At times it might be hard to decide whether to paint or stain your trim. It is always advisable to first of all make a decision on whether to paint or stain the trim because it is only after this decision that you will be able to narrow down to a specific choice from among the numerous decisions that are available. Painting is sometimes an expensive way of getting a look that you want and for this reason, it is always possible to use painted trim in some rooms and stained trim in other rooms. For you to achieve this condition of paint stain, just as you change the finish from one room to the other, that is the same time you make the transition as well. This mixed decision can be made by painting one side of the door and staining the other side depending on the decision of a professional designer. Take a look at the following comparison, it can really assist you in making a prudent decision.
A trim will take the stain in a different manner depending on the species of the wood. After selecting the species of the wood that you want to use, it is important to select the character and the type of cut of the wood. If you select an oak trim for example, the staining will be a golden stone. After you have made the decision on which of the stain color to use, you can now decide on the cut of the trim. Some of the choices of the cut that you can select include a quarter sawn, regular cut or any other that looks good to you. As the cut of the oak differs, the grain pattern shall also differ and this will result into a different look.
That is all about the staining but again there is a decision to make. You can decide whether to leave the oak free of any knots and blemishes or just leaving it free like that. Different decisions lead to different looks and by so doing, the prices also vary. Each species of wood will also take stains differently and this is why using the same color of stains on different wood species will always result to different looks.
The requirements for a painted trim sometimes is very advantageous. Painted trim is always very easy to maintain and that is why they are very common mostly in the new houses. Crisp white can be a very nice color in a room that is nicely trimmed out. A room like this will always have a tailored and a clean look to it.
Painting is advantageous because it allows you to use some materials that are less costly. Imagine having a fiber or a synthetic materials for trim in a room. It exactly gives an overall look of a painted trim.
Whichever the style you choose, whether paint stain, stain or pained trim, try to look for a trim that has a defined and sharp edges. The reason for this is to help the trim not to lose its crispness as some do after painting more than once. If still you are in a dilemma between staining and painting your trim, it is advisable that you hire a professional designer.


Presents the governmental structure. Includes also a reforms section.
Includes information about the institution itself, its members and international relations.
Constitutional background, history and legislative information about Armenia.
Political timeline of Armenia throughout history.
Includes biography, administration structure, constitution, news, country information, messages and photo archive.
Current Chiefs of State and Cabinet Members of Foreign Governments in Armenia.


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Q: Как при создании DataFrame из `pd.read_csv` пропустить первые строки? При создании DataFrame из pd.read_csv надо пропустить первые 13 строк, чтобы заголовок был: Pen Number; Date; Value.
Код такой:
events_data = pd.read_csv('D:\Trend.csv', sep=';', decimal=',',skiprows=range(0, 12))

Выход:
Unnamed: 0  Unnamed: 1  Unnamed: 2  Unnamed: 3
0   NaN     NaN     NaN     NaN

Пример CSV:
Trend Name; Number of Curves; DateFrom; DateTo
"XXXXXXXX";10;"2019-10-01 14:30:03";"2019-10-08 14:30:03"
Pen Number; Pen Name; Minimum; Maximum
0;"Q0312";0,000000;100000,000000
1;"Q0323";0,000000;200000,000000
2;"Q0411";0,000000;100000,000000
3;"Т0533ВВ";-50,000000;200,000000
4;"Т0534АВ";-50,000000;200,000000
5;"Т0534ВВ";-50,000000;200,000000
6;"Т0536";0,000000;100,000000
7;"Т0555";0,000000;200,000000
8;"F0411";0,000000;180,000000
9;"F0222";0,000000;9,000000
Pen Number; Date; Value
0;"2019-10-01 14:30:03";88296,023438
0;"2019-10-01 14:38:45";88310,406250
0;"2019-10-01 14:38:46";88310,421875
0;"2019-10-01 14:47:29";88324,812500
0;"2019-10-01 14:47:29";88324,820313

A: Воспользуйтесь параметром skiprows=13:
pd.read_csv(..., skiprows=13)

Для приведенного в вопросе примера:
In [50]: pd.read_csv(r"C:\Temp\test.csv", skiprows=13, sep=";",
                     skipinitialspace=True, parse_dates=["Date"])
Out[50]:
   Pen Number                Date         Value
0           0 2019-10-01 14:30:03  88296,023438
1           0 2019-10-01 14:38:45  88310,406250
2           0 2019-10-01 14:38:46  88310,421875
3           0 2019-10-01 14:47:29  88324,812500
4           0 2019-10-01 14:47:29  88324,820313

UPDATE:  ваш файл имеет кодировку 'utf-16-le' - именно поэтому у вас не получалось его правильно прочитать:
In [57]: pd.read_csv(r"C:\download\WinCC_OnlineTrendCtrl_2020_02_25_14_08_31.csv",
                     skiprows=13,
                     sep=";",
                     skipinitialspace=True,
                     encoding="utf-16-le")    # <---- NOTE !!!
Out[57]:
       Pen Number                 Date          Value
0               0  2020-02-22 14:05:00  118001,453125
1               0  2020-02-22 14:08:43  118005,648438
2               0  2020-02-22 14:08:44  118005,664063
3               0  2020-02-22 14:12:28  118009,875000
4               0  2020-02-22 14:12:28  118009,882813
...           ...                  ...            ...
22699           9  2020-02-25 13:54:33       0,617188
22700           9  2020-02-25 13:58:04       0,617188
22701           9  2020-02-25 13:58:43       0,638021
22702           9  2020-02-25 14:01:19       0,617188
22703           9  2020-02-25 14:04:33       0,638021

[22704 rows x 3 columns]

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Sample Chapter [PDF]
Social Worlds and the Leisure Experience
Robert A. Stebbins
University of Calgary, Canada
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Scholars in leisure studies have amassed an impressive record of knowledge bearing on the social worlds of diverse serious pursuits, yet this sphere of modern life still needs a coherent statement about what social worlds consist of, what they do, and where they fit in social theory. The core activities at the base of the leisure experience are pursued within the social world that encompasses such activity. To understand more fully why people are attracted to and continue with a serious pursuit, we must also understand its social world.
This concept is anchored in social theory and, in the domain of leisure, the serious leisure perspective. The social world and its accompanying ethos are centrally implicated as one of six distinctive qualities of the serious pursuits. Taking inspiration from Anselm Strauss, this book discusses the members of leisure social worlds and the activities they enthusiastically pursue, as well as examining the culture and communications of these worlds.
1. Conceptual Framework
2. Members and Their Activities
3. Culture and Communications
Robert A. Stebbins is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Sociology at the University of Calgary, Canada. He has written over 250 articles and chapters and written or edited more than 50 books, including Serious Leisure, Between Work and Leisure, Leisure's Legacy: Challenging the Common-Sense View of Free Time and The Idea of Leisure. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.
Metal Music and the Re-imagining of Masculinity, Place, Race and Nation
Karl Spracklen
The Olympic Games
Helen Jefferson Lenskyj
From Blofeld to Moneypenny
Education, Retirement and Career Transitions for 'Black' Ex-Professional Footballers
Digital Capital
Massimo Ragnedda
Understanding Intercultural Interaction
Frank Fitzpatrick
Music and Death
Marie Josephine Bennett
Games in Everyday Life
Nathan Hulsey
Ruth A. Deller
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import android.test.AndroidTestCase;

import com.qiniu.android.utils.Dns;

import junit.framework.Assert;

/**
 * Created by bailong on 15/1/5.
 */
public class DnsTest extends AndroidTestCase {
    public void testDns() {
        String ip = Dns.getAddressesString("qiniu.com");
        Assert.assertTrue(!ip.equals(""));
        ip = Dns.getAddressesString("nodns.qiniu.com");
        Assert.assertEquals("", ip);
    }
}

