's Council for Conservation International, an organization with a presence in 150 countries working to enhance human wellbeing and life on the planet in partnership with governments, institutions and corporations. She also leads a community-based leaders organization, the Council for a Better Nevada, an organization comprising Nevada's leading CEOs and industry leaders whose purpose is to engage private, public and non-profit sector resources to positively impact Nevada issues of critical community interest. Ms. Peckman has been member of the Nevada Commission on Homeland Security since 2003, whose mission is to advise the governor on matters pertaining to the prevention, mitigation and response to terrorism-related events. Locally, Peckman serves on the Agassi Charter Academy school board, Agassi Foundation, and is Chairman of the Nevada Community Foundation. Peckman graduated from the George Washington University in Washington D.C., where she pursued her undergraduate B.S. degree in Exercise Science in the School of Public Health and Human Services while on a soccer scholarship and was also a member of the women's lightweight varsity crew team. Past pursuits include competing in the Hawaii Ironman world championships, competitive cycling and ultra distance marathons. Born in Indiana and raised outside of Chicago, she has lived in Las Vegas since 1999 and has a daughter.


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Merry Merlot and the absolutely gorgeous Joyous Noel Designer Series Paper (DSP) make another appearance on the blog today. They are both highly addictive craft materials and once you start, you just can't stop crafting with them. This time I have teamed them with the amazing double sided Copper and Merlot ribbon & the Joyous … Continue reading Stars and Wishes
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Merry Merlot Christmas
A very simple card on the blog today, one to make if you're running out of time or perhaps want to mass produce them for family / friends. This card takes just 3 supplies plus ink and adhesive. Amazingly quick to make and can be reproduced in a number of colour ways! I chose to … Continue reading Merry Merlot Christmas
Many Merry Thanks
How gorgeous is the deer on this card? I couldn't wait to use it when I first opened the stamp set but wasn't sure what to do with it. Doing my usual browsing of Pinterest and other craft forums, I came across a card from a fellow demo Karen McClure using the Dashing Along Designer … Continue reading Many Merry Thanks
Candy Canes Everywhere!
Am I too early to be showing so much Christmas? Have any of you started your Christmas shopping yet? Or are you one of those who leave everything until Christmas Eve and do it last minute? Christmas is one of my favourite times of year, I love the lights, the glitter, the food - of … Continue reading Candy Canes Everywhere!
Real Red Santa Sack
Ho! Ho! Ho! Could I pull of being Santa? No? Ok, I'll stop. But what I won't stop doing is making these GORGEOUS Santa Sacks. In the Autumn / Winter Catalogue this year, the inclusion of the Santa Bags instantly made my eyes light up. They are absolutely adorable and so easy to stamp on. … Continue reading Real Red Santa Sack
Memories and Ho, Ho, Ho
We all love a quick project, one where we can put together a quick card in a few minutes when time is short. Or when a last minute request is sprung upon us.. Memories and more make the perfect cards with very little supplies or time needed. Combine this with the Memories and More cards … Continue reading Memories and Ho, Ho, Ho


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Animated Puzzle Effects PowerPoint Design
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NALS of Tucson & So. AZ is proud to host another
BOWLING FOR BACKPACKS Back-to-School Fundraiser
for local area schools as its fall social event on
Friday, August 3, 2012 from 6:30 to 8:30pm
at Lucky Strike Bowling Center located at
4015 East Speedway in Tucson AZ.
Cost is $15 per person, but persons bringing a backpack filled with school supplies will give them a discount of $2 off of admission cost.
Admission includes two hours of bowling and your shoe rental.
Up to 6 bowlers will be assigned to each lane, and a pizza and pitcher of soda will be provided for each lane of participants.
So help us help schoolchildren in need by joining us for this fun, fundraising event.
Download a list of suggested supplies HERE.
RSVP ONLINE HERE or DOWNLOAD THE FLYER to send to your friends and bring a team.
Families and friends are more than welcome... the more the merrier!
(More information about this event, and last year's event, can be found on our website HERE)
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Noah starring Russell Crowe and directed by Darren Aronofksy was a complete disappointment to the epic Bible story. Noah is chosen by God to complete a great task, to build an ark to save the animals, (and the human race, or so I thought.)The Bible states that Noah and his family was chosen because they were good people and didn't give in to the sins of the world.
This movie took that whole idea and concept away from the original story. I think everything went wrong for this movie, starting with Noah's son's Sham, Ham and Jabath. All of which were young boys and not men. In the bible they are men and already have wives.
Sham ends up with the adoptive daughter which means that she is Sham's non blood related sister,(a girl who Noah saves from being attacked, then raises her as his own.)
Then there is this whole war that is started by a villain, supposedly a descendent of Cain, Tubal-cain, played by Ray Winestone. Viewed as a king by the people, he demands to be saved and uses his army to wage war against Noah so he can take the ark. Noah's family is protected by fallen angels called Watchers.
The animals began to board the ark. The rains begin and Noah soon has a fallout with Ham as he looses a woman that he wanted to go with him.
lla played by Emma Watson is impregnated by Sham, not realizing it until they've spent weeks in the ark. The evil villain escapes the flood as he secretly boarded the ark during the attack.
Noah's family believes that they will have a chance to restart civilization, but Noah says the sin of the world will end with his family. Once he realizes that lla is pregnant, he plots to kill the baby so that he can uphold god's plan. The family is outraged and the young couple plan to escape the ark.
Their plan fails as Noah torches their little boat and the stress of that situation begins the onset of labor.
The Villain uses Noah's son as a ploy to influence Ham so he can kill his father. Tubal-cain wants to got Noah out-of-the-way,so that he can be the ruler of the people. Once the ark lands, and the doves seek a place to start over, a fight breaks out just as Noah discovers that the ark has been invaded by evil. The son defends his father and Tubal-cain is killed on the ark.
Twins are born on the ark and Noah can not bear to murder the innocent babies. They start a new life and the new earth is born.
Every time a new scene opened, the more I disliked this movie. I don't understand the reason why the writers would change the story to such a degree that makes it disturbing.
The villain was added for dramatic reasons. The purpose for Emma Watson's character was pointless and the storyline centered around her was inappropriate. Murder in the new world, killing babies, are all things that contradict the story in so many ways.
I grew up reading about Noah and the flood, and I just can't express enough, how disappointed I was. They even added Noah's grandfather Methuselah portrayed by Anthony Hopkins. The character presented could have been introduced better.
The special effects were good, but the story telling was just so bad. I did find myself wanting an even more detailed back-story on the watchers. That could have been developed better.
This role was not fitting for the cast, with the exception of Hopkins, and where did Noah find clippers to get his head shaved? Really?
I gave this movie 2 stars, not a box office must see.
