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Alaska Cruising Aboard Nieuw Amsterdam 2023
13 Days . 28 Meals
Spend two nights in Fairbanks, "The Golden Heart City" and enjoy a narrated cruise aboard the Riverboat Discovery to Old Chena Village. Enjoy an Alaska Salmonbake dinner and see the Golden Heart Review. Ride the Alaska Railroad from Fairbanks to Denali National Park and spend one night at Denali National Park. Experience an exciting seven-day Inside Passage cruise aboard Holland America's Nieuw Amsterdam!. more
Alaska Cruising Aboard Noordam 2023
Join us on the ultimate adventure to America's last frontier, Alaska! Experience the natural beauty of Alaska's rugged interior aboard the Alaska Railroad and tour Denali National Park. Take the mountain tunnel to Whittier and cruise along the Inside Passage to Vancouver. Visit ports of call steeped in history, culture and tradition.. more
Alaska Iditarod Race 2024
9 Days . 11 Meals
Join us on a journey to "The Last Frontier" for the Iditarod Sled Dog Race. Witness the Ceremonial Start in Anchorage and travel to Willow for the official start of this epic race.. more
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta - Oct. 6, 2023
6 Days . 8 Meals
Dazzling during the day, the spectacle of hundreds of hot air balloons is even better when they light up at dawn and dusk. See these amazing displays, plus explore early Pueblo life, and the artists of Santa Fe.. more
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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta – Oct. 13, 2023
Dazzling during the day, the spectacle of hundreds of hot air balloons is even better when they light up at dawn and dusk. See these amazing displays, explore early Pueblo life and enjoy the artists of Santa Fe.. more
Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park 2023 & 2024
Lush forests, mighty rivers, and immense glaciers welcome visitors to the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Lanky cowboys and lake cruises await you amid the crisp air and pristine waters of the north. . more
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Chicago Cubs Arizona Spring Training 2023 & 2024
What could be better than cheering on your favorite ball team, The Cubs, under the warm desert sunshine for three exciting spring training games? Get a head start on the baseball season with your Chicago Cubs at the Cactus League in Arizona.. more
Colorado's Historic Trains 2023 & 2024
Follow the historic routes of the Old West with excursions on six different scenic railroads. Then witness the amazing rock formations and natural beauty of three national parks.. more
Colorful Canyons & Beautiful Balloons 2023 & 2024
This holiday is the perfect blend of the beauty of the Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque and the amazing National Parks in the Southwest. Explore six National Parks on this incredible journey, enjoy a float trip on the Colorado River, and take a scenic cruise on Lake Powell.. more
From Black Hills to Badlands 2023 & 2024
Visit South Dakota's historic Black Hills and beautiful Badlands on one trip. See National monuments, historic towns, a multitude of wildlife and prehistoric remains all on one exciting journey.. more
Great Buffalo Roundup of the Black Hills 2023 & 2024
Visit South Dakota's historic Black Hills and beautiful Badlands on one trip. See national monuments, historic towns, and feel the ground rumble as cowboys bring in the state's buffalo herd at the Great Buffalo Roundup.. more
Great Western Resorts of Arizona 2024
Experience two of Arizona's great resorts, from the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass, a unique blend of cultures located on the Sonoran Desert to the award-winning White Stallion Ranch a traditional dude ranch with the service and amenities of a fine resort.. more
Hawaii Three Islands 2023 & 2024
Experience America's Pacific paradise, Hawaii. Visit three islands where you can walk the idyllic beaches, venture into the lush tropical forests and be amazed by the stunning waterfalls and exquisite beauty all on one trip.. more
Hawaiian Cruising in Paradise 2023 & 2024
Sail away to Paradise on a trip-of-a-lifetime to the beautiful Hawaiian Islands. Spend seven glorious days cruising while visiting four Hawaiian Islands.. more
Experience the best of the Columbia and Snake Rivers. From Mount Hood's Timberline Lodge and the Columbia River Gorge's Multnomah Falls to the Snake River's Hells Canyon and two nights at the beautiful Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel.. more
Las Vegas, Laughlin & Lake Havasu 2023 & 2024
Get away to the desert for some fun in Las Vegas and Laughlin. Tour the famed Las Vegas Strip, visit Hoover Dam and some of old Route 66's attractions. Also tour London Bridge on a river cruise to Lake Havasu.. more
Montana & Glacier National Park 2023 & 2024
The awesome grandeur of Glacier National Park is on display from the comfort of a historic Red Bus traveling along the legendary Going-to the-Sun Road. Cruise through Waterton Lakes National Park and follow in Lewis & Clark's footsteps to the Gates of the Mountains.. more
Mount Rainier & Olympic National Parks 2024
Explore the Pacific Northwest from Seattle's vibrant waterfront to the English charm of British Columbia's capital, Victoria. Along the way, see the deep, dark waters of Puget Sound, the majesty of Mount Rainier and the native culture at Tillicum Village.. more
Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks 2023
Explore the Pacific Northwest from Seattle's vibrant waterfront to the English charm of British Columbia's capital, Victoria. Along the way, see the deep, dark waters of Puget Sound, and the majesty of Mount Rainier.. more
Mt. Rushmore, Deadwood & the Badlands 2023
Depart for The Badlands on this 7-day adventure of the Wild West.. more
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National Parks of the Southwest 2023
Experience 4 of America's National Parks: Arches, Bryce Canyon, Zion, and Grand Canyon on this 13-day Motorcoach tour with Mayflower Cruises & Tours.. more
On a single holiday the beauty of the Southwest's National Parks come alive. From delicate stone arches and beautiful, multi-colored canyons to towering stone monoliths and crystal-clear lakes, this journey is a delight to behold. Enjoy the relaxation of a float trip and the excitement of the nation's entertainment center.. more
Get ready for the trip of a lifetime and the awesome beauty of America's National Parks! . more
Pacific Coast Highlights 2023
Revel in the natural beauty of the Pacific Coast experiencing the wonders of the Columbia River Gorge, glorious mountains, magnificent redwood trees, lush vineyards and the exciting "City by the Bay.". more
Rails & Sails of the Sierra Nevada 2023 & 2024
Two nights in the "City by the Bay," two scenic rail experiences and two narrated, leisurely cruises are highlighted by a journey through California's Sierra Nevada. Ride the Sacramento Southern Railroad along the Sacramento River.. more
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Red Rocks to the Rockies - Rocky Mountaineer Eastbound
Spend one night in Las Vegas and explore Utah's canyonlands and red rocks on an open air tram tour through Zion National Park. See the famed "Pink Cliffs" of Bryce Canyon National Park and venture into Dead Horse Point State Park with its amazing views of the Colorado River and massive sandstone walls. Tour Arches National Park to see the largest concentration of stone arches in the world. Travel aboard the Rocky Mountaineer Train in Silver Leaf Class from Moab to Glenwood Springs following the Colorado River and passing beautiful red rock formations, desert cliffs and canyons.. more
Rivers & Rails of Texas 2023 & 2024
Experience the excitement of Texas from both river and rail while enjoying the history of San Antonio, the beauty of the Piney Woods and rustic cowboy culture of Fort Worth.. more
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Rockies to the Red Rocks - Rocky Mountaineer Westbound
Spend two nights in Denver and take a narrated sightseeing tour with a local guide. Visit Rocky Mountain National Park and then spend a glorious day aboard the Rocky Mountaineer across Colorado with spacious, reclining seats and oversized glass-dome windows, crossing the Continental Divide and travel the six-mile-long Moffatt Tunnel. Continue aboard the Rocky Mountaineer Train in Silver Leaf Class from Glenwood Springs to Moab following the Colorado River and passing beautiful red rock formations, desert cliffs and canyons. Tour Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, and see the "Pink Cliffs" of Bryce Canyon National Park.. more
San Antonio Christmas on the Riverwalk 2023
Light up your holidays! Celebrate at the famous Riverwalk, featuring more than two miles of beautifully-landscaped waterfront. Come see why the Riverwalk is the number one travel destination in Texas!. more
San Diego Getaway 2023 & 2024
Spend four nights in the heart of San Diego Old Town District, one of America's most colorful and romantic cities. Includes a day trip to sunny Palm Springs for a narrated tour of the Celebrity Stars Homes.. more
San Francisco & Wine Country 2023 & 2024
Come enjoy one of California's most exciting cities, San Francisco and spend two nights in the Fisherman's Wharf area. Experience a delicious lunch and wine pairing on board the Napa Valley Wine Train and enjoy tours and tastings at three of California's wonderful wineries.. more
Sedona's Red Rocks & The Grand Canyon 2023 & 2024
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the southwest, take a ride on two of Arizona's scenic railways, take in the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon, visit old mining towns and explore Montezuma Castle National Monument.. more
Texas Cowboy Country | 2023 Value Tour
Spend 3 nights in the heart of Texas Cowboy Country at the Y.O. Ranch Hotel, visit the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, the stirring Oklahoma City National Memorial and take a tour of San Antonio with a local guide including the Mission San Jose and El Mercado. Enjoy a narrated river cruise along the famed San Antonio River Walk, and visit the Alamo. See the National Museum of the Pacific War, tour Lyndon B. Johnson Ranch State Park and see LBJ's boyhood home at Johnson City.. more
Tournament of Roses Parade 2023 & 2024
See the Granddaddy of all Parades from your reserved seats along Colorado Boulevard. Explore Los Angeles on a sightseeing tour and ring in the New Year in style with a private gala event. Enjoy a fun and lively Tailgate Party while watching the Rose Bowl game on the big screen.. more
Winter in the Desert Oasis 2024
Join us on an exciting winter getaway in the desert featuring two National Parks. Experience the glitter of Las Vegas. Spend two nights in Zion National Park with its colorful sandstone cliffs and varied wildlife. Visit the ghost town of Rhyolite and the Goldwell Open Air Museum. Spend two nights inside Death Valley National Park and relax in the desert resort city of Palm Springs.. more
Winter in Yellowstone National Park 2023 & 2024
Witness the majesty of Yellowstone in winter, when the park is bathed in crisp white snow and shimmering ice. A private snowcoach takes you to places where the wildlife is still abundant, but the tourists are not.. more
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Yellowstone & Jackson Hole 2023