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    <body>
        <referenceBlock name="sales_creditmemo.grid.container">
            <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid" name="sales.creditmemo.grid" as="grid">
                <arguments>
                    <argument name="id" xsi:type="string">sales_creditmemo_grid</argument>
                    <argument name="dataSource" xsi:type="object">Magento\Sales\Model\Resource\Order\Creditmemo\Grid\Collection</argument>
                    <argument name="use_ajax" xsi:type="boolean">true</argument>
                    <argument name="default_sort" xsi:type="string">created_at</argument>
                    <argument name="default_dir" xsi:type="string">DESC</argument>
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                <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid\Massaction" name="sales.creditmemo.grid.massaction" as="grid.massaction">
                    <arguments>
                        <argument name="massaction_id_field" xsi:type="string">entity_id</argument>
                        <argument name="form_field_name" xsi:type="string">creditmemo_ids</argument>
                        <argument name="use_select_all" xsi:type="boolean">false</argument>
                        <argument name="options" xsi:type="array">
                            <item name="print_creditmemos" xsi:type="array">
                                <item name="label" xsi:type="string" translate="true">PDF Credit Memos</item>
                                <item name="url" xsi:type="string">sales/creditmemo/pdfcreditmemos</item>
                            </item>
                        </argument>
                    </arguments>
                </block>
                <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid\Export" name="sales.creditmemo.grid.export" as="grid.export">
                    <arguments>
                        <argument name="exportTypes" xsi:type="array">
                            <item name="csv" xsi:type="array">
                                <item name="urlPath" xsi:type="string">*/*/exportCsv</item>
                                <item name="label" xsi:type="string" translate="true">CSV</item>
                            </item>
                            <item name="excel" xsi:type="array">
                                <item name="urlPath" xsi:type="string">*/*/exportExcel</item>
                                <item name="label" xsi:type="string" translate="true">Excel XML</item>
                            </item>
                        </argument>
                    </arguments>
                </block>
                <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid\ColumnSet" as="grid.columnSet" name="sales.creditmemo.grid.columnSet">
                    <arguments>
                        <argument name="id" xsi:type="string">sales_creditmemo_grid</argument>
                        <argument name="rowupdaterUrl" xsi:type="array">
                            <item name="generatorClass" xsi:type="string">Magento\Sales\Model\Order\Grid\Row\UrlGenerator</item>
                            <item name="path" xsi:type="string">sales/creditmemo/view</item>
                            <item name="extraParamsTemplate" xsi:type="array">
                                <item name="creditmemo_id" xsi:type="string">getId</item>
                            </item>
                        </argument>
                    </arguments>
                    <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid\Column" as="real_creditmemo_id">
                        <arguments>
                            <argument name="header" xsi:type="string" translate="true">Credit Memo</argument>
                            <argument name="type" xsi:type="string">text</argument>
                            <argument name="index" xsi:type="string">increment_id</argument>
                            <argument name="id" xsi:type="string">real_creditmemo_id</argument>
                            <argument name="header_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-memo-number</argument>
                            <argument name="column_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-memo-number</argument>
                        </arguments>
                    </block>
                    <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid\Column" as="created_at">
                        <arguments>
                            <argument name="header" xsi:type="string" translate="true">Created</argument>
                            <argument name="type" xsi:type="string">datetime</argument>
                            <argument name="index" xsi:type="string">created_at</argument>
                            <argument name="id" xsi:type="string">created_at</argument>
                            <argument name="header_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-period</argument>
                            <argument name="column_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-period</argument>
                        </arguments>
                    </block>
                    <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid\Column" as="order_increment_id">
                        <arguments>
                            <argument name="header" xsi:type="string" translate="true">Order</argument>
                            <argument name="type" xsi:type="string">text</argument>
                            <argument name="index" xsi:type="string">order_increment_id</argument>
                            <argument name="id" xsi:type="string">order_increment_id</argument>
                            <argument name="header_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-order-number</argument>
                            <argument name="column_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-order-number</argument>
                        </arguments>
                    </block>
                    <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid\Column" as="order_created_at">
                        <arguments>
                            <argument name="header" xsi:type="string" translate="true">Order Date</argument>
                            <argument name="type" xsi:type="string">datetime</argument>
                            <argument name="index" xsi:type="string">order_created_at</argument>
                            <argument name="id" xsi:type="string">order_created_at</argument>
                            <argument name="header_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-period</argument>
                            <argument name="column_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-period</argument>
                        </arguments>
                    </block>
                    <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid\Column" as="billing_name">
                        <arguments>
                            <argument name="id" xsi:type="string">billing_name</argument>
                            <argument name="header" xsi:type="string" translate="true">Bill-to Name</argument>
                            <argument name="index" xsi:type="string">billing_name</argument>
                            <argument name="header_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-bill-to-name</argument>
                            <argument name="column_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-bill-to-name</argument>
                        </arguments>
                    </block>
                    <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid\Column" as="state">
                        <arguments>
                            <argument name="id" xsi:type="string">state</argument>
                            <argument name="header" xsi:type="string" translate="true">Status</argument>
                            <argument name="type" xsi:type="string">options</argument>
                            <argument name="index" xsi:type="string">state</argument>
                            <argument name="options" xsi:type="options" model="Magento\Sales\Model\Resource\Order\Creditmemo\Grid\StatusList"/>
                            <argument name="header_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-status</argument>
                            <argument name="column_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-status</argument>
                        </arguments>
                    </block>
                    <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid\Column" as="base_grand_total">
                        <arguments>
                            <argument name="id" xsi:type="string">grand_total</argument>
                            <argument name="header" xsi:type="string" translate="true">Refunded</argument>
                            <argument name="type" xsi:type="string">currency</argument>
                            <argument name="currency" xsi:type="string">order_currency_code</argument>
                            <argument name="rate" xsi:type="string">1</argument>
                            <argument name="index" xsi:type="string">grand_total</argument>
                            <argument name="header_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-refunded</argument>
                            <argument name="column_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-refunded</argument>
                        </arguments>
                    </block>
                    <block class="Magento\Backend\Block\Widget\Grid\Column" as="action" acl="Magento_Sales::actions_view">
                        <arguments>
                            <argument name="id" xsi:type="string">action</argument>
                            <argument name="header" xsi:type="string" translate="true">Action</argument>
                            <argument name="type" xsi:type="string">action</argument>
                            <argument name="getter" xsi:type="string">getId</argument>
                            <argument name="filter" xsi:type="boolean">false</argument>
                            <argument name="sortable" xsi:type="boolean">false</argument>
                            <argument name="is_system" xsi:type="boolean">true</argument>
                            <argument name="actions" xsi:type="array">
                                <item name="view_action" xsi:type="array">
                                    <item name="caption" xsi:type="string" translate="true">View</item>
                                    <item name="url" xsi:type="array">
                                        <item name="base" xsi:type="string">sales/creditmemo/view</item>
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                                    <item name="field" xsi:type="string">creditmemo_id</item>
                                </item>
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                            <argument name="header_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-actions</argument>
                            <argument name="column_css_class" xsi:type="string">col-actions</argument>
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Letters: If a wall's so important, why don't people want it?
If a wall's so important, why don't people want it?
When President Kennedy advocated for putting a man on the moon, he didn't need to shut down the government to get funding for the project: The people and the Congress supported the idea.
When President Eisenhower proposed an interstate highway system, he didn't need to shut the government down. Again, the people and the Congress recognized the merit of the proposal.
Today, we have President Trump insisting that building a wall on the southern border is vitally important. But he can't convince the people or the Congress that a wall is necessary, so he has shut down the government until he gets what he wants. He refuses to separate the wall funding from other government funding; apparently he is not confident that he can sell the wall on its own merits.
Meanwhile, Trump has told Nancy Pelosi that she should fly commercial rather than military for her planned trip to Europe and the Middle East. With the exception of the Coast Guard, the military is getting paid during the shutdown, which means military employees would be paid for their time and work transporting Pelosi. That is not the case if she flies commercial. Air traffic controllers and TSA employees are working without pay in the commercial sector of air travel. Why does the President want to increase their workload?
I have opinions, but I don't have answers.


The performing arts flourish in the Central Catskills. Art centers, festival grounds, community halls, historic venues and nightspots showcase traditional, folk, jazz, blues and classical music; community and professional theater; modern and ethnic dance; and much more. Below is a list of all the places on the Byway that you may find entertaining! If you are looking for somewhere in a specific town, you may visit the town pages: the Town of Olive; the Town of Shandaken; the Town of Middletown; and the Town of Andes or use the Communities sections in the navigation above.


