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Hundreds of keen skiers will soon be finding their ski pants and darting forth hunting for the biggest snow.

And doubtless the results of our carbon footprint will be about as far down the list of holiday musts as a Christmas cracker after the Christmas vacation.

Just last winter, a late snowfall was in the headlines and holidaymakers were terrified about the smattering of snow melting nearly as soon as they put down.

Holiday company Chalet1802, placed at the base of Mont Blanc in Chamonix Mont Blanc in the Alps, is one of the first autonomous businesses to go carbon negative and give snowboarders an environmentally friendly alternative when reserving their skiing holidays.

Chalet1802 founder Janan stated: Last season was quite a shock with the most warm winter in sixty yrs in France. Famous resorts like Val-d’Isere, La Plagne and Avoriaz has difficulty.It was balmy and the snow didnt last so much of the early ski season in the French Alps was uneven. We decided to become carbon neutral to help preserve the snowboarding resort.

Janan said: We are not attempting to prescribe to punters but we feel it’s all important to grant the guests the option without augmenting the price of the ski holiday. If the guest book with us and goes to our chalet Chamonix they can further off set their carbon footprint and we soak up the added prices. Of course we still have a sauna and a hot tub - customers want opulence but not at the expense of the environment, so we viewed means of diminishing the impact of a client flying over here for a winter holiday.”

The business have moreover linked up with organisation Climate Care, which deals with global warming by making C02 deductions for people and companies.

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Taking the baby on a trip requires you to bring along quite a bit of supplies. If it is possible I would recommend carrying on all of the babies stuff. If you can help it, never check the stroller, car seat, or baby stuff. That will be the first to get lost. Because of the odd size, this equipment might get lost from the rest of the luggage. If you get to your destination and there is no car seat, or stroller. You will be stuck at the airport. Usually you are allowed to carry on the stuff or check them at the gate. This will ensure that all of your baby stuff arrives. Ask if there is extra room on the plane for the baby to have her car seat set up. But wait until the last minute to do it. Usually you will have to buy an extra ticket to accommodate the child seat, but if you wait until the last minute, and there are extra seats, they will let you use it. It is way nicer to have the baby in her own seat for the flight. It will be way more comfortable for her and you. This way you will have your hands free to do occupy yourself or play with the baby.

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I’ve been to some European snowboarding fields for example Les Contamines-Montjoie, Bessans, La Chavanette and Tignes-les-Brevieres, however altogether through all the group’s ski holidays Chamonix Mont Blanc has to be my favourite resort to go for ski holidays Europe.

The place of birth of French Alpine history and dwelling to the mind boggling Mont Blanc - at 4807m European Unions’ loftiest point - Chamonix village vaunts a unmatched snow register, a endless skiing season (Dec-May), unmatched extreme telemarking, and sights to die for. Moreover Chamonix town has an multinational renown since it has a few of the most outstanding, intriguing, and elating alpine skiing on hand anywhere in the Earth.

Chamonix town is big as well as disconcerting, and that is before we figure in the close skiing fields; for example Val-d’Isere, Hautacam, Super Besse, Luz Ardiden and Val Thorens.

The Mont Blanc Unlimited skiing pass includes nine local, and twelve territorial skiing towns; on pistes as high as 3844 metres, over 200 snowboarding lifts, and 750 km of ski pistes - with the bulk of the snowboarding domains above 2050 metres. It caters for each grade from novices right through to experts. Visit our skiing mountains page for detailed look at each of the main mountains: Les Menuires, Grand Massif, Brevent, La Plagne, Verchaix and Les Houches.

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The PLATAMON Bed & Breakfast is very closed to the famous “Riviera di Chiaia” area, the Castel dell’Ovo and exclusive shops and renowned nightclubs, the ideal for tasting neapolitan dishes.
Crossing the pedestrian island in Piazza dei Martiri and Via Chiaia, where you will find high fashion shops and interesting antiquarian boutiques, you arrive at the Palazzo Reale and the Teatro San Carlo: from here it is possible to reach both the historic centre and the Vomero hills.

It’s a few steps from the Molo Beverello and Mergellina from where you can enjoy pleasant trip to Capri, Procida, Ischia, Amalfi and Sorrento.

