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The British Virgin Islands, part of a volcanic archipelago in the Caribbean, is a British overseas territory. Comprising 4 main islands and many smaller ones, it's known for its reef-lined beaches and as a yachting destination. The largest island, Tortola, is home to the capital, Road Town, and rainforest-filled Sage Mountain National Park. On Virgin Gorda island is the Baths, a labyrinth of beachside boulders
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) are territories of Her Majesty's land, but aside from scattered offerings of fish and chips, there's little that's overtly British. Most travelers come to hoist a jib and dawdle among the 50-plus isles. With steady trade winds, calm currents, protected bays and pirate-ship bars, this is one of the world's sailing hot spots. Main island Tortola is known for its full-moon parties and sailing prowess. Billionaires and yachties swoon over Virgin Gorda and its magical rocks. Anegada floats in a remote reef and has a hammock waiting for those serious about unplugging. And who can resist little Jost Van Dyke, the ‘barefoot island’ where Main St is a calypso-wafting beach? The islands have a quirky edge, and despite all the fancy boats and celebrity visitors, they remain relatively undeveloped.
Others find more than enough to keep them exclusively anchored by these 50 plus islands and cays, which sadly were hit hard by Hurricane Irma in September 2017. Travelers will still be able to find evidence of the hurricane's handiwork, though BVI has done a valiant job of rebuilding. On Tortola, you'll find mountainous cliffs and chalk white beaches, characterized by changing tides and calm easterly winds. A brief sail away, sleepy Jost Van Dyke offers delicious Caribbean food and drink, one of the region's best New Year's Eve parties, as well as a few outdoor excursions like diving and fishing. On Virgin Gorda, you'll find The Baths, perhaps the most picturesque shore in the British Virgin Islands, and with good reason: It offers unique grottoes amidst gigantic granite boulders. For supreme seclusion, try Anegada; its slow pace, flat terrain and sparkling sand lies almost overlooked in Caribbean Sea.
BEST TIME TO VISIT BRITISH VIRGIN ISLAND
The best time to visit the British Virgin Islands is from September to November, before the crushing crowds of the winter holidays. Though the fall months see the highest amount of precipitation, they also welcome some of the lowest hotel rates you'll find all year. Keep in mind: Hurricane season runs from June to November, so keep an eye on the weather if you're planning a summer or fall visit. Divers should plan a trip for winter or spring – the summer is the absolute worst time for visibility underwater – and sailors should try to visit in March, during the BVI Spring Regatta.
This is when the BVI winter hat trick – sunny skies, pleasant breezes and very little rain – lures the most visitors. Temperatures linger in the low 70s to low 80s, and they aren't the only thing that's high. Some resorts charge upward of $500 a night for a room. This is a great time to party, however; the New Year's celebrations on Jost Van Dyke are some of the most popular throughout the Caribbean.
It's unfortunate that more people don't experience the British Virgin Islands at this time of year because when the weather is good, it's truly divine. Temperatures range from the low 70s to mid-80s, and there are some great deals on airfare and hotels starting by about mid-April. For the best rates, plan a trip for early March, late April or May. That way you'll bypass the crowds and expense of Regatta season. Still, there is the threat of hurricanes from June to November, and it might be wise to purchase some travel insurance just in case.
British Virgin Islands hotels and vacation rentals offer pretty good incentives to visit at this time of year. What's more, average temperatures rest in the low 80s. Be prepared for occasional rain showers as this is the wettest time of year.
GETTING TO BRITISH VIRGIN ISLAND
There are no direct flights to the British Virgin Islands from Europe or the USA. All flights connect through another Caribbean airport such as Antigua, St Thomas, Puerto Rico, St Kitts or St Maarten.
Connecting airports surround the BVI, making arrivals and departures an easy part of your travel itinerary. When travelling to the BVI, there are no direct flights from the USA, Canada, Europe, or South America to the British Virgin Islands' main airport, the Terrence B. Lettsome Airport (EIS).
All flights must connect through another Caribbean airport on islands such as Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, Antigua, or St. Maarten. Your travel agent or international airline will be able to assist with booking flights. If you plan to make reservations online, remember that you will have to request flights to Tortola (EIS).
