Things To Do Before Leaving On Vacation

Going on vacation is an exciting time and there can be all kinds of last minute problems and annoyances that can arise that can keep you from taking care of things that you should before you leave. Unfortunately, remembering those things that you should have done later on is not going to help, so here are some things to be sure to check off on your list before you leave on vacation:

* Lock all doors and windows throughout the house.

* Unplug most electronic items especially those that are expensive or may have valuable data on them. These can include your TV set, stereo, and especially computers. If a storm comes through while you are away, these items can be damaged beyond repair simply by being plugged into the wall outlet, so remove that possibility before you leave. Also, if you use a modem it would be good idea to unplug it as damage can also happen due to the phone connection used.

* There is no need for your water heater to continue to operate at a high level since it will not be used throughout the time that you are gone, so turn it down to a low setting.

* Call and cancel your paper and mail delivery while you are gone. You certainly don't want newspapers and mail piling up outside your home and sending a clear signal to burglars that your house is an easy target.

* Leave a radio or something going in the house that makes sound and can be viewed as an indication that someone is home.

* Disconnect the garage door so that it cannot be operated by remote control from the outside. Usually there is a lever that you can pull on the opener that can accomplish this easily.

* Unplug your washing machine hoses. These can easily break and if they do while you are away for several days it could cause near catastrophic flood damage to your home before you would be able to do anything about it.

* If you have pets make sure that they have an automatic feeder and plenty of food and water, if you choose not to board them in a kennel or leave them with someone else. Also be sure that the heating/AC system is set to keep things comfortable for them in the house while you are gone. If you do choose to leave your pets at home it's a good idea to arrange for someone to stop by daily and check on them and spend a little time with them too.

There are other reminders that would be good to have on your away list too, but these should be a good start to help keep you focused on necessary items to take care of before leaving on any fun family vacations.

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How to Blend & Use Aromatherapy Oils : Stress Relieving Aromatherapy Massage Oil

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Learn how to combine aromatherapy oils to make a stress relieving massage oil in this free personal health video. Expert: Nili Nathan Contact: earth911.org Bio: Nili Nathan, host of "Great Healing Getaways", is the creator of a television series and Web site on holistic health, where she researches, writes, and reports. Filmmaker: Nili Nathan

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www.teletextholidays.co.uk - The British love of the sun, sea, sand and sangria on offer in the Canaries is well known, however, this simplification belies the sheer variety on offer on the archipelago's seven islands. The main islands of Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria all have excellent resorts.

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The London Marriott Grosvenor Square

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Business and leisure travelers alike will appreciate the passionate and attentive service at our coveted hotel in Central London, England. Dine on delicious innovation at maze, a dazzling triumph by Michelin-rated chef Gordon Ramsay. Rejuvenate in our complimentary, 24-hour fitness centre - or enjoy a brisk jog in nearby Hyde Park. Do you desire a bit of pampering? Arrange a soothing massage, facial, or treatment at our neighbor, The Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa. From impressive meeting rooms to Wi-Fi Internet access, the exquisite features of this alluring London England hotel include: * 236 luxurious bedrooms, featuring stunning views of Grosvenor Square * Club Level, featuring 45 exquisitely luxurious guestrooms and suites, some with private courtyard garden * Club Lounge, available exclusively to Club Level guests and Marriot Rewards Elite members, featuring complimentary continental breakfast, all-day refreshments, Wi-Fi access, and a cozy feature fireplace * Wi-Fi Internet access, throughout the hotel * 9978 square feet of versatile meeting and event space, including seven meeting rooms, accommodating up to 1000 guests * Maze Restaurant, Chef Gordon Ramsay's latest sensation, serving French cuisine infused with Asian flair, voted 2005's Best New Restaurant by Time Out magazine * Maze Grill, Gordon Ramsay's sophisticated take on the informal atmosphere of New York grill restaurants, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner * Complimentary, state-of-the-art fitness centre ...

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Royal Pacific Resort Universal Orlando Vacation

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Guide2Disney.com All Universal Orlando resorts have received the 4 diamond recognition, including the Royal Pacific Resort. All the Universal Orlando resorts are amazing and the Royal Pacific is no exception. With a south Pacific theme and an entire back story to accompany this resort,...

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Laguna Beach

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California travel expert Veronica Hill of www.CaliforniaTravelExpert.com tours Laguna Beach California in this episode of "California Travel Tips." Veronica highlights her favorite Laguna Beach hotels, such as the Inn at Laguna Beach, and Laguna Beach resorts such as Montage Laguna. Other highlights of this Laguna Beach video include shots of popular beaches like Thousand Steps Beach, Aliso Creek Beach, Shaw's Cove, Wood's Cove and Diver's Cove. In Laguna Beach City, highlights include Laguna Beach volleyball and basketball at Main Beach,Laguna Beach shopping sites and Laguna Beach art galleries such as the Wyland Gallery Laguna Beach. Laguna Beach events such as the skimboards world championship, sawdust art festival and plein air painting invitational are also highlighted. Consider this your complete guide to Laguna Beach CA.

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Best Resorts in Tucson

Tucson is a modern western city nestled against a panorama of mountains and perched on the edge of the desert. It is a great place to visit for hiking, kayaking, fishing and of course horseback riding. The resorts in the Tucson area make full use of the beautiful scenery, the abundant sunshine and its old west's charm. Tucson is the second largest city in the state of Arizona. The name derived form the Native American words for Black Base. They called it this because it is in the shadow of all those high-ranging mountains. Welcome to Tucson "partner" ahead you will read about some of the most fabulous resorts that can make your stay a vacation to remember.

Canyon Ranch - This is not your ordinary hotel this is the top of the line in resort living. A five star masterpiece set in the open desert, that offers hiking, a spa, a boot camp, mountain biking, exercise classes and a health specialist. This resort is for the health conscious elite as all the meals, which are included with your room package, are specially designed that way. Did I say rooms? You get a one story bungalow complete with its own porch. Each bungalow is stocked liberally with exclusive toiletries and the beds are big and comfortable.

