Sailing Through Neptune's Bellows Antarctica

By Jonny Blair

The entrance into Deception Island was full of marvel and wonder. It really was like a James Bond film scene. Even standing on deck waiting to pass through a narrow passage known as "Neptune's Bellows" you could sense the mist of intrigue in the air.

It was cold and it was windy. It was freezing and chilly. Most of the crew had come up to the main deck to witness our arival through this narrow passage in Antarctica into Deception Island.

To the right of our ship as the captain sailed her gallantly through the tight gap. Why a tight gap? you may ask and why make a big deal of it? The reason is Deception Island, by its very shape is like a small "c" letter from a bird's eye view.

And the entrance is like going into the letter "c" so this was a special slow motion part of the Antarctica adventure, another exciting time to be up on deck as the captain, Bulgarian Asparuh Chorbadzhiev sailed us into the narrow entrance at Neptune's Bellows.

I didn't often visit the bridge of the ship during the Antarctica trip but on this occasion it felt like you had to be up there checking out how the captain does it. It was remarkable.

Our captain worked it well - using his experience to sail the ship rather easily through Neptune's Bellows and into Deception Island in Antarctica in front of a lot of the passengers and crew!

Neptune's Bellows (630S 6034W) is a channel on the southeast side of Deception Island forming the entrance to Port Foster, in the South Shetland Islands. The name, after the Roman sea god Neptune, was appended by American sealers prior to 1822 because of the strong gusts experienced in this narrow channel.

After 20 minutes we had done it - the captain did an immense job profesionally getting us inside this island for a truly wonderful experience. Antarctica and Neptune's Bellows were awesome!

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Recommendations that will help with your South Africa Trips

By Pauline Jacobson

South Africa provides travel destinations and tasks that can cater to basically all tastes and spending plans. You will be able to value beautiful beaches, friendly people and special food.

When reserving your plain journey for South Africa holidays you must have a clear idea of exactly what kind of vacation you are seeking and plan your arrival location correctly. Durban is a good place to land if you are planning to visit the whole of the St Lucia area or desire "warm sea". Cape Town is your best option for the Garden Route, the Wine Route, City life and luxury shopping.

It is crucial that if you decide to "fly and drive" you get a car that has a GPS system and know where the townships are so as to avoid driving through them. There is still poverty and racial tension and should your auto break down in a township it might be dangerous. Also keep the car doors locked and the windows closed because you can get mugged at a traffic light.

The charm of South Africa is that it can provide a selection of settings like no other country. In South Africa you can opt for a real African Safari and delight in luxury game lodges at an easily accessible price, you could appreciate seaside sports and bathing, inland luxury wine reserves and quaint craft markets as well as top class night life, dining, cinema and all that metropolitan cities have got to offer. It is nonetheless necessary to prepare appropriately and take into account the age and choices of all the buddies or family members that are taking the trip with you.

As far as nature reserves go, you cannot miss going to the Kruger National Park that stretches across the provinces of Mpumalanga and Limpopo. There are lots of amazing animals in Africa, like the hippo and the giraffe.

The Golden Gate Highlands National park is found at the foot of the Maluti Mountains in the Free State Province. Here you will be able to appreciate the marvelous appeal of a view on the Drakensberg Mountains, as well as appreciate Bushman paintings and rare sandstone formations during walks and mountain climbing. This park additionally provides a fabulous selection of birds and animals to thrill nature lovers.

The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in the Northern Cape Province is one of the biggest preservation areas on the planet covering a total amount of 3,6 million hectares. Due to its one-of-a-kind red dunes set against a deep blue sky, it is a preferred spot for photo enthusiasts. Right here you will see Gembsbok: huge desert antelopes, Meerkat: (Suricate) well-known for the way they stand up for photographs, Black-maned Kalahari Lions: kings of the desert and extremely impressive to see, Sociable weavers: Birds that construct big communal nests and Pygmy Falcons: the smallest falcons in Africa.

There are some astonishing lodges in this location and it is worth your while to invest a little more time to find your accommodation. Some lodges have "rooms" that lack walls or a roofing because it never ever rains!

As we stated in the beginning of the short article, South Africa offers destinations and activities that deal with all tastes and budget plans. When traveling here you'll manage to please everyone!

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Blue Whales - Larger Than The Biggest Dinosaurs

By Terry Hunefeld

Blue Whales are magnificent creatures. One of the very best places to view them is on a boat from Southern California. Whale watching trips go out regularly from San Diego, Los Angeles, Oxnard, Ventura and Santa Barbara.