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La Carta de la Senora Gonzalez
By	Sergio Lairla, Ana G. Lartitegui
A letter's imaginary journey is never easy! This latest title by Sergio Lairla (text) Ana G. Lartitegui (illustrations), is an ode to life, and mostly love and its very complex journey. It is a representation of how chance is part of life and how life itself rarely moves in a straight line. After spending a sleepless night, thinking about what to say to Mr. Lairla, Ms. González writes a letter which smells of cherries, like Mr. Lairla's tobacco pipe. The cherry smell will catch the attention of the mailman who will undertake an exciting trip to deliver it. Thus begins a story in which different levels of reality are chained together. A unique book where every metaphor is likely to become a literal image, so that the reader will accompany this letter from the mailman's bag, through a ditch, a fish's belly, a giant's throat and many more places until it lands in the hands of Mr. Lairla. The journey of a love letter becomes a dreamed adventure in the pages of this admirably constructed book. First published by the FCE (Mexico) in 2000; winner of an honourable mention in the III Illustrated Contest A la orilla del viento; winner of the first place in the V International Prize for Children and Youth 2000 of CONACULTA (Mexico); this picture book is now presented in a new edition completely renewed, at the level of image, text and design.
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The Catholic Athletic Association inducted three men into its Hall of Fame Feb. 11 at Mendakota Country Club in Mendota Heights.
All three are long-time participants in the program, which serves Catholic grade school students in the St. Paul area. Induc- tees are Bob Doane, Ted Steichen and Bob Tschida.
Doane is a long-time coach at Nativity of Our Lord School, in St. Paul. He coached swimming track, basketball and baseball. He coached swimming for 34 years, and noted in his acceptance speech that his girls track team never lost a meet during the years he coached. He attended Holy Spirit School in St. Paul.
Tschida, who also went to grade school at Holy Spirit, has coached baseball at Highland Catholic School in St. Paul since 1984. Among the many athletes he has coached are Jack and Buzz Hannahan, who both attended the school. Jack, a Major League baseball player in his seventh season, signed a two-year contract with the Cincinnati Reds in December. Buzz also has played professional baseball and now lives in Rochester. Prior to Highland Catholic, Tschida coached at Immaculate Heart of Mary-St. Luke School in St. Paul.
Steichen, who attended St. Agnes School in St. Paul through 12th grade, was owner of Steichen's Sporting Goods in Roseville, which closed in 2012 after opening in 1954. Steichen, who retired from the business in 1999, supplied uniforms and other equipment to CAA, often at a substantial discount.
The CAA, which is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year, serves more than 5,000 kids annually from about 50 schools in St. Paul and the surrounding suburbs.


Why Maine Loves Its Lobstahs!
There are many reasons why Maine might really love their popular crustacean, the lobster. Part of it is the taste and the other part is, well, the money they bring in.
You may not have known this, but about 40 million pounds of lobsters are caught off the coast of the Pine Tree State and account for about 90-percent of the supply of the nation.
So if lobsters run say $8.99 a pound, 40 million pounds would basically bring about $360 million dollars in a year. That's a lot of cash, but more so, a lot of lobstah!
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Graby (niem. Luisenwalde) – wieś w Polsce położona w województwie wielkopolskim, w powiecie gnieźnieńskim, w gminie Czerniejewo.

W latach 1975–1998 miejscowość administracyjnie należała do województwa poznańskiego.

Zobacz też: Graby

Przypisy

Graby (województwo wielkopolskie)

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State of the nation – an austerity budget and corruption trials
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February will be decision month for President Ramaphosa and finance chief Tito Mboweni
The grandiose state opening of parliament and state of the nation address scheduled for 11 February have been radically scaled down, not only to meet the public health demands of the coronavirus pandemic but also to send a message about the financial morass.
Only 50 people, instead of the usual 1,200, will attend the parliamentary session when President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers his state of the nation address in parliament next Thursday. Gone too are the red carpets, military parades and soldiers placed across the centre of Cape Town, 21-gun salutes and the elite fashionistas parading the latest outfits in front of the cameras. The budget for the event has been cut to 2.4 million rand (US$160,000).
This sombre backdrop will intensify the focus on Ramaphosa's message this year. It will be dominated by the pandemic. The good news is that the case load is down to around 5,000 a day from over four times that figure. That allowed Ramaphosa to end the closure of the beaches and parks, as well as the ban on alcohol at the beginning of this month.
Exasperated by the public furore over the government's failure to secure vaccine supplies, the efforts were hobbled by turf wars between the Treasury department and the Health ministry, Ramaphosa will talk up the first consignment of vaccines into the country this week (AC Vol 62 No 2, A scramble for vaccines & Vol 62 No 3, Shot in the dark).
As outgoing chairman of the African Union, Ramaphosa and the Africa Centres for Disease Control's John Nkengasong have been battling with big pharmaceutical companies and government bureaucracies to organise shipments of vaccines across the continent.
But South Africans are expecting a clear response from Ramaphosa to unfolding revelations at the Zondo Commission about ousted President Jacob Zuma's operation of a parallel spy network within the state security system. That testimony has been corroborated by the current acting Director-General of the State Security Agency, Loyiso Jafta.
Several of those linked to the testimony about Zuma's spy network still hold senior positions in the government. Zuma risks arrest for refusing to appear before the Zondo Commission which he dismisses and 'politically biased'. He is due to appear before the Zondo Commission on 15 February.
Zuma's stance is supported by Ace Magashule, Secretary General of the African National Congress, due in court on 19 February on charges of grand corruption. Six days before then, Ramaphosa's support in the ANC will be tested when the National Executive Committee debates whether Magashule should be compelled to step down from his number two position in the party.
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Vol 62 No 2 |
A scramble for vaccines
Despite pious pledges of equal access to the shots, Africa is losing out. Fixing that will take more cooperation and bold policy
While the outgoing chair of the African Union, South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa, was able to make a triumphant announcement on 13 January that the AU had 'secured' 230 mill...
Shot in the dark
As officials argue over vaccine funding, the African country worst hit by the pandemic is fumbling its chance to limit the damage
A politically charged fight between the Treasury and the Health Department has derailed the government's bid to buy vaccines cheaply and quickly. Doctors and scientists criticise o...
Vol 61 No 13 |
State companies in the firing line
With the ANC leadership united to fight the pandemic, President Ramaphosa may bring in liberalising reforms and end the bail-outs
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni's post-Covid-19 budget is a balancing act that offers President Cyril Ramaphosa a chance to radically restructure the country's ailing state-owned ent...
The real post-election fight
Although the ANC is set to win over 50% in the election, that won't settle the factional rivalries over economic interests and policies
The African National Congress is in far worse shape than it should be as it heads for victory in the 8 May elections. President Cyril Ramaphosa is still struggling to overcome the ...
Heroes and villains in the pandemic
The coronavirus outbreak has turned the spotlight on those in charge, highlighting successes and exposing deficiencies
With South Africa in the third week of a lockdown that may only be lifted at the end of April, and possibly not even then, President Cyril Ramaphosa and Health Minister Zweli Mkhiz...
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Emma Goldman (Kaunas, 27. lipnja 1869. – Toronto, 14. svibnja 1940.), američka politička aktivistica, poznata kao jedna od prvih predstavnica anarho-komunizma i feminizma.

Rođena je u carskoj Rusiji, u obitelji židovskog porijekla, te je godine 1886. emigirirala u SAD. Tamo se priključila anarhističkom pokretu. Zbog svojih stavova je bila proganjana, a godine 1901. uhićena i osumnjičena za sudjelovanje u atentatu na predsjednika SAD-a Williama McKinleya. Bila je jedna od prvih žena koja se zalagala za kontracepciju. Godine 1917. je zbog protivljenja ulasku SAD-a u Prvi svjetski rat protjerana u Rusiju, gdje je bila svjedokom Oktobarske revolucije. Tamo se razočarala u boljševičku vlast te promijenila svoje stavove, odbacivši svako nasilje osim u samoobrani. Godine 1936. podržavala je republikansku stranu u Španjolskom građanskom ratu te napisala dirljivi nekrolog španjolskom anarhističkom vođi Buonaventuri Duruttiju.