If you are travelling on to Virgin Gorda (VIJ), Anegada, Peter Island, or Jost van Dyke, check with your hotel, resort, or villa to make sure that charter flights or ferry service will be available if you arrive after 4pm. Otherwise, plan to spend a night or two in Tortola before exploring the rest of "Nature's Little Secrets." Boat charters can be arranged via St. Thomas, Road Town or Beef Island.
The BVI’s additional major airports are Auguste George Airport, Anegada (NGD); and Taddy Bay Airport, Virgin Gorda (VIJ). Regular service from San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) to Virgin GOrda (VIJ) is available with Cape Air. VI Airlink offers both commercial and charter flights from Beef Island, Tortola to Anegada (NGD). Many charter airlines also offer service to Anegada. Visit our Inter-Island Aviation section for more information.
The most direct way to arrive to the BVI from North America is via San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU). Frequent connecting service is offered by Cape Air and Seaborne and interCaribbean Airways, with occasional service offered by other airlines and charter flights. Charter airline service can be arranged from almost anywhere in the Caribbean. See our Inter-Island Aviation section for more information on airline charter companies.
You may arrive by sea via the following ports of entry: Road Town, Tortola; West End, Tortola; Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke; St. Thomas Bay, Virgin Gorda; Gun Creak, Virgin Gorda. All entering vessels must clear in with BVI Customs and Immigration immediately upon arrival into the territory, and retain a valid passport and boat registration papers.
ENTRY REQUIRMENTS :
The following measures are to be adhered to by all non-British Virgin Islanders entering the Territory: Bona fide visitors may be granted entry for up to one month at the ports of entry, provided that they possess return (or ongoing) tickets, evidence of adequate means of support and pre-arranged accommodations during their stay. Visitors wishing to stay longer will need to apply for an extension.
European citizens require a valid passport to enter the British Virgin Islands with proof of a return or onward ticket. Visitors from some countries may require a visa – if in doubt please check with your nearest BVI Tourist Board.
GETTING AROUND BRITISH VIRGIN ISLAND
The best way to get around the British Virgin Islands is on a boat. You might even need one to arrive at your destination first – there are no direct flights from the United States to this island chain and many people fly into Cyril E. King Airport (STT) on St. Thomas in the U.S Virgin Islands and then ferry over. You could also take a connecting flight from Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, Antigua or St. Maarten to Tortola Airport (EIS). Once you're settled, you might end up on the water again – to ferry or to sail between the numerous islands that make up this archipelago. You should rent a car or take a taxi to move about larger islands like Virgin Gorda or Tortola.
Boat - You'll probably get on a boat at least once during your vacation – either because that's the way you arrived in the British Virgin Islands or that's the way you traveled among them. And fortunately, there are plenty of on-the-water options. Ferries travel between Tortola and Virgin Gorda as well as to the U.S. Virgin Islands, plus there's also a ferry link between Tortola and Jost Van Dyke and Peter Island. Keep in mind that there are two docks in Tortola, one on the West End and one in Road Town. If you have a mind to splurge, you can also charter your own boat for transport to and from surrounding islands and cays.
Car - It's possible and convenient to rent a car on the larger islands of Virgin Gorda and Tortola. On Virgin Gorda you can find agencies across from the yacht harbor; in Tortola, the agencies are located outside Road Town near the ferryboat dock. You'll need a valid driver's license. Remember to drive on the left, and keep your eyes peeled for potholes, blind curves and maybe even a few cows, roosters and iguanas, especially on Anegada.
Taxi - Taxis are a hassle-free way to move around most of the islands. There are stands near the ferry docks and at the airports, but hotels on the more developed islands are willing to call one for you. The cabbies are obviously better prepared to navigate the island than you will be, but they're also pretty good tour guides. There is, however, some expense involved. Each island or cay has different taxi rates: You can check BVI Tourism's website to get an idea on what the price for your destination might run. Keep in mind that the price is determined by the distance traveled and the number of persons in the vehicle.
Bus - For cheap transportation to well-known tourist spots, you can take an open-air safari bus. They hold approximately 20 people and charge between $2 and $5 for a one-way trip from the ferry dock to a popular spot like The Baths of Virgin Gorda. This is an especially efficient option if you're just visiting an island for one day. Van-type buses, most often seen on Tortola, are less practical if you're just generally trying to move around town.