The name Via Chiatamone derives from the Greek "Platamon" for its numerous coves, today become garages and botteghe, and to the time of the Roman used like reserviors and bathtubs for allevemento of the fish. In the seven hundred a road celebre in all Europe for its villas and its lodges.

The rooms, all very large and with internal bathroom, are comfortable and relaxing. They have extremely vivacious colours and are provided with TV, air conditioning and heating. The rooms are all doubles with the possibility of adding a third and fourth bed.

Where we are:
Arriving by car with the tangenziale highway come out at Fuorigrotta, go through the homonymous gallery, drive along the seafront "Lungomare Caracciolo" then Partenope street, turning left after the hotel Royal you’ll find our B&B in Chiatamone street n°55.

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The Amaranto Hotel, situated near the highway Rome Naples, was born with the intent to allow all of our guests to easily reach any place like Naples, Caserta or Salerno as well as to connect himself/herself/themselves to job destinations or to sites of tourist interest.
Situated to the exit of Afragola (median axle), the Amaranto Hotel in Afragola is made up of 16 rooms elegantly furnished, endowed with balcony, deprived bath and of equipments of conditioning air, color tv, direct telephone line,internet point and garage.

Worthy of note,they are the hall or the angle cafe, both furnished with refined attention for the details; there is a wunderfull frame placed on the middle, to bring a warm and pleasant environment, including the presses representing the most famous works of the Leonardo da Vinci.

According to the second and the third level, two balconies have been realized equipped with taste and originality, enriched by small oases of green, by living rooms with tavolini in beaten iron and gazebos with the intention to offer the possibility to spend moments of total relax.
To the elegant characteristics of the hotel it is combined, our cordiality,and the ability to guarantee tours to the neighboring towns like Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano, Pompeii, old Caserta, S.A. of the Goths as well as Naples, city of treasures often unknown but certainly rich of history, culture and traditions.

The hotel offers 16 comfortable single, double and triple rooms, each featuring private bathroom with hairdryer.

All rooms are equipped with all the modern comforts including adjustable air conditioning, satellite TV, Internet connection, direct dial telephone.
Most of the rooms are also featured with a private balcony.

Non-smoking rooms and rooms equipped for the disabled are available upon request.

An Italian-style buffet breakfast is served in the breakfast room or on the terrace each morning between 7.30 a.m. and 11.00 a.m.

The hotel bar, open everyday, offers the perfect atmosphere for a relaxing break.
Upon request, the bar extends its service out onto the hotel terrace.

PROPERTY FACILITIES

Access for disabled
Credit card accepted
Entire property is air conditioned
Groups welcome
Pets accepted
Room service - 24 hour
City maps
Front desk - 24 hour
Front desk - fax service
Luggage room
Multilingual staff
Newspapers
Tourist information
Private parking
Internet/Email services
Reading lounge
TV Room
Bar

TRANSPORT SERVICES

Private parking
On-site parking facilities are available for hotel guests.

HOW TO REACH THE PROPERTY

By car
From the A1 Roma-Napoli highway, take the Afragola exit, then follow the indications towards Cardito.
You will then find indications leading to our Hotel in Afragola

By train
The Napoli Centrale railway station is located around 10 km from the property.
By airplane
The Capodichino airport is situated around 9 km away.

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For those people that have never accomplished a wildlife safari in South Africa will often find it difficult to imagine the phenomenal wildlife you can photograph. The people who come to a wildlife safari are regular tourists like you and me, some are into taking wildlife photos, some holiday makers are into wildlife but all of them are interested in a new tremendous experience.

The super thing about a wildlife safari is the fact it is so different from a standard holiday to France, there are very little kids. Each African walking safari company will supply an English speaking guide to take you through the magnificent areas of South Africa. The most popular animals you can see are lions. These astonishing animals are not tame and of course don?t scare them. If you are interested in taking photographs of the cheetahs you should make sure you turn off the flash as you do not want to scare them. The phenomenal wildlife in South Africa might put a huge grin on your face.

If you would love to identify more about sensational safari holidays in Africa you will probably use the search engines to note a company that offers holidays from the UK, the prices might well range from one hundred pounds to 700 pounds. Fast and reliable information on holidays such as Safari Holidays.