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When cars came around, we had almost forgotten about the once-famous bicycles. Travelling had become faster and more comfortable with cars after all. But then, as we are turning towards more eco-friendly ways, the popularity of cycles is slowly rising up again. Environmentalists agree that these eco-friendly vehicles are the best bet against cars unless cheaper eco-friendly cars start appearing commercially.
Even physicians recommend cycling – it exerts your body, is an awesome means of cardio, and looks after your overall health. In general, physicians have suggested that regular physical activities can help us prevent major diseases like diabetes, cancer, obesity, and even boost up our confidence levels. Especially in the modern age with the sedentary life that we are leading, it is of utmost importance that we take care of our body and mind. Cycling could be one of the ways to achieve that.
But these are stressful times when we are mostly working on time-sensitive projects. We do not have the time to cycle to work. Automobiles still rule when it comes to time management. So, everyone around the world is in a strange fix – how can cycling be made attractive.
Poland came up with an awesome answer. How would you love to cycle on a glowing road? Back in 2016, Poland unveiled the glow-in-the-dark bike lane. Located in Lidzbark Warminski, Poland, the urban planners of this area have always wanted to find an innovative method to make cycling safer, especially during nights. Plus, they wanted to make it attractive. So, they developed a path that is made of luminophores, which are small crystal-like particles of phosphor.
These are solar-powered particles which get recharged by the sun in the day, and can glow up to 10 hours during nighttime. Engineered by the TPA Instytut Badań Technicznych Sp. z o.o, this path was partially inspired by the solar-powered bike lane Van Gogh-Roosegaarde Bicycle Path that was unveiled in 2014 in Studio Roosegaarde, Netherlands. However, the lane of Poland is a bit different. Unlike the bike road of Netherlands which uses solar-powered LEDs, the road in Poland does not use any kind of external power. The design generates power on its own and it has been tested for wear and tear. It has been estimated to be long-lasting and we can hope it remains so.