The beauty of Yellowstone National Park comes to life with the natural wonder Old Faithful, Tower Junction and Mammoth Hot Springs. Tour scenic Grand Teton National Park, take a scenic float trip on the Snake River and discover treasures of the Old West in historic Jackson Hole.. more
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Yellowstone, Grand Tetons, Mount Rushmore 2023 & 2024
Come explore Yellowstone National Park and witness its natural wonders like Old Faithful. See the Grand Teton Mountains and be amazed at the majestic Mount Rushmore in the heart of the Black Hills. Tour historic mining towns and take a leisurely float trip on the scenic Snake River.. more
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Active volcanoes in the world: December 23 – 29, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 2 volcanoes from December 23 – 29, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 9 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Kanlaon, Philippines | Tengger Caldera, Eastern Java (Indonesia). Ongoing activity: Chirpoi,…
New activity/unrest was observed at 7 volcanoes from December 16 – 22, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 12 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Egon, Flores Island (Indonesia) | Fuego, Guatemala | Kanlaon, Philippines | Masaya, Nicaragua |…
Shiveluch erupts sending ash up to 5 km into the air, Russia
Shiveluch volcano in the east of Russia erupted on December 21, 2015, raising ash columns up to 5 km (16 404 feet) above the sea level, the Kamchatka Volcanic Eruption Response Team (KVERT) reported. Orange alert level remained in effect. Hot avalanches from the…
Active volcanoes in the world: December 9 – 15, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 7 volcanoes from December 9 – 15, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 11 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Etna, Sicily (Italy) | Fuego, Guatemala | Kanlaon, Philippines | Masaya, Nicaragua |…
Frequent, intense explosions and new lava flows at Fuego volcano, Guatemala
Another phase of strong, increased activity was observed at the Fuego volcano, Guatemala on December 14, 2015, Volcano Discovery reported. Frequent, intense explosions and ash plumes accompanied with loud shock waves marked the 13th paroxysmal episode of the 2015…
Minor volcanic unrest still present at White Island volcano, New Zealand
Minor volcanic unrest continues for the White Island volcano, also known as Whakaari situated 48 km (30 miles) from the east coast of the North Island New Zealand, GeoNet Data Center reported on December 10, 2015. The amount of gas and the presence of volcanic…
Kanlaon volcano enters new phase of increased activity, Philippines
The Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Oriental province, the Philippines produced a low-energy ash eruption on December 11, 2015, at 05:13 am (local time), the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported. The last known eruption of this volcano…
Active volcanoes in the world: December 2 – 8, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 4 volcanoes from December 2- 8, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 12 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Etna, Sicily (Italy) | Momotombo, Nicaragua | Tengger Caldera, Eastern Java (Indonesia) |…
Turrialba volcano spews ash again, Costa Rica
Turrialba volcano erupted on December 7, 2015 sending a plume of ash and vapor 400 m (1 312 feet) into the air, the National Seismological Network, Costa Rica reported. The experts are currently assessing whether the explosion was an isolated event or a part of the…
Active volcanoes in the world: November 25 – December 1, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 5 volcanoes from November 25 – December 1, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 10 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Fuego, Guatemala | Kanlaon, Philippines | Momotombo, Nicaragua | Telica, Nicaragua …
Etna erupts in the most violent paroxysm in two decades
Mount Etna, volcano on the east coast of Sicily, erupted violently on December 3, 2015, and produced a high lava fountain in several kilometers long eruption column. The paroxysm was one of the most violent Etna's eruptions recorded over the last 20 years,…
A powerful explosion of Santiaguito volcano in Guatemala prompts air traffic precautions
Santiaguito, an active dome of the Santa Maria volcano in Guatemala produced a large explosion on the morning (local time) of December 1, 2015, following a period of heightened activity. An active volcano watch and the necessary precautions for air traffic in the…
Momotombo volcano erupts for the first time in 110 years, Nicaragua
Momotombo volcano in Nicaragua reported first eruptions in the last 110 years on the morning (local time) of December 1, 2015. The eruptions produced steam and ash plumes rising up to 1 km (3 281 feet). 4 small explosions occurred at the volcano at 07:49, 08:17,…
Active volcanoes in the world: November 18 – 24, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 5 volcanoes from November 18 – 24, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 25 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Awu, Sangihe Islands (Indonesia) | Ibu, Halmahera (Indonesia) | Kanlaon, Philippines | Telica,…
Erta Ale's lava lake close to overflowing, Ethiopia
The active lava lake in the southern pit of the Ethiopian Erta Ale volcano, 30 – 40 m (100 – 130 feet) in diameter, remains very active and approaches levels close to overflowing the margins of the pit again, being only a few meters below the floor of the caldera,…
Thick layer of ash blankets local communities as Tungurahua erupts again, Ecuador
Ecuador's Tungurahua volcano, situated about 135 km (80 miles) south of capital Quito, is showing signs of increased activity since November 9, 2015 and covering local houses and crops of the nearby communities with smoke and thick layers of ash. Instituto…
New activity/unrest was observed at 3 volcanoes from November 11 – 17, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 15 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Fuego, Guatemala | Rinjani, Lombok Island (Indonesia) | Yasur, Vanuatu. Ongoing activity:…
Violent strombolian activity observed at Rinjani volcano, Indonesia
Rinjani volcano in Lombok, Indonesia, active since October 25, 2015 is now continually erupting. Although ashes from the volcano caused the Denpasar airport on Bali to close down on November 2, only smaller ash plumes have been reported over the last few days, no…
Colima volcano showing signs of increased activity, Mexico
The Colima volcano in Mexico exhibited signs of increased activity over the last two days. The volcano, also known as the Fire Volcano, erupted on November 16, 2015, followed by another eruption on the morning of November 17 (local time). Colima has been constantly…
Increased unrest recorded at Bromo volcano, Tengger caldera, Indonesia
A phase of increased unrest has started at Tengger caldera's Bromo cone, East Java, Indonesia, one of Java's most active and most frequently visited volcanoes. The last known eruption of this volcano occurred in 2012. On November 1, the local volcano…
Active volcanoes in the world: November 4 – 10, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 2 volcanoes from November 4 – 10, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 18 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Fuego, Guatemala | Rinjani, Lombok Island (Indonesia). Ongoing activity: Aira, Kyushu (Japan) |…
Active volcanoes in the world: October 28 – November 3, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 5 volcanoes from October 28 – November 3, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 18 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Fuego, Guatemala | Heard, Kerguelen Plateau | Lascar, Chile | Rinjani, Lombok Island…
Moderately strong ash eruption of Lascar volcano, Chile
Chile's Lascar volcano experienced a moderately strong ash eruption around 12:30 UTC on October 30, 2015. Sernageomin reported volcanic ash column of 2.5 km (8 200 feet), drifting NE. The alert status was raised to Yellow. It is unclear whether the eruption was…
Active volcanoes in the world: October 21 – 27, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 3 volcanoes from October 21 – 27, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 16 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Fuego, Guatemala | Rinjani, Lombok Island (Indonesia) | Turrialba, Costa Rica. Ongoing…
New activity/unrest was observed at 2 volcanoes from October 14 – 20, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 19 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Copahue, Central Chile-Argentina border | Fuego, Guatemala Ongoing activity: Aira, Kyushu…
Active volcanoes in the world: October 7 – 13, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 4 volcanoes from October 7 – 13, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 16 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Alaid, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Copahue, Central Chile-Argentina border | Fuego, Guatemala |…
Active volcanoes in the world: September 30 – October 6, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 6 volcanoes from September 30 – October 6, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 17 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Alaid, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Copahue, Central Chile-Argentina border | Grimsvotn,…
New phase of strongly increased activity at Fuego volcano, Guatemala
In a special report issued October 7, 2015 INSIVUMEH reported that activity at Fuego volcano had been at high level during recent weeks. Strombolian activity increased on October 6 to pulsating lava fountains from two summit vents feeding two lava flows. Gas-and-ash…
Active volcanoes in the world: September 23 – 29, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 4 volcanoes from September 23 – 29, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 15 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Aira, Kyushu (Japan) | Nevado del Ruiz, Colombia | Piton de la Fournaise, Reunion Island…
New activity/unrest was observed at 6 volcanoes from September 16 – 22, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 14 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Aira, Kyushu (Japan) | Asosan, Kyushu (Japan) | Cotopaxi, Ecuador | Mauna Loa, Hawaiian Islands (U
Nicaraguan Telica volcano erupts, blankets surrounding communities with ash
Nicaraguan Telica volcano started erupting at 14:00 UTC on Wednesday, September 23, 2015. INETER reports copious ash and volcanic gas emissions initially rose about 400 meters (1 300 feet) from the summit. Civil Defense reports abundant ashfall in Chinandega. According
Alert level increased for Mauna Loa volcano, Hawai'i
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) announced on September 17 they are elevating the Mauna Loa volcano alert level to Advisory and the aviation color code to Yellow due to elevated seismic activity under the volcano. This increase in alert level does not mean that
Active volcanoes in the world: September 9 – 15, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 3 volcanoes from September 9 – 15, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 12 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Asosan, Kyushu (Japan) | Cotopaxi, Ecuador | Nevado del Ruiz, Colombia.Ongoing activity: Batu Tara,