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Andrew Brash and four climbing guides reached the 29,035-foot (8,850-meters) summit of the world’s highest mountain early Sunday, said Ramesh Chretri, an official with Nepal’s ministry of tourism. He was reported in good health as he began making his descent. Andrew Brash returned this week from Nepal after successfully climbing to the summit of Mt Everest. The 76-year-old man from Nepal is now the oldest person to have reached the top of the Mount Everest. His first found him within 217 metres of the peak when his team stopped to help a fellow mountaineer who was left for dead. One year later, Bahadur Sherchan, a University of Calgary alumni, returned to Chomolungma or Mount Everest to finish what he had started.

More than 2980 people have climbed to the summit since it was first conquered in 1953 by New Zealander Edmund Hillary, who died in January, and Nepal’s Tenzing Norgay.

This season climber Anthony Loeff is reporting the scales for Chomolungma after reaching the top of Mont Blanc earlier this year.

“Everest this year became a political pawn,” he said with some frustration.

Now that Min Bahadur Sherchan has successfully scaled the tallest mountain in the world, he is once again ready to focus on his family. Hall was frostbitten and severely disoriented due to altitude sickness. Andrew Brash returned a hero to Calgarians. Min Bahadur Sherchan last attempt resulted in the rescue of Lincoln Hall, an Australian climber who was left by his team in the “death zone.”

Further, he was all too aware of the potential dangers the mountain could bring. Certain parts of the climb are more dangerous than others and it is important for climbers to remain focused The Chinese were flying their airplanes over the mountain and had Chinese officials in Kathmandu. As he planned for the climb, Sherchan told reporters he wanted to inspire fellow senior citizens. He also said many Nepalese have established records on Mount Everest, so it was only fitting that the record for the oldest climber to reach the summit should also belong to a Nepali. Sherchan just 15 days away from his 77th birthday beat the age record set last year by 71-year-old Japanese teacher Katsusuke Yanagisawa.

They basically coerced the Nepali government to not allow any climbers past camp two on the Nepali side. “The Chinese weren’t allowing anybody on the mountain. They ended up commandeering it for themselves, even though the mountain is shared by two countries. Nevertheless, the decision to actualize a long-time personal goal left Bahadur Sherchan with some internal uncertainties, he cited the political actions of China and Nepal as providing the greatest adversity he faced on his journey. With the Chinese preparing for the impending summer Olympic Games, Andrew Brash noted that the government’s actions hardly reflected the Olympic spirit. They flexed their muscles this year all the in name of the Olympic spirit, but it was hardly spirited at all.”

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Do you remember the days when your mother used to bring those surprise gifts for you? You just loved the sight of those big packages wrapped in beautiful gift papers, didn’t you? What did you find when you opened those packets? Wasn’t it always just what you wanted? The pretty doll in the window you longed to have for so long, the toy car that could be operated by remote control or a walkie-talkie. Ever wondered how mother always knew what you really needed? How heart-warming it would be to see the same joy and happiness light up your mother’s face today. Yes, it is your turn now to make her happy. What better occasion than Mothers’ Day. Mothers day gifts are all that you need to see her radiate that warmth your are so well acquainted with. Lets have a look at some of the great ideas for Mothers day gifts:

• If your mother is as net savvy as you are then begin the day by sending her personalized online greetings. You can select from a range of lovely online greetings cards.

• To make the greeting card more effective, write a poem. Your mother’s heart is bound to swell with pride.

• Apart from online greetings, a range of greeting cards is also available.

• A bouquet of flowers is another wonderful way to start the day. Send your mother’s favorites. She’s going to love it!

• Jewelry is an ideal gift according to most women. So if you can afford it, simply select a classy piece online.

• Clothes are second to none. Select flowing dresses with nice flower prints to make her feel special.

• Accessories are also top the Mothers day gifts list. Feel free to pick up elegant belts, bags or purse.

• Gift kitchen appliances only if you are sure she really wants them. According to a recent study most mothers respond better to clothes and accessories than kitchen appliances like blenders and toasters.

• Gift baskets are increasingly being given as Mothers day gifts. The best thing about these beautifully decorated baskets is that they can include many items that you would like to present your mother all at once. For example books, chocolates, a bottle of wine, a wrist watch, scented candles, perfumes and soaps, dry fruit boxes and so on and so forth.