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Noah "Movie Review
Posted in Fantasy literature, tagged Author of Swept into the darkness, Biblical movies, Fantasy writer Lataeya Lane, New Blog Post, Noah movie review, Reviews, Russell Crowe, Urban fantasy, Weekend Box office on April 6, 2014| 1 Comment »
Noah starring Russell Crowe and directed by Darren Aronofksy was a complete disappointment to the epic Bible story. Noah is chosen by God to complete a great task, to build an ark to save the animals, (and the human race, or so I thought.)The Bible states that Noah and his family was chosen because they were good people and didn't give in to the sins of the world.
Seinfeld Reunion Pitch
Posted in Fantasy literature, tagged Author Lataeya Lane, Jerry Seinfeld, NBC, NBC Comedy, Seinfeld Reunion Pitch, Swept Into The Darkness Author, Urban fantasy on January 15, 2014| Leave a Comment »
Seinfeld Reunion Pitch
Jerry and Elaine have been in a secret relationship for almost ten years. Jerry finally proposes and Elaine excepts. Jerry and Elaine get together to tell George and Kramer. They are shocked to find out that Jerry and Elaine are together.
The wedding plans are underway. The couple decides to have a destination wedding at resort in New Mexico. Jerry now has a major problem, choosing a best man. Both George and Kramer want the honor. George feels obligated because he is Jerry's Best Friend and Kramer just wants to feel important and involved. So they both compete against each other to prove to Jerry who the better man is.
So Jerry decides to make both of them the best man. George is responsible for getting the ring and planning the rehearsal dinner while Kramer is responsible for the bachelor party. Jerry makes a big mistake involving Kramer when he learns that the party entertainment consists of transgendered women. George looses the wedding ring and goes to an unlikely source to find a temporary replacement— from Newman. An uninvited Newman weasels his way into the wedding by blackmailing George.
Elaine decides to invite the list of women that Jerry has dated throughout the years to test his loyalty to her. Jerry feels awkward about the whole thing as several women approach him with past issues, Jerry is even seduced by some, but in the end remains faithful to Elaine. Jerry survives the bachelor party, and George manages to pass the ring off. Newman is viewed as a wedding crasher in Jerry's eyes, but all witness the couple happily Pledge their love for each other.
I hope you all enjoyed this piece. Just visualizing the characters experience this possible sinaro makes me laugh.
Swept into the Darkness book tour
Posted in Fantasy literature, tagged Amazon author, angels, Author Lataeya Lane, Barnes and Noble books, biblical fiction, CHRISTIAN FANTASY, Greek mythology, INDIE AUTHOR, kindle books, New Blog posts, nook books, PARNORMAL ROMANCE, Promotional book tours, SMASHWORDS.COM, supernatural, Swept into the Darkness book tour, Urban fantasy, Urban Fantasy books, Vampires on August 2, 2013| Leave a Comment »
My book tour for my angel vampire fantasy novel Swept into the Darkness: Chronicles of the Celestial book one, starts Monday August 5. Hosted by Promotional Book Tours, the tour will consist of several stops across the internet. I will be featured on blogs, have reviews of my book, and also be interviewed and guest posting throughout the tour. I am giving away an awesome prize, so stop by during my tour and enter the contest to win.
Links are included on the Promotional Book Tours web site, under Swept into the Darkness. Also I will post the link to my tour site every day of my tour.
I look forward to you all participating!
Swept in the Darkness book promotion and updates
Posted in Fantasy literature, tagged Amazon author, angels, Author Lataeya Lane, biblical fiction, fantasy books, goodreads author, Greek mythology, New Blog posts, new books, new books in fantasy, Paranormal romance, Promotional book tours, Self publishing, self publishing promotion, smashwords author, summer reading, supernatural, Swept Into The Darkness, upcoming book tours, Urban fantasy, Vampires on July 8, 2013| Leave a Comment »
My debut angel vampire fantasy novel, Swept into the Darkness: Chronicles of the Celestial book one was re-published June 2013. The book is available for purchase in eBook and paperback at Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble.
There is an upcoming book tour scheduled, beginning August 5th that will run for two weeks. The tour will be hosted by Promotional Book Tours. The tour prize is a 25.00 Amazon gift card. In the meantime there is a sumner promotional giveaway going on, hosted by goodreads. The promotion ends Sept 22, 2013, so head over to my book page and enter today to be a potential winner of a signed paperback.
Good Luck and happy reading.
Swept into the Darkness editing and upcoming tour
Posted in Fantasy literature, tagged Amazon books, biblical fiction, books about angels, Greek mythology, Lataeya Lane, New Blog Post, new books in fantasy, Paranormal romance, smashwords, swept into the book tour, swept into the darkness book release, Urban fantasy, Vampires on June 13, 2013| Leave a Comment »
My debut,angel vampire fantasy novel Swept into the Darkness was re-edited. Some basic corrections were made, and also there are some changes to the lay out of the book, but those changes don't take away from the story.
The book is in the process of being published. The paperback and eBook will be available within the following weeks. The actual date will be announced soon.
The process of re-editing was more intense than the first, second and third round of edits. There were parts of the story that were a better fit in other places, so there were times when whole sections had to be changed and put elsewhere.
It was a pleasure to work with my editor Dana, recommended by my tour hosts at Promotional Book Tours. She was very professional and always looked for my input and respected my work.
I will start the summer with a book tour hosted by Promotional book tours. The tour will begin July 5th and last two weeks. The tour will feature my book on various blogs, have book excerpts, and feature book reviews. The prize I am offering will be a $25.00 Amazon gift card.
I will also host a goodreads contest and giveaway which I will offer signed copies of my re-released book.
Other book promotions will be offered this summer and as soon as they develop further, I will announce them.
Happy Reading and Writing
Writing: A Passion from within
Posted in Fantasy literature, tagged Amazon author, angels, Author Lataeya Lane, biblical fiction, Dark Betrayal, New Blog Post, New Blog posts, new books, Swept Into The Darkness, Urban fantasy, Vampires, writing posts on April 19, 2013| 2 Comments »
Writing, creating characters, and magical storylines that take readers on unforgettable adventures is a passion that is deeply rooted within me.
Writing is a necessity for my life, just like air and water. It creates a happiness in me that nothing can replace.
When my pen touches the paper, I am transformed into the characters and situations that I create. I assume their lives to a degree that changes my connection to the outside world. It makes me more aware of the enviroments and the people within those environments. My imagination crosses the boarders of reality, giving me the ability to visualize supernatural beings in our world.
Writing and creating allows me to be open to the infinite possibilities that this world has to offer.
Embrace your creativity and be open.
Happy Reading and Writing!