Mount Aso (Asosan) on Japan's Kyushu island erupted early Monday, September 14
Japan's Asosan volcano erupted about 00:43 UTC on Monday, September 14, 2015, sending a plume of thick black smoke and ash about 2.1 km (1.2 miles) into the air and disrupting flights.According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, Asosan erupted without warning in on
Axial Seamount eruption of April 2015 confirmed, US
The April 2015 eruption of the Axial Seamount underwater volcano has been confirmed by the latest research of the University of Washington (UW) OOI Cabled Array group. The eruption was predicted in 2014 and is currently the most accurate eruption forecast of this vol
Active volcanoes in the world: September 2 – 8, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 5 volcanoes from September 2 – 8, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 15 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Aira, Kyushu (Japan) | Axial Seamount, Juan de Fuca Ridge | Cotopaxi, Ecuador | Nevado del Ruiz, Col
Active volcanoes in the world: August 26 – September 1, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 6 volcanoes from August 26 – September 1, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 13 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Aira, Kyushu (Japan) | Cotopaxi, Ecuador | Klyuchevskoy, Central Kamchatka (Russia) | Ne
Active volcanoes in the world: August 19 – 25, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 5 volcanoes from August 19 – 25, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 17 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Aira, Kyushu (Japan) | Cleveland, Chuginadak Island (USA) | Cotopaxi, Ecuador | Nevado del Ruiz,
New activity/unrest was observed at 4 volcanoes from August 12 – 18, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 10 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Aira, Kyushu (Japan) | Cleveland, Chuginadak Island (USA) | Cotopaxi, Ecuador | Raung, Eastern Java (In
Risk of major eruption at Sakurajima remains high, satellites measure significant inflation
The risk of a major eruption at Sakurajima volcano remains high and the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) maintains alert level 4 (second highest). Alert level of 4 warns residents nearby to prepare to evacuate, as a major eruption could be imminent.The summit of the vo
Sakurajima's alert leved raised to second highest just days after nearby nuclear plant restarts
The Japan Meteorological Agency has raised the alert level of Sakurajima volcano to 4 out of 5 (prepare to evacuate) on August 15, 2015 after detecting a strong swarm of shallow volcanic earthquakes beneath the Showa crater.The news comes just 4 days after Kyushu Electr
Cotopaxi volcano erupts for the first time since 1940, Ecuador
After an increase in seismicity since mid-April 2015, Ecuadorian volcano Cotopaxi finally erupted on August 14, 2015, for the first time since 1940. There were at least three eruptions registered on August 14, the first at 09:30, second at 15:15 UTC and third at 19:10
Active volcanoes in the world: August 5 – 11, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 5 volcanoes from August 5 – 11, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 9 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Chirinkotan, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Cleveland, Chuginadak Island (USA) | Manam, Papua New Guinea | Neva
Active volcanoes in the world: July 29 – August 4, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 8 volcanoes from July 29 – August 4, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed also at 8 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Cleveland, Chuginadak Island (USA) | Colima, Mexico | Gamalama, Halmahera (Indonesia) | Manam,
Third lava eruption of the year at Piton de la Fournaise, Reunion
Piton de la Fournaise volcano, Reunion started its third lava eruption of the year at 05:30 UTC on July 31, 2015. Officials warned about the imminent eruption on July 30, and evacuated the immediate area.The eruptive fissure vent is located NE from Piton Kapor and exten
Major eruption of Manam volcano, ash up to 20 km (65 000 feet) – Papua New Guinea
A major eruption occurred at Manam volcano, Papua New Guinea early on July 31, 2015. The Darwin VAAC reported volcanic ash plume reached 19.8 km (65 000 feet) at 02:00 UTC. Aviation color code is set on Red.At 06:50 UTC, Darwin VAAC reporting volcanic ash was extending
Active volcanoes in the world: July 22 – 28, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 4 volcanoes from July 22 – 28, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 17 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Chirinkotan, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Cleveland, Chuginadak Island (USA) | Kick 'em Jenny, North of
Swarm of shallow earthquakes registered under Meakandake volcano, Hokkaido – Japan
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has raised the Volcanic Alert Level of Meakandake volcano to 2 of 5 (do not approach the volcano) on July 28, 2015. The last eruption of this volcano took place on November 28, 2008.The decision to raise the alert level was made
Pyroclastic flow on Mount Sinabung, Indonesia – July 27, 2015
Effusion of viscous lava continues at slow pace to feed the lava dome with two active lobes on the SE and E upper flanks of Indonesian Sinabung volcano.At 12:22 local time today, a small part of the eastern lobe collapsed into a medium-sized pyroclastic flow that
Kick 'em Jenny activity decreases, alert level lowered to Yellow – Eastern Caribbean
Seismic activity at underwater volcano Kick 'em Jenny near Grenada, Eastern Caribbean is decreasing, the Seismic Research Center (SRC) of the University of the West Indies reported on July 25. Increased activity at the volcano started on July 11, 2015 and was follow
Volcanic ash blankets the skies over Indonesian archipelago: Simultaneous eruption of 5 volcanoes
Five volcanoes of the Indonesian archipelago simultaneously erupted on Wednesday, July 22, 2015. The spewing ashes clouded the skies over the islands, suspending the flights on three airports in the area. Since last month, 13 000 people have been evacuated due to volcan
Kick 'em Jenny underwater volcano on Orange alert, imminent eruption possible – Eastern Caribbean
The Seismic Research Center (SRC) of the University of the West Indies has issued an Orange alert (3 of 4) for the underwater volcano Kick 'em Jenny on July 23, 2015, due to strong and continuous seismic signals recorded from 05:25 to 07:00 UTC today. Grenada, as we
New activity/unrest was observed at 7 volcanoes from July 15 – 21, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 14 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Chirinkotan, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Cleveland, Chuginadak Island (USA) | Colima, Mexico | Gamalama,
Active volcanoes in the world: July 8 – 14, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 5 volcanoes from July 8 – 14, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 10 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Colima, Mexico | Hakoneyama, Honshu (Japan) | Raung, Eastern Java (Indonesia) | Sangeang Api, Indonesia |
Activity at Colima volcano intensifies, 12-km exclusion zone established, Mexico
Authorities have evacuated some 800 people living within a 12-km (7.4 miles) exclusion zone established around the Colima volcano due to increased volcanic activity and large amounts of ash being spewed from the crater since Thursday, July 9, 2015.Civil protection
Volcanic ash from Mount Raung continues disrupting flights, Indonesia
Indonesia's Raung volcano has been erupting continuously over the past week, and this has generated a significant ash cloud which will continue to disrupt flights around the islands of Bali and Lombok over the weekend (July 11 – 12, 2015).Based on notices from the U
Active volcanoes in the world: July 1 – 7, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 5 volcanoes from July 1 – 7, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 18 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Fuego, Guatemala | Hakoneyama, Honshu (Japan) | Raung, Eastern Java (Indonesia) | Sangeang Api, Indonesi
Strong strombolian explosion at Batu Tara, Indonesia
The following video, captured by Volcano Discovery, shows strong strombolian explosion from Batu Tara volcano, Flores Sea, Indonesia on the evening of July 2, 2015.The eruption is preceded by a gradual build-up with increasing degassing and rockfalls as a result of infl
Earthquake swarm in the Reykjanes volcanic system, Iceland
An earthquake swarm started on June 30, 2015 at 21:00 UTC in the Reykjanes volcanic system at the southwest tip of the Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland. Around 400 earthquakes have been detected by 14:00 UTC on July 1.By July 3, the frequency of earthquakes has significantl
Active volcanoes in the world: June 24 – 30, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 7 volcanoes from June 24 – 30, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 13 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Cereme, Western Java (Indonesia) | Cleveland, Chuginadak Island (USA) | Colo, Sulawesi (Indonesia) | C
Hakoneyama volcano activity rises to a new level, Japan
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has raised the eruption warning of Hakoneyama volcano from level 2 to 3 on Tuesday, June 30, 2015 following a small scale eruption. Authorities evacuated about 40 people from nearby hot spring tourist resort and further limited acce
Alert level raised after Raung volcano erupts, Indonesia
After an increase in volcanic activity which started on June 21, Raung volcano in East Java, Indonesia erupted late Sunday, June 28, causing ash to land in villages about 10 km away from the crater.Authorities raised the alert level from 'waspada' (alert) to
New activity/unrest was observed at 4 volcanoes from June 17 – 23, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 13 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Bulusan, Luzon (Philippines) | Cleveland, Chuginadak Island (USA | Concepcion, Nicaragua | Sinabung, Indo
Large pyroclastic flows at Mount Sinabung on June 19, 2015
Large pyroclastic flows have again been observed at Mount Sinabung, Indonesia early June 19, 2015. There are no confirmed historical eruptions of this volcano recorded prior to explosive eruptions during August – September 2010 that produced ash plumes to 5 km above
New activity/unrest was observed at 6 volcanoes from June 10 – 16, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 13 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Asamayama, Honshu (Japan) | Barren Island, Andaman Islands (India) | Concepcion, Nicaragua | Cotopaxi, Ec
Japan's Asamayama volcano erupts, alert level remains at 2 of 5
A small-scale eruption took place around 00:20 UTC on June 16 (09:20 JST) at Asamayama volcano located 140 km NW of capital Tokyo, Japan. Alert level remains at 2 since Thursday, June 11, as well as a 2-km exclusion zone around the crater. The Japan Meteorological
Large pyroclastic flows at Mount Sinabung, Indonesia
A new set of moderate eruptions at Indonesia's Mount Sinabung volcano produced large pyroclastic flows on June 12 and 13, 2015, ten days after authorities raised the alert level to highest (4/4) and ordered evacuation of all people living within a 7-km radius.