Westward look Resort - This is also five star resort just minutes from the heart of Tucson. Set on 80 acres of land tucked firmly in the bosom of the Catalina Mountains, this is the perfect environment for the nature enthusiasts. There are hiking trails with animal and nature guides, spas, horseback riding, three pools and is close to a very great golf course. The best part about this resort is that you can bring along your pet. He deserves a vacation too doesn't he? Well here he is as welcome as you are. Each room overlooks a deck or patio that is furnished and the linen is luxurious at 300-thread count.

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort - The resort has 575 guestrooms and 35 suites to its credit. It is a luxurious and located only 10 minutes from the center of the city and you can walk from the resort into the beautiful Tucson Mountain Park. The golf course is an Arnold Palmer original design and you can even spend the day being pampered in the three-storied spa. Waterslides, pools and a meandering river are just a few of the highlights of this resort. There is even a Starbucks located in the hotel for your latte convenience.

The Hilton Tucson El Conquistador - This is where the action is if you are a golf or Tennis buff. Situated on 500 acres of the Senora desert plain underneath the watchful presence of the Catalina Mountains, this is where a golfer would want to be. This resort is staffed by friendly people with the charm of the old west, who will make you feel at home amid the splendor of a land with a myriad of ethnic influences.

These are some of the best that Tucson has to offer, although there are plenty of others that can offer you a memorable stay in the new "Old West". Check on the web for more of the fabulous resorts, hotels and spas located in Tucson, Arizona.

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Guide to Skiing - Skiing Trips

In this installment of our guide to skiing we look at skiing trips...

While budget may be your first consideration, there are other factors that you will need to consider when you begin to plan your skiing trip and need to select a resort; these should include the quality of the resort and where it is, as well as its character and overall ambiance. So, let's look at each of those important considerations individually...

When it comes to location, Canada, France, and the United States are the most popular destinations, but also attracting a good number of skiers are Andorra, Austria, Bulgaria, Italy and, of course, Switzerland. The time of the year will dictate pricing, but keep in mind that the more established countries will probably have higher prices. Planning your trip to coincide with the beginning or end of the ski season can net you significant discounts.

As far as costs go, just some of the outlay for your trip will go towards travel and lodging as well as expenses for food and beverages, but you must also remember that you will be paying for passes, maybe lessons, equipment rental, and a very important, but often over-looked expense, insurance. Research the cost of things at resorts as well as the costs of getting to and staying there. Keep in mind that the laws of supply and demand have a tendency to drive up prices in these out-of-the-way places in the mountains. Doing a little research on-line in advance can save you some money on things you will need, as will taking items with you, such as sunscreen, that are sure to have a higher price tag once you get there.

Once you have selected where you want to go, take a look at what that location offers in the way of facility types and quality. Major considerations will include lodging types (everything from dormitories to hotels to chalets); access to eating establishments and night clubs; and finally what types of activities are available, as perhaps you wish to snowboard, toboggan or ice skate while on your trip. Prices for all of these things can be drastically different from resort to resort, and you cannot rely on the price to give you a clue as to quality. Lesser known resorts in emerging countries (for example Andorra and Bulgaria) may well have facilities that are equal to or better more famous resorts, and at a lower cost.

Then you'll want to look into the character and ambiance of potential resorts. Your personal vision of what a ski vacation means to you should drive your choice as to resort selection - you may wish to have a more cutting-edge resort with all the modern conveniences, or you may wish to forego high-speed internet in lieu of a small village where you can taste and feel the local culture. If you see yourself sitting by a relaxing fire and turning in early, you will want to find a quiet resort that does not encourage a lot of partying; but if you want to party on your vacation, that will affect your choice, as well. You can find a resort that caters to your taste with a quiet, homey atmosphere, a well-defined party vibe, or a little of both and researching on the front end is the best way to determine what will make your stay a good one.

The internet can be your source for finding out all of this information; view a resort's official website and also find reviews of them by entering 'resort name + review' into an internet search engine.

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The salt water pool is a great place to swim and snorkel if the waves bother you. Other than that we heard that stingrays were an issue at some of the other resort beaches with several people getting stung by them. This is at the Palladium Vallarta Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit

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Sheraton Hacienda Del Mar Resort & Spa, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

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Call Sheraton Direct: (624)145 - 8000 Discover the aura of Old Mexico blended with luxury for total relaxation in paradise. At the Sheraton Hacienda del Mar you'll find cobblestone walkways and terra cotta tiles alongside an infinity-edge swimming pool and the state-of-the-art Cactus Spa. The Sea of Cortez is just outside your door where whale watching and SCUBA diving are a few of the activities you can try! You'll be amazed at the variety of onsite dining in four restaurants and bars, along with 24-hour room service; order in and enjoy a meal on your private balcony. This is a golfer's paradise with five championship courses nearby, and the kids will have the time of their lives at the Sheratoons Kids Club! To learn more visit our link: www.resortsandlodges.com

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A Travelers Guide to Cheap Hotels in the Caribbean

So you want to book a holiday package in the Caribbean and are wondering where to stay. Nothing too expensive or fancy, you say? Well that isn't as difficult as you might believe it to be. There are so many options for reasonably priced hotels available in the Caribbean that you can afford to choose between several different places that all offer something wonderful for your stay.

Deciding which part of the Caribbean to stay in will be the first part of finding the best hotel for you. Three of the more popular tourist destinations in this area are Grenada, St. Lucia and Tobago. Not sure how to choose? Below are some of the key locations and things to do in each:

Grenada - Perfect for romantic getaways, this island offers mile after mile of beautiful beaches that can offer both privacy and a great party scene, depending on your mood! Mix with the friendly locals who love visitors to their home, trek through lush jungles and visit the Grand Etang National Park. Most of the hotels here are directly on the beach and also offer fantastic poolside views of the sea; many have packages or lead tours to the popular tourist destinations.