Dark Betrayal: Chronicles of the Celestial Book Two
Posted in Fantasy literature, tagged Amazon books, angels, Author Lataeya Lane, biblical fiction, Chronicles of the celestial book two, New Blog Post, Paranormal romance, supernatural fantasy, Swept Into The Darkness Author, Urban fantasy, Vampires on April 15, 2013| 2 Comments »
The second book in my Chronicles of the Celestial series is called Dark Betrayal. The story continues as Sydney London fully embraces her heritage as a Nephilim. Even though she has defeated many of her enemies, she must now face the ultimate betrayal as she continues to defend the human race on the Earthly Realm. As she remains strong in her efforts to fight against the "Darkness" Sydney learns that the one person she is trying to save may not be the person she was meant to save. All the choices that Sydney make are important and her will to fight and survive is strong. Will the Betrayal be so devastating that it changes her mission? You will have to read to find out.
Dark Betrayal is darker than book one, because it takes the main character Sydney on a rollercoaster ride of experiences that reveal a whole new world of darkness that few magical beings have seen.
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Chic Please
There have only been a few horses to make the finals of both the NRHA and NRCHA Open Futurities. With Todd Bergen in the saddle, Chic Please (LTE $209,184) is among this small group with this elite accomplishment. In 1998, he became the NRHA Futurity Open Champion AND the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Open Reserve Champion. What does it take for a horse to be this polished athletically? It takes a lot of cow, big stops, a high level of reining ability and a special kind of mental makeup to be both a reining and cow horse superstar. It takes something else…it takes the promise of great genetics!
The sire of Chic Please is top industry performer and sire, Smart Chic Olena, NRHA Hall of Fame and Four Million Dollar Sire and AQHA World Champ in both cutting and reining! Smart Chic Olena is Smart Little Lena top producing offspring (and is the sire of offspring with earnings in excess of $10,400,000)
Chic Please is the sire of offspring with earnings in excess of $1,600,000 and he was the only sire with three offspring in NRCHA Open Futurity Finals in 2010.
Top Offspring include:
Arc Cat Her Please $127,159
More Magic Please $71,215
No Pleasin This Chic $66,289
Arc Hollys Chicadee $65,263
Dixie Chic Please $54,281
Ima Chic Please $50,599
Chic Please is owned by: Solum Brothers, LLC.
Dunnits Gold King
An own son of Hollywood Dun It with NRHA Hall of Famer Continental King on the bottom side. 2004 AQHA World Show qualifier in Jr. Reining and Jr. Working Cow Horse. 2005 AQHA World Show Qualifier in Jr. Working Cow Horse. 5th in the Nation--2004 AQHA Open Working Cow Horse Points. 3rd in the Nation--2004 AQHA Jr. Working Cow Horse points. NRHA Money Earner--winner in Open & Ltd. Open. FQHR Open Versatility Champion & Jr. Open High Point Horse. WFQHA Open Versatility Champion--Jr. Open High Point Horse/Jr. Open All-Around Champion. AQHA ROM. In 2006, he won 6 World Championships and 2 Reserves at the 2006 World Foundation Quarter Horse Alliance World Show in Columbia, Missouri!
Foals are AQHA Incentive Fund eligible.
Dunnits Gold King is owned by Hatfield Paints and Quarter Horses.
Hollywood Vintage
$156,138 LTE, Hollywood Vintage is also the
ONLY son of Hollywood Dun It to be an NRHA Open Futurity Champion.
An amazing stallion, he carries these additional accomplishments:
NRHA Int. Open Derby Reserve Champion, SWRHA Open Futurity Co-Reserve
Champion, West Coast Spectacular Open Derby Champion, CA Challenge Open
Derby Reserve Champion, Hollywood Royale Open Reserve champion, NRHA
Futurity CRIO Team Champion, USEF Open Qualifier , AQHA ROM.
Listolena is back in training with Keith Marquadt of Colorado and is
winning Open Cutting competitions! An own son of Doc's Hickory and
carries the blood of multiple superstars and champion producers. 2 time
AQHA World Show Qualifier placing in the top 10. AQHA ROM in Working
Cow Horse. NRCHA Certificate of Ability. NRCHA Money Earner. SRCHA Fort
Dodge Classic Open Bridle Champion. Sagebrush Slide Open Bridle--3rd.
SWRCHA Open Bridle Reserve Champion. Half brother to Just Plain Cat, 2006
World's Greatest Horseman mount. Foals are NRBC eligible.
Lopin Slow
Multi-Discipline Accomplishments Include: 550 AQHA Points (296 Western Pleasure Points). 4 Superiors (in Western Pleasure, Western Riding, Hunter Under Saddle and All-Around). He has won 56 AQHA All-Around Championships. 4 X Superhorse Contender. 16 X World Show Qualifier. 1999 High Point 2 Year Old Western Pleasure Stallion in the Nation. 2001 High Point Western Riding Stallion in the Nation. 2001 High Point Jr. All Around Stallion in the Nation. 5 X Honor Roll Top Ten.
Sire of:
Owned by The Lopin Slow Partnership.
Matt Dillon Dun It
The only son of Hollywood Dun It to win money in the Reining, Cow Horse, and Cutting arenas. Matt Dillon Dun It has numerous accomplishments including: 2005 AQHA World Champion Senior Working Cow Horse. Earner of $153,551 and 51.5 AQHA Points. AQHA ROM earning 39.5 reining points, 12 working cow horse points. 2006 Reserve Champion of the NSHA World's Richest Stockhorse Competition. 2006 USEF Reining Champion. 2000 NRHA Limited Open Futurity Reserve Champion and finalist in the Open and Intermediate Open Futurities. 2000 Equi-Stat #2 All-Age Limited Open Reining Horse. 2001 Finalist in the National Reining Breeders Classic Open Derby. 2004 NRHA Derby USEF Open Reining Champion. NRBC Open Derby. 2004 FEI CRI World Reining Masters Champion and brought home the Gold for the United States. Open Bridle Reserve Champion and Open Two-Rein Reserve Champion at the 2005 NRHA Futurity. Finalist at the 2006 World's Greatest Horseman competition.
Foals of Matt Dillon Dun It are AQHA Incentive Fund and NRBC eligible.
He is owned by Bill and Esther Jackson, 3 Peaks Ranch.
Roosters Wrangler
Roosters Wrangler is an NRHA Open Futurity Reserve Champion by the legendary $3.7 Million Dollar sire Gallo Del Cielo (Rooster) out of the mare Hustlers Sugar, an NRHA Leading Producer. His accomplishments include:
He is the sire of offspring with earnings in excess of $47,700 (as of 2008.) HIS FIRST FIVE PERFORMERS HAVE EARNED MONEY in the NRHA, NCHA & NRCHA and include the following:
Foals eligible for AQHA Incentive Fund and the NRBC.
Owned by Mosing & Solum Stables, LLC.