Increased seismic activity and strong gas emissions observed at Mount Asama, Japan
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said on Thursday, June 11, 2015 it has increased volcanic alert level of Asamayama volcano from 1 to 2 (of 5) amid growing signs of unrest. An access restriction of 2 km around the crater has been put in place.Seismic activity unde
Active volcanoes in the world: June 3 – 9, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 10 volcanoes from June 3 – 9, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 14 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Barren Island, Andaman Islands (India) | Concepcion, Nicaragua | Cotopaxi, Ecuador | Karangetang [Api Siau
Active volcanoes in the world: May 27 – June 2, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 11 volcanoes from May 27 – June 2, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 14 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Calbuco, Chile | Concepcion, Nicaragua | Guallatiri, Chile | Karangetang [Api Siau], Siau Island (
Strong eruption of Colima volcano, Mexico
Mexico's Colima volcano produced a strong eruption at 11:12 UTC on June 3, 2015 throwing out incandescent material and triggering multiple pyroclastic flows. Washington VAAC said volcanic ash emissions were seen in webcam imagery heading WSW at 9 – 18 km/h near 5.18
Sharp increase in Mount Sinabung's activity prompts highest alert, 6 000 evacuating
A significant increase in risk estimates caused by sharp increase in activity at Indonesia's Sinabung volcano over the last two days prompted officials to raise the alert level back to highest (4/4) on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 and order evacuation of 6 000 nearby res
Very strong eruption of Mount Shindake, Japan – injuries reported
A very strong eruption of Japanese Mount Shindake (Kuchinoerabujima group) started at 01:00 UTC on May 29, 2015. At 02:26 UTC, Tokyo VAAC reported ash plume reached an estimated altitude of 10.9 km (36 000 feet). JMA issued highest alert level (5/5) and reported that py
Active volcanoes in the world: May 20 – 26, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 6 volcanoes from May 20 – 26, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 23 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Calbuco, Chile | Concepcion, Nicaragua | Kilauea, Hawaiian Islands (USA) | Piton de la Fournaise, Reunion
Sudden eruption of Wolf volcano after 33 years of sleep, Galapagos Islands
Ecuador's Galapagos National Park administration reports Wolf volcano began spewing fire, smoke and lava early Monday, May 25, 2015. Washington VAAC first reported the possible eruption at 08:00 UTC.Their Volcanic Ash Advisory issued 12:35 UTC said volcanic ash is r
Increased activity at Fuego volcano, Guatemala
Volcanic activity at Guatemalan Fuego remains high and has increased in the past few days. Frequent weak, moderate, and some strong strombolian explosions are reported, as well as ashfall in nearby villages. Ash plumes are reaching an average height of 4.5 km a.s.l.,
New activity/unrest was observed at 8 volcanoes from May 13 – 19, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 16 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Bulusan, Luzon (Philippines) | Calbuco, Chile | Chaiten, Chile | Etna, Sicily (Italy) | Hakoneyama, Honshu
Indonesian Mount Lokon erupts, North Sulawesi
Indonesian Mount Lokon, located in Tomohon, North Sulawesi, erupted early Wednesday, May 20, 2015 spewing ash up to 3 km. A 2.5 km no-entry radius around the Tompaluan crater was established.The eruption took place at 07:20 UTC (14:20 local time) on May 20, 2015. At
Piton de la Fournaise erupts triggering access restriction, Reunion
A new eruption has started from a fissure vent at the southeast slopes of Piton de la Fournaise's Dolomieu crater at 09:45 UTC on Sunday, May 17, 2015. The eruption triggered Alert Level 2 (ongoing eruption) and the restriction of access by the public to the summit
Etna erupting on the evening of May 13, new lava flow
Following almost three-and-a-half months of total quiescence Etna's New Southeast Crater is again in business.Following mild Strombolian activity that started early on May 12, 2015, the activity diminished on the afternoon of the 13th and then became again more
Active volcanoes in the world: May 6 – 12, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 6 volcanoes from May 6 – 12, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 16 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Bulusan, Luzon (Philippines) | Calbuco, Chile | Hakoneyama, Honshu (Japan) | Karangetang [Api Siau], Siau I
Telica erupts spewing ash on nearby towns, Nicaragua
Nicaragua's Telica volcano, located about 112 km NW of capital Managua, has entered new eruptive phase on May 8, 2015 spewing rocks and gases and covering nearby towns with ash on several occasions.INETER has registered 30 small eruptions by May 11. The strongest
Evacuations around Bulusan volcano, Philippines
Authorities have ordered evacuations of around 500 residents of farming villages around Bulusan volcano on Friday, May 8, 2015 in fear of rain-driven mudflows from approaching Typhoon "Noul", locally know in the Philippines as Dodong.On May 1, 2015 Bulusan pro
Active volcanoes in the world: April 29 – May 5, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 8 volcanoes from April 29 – May 5, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 15 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Axial Seamount, Juan de Fuca Ridge | Bulusan, Luzon (Philippines) | Calbuco, Chile | Dempo, Indonesia
Hunga Tonga and Hunga Ha'apai connected by volcanic eruption
An undersea volcanic eruption started mid-December 2014 near Tonga, South Pacific Ocean and eventually created a new island which was recently captured by Landsat 8 satellite, the first time it got a cloud-free view. This new island received its first visitors in March
Earthquake swarm recorded under Hakoneyama volcano, Japan
A rise in the number of volcanic earthquakes is being recorded at Hakoneyama volcano, 90 km SW of capital Tokyo, prompting officials to raise volcanic eruption warning to Level 2 on May 6, 2015. This warning means people should stay clear of craters.The increase in freq
Bulusan volcano produces steam and ash explosion, Philippines
Bulusan volcano produced a steam and ash explosion at 00:09 UTC today (08:09 local time) which lasted for 5 minutes based on seismic records, Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reports. The last eruptive phase of this volcano started on
Another strong explosive eruption of Calbuco volcano, Chile
After last week's major eruption of Chile's Calbuco volcano and a gradual decrease in activity, another strong eruption occured around 16:10 UTC today. This is a third eruption of this volcano since it came back to life on April 22, 2015, after 43 years of
Kilauea activity update: Lava flows on the floor of Halema'uma'u Crater, Hawaii
Beginning at about 07:40 UTC on April 29, 2015, the Overlook crater lava lake overflowed its rim on several occasions, sending short, lobate sheets of pāhoehoe as far as 130 m (142 yds) across the floor of Halemaʻumaʻu Crater, HVO reported in their information statem
Active volcanoes in the world: April 22 – 28, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 5 volcanoes from April 22 – 28, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 26 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Barren Island, Andaman Islands (India) | Calbuco, Chile | Kilauea, Hawaiian Islands (USA) | Sinabung, Ind
Lava lake rises at Hawaii's Kilauea volcano
The summit of Kīlauea volcano continues to inflate, and the summit lava lake rose to within about 2 meters (~7 feet) of the Overlook crater rim on Monday, April 27, 2015, according to Kilauea activity report issued by Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) yesterday. This
Aerial footage of Chile's Calbuco volcano spewing ash
After 43 years of sleep, Chile's Calbuco volcano experienced a major eruption on April 22, 2015 ejecting ash plume up to 12.1 km. A 20 kilometer exclusion zone was established around the volcano and over 4 000 people within this exclusion zone were evacuated during
Ash emissions observed at Manam volcano, Papua New Guinea
Darwin VAAC reports an ash plume up to 2.4 km (8 000 feet) was observed above the Manam volcano, Papua New Guinea at 00:30 UTC on April 27, 2015. It extended about 111 km to the west.A pronounced SO2 plume can be seen on satellite data as well, Volcano Discovery reports
Magma intrusion is likely source of Columbia – Ecuador border quake swarms
The "seismic crisis" around the region of the Chiles and Cerro Negro de Mayasquer volcanoes near the Columbia-Ecuador border is likely caused by intruding magma, according to a report by R. Corredor Torres of the Servicio Geológico Colombiano and coll
Huge magma chamber discovered deep beneath the Yellowstone supervolcano
A team of University of Utah seismologists discovered and made images of a reservoir of hot, partly molten rock about 19 to 45 km (12 to 28 miles) beneath the Yellowstone supervolcano, and it is 4.4 times larger than the shallower, long-known magma chamber.The hot rock
New activity/unrest was observed at 6 volcanoes from April 15 – 21, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 15 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Chikurachki, Paramushir Island (Russia) | Raung, Eastern Java (Indonesia) | Sinabung, Indonesia | Tongari
Massive eruption of Calbuco volcano after nearly 50 years of sleep, Chile
A major explosive eruption started at Chile's Calbuco volcano at 21:05 UTC on April 22, 2015 (18:05 local time). By 22:08 UTC, ash plume rose up to 12.1 km (40 000 feet), Buenos Aires VAAC reported. Aviation Color Code was raised to Red. The last eruption of this vo
Large lahars block access to the town of Ubinas, Peru
According to Peru's Observatorio Volcanológico del Sur (OVS) snow melt during April 12 – 13, 2015 led to large lahars that descended the southern flank of Ubinas volcano blocking off access to the town of Ubinas. Authorities are warning locals to be on alert.