St. Lucia - Although the beaches are beautiful this island is great for people who love to trek, hike, swim or climb. Gorgeous mountains provide the backdrop for a horseback riding session on the beach or a jaunt around the island by Jeep. Stay busy from morning until night or simply take it easy poolside at one of the great hotels that are mostly located in the northwest coast. The hotels here pride themselves on intimate settings and private rooms or villas; great for a newlywed couple or the whole family.

Tobago - Coral reefs, protected rainforests, forts, museums and shopping are the highlights of this small but vibrant island. Great for history buffs, adventurers, divers and families there is something for everyone here. If you are on the island on a Sunday you can't miss the big block party known as "Sunday School" where locals and tourists fill the streets to dance and have fun! Tobago has a ton of cheap hotels that offer everything from poolside bars, spas, private beaches and much more.

Bring the whole family, a group of friends, or your partner to the Caribbean for a fun-filled vacation of sun, sand and so much more! Book your holiday package now as the hotels begin filling their rooms for the spring and summer seasons.

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Beginners Guide to Cruise Vacations on the High Seas

Cruising is normally a once in a life time experience. Even if it has become a budget friendly activity nowadays, it is not possible to go cruising all that often. Most of the people on a cruise are actually first time travelers. There are so many things to know before you go on for you first cruise that a book can easily be written from it. Today we will briefly talk about a few things on how to get the best cruise for the least amount.

Cruise pricing can range from per person per day to 00 per person per day. It all depends on your budget. You simply need to analyze your budget carefully and count the amount you have to sponsor your first ever cruise trip.

While selecting a cruise, get to know all the facilities that it has to offer. You may have to spend a little more if you are looking into buying luxuries on the cruise. Yet, your expenditure could be minimal if you learn how to make out the fullest possible itinerary from the least resources available. Best bet is to spend some time with your travel agent as they have probably gone on quite a few cruises.

The food and accommodations on every cruise is of good quality, so you don't have to worry about eating and living expenses. However you may want to carry some of your favorite beverage containers, as beverages are expensive on a cruise. Carrying alcohol on the cruise is prohibited by the majority of cruise lines so make sure you read the rules and regulations carefully.

Going on a cruise doesn't require specific and extensive shopping. Your daily wear clothes would be fine. However; keeping the night temperatures in mind you may need to carry some warm shawls or coats along with you. You may need some formal dress as well if you plan to attend elegant dinners and dances on the cruise.

Cruises specialize in a mixture of activities, from pulse-raising sports to golfing and exotic spa visits. The choice is ultimately yours. You may choose to take in the sun sitting calmly in a lounge chair or get yourself engaged in sports activities. It's all about your vacation preference.

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IKKI TOUSEN - Viva Hot Springs!

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A spa in the mountains is not such a bad place to relax.

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Massage movements for an eye soothing treatment will detox and remove puffiness from the skin. Learn facial massage techniques with expertise from an aesthetician in this free beauty guide video. Expert: Karen Lange Bio: Karen Lange is a certified aesthetician working at the presitigous Lotus Spa in Pacifica, California. Filmmaker: Sam Lee

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Weekend Getaways and Mini- Vacations!

You need to get away, but don't have the time or money to take a week or two off to head to your favorite destinations. Many people count out taking a weekend and heading to a semi-local vacation spot that allows them to get away, relax, enjoy time alone or together, and find romance, rest, fun, or whatever it is you are looking for in a vacation.

The beauty of weekend getaways is that you can travel on a budget and not miss work, kids activities, and so forth. For a few years while in school, my wife and I never had enough time or money to take a full fledged trip, so we would take little weekend trips a few times a year experiencing more types of travel than if we had taken one big trip.

So, we have put together a simple list of weekend getaways that you can print out and enjoy immediately. Many of the ideas we mention are generalized to any area of the world, however we will mention various locations that are close to where we live as examples. Use your imagination to brainstorm destinations that are within driving range and quite affordable.

1. Romantic Getaways: These are usually at the top of the list. With anniversaries, holidays, romantic events, and so on always around the corner, we need to be on our toes to come up with fresh ideas to sweep our significant others off their feet and keep the romance going. Rent out a bed and breakfast in a small town, grab a hotel in a romantic city like Paris, head to Las Vegas and enjoy all it has to offer. Romantic spots are as creative as you make them.

2. Sporting Events: Big sporting events like March Madness coming up is always fun. An example is two of my best friends for Valentines Day are traveling a couple hours to our state capital to watch the state high school basketball championships. Spring training is coming up for baseball and is always in a warm location. You have racing, football, golf, the Olympics, baseball, the major horse racing events like the Kentucky Derby. The list goes on and on.

3. Camping: This is a cheap vacation that can be fun, romantic, and adventurous. Combine camping with white water rafting or go hiking or without being too adventurous, rent a cabin in the woods and get away from society all together.

4. Theme Parks: One year we traveled to Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio and enjoyed a day at the theme park and the night at Put-n-Bay on Lake Erie. Also, we live near Kings Island in Cincinnati, Ohio and many people travel from all over to spend a couple of days enjoying the attractions there. There are theme parks everywhere and are a great way to have some fun while enjoying an array of activities. If you aren't close to Disney World or Disneyland, then think of a closer location.

5. Famous vacations spots: Las Vegas comes to mind. We enjoy traveling to Gatlingurg, Tennessee and spending a couple days in a cabin, shopping, eating, and hanging out. New York, San Diego, anywhere in a 6 hour driving time to your home can be perfect. Just write down a few places within that circle and pick one.

6. Beaches: Unfortunately, we don't live within a few hours of a beach, but many people do. A great weekend getaway to enjoy the walks on the beach, dinner overlooking the ocean, beachfront hotel or villa, and all a beach vacation has to offer.

7. Festivals, Events, Concerts: Is there a musician playing in a town not too far away? What about a major event or festival? Pack the bags and head out for the weekend. Grab a hotel and head to this event. You'll have a great time. We have done this many times and always have a good time.

This is just a short list of ideas. Pack your bags and just get away. You'll come back feeling refreshed and ready to plan your next weekend getaway.

Have fun and tell us how your trip was!