Self Shine
An own son of the legendary Shining Spark and out of the great reining mare Fancy Jac, Self Shine has been selected by top ten reining trainer, Brent Wright, as the one stallion he desired to own as well as promote. As a beginning performer in 2006, Self Shine earned NRHA winnings of $57,945, NRHA Open Futurity-7th, NRHA Open Prime Time Reserve Champion, NRHA Open Derby-7th & Prime Time Derby Reserve Champion, the 2005 Tulsa Classic Open-3rd and 7 AQHA Open Performance points. In 2007, he placed in the top 10 at the NRHA Open Futurity, qualified for the AQHA World and placed in the Top Ten in Open Jr. Reining. His sire, Shining Spark, is the sire of get earning in excess of $5 million. His dam, the very popular Fancy Jac (by Hollywood Jac), is a NRHA Open Reserve Champion and earner of $77,900.
Foals are AQHA Incentive Fund and NRBC eligible.
Owned by Brent Wright, Phillip Solum and David Solum, Self Shine LLC.
Smart Lil Shiner
With a gorgeous horse, tremendous
ability and a pedigree laced with Quarter Horse legends and significant
performers, Smart Lil Shiner holds the following accomplishments to date:
AQHA Reserve World Champion Junior Heeling;
Winner of 2 Reserve
All-Around Championships; 2005 AQHA World Show Junior Working Cow Horse &
Junior Heading Qualifier; Performance ROM, earning in excess of 75 AQHA
Points in Working Cow Horse, Heading and Heeling; earner of $7,584. His
sire, Smart LilMixer, is the earner of 232 AQHA points and $7,246; AQHA
National Senior Reining Leader; Superior Reining; Superior Heeling and
much, much more.
This exciting performer's foals are AQHA Incentive Fund, NRBC and Nebraska Rope Horse Futurity and Nebraska Breeder's Futurity eligible.
Owned by Jeff Avaritte.
Starbucks Sidekick
FLASH! Starbucks Sidekick has been named the No. 13 out of 100 Top Reining Performers in the November 15, 2007 issue of Quarter Horse News.
This stallion's
accomplishments include: NRHA LTE of $193,647, 2006 World Equestrian
Games Team USA Gold Medalist, 49
AQHA points, NRHA Derby Open Reserve Champion; split 5th, NRBC Open;
Congress Reining Futurity Open champion; split 4th, NRHA Derby Open;
finalist in the NRHA Futurity Open; split 5th, AQHA World Show Jr.
Reining; split 3rd, Gordyville Breeders Cup Derby Open; KRHA Sunflowr
Slide Futurity Open Co-Champion. This exceptional athlete has
been a finalist every time shown. His bloodlines are among the best in
the industry-including such notables as Grays Starlight, Smart Little
Lena, and Hollywood Dun It.
Ticket To Starfire
This is a
sensational young stallion in performance, conformation, disposition and
pedigree. His accomplishments include: 2006
AQHA World Champion Junior Heading, AQHA World 4th Place Junior Heeling
and Tied for AQHA Reserve Super Horse, Superior Heading, Superior
Heeling and a National Rope Horse Futurity Open Champion!!!
He also has points in the Reining and Working Cow Horse. His sire, With
All Probability, is a World Champion, 2005 AQHA Super Horse and the
ALL-TIME leading point earning stallion earning in excess of 18,000 AQHA
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'As You Wish', the novella I wrote for the Good Reads 'Love is an Open Road' event has now been published. I cannot find the words to express what a wonderful experience working with the M/M Romance group #DRITC team has been. The editor I worked with, Barb, and the proof readers have been amazing and I have learned so much from them.
This was the first time I had ever written from a story prompt. I had always shied away from it before because I didn't want to be limited by the remit of the prompt. But the prompt photo, featuring two men in Highland dress, and the accompanying letter, requesting that their story be told… and must be FUNNY, grabbed my attention.
The day before i saw the prompt, I had what i call a 'flash dream'- I have these regularly, they are basically a scene popping into my head. I could be out shopping, or doing the laundry or out on a walk, and I see the scene so clearly I have to rush home and write it down. The scene I wrote the day before, became the opening scene in the airport in 'As You Wish' where my characters Sam and Declan met for the first time..and the rest of the book wrote itself . I'm guessing divine inspiration was at play here! I was amazed. I still am amazed by the fact that a prompt inspired such an enjoyable, funny, sexy love story, AND has spawned what i hope to be a series. I love the characters of Sam and Declan like they are old friends. I want to share what happens next, so bad… #am writing
1 wedding, 2 best men, one hell of a love story!
Declan Ramsay's brother Oliver was marrying Annabelle Aiken at a fairy tale Castle on the banks of Loch Ness in Scotland. The bride and groom decided, so that he didn't feel left out, Annabelle's gay younger brother Sam Should share the best man duties with Declan.
Declan had never met the kid who was to be his joint best man.
Sam Aiken was abroad, working as an interpreter and finishing his studies. He wouldn't meet Declan until a few days before the wedding, so the best men communicated and planned their speech by email for more than a year.
But on meeting Sam Aiken, Declan is surprised to realise the kid isn't a kid at all, but a tall, blond and athletic young man. Declan is sure he's straight, so he's alarmed by the ferocious attraction he feels for Sam. And as the attraction is reciprocated, the events at Dunloch Castle change everything Declan has ever believed about himself.
But is Samuel Aiken all that he appears to be?
Here's a short excerpt
"Sam watched as the kilt was secured around Declan's waist. Fuck Braveheart… Declan's sex appeal just went through the roof, in Sam's mind. Sam didn't know what it was about the donning of a kilt that made him want to launch himself at Declan and pin him to the floor. He bit his own knuckle to mute his desire. "Nice skirt," Sam jested, his eyes sparkling with laughter.
"Are ye lookin' for a slapped arse?" Declan spat defensively.
"Now… there's a thought!" Sam snickered, dodging Declan's lunge and heading to the wardrobe to retrieve his own kilt.
"Seriously, never call it a skirt. I've known many men to get their arses kicked for sayin' that —" Declan warned. "— and ye have such a lovely arse, I'm no done with it yet!" he added affectionately."


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18 Best Camping Sites in the KZN | Durban, South Coast, Drakensburg, etc - 2019
With a multitude of leisure options to choose from, camping in KwaZulu Natal will keep you endlessly entertained. If you're looking to tan on the beach, hike the surrounding mountain ranges or even visit a crocodile park, then KZN is the place to be.
Choosing where to camp can be tricky when you're trying to balance your budget and ideal location.
Whether you're looking for a place for the whole family, or you just want a romantic getaway for two, then this list is perfect for you. We've scouted some ideal diving, fishing and green scenery spots perfect for any camping journey.
Placed right next to the Weenen Game Reserve, you'll encounter some of KZN's beautiful animals such as the black-backed jackal, white and black Rhino and Zebras.
This little town is filled with historical buildings, including the Voortrekker homestead Museum and the Dutch Reformed Church to name a few. This season, try out these few things to do in Weenen with your family and friends.
Zingela Safari and River Company
This park is filled with so many activities and a variety of accommodation to choose from. Choose between catered accommodation or self catered accommodation.
There are seven available units to stay at on the campsite. They have special packages for catered groups larger than 20 people. Guests self-catering can book optional meals and activities.