Active volcanoes in the world: April 8 – 14, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 4 volcanoes from April 8 – 14, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 14 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Chirinkotan, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Semeru, Eastern Java (Indonesia) | Tungurahua , Ecuador | Villarrica
JMA issues alert for possible eruption of Mount Zaosan, Japan
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has issued an alert for a possible eruption of Mount Zaosan, Zaozan volcano group in northeastern Japan citing a large amount of volcanic activity observed there this month, The Asahi Shimbun reports. The last eruption in this volca
Sleeping giant Mount Baegdu (Changbaishan) close to eruption, North Korea/China
Geologist Yoon Seong-hyo from Pusan National University who has been monitoring Mount Baegdu, a massive stratovolcano located on the border of North Korea and China, said on Sunday, April 12, 2015 the volcano is on the verge of erupting.Mount Baegdu is relatively
Active volcanoes in the world: April 1 – 7, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 6 volcanoes from April 1 – 7, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 17 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Batu Tara, Komba Island (Indonesia) | Chirinkotan, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Semisopochnoi, United States |
Ubinas volcano enters new eruptive phase, Peru
Peru's Ubinas volcano erupted at 08:32 UTC on April 8, 2015 covering nearby villages with a thin layer of ash. Emissions of steam and gasses reached an estimated altitude of 5.1 km, Buenos Aires VAAC reports.Ash fall was expected within 25 km to the southeast. Exper
Turrialba eruption spews large quantities of ash onto nearby communities, Costa Rica
Costa Rica's Turrialba volcano erupted at 17:24 UTC on Sunday, April 4, 2015 spewing heavy ash on nearby communities. OVSICORI said the eruption lasted for an hour.Column of ash reached 500 meters into the sky and rained large quantities of ash. Winds have carried i
Active volcanoes in the world: March 25 – 31, 2015
New activity/unrest was observed at 2 volcanoes from March 25 – 31, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 11 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Chirinkotan, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Villarrica, Chile.Ongoing activity: Bagana, Bougainville (Papua Ne
Strong eruption of Colima volcano accompanied by pyroclastic flows, Mexico
Mexico's Colima volcano is still very active with an average of 10 – 15 low to moderate explosions per day. An eruption which occurred at 15:17 UTC on March 27 (08:17 local time) generated ash plume which reached an estimated height of about 3 – 4 km and produced
New activity/unrest was observed at 9 volcanoes from March 18 – 24, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 10 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Chirinkotan, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Fuego, Guatemala | Lewotobi, Flores Island (Indonesia) | Moyorod
Increased seismic activity at Semisopochnoi volcano, Aleutian Islands
Earthquake activity at Semisopochnoi volcano, Aleutian Islands that began in January continues, and has increased in intensity over the past few days, Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) reports.In addition, AVO detected brief periods of seismic tremor, which can indicate
Increased seismic activity detected around Ngauruhoe volcano, New Zealand
Seismic activity around Ngauruhoe, the highest peak of the Tongariro volcanic center, has increased above the typical background level, indicating minor volcanic unrest, GNS Science reports. The agency has raised the Volcanic Alert Level to level 1 (minor volcanic
New activity/unrest was observed at 5 volcanoes from March 11 – 17, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 13 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Fuego, Guatemala | Popocatepetl, Mexico | Ruang, Sangihe Islands (Indonesia) | Turrialba, Costa Rica | Ub
Strong eruption of Turrialba prompts evacuations, causes flight disruptions, Costa Rica
A new strong eruption of Costa Rica's Turrialba volcano started around 16:50 UTC on March 12, 2015. Volcanic material reached some 500 meters above the summit. This is the second major eruption of this volcano in the last five years.Raúl Mora, volcanologist w
Active volcanoes in the world: March 4 – 10, 2015
New activity was observed at 5 volcanoes from March 4 – 10, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 11 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Asosan, Kyushu (Japan) | Fuego, Guatemala | Popocatepetl, Mexico | Soputan, Sulawesi (Indonesia) | Villarrica, Ch
Mount Soputan erupts, volcanic ash up to 9.1 km, Indonesia
Indonesian Soputan volcano erupted at 09:09 UTC on March 7, 2015, PVMBG advised.Aviation Color Code was raised to Red.Volcanic ash was first estimated reaching an altitude of 3.6 km and drifting SW, but was later revised to 9.1 km based on MTSAT-2 IR satellite image.#So
Major eruption of Mount Sinabung sends ash up to 9.1 km, Indonesia
A major eruption of Indonesian Mount Sinabung accompanied by large pyroclastic flows started at 20:45 UTC on March 4, 2015. Darwin VAAC reported ash cloud reached an altitude of 9.1 km at 23:30 UTC, and drifted 231 km (143 miles) to the NW. Aviation Color Code is on Red
Active volcanoes in the world: February 25 – March 3, 2015
New activity was observed at 6 volcanoes from February 25 – March 3, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 13 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Ambrym, Vanuatu | Chikurachki, Paramushir Island (Russia) | Fuego, Guatemala | Popocatepetl, Mexico | Sa
Large eruption of Shiveluch volcano sends ash up to 11.2 km, Russia
Russian Shiveluch volcano erupted at 22:50 UTC on March 3, 2015 sending ash up to 11.2 km (drifting NNE), Tokyo VAAC reported. Aircraft on the North America – Japan routes are advised to avoid the area.The volcano is in an intense phase of activity, characterized by str
The end of volcanic eruption in Holuhraun (Bardarbunga), Iceland
The volcanic eruption in Holuhraun which began on August 31, 2014 came to an end on Friday, February 27, 2015, the Scientific Advisory Board of the Icelandic Civil Protection said on February 28 and confirmed today. The Aviation Color Code for Bardarbunga was downgraded
Strong eruption of Villarrica volcano, Chile
After a significant increase in seismicity which started in February, Chile's Villarrica volcano violently erupted at 06:46 UTC (03:46 local time) on March 3, 2015 ejecting magma fragments up to 1 km above the crater. Ash column reached an altitude of about 3 km and
Active volcanoes in the world: February 18 – 24, 2015
New activity was observed at 6 volcanoes from February 18 – 24, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 15 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Ambrym, Vanuatu | Chikurachki, Paramushir Island (Russia) | Fuego, Guatemala | Karymsky, Eastern Kamchatka (R
Nishino-shima has grown more than 11 times in size since eruption started, Japan
An underwater volcanic eruption in the Ogasawara Islands archipelago gave rise to a new Pacific Ocean island in late November 2013.The new island, named Niijima, was about 500 meters from Nishino-shima at the time, another volcanic island that last erupted and expaned i
New activity was observed at 9 volcanoes from February 11 – 17, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 13 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Chikurachki, Paramushir Island (Russia) | Colima, Mexico | Fuego, Guatemala | Karymsky, Eastern Kamchatka (Ru
Strong explosive eruption of Chikurachki volcano, Kuril Islands, Russia
A strong explosive eruption occurred at the Chikurachki volcano located on the Paramushir Island, northern Kuriles, Russia around 22:00 UTC on February 15, 2015. The last eruption of this volcano occurred in 2008. Ash plume produced by the eruption reached an…
Active volcanoes in the world: February 4 – 10, 2015
New activity was observed at 9 volcanoes from February 4 – 10, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed also at 9 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Colima, Mexico | Fuego, Guatemala | Karymsky, Eastern Kamchatka (Russia) | Klyuchevskoy, Central Kamchatka
Strong new eruption and large pyroclastic flow from Mount Sinabung, Indonesia
Indonesia's Mount Sinabung erupted early February 9, 2015 sending ash up to 4 km into the air. Aviation Color Code has been raised to Orange.At 03:32 UTC today, plume was extending 31 km to the west, according to Darwin VAAC.At 13:21 UTC, the agency reported volcani
Strong eruption of Fuego volcano, Guatemala
Activity at Guatemala's Fuego volcano significantly increased late February 7, 2015 when series of strombolian-type explosions sent water vapor and ash up to 6 km into the air and temporarily closed international La Aurora airport.Moderate ashfall was reported as fa
Significant increase in seismicity detected at Taal volcano, Philippines
Taal volcano's seismic network recorded 35 volcanic earthquakes during the past 24 hours, PHIVOLCS said in their bulletin issued 08:00 local time today. From February 3 to 4, they recorded a total of 39 earthquakes. One of these earthquakes that occurred at 20:42
Active volcanoes in the world: January 28 – February 3, 2015
New activity was observed at 7 volcanoes from January 28 – February 3, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 13 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Colima, Mexico | Etna, Sicily (Italy) | Karymsky, Eastern Kamchatka (Russia) | Klyuchevskoy, Centr
New eruption started at Piton de la Fournaise volcano, Reunion
A new eruption has started after a brief seismic swarm at the massive Piton de la Fournaise volcano, Reunion on February 4, 2015. Toulouse VAAC said the eruption started at 06:50 UTC and is probably characterized with lava flow without ash. Bad weather prevented direct
Most beautiful volcanic eruption – Sakurajima, Japan
Video below was captured by meteorologist Robert Speta of the WestPacWx during the early morning hours of February 3, 2015. Sunrise provided a reddish tint in the ash.Notice lightning at 0:18 min. Video courtesy of WestPacWxTokyo VAAC reports an explosion at 06:55 UTC t
Impressive lava flow after rapid increase of seismicity at Mount Etna, Italy
The seismic monitoring network on Mount Etna detected a rapid increase in volcanic tremors at 06:38 UTC on January 31, 2015, but bad weather conditions prevented direct crater observations.Volcanic tremor at Etna. Image credit: INGV-OE.Red glow visible through the cloud
Intense explosions at Sakurajima, Japan
Intense explosions accompanied by volcanic ash which is falling on nearby communities are continually observed at Japanese Sakurajima volcano.The Tokyo VAAC reported an explosion at 03:38 UTC today sent volcanic ash up to 2.7 km. Explosion at 09:41 UTC sent ash up 3 km.