The Blue Whale is the largest animal to ever live on earth " far larger than the largest dinosaurs, and weighing up to 190 tons, heavier than a DC-10 airliner. For sake of comparison, the largest elephants barely reach 6 tons. Blue Whales have been measured scientifically at 98 feet, and thought to reach more than 110 feet, while the longest dinosaur skeleton measures under 90 feet from the tip of its nose to the tip of its tail.

The Guinness book of world records claims that the heartbeat of a Blue Whale can be heard for 19 miles " thats totally untrue; nobody can hear the heartbeat of a Blue Whale from 10 feet, let alone 19 miles.

Interestingly, one of the smallest seabirds on earth, Cassins Auklet, and the Blue Whale, the largest animal ever to have lived on earth, both subsist primarily on the same prey: krill. Blue Whales are baleen whales. Instead of teeth, they have a series of flexible plates called baleen that they use to strain up to four tons of these tiny shrimp like crustaceans from the ocean each day.

Blue Whales have been known to breed with Fin Whales, the second largest animals on earth. Several hybrid whales have been documented by scientists using DNA analysis.

Blue Whales are often found alone or with one other Blue Whale. We do not know for sure how long Blue Whale pairs might stay together because it is so difficult to track them as they cross entire oceans. Blue Whales can rarely be found in groups 45 whales if there is a lot of food (krill) in the area - however this is very rare because they do not usually form large pods like some other species of whales.

Blue Whales are very strong swimmers and usually travel at 12 miles per hour. When they are excited they have been clocked at 30 miles per hour!

Blue Whales are found all over the world. The waters off Southern California and Baja Mexico are home to perhaps 25% of the worlds population. Theyre most often seen in this area in spring and summer being a favored feeding ground.

Blue Whales are found all over the world in both cold and warm waters. Its not known for certain where they breed and give birth, but is suspected to be in warmer waters. Feeding has been documented in temperate, tropical and polar waters.

Blue Whales once numbered in the hundreds of thousands until man developed the technology (like exploding harpoons) to exploit these magnificent creatures in the early twentieth century. For nearly 40 years they were hunted almost to extinction by whalers who destroyed 99 percent of all Blue Whales on earth. They became protected in 1966 when on the brink of extinction. Its estimated that there are only 5,000 to 10,000 Blue Whales left worldwide today.

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Terry Hunefeld retired in 2007 from his CEO position to pursue his passion of going to sea to observe birds and marine mammals. He and his wife Ann own the Inn at Moonlight Beach on the Pacific Coast of San Diego. If you are looking for a Bed and Breakfast in Del Mar or a Bed and Breakfast in Carlsbad, be sure to check out Inn at Moonlight Beach.

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How to Remove a Spring Break Arrest Record

By Armstrong Kriegberg

Being a good traveler also includes understanding what to do when your travels unfortunately bring you in contact with the police. Most travelers will never experience the criminal justice system from the inside, but mistakes sometimes happen, especially in party cities. Prevention is the best medicine, but even after the fact you can make your situation better. This article gives advice for travelers who party a little too hard.

Take for example the party destination of Las Vegas, Nevada. Unlike most cities in the world, you can buy liquor in Vegas 24 hours a day. There is no last call, no dry Sundays. You can get a drink when you want, where you want, any hour of the day. Even moderate drinkers may be overwhelmed by all the opportunities for a cocktail. When the tap never turns off, it can be hard to determine when you've had one too many. Some travelers find out the hard way they went too far when they are arrested in Las Vegas.

Tourists now get a crash course in the criminal justice system. They have to figure out how to get bailed out of jail and what to do when they appear before a judge. Most travelers make the smart choice and hire a criminal defense attorney. While they fly back home, their attorney is able to negotiate the case and resolve it with a fine and probation. It seems like the mistake might be finished.

Travelers who get arrested on vacation soon learn that there is lasting price to their mistakes. Once a person has a criminal record, they must disclose it. The most common place where is becomes an issues is on job applications. Those looking for work must reveal all the details about when they were arrested, what crimes they were convicted of, and the ultimate resolutions. Details that often hamper an employer's enthusiasm for hiring the individual.

Maybe years have passed since the event. Is it fair that you have to keep dealing with a mistake that happened back in college when you were young? Does your criminal record have to keep following you year after year? Is there anything you can do to put this mistake behind you once and for all?

It seems only fair that since Las Vegas in part caused the problem, Las Vegas should provide some solution. Living with a criminal record can be a huge burden. It limits job options. With reduced choices for work, a person also faces less choices in where to live and how to support themselves. That can be a tough pill to swallow for something you did on vacation in another state. Faced with the never ending penalty of a criminal record, many people decide to seal their Nevada criminal records.