There are loads of activities to keep you and your family entertained. These include activities such as abseiling, paint balling, rafting, fly-fishing and safari quads.
- Cost:
- R750 (Catered)
- R375 (Self-catered)
- R100 Children u12 half price and preschoolers . Babies no charge.
- Where: Weenen, 3325, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
- Google maps pin: here
- More info: Here
Things to do in Weenen:
- Take a trip to The Karkloof forest
- See the tranquility at Inanda mountain viewpoint
- Visit Botha's Hill, Valley of 1000 Hills
- Journey to The Bluff's Headland
- Explore Crocodile Centre St Lucia
- Visit the Weenen Game Reserve
On the East Coast of KZN, you'll stumble across the beautiful untouched beaches of Sodwana. Home to Zululand wilderness and coastal sand dunes, Sodwana is a leisurely paradise waiting for you to tap into..
Coral Divers
If you want an under-the-sea experience on your camping journey with your family or scuba diving friends, Coral Divers is the place.
You'll experience what it's like to swim with 1 200 known species of fish in the reef and even shower in the sunlight in your cosy cabin.
This resort is the closest to Sodwana Bay beach. You can order a tent or a cabin for your stay at the resort (whichever suits your pocket). For those who'd prefer to steer clear of the waters, relaxing at the Coral bar for drinks, coffee bar, or takeaways is the perfect option.
- Cost:
- R235 Safari tent
- R380 Standard Cabin
- R575 Standard Cabin & Private Bathroom
- R800 Ensuite Cabin per night each
- Where: Camp F, iSimangaliso Wetlands Park, Sodwana, Mbazwana, 3974
- Google pin: here
- More info: Here
Things to do in Sodwana Bay
- Walk the shoreline to Mseni Beach Lodge
- Visit Sodwana Bay National Park
- Pop in at Jesser Point Lighthouse
- Explore Da Blue Juice in a boat
If you've been to Durban before, you'll know that its warm water and golden coastline make it the ideal holiday getaway.
It's also home to some renowned tourist attractions including, Ushaka Marine World and the Moses Mabhida Stadium! Here are some places you definitely need to your camping to-do list.
Bluff Eco Park
Situated just ten minutes away from central Durban, the Bluff Eco Park is close to the beach, fitted with paddling pools and a natural tidal pool.
The entertainment area will get you excited with DSTV on site, old school board games, a dart board and pool table.
If you're looking for a rustic feel, Bluff Eco Park has eco cabins for two people and four people. The kitchens are in walking distance and no smoking is allowed in rooms.
The eco dorms take up to 24-60 people for youth groups. Caravan and camping sites share electricity and water points and toilets are central to your man-made cabin.
- Cost:
- R840 Camper cabin
- R380 Eco cabins
- R95 Camping & caravanning
- R190 Eco dorm (24 people)
- Don't forget to bring your ID
- Where: 55 Grays Inn Road, Bluff, Durban 4052, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Google pin: here
- More info: Here
Things to do in Durban
- Go swimming at Ushaka Marine World
- See the animals at the Mitchell Park Zoo
- Get lucky at the Sunset Casino and Entertainment World
- Breathe in the beauty at Durban Botanical Gardens
- Unravel your adventure at Brainstorm Escape Room
Illovo beach
Situated 30 km from Durban, Illovo beach is the furthest thing from a buzzing urban area.
It's a beautiful escape from urban life filled with tranquility and provides an ideal escape from the hustle of everyday life.
The beach offers a great fishing spot for you to catch the beauty of the ocean and the kobs, garricks or cads fish.
Villa Spa Holiday Resort
This tropical villa resort is filled with fun vibes for the family. The resort is situated on five acres of luscious land and has four camping sites you can choose from.
You're also allowed to bring your caravans, campervans, motorhomes or tents.
Their services include in-house entertainment in season as well as tourist information making sure that there is a good relationship between, camper and the villa. This can be your home away from home.
- Cost:
- R750 for two people (980 Plettenberg Chalet)
- R800 for two people (1220 Plettenberg Chalet)
- R950 for two people (Log/cabins and houses/villas)
- R160 adults per day (caravan and camping sites)
- Where: Illovo Beach Rd, Illovo Beach, Kingsburgh, 4126
- Google map in here
- More info: Here
Known for its beautiful Azaleas that bloom in spring, Pietermaritzburg is set in the heart of the Natal Midlands.
Only 45-minutes away from Durban, you have no excuse not to escape with friends or family begging you to camp with them.
Ovaflo Resort
Neighbouring the Albert Falls you'll find the Ovaflo Resort. If you want to spoil your family with the beauty of nature, fishing and picnics, then this resort is the place.
Their rooms are situated on the banks of the river and are all suited for self-catering accommodation. They have braai facilities, a bonfire area, kiddies area, a tuck shop and many more facilities on site.
Ovaflo offers canoe races, rallies, youth camps, weddings, private functions as well as bird watching, the Albert Falls Dam and so much more. You're not allowed to bring your pets to the venue.
- Cost:
- R80 per person per night
- R20 for day and night visitors
- R200 Double rooms on river bank per night
- Where: Ovaflo Resort, D73, Cramond, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu Natal, 3201
- Google pin here
- More info: Here
This town is on the sunny side of the coastline in KZN and is home to a surplus of activities and things to do.
The warm Indian Ocean flows across the coastline with some tropical fish and coral reefs. This city is surrounded by beaches, including Shelly Beach, Uvongo Beach, and Ramsgate Beach, just to name a few.
Big Tree Cabins and Camping
If you're looking for a Crocodile Dundee feel, the Big Tree is the place to be. With a crocodile farm, cabins and hundreds of trees around you, you'll be sure to get that jungle feeling.
The campsite consist of two cabins that are self-catering and three caravans with a gas stove, fridge and the necessary kitchen utensils for up to four people per camp.
You do not have to worry about parking at the venue as it will be made available to you. Big Tree offers horse riding, wine tasting, satellite TV, swimming, game drives and many more exciting things to do.
- Cost:
- R500 per unit for three people (cabin)
- R750 per unit for six people (cabin)
- R400 per unit for four people (caravans)
- Where: 1939 Farewell Street, Ramsgate, Margate, KZN, 4285
- Google map pin: here
- More info: Here
Margate Caravan Park
The Margate resort is surrounded by pure tranquility and a relaxed atmosphere. You'll get to see the tropical gardens and beautiful landscape of Margate's coast.
The park offers a variety of activities such as swimming, a game room, mini golf, laundry facilities, partially shaded sites and public telephones.
There are loads of attractions for the whole family, including snorkeling, birding, squash, casino, restaurants and bowling just to name a few.