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Costa Cruises

Costa Cruises offers only the best in cruise ship services, accommodations, entertainment, and facilities. It is a primary choice for many families, couples and friends who are searching for a relaxing place to unwind, yet still expect an adventure-filled trip at every new exciting destination. You'll find that cruise ships aren't just about sun and sea, but about relaxing, but still experiencing fun-filled adventure at every port! Costa Cruises caters for people of all ages and families of all sizes.

You could fall asleep and wake up to a brand new exciting destination during the trip. And at the end of the day you return to the ship which has the ultimate menu of services to fulfill your needs in relaxation, entertainment, health, food and service. At this cruise-liner, the crew aims to please travelers with their diverse offerings in activities and events that will surely keep you busy and you go from port to port. You can even avail of special classes where you can learn a special skill, or spend hours in the spa to rejuvenate your body.

Take your much-needed break today and travel on a cruise liner to your dream destination. Whether it is for a family holiday, for a romantic getaway with your significant other, or a fun-filled vacation with your close friends, you can be sure that an ocean cruise will answer all your needs. All you have to do is pack your bags, get on board, and leave the rest up to Costa Cruises to give you a most memorable experience.

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Discount Lift Tickets - Learn What Colorado Ski Resorts Do Not Want You To Know!

How to get Discount lift tickets for Keystone Colorado, Breckenridge Colorado, Arapahoe Basin Colorado, Loveland Ski Area Colorado, Copper Mountain Colorado, Winter Park Colorado, Vail Colorado, Beaver Creek Colorado

Updated for the 2005-2006 ski season.

Discount Lift Tickets in Colorado- All Colorado ski resorts make it difficult for anyone coming from out of state to get a great deal on lift tickets. Don't expect to get a great deal anywhere if you didn't start looking in late September or early October. As your Keystone Lodging provider, we can help, but WE DO NOT SELL LIFT TICKETS.

The most expensive way to ski is to buy your lift tickets at the ticket window without any coupons. The following information will help you find the best deal around no matter what time of year.

Colorado Ski Season Passes

If you are in Colorado in April, September or October, you can look into buying a season pass for Keystone, Breckenridge, and A-Basin. Both Loveland and Copper Mountain sometimes sell season passes into November. If you plan on skiing 5 or more days, a season pass to one of the areas ski resorts will more than pay for itself and is the cheapest way to go...even though you won't get to use it for the entire season.

:: Keystone :: Breckenridge :: A-Basin :: Vail :: Beaver Creek ::

Season passes are sold along the front range at places like Gart Sports, REI, and Christy Sports. Season passes for Keystone, Breckenridge and A-Basin usually cost around 9. A 2nd option is to pay slightly more and get 10 days at Vail or Beaver Creek added to that same pass. You MUST buy these in person, and you typically have to use it at least once before the holiday season, or it will become invalid for the rest of the year. These passes do have blackout dates during the holidays and during Presidents Day weekend usually, so make sure you read the fine print before purchasing these ski passes. If you're planning an early season trip (Before December 20th) AND a later prime ski season trip (January - April), this is by far the least expensive way to go. Best of all, once you get a pass that you have to buy in person, you can renew it over the web year after year.

:: Arapahoe Basin Only ::

This year, Arapahoe Basin is offering a season pass of their own. For the 2005-2006 ski season, these are only 9. This allows unlimited skiing at Arapahoe Basin, but also allows you to ski at Keystone or Breckenridge for 5 days. One of the 5 days can be used at either Vail or Beaver Creek. This is an awesome deal if you're coming out for a short trip of 5 days or more. Best of all, you can buy these over the phone and just pick them up at the base area of Arapahoe Basin. As always, get in on this deal EARLY. Passes are usually sold in September and October only. Check out the Arapahoe Basin Website for full details.

:: Copper Mountain :: Winter Park :: Mary Jane ::

Copper Mountain is offering season passes for the 2005-2006 ski season for only 9. You can buy these without being present, but you must submit a photo of yourself so they can print your pass. Add a few more dollars and you can ski Winter Park and Mary Jane too. However, Winter Park is a solid 1 hour drive from Summit County. Still, the skiing at Mary Jane is legendary and you won't be disappointed with your day excursion to the snowpack in the Fraser Valley of Colorado.

:: Loveland Ski Area ::

Lesser known by people from out-of state, Loveland is a very inexpensive option. You'll see Loveland Ski area on your way into Summit County on the East Portal of the Eisenhower Tunnel. The closest ski lodging to Loveland is in Keystone....only 15 miles away. Loveland offers season passes for 3. Being an independent ski resort, you can only ski at Loveland. Loveland is one of the highest ski resorts on North America and they are usually the first to open the ski season in North America in October. Check the webste for details. They have an outstanding variety of terrain and there are little or no crowds at any given time.

++++++++++++ Warning ++++++++++++

Do not EVER try to use a 4 pack or season pass that is not yours. There are extremely stiff penalties including large fines and possible jail time if you are caught. The lift operators WILL catch you. A free lift ride is simply not worth the consequences.

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Colorado Ski Resort "Four Packs"

Another money-saving tip is to buy what is called a "4 pack" for your ski resort of choice. A "4 pack" is 4 days of skiing for any 1 person. Typically the ski resorts sell these early in the season, but have also been known to sell them again in late March or in April. Buying late in the season is ideal...unknown to many, April is usually the snowiest month in Colorado!

:: Keystone :: Breckenridge ::

For the Keystone and Breckenridge 4 packs, you must buy them in person and they are not transferrable. In previous years they have been transferrable until people started selling them for a profit on eBay. $ packs usually run about and are bought in the same fashion that a Season Pass is bought. The 4 packs do have blackout dates, so read the fine print carefully.

:: Copper Mountain :: Winter Park :: Mary Jane ::

Copper Mountain offers 4 packs for only and ARE transferrable. This deal usually is around for about a week and may have already passed. If so, you're still in luck...both Copper Mountain and Winter Park offer 4 packs for 0, which is still only per day. This offer expires on Dec 9th 2005, so jump on this quickly if you want to get in on the deal! There are usually rules and restrictions as to the dates you can use the 4 pack, so check the fine print carefully.