WHERE TO STAY IN BRITISH VIRGIN ISLAND
This beachfront complex is located in Scrub Island. It offers an outdoor pool, a private beach area, free Wi-Fi and ocean views. The rooms at Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, Autograph Collection feature air conditioning, a safety box, iPod docking station, seating area and a flat-screen cable TV. Each one has a coffee maker, minibar and balconies. The bathrooms are private and have bathrobes, a shower and slippers. The Scrub Island Resort serves international and seafood. There are also a pool bar and a beach bar for the guests to enjoy. Activities like hiking, kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling are also an option to arrange at this resort. This private resort is accessible only by boat or helicopter and the Tortola's Trellis Bay Dock is a 10-minute boat trip away. The dock is 2 minutes’ drive from Tortola's International Airport.
Quito's Luxury Inn has a restaurant, fitness centre, a bar and garden in Cane Garden Bay. Featuring a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The rooms include a balcony with a sea view. At the hotel, rooms include a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The rooms will provide guests with a stovetop.
Villa Sirenetta offers accommodation in Belmont Estates. The villa is equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi. Free private parking is available on site. The villa is fully air conditioned with 3 bedrooms each with its own en-suite bathroom. It has WiFi, back up whole house generator, private pool, fully equipped kitchen and BBQ. There is flat-screen TVs in each bedroom and the main living space. The villa enjoys wonderful views of neighboring islands. On island staff is available to assist you during your stay.
Boasting a year-round outdoor pool and pool views, Four Diamonds Park Villas is located in The Settlement. This villa features a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring a Blu-ray player, the villa has a kitchen with a microwave, a fridge and an oven, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bath. A flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player are featured. A bicycle rental service is available at the villa.
Providing city views, Ocean View Villas in Jost Van Dyke provides accommodation, a restaurant, a shared lounge, a garden, a private beach area and barbecue facilities. Both WiFi and private parking are available at the villa free of charge. Ocean View Villas provides guests with a patio, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge. The accommodation offers a terrace. A car rental service is available at Ocean View Villas, while hiking and diving can be enjoyed nearby.
This tropical hotel offers a private pool and private beach overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Guests have access to beach and pool equipment. The villas feature a fully equipped kitchen area. The spacious villas at Fort Recovery Villas Suites Hotel include a microwave and refrigerator. The villas also have seating areas and bright, island decor. Guests can dine at the Fort Recovery Restaurant, which is open for breakfast and dinner. Guest can also relax at the full-service spa, which offers massages and exercise classes. Fort Recovery Villa is adjacent to the historical Fort Recovery, which was built by the Dutch in 1640. The hotel is in West End, about 15 minutes’ drive from Road Town.
Boasting a garden and a terrace, Oca Maloca Tortola Immaculate 1BR apt near Nanny Cay offers accommodation in Road Town with free WiFi and garden views. Featuring free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and snorkelling. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. A car rental service is available at the apartment.
Bayview Vacation Apartments has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Virgin Gorda. Each unit is fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, washing machine and coffee machine, as well as a kitchen. A garden, barbecue and a terrace are offered at the aparthotel.
Situated in East End, Tortola, Lambert Beach Resort features an outdoor swimming pool. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom, while selected rooms also boast a terrace and others also boast a mountain view. All guest rooms at Lambert Beach Resort include air conditioning and a wardrobe. The distance from Terrence B. Lettsome Airport to the resort is 5.6 KM.
Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant, Fort Burt Hotel is located 1.7 km from Cruise Ship Pier and 2.4 km from J.R. O'Neal Botanical Garden. Each room here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a balcony. There is also a dining table. Featuring a bath, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. You can enjoy sea view and mountain views from the room. Extras include free WiFi. At Fort Burt Hotel you will find a terrace and a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities and luggage storage. The property offers free parking. Fort Burt Hotel is 15.3 km from Beef Island Tortola Airport.