Active volcanoes in the world: January 21 – 27, 2015
New activity was observed at 7 volcanoes from January 21 – 27, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was observed at 12 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Colima, Mexico | Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai, Tonga Islands | Karymsky, Eastern Kamchatka (Russia) | Klyuche
Low level inspection flight over Holuhraun lava field, Iceland
Comprehensive cross-section measurements from air from December 30, 2014 and January 21, 2015 show that the lava field has thickened substantially during these three weeks and that the volume of the lava field is now little less than 1.4 km³. The flow of magma, dur
Very high resolution satellite image of newly created Tongan island
Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai, a submarine volcano located about 65 km NW of Tonga's capital Nuku'alofa, awakened mid-December 2014 after 5 years of sleep and started erupting from two new vents.The eruption has created a new island between the existing islands
Very high values of SO2 emissions from Holuhraun eruption site, Iceland
Seismic activity in Bardarbunga is slowly decreasing but it still continues to be strong. The lava field has recently thickened substantially and activity on the surface has decreased.Meanwhile, very high values of sulfur dioxide (SO2), about 84000 µg/m3, were
New activity was observed at 8 volcanoes from January 14 – 20, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 11 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Colima | Mexico | Etna | Sicily (Italy) | Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai, Tonga Islands | Karymsky, Easte
Strong eruption of Mexican Colima volcano, ash up to 8.8 km
A brief and strong vulcanian-type explosion occurred at Mexican Colima volcano at 15:15 UTC (09:15 local time) on January 21, 2015. At 17:00 UTC, Washington VAAC said an ash column reached an estimated 8.8 km altitude and was moving NE at 46 km/h.The eruption generated
Video of Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai eruption creating a new island
New Zealand's High Commission in Tonga posted a video of Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcanic eruption which is creating a new island about 65 km NW of Tonga's capital Nuku'alofa."While it looks like the volcano has calmed down, we thought we would po
Holuhraun eruption update – Iceland's largest lava field since the Laki eruption in 1783-84
Iceland's subglacial stratovolcano Bardarbunga, located in NW Vatnajökull ice cap, erupted on August 29, 2014 after a sharp increase in seismic activity which started at 03:00 UTC on August 16, 2014.Today, almost 5 months since the eruption started, seismic ac
New eruption of Mount Soputan, Indonesia
Indonesian Mount Soputan erupted at 03:38 UTC (11:38 local time) on January 18, 2015 producing ash plume which rose up to 5.5 km and drifted SW. Darwin VAAC raised the aviation color code to Red. Satupo Purwo Nugroho, Head of Data Information and Public Relations for BN
New island being formed by Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai eruption
Continuous volcanic eruptions of Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai which started mid-December 2014 are creating a new island about 65 km northwest of Nuku'alofa, Tonga. As of January 15, 2015 the island was more than 1 km long, about 2 km wide and around 100 meters hi
Active volcanoes in the world: January 7 – 13, 2015
New activity was observed at 5 volcanoes from January 7 – 13, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 16 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Chirpoi, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Colima, Mexico | Etna, Sicily (Italy) | Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai, Tonga
Kliuchevskoi aviation color code raised to Orange, Russia
Explosive eruption of Russian Kliuchevskoi volcano began on January 1, 2015 and continues, KVERT reported today and raised Aviation Color Code to Orange.Explosions send ash up to 5 – 6 km a.s.l., sometimes up to 7 km a.s.l. According to video and satellite data, a lava
Active volcanoes in the world: December 31, 2014 – January 6, 2015
New activity was observed at 7 volcanoes from December 31, 2014 – January 6, 2015. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 11 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Chirpoi, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Etna, Sicily (Italy) | Fogo, Cape Verde | Hunga Tonga-Hung
Strong eruption of Soputan volcano, Indonesia
Indonesian Soputan volcano erupted at 02:47 local time on January 6, 2015 (18:47 UTC on January 5), according to BNPB.A thick gray-black column of ash reached an estimated height of 6.5 km above the summit of the volcano and drifted ESE (approximately 8.2 km a.s.l.). La
Klyuchevskoy reawakens after 12 months of calm period, Russia
Kamchatka's highest and most active volcano, Klyuchevskoy, has reawakened after 12 months of relative calm period. Its last explosive-effusive eruptive episode started on August 15, 2013, and lasted until December 15, 2013. According to data by KB GS RAS, new…
Undersea eruption of Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai sends ash up to 6 km a.s.l.
An undersea volcano Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai, located about 60 km (40 miles) north of Tongatapu, Tonga began erupting in late December 2014. On January 6, 2015, Wellington VAAC said observed volcanic ash is reaching an altitude of 6 km.The two small volcanic
Thick layers of volcanic ash after latest eruption of Mt. Sinabung, Indonesia
The eruption of Mount Sinabung on Saturday, January 3, 2015 halted activities in the districts of Tiganderket, Payung and Lau Balang. Pyroclastic flows reached as far as 4 km south of the volcano while the volcanic ash reached up to 3 km into the sky. According to The J
Strong eruption and large pyroclastic flow at Sinabung volcano, Indonesia
A significant eruption of Indonesian Mount Sinabung took place around 00:00 UTC on January 3, 2015, according to Darwin VAAC. Although volcanic ash was not identified on satellite imagery, Aviation Color Code has been raised to Red.A large pyroclastic flow followed toda
Significant ash emissions observed at Mount Etna, Italy
Significant ash emissions are being observed at Italy's Mount Etna today. At 07:13 UTC, Toulouse VAAC reported ash emissions that started at 06:25 UTC are below 4.5 km.Aviation Color Code has been raised to Red.The following timelapse video by Turi Caggegi shows
New activity/unrest was reported for 6 volcanoes from December 24 – 30, 2014. Ongoing activity was observed at 10 volcanoes during the same period.New activity/unrest: Chirpoi, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Colima, Mexico | Etna, Sicily (Italy) | Gamalama, Halmahera (Indones
Intense eruption of Italy's Mount Etna
On Sunday, December 28, 2014 Italy's Etna volcano produced a brief but the most intense eruption of the year, the strongest since December 2, 2013.The activity started rather abruptly at about 16:50 UTC and has rapidly intensified, accompanied by a sudden increase o
Large eruption of Tonga's active undersea volcano Hunga Tonga-Hunga Haʻapai
A large volcanic eruption is currently taking place at Hunga Tonga-Hunga Haʻapai undersea volcano near Tonga's capital Nuku'alofa. The volcano is indeed sending ash and steam high into the sky today, however, no official advisory was available at the press time
New activity/unrest was reported for 6 volcanoes from December 17 – December 23, 2014. Ongoing activity was observed at 7 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Asosan, Kyushu (Japan) | Chirinkotan, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Fogo, Cape Verde | Gamalama, Halmahera (Indonesia) | N
New eruption of Asosan volcano, Japan
Japanese Asosan volcano experienced a new eruption at 01:33 UTC on December 23, 2014. Tokyo VAAC reported volcanic ash cloud reached an altitude of 2.1 km (7 000 feet) and extended East. At 06:11 UTC it rose to approximately 2.3 km (8 000 feet) and was still extending
Mount Gamalama eruption sends ash and rocks 2 km into the sky, Indonesia
Mount Gamalama in North Maluku province of Indonesia erupted at 13:41 UTC on Thursday, December 18, 2014, sending ash and rocks 2 km into the sky and forcing the authorities to close an airport and issue warnings to planes. Nine people were injured while running to esca
New activity/unrest was reported for 10 volcanoes from December 10 – December 16, 2014. Ongoing activity was observed at 13 volcanoes.New activity/unrest: Asosan, Kyushu (Japan) | Chirinkotan, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Fogo, Cape Verde | Kusatsu-Shiranesan, Honshu (Ja
Kilauea lava flow about 5 days from Pahoa Marketplace, Hawaii
In their latest Kilauea status update issued 08:06 UTC today, HVO said that the June 27th flow remains active, with a new lobe advancing an average of 285 m/day (310 yd/day) between December 9 and 16.The leading edge is about 1.5 km (0.9 mi) from the Pahoa Marketplace,
Scientists observe the Earth grow a new layer under an Icelandic volcano
New research into an Icelandic eruption has shed light on how the Earth's crust forms, according to a paper published today in Nature. When the Bárðarbunga volcano, which is buried beneath Iceland's Vatnajökull ice cap, reawakened in August
Strong eruption and major pyroclastic flow observed at Sinabung volcano, Indonesia
Darwin VAAC reported a high level eruption of Indonesian Sinabung volcano on December 14, 2014. Aviation Color Code was briefly set to Red and later downgraded to Orange as the eruption became less active.At 02:32 UTC today (09:32 local time) volcanic ash cloud reached
New activity/unrest was observed at 6 volcanoes from December 3 – December 9, 2014. Ongoing activity was observed at 14 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Asosan, Kyushu (Japan) | Chirinkotan, Kuril Islands (Russia) | Fogo, Cape Verde | Sinarka, Shiashkotan Island (Russ
Extreme close up of the Fogo volcano eruption, status update
Cape Verde's Fogo volcano violently erupted on November 23, 2014, after almost 20 years of sleep. The lava flow already destroyed Portela and Bangaeira villages and is now on its way toward Ferdinand Gomes (Fernão Gomes). This extreme close up footage shows l
New eruption of Turrialba volcano, Costa Rica
Another eruption of Costa Rica's Turrialba volcano occurred at 02:24 UTC today (21:24 local time on December 8). Ash fall and strong sulfur smell was reported in areas up to 40 km from the volcano.Gino Gonzalez, volcanologist at the National Seismological Network, s
Fogo eruption intesifies – lava flow destroys Portela, reaches Bangaeira
Eruption of Fogo volcano intensified on Saturday, December 6, and destroyed almost the whole village of Portela. According to news reports, the lava flow has now reached Bangaeira, a village downslope of Portela.Authorities ordered full evacuation of the area, however,
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Join Bonnie Argo, Yuki Tsuji-Hoening & I for five full days of intensive AcroYoga love light and bliss at Amy Ippoliti's 90 Monkeys Studio in Boulder Colorado 9am-4:30pm Saturday-Wednesday.
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This is not Bobby Valentine's fault.
clubhouse, the collapse for the ages.
Series after 86 years, then did it again three years later.
was the sense that it was time for him to go.
And who got the job when Theo bailed?
apparent, a key component in many of Theo's acquisitions.
bus. Maybe it's this simple: Firing a manager is part of the game.
