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Planning a Trip to Ireland? Check Out These Tips and Helpful Info!
So, you're planning a trip to Ireland? Well then, you've come to the right place! We'll say from the get-go that we do not live in Ireland, nor do we claim to be experts on absolutely everything there is to know about Ireland. But, we can tell you that we are completely in love with the beauty of Ireland and its people. We've spent close to 3.5 months (on 4 separate trips) exploring the Emerald Isle. Therefore, we've got tons of planning tips to share with you.
Just a few of our favorite places around Ireland
This post is meant to get you started with planning a trip to Ireland. We'll link to several of our other Ireland posts, along with helpful external websites, throughout this guide to further help you with planning your very own Irish adventure. Ireland is an experience, a connection, a destination that we can almost guarantee you'll want to return to after your first visit. So, let's get planning a trip to Ireland!
Frequently Asked Questions When Planning a Trip to Ireland
Best time of year to visit Ireland?
It depends. There are certainly perks and disadvantages to every season! Summer (June, July, and August) has the best weather and more hours of daylight, but it is much more crowded and prices for accommodations and rentals cars are higher. The off-season (winter) is more affordable, but the weather isn't as ideal. Also, many attractions have limited hours and some accommodations actually close down for the winter.
No matter the season, Ireland's weather can change in an instant, so be sure to pack layers and rain gear. We've visited in pretty much every season, so we're happy to provide an in-depth look at Ireland season by season.
Of course everyone wants to visit the Cliffs of Moher on their trip to Ireland!
Which airport in Ireland should I fly into?
There are 4 international airports in Ireland, along with several regional airports. Which airport you fly into depends on 1) where you're flying in from and 2) which region of the country you wish to explore. Flights into Dublin (east coast of Ireland) come from nearby European countries in addition to the Middle East & North America. Most flights into Shannon Airport (west coast of Ireland) from the US hail from the east coast of the US.
Cork is a very small airport, though it recently started receiving flights from Rhode Island in the US via Norwegian Air. If you plan to mostly explore the west coast of Ireland, hitting the highlights such as the Cliffs of Moher and the Ring of Kerry, you may want to consider flying into Shannon or Cork. We'll cover more about flights to Ireland in the transportation section of this guide.
What identification/visa do I need to enter Ireland?
US/Canadian Citizens: You'll need a valid passport with an expiration date of at least 6 months after your return date. You do not need a visa to enter the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland (UK) and can stay up to 3 months.
UK Citizens: You are not required to have a passport or visa to enter the Republic of Ireland, but you will need some form of photo identification (passport or driver's license).
EU Citizens: You are required to have a passport or national identity card. A visa is not required to enter the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland.
Citizens of the EEA Member States (the 27 countries of the EU (European Union), US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein): You are not required to have a visa to gain entry to Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland.
All Other Countries: Must have a valid passport. Contact your local Irish embassy/Consulate prior to traveling to Ireland and/or your local British Embassy/High Commission prior to traveling to Northern Ireland for visa requirements.
St Patrick's Cathedral (Dublin) is one of many wonderful things to see in Ireland
How many days do I need to explore Ireland?
As many as you can afford (time off of work and financially)! Don't cram too much into your first visit to Ireland, because chances are, after your first visit, there WILL be a second! Though the country is relatively small, don't underestimate the distance between destinations. Pick a region you wish to explore and spend your time appreciating its beauty. If you try to quickly see as much as possible, you'll leave feeling exhausted and will miss out on the opportunities to experience the local culture, customs, and traditions.
Don't just see the sites; take time to mingle with the locals, as they're some of the nicest people you'll meet during your travels! So, to answer the question above, again, as many days as you can afford. We have a great collection of suggested itineraries in our Ireland Destination Guide, based on the number of days you have to explore.
Do I need to rent a car in Ireland?
Whether or not you rent a car during your visit to Ireland depends on your travel style. We have always rented a car while in Ireland because we LOVE road trips! It can be pricey (depending upon when you visit) and nerve-racking if you're not used to driving on the left, but it presents freedom like no other transportation option can. Discover Ireland's 6 National Parks on your own schedule. And check out what we consider to be the TOP 10 scenic drives in Ireland. (These pictures alone may inspire you to rent a car in Ireland.)
It may be somewhat challenging to get around using only public transportation, so another alternative could be to go on a multi-day coach tour. But, to truly get the most out of your trip, we recommend renting a car in Ireland, so long as you feel comfortable driving on the right side of the car in the left lane of frequently narrow and winding roads. Eek! But, if you're more comfortable letting someone else do the driving, check out some of the guided tour options we list later on.
Renting a car in Ireland is a great way to explore the country at your own pace
Guided Tours in Ireland
Want to see the very best of Ireland while allowing someone else do the driving? Then you might want to consider a multi-day motor coach tour. (Individual day tours are also available, focusing on a specific driving route/attractions.) Ranging from small group tours of 10-16 passengers to full-size bus tours with around 40 passengers, guided tours put someone else in the driver's seat both literally and figuratively!
The details are already planned and you simply sit back and relax as you get transported to Ireland's most desirable locations. Please note that we have NEVER done a guided tour in Ireland, so while we want to provide you with a list of options to further investigate, we are not recommending or endorsing any of the following companies, as we have had no personal experience with any of the companies listed.
Paddywagon Tours – Offering day tours, multi-day tours, private tours for couples, families, and groups, and shore excursions for cruise passengers, Paddywagon typically caters to a more youthful audience.
Love Irish Tours – Love Irish Tours offers self-drive tours, private escorted tours, and multi-day coach tours. They provide a wide range of fully customizable tours to suit most budgets.
Celtic Journeys – Providing tailor-made vacations, featuring individual travel and small escorted groups. They strive to seek out new places and hidden gems offering unique and local experiences.
Wolfhound Adventure Tours – Bikes, Hikes & History! Wolfhound's small-group hike, bike and multi-active small group adventure tours of Ireland are for all ages and are said to be legendary!
CIE Tours – CIE offers guided coach tours varying in length from 5–24 days. All tours feature prepaid daily sightseeing, excellent hotels, full breakfasts, most dinners, and, most importantly, no hidden extras.
Railtours Ireland – Using a combination of comfortable Intercity trains & luxury coaches, Railtours offers car-free vacations bringing you to Ireland's most popular destinations. Single & multi-day trips available.
Of course, there are plenty of other reputable tour companies out there; we simply wanted to point you in the direction of a few companies you may want to look into if a guided tour sounds more like your preferred style of travel. Again, we have no connection with these companies and therefore cannot guarantee the availability and quality of their tours. We encourage you to do further research and read an ample amount of previous customer reviews before making a final decision.
How big is Ireland?
The entire island of Ireland is 32.5k square miles (84.4k sq km), about the size of Indiana in the US. The Republic of Ireland makes up 27.1k square miles (70.2 sq km) of the total island size and Northern Ireland makes up the other 5.4k square miles (14.1k sq km). At its longest (north to south) point, the island is 302 miles (486 km) and at its widest point, it's 174 miles (280 km). Ireland has close to 2,000 miles (3,000+ km) of coastline, varying from pristine beaches to rugged cliffs. Wherever you go, you're never more than 70 miles from the Atlantic Ocean.
Gorgeous scenes are all over Ireland, especially along the coast
Is Ireland part of the UK?
The island of Ireland is the third largest island in Europe and contains two separate countries – the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, which belongs to the United Kingdom. Together, the Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom (Northern Ireland, England, Scotland, and Wales) make up the British Isles.
The Republic of Ireland makes up over 80% of the island of Ireland (26 of the 32 counties), whereas Northern Ireland only has 6 counties. There is no obvious border crossing when going from the Republic of Ireland into Northern Ireland, but know that both the currency and speed limit measurements are different.
Do Ireland businesses shut down on Weekends/Holidays?
Many of the attractions have limited opening hours/days and some accommodations shut down completely during the off-season (typically October-February). Always check the days/hours of operation before setting out, as museums, for example, could be closed on weekends and also on Mondays, even during high season.
There are a handful of public holidays throughout the year (New Year's Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Christmas Day, and various Bank Holidays) when banks are closed, shops and restaurants may be closed or have limited hours, and public transportation offers limited service or simply doesn't run.
Does Ireland use the Euro? Are credit cards widely accepted?
The Euro is used in the Republic of Ireland, whereas the Sterling Pound is used in Northern Ireland (as it is part of the UK). There are ATMs in the airports, in convenience stores, and at banks in pretty much every decent-sized town you visit. Most restaurants do accept credit cards, but it could be in your best interest to check ahead of ordering.
Some room rental businesses are cash only, while some small grocery stores and bars may have a minimum purchase amount for credit cards. It's always a good idea to carry some cash on you for these instances and for smaller purchases, like a pint of Guinness, a cup of coffee, or an ice cream cone from Murphy's!
Dining out in Ireland can get expensive, so plan a few meals in to save money
Is Ireland expensive to visit?
What is considered expensive to some is perfectly manageable to others. You can certainly do Ireland on the cheap by staying in hostels, limiting meals out, and minimizing the number of paid activities you choose to do. What keeps calling us back to Ireland is its natural beauty, and besides the cost of getting there, it's FREE to enjoy! And on the flip side, you can experience a very luxurious visit to the Emerald Isle by staying in 5-star hotels, dining at the finest restaurants, and sparing no expense when it comes to activities.
You have to decide what is manageable for you and those you are traveling with and plan your trip accordingly. In this post, we'll cover a variety of accommodation options, activities, and various modes of transportation, so you can select what matches your budget. We'll also throw in some money saving tips near the end of this post to help you keep costs down as you're planning a trip to Ireland.
Do I need to know Gaelic to communicate with locals in Ireland?
Though the Irish language (Gaelic) is the first official language, English is recognized as the second official language and is much more widely used throughout the country. You will notice many of the street signs are in Gaelic and/or English, but because much of the country relies heavily on tourism, pretty much all of the restaurant workers, lodging staff, and shop owners speak English. So, while you really shouldn't have any difficulty communicating with the friendly locals, why not learn a few common phrases in Gaelic?
Staying Connected in Ireland
Unless you have international roaming included in your cell phone plan, you might want to consider getting a SIM card for your time in Ireland to keep you connected on the go! You'll need an unlocked phone and a SIM card you purchase once you've arrived in Ireland.
We've always purchased ours at Tesco; you can also purchase them in the airport. You will be assigned an Ireland phone number, which you can utilize or not. The other option, which you can use in addition to a SIM card, would be to simply connect to the local WiFi when at your accommodation (double check that WiFi is included) or at a cafe or visitor center.
Most (but not all) accommodations in Ireland provide FREE WiFi
Do I need traveler's insurance for my trip to Ireland?
Yes, because you never know when something could go awry during your travels. Some credit cards include traveler's insurance when the value of your trip is paid in full with your credit card. Otherwise, consider World Nomads to give you peace of mind as you travel to, from, and around the Emerald Isle. We've only ever used World Nomads (and thankfully have never had to make a claim), but have also heard good things about Allianz. Both offer a free quote, so do a comparison to see which company best suits your needs and budget.
How is St Patrick's Day in Ireland?
We've been fortunate enough to be in Ireland on St Patrick's Day twice now. Truth be told, we were slightly disappointed in our Dublin experience. The following year, we went back to the Emerald Isle for a more small town St Patrick's Day experience. You can read more about our two St Patrick's Day in Ireland experiences HERE. And if you want more information about Dublin's multi-day St Paddy's Day festival, check out their official website.
Transportation to Ireland
Dublin Airport (DUB): Ireland's busiest airport providing innumerable flight options from nearby European countries in addition to intercontinental routes primarily from the Middle East & North America. 50+ airlines provide service to/from Dublin Airport with Aer Lingus & Ryanair as the primary service providers. Norwegian Air provides service from Newerk, NJ to Dublin.
Pick up a rental car at DUB or hop on one of 1,000 buses/coaches departing from the airport daily that will take you in and around Dublin and throughout the entire country. (TIP: You do not need a rental car if you are staying in Dublin for the duration of your visit the Ireland. The city is very walkable.) Taxis are also readily available. Click HERE for more information about getting to and from Dublin Airport using public ground transportation.
Shannon Airport (SNN): Located in Shannon, County Clare, SNN is an ideal airport to fly into if you are planning to primarily visit the west coast of Ireland (Ring of Kerry, Gap of Dunloe, Dingle Peninsula, Killarney, Cliffs of Moher, etc.).
Flight availability is somewhat limited when compared to Dublin, with less than 20 airlines flying into SNN and flights from the US primarily hailing from the east coast (New York, Newark, Boston, and Philadelphia). Rentals cars are available, as are taxis and bus service (Bus Éireann). Click HERE for more information about getting to and from Shannon Airport using public ground transportation.
Cork Airport (ORK): Even with only 8 gates and roughly 10 airlines servicing Cork Airport, it is Ireland's 2nd busiest airport (when not considering Belfast's two airports in Northern Ireland). It's another great option if you are planning to only visit the southwest region of the country.
Click HERE for more information about getting to and from Cork Airport using public ground transportation.
Belfast Airport (BFS): Northern Ireland: If you plan to explore Northern Ireland on your visit to the Emerald Isle, you may want to consider flying into Belfast International, the island's second largest airport, behind Dublin.
EasyJet and Ryanair are the primary budget European airlines servicing BFS. Click HERE for more information about getting to and from Belfast Airport using public ground transportation.