PLACES TO VISIT & THINGS TO DO IN BRITISH VIRGIN ISLAND
When Columbus first sailed through the Virgin Islands, the multitude of islands surrounding him reminded him of the martyred women in the story of Saint Ursula and the thousand virgins. He therefore named the archipelago “Virgin Islands,” and the name has stuck. The British Virgin Islands are a place of beauty, from the lush, green peaks of its many islands down to the sparkling, crystal-clear waters and beyond, down to the sea life living beneath its surface. No matter if you seek solitude, surfing, swimming, scuba-diving, sailing or simply sitting on a perfect beach, the British Virgin Islands have something to offer you.
Located on Virgin Gorda, The Baths are the most famous and possibly most photographed location in the British Virgin Islands. The site is a deposit of large volcanic boulders, some of which are stacked on top of one another, creating small grottoes and “baths” underneath. From Tyra Banks to the honeymooners you met at dinner last night, everyone who holidays to the British Virgin Islands gets their obligatory Baths photo moment.
Situated about halfway between Jost van Dyke and Tortola is a spit of, well, sand. Sandy Spot is a popular launching spot for kite and windsurfers since the channel between the islands funnels wind in a prevailing direction. Sandy Spit is a also a favorite stopover for day charter boats whose patrons want a private, albeit exposed, beach.
Peter Island is a great place for someone who wants the exclusivity of a private island but not the bank account required for one. The price tag for accommodation and dining is certainly more than the big three of Tortola, Jost, and Gorda, but you aren’t paying for nothing. The beaches are as white as the perfect linens on your bed, and the water is as clear and sparkling as the Perrier in your glass.
The British Virgin Islands offers world class diving. Some of the more popular places to dive are shipwrecks. Drop in at the RMS Rhone which sank off Salt Island in 1867 with the loss of almost all hands, or explore the airplane crash site off Dog Island. Wreck alley features four different shipwrecks. Wrecks offer an exciting opportunity to explore the ocean in three dimensions, since you can enter the ships to explore.
A road of sea running between St. John of the US Virgin Islands and various cays of the British Virgin Islands, the Narrows is technically British water. Blackbeard used to sail through here, using the steep peaks of the islands to hide the mast of his ship. Sailing through this waterway is magical, and little has changed since pirates did it centuries ago since neither the cays nor the northern part of St. John are developed.
The top surfing in the British Virgin Islands is at Cane. A long right-hander peels out from the right side of the bay into the center, and on really big days, closes out the whole place. A favorite anchorage for charter sailboats, Cane Garden Bay is usually packed with charter boats. In the distance is Jost van Dyke, a perfect place to stare at lazily as the sun sets.
Anegada is almost a legendary place, an island many, if not most, Virgin Islanders have never been to. Unlike all the other Virgin islands, both US and British, Anegada is wholly flat. Its flat topography makes it incredibly windy and an ideal place for kiters and windsurfers. Most tourism here is by wind enthusiasts, but Anegada is still a beautiful place in its own right, and due to its location and lack of fame, almost empty of people.
In addition to wreck dives, there are a multitude of coral reefs surrounding every Virgin Island to explore. If you can manage to book a dive at Anegada, take it. Because it is rarely dived, all of its reefs are still alive and positively packed with sea life. Remember to tell your dive instructor if you see a sea lion. Although they are beautiful, they are an invasive species introduced from the South Pacific and Philippines region to the Caribbean by people. They destroy the reefs and have no predators in the Caribbean, and each one killed brings in a reward.
At the western end of Tortola and the eastern end of The Narrows is Soper’s Hole. Soper’s Hole itself is a marina and shopping/dining center, but the area that surrounds it is gorgeous, invoking visions of Jurassic Park. Lush, verdant greenery consumes every slope, and the harbor is always filled with mega yachts.
Named after a Dutch pirate, Jost van Dyke is host to a famous New Year’s Eve party in White Bay affectionately called “Old Year’s Eve” (although technically, the eve is just before something, not after it). Jost is a place for rum and fun, or as the t-shirts at one of that bars says “A sunny place for shady people.” Soggy Dollar Bar on Jost invented the famous Painkiller rum drink and a few bars down the beach offer Bushwackers with magic mushrooms blended into them. Throw a few Painkillers and Bushwackers back and forget all your worries, until you wake up the next morning somewhere on White Bay Beach covered in sand and nursing a powerful hangover.