:: Loveland Ski Area ::

Loveland also offers a 4 pack as well for the 2005-2006 ski season. The 4 packs run only but are only available through November 21st 2005. There are no blackout dates on these 4 packs and can be used anytime during the 2005-2006 ski season at Loveland.

:: Aspen :: Snowmass ::

Okay, so these 2 resorts aren't really all that close to Summit County, but if you want to see what celebrities do during the winter in Colorado...try Aspen or Snowmass for a day. Cheap passes are available, but you have to get them in person. They are available up until November 20th, 2005 at select locations around the Colorado Front Range.

Other ways to get Discount Lift Tickets

Are you a member of the armed forces? Keystone has a special setup with any active duty military, Reservists, National Guard and dependents. Rocky Mountain Blue offers a Freedom Pass for only 9. This pass is good for unlimited skiing at Keystone or Arapahoe Basin. It can be purchased at military bases in colorado including Buckley AFB, Peterson AFB, Schriever AFB, F.E. Warren AFB, Fort Carson and the Air force Academy. You can purchase this anytime during the 2005-2006 ski season and it is good through closing day at Keystone. THIS IS THE BEST LIFT TICKET DEAL IN COLORADO.

Keystone Lift Tickets Sign up for a free Colorado Gem Card. These cards will give you discounts at other ski areas that are further away. The closest resort that accepts this card is Loveland Ski area, which is about 15 miles away right at the Eisenhower Tunnel on the Continental Divide.

Keystone Lift Tickets Know someone with a season pass? Season Pass holders usually can buy a lift ticket for you for a deeply discounted price of -. The number of times they can do this is limited.

Keystone Lift Tickets Don't forget eBay! Many times people will buy a package deal and not be able to use it. Sometimes it's a 4 pack, sometimes it's someone who has an inside track to the resort and is trying to make some money on the side. Either way, MAKE SURE you check the lift tickets carefully to make sure you know what you're getting. Search around and see what you can find!

Keystone Lift Tickets Buy an Entertainment book for the Denver area. These books are PACKED with ski coupons. We typically buy these books and keep them available for our guests to use. The coupons are for slightly discounted lift tickets. ( - off ticket window prices) There are also coupons for ski school.

Keystone Lift Tickets Buy your tickets on the front range in or around Denver. Go to any Safeway or King Soopers grocery stores, or ski and snowboard rental shop. They sell disount lift tickets for most ski areas.

Keystone Lift Tickets As your Keystone Lodging provider, just ask us and we'll do what we can to get you the right information you need or point you in the right direction to save you the most money given the time period of your visit. We typically keep a packet of coupons just for our guests use. When booking, please email or call us with your requests and we will mail coupons to you before you arrive. Coupons are first come first serve. These coupons usually come from Entertainment Books, and wherever else we can find them. We do not sell lift tickets.

BE CAREFUL - Some other lodging providers will entice you with a "package deal" saying that they will give you discounted lift tickets after your reserve your lodging...only to suddenly "run out" of the lift tickets after they have your money.

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The Top 5 Luxury Cruise Lines

One of the most cherished pastimes of individuals these days is going on a luxury cruise trips. You'd certainly love going on a cruise particularly if you wish to go to different places. If you're planning on a cruise trip with your loved ones or your friends, then you might want to consider top five cruise lines that you might love:

Crystal luxury cruise is among the cruise lines that you would want to try out. They offer remarkable comfort which would help you treasure a lot of memories on you trip. The Crystal Cruise is known to be among the "World's Best Large-Ship Cruise Line" as mentioned through the Travel + Leisure magazine's annual readers' surveys for 10 consecutive months. The cruise ship has a spa and Caesars' Palace Casino and much more.
Silversea can also be regarded as among the Ultimate Luxury Cruise Vacation that individuals love. This boasts of the best ocean-view suites which is perfect for individuals who love going on vacations. They provide excellent customer services and are also known to provide delicious food.
The Seabourn is also thought to be among the best cruise ships in the world. They also had awards and great rankings by travel agencies well as those provided by the people who love going on a cruise. The actual stated cruise ship is known as an intimate personal club which could accommodate as high as 208 guests along with almost an equal number of staff as well as crew who are very friendly.
Regent Seven Seas luxury cruise can also be among the best luxury cruise ships because of its unique and it is unsurpassed levels of epicurean of production. This is a lot more expensive luxury cruise that is perfect for those people searching for luxury vacations and tons of fun. They have itineraries to more than 300 ports on all the 7 continents. This is truly what you would need if you wish to explore the world.
Sea Dream Yacht is just something that you might want to take a look into. Their own luxury cruise comes with 95 crews and a 5 star support ideal for as much as 112 guests. They provide sea view lodging, gourmet meals, their superb 24 hour services, Pool and Jacuzzi, Sauna as well as steam, health spa that people could certainly appreciate.

This is the list of the world's best luxury cruise lines that you might want to check out!

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Unedited live capture using ENBSeries (this video was made some time ago and the original settings are lost-tweaked).. Custom colour palette and colour settings used with ENBSeries.. Blacks are darker and whites are whiter...not perfect but an improvement in my eyes. www.megaupload.com download link for palettes.. I didn't keep a record of which palette i used for this video however it should be 1 of the most recent palettes..perhaps copy number (5).either way there's a few palettes in the download just use my colour settings as written above and one palette at a time then load the Jerez track www.rfactorcentral.com to check the colours from your ingame to this video...with some tracks a palette may look very good and when you load a different track it may be too bright (within reason), good luck.. [EFFECT] EnableBloom=1 EnableOcclusion=1 EnableReflection=0 EnableMotionBlur=1 EnableWater=1 EnableShadow=1 DepthBias=1 EnableDepthOfField=1 [COLORCORRECTION] DarkeningAmountDay=10 ScreenLevelDay=10 ScreenLevelNight=0 DarkeningAmountNight=0 GammaCurveDay=0 GammaCurveNight=0 ColorSaturationDay=-4 ColorSaturationNight=-4 UsePaletteTexture=1 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Head Movement "quick basic guide" Head movement is relative to the Mod+Steering Wheel you are using. Step1: Open the controller.ini and edit this line... Steering Wheel Range="140" // Degrees of rotation of in-game steering wheel (I find the range between 140-210 degrees will work best this edit will ...