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35 Top Glamping Resorts in the U.S. | Travel
The Resort at Paws Up: Greenough, Montana
Terramor Outdoor Resort: Bar Harbor, Maine
Backland: Williams, Arizona
Wylder Hotel Hope Valley: Hope Valley, California
Klarhet: Lutsen, Minnesota
Cuyuna Cove: Crosby, Minnesota
Naturluxe & Stars: Watkins Glen, New York
Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo: River Ranch, Florida
Bodhi Farms: Bozeman, Montana
Camp Long Creek: Ridgedale, Missouri
Alila Ventana Big Sur: Big Sur, California
Treebones Resort: Big Sur, California
Under Canvas: Multiple Locations
Little Arrow Outdoor Resort: Townsend, Tennessee
Asheville Glamping: Asheville, North Carolina
Safari West: Santa Rosa, California
El Cosmico: Marfa, Texas
Collective Retreats: Multiple Locations
Dunton River Camp: Dolores, Colorado
Capitol Reef Resort: Torrey, Utah
Sinya on Lone Man Creek: Wimberley, Texas
The Ranch at Rock Creek: Philipsburg, Montana
Borealis Basecamp: Fairbanks, Alaska
Little Raccoon Key: Jekyll Island, Georgia
Firelight Camps: Ithaca, New York
Sandy Pines Campground: Kennebunkport, Maine
Mendocino Grove: Mendocino, California
Huttopia: Multiple Locations
AutoCamp: Multiple Locations
Royal Gorge Cabins: Cañon City, Colorado
Getaway: Multiple Locations
Lakedale: San Juan Island, Washington
The Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls: Logan, Ohio
The Vintages Trailer Resort: Dayton, Oregon
Eastwind Hotel & Bar: Lake Placid, New York
Many pre-pandemic travel trends, including international jaunts, all-inclusive resort vacations and multigenerational trips, are back in 2022. But perhaps the year's most notable travel trend is glamping, with 7 in 10 households identifying themselves as at least occasional campers or glampers as of 2021, according to the 2022 North American Camping Report conducted by Kampgrounds of America, or KOA.
While glamping has long piqued the interest of campers and noncampers alike – the term was first used around 2007 and the concept technically dates back to pre-historic times – this practice is now booming as a result of the pandemic. Glamping has cured the travel itch for many during uncertain times, allowing people to socially distance from others and even work from their campsites while enjoying the comforts of home and the luxuries of a hotel in the great outdoors.
Jon Staff, CEO and founder of Getaway, a tiny-cabin rental company whose bookings have surged in recent years, also attributes the glamping trend to another factor: a need to disconnect. "I built Getaway because I recognized that we could all benefit from the restorative power of nature and the disconnection from our devices and schedules," Staff said. "This led to my mission, and Getaway's mission, to create more space in the world for free time."
Glamping is exactly what it sounds like: glamorous camping. If you're enticed by the idea of camping but don't want to deal with the inevitable grunt work that comes with it, glamping may be the perfect compromise. The glamour portion refers to the features and amenities similar to what you typically enjoy at a hotel or vacation rental. Accommodation options, for example, range from a sturdier "tent" (often a house frame draped in canvas) to a travel trailer such as an Airstream to a cabin (in an experience sometimes called "cabineering"). Other amenities include, at minimum, a proper bed; a private bathroom or a shared bathhouse that still feels private; electricity, including heat and air conditioning; and a staff to call upon. In most cases, however, glamping resorts offer so much more – think complimentary activities, gourmet dining options, pools and hot tubs, and even spa services. Many glamping resorts are also pet-friendly.
If you're ready to plan a glamping getaway, consider this your short list for luxury glamping resorts in California, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Texas and other destinations across the U.S.
(Courtesy of The Resort at Paws Up)
There's glamping, and then there's glamping at The Resort at Paws Up. One of the pioneers of modern-day glamping, The Resort at Paws Up offers six exclusive glamping camps (with prices to match), each one offering a different experience. Solo travelers and couples will love the two-story Tree Haus at the resort's new adults-only retreat, the green o, while the North Bank Camp – with three-bedroom, two-bathroom tents – is ideal for large families. You can book an individual tent or, if traveling with extended family and/or friends, you might consider booking an entire camp.
Glamping guests enjoy a dedicated camping butler and, because this is an all-inclusive resort, three gourmet meals with alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages daily. Select activities such as pony rides and snow tubing are covered in nightly rates. For additional fees you can also take advantage of the many unique guided activities and excursions you don't find at most resorts, from skijoring, where a skier is pulled by a horse or dogs, to hot air balloon rides. On-site transportation and shuttle service to and from Missoula Montana Airport, about 35 miles away, is also included in your stay. While the lodging and amenities make Paws Up one of the best glamping resorts in the U.S., it's the staff members who have earned this resort rave reviews from previous guests.
The Resort at Paws Up offers glamping mid-May through mid-October, while the green o is available for stays year-round.
Address: 40060 Paws Up Road, Greenough, MT 59823
(Courtesy of Terramor Outdoor Resort)
As KOA's first foray into glamping, Terramor Outdoor Resort offers luxury tent accommodations near Acadia National Park in Maine. All tents feature private bathrooms, though the types vary in whether they can sleep two people or up to five. This family-friendly resort features a pool and hot tub, lawn games, live entertainment, evening campfires, stargazing lectures, and an on-site restaurant and bar where guests can enjoy craft cocktails and regionally sourced beers. Pets are also welcome at Terramor, especially in the on-site dog park.
As of 2022, Terramor is a designated stop for the Island Explorer, a free shuttle service that transports visitors to Acadia National Park, downtown Bar Harbor and other areas of interest on Mount Desert Island. The Island Explorer operates seasonally, from mid-June to mid-October.
Address: 1453 Maine state Route 102, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
(Courtesy of Backland)
New in 2022 is Backland, a remote resort with four glamping options: the Suite, Grand Suite, Sky Suite and Grand Sky Suite. The latter two feature a view of the stars from a 16-foot skylight over the bed, but all four are fitted with panoramic windows for breathtaking views of the Arizona wilderness. Tents accommodate up to either four or six guests – plus no more than two pets – and each features king-sized beds, a full en suite bathroom with a shower, luxury linens, electricity, automatic climate control, an outdoor patio, a coffee maker, a mini fridge, housekeeping and some toiletries. Backland purposefully doesn't offer Wi-Fi, though, as guests are encouraged to unplug during their stay. Instead of doomscrolling on social media, you can enjoy horseback riding, bird-watching, stargazing, geocaching, electric biking and roasting s'mores over a campfire. There's also a tented spa, restaurant and pond with a beach.
Address: 6929 E. Rosilda Springs Road, Williams, AZ 86046
(Ren Fuller/Courtesy of Wylder Hotel Hope Valley)
Old meets new at the Wylder Hotel Hope Valley in northern California. Purchased by Wylder Hotels in 2020, the nearly century-old resort touts restored cabins (which maintain much of their original charm) and new glamping accommodations. These options for glampers include yurts with wood fireplaces and private soaking tubs; cabins with fully equipped kitchens that can fit up to 10 guests; and a restored 1951 vintage Spartan trailer with a kitchen, bathroom, seating area and deck. Set on 165 acres amid the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the Wylder Hotel Hope Valley is just over a 25-mile drive from Lake Tahoe, the most well-known lake in California.
Four-season activities at this resort include snowshoeing and sledding in the winter, and hiking and mountain biking in the summer. The Wylder Hotel Hope Valley also features a wood-burning sauna, swimming hole, general store, and on-site restaurant where breakfast, lunch and dinner plus apres-ski on a heated outdoor patio are available.
Address: 14255 California state Route 88, Hope Valley, CA 96120
(Courtesy of Klarhet)
Klarhet, which means "clarity" in Swedish, aims to bring just that to its glamping guests. The intimate property is located on the shores of Lake Superior and surrounded by a regenerative food forest, where an assortment of edible plants and animals attempts to mimic natural ecosystems.
Klarhet offers just four domes – Raidho, Dagaz, Laguz and Berkanan – which all bring the outdoors inside with stellar views of the night sky and lush greenery. Each dome is equipped with king- and queen-size beds and sustainably sourced cotton bedding; a large fan; a toilet; a custom rainfall shower; Public Goods bath amenities; Turkish bath linens, bathrobes and slippers; and a yoga mat. Amenities at Klarhet include a communal fire pit, board games and snowshoes, with more offerings – such as a teaching kitchen and culinary tastings – in the works. Recent guests praise everything about Klarhet, from the accommodations to the staff.
Address: 233 Ski Hill Road, Lutsen, MN 55612
(Courtesy of Cuyuna Cove)
While you can tuck into a cozy cabin at Cuyuna Cove any time of the year, travelers who visit from May through October also have the option to stay in a glamping tent. Each tent sleeps two adult guests in one queen bed, with some options also offering two foldable cots for children. Tents also feature a heated blanket or oscillating fan, a French press with organic coffee beans, a noise machine, charging outlets, a vintage lantern, the always-important wine opener and more. Outside of each site, there's a fire pit with a grate for grilling, a hammock, a table and camp chairs. Toilets and showers are available in an indoor/outdoor bathhouse with complimentary shampoo, conditioner and body wash.
With bike storage at the tents and free use of two inflatable paddleboards, Cuyuna Cove helps you take advantage of activities such as various types of biking and water sports on the lake. When you're ready to slow things down, a Nordic-style redwood sauna awaits you. Close by, you can also explore the historic Main Street in the former mining town of Crosby, replete with restaurants, coffee shops and a brewery. Cuyuna Cove is about 125 miles north of Minneapolis, making it an ideal weekend getaway destination for city dwellers.
Address: 22642 Minnesota state Highway 6, Crosby, MN 56441
(Brian Aiken/Courtesy of Neon Cloud Productions)
If you've been wanting to see New York's Finger Lakes, here's your sign that it's time to book that trip: A glamping resort near Watkins Glen State Park opened in 2021. Naturluxe & Stars offers three glamping options, one of which is the safari tents with toilets, sinks and showers. While the other two tent types – platform and bell – don't have private bathrooms, the shared bathhouse does, with the addition of a private outdoor shower. Rates include a complimentary continental breakfast each morning, nightly campfire s'mores, lawn games and access to 42 private acres of hiking trails. Naturluxe & Stars is located next to Watkins Glen International racetrack, but don't worry – you typically won't hear the roar of the engines past 4:30 p.m.
Address: 2870 New York county Route 16, Watkins Glen, NY 14891
(Courtesy of Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo)
The Sunshine State is synonymous with theme parks and beaches, so you might be surprised to learn you can also go glamping in Florida.
At Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo near Kissimmee, you can spend the night in a variety of luxury glamping accommodations, each with a private bathroom and kitchenette. Choose from a climate-controlled tent, a 651-square-foot luxe conical tent with a living room, or a luxe Conestoga wagon, which has space for up to six guests. Regular glamping tents with separate bathroom facilities are also available. Guests of all the glamping accommodations enjoy perks such as coffee and pastry deliveries each morning and access to a personal concierge; if you opt for one of the three luxury glamping options, another special amenity is a golf cart for roaming the property.
Not only is Westgate River Ranch considered a glamping resort, but it's also the largest dude ranch east of the Mississippi. Guests are encouraged to take advantage of this property's activities and amenities: airboat and swamp buggy rides, horseback riding, an archery range, a petting farm, a weekly rodeo, an on-site steakhouse and more. Resort activities, including VIP tickets to the rodeo, are covered in rates for glamping guests staying in one of the two luxe accommodations, making the experience nearly all-inclusive. Previous visitors agree this relaxed resort is a fun alternative to the nearby theme parks in Orlando.
Address: 3200 River Ranch Blvd., River Ranch, FL 33867
(Courtesy of Bodhi Farms)
Nestled beside the Gallatin Mountains, Bodhi Farms allows travelers to sustainably and authentically experience the beauty of Montana through immersive activities and amenities. The warmer months boast creekside yoga and spa services, farming projects such as gardening and caring for livestock, a wood-fired sauna, nightly campfires, and fly fishing both on- and off-site. Farm-to-table dining at the Field Kitchen restaurant – situated on an open-air patio during the summer – includes a Sunday Cowboy Brunch. Complimentary breakfast is available to guests of the resort's nine glamping tents, another highlight of this eco resort.
Available for stays from May to October, each cone-shaped tent features either one king bed or two twin beds (plus a plush dog bed if you decide to bring Fido), as well as two porches at opposite ends, two lounge chairs, a hammock, plenty of natural light, and heaters and fans upon request. Luxurious bathrooms are shared, yet still feel private, and Bodhi Farms provides eco-friendly toiletries and complimentary bathrobes.
Address: 13624 S. Cottonwood Road, Bozeman, MT 59718
(Courtesy of Camp Long Creek)
Named for its location on Table Rock Lake at Big Cedar Lodge, Camp Long Creek offers glamping near Branson, Missouri. Its glamping units bring wood floors and chandeliers into a canvas tent, with each offering an outdoor bathtub, fire pit, table and chairs, small fridge and coffee maker, and sleeping accommodations for two. These tents are scattered around the property, so views range from the lake to the forest. All units are dog-friendly and feature a private bathroom.
When you're not white-knuckling the roller coasters at Silver Dollar City (considered one of the best amusement parks in the U.S.) or uncovering history at the Titanic Museum Attraction, take time to enjoy the resort's activities such as golfing, horseback riding, hiking, or boating and fishing on the lake. Other amenities include pools and hot tubs, a fitness center, and a canteen with grab-and-go bites and beverages. Previous guests rave about the setting and conveniences of glamping at this resort.
Address: 1358 Long Creek Road, Ridgedale, MO 65739
(Courtesy of Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort)
There are a few places in California that offer luxury in a destination where you would otherwise have to rough it. In Big Sur, a region that is only accessible via one road and doesn't always offer electricity, travelers will find a limited selection of five-star accommodations – among them Alila Ventana Big Sur. The resort offers safari-style tents in a 20-acre redwood canyon, all equipped with plush beds, electric lamps, instant hot and cold potable water with sinks, and power outlets with USB ports. Glampers can also make use of amenities for enjoying the outdoors, such as Adirondack chairs, wood-burning fire pits and picnic tables. Restrooms and showers are available at a shared, well-maintained bathhouse.
Glamping guests can purchase the Spa Alila Day Pass, which includes one 50-minute massage or facial, one poolside entree and one nonalcoholic beverage, plus full access to the meadow pool, infinity hot tub and sauna. You also have the option to enjoy fine dining at The Sur House on-site. Some parts of the Alila Ventana Big Sur grounds are currently reserved for resort guests only, so glampers will not have access to certain facilities.
Address: 48123 California state Route 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
(Courtesy of Kodiak Greenwood)
If you want to glamp in Big Sur, you might also consider Treebones Resort, which offers yurts with king beds and modern furnishings, as well as accommodations you're not likely to find elsewhere. The Autonomous Camp Collection's twin units, which can best be described as a full apartment fit into a tent, take glamping to the next level; this solar-powered, upscale option is complete with a bedroom, en suite bathroom, lounge area and outdoor deck. For a more rustic but no less unique stay, the Human Nest campsite is exactly what it sounds like – meaning you'll need to bring your own bedding and tent for protection from the elements when you sleep on the futon pad inside this wood art.
Something else Treebones Resort has that you don't find at most glamping resorts? Sushi. The Wild Coast Sushi Bar features an omakase dining experience in which patrons sit face to face with the chef, who uses their reactions to craft the 14-course tasting menu. Previous guests say it's an absolute must when staying here. You can also dine at The Lodge Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch and a three-course dinner. Other on-site amenities include a massage studio and yoga. The rugged coastline views at Treebones Resort rival many in the area, and glampers may also choose to explore the beauty of Big Sur through guided excursions.
(Bailey Made/Courtesy of Under Canvas)
First-time glampers should consider Under Canvas, which offers glamping locations nationwide. Guests in the safari-style tents enjoy king-sized beds, wood-burning stoves, West Elm patio furnishings, and en suite bathrooms with organic bath products and hot running water. On-site cafe-style dining (including locally sourced ingredients) is available in addition to complimentary camp programming that spans yoga, guided hikes, live acoustic music, fireside chats and s'mores. At Under Canvas Yellowstone, there's a coffee bar and an event space just for kids, while at Under Canvas Grand Canyon, guests can sip cocktails at the new outdoor bar. Past guests of Under Canvas Lake Powell – Grand Staircase, one of the brand's newest properties, say the experience is magical. Under Canvas operates seasonally, with dates varying for each site.
(Courtesy of Little Arrow Outdoor Resort)
Aside from Under Canvas' Great Smoky Mountains location, there are several individually owned resorts and rentals with glamping in Tennessee. Among the best options is Little Arrow Outdoor Resort, which in addition to its modernized cabins and tiny homes offers glamping tents. These glamping accommodations come in three forms: the Luxury Glamping Lodge, Luxury Glamping Tents and Primitive Glamping Tents – all equipped with plush bedding, heat and air conditioning, and a fire pit with a grill grate. The luxury options come with private bathrooms and kitchenettes, while the "primitive" experience means you'll have to venture over to the bathhouses.
An exhaustive list of resort amenities includes a lounge with coffee, games and books; a zero-entry swimming pool, splash pad and hot tub; outdoor spa services; a dog park (yes, the resort is pet-friendly); a playground; a community garden; sports courts; and food truck service. Don't forget to explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park, just minutes from the resort. Recent guests say Little Arrow Outdoor Resort is especially fun for families and groups.
Address: 118 Stables Drive, Townsend, TN 37882
Asheville Glamping stands out for the variety of accommodation options it offers across three sites near Asheville, North Carolina. In addition to traditional glamping tents, travelers can rent a treehouse or a variety of domes, one of which sleeps eight people and features an indoor slide. Amenities vary by accommodation category. If you select a safari tent (which sleeps up to five guests with an additional cot), you'll enjoy a queen-sized bed and a futon; an outdoor propane grill, fire pit and picnic table; air conditioning; and a shared bathhouse with toilets and showers. Pets are welcome at Asheville Glamping, and you'll find plenty of local outdoor adventures to enjoy with your furry family members.
(Courtesy of Safari West)
Safari West gives visitors the chance to experience an overnight safari without having to travel all the way to Africa. While certainly less grand than an adventure in Serengeti National Park, Safari West, which calls itself Sonoma's version of the Serengeti, is still pretty impressive, spanning 400 acres with nearly 900 animals. Accommodations, imported from Botswana, are raised tents that let guests watch the wildlife (separated by fencing, of course) from their private decks. The number and size of beds vary depending which tent you book. All tents feature rustic furnishings, polished hardwood floors and en suite bathrooms; overnight guests enjoy complimentary continental breakfast daily. Previous guests say Safari West is especially fun for kids.
Address: 3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(Nick Simonite/Courtesy of El Cosmico)
If you're looking for a pet-friendly glampground with whimsy, consider the stylish El Cosmico in the small desert city of Marfa, Texas. Luxury accommodations include new Bushtec Tents, which combine cabin and camp life with electricity, vintage soaking tubs, outdoor showers, and front and back decks. Solar-powered Jupe Tents, designed by a team from SpaceX and Tesla, will be debuted soon. Travelers also have the option to stay in a safari or cone-shaped tent (similar to traditional camping, but with a bed and charging outlets), vintage trailer, yurt or the Cosmic Kasita, a limited-edition bunkhouse. With the exception of some of the trailers and the Cosmic Kasita, most accommodations don't have private indoor bathrooms, so you'll use a communal bathhouse. El Cosmico also offers a communal outdoor kitchen and dining area, bike rentals, a provisions store, a hammock grove, an outdoor stage and wood-fired Dutch hot tubs.
Address: 802 S. Highland Ave., Marfa, TX 79843
(Courtesy of Collective Retreats)
Did you know you can go glamping in the concrete jungle of New York City? It's all thanks to the creative minds behind Collective Retreats, which operates two other glamping resorts – in Texas Hill Country and Vail, Colorado – with several others in the works. Accommodations in every location are pretty cushy; these glamping tents come in different varieties but all boast luxurious linens, panoramic views, electricity and upscale toiletries. Some tent types, such as the Outlook Shelter exclusive to the Governors Island resort in New York, feature an en suite bathroom, while others require you to use a shared bathhouse. Collective Retreats offers an array of activities across its locations, whether you want to get a massage in New York, make your own hot sauce in Texas or ride a horse in Colorado. You can also enjoy the on-site dining experiences, including a chef's tasting menu – and, on Governors Island, a complimentary in-tent breakfast.
(Courtesy of Dunton River Camp)