Gorda Peak National Park, Virgin Gorda
If you're looking for a change of pace from all the aquatic activities, Gorda Peak National Park is a great place to soak up some land-based nature. Two well-marked hiking trails lead to the summit of Gorda Peak, the island's highest point. From the observation tower here, you can enjoy sweeping views of the North Sound, Anegada, and the other islets and cays of the British Virgin Islands. Rich in biodiversity, the park comprises 107 hectares of semi-rainforest, with dry forest cloaking its upper slopes and rare plants flourishing within its borders, including six species of native orchids. Wildlife such as reptiles; tree frogs; birds; bats; soldier crabs; and the world's smallest lizard, the Virgin Gorda gecko, are also found in the park.
The North Sound, on the northeast shore of Virgin Gorda, is a major water sports center in the British Virgin Islands. The area offers well-protected waters and many anchorages, with every kind of boat and water activity available - diving, sailing, windsurfing, parasailing, jet skiing, water-skiing, glass bottom boats, and trips to secluded beaches. Hiking is also another popular activity in the region. Since the channel and surrounding areas can only be reached by boat, the North Sound is extremely popular with boaters and private charters.
At the westernmost end of Tortola lies Smuggler's Cove, a secluded, sheltered, and undeveloped patch of island that lures beach lovers seeking an escape from the busier resort scene. This relatively peaceful beach offers great snorkeling, with sea turtles swimming just offshore. Look for the old car used as a film prop for the Hollywood remake of The Old Man and the Sea, filmed here in 1990.
The capital of the British Virgin Islands, Road Town is named for Tortola's principal harbor, Road Bay. Located in the center of the southern shore of Tortola, Road Town is the commercial center of the entire British Territory, and the harbor is often crowded with charter yachts, ferries, and the occasional cruise ship. Most of Road Town's attractive shops and eateries are found on Waterfront Drive and Main Street, with historic forts and sugar mills, some dating back 200 years. The town's tourist attractions include Dolphin Discovery Tortola, J.R. O'Neal Botanic Gardens; Virgin Islands Folk Museum; and Government House, a classic example of British colonial architecture.
A gift from the Rockefellers to the government of the BVI, Sage Mountain National Park cloaks a ridge running east to west along the spine of Tortola and is the first national park established in these islands. Almost the entire park is 305 meters above sea level, and 523-meter Mount Sage is the highest peak in all the Virgin Islands. Twelve looped hiking trails thread through the forest, and while the park is not an actual rainforest, you can see philodendrons, hanging vines, ferns, mahogany, cedar, and manilkara trees. Wildlife includes birds such as martins, hummingbirds, and kestrels. Since the BVI National Parks Trust acquired the land, reforestation programs have been successful in many areas of the park.
Since 1843, various legends have deemed Norman Island the site of buried treasure. Lying 10 kilometers southwest of Tortola, this is the largest uninhabited island in the British Virgin Islands. The anchorage at the Bight, known for good snorkeling, is usually crowded with sailboats, swimmers, and dinghies. Apart from the beaches at the Bight and Benures Bay, on the east side of Norman Island, the terrain is mostly undeveloped and impenetrable. Also of note here are the underwater Treasure Caves, believed to be the place Robert Louis Stevenson had in mind when writing Treasure Island. The four caves offer ideal snorkeling and diving, and one of the caves extends 24 meters under the island, replicating the conditions of a night dive. Lying 1.6 kilometers south of Norman Island, Santa Monica Rock is one of the prime dive sites in the British Virgin Islands, featuring a pinnacle reaching 30 meters. Since the rock lies on the outer edge of the island chain, it is a good place to spot larger open-ocean fish such as nurse sharks or spotted eagle rays. The BVI National Parks Trust has set up moorings here.
WHERE TO EAT IN BRITISH VIRGIN ISLAND
The British Virgin Islands are a tropical paradise and a travel destination steeped in glitz and glamour. The cheapest way to get local flavour is to try the local cuisine at some of the best restaurants in the main city of Road Town on Tortola.
Located within the Old Custom House in Road Town, Island Roots is a casual restaurant tapping into the laid-back vibe of the British Virgin Islands. In addition to being a great place to stop for lunch, Island Roots has a staff of skilled baristas so that you can get your caffeine fix as well.