The beauty of Ireland knows no bounds
**Check out our guide to where to look for cheap airfare**
TIP: To save on airfare (and/or to squeeze in a second mini-vacation), consider a long layover in another city that easily connects with an airport in Ireland. For example, we flew WOW Airlines (no longer in service) from Los Angeles to Reykjavik, Iceland for $129 and then from Reykjavik to Dublin for another $129 (not including luggage). So essentially, it cost us $260 to fly from Los Angeles to Dublin (plus luggage, one-way). With the money we saved by not booking direct from Los Angeles to Dublin (several hundred dollars), we explored the beauty of Iceland for a few days.
We also once booked a direct ticket from London to Dublin for less than $20 on Ryanair, so if it's significantly cheaper for you to get to London (and explore for a few days), then continue on to Dublin, this may be an option for you. (Check out European budget airlines such as Ryanair, EasyJet, and Norwegian Air for connecting cities.) Of course, your schedule has to allow for flexible travel, but with some strategic planning, you just might be able to squeeze in a second mini-vacation to a destination you've always wanted to visit!
Keep in mind, you are paying for luggage twice and you'll be responsible for transportation and lodging costs during your layover. We don't recommend using this method to book a flight in and out of a layover destination on the same day (in the event of delays or flight cancellations).
Getting to Ireland by Ferry
Traveling to Ireland by ferry may not be the quickest method of transportation, but if coming from the United Kingdom (Scotland, England, or Wales) or France (Roscoff or Cherbourg), it's at least another option! Ireland has 6 ferry ports (3 in Northern Ireland – Belfast, Larne, and Ballycastle; and 3 along the east and south coasts in the Republic of Ireland- Dublin, Rosslare, and Cork).
This helpful tool on the Discover Ireland website will help you identify the ferry providers for the particular route you desire. Taking the ferry from the UK or France would be beneficial if you are traveling with your own car, you hate flying, or you simply fancy a ride on the open ocean.
Ireland Cruises
Many of the major cruise line companies (Princess, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Celebrity, Holland America, etc.) offer itineraries with ports of call in Ireland. These are usually part of a longer cruise visiting various ports of call throughout the British Isles, Iceland, and/or Norway (depending on the cruise line, length of cruise, and specific itinerary).
The primary ports of call in Ireland include Dublin and Cork (Cobh) and Belfast in Northern Ireland. Sailings in this region of the world typically take place from the end of March to the end of September. Cities in Ireland are also often included as ports of call on many transatlantic cruises going to/from the US and Europe during the summer months. To find great deals on cruises including ports of call in Ireland, check out Vacations to Go or Cruise Sheet.
No matter how you explore Ireland, you'll marvel at its beauty
Public Transportation in Ireland
Taxi Service in Ireland
Taxis are readily available at each of Ireland's airports and can be hailed or requested by phone/app in most major cities. This may not be your cheapest option for longer distance hauls, but it's another option nonetheless. All taxis in Ireland have a large yellow & blue roof-sign and door signage. They are all metered and they charge the same rate throughout the country.
For an estimated fare cost, use the Taxi Fare Estimator. Extra charges could include: additional passengers, a telephone booking fee, and toll charges. There is no additional charge for luggage or airport pick up. If you have questions about the meter charges, just ask! Most drivers are honest and friendly. Hailo and Uber (online ride request apps) are both available, as well.
Bus Service in Ireland
As far as bus service is concerned, Bus Éireann offers a network of local, city, commuter, and long-distance bus services connecting airports, cities, and communities. Though they mostly offer Point A -> Point B services, Bus Éireann also offers a few day tour options. If you're just looking for transportation from Dublin airport to the city centre, take a ride on the AirLink Bus. It's the fastest, most frequent and best value service (only €7) between Dublin Airport and the city centre.
With buses leaving the airport every 10-20 minutes (4:45 am-12:30 am) 7 days a week, there's no shortage of availability. You can buy tickets online or directly from the driver. Stops include Busaras (Dublin's main bus station), O'Connell Street (city center), Heuston (one of Dublin's main train stations), and more!
There are several other airport to city centre bus options, which you can explore on each airport's website. Here's information on getting to and from Dublin airport by bus.
Train Service in Ireland
Irish Rail offers intercity railway services, as well as Dart and commuter trains throughout Ireland. Check their website for train times and fares. To save a few Euros, you can book online in advance and collect your ticket at the self-service ticket machine at the main stations. Otherwise, simply purchase your ticket when you arrive at the station. Seat reservations are pretty much never compulsory.
Irish Rail connects Dublin to most corners of the country (including Northern Ireland) and also offers service from Waterford to Limerick and Cork or Kerry. For a look at the most popular train routes in Ireland visit Irish Rail's website. Once you arrive at your station of choice, it is then up to you to figure out how you will get to the various cities and sites (rental car, bus, taxi, guided tour, etc.).
The charming town of Adare near Ireland's west coast
Accommodations in Ireland
There are a variety of lodging options throughout the Emerald Isle, ranging from luxurious castles to a handful of adequate budget hostels. Start your search early to find the accommodation that best suits your needs and budget! Book a luxurious hotel, bed and breakfast, private room, entire apartment, quaint cottage, or vacation rental. Here are a few sites we've used while researching places to stay in Ireland. We've actually used each of the following companies throughout our various visits to the Emerald Isle:
Sykes Cottages – Looking for the ultimate Ireland lodging experience? Rent a cozy cottage! You can read more about our pleasant experiences with Sykes Cottages HERE.
AirBnB – Rent a shared room or private room in the home of a local. You also have the option to rent out an entire home/apartment for yourself and travel companions. If you've never stayed at an AirBnB before, use our unique link to save money your first stay!
VRBO – Similar to AirBnB in that you can rent out the home/apartment of a local. Loads of vacation rentals at reasonable prices.
Booking.com – Search everything from bed and breakfasts and apartments to houseboats and luxurious castles.
TripAdvisor – Read reviews of accommodations from previous travelers. Book vacation rentals directly through Trip Advisor.
How to Save Money When Planning a Trip to Ireland
Plan to visit in the shoulder season (Fall and Spring) or off-season (November-February) to save on airfare, rental car, and accommodations.
If you're staying at a hotel or B&B that includes breakfast – fill up! Eat a big breakfast, have a light snacky (inexpensive) lunch, then all that's left is dinner (dine in or treat yourself to a nice meal out)!
Shop at a local grocery store & have picnic meals instead of dining out for every meal, or if you're staying at an accommodation w/ a kitchen available to you, buy groceries & cook a few meals 'at home'
For super cheap accommodations, look into staying in one of Ireland's many hostels
Our favorite thing to do in Ireland is simply enjoy the natural beauty (via scenic drives and hikes), which costs nothing beyond initial travel costs and gas. There's no admission fee to enjoy the great outdoors! (Some popular natural attractions, such as the Cliffs of Moher and Giant's Causeway (in Northern Ireland) will have parking fees and optional visitor's center fees.) Though, you can always park elsewhere and hike to these natural locations for free, if you want to save money and you're up for a little walk!
Plan ahead and create a budget for how much you want to spend on your vacation (i.e.- transportation, food, activities, etc.). When we don't plan in advance, we tend to overspend!
History buffs will LOVE all of Ireland's heritage sites like Grianan of Aileach
Places to Visit in Ireland
There is so much to see and do in Ireland and since this post is getting rather extensive, we're going to guide you to some of our other posts, so you can continue planning a trip to Ireland! For starters, be sure to check out our massive list of 60 Places to Visit in Ireland!
One of our favorite places in Ireland is the Dingle Peninsula. While many people visit the peninsula as a day trip, just to explore Slea Head Drive, we feel that its a destination in and of itself. For example, Castlegregory and the North Shore of Dingle Peninsula is often overlooked by tourists, and deserves so much more attention than it receives. There are some great accommodations on Dingle Peninsula, so you wouldn't need to travel far to experience some of the most beautiful places in Ireland.
Scenic Drives & Natural Beauty
While the Ring of Kerry gets a lot of publicity, there are two other peninsula drives just south of the 'Ring' that definitely deserve a mention. Both the Ring of Beara and the Mizen Head Peninsula are stunning coastal drives minus the crowds of Kerry. Though despite the inevitable crowds (mostly during the summer months), no visit to Ireland is complete without a visit to the famed Cliffs of Moher and the Gap of Dunloe. (We visited the Gap of Dunloe for a second time during our November visit and practically had the place to ourselves.)
The Gap of Dunloe in County Kerry is a great addition to any Ireland itinerary
Small Towns in Ireland
If you're looking for small town charm in Ireland, you don't have to look very far! Adare and Ennis are just two examples of the countless charming villages found throughout the country. Oughterard is the gateway to Connemara, which is yet another region of the country that deserves more recognition. Hoping to enjoy some live traditional Irish music during your time in Ireland? There is definitely no shortage of places to sit in on a 'trad sess'. The town of Dingle (on the Dingle Peninsula) is famous for its live music offerings.
This is just a small sample of things to do in Ireland! We've explored so many wonderful places around the country, including places we have yet to write about. So, stay tuned for even more great Ireland content. In the mean time, if you've got questions that we can hopefully answer, please don't hesitate to ask!
Need More Help Planning a Visit to Ireland?
Again, please check out our massive 20 page Ireland Destination Guide, for more planning tips. The guide summarizes this post and includes so much more. Topics include: Getting to Ireland | Getting Around Ireland (Rental Cars & Public Transportation-Train, Taxi, Bus, Motor Coach Tours) | Top 10 Scenic Drives in Ireland | Awe-Inspiring Abbeys | 4 Traditional Irish Pubs to Check Out | 5 Charming Small Towns Not to Miss | Ireland's 6 National Parks | Interesting Facts About Ireland | Irish Dishes to Try | Islands of Ireland | Exploring Ireland's Fascinating History | Top 5 Highlights in Ireland's Most Visited Counties* | Frequently Asked Questions About Travel to Ireland | Money Saving Tips | 4 Detailed Sample Itineraries | Additional Resources | Photo Guide to County Highlights *Counties Included: Clare, Cork, Donegal, Dublin, Galway, Kerry, Mayo, Sligo, Waterford, Wexford, & Wicklow
We truly hope you fall in love with Ireland as much as we have!
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A recently published Caribbean Market Update, produced by Caribbean-based Integra Realty Resources, has offered good news for the Caribbean economy, noting a general improvement in tourism for the region, as well as a gradual improvement in real estate sales and an increase in foreign investment into our area.
The report also noted that while growth in the Latin America/Caribbean region slowed to 0.9 percent in 2014, the Caribbean had benefited from a strengthening of the U.S. economy and, as a result, the World Bank had predicted a 3.7 percent growth rate for the period 2015-2016 for the Caribbean, which is really good news.
When drilling down the statistics, the report showed that the Cayman Islands in particular showed remarkably strong tourism arrival growth in recent years, on par or up on the average for the Caribbean, at 4.10 percent increase in 2012 (Caribbean average – 4.19 percent), 7.4 percent in 2013 (Caribbean average 1.22 percent), and an impressive 10.84 percent increase in 2014 (Caribbean average up 5.34 percent). Cayman's figures have slowed this year (January to June) to just 1.43 percent, down on the Caribbean average of 7.12 percent.
I believe the reason for the slowdown this year has everything to do with the fact that we only have so much capacity to accommodate our visitors, and without an increase in inventory, we are unable to provide for any further significant increases in visitor arrivals. We need more hotel rooms and condominium rentals if we are to continue this growth trajectory, so it is good news that the Kimpton hotel will be coming on board at the end of next year, providing a welcome addition to Cayman's inventory. That said, I believe there is still capacity for even more inventory to develop in the future.
In order to achieve our maximum growth potential, I believe three critical subjects need to be addressed.
The first is this current mini stock market crash in which we find ourselves (at the time of writing). While I'm not qualified to say whether the recent turmoil on the stock markets will have a great and lasting impact on the global economy, and specifically on the U.S. economy, I can say with authority that the Cayman Islands has set itself apart from other Caribbean jurisdictions and is definitely a very important location for investors looking to relocate offshore. No matter what the fallout may be from this latest stock market volatility, Cayman stands ready and able to receive investors.
Getting the airport up to speed is another vital element in the quest to grow Cayman's economy. It is absolutely vital that government focuses on allowing the airport expansion to continue to ensure that not only are we able to compete in getting airlines to operate here from further afield, but that we are able to retain the ones we currently have.
A runway that is strong and long enough to meet the demands of today's air fleet is essential for us on so many levels, whether tourism, financial services, medical tourism, or residential, especially if they can secure long-haul routes.
The pressure is therefore on government to ensure that this project continues to progress, because if we cannot bring visitors to the island, developers will not want to come here to invest in new properties, which would be a great detriment to our economy as the ever-growing need for revenue (room tax) and jobs are essential to Cayman's growth and future.
The dock is the final topic on which I wish to comment, perhaps because it is certainly the topic of the moment. There have been many creative ideas as to how to solve our dock dilemma, for example a recent story about possibly bringing cable cars to the port, as reported in the Cayman Compass.
For my part, I believe that government has to realize that people today are extremely concerned about the environment, not just for themselves, but for their families and the generations to come. Whatever the decision on the dock, I believe it's imperative that the environmental footprint of the project be as small as possible, otherwise serious harm could be done to other important industries, such as our dive industry, which is extremely sensitive.
At the end of the day, we ought to examine exactly how much cruise ship passengers contribute to the local economy, and whether it might be better for us to target the quality of cruise ships rather than the quantity.
Is the stress that is put on our infrastructure by growing our cruise product really worth it to our economy? Perhaps we might be better off putting our energies into developing our stay-over visitor product, because these are the visitors who are more able to contribute to the economy over the long term, rather than cruise ship passengers, who spend only a very short time on island, often not contributing anything at all to the economy.