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The Top Ten Best Tourist Spots in Italy

Italy is one of the most popular places to visit in the world. It's a favorite of millions of tourists worldwide. And who can blame them? Nobody can resist the charms of Italy's culture and architecture. This boot-shaped country was, after all, the home of the Legendary Romans and the Heroes of the Renaissance. Indeed, if you're going to go to Italy, be prepared to have your breathe taken away by the sheer beauty of the place.

1.) The Coliseum

No other civilization in the world could top the Romans in terms of strength and power, and indeed, the Romans practically conquered the world. And for their entertainment, the Romans had the world. They had the Coliseum where the prizes of their conquests, lions and other exotic animals were made to battle with the gladiators. Indeed, if you stand within the walls of this gigantic complex, you can almost feel the spirit of celebration that once rang through the place.

2.) Piazza Campidoglio

The Piazza Campidoglio, or the Capitoline Hill, was the seat of power of the Ancient Romans. And up until today, it still stands as Italy's center of politics. It holds the famous statue of Castor and Pollux and various structures designed by the great Michaelangelo himself like the double staircase and other buildings.

3.) The Roman Forums

Also, there's nothing more exhilarating than to visit the place where democracy was born. The Roman Forums, where the Roman senate once held their heated debates discussing everything from large-scale wars to petty squabbles, are also popular tourist attractions. Here, you can find the Forum of Caesar and the Forum of Trajan, and there's also the Palatine Hill and all the other temples dedicated to the various gods and goddesses of the ancient Romans.

4.) The Pantheon

The Pantheon is one of the best places that you can visit in Rome. It's teeming with beautiful architecture, beautiful sculptures, and beautiful statues. This magnificent building is also the home of the grave of the famous painter, Raphael.

5.) The Trevi Fountain

This world renowned fountain is famous for its sheer beauty and size, and it features several sculptures, including one of Neptune coming out from underwater, riding on a sea shell that's drawn by two horses with wings. It's featured in Dan Brown's famous novel, the Da Vinci Code. Also, toss a coin into it while facing away from it and it is said that you will be guaranteed a return to the great city.

6.) The Grand Canal in Venice

There's nothing more Romantic than going on a boat ride through the famous canals of the floating city of Venice. These quixotic canals are featured in various movies and are a favorite of newlyweds all over the world. It's also a great way to take in all the sights of the beautiful city.

7.) The Sistine Chapel

The Vatican, though it's considered as an independent country in itself, is still found in the heart of Italy. And, there, you'll find the great Sistine Chapel where extraordinary pieces of art can be found. There, you'll see the works of Michelangelo and Botticelli.

8.) St. Peter's Basilica

Also, if you're a fan of great architecture, you will have to see the famous St. Peter's Basilica. It's the largest Catholic Church in the whole world, and it's simply teeming with beautiful paintings, frescoes, and statues. You can also see this Basilica's famous dome which is literally filled with works of art.

9.) St. Peter's Square

And of course, if you're going to St. Peter's Basilica, you might as well walk a few steps to get to St. Peter's Square. This beautiful plaza is designed by the famous artist Bernini. It is also featured in Dan Brown's novels.

10.) The Vatican Gardens

The Vatican Gardens as beautiful as they are large. This grand paradise is filled with beautiful sculptures, fountains, and flowers. It's a great place for sightseeing and picture-taking.

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Leading economic expert Jim Rogers traveled to 150 countries over 150000 miles in three years - follow his adventures here on FentonReport. In this video Jim and Paige wait for a military convoy in Dakhla in the west Sahara. Copyright Jim Rogers - provided as a special contribution to The Fenton Report. www.fentonreport.com Dakhla (Dajla), or ad-Dakhla (formerly Villa Cisneros), is a city in the Morocco-administered Western Sahara with about 67468 inhabitants. It is about 550 km south of El Aaiún on a narrow peninsula of the Atlantic Coast. It is the capital of the Oued Ed-Dahab-Lagouira region. Dakhla was founded as Villa Cisneros in 1502 by Spanish settlers during the expansion of their Empire. During the colonial period, the Spanish authorities made Dakhla the capital of the province of Río de Oro, one of the two regions of the Spanish Sahara. They built a military fortress and a modern Catholic church, both of which remain points of interest for visitors to the city. A prison camp also existed here during the Spanish Civil War, at which writers such as Pedro García Cabrera were imprisoned. During the 1960s, the Francoist dictatorship also built here one of the three paved airports in Western Sahara (IATA Code VIL). Between 1975 and 1979, Dakhla was the province capital of the Mauritanian province of Tiris al-Gharbiyya, consisting of its annexed portion of Western Sahara. The main economic activity of the city is fishing. In the area south of Tindouf, Algeria, there is ...

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Rome: City of Seven Hills

Rome, the capital city of Italy, is historically known as 'City of Seven Hills.' According to Roman mythology, the seven hills of early Rome were the Cermalus, Cispius, Fagutal, Oppius, Palatium, Sucusa and Velia. But now the modern 'City of Seven Hills' includes Myrtle, Blossom, Clock Tower, Jackson, Lumpkin and Old Shorter hills and Mount Aventine.

In the beginning, all the seven hills were occupied by different small hamlet and were not grouped or recognized as a city called Rome. The residents of the seven hills started participating in a series of religious games which started bonding the groups together. The city of Rome thus came into being as these separate settlements acted as a group, draining the marshy valleys between them and turning them into markets. Rome became the most beautiful city in the world that soon started governing the whole world.

Five out of seven hills of current Rome are populated with monuments, buildings and parks. The Capitoline now hosts the Municipality of Rome and the Palatine Hill is an archaeological area. The monuments of Rome still stand as a reminder of Rome as one of the greatest centers of western civilization.