This is the back story that went into hiring Bobby V.
He was going to be the anti-Tito, a new face for a new era.
managers of legend, one of those "My-way-or-the-highway" types.
age it's virtually impossible to succeed that way.
time he left the dugout in Saturday's debacle.
Any of this make any sense?
our stuff here. � Maybe in Japan."
have been insignificant if the Sox were off to a good start.
choking into a baseball art form.
We're supposed to root for these guys?
But this is not Valentine's fault.


When most startup founders think of Silicon Valley, they automatically think of the Sand Hill Road millions. The dream, for most startups, is to leave the Valley with a large check from one or more impressive venture capital firms.
In reality, the road to Sand Hill is long, hard and expensive. Regardless of what you've seen in movies or read in magazines or books, seed investments, and the road to successful fundraising, starts with generous angels.
When Eyes On Freight began our startup journey in Columbia last year, we didn't know where to even start looking for investment money. Finding and getting introductions to angel investors in Columbia is more difficult than you would expect, even when compared to larger cities, like Kansas City or St. Louis. We joined the Missouri Innovation Center in hopes of laying the groundwork for potential investments.
Compared to most cities our size, Columbia has a rather large angel network, and even has its very own angel investment group, based out of MIC, that can provide startups a great support network. We thought we had the perfect formula for startup magic.
We soon learned the difficulty of accessing angels in Columbia. It seemed to be a two-part problem — the first reason is that Columbia is too institutionalized. In order to get in front of any angels, you either have to know them personally or know someone to introduce you to them. Getting in front of the group takes many stages of vetting. At the end of the day, you might not be invited to present to them if your company does not have the right growth and revenue numbers (let's be honest: most startups seeking seed-stage funding do not have either of those yet), or if some in the group are not interested in investments in your market.
The other reason is that Columbia has many generous angels who constantly get pitched ideas in hopes of securing seed funding. I believe this to be the larger of the two problems. Startup founders automatically believe that their idea is going to be the next big thing. We have to believe so — why else would we be crazy enough to pursue our ideas? Founders need to be more respectful and appreciative, and they need to understand that there are boundaries. By incessantly pitching to angels and asking for investments, we are, in many ways, destroying our very own ecosystem.
The biggest lesson I have learned during my time in San Francisco is that seeking investment is similar to dating. It's a numbers game. You speak to hundreds of venture capitalist firms and try to obtain their interest from among the masses. Some firms will say that we're in a tech bubble; others will tell you that, in days past, what used to be a B-round investment is now a seed-round. The bottom line is that if you are not raising at least $2-3 million, the average VC firm will simply tell you that you are too small for them. Regardless of how good of a product or idea you have, and even if you have the numbers to back it up, you will more than likely be reaching out to the generous angels before any large VC firms show serious interest in your startup.
So, fellow startup founders, next time you see an angel, stop and think. Instead of pitching your idea or asking for an investment, start with a thank you and build a relationship. It's because of angel investors that startups start. The only way we will build a strong startup community is by building trust and relationships with our angels. Remember that they are not only giving you their hard-earned money to build your dream, they will be the ones that carry you on your path to Sand Hill Road.


Well, here it is I am currently sitting in the airport spending mylast few hours in Italy, of course as always time here has gone by incredible fast and yet at the same time it seems like a lifetime since I was in Hartford. Without a doubt this trip has been one of the hardest challenges I have experienced, this had nothing to do with the restaurant or the people I encountered along the way but being away from my wife, family, friends and at times civilization proved to be incredibly trying.
That said, if I did this 3 years ago I wouldn't be leaving, at least not Italy anyway, I would be jumping from city to city soaking up all that Italy has to offer, it's a beautiful country with a fantastic and addictive way of life. But times are different and I have even more beautiful wife that I just wouldn't be able to part with again, at least not for such along period of time.
So what have I left with? Besides the extra 12 pounds and cooking aside, the sheer why of life here is immensely different and one I think is important to experience and absorb in order to truly understand Italian food, as it is with any style of food. Italian food is about tradition and simplicity these are two characteristics that you just cannot read in a book or take photos of for illustration. And as for the cooking, of course I have taken away many recipes a thousand ideas and a completely new outlook on cooking Italian food.
On another note, I have also been a witness to the terrifying state of the world's economy and its empowering strain on the restaurant business. People only come to Saint Vincent for two reasons, to Ski or to go to the Casino, both require money and people to freely depart with it. These bad economical times are punishing small towns and businesses. Because of this I learnt the true value of food and food wastage, and I depart with a better idea on how to control it. I think that alone is worth my time here.
I am taking a short trip to The Netherlands before heading back to England to once again see friends and family and then finally I will be returning back to Connecticut, and back to "La Tavola" who's continues success and award winning is going to be hard to get back up to speed with, but I can't wait, bring on the chaos.
To all those considering/preparing for/departing for Italy, I hope this has some how answered any questions you had or covered any fears you had, my offer still stands for any questions I may be able to answer, to be sent to jongyles@gmail.com thanks for taking the time to read my ramblings.
So I will finish by writing some much needed thanks. Chef Jack: for preparing us, and always being there for support and advice. All those in the CCI administration for all your help before, during and I have no doubt after this journey. Of course my family for your ongoing support and guidance, I'm sure I will never be able to fully repay you all but I can but try. Lastly to Sara for an amazing amount of patience throughout the whole thing, who found this equally as hard, I can only hope that she hasn't grown accustom to her bachelorette lifestyle and will let me back in the house.
Look forward to seeing you all soon, Ciao.


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Wiesenzart (mundartl.: Wisnzart(à)) ist ein Ortsteil der Gemeinde Tyrlaching im oberbayerischen Landkreis Altötting.

Lage
Die Einöde Wiesenzart liegt etwa drei Kilometer nordöstlich von Tyrlaching.

Geschichte
Der Name der Einöde bezeichnet eine Wiese in einem Weidewald. Das denkmalgeschützte Bauernhaus ist bezeichnet mit dem Jahr 1856.

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Ort im Landkreis Altötting
Geographie (Tyrlaching)
Einzelsiedlung

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Аке () — кордуенская (мидийская) династия, правившая на территории нынешней юго-восточной Турции.

История
Правили между верхней долиной Центриса и Большим Забом, к юго востоку от озера Ван, между Арзаненой и Адиабеной, Князья династии Аке принимали участие в восстании 451 года и были активны в битве при Аварайре. Они играли значительную региональную роль вплоть до арабского вторжения.

Примечания

Древняя Месопотамия
Династии
Курды
История Курдистана


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Full name: Dato' Sri Liow Tiong Lai
27 June 2014: Appointed as Minister of Transport, Malaysia
21 Dec 2013: Elected as President of MCA
2008: MCA Vice-President
2008: Minister of Health
2006: Appointed as Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports
2005: MCA Youth Chief
2004: Won the MP seat for P089 Bentong, Pahang
1999: Member of Parliament for P083 Bentong, Pahang
1989 to 1999: Press secretary, political secretary to MCA deputy president, Lim Ah Lek
1986: Research Assistant of MCA
MBA, University of Malaya
Bachelor of Science (Nutrition), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Website: http://www.liowtionglai.com
Johor Bahru - Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS)


In the latest episode of Garage 562 err I mean.. "The Smoking Tire" host Matt Farah finds himself hopelessly injured due to a snowboarding accident right before he is to drive the awesome R8. This leaves him looking for a substitute and who should he choose but Autoblog's Johnny Lieberman (illegitimate love child of Craig Lieberman and "The Nanny" Fran Drescher..err I mean no relation at all!) to fill in. From this point on hilarity ensues! There is nothing funnier than listening to Johnny trying to downplay the R8 when he and Matt can't even silence their incessant school girl giggling. This is good stuff people!


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Music is extremely powerful in evoking emotion and influencing our behaviour, whether we're aware of it or not. Take films, for example; the sadness, anticipation and elation we feel wouldn't be nearly as strong if scenes weren't underlaid with emotive soundtracks that amplify the on-screen action.
Research has proven that background music can alter the perceived waiting time in a queue, impact the way our food tastes, and increase sales of wine in a store. Using music as a marketing tool, therefore, can be a smart and practical way to both create an atmosphere and encourage desired customer behaviour.
In retail, hospitality and leisure environments, one way in which music can impact customer behaviour is by influencing their spend. Though, at Startle, we would argue that the biggest benefits of implementing music in a business are more holistic, various studies have shown that the tempo, genre and volume of music can have a direct correlation with the amount customers spend in your business. By delving into each of these elements, we'll help you to understand how.
Many researchers have advised that, in purchase decisions, the physical place and its atmosphere are more influential than the product itself. Along with factors such as brightness and temperature of the room, the tempo of music playing is one of the key atmospheric elements said to play a role here.
The typical suggestion on the impact of music speed on consumers is that the faster the music, the faster the action, whether it be shopping, eating or moving around a venue, and numerous studies support this. For example, Milliman (1982) conducted a study on how music characterised as either 'fast' (averaging 108bpm) or 'slow' (averaging 60bpm) impacted the behaviour of restaurant diners. After an 8-week period, Milliman concluded that restaurant diners exposed to the slow music spent an average of 11 minutes longer at their table than those who exposed to the fast music (56 vs 45 minutes).
A similar study observed the effects of music tempo on supermarket shoppers, and found that slow-tempo background music produced a significantly slower pace of in-store traffic flow than fast music. Further still, slow music caused customers to move more slowly throughout the store than if no music was playing at all. When comparing customer spend, the researchers found that the higher sales volumes were consistently associated with the slower-tempo music, while the lower sales figures correlated to the fast music. It was concluded that the impact of music tempo on both pace of in-store traffic flow and customer spend was "significant", and logically made sense; as customers move more slowly through stores, they tend to buy more. In this case, 38% more.