This post follows our previous one outlining the fundamentals of "How To Follow" for beginners in partner dancing. This post does something similar with an emphasis on the interaction with your partner.
Sometimes you are dancing on beat, sometimes you are 50-50 and sometimes you are in your own world dancing to an "amazing" rhythm no one else can hear. Sound familiar? If you and your partner are both true beginners, it takes time to develop rhythm recognition. Follow your partner along the best you can.
A little theory. What does it mean to be "on time", on the "right beat"?
Most of the songs will be on "4" or "8" beat measure. Only the "Waltz" songs will be on 1,2,3 beat. So to be on time, first recognize the music. Is this is a 4 beat or is this a 3 beat song? Listen to the music. Count the music. Tap with you hand or leg or even snap with you fingers. Make a sound and match the sound with the music. Try a different song and repeat.
If you are a beginner or advance dancer stay on time.
No matter the style of dance, staying on time is one of the most important things you can do.
P.S. If you partner is off beat, don't do any "favors". Stay on time. He or she will match you sooner or latter, be patient and polite.
Frame is the positioning of your arms and body which creates room for you both to dance.
Pressure is a light, but active, compression which you apply to your partner's frame through the palms of your hand. If you aren't responding fast enough to a lead, you might have to tune up or tune down your arms and body. Find the "Gold" middle.
Both of these together create the connection, which is where the joy of partner dancing comes from – moving together in unity.
As the previous post and this one are meant to imply, the most difficult thing to master in ballroom dance – or any other kind of partner dancing – is NOT THE STEPS. It's the interaction with your partner!
It's simply impossible for two people, dancing in close contact, to move seamlessly if each person makes their own decisions, choosing their own timing and making their steps independently. They must coordinate their moves perfectly – and the only way to achieve that is for a person to direct the moves and the other person to follow.
Dancing is a conversation with no words.