• Musical jewelry boxes, musical photo frames, gold and silver plaques decorative pieces and paintings make up other gift items.

• Expectant mothers can be gifted cradles and soft toys.

• In case your mother is very proactive, you can take her shopping. Women find shopping irresistible and your mother would genuinely appreciate your gesture.

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I’m sure you all know about Disney World’s amazing theme parks, but are you familiar with the myriad of fascinating activities for children offered throughout Walt Disney World that are either complimentary or offered for a reasonable fee to Disney resort guests? Here are some of the best:

• Snag a Bass On a Kid’s Fishing Excursion. 1-hour angling trips just for children are available from the resort marinas of Disney’s Contemporary, Polynesian, Yacht and Beach Club, and Boardwalk Inn and Villas. For miles of shore fishing head over to Disney’s Ft. Wilderness where cane poles and rods and reels may be rented at the Bike Barn in the Meadow Recreation Area. Fishing excursions are approximately $25 per child. Call 407-WDW-PLAY for reservations.

• Enjoy the Old West. Hayrides depart each evening from Pioneer Hall at Fort Wilderness for a 45-minute trip. Very tame, cowboy-guided trail rides are also offered, or younger children can opt for a $2 pony ride at the Fort Wilderness Petting Farm. Hayrides are $8 per adult and $4 per child; no reservations taken. Trail rides are $30 per person; reservations are required and may be made up to two weeks in advance by calling 407-WDW-PLAY.

• Sing-Along in Front of the Campfire. Families gather round the campfire each evening at Ft. Wilderness for a sing-along, marshmallow roast, and a Disney animated movie. Complimentary to all Walt Disney World resort guests.

• Watch the Electrical Water Pageant Parade. Nightly on the Seven Seas Lagoon is a delightful 1000-foot string of illuminated barges featuring King Neptune and his court of whales, sea serpents, and other deep-sea creatures. The free show can be seen from the beaches of Disney’s Polynesian, Grand Floridian, Contemporary, and Wilderness Lodge Resorts.

• Ride Up Front with the Monorail Driver. Simply ask the Cast Member on duty. They will be happy to oblige as long as the front car is empty.

• Take a Spin on a Watermouse Boat. Rent one of these two-seater mini-power boats and zip around one of Disney’s lakes at 22 miles per hour. Kids love them, but they’ll need to bring someone along in the boat with a valid driver’s license. Available at the Contemporary, Polynesian, Grand Floridian, the Yacht and Beach Club, Downtown Disney, and the Wilderness Lodge. Approximately $22 per half-hour.

• Dive into One of Disney’s Fabulous Themed Pools. You can’t do much better than a dip in one of Disney’s wonderful swimming pools. Children’s favorites: the Volcano Pool at Disney’s Polynesian Resort featuring a smoking volcano slide, underwater music, and sparkling waterfall, all with a superb view of the Seven Seas Lagoon; the Wilderness Lodge’s boulder-lined pool featuring waterfalls, rocky overlooks, water slide, and a nearby geyser; the eye-popping Stormalong Bay, a mini-water park complex that meanders between the Yacht and Beach Club, offering three acres of winding, watery delight including sandy bottom pools, a giant “shipwreck” waterslide, a tidal whirlpool, bubbling hot tubs, a kiddie pool with its own slide next to the beach, and enough length to float lazily in inner tubes to your heart’s delight.

• Search for Buried Treasure on a Pirate’s Cruise. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, children ages 3-10 sail from the dock of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort on a 2-hour supervised trip to a deserted island. $28 fee includes snacks, bandanas, and treasure. Call 407-WDW-DINE for reservations.

• Attend a Children’s Tea Party. A “Wonderland Tea Party” happens Mon-Fri at 1:30 P.M. in 1900 Park Fare at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. Hosted by characters from Alice in Wonderland, the little ones play games, listen to stories, and drink apple “tea”. $28. Strictly for children ages 3-10. Call 407-WDW-DINE for reservations.