Captain Mulligan’s is a fun and friendly restaurant and sports bar, and even has a mini-golf course for kids. Despite its child-friendly atmosphere, Captain Mulligan’s welcomes people of all ages. If mini-golf isn’t your thing, then perhaps a tall glass of rum is. Be careful though; if you stay at the bar here too long, you may end up walking like a peg-legged buccaneer.
Capriccio di Mare is conveniently located in central Road Town, serving your favourite bolognese, frutti di mare, risotto and linguine. If you’re craving Mediterranean cuisine, be sure to book a table at this cosy spot.
Tucked away in the jungle along the beautiful Apple Bay is the Sugar Mill Hotel & Restaurant. The verdant scenery overlooking the sea is the perfect background for couples and honeymooners. The restaurant lies inside a restored sugar mill, and the dappled shade from the surrounding trees gives this place its romantic magic.
Brandywine Estate Restaurant offers one of the more elegant dining experiences in the Caribbean. Patrons enjoy exquisite Mediterranean food at the beautiful Brandywine Estate as they look out over the breezy Sir Francis Drake Channel. Watch yachts sail by as you sip fine wine and tuck into their freshly caught lobster. Brandywine specialises in food from the sea and boasts a loyal clientele.
Dove Restaurant features the one of the most extensive wine selections in the British Virging Islands. Located in a historic house in the centre of Road Town, this restaurant and wine bar possesses an old-world charm reminiscent of the days when pirates and sugar merchants sailed between the islands.
Overlooking the picturesque Sir Francis Drake Channel, Sharkey's is a favorite among regular travelers to the British Virgin Islands. Serving up traditional bar food but with a quality above the average pub, Sharkey’s is a short walk from the ferry dock.
WHERE TO SHOP IN BRITISH VIRGIN ISLAND
The U.S. Virgin Islands are rightly known as a shopping mecca: hundreds of merchants cater to a captive audience of cruise ship passengers, resort guests and boat enthusiasts. Add to that a generous $1600 duty-free allowance and no sales tax, you've got a shopaholic's paradise. But prices on most items aren't especially cheap – don't forget that everything has to be shipped or flown in, which adds to the bottom line. Here are the list of Shop that you might want to visit here.
Just outside the hustle and bustle of Charlotte Amalie is an excellent gallery selling works by local and internationally recognized artists who spend all or part of their time in the Caribbean. In addition to paintings, sculpture and photography, the gallery, which is over 20 years old, also carries crafts, ceramics, glasswork, textiles, ironwork, wood sculpture and more by the likes of Don Dahlke, Max Johnson, Dana Wylder and others. The airy gallery also offers framing services, an impressive selection of historical Caribbean maps, and monthly art shows of emerging artists during peak season. Located in Al Cohen's Mall on Raphune Hill, about one mile from downtown.
Recently voted "best ladies' clothing in the USVI," this enchanting little store owned by Danna Brosius has been dressing Crucian women (and men) in stylish island-casual garb for more than 20 years. Collections come from designers all over the world, and most are fair-trade and organic. You can find pieces for the entire family here: women like the forgiving fabrics, pastel colors and beachy, breezy feeling of the skirts, dresses and sarongs; men can find Island Guy shirts, which are like Hawaiian shirts, but not tacky. Kids love the backpacks made from banana leaves. Handpainted silk scarves, candleholders carved of native woods, and handcrafted jewelry are among the other treasures you'll find. Sales staff are very professional and knowledgeable and will go out of their way to find the most flattering style for your shape and personality.
This ceramics gallery is also a workshop where you can watch artisans at work making water fountains, lights, signs, planters, vases, musical wind chimes and dinnerware. The gallery specializes in coral pottery dinnerware; coral sand and melted glass are mixed to mimic the colors and textures of Caribbean stone and water. Schnell also represents a short list of other artists from St. John and worldwide. The studio is located in the Amoré Center, which is just a short walk from either Mongoose Junction or the ferry dock in Cruz Bay.