The Big Pocket shirt is aptly name. This wool blend button-down is reminiscent of your favorite heritage brand, but with added character. Light and gauzy in weight, with button cuffs, and a classic fit.
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Westwood Hall
on Wed Sep 19 2018, 16:31
Had the privilege of having a tour round the Hall today after meeting the cracking (eccentric) tenant. The hall was made a grade 2 listed building in the 60's, and delisted when the council tried to sell the land to a Chinese consortium in the 90's I think. He moved in the Hall in 1971 after his Mother agreed with the lady who lived there, Mrs Elizabeth Kay, to look after the place.Mrs Kay dies in 1986 (I think) When the council took ownership, they tried to get the tenant out as the place was unfit for human habitat, he went to court and won.
(The above may have the wrong dates, but am sure you will put me right, where I can edit and correct)
I have been invited back tomorrow to see some old pics of the area by the tenant.
Nearby, there is the Kay tunnel? that the Railways build so the hall owners and Kay Cottages tenants could have access.
There was a clay woks where the Kays dug the clay out to make bricks that went into building the Kays Cottages. There was also a mine there, which was handy to keep the Hall warm.
The Hall was build in the 1600's, and was changed in style and added to in the 1800's.
The hall itself is leaning, so when I went upstairs it was like I had vertigo.
https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101392199-westwood-hall-and-attached-cottage-worsley-mesnes-ward#.W6J3AYgvyUk
Pictures don't do it justice.
Many of the pics may be useless, due to the light....
First thing I saw on the entrance to the Hall.
Oak beams on ceiling 1960's light fitting
Panelled wall
Floorboard, (I could see through them, and the drop was substantial)
Dizzying staircase with a beam running across top. (very low
A beam holding a bedroom roof up from downstairs (Not all same stairs)
A beam holding a bedroom roof up from downstairs
A beam holding a bedroom roof up. From down stairs
A beam holding a bedroom roof up
A beam holding a bedroom roof up closeup (Tried to get bolts in. Failed)
A beam holding a bedroom roof up from downstairs.
Another beam holding a bedroom roof up
Front door (Pic repeated (crap image))
Tried to show the colour of the wood, failed
Original front door from inside (It was pitch black here)
Another bedroom fireplace
Central heating put in during the 70's?
Window with sash? open
Window Sash? (Forgot the real term)
A skylight
Fireplace in a bedroom
A cupboard
Panelled wall between rooms
Rear of property (Only access now)
Side of house (new front of hall)
Front of hall (Not original)
Front of the hall (Not the original one)
Original entry to the Hall
The first wekll (Capped and now dry (It was fed from the house water run off, from lead pipes)
Original front of the building
Original main entrance
Floor of the front of the original main door (They ran all the way in, and may have been coloured)
A boot scraper on the right of the original main door (Had to stand on weeds to be able to see them)
A boot scraper on the left of the original main door
Second main door, there are four concrete blocks that once were the base of four columns for the porch? to the entrance
Abandoned boat.
One of the two wells that fed water to the Hall
One of the two wells that fed water to the Hall(2)
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Re: Westwood Hall
More Knowledge
on Tue Jun 11 2019, 15:49
24-1/0/10006 WESTWOOD LANE
16-AUG-07 Westwood Hall and attached cottage
House, C17 and late C18/early C19.
MATERIALS: brick with stucco overlay, slate roofs, brick chimneys.
PLAN: L shape plan consisting of a 2 storey west range with central hall and stair, a room to either side with an additional room to the left at ground floor, rear stair behind. East range (the Cottage) has 3 storeys of a single room at each floor, with a 2 storey block to the rear.
ELEVATIONS: west front has a central doorway with a semi-circular overlight and a C21 door. One window to each side on two floors, ground floor windows C20, first floor to right an unhorned 6/6 vertical sash, first floor to left horned 6/6 vertical sash. Small window over the door. The roof is hipped at the right hand end, with a 6-pot chimneystack at the apex, and a 2-pot end stack at the left gable. To the left is a single storey extension with a lean-to roof, a small C20 window and an external boiler stack to the front.
The south front has a projecting bay to the left (part of the west or Hall range)with 6/6 unhorned sashes at ground and first floor, and a recessed entrance to the right with a heavy plank door and rectangular overlight. To the right is a 3-light casement with heavy double-keyed stone lintel and stone cill at ground floor, a C20 window with similar cill and lintel at first floor and a C20 window at second floor. To the right again is a 2-storey extension, stepped back with no windows on this elevation and a monopitch roof to the rear.
The north elevation has the lower 2-storey end to the left with an entrance on the right, one C20 window to the ground floor and a 3-light casement to the first. To the centre there is one 3-light casement to the ground floor. The north wing has 6/6 unhorned sashes to ground and first floors, both towards the left. The single storey extension consists of a brick and wooden shed with corrugated iron roof to the left, and is stuccoed with a renewed slate roof to the right.
INTERIOR: The main west entrance opens into a wide hall with a late C18/early C19 dogleg stair with stick balusters and a mahogany handrail to the rear. To the right is a room with high ceiling, dado and cornice, C20 fireplace and a small wall cupboard to the left of the fireplace. The room to the left has a C20 fireplace, and a door to the kitchen. To the rear of the hall, left of the staircase is a door leading to a space with a 12-panelled door to the right (opening to the under-stairs space) and a door ahead, now blocked, to the cottage to the rear. The stair connects at a landing with a second staircase from the south door and the ground floor of the cottage, and with the first floor of the cottage. There are two rooms in the west wing above those on the ground floor, one with a hatch to the attic space, and a small bathroom over the hall. There is a central skylight above the stair boxed in from the roof space above.
The cottage is accessed to the right of the south side entrance, through a timber-framed lobby and a plank door. The fireplace is to the left with the blocked door from the house beyond. Between the fireplace and the blocked door is the underneath of a staircase which no longer exists. Two ceiling beams run from either side of the fireplace. A plank door to the rear leads out to a lobby with timber partition to a cupboard, the kitchen and an entrance to the north. The north wall has a wall cupboard with double doors with fielded panels. A stair in the corner of the kitchen leads to the first floor, the end room in the lower part leading through a plank door to a passage with a room to the left. The room and passage are divided by a partition of vertical boards with horizontal battens, immediately beneath a ceiling beam. The floor has broad boards. The room has a further beam, large built-in cupboard with fielded panels and a C20 fireplace. To the right is a staircase leading up to the attic floor with barley-sugar balusters and solid wooden steps. The attic floor has a cruck truss visible at each side crossing the room north-south, and the chimney breast from the floors below. The rest of the roof structure not visible.
HISTORY: The core of the cottage end of the house is C17, from the evidence of the surviving cruck and the window proportions in the cottage. It may have had a cross passage layout, with its main entrance to the south and the staircase rising from the rear corner behind the fireplace, a position still occupied by the C17 staircase from first to second floor. The building has undergone several phases of development, including the moving of the lower part of the staircase from its original position to immediately facing the south entrance. A blocked window in the east face of the north side of the hall, similar to those in the cottage, may indicate that the house was extended westwards with a rear wing to the north. A major development took place in the late C18 or early C19, when the main elevation was moved to face west, with a new west front with sash windows and stucco, and another new staircase in the remodelled interior. A new approach was landscaped through an enclosed garden. Minor alterations in the later C19 and early C20 include some replacement sash windows, some C20 casements, and mainly late C19/early C20 fireplaces.
A will referring to Westwood Hall is dated 1785, and cartographic evidence shows a building on the site by 1786. The 1841 tithe map appears to show an L shaped building, and later OS maps show an unaltered footprint. The property was owned by the Kay family from at least the late C18. James Kay opened a drift coal mine in 1841 to the east of the house, which operated until 1856. A group of workers cottages, now demolished, known as Kay's cottages or Westwood Cottages stood to the north of the house in the early C20.
SUBSIDUARY: to the north of the main building is a derelict stable block in brick, probably late C18/early C19.
REASONS FOR DESIGNATION:
Westwood hall and Cottage is designated at Grade II for the following principal reasons:
* It is an unusually well preserved example of a C17 hall dwelling adapted and extended to meet C18 tastes
* It retains a number of early features, including a cruck truss, wooden plank partition wall, staircase with barley sugar balusters, panelled wall cupboards and plank doors
* It retains a little altered late C18/ early C19 wing adapted from part of the earlier building, with staircase, panelled doors, heightened ceilings and tall, 6 over 6 sash windows
* The growth and development of the hall can be read in the surviving elements.
Fridge Magnet!
on Wed Jun 12 2019, 05:14
I'll bring you one back from the Deep south. Will try to get an authentic old, rusty one. A sheriffs badge maybe?