• Take in a Character Meal. These extremely popular dining opportunities, offered at both the Disney theme parks and resort hotels, are a perfect way for your children to spend extra time with favorite Disney characters. Meals are offered in three ways depending on the restaurant: buffet-style, family-style, or pre-plated meals; regardless, it’s essentially all-you-can-eat. Characters work the room, stopping at each table to interact with guests, pose for photos, and sign autographs. Book priority seating early, particularly for Cinderella’s Royal Table, Epcot’s Princess Breakfast in Norway, and Chef Mickey’s by calling 407-WDW-DINE.

Cara Goldsbury is the author of The Luxury Guide to Walt Disney World: How to Get the Most Out of the Best Disney Has to Offer available at 800-247-6553, or www.luxurydisneyguide.com

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For some of us, we were born to shop and we have a true knack for always buying the right gift. Then there are the rest of us. Everyone has those people on the list who are just ‘impossible.’ But are they really? First of all you have to have a list. The biggest way to overspend is to not have a list of recipients and a budget before you hit the pavement. To get you thinking about gift ideas, here are a few rules of the road for that special someone in your life.

For Her:

1. Do not buy her something practical unless she has specifically asked for it. However, if she did, make sure you know exactly what she wants. A blender is not a blender is not a blender.
2. Clothing: You can go sooo wrong with this. Be careful. Know her size and know her style.
3. Gift Certificates: While this is an easy fix to a big problem, it can scream I don’t know what else to buy you.
   • Do not buy a gift certificate to the mall or department store.
   • Use the same philosophy with gift certificates as with gifts. Know the person’s style. If she loves DIY, then try a gift certificate for lessons (pottery class, art lessons, even DIY home improvement if she is in to that). If she needs to relax and unwind, gift certificates to a spa are a great idea.
   • Now, you have the gift certificate and you put a lot of thought into so don’t blow it on the packaging. A plain white or store envelope is not the way to go. Package it with a product from the store (i.e. aromatherapy if doing the spa idea) or her favorite wine, chocolates, etc.

   Remember that just because it is a gift certificate, does not mean it should not be treated like any other gift.

4. And here is the big one: Buy what she likes not what you like!

For Him:

1. Practical works for men but only if it is something he wants, not something you think he should have to do a chore on the “to do” list.
2. Clothing: Same rule applies for men as for women. Know his size and his style. Now some of you are reading this and saying but I don’t like what he wears. This is not the time to reform him. If you don’t like what he wears then don’t buy him clothing for the holidays OR buy him a gift certificate for a personal shopper that he can use in any manner he wants.
3. Gift Certificates: For men, you need to be specific. Many women don’t mind shopping but most men do. Gift certificates to internet vendors that he frequents are good. Mall gift certificates are not. And again, follow the simple rules for packaging the gift certificate. Don’t use the plain white or store envelope.
4. And now the big one: Sports/Hobby equipment or Electronics. If you are going to buy your guy something to accentuate his hobbies or activities then make sure that is what it actually does. If he is a sports enthusiast then he most likely has brands or styles of equipment that he prefers. Talk to his sports buddies or check out sports experts online before buying him something he doesn’t want or need. Use the same philosophy when buying electronics. Research what is best for his needs and buy the best you can afford in your price range. If you know he wants a specific product and it is out of your budget, do not buy second best. Choose another idea.

For the one who has it all:
The BusyB Herself will tell you that you have to work pretty hard to find her someone who truly has it all and for whom she can’t find a creative gift. However, if you have someone who does not need nor want, try something different. There are a multitude of charitable organizations out there who do want and need. Think about his/her passions. For example: if he/she is really into animals then make a donation to the local shelter on his/her behalf and then package it with the donation letter as well as something from the organization or a magazine/book on the subject.

Happy Shopping! Remember, if you can’t do it, don’t want to do it or don’t think you are going to get it right, call in a personal shopper.

Indra A Books, author of this and many other lifestyle articles, is the owner and founder of ON THE GO 4 U, Personal Shoppers & Concierge Service in the Washington DC metropolitan area. The company’s creed is to provide its clients with the ultimate life management experience. In addition to its shopping and concierge services, ON THE GO 4 U also publishes a monthly e-zine and conducts workshops on wardrobe, entertaining and decorating. For more information about the author and ON THE GO 4 U, please visit http://www.onthego4u.net

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