- Cost:
- R90 per adult per night
- R45 per child per night
- Where: 12 Valley Rd, Margate, 4275
- Google pin here
- More info: Here
Things to do in Margate
- See the pretty butterflies at Butterfly Valley
- Swim in the ocean at Lucien Beach
- Experiencing diversity at the Margate Arts Museum
- Grab a bite at Keg and Galleon
Richards Bay
Forming the gateway to Zululand and Maputaland, you'll see the beautiful scenery and unspoilt beaches of Richards Bay.
You'll get to canoe, swim in the ocean, take a drive down town, go bird watching and enjoy art galleries.
Richards Bay is relatively close to Gauteng, so if you're wanting to escape the city life, take a drive to Richards Bay and enjoy the blue waters.
Richards Bay Caravan Park
This park is ideal for family fun, relaxation, fishing, swimming and making friends with your neighbors.
Surrounded by tropical essence and a great location, the park has braai areas and electrical power points with water taps nearby.
The teens and tots will be occupied with games, face painting and evening programmes so they'll never have to be bored on the trip. It's wheelchair friendly too.
- Cost:
- R180 adult
- R100 children
- R90 pensioner
- R90 student
- Extra stand R180
- Where: CNR Krewelkring & Hibberd Drive, Meerensee, Richards Bay
- Google map pin: here
- More info: Here
Things to do in Richards Bay
- Take a peek at the glamourous Umfolozi Hotel, Casino and Convention Resort
- Get to see the animals at Enseleni Nature Reserve
- Visit Pelican Island
- Get to know who the sugar farmers are at Empangeni Art and Cultural History Museum
Famous for its mountain scenery, the Drakensberg forms a natural border between Lesotho and KwaZulu Natal and is well-known for its snow-capped appearance in the winter.
It's home to waterfalls, rock pools, mountain streams, caves and crisp mountain air. Staying here brings breathing space for you to unwind.
There are many hiking trails as well as horse trails, canopy tours, white water rafting, abseiling and local arts and crafts stores.
Mountain Splendour Eco-Resort
If you're all about being eco-friendly, enjoying mountain bike rides and spending time with the family, then this campsite is for you.
You can choose which hiking trail you wish to venture on when you're at the resort. For camping, you can bring your caravan or tent with your family of six to eight people per site.
You'll receive a cup of tea on arrival and scones are served daily. For your camping site you'll receive free freezer space, one braai area and 15 amp plug point. The staff will assist you on site if you need help with setting up your tent.
- Cost:
- R158 adults
- R79 children
- A range of storage costs are included
- Where: Annasrust Farm, D19, Cathkin Park, Winterton, 3340
- Google pin: here
- More info: Here
The Royal Natal Mahai campsite
This campsite has been dubbed South Africa's first cultural and natural world heritage site that forms part of the Maloti-Drakensberg Park.
The park accommodates 400 caravanners and campers with ablution blocks, a communal wash area and electric plug points.
For all the hikers out there, you'll enjoy walking the Mahai trail (after you've registered) as well as horse riding, trout fishing and of course, swimming.
Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge
Do you want to feel what it's like to live in the isolated mountains at the foot of Sentinel Peak? Then this is the place for you.
Witsieshoek is ideal for families, hikers and large or small groups visiting the area. When you wake up you'll experience the beauty of the Northern Drakensberg around you.
They have four different sites, chalets with eight units, large bungalows with six units, standard bungalows with six units and hikers cabin with six rooms. Activities include bird watching, rock climbing and local arts and crafts.
- Cost:
- R635 per person per night sharing (standard bungalow)
- R700 per person per night sharing (large bungalow)
- R420 per person per night sharing (hikers cabin)
- R795 per person per night sharing (chalets, 8 units)
- Where: Phuthaditjhaba, 9870
- Google pin: here
- More info: Here
Dargle Forest Lodge
Want to go bird watching, hiking, cycling, mountain biking and stargazing?
Then Dargle Forest Lodge is the perfect camping destination. Dargle Forest Lodge is situated overlooking Dargle Valley, Inhlosane Mountain and the natural forest.
The Midlands is just a scenic drive away. With a beautiful rustic view and feel, Dargle offers self-catering cabins, glamping cabins and camping space for your tent and a date with nature.
The self-catering cabins sleeps four people and includes basic crockery and cutlery as well as linen and towels.
Glamping cabins sleeps four people and includes a double bed, sleeper couch, fan, plug point, water bucket with tap, small counter for cooler box storage and meal prep, linen and towels. It does not include gas bottles, stove facilities, cutlery and crockery and en-suite bathrooms but public ablutions are available.
For camping between the pines, there are no electric points. You may bring your own gas bottles and cooking equipment.
They have a communal lapa area with braai facilities, kids play area, bonfire pit and an uncovered furnished area for relaxing.
- Cost:
- R650 per cabin per night (Self-catering cabins)
- R450 per cabin per night (Glamping cabins)
- R80 per person per night (Camping)
- Where: Impendle
- Google map pin here
- More info: Here
Things to do in Drakensberg
- Go wine tasting in Champagne Valley
- Go on a birding tour up Sani Pass
- Go hiking at Sinclair's Cave Hike
- Have some tea at Maple Gardens Tea Garden
The leafy suburb of Glenmore will have you enjoying the beachside town of the South-West close to central Durban and Glenwood.
Glenmore is easily accessible using the city centre's bus routes close to Glenwood and Westville. Glenmore makes you feel at home and allows you to escape from the noise and the city life.
If you're looking for tranquil beauty and relaxation, then head down to Glenmore for the best camping journey.
Mittenwald Caravan Park
With so many tranquil beauties to choose from in and around KZN, Mittenwald Caravan Park is definitely one of them.
The grassy-green shrine with its indigenous trees creates the peaceful village of Munster.
Glenmore is located close to the main bathing beach in Glenmore as shark nets and lifeguards are on duty for your safety. The golf course, casino and water park is a short drive from the Wild Coast Sun.
For your enjoyment you can go on a hike at Umtamvuna Nature Reserve, go horse riding in Trafalgar and at the Wild Coast Sun Resort 6 kms south of Port Edward.
It has many rocky pools, ideal for kids to splash around in. There are braai facilities on site as well as a recreational hall, children's play area, partial sea view, swimming pool, laundry room, ablutions, electrical and water sites.
You're allowed to bring your pets to the park on low seasons and by prior arrangement.
- Cost:
- R190 per person per night
- R80 persons joining per night
- R40 additional car per night
- Laundry per 5 kg no charge
- Where: Munster Road, Munster, KZN, South Africa
- Google map pin here
- More info: here
Castaways Holiday Resort
If you're looking for a quiet and relaxing venue with a breathtaking view, then Castaways is the ideal place for your holiday vacation.
With tranquil surroundings, you and your family can enjoy, relax and unwind with many activities to keep you busy.
Castaways boasts magnificent shaded sites for tents or caravans with electricity and spotless, ablution facilities. All of the self catering units have TVs in them. Their chalets accommodates up to six people comfortably.
Their recreational hall has a licensed bar, tuck shop, ice machine, coin operated laundromat, pool tables, darts and table tennis for hours of fun. The hall is available for conferences on request.