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Q: missing elements from two arrays in java How can we find out missing elements from two arrays ?
Ex:
        int []array1 ={1,2,3,4,5};
        int []array2 ={3,1,2};

From the above two arrays i want to find what are the missing elements in second array?

A: Convert them to Sets and use removeAll.
The first problem is how to convert a primitive int[] to a collection.
With Guava you can use:
List<Integer> list1 = Ints.asList(array1);
List<Integer> list2 = Ints.asList(array2);

Apache commons (which I'm not familiar with) apparently has something similar.
Now convert to a set:
Set<Integer> set1 = new HashSet<Integer>(list1);

And compute the difference:
set1.removeAll(list2);

And convert the result back to an array:
return Ints.toArray(set1);

A: If you are allowed duplicates in the arrays, an efficient (O(n)) solution it to create a frequency table (Map) by iterating over the first array, and then use the map to match off any elements in the second array.
Map<Integer, Integer> freqMap = new HashMap<Integer, Integer>();

// Iterate over array1 and populate frequency map whereby
// the key is the integer and the value is the number of
// occurences.
for (int val1 : array1) {
  Integer freq = freqMap.get(val1);

  if (freq == null) {
    freqMap.put(val1, 1);
  } else {
    freqMap.put(val1, freq + 1);
  }
}

// Now read the second array, reducing the frequency for any value
// encountered that is also in array1.
for (int val2 : array2) {
  Integer freq = freqMap.get(val2);

  if (freq == null) {
    freqMap.remove(val2);
  } else {
    if (freq == 0) {
      freqMap.remove(val2);
    } else {
      freqMap.put(freq - 1);
    }
  }
}

// Finally, iterate over map and build results.
List<Integer> result = new LinkedList<Integer>();

for (Map.Entry<Integer, Integer> entry : freqMap.entrySet()) {
  int remaining = entry.getValue();

  for (int i=0; i<remaining; ++i) {
    result.add(entry.getKey());
  }
}

// TODO: Convert to int[] using the util. method of your choosing.