Situated on 500 acres in the Colorado Rockies, this former cattle ranch is surrounded on all sides by verdant meadows and forests radiating a sense of adventure. Dunton River Camp is not only stunning but also intimate: It has just eight safari tents on-site. Each tent, sitting on a 640-square-foot wooden platform, comes equipped with luxe amenities including a king-sized bed, a gas stove, complimentary Wi-Fi access, two mountain bikes, a private bathroom with a 6-foot soaker tub and shower, and a towel warmer. Guests can choose between glamping sites with views of the Dolores River or the mountains. Nightly rates, based on two guests, include all meals and beverages (including nonalcoholic and alcoholic drinks at the resort's new lounge, Barbara's Bar), making this an all-inclusive resort. Keep in mind that Dunton River Camp is only open in summer. You can find Dunton River Camp in southwestern Colorado, about 155 miles south of Grand Junction.
Address: 50014 Road 38, Dolores, CO 81323
(Courtesy of Capitol Reef Resort)
Capitol Reef Resort is among a growing list of places in the U.S. where glamping takes the form of a Conestoga wagon. The resort's Conestoga wagons can sleep up to six guests thanks to two twin bunk beds accompanying the king bed. They feature lighting, Wi-Fi, air conditioning and beautiful rustic furnishings. Additionally, guests have access to detached private bathrooms located a short distance away. The resort also gives lodgers the option to stay in glamping tents, which sleep two adults and come with much of the same amenities as the wagons – plus flat-screen TVs. Both glamping options are available seasonally, typically from late May through September. Capitol Reef Resort also offers on-site dining and an outdoor pool and hot tub with views of Utah's red rock cliffs. Previous guests say it's a convenient place to stay if you plan to explore Capitol Reef National Park, one of the lesser-known treasures in Utah.
Address: 2600 Utah state Route 24, Torrey, UT 84775
(Courtesy of Sinya on Lone Man Creek)
Experience the beauty – and the wines – of Texas Hill Country at Sinya on Lone Man Creek, inspired by a trip to Tanzania and named after a baby elephant in Kenya. This glamping retreat is situated atop a ridge, making you feel as if you're in a treehouse overlooking the beautiful surrounding greenery and Lone Man Creek. The creek's name aptly sets the scene for this exclusive experience, since the property consists of only one tent – but it can accommodate two guests, so there's no need to be truly "lone" if you don't wish to be.
This singular tent is decked out in beautiful country-style furnishings and outfitted with a king-sized bed (not to mention goose-down pillows), a Nespresso coffee maker, a sofa, a kitchenette and a bathroom, which features a claw-foot tub, bathrobes and Turkish towels. Venture outside and you'll find the resort has five furnished outdoor spaces for lounging, including a deck with a hot tub and shower. Recent guests, many of whom visited with a romantic partner, appreciate the seclusion of this glamping resort.
Address: Deer Lake Estates, Wimberley, TX 78676
(Courtesy of The Ranch at Rock Creek)
This five-star dude ranch in western Montana, frequently lauded for providing one-of-a-kind travel experiences, also specializes in glamping. Like the rest of its property and offerings, The Ranch at Rock Creek takes its glamping accommodations to the next level. Here, glamping accommodations start at nearly 800 square feet and are part-tent, part-cabin; with 10 such dwellings in four different styles – some of which are open year-round – options for amenities vary. Inside these "canvas cabins," you'll typically find spacious bedrooms, additional living areas, gas stoves, attached bathrooms, and outdoor spaces such as porches or decks. Guests can also sleep in a Conestoga wagon with a king bed and twin bunks.
What's more, glamping accommodations qualify for the resort's all-inclusive rate, which covers farm-to-table meals, drinks, transportation on the ranch and airport transfers, as well as resort activities like horseback riding and archery. Peak season at this property spans late May to early September. The Ranch at Rock Creek exceeds expectations, according to previous guests.
Address: 79 Carriage House Lane, Philipsburg, MT 59858
(Courtesy of Borealis Basecamp)
Have you ever dreamed of sleeping beneath the northern lights in Alaska? At Borealis Basecamp, you can do just that. Located less than 30 miles north of Fairbanks, Borealis Basecamp unfurls across 100 acres and offers igloos in lieu of tents, further elevating the one-of-a-kind experience. The igloos are made of fiberglass in a similar construction to the dwellings used in polar expeditions and research centers, ensuring guests will be toasty throughout their stay.
Accommodations feature cozy beds, Wi-Fi access, private bathrooms with showers and hairdryers, free toiletries, and skylights so guests can fall asleep admiring the aurora borealis when visible. You can also take in the morning view while drinking a cup of complimentary coffee or hot cocoa from the breakfast bar, but beyond a hot water kettle the igloos do not have cooking facilities, so you may want to check out the on-site restaurant during your stay. The camp also offers new "cubes" (think sleek cabins) with floor-to-ceiling windows and "treehouse" beds with viewing windows just for kids, plus a kitchenette and an en suite bathroom. Not surprisingly, recent guests say staying at Borealis Basecamp was one of the most unique experiences they've ever had.
Address: 2640 Himalaya Road, Fairbanks, AK 99712
(Courtesy of Little Raccoon Key)
Little Raccoon Key – a small, uninhabited island accessible by a short boat ride from Georgia's Jekyll Island – stands out from most other glamping destinations in the U.S. for one reason: There's just one campsite available. Not only will you have the entire reef island to yourself, but you'll be pampered by staff from start to finish. In addition to your private-island accommodations and the short boat tour there that often passes dolphins, you can request chef-prepared meals, pre-arrival grocery delivery and a lesson on oyster reefs around the island at no extra cost.
Your campsite features most necessities, such as a luxury canvas tent, a gas grill, a stove, a kettle, other cooking supplies, and an outdoor shower and toilet, as well as Adirondack chairs, board games, books and beds with memory foam mattresses. While Little Raccoon Key provides a cooler for ice, it's recommended to bring your own so you can store several days' worth of food, since there's no refrigerator. You also won't find running water or air conditioning at this solar-powered island camp, but you'll be provided with a battery-powered fan. Note that Little Raccoon Key requires a two-night minimum stay.
Address: 1 Harbor Road Suite No. 1, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
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Experience the natural beauty of upstate New York with a stay at Firelight Camps. This glamping site enjoys a scenic location in a wooded area that's not only minutes away from local state parks including Buttermilk Falls but also less than 4 miles south of Ithaca's popular Collegetown neighborhood, making this particular destination easier to reach than most.
Canvas drapes the natural wood beams of the tents, which come with either one king bed or two queens. Tents also feature hardwood floors, a private tented balcony complete with rocking chairs, lanterns with USB ports, and a writer's desk and chair. Upgraded tents come with electricity, though it's important to note that none have private bathrooms; instead, there's a shared bathhouse with eco-friendly products. Guests can also expect to enjoy artisanal spirits at the on-site bar as well as delicious (and complimentary) breakfast each morning, thanks to co-founder Emma Frisch, who was a top finalist on season 10 of "Food Network Star" and has her own cookbook. Previous guests praise the resort staff's hospitality.
Address: 1150 Danby Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
(Douglas Merriam/Courtesy of Sandy Pines Campground)
Kennebunkport is known for its beaches and quaint downtown area, which often leaves leaving the nearby green spaces overlooked by visitors. But Sandy Pines Campground offers travelers the chance to experience these underrated landscapes without sacrificing proximity to the water. Guests can choose from a variety of unique accommodation options, including Airstreams, Conestoga wagons, cottages, huts and traditional glamping tents.
The tents for couples are decorated to the nines – some with chandeliers – and outfitted with a king-sized bed, a seating area, a private deck, a mini-fridge, lighting, air conditioning and a small heater, and bath amenities. The family tent options have similar features but come with either a daybed in the main tent or a separate smaller tent with twin beds. Guests can take advantage of glampground amenities such as new bathhouses, a saltwater pool, a general store, a snack bar, laundry facilities, bike and water sports equipment rentals, and lots of activities for kids. Speaking of younger guests, previous visitors say Sandy Pines Campground is especially ideal for families.
Address: 277 Mills Road, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
One of California's most breathtaking small towns offers a serene glamping experience. Mendocino Grove sits within a forest bluff adjacent to the town, affording spectacular views of the camp's towering trees and the coast. Most glamping tents sleep two guests, but some sleep up to four or six; you'll also find certain ones are pet-friendly. Beds vary in size and come with down comforters and wool blankets; the adult beds also feature heated mattress pads. All tents come equipped with fire pits, picnic tables, limited electricity for powering lamps (which have USB ports) and decks with stylish leather chairs. Other on-site amenities include two shared bathhouses with organic products, hammocks, a bocce ball court and weekend yoga, as well as complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa at The Meadow Commons, which also lends out books and games.
Address: 9601 California state Route 1, Mendocino, CA 95460
(Courtesy of Huttopia)
What started as a small campsite in the French Alps in 2000 has since expanded to more than 60 locations across three continents, including four U.S. sites in Southern California, upstate New York, southern Maine and New Hampshire's White Mountains. Huttopia's goal is to provide travelers with comforts that go above traditional camping but aren't so comfortable that you'll stay in your tent rather than explore the beautiful surroundings of its properties. All its tents and cabins offer plush beds and electricity, while some have private bathrooms, kitchenettes or kitchens, and decks. Shared bathhouses are available to guests who don't have private toilets and showers. The company's newest U.S. location, Huttopia Adirondacks, opened in 2021 and offers a heated swimming pool as well as French camping cuisine at its on-site restaurant – from espresso and crepes to brick-oven pizza and French wine.
(Matt Kisiday/Courtesy of AutoCamp)
If your idea of glamping is spending the night in an RV – but you don't have the budget or patience to buy one – it's time to explore AutoCamp. This glamping resort company specializes in Airstream accommodations, with five locations (and counting) ranging from national parks to beaches. Airstream amenities vary slightly by location, but you can expect plush beds (including dog beds upon request), spa-inspired bathrooms, heating and air conditioning, basic cookware, and fire pits with grills. Families love the BaseCamp Mini Suites – an Airstream with an adjacent tent for kids – available seasonally at select resorts; another unique lodging option at some sites is the BaseCamp Suite, which is part-Airstream, part-tent. Additionally, most locations offer standalone glamping tents. Further options include suites and cabins, which you can find at the brand's newest outpost, AutoCamp Catskills, as well as certain others.