Retail, hospitality and leisure brands can interpret these findings and incorporate them into their strategies in their own ways. The key takeaway is that consumers subconsciously react to background music tempo as a cue. So, if the aim is to get more customers in and out of the door, increasing the average speed of your background music could help. But if you want to build a relaxed environment when people should take their time, a slow-paced soundtrack is probably the way to go.
Read: How to Create the Perfect Soundtrack For Your Business
Of these three elements of music, genre is said to have the strongest link with psychology, as consumers have a tendency to behave in a manner consistent with the connotations of music. The influence of music genre on customer spend is largely due to its effect on the quality perception of a business.
For instance, styles of music such as classical and jazz are perceived to be high-class as they are associated with sophistication and luxury. When played in businesses such as bars, restaurants and retail stores, these types of music have proven to increase a customer's willingness to spend more and persuade them to purchase finer, more premium products.
One study conducted by Areni and Kim (1993) found that customers exposed to classical music as opposed to Top 40 music in a wine store spent significantly more. This wasn't due to a higher quantity of products purchased, but rather the selection of more expensive wines. The conclusion here was that "music must fit the persuasion context in order to produce the desired outcome", i.e. in a context associated with prestige and sophistication (such as a wine store), atmospheric cues such as music must facilitate that experience.
Similarly, a separate study found that, when comparing the impact of these two same genres of music in a restaurant, customers exposed to classical music, again, spent more. The researchers reported that this was attributable to the 'upmarket' connotations of classical music that customers subconsciously mirrored.
While these findings can help with a business' sales strategy, it's important to acknowledge the simple notion that consumers are susceptible to what is sometimes referred to as 'auditory symbolism'. In other words, the background music played in a retail or hospitality location indicates to consumers the type of venue they're in, and what to expect from it. Therefore, this research not only indicates a direct influence from the genre of music on customer spend, but highlights the overall importance of well-profiled background music.
Perfecting the volume of background music in a retail, hospitality or leisure environment can be tricky. Do you want customers to be aware of it, or so subtle that it's 'barely there'? In other cases, the music may be more 'foreground'; an explicit feature of the atmosphere, designed to awaken consumers and be high-impact.
There is little research to suggest that the volume of background music directly impacts customer spend. What has been found, however, is that the loudness of music is another factor that can influence dwell-time. One retail study measured the impact of 'loud' and 'soft' music on consumers. Though no significant difference in sales or level of satisfaction was recorded, it was found that people spent significantly less time in the stores when music was loud compared to when it was soft.
This is unsurprising, given that shoppers will often be either looking for a particular product or browsing for enjoyment; both of which having overly loud music present at could be distracting or intrusive, rather than complementing the experience. Though no sales difference was recorded in this particular study, it's logical to advise that playing music at a volume that encourages customers to stay longer would likely lead to higher spend.
To avoid generalisation, however, we should remember that retail and hospitality atmospheres vary hugely. While the majority of these markets may benefit from using soft music as a tool to increase dwell-time, certain brands may thrive off louder music. In the case of many pubs, bars, and the likes of Hollister and Superdry, a more foreground background music solution can be key to the overall experience that immerses customers and makes their locations stand out.
While a retail or hospitality atmosphere is obviously made up of many different factors, background music is one of the most highly controllable. Along with the fact that music is so universal and connects with people, this is one of the reasons why it is a great marketing tool for businesses. As a minimum, it's important to be aware of how the types of music you play may be impacting customer behaviour and the overall experience.
The intricate nature of music profiling is why we, at Startle, developed our 360° Profiling service. Working with brand and marketing teams, we conduct a process to Discover, Design and Develop a soundtrack tailored to the brand, treating this as a progressive process that continues to grow and evolve over time. Our most bespoke music service, we offer 360° Profiling to brands that desire this close level of attention to detail to create them a signature music profile underpinned by the expertise of our profiling team.
If you'd like to enquire about 360° Profiling or request more information on the studies we've referenced, please get in touch with our friendly team any time.
How to Create the Perfect Soundtrack for your Business
Background Music in Hair and Beauty Salons
Startle Jukebox's Pay-per-Play: Earn Revenue by Engaging Your Customers


The FAQs discuss settings identified by the regulation as being presumed to have the qualities of an institution, unless CMS determines through a heightened scrutiny review that the settings do not have the qualities of an institution and that the settings do have the qualities of home and community-based settings. The FAQs focus on settings that have "the effect of isolating individuals receiving Medicaid [Home and Community-Based Services] HCBS from the broader community of individuals not receiving Medicaid HCBS." Where noted, this guidance replaces or supplements prior guidance; content not specifically referenced in the attached as being replaced remains in effect.
CMS is issuing this guidance in keeping with a letter from CMS Administrator Seema Verma to the nation's Governors on March 14, 2017, indicating the intention to provide additional flexibility to states and to streamline implementation efforts associated with the home and community-based settings regulation.
All states and Washington, D.C. must have transition plans in place no later than March 17, 2022 in order to ensure settings meet federal HCBS standards and thus continue to receive Medicaid funding.
Visit the Medicaid.gov Statewide Transition Plans website to see where your state is in this process. I encourage you to also check out the Home & Community Based Services Final Regulation website as well for additional information including the final rule, press releases and fact sheets.
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Property for Sale in Ashcombe Park
Watts & Morgan 55 High Street, Cowbridge, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF71 7AE
Lot 4: Approximately 12.73 Acres of Land at Groeswen, Caerphilly
The property comprises approximately 12.73 acres of pasture land in two separate enclosures. The land consists of gently sloping agricultural land with additional access to Mynydd Meilo Common. The property enjoys roadside frontage onto the adjoining Groeswen Road and benefits from stockproof fencing, natural water supply and may offer potential for agricultural, equestrian and amenity purposes.
Building Plot Site at Sevenoaks Road, Ely, Cardiff, CF5 4QA
The property comprises a block of 0.171 acres (692m2) as shown edged with red on the attached plan. The land is located adjacent other residential dwellings and has previously been used for commercial purposes.The property benefits from planning permission number 16/01839/MJR for the construction of 6 x 1 bed apartments and 4 x 2 bed apartments. The planning permission is subject to a number of planning conditions as outlined in the planning permission a copy of which is available from the selling agents.
Watts & Morgan 3 Washington Buildings, Stanwell Road, Penarth, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF64 2AD
Flat 6, 31 Plymouth Road, Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 3DA
Watts & Morgan are delighted to present to market this beautifully presented two bedroom second floor flat situated in the highly desirable tree lined street of Plymouth Road. Ideally located to Penarth Town Centre, the seafront and Penarth train station. In catchment for Evenlode School and Stanwell School. The property briefly comprises; entrance hall, living room, kitchen, bedroom one with fitted wardrobes, a single second bedroom and a shower room. Externally the property enjoys off-road parking via a gated entrance and a low maintenance communal garden which enjoys a variety of mature shrubs and borders. EPC Rating: 'E'.
Howard Homes 203 Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS8 2XT
Whatley Court, 27-29 Whatley Road, Bristol, Somerset, BS8
PRICE REDUCTION! A rare opportunity to live in a house which forms part of a retirement complex and is situated in a most convenient Clifton location. (contd...)
Building Plot Land to the Rear of Seaton Hoe, Park Road, Dinas Powys, CF64 4HJ
Watts & Morgan are delighted to offer for sale this freehold Building Plot with outline planning consent for the construction of a four bedroom dwelling (approximately 2,500sq.ft.) located in the popular village of Dinas Powys.Full planning permission has been granted to construct the entrance, which has broadly been completed by the current owners. (Planning Reference: 2017/00992/FUL).
Ground Flat
Flat 19, Albany Court, Beach Road, Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 1JU
Watts & Morgan are delighted to market this spacious ground floor two bedroom apartment situated a short distance of the Town Centre. Ideally located for shopping, bars and restaurants and within easy access to train station and Penarth Pier. The property briefly comprises: communal entrance hall, hallway, kitchen, open plan living/dining room, two spacious double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and a family bathroom. Externally the property enjoys a private outside area providing ample space for outdoor entertaining and dining, beautifully maintained communal gardens and a single garage. Being sold with no onward chain. Share of Freehold. EPC Rating 'D'.
25 King Street, Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 1HQ
Watts & Morgan are pleased to market this spacious three bedroom mid-terraced property located in the heart of Penarth. Conveniently located to the local amenities, Cardiff City Centre and Penarth Marina. The property briefly comprises; entrance porch, hallway, open plan living/dining room, kitchen, family bathroom. First floor landing, generously sized master bedroom, two further spacious double bedrooms and a family bathroom. Externally the property enjoys a low maintenance rear garden. EPC Rating: 'D'.
Trem Mapgoll, Pencoedtre Village
Property located in Trem Mapgoll, Pencoedtre Village
Approximately 13.23 Acres of agricltural/equestrian land with a large range of stables at Saith Farm
The property comprises approximately 13.23 acres of sloping pastureland, a range of stables, office/storage area and manége as outlined in red on the attached site plan.The land comprises a mixture of pastureland and woodland situated within a number of enclosures. It may have potential for agricultural/equestrian and amenity purposes subject to any necessary planning consent. A number of the enclosures have mains water available with the land currently used for grazing and mowing purposes.
Robin King Estate Agents 1 The Cross, Broad Street, Congresbury, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS49 5DG
Spacious terraced home inYatton
4 bedroom spacious home in Yatton within walking distance of amenities including station and primary schooling. Offered with NO ONWARD CHAIN, this lovely home also has enclosed REAR GARDEN and GARAGE.
Terraced Bungalow
Retirement bungalow in Wrington
End-terraced bungalow in beautiful condition, specifically for the over 65's. Centrally situated in the village of Wrington, well known for its community feel. No onward chain.