A: Simple logic for getting the unmatched numbers.
public static int getelements(int[] array1, int[] array2)
{
    int count = 0;
    ArrayList unMatched = new ArrayList();
    int flag = 0;
    for(int i=0; i<array1.length ; i++)
    {   flag=0;
        for(int j=0; j<array2.length ; j++)
        {
                if(array1[i] == array2[j]) {
                    flag =1;
                    break;
                }

        }
        if(flag==0)
        {
            unMatched.add(array1[i]);
        }
    }

        System.out.println(unMatched);

    return unMatched.size();

}

public static  void  main(String[] args) {
// write your code here5

    int array1[] = {7,3,7,2,8,3,2,5};
    int array2[] = {7,4,9,5,5,10,4};

    int count;
    count = getelements(array1,array2);

    System.out.println(count);

}

A: You can use Set and its methods. This operation would be a set difference.

A: The naive way would be to simply search one array for each of the elements of the other array (with a for loop).  If you first were to SORT both arrays, it becomes much more efficient.

A: Consider using intersection method:
A healthy discussion is available at:
http://www.coderanch.com/t/35439/Programming-Diversions/Intersection-two-arrays

A: @finnw I believe you were thinking of commons-collections.
Need to import org.apache.commons.collections.CollectionUtils;
To get the disjunction function.
Using the disjunction method will find all objects that aren't found in an intersection.
Integer[] array1 ={1,2,3,4,5};
Integer[] array2 ={3,1,2};
List list1 = Arrays.asList(array1);
List list2 = Arrays.asList(array2);
Collection result = CollectionUtils.disjunction(list1, list2);
System.out.println(result); // displays [4, 5]

A: You could create two other int arrays to store the multiplicity of each value. Increment the index of the array that the value corresponds with every time it is found and then compare the arrays.
It's not the most "efficient" way perhaps, but it's a very simple concept that works.

A: Guava library can be helpful; you need to change Array in Set then can use API.

A: This is not the most efficient way but it's probably the simplest way that works in Java :
public static void main(final String[] args) {
        final int[] a = { 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 };
        final int[] b = { 3, 1, 2 };
        // we have to do this just in case if there might some values that are missing in a and b
        // example: a = { 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 }; b={ 2, 3, 1, 0, 5 }; missing value=4 and 0
        findMissingValue(b, a);
        findMissingValue(a, b);
    }

    private static void findMissingValue(final int[] x, final int[] y) {
        // loop through the bigger array
        for (final int n : x) {
            // for each value in the a array call another loop method to see if it's in there
            if (!findValueSmallerArray(n, y)) {
                System.out.println("missing value: " + n);
                // break;
            }
        }
    }

    private static boolean findValueSmallerArray(final int n, final int[] y) {
        for (final int i : y) {
            if (n == i) {
                return true;
            }
        }
        return false;
    }

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Xu Weilai was the only one in his life he was uncertain about.
He had attempted to turn the situation around and erase it away, but his efforts were futile…
In this world, perhaps there truly was a person destined to be an unpredictable existence in our lives. Nobody could ever control them.
Gu Yu pouted his lips and said in a low voice, "If that's what she wishes… I don't see why not."
Xu Shuai was no longer surprised by this outcome. Ever since he was aware of Gu Yu's deeply concealed feelings towards Xu Weilai, he had pondered through it thoroughly. Eventually, he concluded that Gu Yu would not hold on to any of his principles at all when it comes to matters concerning Xu Weilai.
Xu Shuai only learned of Gu Yu's feelings when the latter got drunk once and muttered it out. When Gu Yu fell into a coma after a car accident, he maintained his consciousness even though he couldn't wake up.
Not only could he hear every single thing that Xu Weilai had said to him, but he could also sense how much she cared for him. He had neither taken a proper look at his fiancée nor make plans in his life for one. She simply made her way into his heart so unexpectedly and aggressively.
All along, Gu Yu would always agree to anything that Xu Weilai wanted. Now that Xu Shuai thought about it, the annulment of the engagement three years ago was probably the last remaining pathetic act of struggle that Gu Yu had put up…
If Xu Weilai had created a scene back then or even simply gave Gu Yu a call to ask about it, he would probably give in unconditionally…
'How stupid his feelings are', Xu Shuai thought.
Xu Shuai then turned to look at Xiao Chun. After she heard Gu Yu's response, she had begun to chug down alcohol as though it was water. When Xu Shuai saw this, he merely felt his head begin to ache.
Gu Yu lifted his hand up to glance at his watch and realized that it was already past 10:00 p.m. After he dusted his sleeves casually with his long and slender fingers, he rose from his seat and buttoned up his blazer before he said, "I'll make a move first."
"Hurry back home to care for your wife." Xu Shuai shrugged his shoulders and said, "I get it. Be off then."
Gu Yu nodded his head lightly and just when he was about to step forward with his long, slender legs, Xiao Chun slammed her glass of alcohol down on the coffee table. It gave off a clear, crisp sound. Afterward, Xiao Chun also stood up quickly and said to Gu Yu, "Brother Yu, give me a ride. I drank too much to be able to drive."
Gu Yu turned her down without hesitation. "Your place isn't on the route I'm taking."
Subsequently, he took one glance at Xu Shuai from the corner of his eyes and said, "Get her a cab."
However, Xiao Chun stepped forward and said, "But I want you to send me home. There's something that I want to speak to you about."
Without a second look at her, Gu Yu simply strode out of the private room. Xiao Chun stood rooted to the spot and as she watched his cold and indifferent silhouette move further away with reddened eyes.
Xu Shuai massaged the area between his brows, then opened his mouth in an attempt to say something. However, Xiao Chun had already dashed out of the room in the next second. It was obvious that she wanted to chase after Gu Yu.
Dammit! Xu Shuai instantly sprang up from the sofa and chased after her.
Xiao Chun managed to catch up with Gu Yu at the entrance of the night club and grab hold of his sleeves firmly with her hands. Gu Yu stopped in his tracks as his black pupils swept a look across her face coldly before his gaze landed on her hands, which were clutching onto his sleeves.
Xiao Chun released her grip out of reflex.
As she was slightly inebriated and her reaction was a little exaggerated, she did not manage to stand steadily and she staggered a few steps back. Xu Shuai, who managed to catch up with them in time, reached out his hands to catch her and prevent her from falling.
However, Xiao Chun struggled to get out of Xu Shuai's arms. She fixed her stare onto Gu Yu before she asked, "Brother Yu, did… did you truly fall for Xu Weilai?"
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We study and forecast the effects of near-future (NF) land use and climate changes (LUCC) on the hydrological regime (HR) within the Zilbier river basin located in arid and semiarid regions, in the Azerbaijan province in northeast and northwest of Iran in the recent past (2004–2014) and 2030. We used the baseline data (SB) and 13 potential NF scenarios to evaluate the effects of changes in land use, temperature and precipitation, both in isolation and in combined scenarios by application of the Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT). Climate changes (CC) were represented by the delta change approach based on trends for past 3 (1985–2014) or last decade (2005–2014), respectively (low delta change (LDC) and high delta change (HDC)), where the trends of the most recent decade yield a higher delta change when extrapolating to 2030. Similarly, land use changes were derived from trends observed based from satellite imagery and Cellular Automata–Markov model (CAM). In the NF, the results indicated that the climate would universally become warmer and drier under both LDC and HDC and increase the high-consumption land uses such as orchards in the study area, respectively. In 2030, CC tend to effect more conspicuously the HR than LU changes, leading to decrease in the entire hydrological component except evapotranspiration. Surveying the whole array of the simulated scenarios, there were clear and non-linear synergistic effects of the combination of LU and CC scenarios, and taking into account both of these is, therefore, critically important if model results are to be used for decision-making support.
We thank Regional Water Authority of East Azerbaijan (RWAEA), Iran Meteorological Organization (IMO), and Iranian Forest, Range and Watershed Management Organization which provided some information, data, and maps. In addition, RWAEA supported financially. Also, we would like to thank many individuals who have contributed to data collection, analysis, thought, and spirit of this research: the individuals are too many to mention, but, in particular, we would like to mention Ashkan Farokhnia.


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A: While not a direct answer to your question, I used this wiki article when I needed to load my Eee (no CD Drive) with XP from an USB drive. Some tools and techniques there are definitely not limited to just netbooks though. Hope it helps.