- Cost:
- R450 4 sleeper (Chalets)
- R500 per campsite (Campsites)
- R50 extra car
- Where: Castaways Holiday Resort, Lot 747, Monty Sawyer Drive, Munster, South Coast, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
- Google map pin here
- More info: here
Imagine ocean sunrises, long walks on the beach, surfing and even watching the dolphins swim by in one place? You can make your camping dream destination come true by visiting Umtentweni.
There are restaurants, shops, banks and other facilities close by with Port Shepstone being 2 km away as well as Shelly Beach being 10 km away from Umtentweni.
Umtentweni is in the centre of a perfect view of the whales, dolphins, sardines and passing ships.. Visit Umtentweni to experience what it's like being far from the buzzing crowds and tap into the beauty of nature.
Umtentweni Caravan Park
Situated on the Mtentweni lagoon banks lies the peaceful Umtentweni Caravan Park. Experience what it's like to go fishing, canoeing and windsurfing in nature's beauty at this camping site.
There are two self-catering caravans and chalets for hire at the park. No animals are permitted.
For fun and games there is a large grassed area perfect for sports games as well as a trampoline, children's play park, swimming pool and organised events in season.
There are more activities including table tennis, pool tables, volleyball courts, darts, games rooms, a TV room with DSTV and a communal braai area for organised braais. Canoes are available and you can fish in both the river and the sea.
For those who like friendly chats and get-togethers check out the Shark's Cove Pub, ideally situated on the riverbank under thatch is the ultimate.
The Wild Coast Casino, Oribi Gorge, The Crocodile Farm, nightlife, restaurants, pubs, sports bars, golf courses, Port Shepstone, Shelly Beach and Margate are only a short drive away.
- Cost:
- R180 per person per night
- R90 per person per night
- R80 day visitors
- R30 per day (low season) no dogs allowed in high season
- R30 extra car per day
- Where: 38 Link Road, Umtentweni, Port Shepstone
- Google map pin here
- More info: here
With a breathtaking view of the Indian Ocean beach and sand dunes, Southbroom gives you the chance to witness the swimming beaches and coastal walks for your leisure.
Southbroom has a bowling and tennis club for you to enjoy. There are shopping facilities in the towns of Shelly Beach, Ramsgate and Margate.
Paradise Holiday Resort
With indigenous trees on a hill and a Blue flag swimming beach,Paradise Holiday Resort is the ideal getaway. It is 2.5 km from Marina Beach and 10 minutes south of Margate.
The caravan park, with 40 superb grassed sites with electrical points situated under magnificent indigenous trees, has a 3-star grading. There are 16 Plettenberg park homes and eight luxury log cabins, all fully equipped and serviced.
Paradise offers activities such as volleyball, swimming, kiddies playground, trampoline, outdoor chess, TV room, pool table,tennis, darts and organised fun events during peak seasons.
Paradise offers a host of indoor and outdoor recreational facilities and the resort has 24-hour security.
Paradise Holiday Resort is within reach of a multitude of amenities such as Shelly Centre, South Coast Mall, a host of restaurants, pubs, galleries and many more attractions.
- Cost:
- R500 Chalets (1-5)
- R600 Cabins (2 sleepers)
- R400 Caravans (2 persons)
- No pets allowed in December holidays
- Where: Main South Coast Rd, Canaan, Southbroom, 4277
- Google map pin here
- More info: here
Pumula is situated along the seaside villages that form part of the popular Hibiscus coast that has managed to retain something of the wilderness one expects from sub-tropical coast on the Indian Ocean.
Pumula has a natural wild beauty, thick-green vegetation and a sandy beach.
You don't have to go anywhere if just staring at the beautiful scenery whilst eating your picnic is your thing.
If you'd prefer to remain close to the coast, there is also a crocodile farm, bird parks, the Wild Coast Casino and a number of golf courses in the area offer a good round of golf.
Lalanathi Caravan Park
Catch a break and get relaxed at the Lalanathi Caravan Park. With it being only 60 minutes from Durban, you'll get to experience the majestic tidal pools and the unspoilt beach close by.
They offer 45 well-spaced, shaded and level grassed stands within a fully fenced, electrified and secured area. There are ablutions are site and three self catering units, sleeping up to five persons each.
The units each offer a fridge/freezer, microwave, crockery and cutlery. Catch a break and have fun at the Lalanathi Caravan Park and get in touch with yourselves and the relaxed, natural environment.
Bring your tent, caravan or motorhome and let your lovely hosts Charlotte and Barry help you enjoy your stay to its fullest. They can help you choose from the two park homes.
The park spoils you with magnificent scenery, great fishing, beautiful beach walks or a relaxation session around the campfire.
Entertainment is available for the whole family, such as volleyball, swimming pool, trampoline and a lapa with a big screen TV, DSTV, pool table and darts for the teens.
- Cost:
- R140 per person per night
- 2-12 half price
- R20 extra car per day
- R30 day visitors
- R170 Easter holidays per person per night
- R720 December school holidays for four persons per night (i.r.o age)
- Where: Station Rd, Melville, Port Shepstone, 4230
- Google map pin here
- More info: here
Forming part of the Umdoni coast of KZN, you'll find the beachy Pennington. The peaceful immaculate beaches, safe tidal pools and bays will leave you unwinding and relaxing.
If fishing or golf is not your thing, you can enjoy scuba diving, snorkeling, horse riding on the beach and bird watching and is also home to the Village mall with convenience stores, estate agents and restaurants.
River Valley Resort and Caravan Park
A beautiful and sunny self catering holiday accommodation destination. River Valley Resort is set in the South Coast of KwaZulu Natal, 68 km from Durban, 12 km from Scottburgh and 3 km from Pennington central.
There are 25 campsites to choose from and each site has 16 amp electricity. There are 10 water points within close proximity of all the sites.
River Valley Resort consist of five two-bedroom chalets and 25 shady caravan camp sites.
The activities at the resort include a swimming pool, a games room and a children's playground. There are three golf courses available, deep sea fishing, bird watching, scuba diving and shark cage diving.
There are beaches 2-5 minutes away such as Kelso, Pennington, Nkomba and Scottburgh beach.
- Cost:
- R700 minimum 3 nights stay per person per night (Chalets)
- R310 3 nights stay per person per night (Kingfisher)
- R95 adults per person per night (Caravan camping)
- R55 children per person per night (Caravan camping)
- Where: Corner of Cod Crescent and Dolphin Drive, Pennington, 4184
- Google map pin here
- More info: here
Things to do in Pennington
- Taste quality craft beers at Basset Breweries
- Play golf at Selborne Park
- Take a swim at Kelso Beach
Top 10 Camping Essentials:
Not sure what to pack? Don't fret because we've got just the list you need to make sure camping in the beautiful garden province is nothing short of perfect.