The Eternal City is home to rich heritage and art. There are many lavish ancient palaces and one of them is the 'Golden House of Nero'. Built on about 200 acres of land, the palace has a 150 foot statue of Nero in the nude at the entrance. The only ancient building which remains intact today is 'The Pantheon' whose spatial concept makes it an architectural wonder.

Further, there are many more things such as Pantheon, Roman Forum, Vatican Museums, Piazza Navona and Capitoline Museum that grab attractions of the visitors from all corners of the globe. The charming city has some of the best collection of inexpensive budget hotels, restaurants, cafes, bars and shopping arcade that promises to make your journey a pleasant one.

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2007 Walt Disney World "Year of a Million Dreams" Vacation Planning DVD in HD - Part 1/5

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(c) 2006 The Walt Disney Company. Need your help - do you like the long segments like this 45 min long or short 10-15 min pieces or 30 mins. Please comment with your choice. This is the 2007 Disney Parks Vacation Planning Video. The DVD is for both Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California. Disney's theme for the Parks in 2007 is the Year of a Million Dreams." and was scheduled to run from October 1, 2006 thru December 31, 2007 (it was later extended until December 31, 2008). The DVD is extensive - it has multiple menus and sub-menus, segments on the Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club and Adventure by Disney tours. For example you could get to a video for any Disney World Resort Hotel both by its type (Deluxe, Moderate, etc.) or by location within Walt Disney World (Magic Kingdom Resort Area, Epcot Resort Area, etc.). This series will be around 5 sections long give or take since YouTube now allows videos longer than 15 mins long, so stay tuned for more... Part 1 has the Introduction, ,the Walt Disney World "Main Show," the "Recent Additions" segment and more. Enjoy!

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Places to Go in Nevada (Besides Vegas)

Las Vegas is often the main event in Nevada, no matter what month it is and there are a lot of things to do in Las Vegas whenever you visit. There are, however, other things to check out if you have a chance to visit other parts of Nevada that are just as fun and interesting as Las Vegas. Lake Tahoe is a beautiful sight to see. Heavenly Valley Epic Mountain is one of the largest mountains in the country. There are 4,800 acres of beautiful snow and beautiful scenery to experience. The mountain is over 10,000 feet with 360 inches of annual snowfall. If that isn't enough snow for the mountain, they have the largest snowmaking system in the country that covers 70% of the mountain. Heavenly Valley also offers sleigh rides, lake cruises, spas, hot springs and everything you need to make a relaxing vacation.

The Truckee River Kayak Park Course is open year round and is a great break from the surrounding hotels, even though it is downtown. The water has a constant flow and is fresh and clean. The park is within walking distance from the hotels and casinos but is a part of the mountain adventure area. This area offers skiing, golf and mountain biking in addition to the kayaking park. There are five-drop pools in the north channel and six drop pools in the south channel. Each drop pool allows for kayaking maneuvers or you can run the whole course in 2 to 2 ½ minutes. The water maintains a 50 to 70 degrees and never freezes. Kayakers are required to wear helmets and flotation jackets for safety purposes. The course is a class 2 to 3 course. Canoes, rafts and inner tubes are also allowed on the river.

Laughlin is a fun place to go if you like to gamble but don't want to pay for the high-priced hotels in Vegas. Laughlin is on the Colorado River and it is still pretty warm during the day. You will find temperatures in the seventies, so feel free to hop into the hot tub after a long day at the slots. Laughlin doesn't have all the glamour of Vegas, but it is hardcore gambling if that's your thing. There are also several outlet stores for some shopping. Nevada is a beautiful state and it doesn't matter where you go you will find something to do. Nevada has a lot of outdoors attractions and the weather tends to stay warm throughout the year.

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Top 10 Travel Attractions in Upstate New York

1. Niagara Falls - One of the top ten natural attractions in upstate New York is Niagara Falls. Whether you choose to take a Maid of the Mist boat tour, walk across Rainbow Bridge, or visit the Cave of the Winds and walk under the falls you will find plenty to see and do here.

2. Adirondack National Forest - With millions of acres of beautiful forested woodlands nestled in the mountains, the Adirondack National Forest offers a natural paradise. Bubbling streams, serene forest glades, and numerous waterfalls create a landscape that is incredible. The abundance of wildlife and plants in the area just add to the beauty and tranquility in this forest.

3. Thousand Islands - Thousand Islands is one of the top travel destinations in the entire state of New York. One of the more popular attractions in this area is Singer Castle, an original castle built by the president of the Singer Sewing Company on one of the islands. Only guided tours are available, but this is a fascinating place to visit.

4. Letchworth Park - Letchworth Park in upstate New York is one of the top ten attractions for a number of reasons. This nature park includes a little less than fifteen thousand acres, and these acres include rivers, streams, waterfalls, forested areas, and many plants and animals.

5. Saratoga - Saratoga is a well-known location in upstate New York that is one of the top places to travel to. Known for racing to many, this area offers that and much more. The Saratoga National Historical Park, the Saratoga Race Course, Saratoga Spa State Park, and many other attractions can be found here.

6. Lake Ontario - Lake Ontario is a favorite vacation and visiting destination for individuals across New York and the rest of the country and world. In addition to all of the water activities and sport opportunities that this lake offers there is also the Seabreeze Amusement Park located close by.

7. Harriman State Park - One visit to Harriman State Park will make you understand why this is one of the top places to visit. There are more than thirty different lakes and reservoirs, and there are around two hundred miles of hiking trails that the park offers. Beaches and camping areas are also abundant in this natural park.

8. Catskills - The Catskill mountains are very popular among newyorkers and guests of the state, and known for beautiful mountain settings and a wide variety of activities regardless of what the season or the weather may be like. Fishing, skiing, hiking, relaxing, enjoying nature, and much more are all reasons why this area is one of the top in the New York metro area.

9. Ausable Chasm - Often called the Grand Canyon of the East, Ausable Chasm, this attraction includes rivers, gorges, and trails that are steep and winding. First opened in the year 1870, this is one of the most amazing natural attractions found anywhere.