A: Here is a link to an easy way to do this for Windows 7 and Vista that they claim works for XP as well - How To Create Bootable Windows 7, Vista, or XP USB Flash/Pen Drive Quickly.
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Harvester of Sofia continues its new section for interviews with popular people that are first-hand witnesses to the first steps and further development of Metallica. We give to you Bob Nalbandian who is called the official historian of the band by many. He was an iconic figure in the early days of Thrash in Bay Area. He now works as a journalist and owns Shockwaves Skullsessions Podcast – a part of Roadrunner Records, an editor for different magazines and writes books among other things. He and Bill Hale recently published the Metallica: The Club Dayz 1982-82 photo album, where Bill was in charge of photography and Bob took care of the texts. He should also be given credit for the the popular guitarist Marty Freedman joining Megadeth in the early 90s of the past century. After that he has worked with bands like Seplutura, Type-O Negative, Last Crack, etc.
What was the first Metallica song you heard and when? What did you think?
First song i heard was "Hit the Lights" which was their first ever recording of an original, this was the version w/ Lloyd Grant on guitar that was featured on the original Metal Massacre record. I was probably one of the first 10 people to actually hear this song. This was just after they recorded the demo of this track so it had to be early 1982. At the time I loved it, even though the production was very poor.
Do you remember your first time when you saw the band live and hоw was concert?
Of course I remember. I saw the very first ever Metallica show, it was at a small club called Radio City in Anaheim, CA. I believe it was March 1982.
Have you ever thought in 82-84, that Metallica will become one of the most influential bands in the history of rock music?
I would have never thought that. I don't think anyone in the band would have thought that either at the time!
Do you still keep in touch with the boys from the band?
Yes, I actually saw Lars and James on their Death Magnetic shows at Orange County and Las Vegas.
Do you keep anything valuable from those first concerts – flayer, poster,Lars's sticks, underwear …?
Underwear?? No, I don't have much of that old stuff, I got rid of most my collection years ago.
Do you think that rock and metal word would be so popular nowadays without the appearance of Metallica? Would the heavy music ever become mainstream without them?
Oh yeah, I don't think it would have changed the popularity of metal but Metallica certainly took metal to a whole new level.
What the band owes its huge succes over the years. The talent of the musicians, the sense of music, Lars's management or something else?
I think it's a combination of all that that earned Metallica their huge success. Not to mention they wrote incredible metal songs!
What is Metallica personally for you? Did Metallica change your life in some way?
Absolutely, being a part of that whole metal movement in the early '80s (publising my fanzine Headbanger and being involved in the whole tape-trading movement. So Metallica definitely had an impact on my life from the early years on through today.
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Athlete Profile: Brandon Ainsworth
November 21, 2014 | Updated: January 29, 2019
Since it started in 1968, we have often heard Special Olympics changes lives. Area 20's Brandon Ainsworth is one more example of this fact.
Brandon, 13, has been an SOTX athlete for a little over a year and already has been very active in the program. Before moving to Southwest ISD with his family in 2013, Brandon was afraid of playing sports and was overweight. Since starting school at Francis Scobee Middle School, things have changed mightily for Brandon.
Today, less than two years after joining SOTX, Brandon is now a seven-sport athlete, as he participates in Athletics, Aquatics, Basketball, Bocce, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
Earlier this year, he scored a long touchdown in Flag Football and then overcame his fear of the water, propelling him to go on to earn a gold medal at the San Antonio area Aquatics Competition.
Not only has he overcome his fright of swimming and playing sports, his active involvement in SOTX has also led him to becoming much healthier.
Outside of his SOTX participation, Brandon was an escort at the Little Miss Magnificent pageant, where he performed a song by his favorite band, Big Time Rush.


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Home ADVOCACY DRR EDUCATION FASILITATOR FUNDRAISING HANDICAP INTERNATIONAL HUMANITY & INCLUSION JAVA PEACE PLAN PSYCHOSOCIAL YOGYAKARTA Humanity & Inclusion Job Vacancy: Partnership, Emergency & DRR Technical Advisor, Yogyakarta
Humanity & Inclusion Job Vacancy: Partnership, Emergency & DRR Technical Advisor, Yogyakarta
Devjobs Asia 27 April ADVOCACY, DRR, EDUCATION, FASILITATOR, FUNDRAISING, HANDICAP INTERNATIONAL, HUMANITY & INCLUSION, JAVA, PEACE, PLAN, PSYCHOSOCIAL, YOGYAKARTA,
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial aid organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. We work alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, taking action and bearing witness in order to respond to their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. Humanity & Inclusion is the operating name of Handicap International Federation.
Humanity & Inclusion (HI) has been present in Indonesia since January 2005, when it provided an immediate response to the needs of the earthquake and tsunami victims in Aceh province. Progressively shifting towards a development approach, HI is currently working in two provinces of Indonesia: Yogyakarta and Nusa Tenggara Timur provinces. In addition, the program worked in Timor-Leste during 2012-2018. The country office is currently based in Yogyakarta city, with possibility to transfer it to Jakarta by end 2019 where the key staff will be based.
HI has been operating in the Philippines since 1985, implementing emergency and development actions aimed at improving protection, quality of life, and the promotion of rights of vulnerable individuals, their families, and communities in different locations throughout the country. HI is working from offices in Makati, Davao City, and Roxas City, in collaboration with government, international, and local partners.
From January 1, 2017, the Indonesia and Timor-Leste program and the Philippines program merged to form the PINT (Philippines, Indonesia & Timor-Leste) regional program, while the operations in Timor-Leste ceased by the end of 2018. Humanity & Inclusion is the operational name of Handicap International Federation.
The Partnership, Emergency & DRR Technical Advisor contributes within the PIN program (Philippines and Indonesia) to the implementation of the mandate and the 10-year strategy of Humanity & Inclusion. He/she ensures optimal quality and impact of the projects, in terms of partnership strategy, context on emergency response and DRR, are implemented in both countries; Indonesia & Philippines, through a delegation system with appropriate control mechanisms. He/she shares with all HI managers the responsibility of a sound management and successful functioning of the global organization, through paradigm changes.
In order to implement the project goal, HI is currently looking for a technical advisor for partnership, emergency and DRR for its office in Yogyakarta. The detail is as follows:
Position Title: Partnership, Emergency, and DRR Technical Advisor (PEDRR-TA)
Location: Yogyakarta with possibility to transfer to Jakarta
Closing date: rolling (this position will be filled as soon as the suitable candidate is identified)
Basic Salary Range: 10.1 –11.1 million IDR depending on objective weighting of candidate's profile and non-negotiable.
The successful candidate is expected to start as soon as possible in June 2019.
TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the line management of the Operational Coordinator, the post holder will ensure the compliance of the partnership strategy of HI PIN (Indonesia & Philippines) program and HI as a whole. The post holder will also be the emergency focal point, who during emergency situations will have to design and launch emergency project on the field according to the defined Emergency Strategy. The Technical Adviser will be the guarantor of best practices and in position to provide technical significant support to the team in PIN Program. The tasks, among other things are:
Contributes to the regional strategies in line with the global strategies for partnership, emergency or DRR. Provides sectorial technical inputs to the STRATOPs of the PIN Program under his/her scope and in partnership, emergency & DRR sectors, in line with the global STRATECH and ensure relevant follow up
Contribute to the local external prestige and influence of HI's expertise in partnership, emergency & DRR sectors
Ensure the development of major opportunities or new projects in the region under partnership, emergency & DRR sectors
Supports human resources development and ensures the implementation of the strategic capacity-building plan,
Upon request of the line manager, carry out specific tasks that can contribute to the achievement of the main objectives described in this job description
DUTY STATION: Partnership, Emergency DRR TA will be based in Yogyakarta with the possibilty to transfer to Jakarta
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor Degree in social science
Minimum 1 year practical experience as technical advisor or MEAL unit
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in non profit
The different schools of thought and explanatory models of disability and the application of certain tools
International human rights frameworks
The technical issues concerning emergency and DRR, and the stakeholders and professionals in his/her/her service sector
DESIRED:
Master Degree in social science
3 years of practical experience as technical advisor or MEAL unit
Frameworks and mechanisms of international development cooperation and humanitarian assistance
Strategies for fighting exclusion and discrimination
The technical issues concerning partnership
Licensed and willing to ride a motorbike for work purpose
Local recruitment – there is no financial support for mobility for non-resident applicants out of Yogyakarta
Initial contract will be for maximum 1 year with a possibility for renewal.
Humanity & Inclusion is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, to apply.
Humanity & Inclusion has a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, fraud, bribery and corruption.
Any interested candidates should send their motivation letter together with CV in English and references less than 500 KB as soon as possible to:
HR Manager of Humanity & Inclusion
Email to: recruitment@indonesia.hi.org
(please put in reference in Subject: PEDRRTA-Yogyakarta)
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Residents of Yogyakarta province will be highly appreciated.
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Тбилисский эмират — исламское государственное образование под эгидой Арабского халифата существовавшее в Восточной Грузии с 736 по 1122 год (фактически — до 1080 года) и Западной с 735 года до середины IX века. Эмират управлялся сперва династией Шуабидов (ветвь династии Омейядов), а затем, после отступничества эмира Саака, её сменили династии Шейбанидов и Джафаридов. Столица — Тбилиси.