Silk-screen artist Jim Tillett and his wife founded Tillett Gardens in 1959 as a screen printing studio and art gallery. Since then it has expanded into a wide- ranging arts and crafts center where local artists and craftsmen make and sell pottery, candles, jewelry, baskets and more. Many of the artisans work on-site so you can watch the crafts take shape, and some offer workshops. The legacy of the Tilletts continues with their protege Sonny Thomas, who produces the famous Tillett maps and fabrics, which feature island motifs. Tillett Gardens is also home to a music studio (which offers lessons), and the Pistarckle Theater, which stages about a dozen plays and musicals throughout the year. The facility also hosts several classical and contemporary musical performances during the island's high season.
This shop, which is next door to the historic Whim Plantation house, offers an impressive array of art, West Indian crafts, artifacts, antiques, furniture, textiles, and even local foods. Many of the mahogany and teak furniture pieces are reproductions of furniture in the plantation house. If you're not in the market for furniture, place to pick up a really memorable portable souvenir: there are historical maps, books about the history of St. Croix and the Virgin Islands, locally designed cards and jewelry, and CDs by local musicians. Food items include dundulsa, lassinga, peppermint and coconut and ginger sugarcakes, guavaberry liqueur, and tarts (guava, pineapple, coconut and guavaberry).
Located in an un-missable pink and yellow house with gingerbread trim, Pink Papaya dazzles the eyes with a riot of colors, shapes and sizes once you step in the door. You'll find everything from ceramics to tableware to jewelry to home decor with a Caribbean flair. Colorful table linens, hand-painted serving trays, holiday ornaments, prints, photographs, handmade pendants, quirky eyeglasses, stuffed animals, humorous greeting cards, candies, hot sauces - you name it, they've got it. They also showcase pieces from local and international artisans, such as the vivid Haitian metalwork in the shape of sea creatures. Shipping and gift-wrapping are available. Located next to the Lime Inn in the center of Cruz Bay.
Yacht Haven Grande is new-ish waterfront development that includes a luxury yacht marina, residential condos, restaurants, and over 40 high-end shopping boutiques. Lots of pricey designer brands are represented here, including Louis Vuitton, Coach, Gucci, BCBG Max Azria, and Bulgari. But there are also mid-range chains like White House Black Market, Bebe, Cache, and Tommy Hilfiger, plus a beauty salon and non-chain boutiques selling swimwear, pet supplies, and sunglasses. Dining options include Fat Turtle, Grande Cru, and Bad Ass Coffee. During high season there are regularly-scheduled outdoor concerts, parties, pet adoption fairs, and more.
Owned and run by the Bishop family, a team of artisans and metalsmiths native to St. Croix, Crucian Gold features a variety of beautiful handmade jewelry designs inspired by the history, people, and natural environment of the island. Crafted from gold, silver, copper and brass, you'll find bracelets, pendants, earrings, rings and necklaces here. Popular items include the "Crucian knot" bracelet (which features a "lover's knot" in the center) and the Turk's Head ring (a knot of interwoven gold strands). Pendants and earrings are also available with the distinctive designs. Bishop's other masterpieces are chess sets inlaid with precious metals and featuring Caribbean scenes. All of the materials they work with come from recycled and eco-friendly sources.
Located in the heart of Mongoose Junction, owner Jo Sterling's excellent multi-cultural boutique offers an impressive array of historic and exotic finds from the Caribbean, Africa and Indonesia. You'll find yourself spending hours browsing the ever-changing inventory of art, music, clothing and home decorative items that are displayed on antique West Indian furniture. Home decor includes wall hangings, block-printed bedspreads and table linens, hand-crafted wood bowls, throw pillows, utensils and goblets. Haitian metal art, Caribbean and African musical instruments, and island made jewelry are among the crafts you'll find. Clothing ranges from leading contemporary brands to one-of-a-kind batik-print pieces. While you shop, the sounds of the Caribbean and Africa pulse through the sound system. All music is available for sale.
This mall, which greets cruise ship passengers who disembark at the West Indian Company dock, is one of the major shopping areas on the island (besides downtown). It boasts about 100 shops and restaurants, plus various service providers such as banks and a post office. Numerous jewelers have branches here, where you can buy everything from black coral to Austrian crystal, to French perfume and Swiss watches at excellent prices. There are also various beachwear shops, an electronics store, a bookstore, a gourmet grocer and a music store. Ancient mahogany trees line the streets, and casual eateries like the Delly Deck and Havensight Cafe provide tasty, cheap grub for refueling stops.


