Horse Hubs

* Rockefeller Center – look for streets on the West Side that become
free at either 6pm or 7pm – like 53rd St. between 8th – 10th
Avenues

* Times Square/Theatre District – streets in the 40’s also become free at
either 6pm or 7pm – like 44th Street between 8th – 9th Avenue

* Lincoln Center – many of the streets on the West Side that are free at
either 6pm or 7pm are also free on the weekends – like 56th Street
between 8th-10th Avenues

* Museum mile – many streets have alt side regulations with lots of
great places to park – like 82nd Street between 3rd – 5th Avenues. Free
on weekends!

* Madison Square Garden – look for streets that become free at either
6pm or 7pm in the 20’s – like 29th Street between 7th – 8th Avenues.
Many are free on weekends!

* Central Park – lots of alt side regulations between Central Park West
& Amsterdam – especially above 65th Street. Also many on the East Side
between 3rd – 5th Avenues

* Greenwich Village – streets near Washington Square Park are free at
night (6pm or 7pm) and/or have alt side regulations – like Sullivan
between Bleecker – 3rd Street

* The peripherals are generally better places to park than in the middle
of Manhattan. Try drifting a little bit east or west – a short walk to your
destination is healthy!

Always plan ahead – know in advance which streets are good and
bad places to park and make a note of where to go and where to
avoid.

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This top five is by no means unequivocal, it contains my favorite resorts in Europe. Others might pick Brevent, La Tania and La Chavanette however these areas represent my best ski fields.

1. Flims Laax Falera, Switzerland ” Is famous for its 3 connected mountains: Flims, Laax and Falera making up one of the most popular skiing areas in Switzerland. It is more for the intermediate skiers and beginners, with over 130 miles of slopes to satisfy all skiers.

2. Kitzbhel, Austria ” the 5 main skiing areas around the resort have plenty of slopes catering to the needs of everyone – this ski resort is one to try out. Contrary to the easy going nature of most of the courses Kitzbhel contains one of the most challenging world cup circuit courses in the world,the Hahnenkamm.

3. Chamonix Mont Blanc, France – Situated at the foot of Mont-Blanc this town boasts fantastic skiing such as Les Grand Montets (1235 m ” 3000 m) and the linked areas of Br©vent / Fl©gre (1030 m – 2525 m) whilst providing a sense of adventure that won’t disappoint.

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5.Wengen, Switzerland ” This beautiful ski resort exudes charm from the moment you arrive. It’s an easy going place; with many of the ski pistes having gentle runs leading up to Grindelwald.

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Get acquainted with a culture of the people who love to celebrate according to centuries-old traditional patterns; be it the chasing away of the evil spirit or the celebrations on the occasion of the New Year. And if you’re fortunate you could persuade the Sikkimese to offer you “Chaang”- a preparation from fermented millet, served in bamboo containers with a hollow bamboo pipe. Add to it sumptuous Tibetan food or mouth-watering Sikkimese momos.

As you travel off the beaten track, in this undiscovered haven, you can immerse yourself in solitude, amidst a tranquil silence and astounding natural beauty.
Within a matter of hours one can move from the sub tropical heat of the lower valleys to the cold of the rugged mountain slopes that reach up to the area of perpetual snow. Its dramatic topography is a feast for the senses.

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Once regarded as one of the last Himalayan “Shangri-la” because of its ancient Buddhist monasteries, pristine lakes, superb mountain terrain, and remoteness, Sikkim is a must see for those in search of un-spoilt nature, innocence and warm hospitality of people or spiritual tranquillity.

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When you think of skiing, you’re likely to conjure up the white winters of the Swiss
Alps, Mont Blanc in France, Vail in the US, or Mount Fuji in Japan.

But Latin America has of course the Andes. And Chile is where we’ll be skiing this
summer. The best news is that, given the tricky economic situation lived in the
country, skiers are greeted each year with excellent package deals.

Despite being lesser known than those in Europe or North America, Chile has
already hosted World Championships, and is also the chosen training ground for
some national ski teams, such as the US. Do you wonder why?

Imagine living in a place where you are greeted each day by the amazing Andean
mountains. Of course, Chileans pay a price in exchange for having such a wondrous
backdrop – pollution. Pollution easily gathers above the cities of Chile and given the
sheer height of the mountains covering the region, pollution simply stales above
with no way of escaping.

But a 2-hour drive towards the mountains quickly leaves the grey air behind and we
reach the Portillo Hotel. Built in the 1940’s on a site known to have been a burial
ground used by the Incan people, the luxurious Portillo resort is one of the top ski
resorts in Latin America, and given the quality of the slopes, it has been attracting
professional skiers and daredevils to the Andes since the late 1800’s.