Тбилисского эмира назначал непосредственно халиф.

Образование эмирата
Образование эмирата стало следствием арабских завоеваний на Кавказе, которые начались в 645 году и 90 лет спустя привели к взятию Тбилиси (735) войсками арабского полководца Мервана из династии Омейядов, прозванного грузинами за его жестокость «глухим», ибо он был глух к народным страданиям, армяне же прозвали его «слепым», ибо он был слеп к народным слезам, арабы же прозвали его «ослом» за упрямство. Мерван был назначен наместником Кавказа, в его задачи входила исламизация всего региона, а в Тбилиси он назначил эмира, власть которого распространялась на всю Грузию, как восточную, так и западную.

Территория эмирата
Вначале тбилисскому эмиру подчинялась вся Восточная Грузия, но с рубежа VIII—IX веков территория эмирата постепенно уменьшалась. Более крепко эмиры держались в Квемо-Картли и в Шида-Картли.

В IX—XI веках северная граница Тбилисского эмирата простиралась до Дигомской лощины. На юге тбилисскому эмиру принадлежали крепости Биртвиси, Орбети и Парцхиси. С конца IX века южная часть Квемо-Картли перешла в руки армянских Багратидов, они владели крепостью Самшвилде и югом Квемо-(Нижней) Картли, включая среднее и нижнее течение реки Кциа. На западе с эмиратом граничила Триалети. Восточная граница эмирата проходила в основном по реке Куре, хотя, как видно, на её восточном берегу эмирату принадлежали Исанская долина, , город Рустави и территория до устья реки Иори.

Ближе к середине IX века территория эмирата сократилась до пределов Картли. Собственно мусульманским городом можно было назвать лишь Эль-Тефелис, который был перестроен по образцу других городов халифата и по населению среди городов Кавказа уступал только Дербенту. Основная же часть населения в регионах придерживалась христианской веры отцов. После успешной борьбы, начавшейся ещё в середине VIII века в Абхазии, под эгидой Византии создалось Абхазское царство, полностью независимое от арабов. В VIII веке его границы расширились по территории современной Абхазии, а в середине IX века им удалось освободить от арабов Лазику, чьё население было измотано борьбой с мусульманами. Несмотря на все попытки определить освобождение Лазики в конце (а то и в середине VIII века), реально это стало возможным лишь после полного развала халифата в начале — середине IX века. Живший на рубежах VIII и IX веков Феофан Исповедник, посещавший в начале IX века Лазику, сообщает о владычестве арабов в этом регионе. Таким образом, Лазика продержалась в составе Тифлисского эмирата (куда она и была включена) вплоть до начала — середины IX века.

В середине IX века тбилисский эмир попытался отложиться от Багдада и перестал выплачивать халифу дань. В ответ Аббасиды отправили карательную экспедицию под руководством гуляма Буги ал-Кабира (853). Тбилиси подвергся разгрому, а непокорный эмир Саак из династии Шуабидов был распят на кресте. По данным арабских источников, в ходе этих событий в Тбилиси погибли до 50 тысяч жителей. Христианское население стало мигрировать в Абхазское царство, а территория эмирата продолжала сокращаться. В XI веке эмиру подчинялся только Тбилиси с пригородами.

После 1080 года упоминания о тбилисском эмире исчезают. По грузинским источникам, городом правил совет старейшин. В 1122 году в Тбилиси триумфально вошёл царь Давид IV Строитель, сделавший город столицей государства Багратионов. Четырёхвековой период иноземного господства в Тбилиси подошёл к концу.

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Wreckage of WW2 fighter plane which crash-landed shortly after take-off unearthed by shifting sands on beach – The Sun
A WRECKED World War Two fighter plane has been uncovered by shifting sands on a beach.
The Bristol Beaufighter crash-landed shortly after take-off in April 1944.
The crew were uninjured but the maritime fighter stayed buried for decades.
It was discovered at Cleethorpes in Lincs by local couple Graham Holden and Debi Hartley while walking their dog on Bank Holiday Monday.
Graham said: "I never expected to find anything like this in my life.
"It's an amazing find.
"I went out there just last week and it wasn't there."
They photographed the wreckage and the RAF confirmed it was a Beaufighter from nearby war base North Coates.
Graham said: "It could be covered up again soon for another 80 years."
Of almost 6,000 Beaufighters built during the war, there are believed to be only five complete versions in the world.
The discovery comes weeks after the wreck of a car sunk on Cleethorpes beach 35 years ago was uncovered by moving sands.
Charity worker who bludgeoned her hoarder neighbour to death jailed for life
Thomas Markle's new film with 'unseen videos and photos' of Meghan
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Las Vegas woman accused of killing daughters because organs 'worth a lot of money'
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Sandtown Halloween Festival provides a fun, safe holiday experience
By Talia Richman
More than 2,000 children from five schools and 10 daycares in West Baltimore were expected at the annual Sandtown Halloween Festival, which allows students in a often crime-ridden neighborhood to have a safe Halloween experience. (Kim Hairston / Baltimore Sun video)
Safety concerns keep many of the children in Betsy Camak's first-grade class from going trick-or-treating on Halloween.
Some of their parents worry about the violent crime that plagues many West Baltimore neighborhoods after nightfall. It's often considered too dangerous, Camak says, to send young children door-to-door with empty pillowcases, waiting to be filled with candy.
To ensure her students still get a Halloween experience, Camak brought her class on Friday to the annual Sandtown Halloween Festival. The first-graders from Harlem Park Elementary/Middle School picked pumpkins from a "pumpkin patch" and collected trick-or-treat bags full of candy and school supplies. Each was offered a free pair of gloves and a winter hat, too.
"With all the crime in the community and the city, period, this is an extremely secure and safe place for the children and teachers," Camak said. "It brings the community together."
More than 2,000 children from five schools and 10 day cares in West Baltimore were expected at the festival, sponsored by FutureCare Health and Management and hosted in the lot behind the corporation's Sandtown branch.
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Some of the kids showed up as power rangers, others as princesses. With their faces painted, many danced around with the Ravens' mascot or jumped in a moon bounce.
FutureCare's vice president of business development Diane Vernon said it's meaningful to host the family-friendly festival in the heart of Sandtown-Winchester, the neighborhood where Freddie Gray grew up. Gray was 25 years old when he died of injuries sustained in police custody, touching off widespread unrest in April 2015.
"There's such a sense of community here and people didn't get to see that during the riots," Vernon said.
Terrica Conyers brings her daughters, age 4 and 5, to the festival every year. The girls love bringing home candy and picking out a special pumpkin from the patch, which they proudly display at home.
Public officials also joined in the celebration. Moments after Sen. Ben Cardin walked in, he looked around and smiled.
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"This is incredible," he said. "Just look at the kids' faces."
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