How does record sealing work? First you need to get copies of your entire record from the various state agencies that keep it. With the record, a petition can be made to the court to seal your criminal background. If the district attorney's office does not object, a judge will sign the order and seal your records.

Could sealing your arrest record be the solution to finally allow you to put what happen on your vacation in the past? Yes. Record sealing is a legal process that wipes your past history clean. When potential employers perform a background check, they will find an empty record with no trace of your vacation arrest.

Traveling should be about experiencing new things and enjoying the destinations. You should be able to come home and enjoy the memories and photographs, not spend months and years worrying about an unfortunate arrest. A short review of record sealing laws will help you be prepared for whatever comes your way.

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Simple Guidelines For A Trip At A Wholesale Beach

By Max Brazell

Taking a few time off to a wholesale beach after a long week or month at work is a great way to unwind and relax. The pressure both from work and personal life is enough to make anyone crave for some downtime. And what other way than to have it on a sparkling beach with the finest sand and under the heat of the sun.

No matter how many times does one head off to the coast, there's always a possibility of forgetting something. That could be a sunscreen lotion, a mat or your favorite book to read while killing the time. To avoid leaving important stuffs at home, keeping a checklist on the basic stuffs to bring could be a great solution to that.

Should you be traveling with the kids then that list could just go longer. Indeed, spending a day in the coast could mean getting through a long checklist but the guaranteed fun at the end is completely priceless. More so, some of the basics are for your own safety which makes it necessary for one to consider even some of it.

There are several types of inflatables available in the market, make sure to choose the one that has a great quality. More so, choose toys that are safe for the use of children. Some of the most important things to prepare before going to the coast are sun protection products. Prioritize your sun screen lotion then add your wide brimmed hat and some sunglasses to protect your eyes.

Prolonged exposure to the sun damages your skin make sure to get proper protection. For maximum comfort one is advised to bring along with them a mat or a big piece of cloth that you can lie down or sit down with, without the sand bothering your skin. Sometimes the heat could be too much, do not forget to pack a hair tie or a hair stick.

When traveling with kids, make sure to bring sun protection products that are made especially for them. There are countless of sun blocks in the market, make sure that it is made for the kids and does not irritate the eyes that much. Prevent being dehydrated by having bottled waters with you, coolers can be a great add up to that list.

Inflatables are advisable to those who will be spending a day at the coast with kids, Some toys are also advised to keep the little ones out from the water as they can become too engrosses with the sand and playing with it. There are a few shops that might offer toys or inflatables, it could be a smart way to purchase toys at a cheaper price.

A day at a wholesale beach is fun, and with all the essential things in tow, this might be the best day out you have had so far.

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Six Fun Outdoor Activities For Visitors To Do While In San Diego California

By Terry Hunefeld

San Diego is the one of the world's best vacation destinations. The San Diego Bay teems with life and surprises - its near-perfect weather make exploring it fun and interesting. You can take a moonlight paddle in a kayak, watch every-evening fireworks at Sea World or visit seventy miles of palm tree lined beaches to swim, surf or just chill. Following are six activities and things to do in San Diego that should not be missed on your visit.

1. Stroll through the historic Gaslamp Quarter and view the renovated turn-of-the-century Victorian architecture, home to boutiques, art galleries and specialty shops. Historic buildings have been relocated to Gaslamp from other parts of the San Diego, their nineteenth century architecture restored to its former glory. Restaurants, shops and clubs occupy former brothels and saloons. The nightlife is throbbing and vibrant 365 days a year. The Quarter is home to many events and festivals, including San Diego's Mardi Gras, Taste of Gaslamp and the city's St. Patrick's Day events ensuring that the Gaslamp Quarter will remain one of San Diego's favorite travel destinations.

2. Enjoy a free organ concert at 2 p.m. on Sundays at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion in lovely Balboa Park. The Spreckels brothers donated this - one of the world's largest outdoor pipe organs - to the City of San Diego for the Panama-California Exposition way back in 1914. The organ has more than 4000 pipes in length from the size of your finger to 32 feet. At the concerts you will hear world-famous organists play traditional favorites, waltzes and show tunes on enormous 32-foot pipes.

3. At dusk on the first Wednesday of each month, following the monthly "Sky Tonight" planetarium show in the Space Theater of the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, members of the San Diego Astronomy Association set up big telescopes by the large fountain in Balboa Park for free public sky viewing. See Saturn's rings through a big telescope as well as the moon, planets, nebulae and globular clusters - up close and personal.