The Andes, which peak at over 7,000m on Mount Aconcagua, are an idyllic
destination even for non-skiers. The scenery is breathtaking, the mountain air is
refreshing and the people of Chile are hospitable folk happy to help in whichever
way they can.

The crowds at the Portillo are a mixed bunch from around the world. Many are not
even there for the skiing. That’s why the Portillo offers a wide array of recreation, at
the resort and outside.

On a sunny day, you can take part in guided walks along the trails, stop off for a
picnic and return to the resort, get yourself into one of the external heated pools
and contemplate the stars. A full week of this and you’ll return home feeling
refreshed and ready to take on what comes along.

For skiers, however, adventure awaits you on the world-class Double Diamond
chute known as “The throat”. There are easier slopes for beginner skiers or
snowboarders and instructors are at hand to give you the basics. If you’ve skied
before and feel a little rusty, a lesson or two on your first day will get you back on
track. It is also important to point out that the Andes can be sneaky terrain and the
slopes that are seemingly easy at first sight will put you to the test. So I always
recommend even avid skiers to join a class to regain your confidence and relearn
the basics – it is a handy tool to have when traveling at the speed of light towards
the window of a restaurant.

If you really want to experience life on the edge, heli-skiing is for you. It is not for
me or for other light-hearted folk. But world-class skiers visit especially to heli-ski
the Andes.

The third day is usually when the pain sinks in. Your tired muscles beg for a break,
and on such a day, your best option is to visit the wine region. Chile produces some
of the best wines in the world, and a visit to Los Vacos is the ideal escapade where
you can taste some local Merlot or Cabernet.

A restful stay is assured at The Portillo, not only because there is a “no tv” house-
rule but also cater to a maximum of 500 guests at a time. Kids also have a myriad
of activities to choose from and allow parents a smooth, quiet stay.

For off-slope activities, local tour operators offer some very interesting activities,
such as a visit and lunch with the indigenous Mapuche community, or trips to
neighbouring resorts in Chile and in Argentina.

The Vale Nevado is only 1.5 hours away from Santiago and also offers deluxe
accommodation in its lively resort and some of the best snowboarding in the region.

The Termas, or hostprings, de Chillan are 6 hours away from Santiago. But the
reason why so many skiers will do this longer trip is the opportunity the ski the
Chillan volcano. The local hotel is also deluxe, offers guests a world-class spa and
the crowds are an international bunch. The off-slope activities are also varied
enough to make it a good destination for families.

Las Lenas ski resort is probably where you’ll find the best deals, and the slopes are
some of the most difficult, so you’re likely to be rubbing shoulders with experienced
skiers and world champions out on some training.

Known at the Gran Catedral, Bariloche is located in Argentina and given its unstable
weather conditions has some great off-slope activities, such as hiking, sightseeing
and a fantastic atmosphere at night.

All in all, and regardless of the resort you choose, the Andes are your best bet.
Enjoy the high life at any its luxury resorts, experience some incredible skiing, meet
people from around the world, sip some of the world’s finest wines, and wake up
each morning to the fresh Andean air and one the most exquisite vistas in the
world.

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It is common for static caravan proprietors to rent out their static caravan to bring forth additional income. The charge of additional income will depend on the number of calendar weeks per year for which the caravan for sale is taken for.

Some of the essential considerations of renting out a static caravan for sale is the price of marketing the van to secure satisfactory degrees of booking. There are 2 fundamental means of selling. First, is to self promote the caravan to satisfy bookings. Second, the park operator will often market and lease your caravan for you. They impart look after the entire process including preparing bookings, requital, housecleaning etc. The park operator will however make a charge percentage of the caravan sales agreement as their fee.

If you are selling your caravan yourself there are some options:

Friends and Family ” easy and honest pick Word of mouth / recur business ” zero selling costs and simple Localised Press Advertising – inexpensive means of publicizing National Publications “e.g. Daltons Weekly Private Website ” technical and difficult to operate National 3rd party websites ” can be price effective

In addition of the commercializing, you will have to also deal with:

Advertising and Commercializing Considering with inquires via telephone or email Collecting and chasing bonds Collecting and tailing balances Confirming reservations and full terms and conditions Selling with issues such as cancellations Cleaning and upkeep

The most price effective form of direct marketing for owners is often friends and family as this needs no financial outlay. Many people also like this approach as these users tend to be reliable.

Thus caravan proprietors will choose for the park operator subleasing their static caravan for sale on their behalf, merely because it transfers a lot of the work load associated with selling the caravan yourself.

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