Make a checklist of all the things you'll need to make sure you don't leave any essentials behind.
Every campground offers different services and degrees of development that can affect what you bring. These are your top necessities for camping.
- Shelter
- Tents, caravans, campervans and motorhomes
- Food and food storage
- Perishable food needs to be kept chilled on camp. Most perishables are lighter to carry than the non-perishable food (tinned-food). You can bring along a small fridge if you wish, also depending on which campsite you're visiting. Some campsites have food-storage for your disposal.
- Sleeping bags
- This applies to outdoor camping as well as those that wish to sleep in their sleeping bags at the cabin/bungalow.
- Cooking gear
- Carry lightweight aluminium pots with you and cutlery and crockery for your stay. You'd need to come prepared for self-catering.
- Insect repellent and sunscreen
- You can never have too much of these. To keep the bugs away, the best option is citronella candles, Tabard lotion or spray and bug zappers. For your skin, we'd suggest you use a spray or lotion with SPF in it.
- First aid kit
- We all know that camping sometimes invites some f injuries and being prepared when you're away from civilisation is vital. Never leave the house without a fully stocked first aid kit.
- Fire starting gear
- A campfire is much easier to get started if you have the right equipment to start it such as barbeque lighter or long matches, kindling in the form of newspaper and a small hatchet (axe)
- Clean-up and garbage disposal items
- Bring along black bags and plastic bags for disposal. There may not be bins where you're travelling.
- Proper clothing
- Be sure to pack for the weather and don't always trust the forecast. Bring a few extra items if you think the weather wants to play games on you.
- Water
- We don't want to waste any water so pack in as much as you can. You're going to need this when you're hiking on your trip.
So if you're ready to ride the waves, get a beautiful tan, eat, drink and have fun, then KZN is the place for your holiday. There are many tranquil campsite to choose from and many coastal drives to take to reach your perfect destination.
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It won't be an easy fix for Stanford football
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Turning the corner. It's been the proverbial goal of Stanford football since 2002. But now, with the program off to its first 0-3 start in 19 years, is the corner even in sight?
It would not seem so. Pulling this program out of the muck of four straight losing seasons is obviously going to take more than a sparkling new stadium. And it's going to take more time than anyone might have hoped, to judge from Stanford's poor play, costly mistakes, lopsided scores and second-guessing.
"We haven't played good enough," Stanford coach Walt Harris said. "We haven't done the things you do to win football games; we've done the things you do to lose football games. That's the bottom line."
The reasons for Stanford's unpleasant start -- a blowout loss at Oregon, a 35-34 defeat at San Jose State after leading by 20 in the first half and last week's 37-9 loss to Navy on the opening night for the remodeled Stanford Stadium -- are numerous. The offense has been ravaged by injuries to some of its most important players, forcing freshmen and walk-ons into significant roles. The defense is inexperienced and lacks depth -- no team in the country is worse against the run. The special teams have been a huge disappointment. And turnovers (almost all by veteran players) are proving particularly costly for a team that already has little room for error.
This is not a program headed in the right direction, not one making progress from last year's 5-6 record, the best finish since 2001.
Last year, coming oh-so-close to a bowl game stoked the expectation that Stanford would end its longest stretch of losing seasons since it posted five straight from 1981-85.
Instead the Cardinal are playing the kind of lackluster football that won't endear them to ticket buyers looking for more than an organic hot dog and a seat close to the field.
"I think there's a lot of frustration, with the new stadium and the emphasis on the new stadium and the ceremony and all of that," said Bob Murphy, the team's longtime radio broadcaster and a Stanford alum. "I think it's a disappointment that we didn't fill the thing up" in the opener against Navy.
The inescapable perception is that Stanford right now lacks depth and widespread talent, as indicated by the fact that Harris has already put six true freshmen on the field.
The long-term fixes lie in recruiting and coaching, both sore points for the Cardinal during this era.
New athletic director Bob Bowlsby, who declined to be interviewed for this article, arrived in July with a strong football background from his years at the University of Iowa and in the Big Ten. It's an open question whether he can convince a university long set on adhering to the toughest academic standards in big-conference college football that bettering the program might require concessions.
Former Stanford coach and NFL Hall of Famer Bill Walsh, who now works in the Stanford athletic department, said recently that out of the 85 scholarship football players on a given opposing team, 10 would be candidates to play at Stanford.
"I think that's true," said Greg Biggins, high school recruiting analyst for Superprep Magazine. But Biggins said he's seen a drop-off in the quality of Stanford's recruiting classes in recent years.
"The past couple of classes haven't been rated as high as the classes that Tyrone Willingham (who coached from 1995-2001) was bringing in. He was a phenomenal recruiter," Biggins said. "For a while, they were getting a lot of difference-maker type players, and in the last couple of years they haven't gotten those. Depth-wise, they don't have it, and they don't have the playmakers on both sides of the ball that they've had. But I don't know that it has anything to do with raising (academic) standards."
Biggins said Stanford is still the only major-conference program in the country, to his knowledge, that requires potential student-athletes to apply and gain acceptance to the university before an athletic scholarship offer is extended. And only Notre Dame's academic standards approach Stanford's, Biggins said.
Stanford's recruiting restrictions have been compounded by coaching turnover, not only at the head coaching spot -- Harris took over for Buddy Teevens in December 2004 to become the Cardinal's third head coach in four years -- but among the assistant coaches. In this offseason alone, Harris hired five assistants to his staff.
"Walt Harris is a proven football coach," Murphy said. "I mean, proven. Once he got it to a certain place at Pitt, he was there every year and he will do that here. Proven coaches perform."
Harris' disciplinarian style and offensive acumen have not yielded a quick turnaround for the Cardinal. But his successful tenure at Pitt, which included five straight winning seasons and six bowl appearances, started slowly as well. The first of those winning seasons didn't come until his fourth season there, and in his second season at Pitt, his team was 2-9.
"We just stuck to what we knew and kept chipping away at all the challenges we had," Harris said. "We kept the standards high and made them reach those standards. Sometimes it happens quicker and sometimes it happens later, but if you believe in what you're doing, you are going to stay the course."
Still, the discontent has begun. Harris is being criticized on Internet message boards and even in the broadcast booth, where Walsh and Jim Plunkett, who won the Heisman Trophy when he quarterbacked Stanford, questioned some of the coach's decisions Saturday night against Navy.
Still, Plunkett said he believes Harris ultimately is the right man for the job at Stanford.
"No question about it," Plunkett said. "He'll turn it around. He's hard-nosed and demanding and he sets up a discipline that the kids will follow. Some programs need that and Stanford is one of them. ...Walt's in his second year and you've got to give him some time."
Quarterback Trent Edwards said he's going to remain optimistic. What choice is there, really?
"It all starts with winning games. I don't know how many that is, versus what teams, I don't know," Edwards said. "Whether it's this year, next year, five years from now, I don't really know. But you can only hope and prepare for it to be this week."