4. Surf's up! Head up to Oceanside and visit the California Surf Museum. Antique and classic surfboards along with profiles of famous surfers are give you an insider's look at this unique SoCal sport. The museum is dedicated to archiving and displaying surfboards, surf art, skateboards, surf memorabilia, photographs and historical videos. Their "timeline of surfboards" exhibit includes wooden boards from the early 1900s all the way to today's modern boards. There is something surreal in combining education with what is considered the ultimate beach bum sport.

5. Explore the tide pools in LaJolla at low tide and see strange and unusual life forms. There's lots to see if you look closely: scuttling hermit crabs, colorful sea anemones, real octopus, creepy dead man's fingers and cavernous gaping barnacles. Many of these creatures shelter under rocks or bury themselves in the sand; some use their camouflage to hide in plain sight. Like a hidden puzzle, tide pools must be examined carefully to reveal their treasures. San Diego travel tip: look closely!

6. The Beach. We've got 70 miles of coastline here in San Diego - dozens of sun-worshiping possibilities. All San Diego beaches are free - perfect for reading that mystery novel, swimming, watching world-class surfers, people watching or just chilling.

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Terry Hunefeld retired in 2007 from his job as a CEO to follow his bliss of exploring the oceans of the world to observe seabirds and mammals. Hunefeld and his wife purchased, renovated and run the romanticInn At Moonlight Beach Bed and Breakfast in the San Diego area. For more information visit: Bed and Breakfasts in San Diego or San Diego Beach Hotels.

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Fitness and Fun Are Found At The Best Kid Summer Camps

By Erick D. Hanlon

Great summer camps for kids can be a life saver against summer boredom this year. Kids have a lot of energy, and they need time outside to move and develop their young physiques. The social skills that last a lifetime are essential for every kid to develop as well. Choosing the camp that is best for you kid is very important, and there are different things to consider. Don't make the error of sticking your child in a place where they won't have fun and won't grow. The summer is full of promise so take advantage of each moment.

The top kid summer camps offer an extensive variety of activities. Each kid has their own personal preferences and strong points. Every kid is unique and it is important to respect the differences and individuality. If there are a lot of choices they might also decide to explore something new. They might even find a new passion that they will end up following for the rest of their life.

A low camper to staff ratio is important to think about as well. Each staffer should not be caring for too many kids at once. If a kid is going to reach their goals they need supervision and a good guide. Typically the best summer camps for kids have a camper to staff ratio of about 4 to 1 or less.

There are many summer day camps for kids out there to choose from every year. Sometimes it is difficult to know if a place is credible and reliable. You obviously want to send your kid to a place where you have complete trust. Personal recommendations from a trusted source are great if you can get them. It is also important to make sure the place is accredited by a reliable authority.

It is a good idea to inquire about flexible attendance programs at each camp. Maybe your child has other things planned for the summer, and this only leaves two weeks for their camp stay. Some camps let you choose from as little as two weeks and up to as much as six weeks. You have the flexibility to plan around vacation and family time as well as meeting your kid's needs. It will be a tragedy if your kid's summer ends up full of TV and video game time. You have the opportunity to fill this summer full of special memories and healthy activity.

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Find the Best Quality Limo Service in Palm Coast

By John Adams

Meeting and exceeding client expectations is critical, regardless of what your business may be. Good word of mouth is so important. If you are interested in providing a high level of limousine service to your clients, Palm Coast is the perfect city for this. Many of the top-rated transportation companies provide limousine service in Palm Coast, Florida and the surrounding area.

The best Palm Coast limo services will go out of their way to make sure you and your clients are 100% satisfied. When you call a limousine company, not only does being on-time speak for their stature of service, but so does experiencing a good quality level of satisfaction. Servicing someone is more than just a limo ride or a drop off to a particular destination. It's a majestic behavior that takes place from one mind to another. The best Palm Coast limo services are willing to help people in the form of a service.

A better comfy ride on a limo is provided in Palm Coast by the up to date limo services. Some limo service companies provide with champagne or wine in case of a special occasion where you deserve to be treated as a V.I.P. A friendly rapport is to be offered by a good limousine service company.

A key factor in limo driving is knowing your way around the places where your clients need to go. Even owning a GPS doesn't mean you will arrive on time. The number one complaint of customers is when the driver does not know how to arrive at the destination. In the limo industry, poor sense of direction is not best business practice. Another key factor in limo driving is setting your business apart from the competitors. Provide a superb service with your limousines in the city of Palm Coast, and you will get positive results. The best Palm Coast limo services have modern cars and limo stretches to drive you around in style with a touch of class. These limo services will find the right limo for you and your special occasion.