Like the accommodations, some of the on-site programming varies by resort. For instance, AutoCamp Yosemite has a pool, while the Cape Cod location has free continental breakfast and a playground. But all of AutoCamp's outposts are dog-friendly and offer complimentary cruiser bikes (first come, first served), Wi-Fi and coffee; they also promise on-site stores for provisions, including wine and beer, and an experience you won't soon forget.
(Courtesy of Royal Gorge Cabins)
One of the top adventure resorts in the U.S., Echo Canyon River Expeditions offers glamping at Royal Gorge Cabins from May through September. Tents, which reviews say are exceptionally clean, sleep up to four people in either one or two queen beds. These glamping tents also feature electrical outlets, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, an outdoor porch or patio with seating and a picnic table, a desk and chairs inside, a fire pit, and views of the mountains. Toilets and showers are available in a communal bathhouse. Guests of the resort enjoy a full-service restaurant and bar and – thanks to its location near the Royal Gorge – prime whitewater rafting for all skill levels. Royal Gorge Cabins is situated about 55 miles southwest of Colorado Springs.
Address: 45054 W. U.S. Highway 50, Cañon City, CO 81212
(Michelle Watt/Courtesy of Getaway)
Thanks to Getaway, you don't have to go far to get away. All of the company's outposts are located within a two-hour drive of major U.S. cities, and feature tiny, pet-friendly cabins with either queen beds or queen bunks, fully equipped kitchenettes, bathrooms with complimentary biodegradable products, heat and air conditioning, a picnic table with chairs, and a fire pit with a grilling gate. There are provisions available for purchase in your cabin, or you can select a "sustenance box" when you make your reservation for more food options. Because Getaway encourages travelers to disconnect from their devices, each cabin also includes a cellphone lockbox so you're not tempted to respond to work emails (not that you'll be able to – none of the cabins have Wi-Fi).
(Courtesy of Lakedale)
Off the coast of Washington state, Lakedale offers year-round glamping on San Juan Island, a picturesque place that can only be accessed by ferry or floatplane. Here, year-round glamping accommodations consist of yurts, each with a king bed, full-size sleeper sofa, en suite bathroom, wet bar, fridge, flat-screen TV, skylight, seating indoors and outside, and private decks with hot tubs. In the summer months, travelers also have the option to glamp in a canvas cabin or cottage, ideal for families with space for up to six guests. Complimentary on-site activities at Lakedale include lawn games, bike rentals and water sports on the resort's three spring-water lakes.
Address: 4313 Roche Harbor Road, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA 98250
(Courtesy of The Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls)
Surrounded by the lush forests of Hocking Hills State Park in Ohio, the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls boasts fully equipped cabins, cottages (some of which are pet-friendly), yurts and geodomes. Each insulated yurt has a king bed or two twin beds, a full bathroom, a kitchenette that includes a gas log stove and microwave, a wood deck, and rocking chairs. The geodomes, outfitted with one king bed, have similar amenities to the yurts, plus a dining table and sofa. All guests have access to a full-service spa and a restaurant, lauded by guests for its food (which includes complimentary breakfast); both are located in 1840s-style log cabins. Of course, you'll also find outdoor activities galore, from hiking to stargazing at nearby John Glenn Astronomy Park, named for the first American astronaut to orbit the Earth.
Address: 21190 Ohio state Route 374, Logan, OH 43138
(Courtesy of The Vintages Trailer Resort)
The Vintages Trailer Resort offers 36 trailers in a variety of styles, nine of which welcome dogs and all of which make the perfect home base for those exploring Oregon's Willamette Valley, otherwise known as Oregon wine country. Trailer styles and designs vary, but all offer comfortable beds, bathrooms – or at the very least toilets – air conditioning and heating, and kitchenettes or outdoor grills; separate shower facilities are also available. Pro tip: Book the 1956 Spartan Royal Mansion trailer to stargaze from an open-air soaker tub.
The on-site amenities at The Vintages Trailer Resort are almost as good as the trailers themselves – think a seasonal swimming pool, fire pits, a general store and complimentary cruiser bikes for enjoying Dayton, the gateway to several local vineyards. Even better is the staff, whom previous guests praise in their glowing reviews of the resort.
Address: 16205 SE Kreder Road, Dayton, OR 97114
(Lawrence Braun/Courtesy of Eastwind Hotel & Bar)
Eastwind started with a luxury hotel in the Catskills and has now expanded to a cozy location just off Main Street in the New York village of Lake Placid. Opening in 2022, the Scandinavian-inspired resort features 26 pet-friendly accommodations in two styles: Lushna Suites and A-Frame Cabins. Lushna Suites sleep up to four guests; each one has a lofted queen bed, fridge, writing nook, and private bathroom with an indoor shower, in addition to an outdoor shower, a private deck and patio furniture, and a hammock. A-Frame Cabins offer a queen bed, a panoramic window wall with views of the Adirondack Mountains, and a private bathroom with a skylight-roofed shower.
Eastwind also offers a seasonal swimming pool, a wood-barrel sauna (that amenity alone necessitates a visit), a full-service bar, a library, spa services and communal fire pits. Weekly programming such as live music and yoga and Pilates classes is available, as are bike and skate rentals.
Address: 6048 Sentinel Road, Lake Placid, NY 12946
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The unconventional nature of the war and the unforgiving environment of Southeast Asia inflicted special hardships on the Vietnam-era POWs, whether they spent captivity in the jungles of the South, or the jails of the North. This book describes their experiences—the similarities and the differences—and how the POWs coped with untreated wounds and other malaises, systematic torture, and boredom. The creative strategies they devised to stay fit, track time, resist the enemy, communicate with one another, and adhere to a chain of command attest to the high standards of conduct in captivity that so distinguish the POWs of the Vietnam War.
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Now, nearly six months after the initial wave began, businesses and organizations are gradually returning to work. But as they do, they face further uncertainty and complexity with new procedures for incorporating social distancing into workflows and operations within their offices and manufacturing facilities.
Like many of the world's most pressing and complex challenges, business leaders are increasingly recognizing that various types of connected, mobile technologies can help promote social distancing and preventive hygiene that help ensure the health and safety of employees up and down the supply chain.
An industry in flux with more change on the way
For decades, global manufacturers and their supply chain partners have been laser-focused on supply chain optimization, lowering operating costs, reducing standing inventories, and generally bolstering their margins to absorb the cyclical ups and downs of doing business on a global scale. In fact, according to recent study half of procurement organizations still relied on legacy tools, such as Excel spreadsheets, to store and analyze their data.
While much time and effort have been invested into digitizing supply channels and overcoming these traditional business barriers in the industry to bring it into the digital age, there's very little that can be done to change the nature of manufacturing and supply chain's core component: people.
The Covid-19 pandemic has infected millions of people and pushed billions into quarantine and isolation. Removing people from the supply chain brings operations to a virtual standstill, since most manufacturing jobs are onsite and cannot be carried out remotely. At the height of the pandemic wave, nearly 80 per cent of manufacturers anticipated a significant financial impact on their businesses and more than half expected the need for substantial changes to their operations, both during and after the crisis. Now, companies and governments are slowly re-opening for business, but it won't be business as usual.
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HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan visits Masdar City and the Eco-Villa
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His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler's Representative in the Western Region, visited Masdar City in Abu Dhabi yesterday.
Also present were HH Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of State and Chairman of Masdar, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company; Mohamed Hamad bin Azzan Al Mazrouei, the Under-Secretary of the Ruler's Representative Court in the Western Region; Sultan bin Khalfan Al Rumaithi, Director of the Office of Ruler's Representative in the Western Region; Saif Badr Al Qubaisi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Housing Authority; Falah Mohamed Al Ahbabi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council; Atiq Khamis Hamad Al Mazrouei, Acting Director General of Western Region Municipality; and senior Masdar officials.
Sheikh Hamdan toured Masdar City, Abu Dhabi's flagship sustainable urban development, and was briefed on the Eco-Villa prototype formally unveiled at the city during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan said: "Under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE is embracing sustainability to ensure the wellbeing of tomorrow's generations. Thanks to the sustainable development strategy supported by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, new economic sectors are emerging, offering the potential for further growth. Initiatives such as Masdar focus on promoting innovation and the adoption of clean technologies, in turn securing a better lifestyle for UAE communities."
Dr Al Jaber said: "We are honoured to receive His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan at Masdar City. The visit illustrated his invaluable support for Masdar City's mission and the commitment of the UAE to sustainable development. Masdar has made tremendous strides over the last decade to advance commercially viable solutions in sustainable living. Its progress has acted as a beacon to encourage the rapid development of the sustainability sector in the region and throughout the world."
Developed by Masdar, the Eco-Villa prototype is a fully furnished, four-bedroom residential property that uses energy- and water-saving technologies and processes to minimise both its environmental impact and running costs.
The objective of the prototype is to develop viable and cost-effective practices in sustainable real estate development that may be applied on a wider scale.
The Eco-Villa uses approximately 72 per cent less electricity and 35 per cent less water than a standard villa of the same size in Abu Dhabi. It is designed to meet a 4 Pearl rating according to the "Estidama" framework for the sustainability of buildings developed by the Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council.
Eighty nine rooftop solar panels generate as much electricity as the Eco-Villa consumes from the electricity grid. Moreover, the Eco-Villa costs about the same to build as conventional villas.
The Eco-Villa is walking distance from the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, the world's first graduate university specialising in advanced energy and sustainable technologies and the core of Masdar City.
The total residential population of Masdar City is expected to exceed more than 3,500 within the next three years. Today, the city is home to around 300 students of the Masdar Institute, and more than 2,000 apartments are either in design or under construction.
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