10. Finger Lakes - One of the top attractions in upstate New York is Finger Lakes area, and this is because of all the activities and beauty that this area offers. Gourmet dining, wineries, numerous outdoor activities, and much more can be found in this area of the state.

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Magnetic Island, a Most Unique Barrier Reef Island

Magnetic Island brings something unique to the Great Barrier Reef, it is the only island on the reef with an untouched National Park, a Resident population and a variety of Holiday Resorts. The island has an average of 320 sunshiny days each year, and is only about 20 minutes by a "fast Cat" across Cleveland Bay, from Townsville, one of the most popular holiday towns in northern Queensland.

All visitors to the island can choose from a vast array of things to do, however some of them require that you stay more than just a day. Water activities visitors can pursue on their own include, snorkeling over the coral reefs, renting catamarans, sailboards, canoes and aquabikes to go exploring on your own, their are a few beaches, on the island, that are accessible by boat only. Kayak tours and scuba diving trips, are also available, participants will more than likely see dolphins, sea eagles and turtles, while on them, as the abound in the waters.

Guided tours are available on land, however for the more independent, to go it on their own, they can take a bus, hire a taxi, rent a Harley Davidson, a Moke, bicycle, trail bike or scooter to explore the island. The less energetic can indulge in table tennis, lawn bowling, horse or pony riding or play a round of golf at the Country Club in Picnic Bay where, it is said Greg Norman first played golf.

Guests will not lack for things to do as there are lots of places to shop, with shops in all four residential bays. There is also a variety of excellent restaurants, a tavern, marlin bar and stage door theatre restaurant, in fact they will need to stay at least a few days, to be able to see and indulge in all the island has to offer.

Accommodations on the island run the gamut from self contained holiday units to Bed & Breakfasts accommodations, backpacker resorts, camping facilities up to motels and hotels. Anyone looking for luxury, will find it in the luxuriously appointed, 2 bedroom/2 bathroom freestanding Villas nestled in the tropical gardens across from the beach. The Villas share the swimming pool, while each has its own covered private veranda. For those who wish to stay more than a few days there are houses for short or long term rental, able to accommodate 2 families or groups of up to 15 people.

All visitors to the island have the opportunity to see native Aussie animals in their natural habitat, as there is also a wildlife park. Among which are Koalas, and here you are allowed to "cuddle a Koala." The most distinctive thing visitors will remember, long after leaving Magnetic Island, is the crazy, mad, haunting call of the Bush Stone Curlew, these bizarre birds, with extra skinny legs, once common throughout Australia and now almost extinct, have found a refuge on Magnetic Island.

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Top Five Vacation Travel Destinations In The World

The Caribbean

A vacation at one of the islands in the Caribbean offers excitement as well as relaxation in a stunning, tropical setting. The eastern region of the islands, commonly known as the Lesser Antilles, Tobago and Trinidad, begins just east of Puerto Rico and stretches just about to the coast of Venezuela. These islands include impressive mountains, rain forests and black, as well as white, sandy beaches.

The western portion of the Caribbean is well-known for the ancient Mayan ruins that abound, as well as for the luxurious resorts, carnivals and local festivities occurring frequently throughout the year. St. Maarten, St. Thomas, San Juan and Barbados are among the most popular travel destinations in the southern Caribbean and offer tourists an authentic island experience.

France

Paris, France, home of the famous Eiffel Tower, remains one of the world's top travel destinations for honeymooners and travelers alike. Other cities in France that provide an ideal spot to vacation if you're looking for beauty, charm and a rich sense of history are Lyon and Marseille. These gorgeous cities are filled with fascinating museums and feature numerous fragrant flower gardens.

Rome, Italy

Rome, Italy is perhaps one of the most beautiful and historic of European cities and also one of the most often visited by travelers. Ancient monuments, impressive museums, fountains as well as medieval churches and palaces, all lend to the old world charm of the city. There are also numerous restaurants offering delicious Italian cuisine and plenty of exciting nightlife to be had as well.

Other popular vacation spots to visit in Italy are the Vatican and St. Peter's Cathedral, as well as the city of Venice, which was uniquely built right in the center of a lagoon. Venice has been deemed one of the most romantic and beautiful cities in the entire world with meandering canals and interesting architecture everywhere you look.

Hawaii

With many gorgeous and unspoiled beaches to choose from, Hawaii and its smaller surrounding islands offer lush resorts, crystal blue waters and plenty of sunshine to visitors. Besides Hawaii, often called the "Big Island", there are five other beautiful islands to visit such as Maui, which is the second largest of the group and features stunning volcanoes as well as breathtaking waterfalls.

Other islands include Lanai, which is famous for its impressive rock formations as well as the distinct ambiance of romance, luxury and privacy. The state's capital, Honolulu, is located on the island of Oahu, which is home to the majority of Hawaii's population and boasts a vibrant mix of culture and entertainment.

Las Vegas, Nevada

Las Vegas, the most populous city in Nevada, is often referred to as "Sin City" or the "largest adult playground" in the world. But this famous vacation spot is no longer just about gambling and casinos. Now there are numerous family-friendly hotels, resorts and activities to choose from as well as plenty of exciting nightlife along the Strip for the adults.

People vacationing in Las Vegas may also choose to visit nearby Lake Mead, which is the largest man-made lake in the United States and is only 22 miles from the Strip. The Hoover Dam, located in Black Canyon on the Colorado River about 30 miles southeast of Las Vegas, is also another impressive sight to see while visiting this area.

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Download Free 0 cash vouchers at www.asiatravel.com to offset payment at www.asiatravel.com httpAsiatravel.com is an online web portal for Hotels, Flights, Cruises, Travel and Tours, Bookings and other great leisure deals! For more information, visit our main site at: www.asiatravel.com It's as easy as "Click & Go!" The Grand Hyatt Bali Hotel is the crown jewel of resorts in Nusa Dua, the luxury stretch of magnificent beachfront on the island of Bali. Our Indonesia Hotel offers the comfort of a first-class hotel with the relaxing tranquillity of a secluded beach resort. Grand Hyatt Bali is the Bali hotel of first choice on this paradise island. Main

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