Limo services may be necessary if you are planning a trip to Palm Coast for business or if you are bringing clients to town. A Palm Coast limo service can give your clients that little extra touch they deserve. Not only can a limo service impress a client it also makes their travel arrangements hassle-free. Regardless of your status there is a quality limo service here in Palm Coast that will meet your needs.

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The Importance Of Purchasing An Airport Parking

By Sue Carpenter

Most people are quite confused if they should bring their own car and leave it in the Seattle airport parking. There are times when you are just due for a weekend holiday and will be back soon. The problem is that you have no one to call when you arrive and it can cost you much if ride a taxi knowing that the traffic can be heavy.

It is recommended that you make careful consideration regarding the factors that may affect your decision. You will also benefit from being able to keep it parked in a safe place while you are out of town. It is a convenient way of traveling as well as having the luxury of spending your time at your own pace.

You can enjoy the discount codes that some companies give to consumers for promotional purposes. This is one way to let them experience how they are very capable in providing convenience to the customers. Apart from that, they make their own website where they post who different kinds of services.

There are several advantages when you opt to park your car in the nearby lot. You are assured that it is in a secure place and you will not waste time in looking for a taxi noting that everyone else may also be waiting for one. If you have a car nearby, you can ride your way out of the area without taking too much time.

There are individuals who are used to taking care of themselves and are uncomfortable if they had to call someone to pick them at the airport. They would rather bring their car over so that they will not disturb other family members who are also busy with their work. It can avoid annoyance in case the taxi driver does not show up on time.

There are times that you cannot ensure that every important thing will come to mind when you are packing lots of things. Thus, in case you remember that something has been left behind when you have already arrived at the airport, you can easily get back since you have a car. You can easily do certain things like stopping over a pharmacy for medicine if you control your time.

It can also give you a peace of mind knowing that your precious car is being parked in a secured place. Burglars may use this opportunity to steal your property knowing that no one is in your house. You will not have to worry about it as it reliable staff members are keeping it safe in the lot.

If you choose to avail some coupons to avail an affordable space, then you can take a tour in the internet sites. These companies have connections wherein you will be satisfied with their quality service. You can make reservations ahead of time to avoid hassles, guaranteed space and you will have more options to choose from.

There are several options of Seattle airport parking lots available that you can find in the internet. You can look for the price ranges and then compare in order for pick the best choice. Determine its reliability and reputation so that you never have to worry about their capabilities.

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A Guide To Beginners In Airsoft

By Sue Carpenter

A lot of people these days have found that war games like airsoft usa can be such a very engaging and interesting activity. Many have since added this as among their favorite pastimes. For beginners, it helps if they are well aware of some

There will be a number of factors that you'll need to consider before you should decide whether this is an activity that would be just right for you. Preparations are very essential part if you want assurance that you get to set things up the right way if you want to make the right decisions, thus, you're sure that this is really going to be a good pastime for you.

Determine how often you'd like to get involved with such an activity. Many people tend to engage in such games as one of their favorite pastimes. But they do not really want to do so at regular intervals. So they often end up doing so on specific times of the week. However, if you wish to take part pf these activities regularly, you have the option to do so.

Since there will be items that you will need to buy or to rent every time you'll need to take part of the activity, it's always very helpful if you'll consider setting an amount that you will need to use to get everything that you need. It helps a lot if you'll also take note about setting some limitations to your spending. After all, you want assurance that you'll only get to spend the right amount of funds at the end of the day.

If you want to engage in airsoft usa, you need to ensure that you have the right equipment, the right gears, and the right suit first. You have to have invest time, effort and money to get these items before you can start engaging in this activity. This can be a rather dangerous pastime without the right attire and the right gears. So, make sure you have them first.

If you do think that you can afford to spare the necessary cash to buy these items, it might help if you will consider buying the necessary equipment and accessories for you. It is always very helpful if you will consider going for the right establishments though. Make sure that the items you will get are going to be well worth the money that you're going to invest your cash in.

If you are a little short on cash, you can always choose to rent out the gears, the equipment, and the suit that you require. A number of establishments can be found around that offer these items for you. You can take the time to search around and determine if their rates will be reasonable enough. Be very sure, however, that you'll only go for those that offer durable, high quality materials.

It helps if you will find like-minded people who will enjoy the airsoft usa with you. It helps if you'll find your own niche of people who happen to share alike interest. This would be very helpful to ensure that every time you will engage in this particular activity, you know that you will fully enjoy the experience. After all, you have people who like doing the activity bonding with you.

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