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The chain debuted queso in its New York City test kitchen in July. Chipotle began serving queso at roughly 350 restaurants in California and Colorado in August.
Chipotle said in a statement that it has tweaked its queso recipe based on customer feed back and crafted a final recipe that "has proved very popular with customers."
Business Insider tried the chain's original queso at Chipotle's test kitchen, which also serves other test items, including new salads and margaritas. Here's what the chain's first all-natural take on the cheesy dip was like.

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While no change is expected in the maximum temperature over northwest India in the next three days, it could fall by around two to three degrees after that, according to an India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast issued on Friday morning.
Heat wave conditions are on the forecast for Delhi on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On Friday, the maximum temperature is likely to be 44 degrees Celsius. The normal maximum temperature, or the long period average, for May 12 to 15 is 39.3 degrees Celsius. The maximum temperature is likely to remain at 44 degrees Celsius on Saturday and Sunday as well, going by the forecast.
Heat wave conditions are also on the forecast for parts of Rajasthan from May 13 to 16, while isolated parts of Jammu and Kashmir could witness heat wave conditions till May 15. Southern Haryana and Punjab could also record heatwave conditions till May 14, while parts of Madhya Pradesh could record a heatwave spell from May 13 to 17. Parts of Rajasthan, western Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and Gujarat saw heat wave conditions on Thursday. The highest maximum temperature recorded on Thursday was 48.1 degrees Celsius at Barmer, Rajasthan.
A fresh western disturbance is likely to affect the western Himalayan region from May 16 onwards, and could bring scattered rainfall to the region from May 16 to 18. Under the influence of the western disturbance, cloudy skies are on the forecast for Delhi from May 16 to 18, and the maximum temperature is likely to fall to 42 degrees Celsius on May 16.
The minimum temperature has remained above 25 degrees Celsius over the past week, indicating warm nights. The minimum temperature recorded early on Friday was 28.1 degrees Celsius, three degrees above the normal. The normal minimum temperature for May 12 to 15 is 25.3 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature is likely to increase further and hit 30 degrees Celsius on May 17, according to the IMD’s forecast for the next six days.
While the temperature at 5.30 am on Friday was 28.8 degrees Celsius, the relative humidity at the same time was 69%.
The air quality index (AQI) on Thursday was 164, in the ‘moderate’ category. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) identified ozone and PM2.5 as the prominent pollutants on Thursday. The AQI is likely to remain in the ‘moderate’ category or in the upper end of the ‘satisfactory’ category from May 13 to 15, according to a SAFAR forecast issued on Thursday.

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While ASIC chips have been Bitmain’s powerhouses for mining Bitcoin and Bitmain’s mining pools account for significant portions of all the processing power on the global Bitcoin network, they are still finding themselves coming up against a great deal of resistance. The 21 Bitcoin Computer is a special board with an ASIC mining chip that is attached to a Raspberry Pi 2 chassis, and comes with a WiFi and power adapter, 128 GB SD card, USB-to-laptop cable, and everything you need to run it either as a standalone machine or to provide bitcoin to a Mac, Windows, or Linux computer. It comes with a full copy of the Blockchain pre-loaded on a 128GB SD card ... Alibaba.com offers 543 asic miners motherboard products. About 0% of these are Motherboards, 0% are Computer Cases & Towers, and 0% are Blockchain Miners. A wide variety of asic miners motherboard options are available to you, such as memory type, hard drive interface, and ports. Build Asic Bitcoin Mining Rig, 7 santander visa vario card Jul 2018 build asic bitcoin mining rig ... The problem is that this miner isn’t handelsunternehmen zu verkaufen very efficient meaning that in area where electricity build asic bitcoin mining rig is expensive you’ll end up losing money.! Alibaba.com offers 155 asic miners motherboard products. About 9% of these are motherboards, 3% are other computer accessories, and 3% are graphics cards. A wide variety of asic miners motherboard options are available to you, such as desktop, server, and laptop.
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The Washington Age of Consent is 16 years old. In the United States, the age of consent is the minimum age at which an individual is considered legally old enough to consent to participation in sexual activity. Individuals aged 15 or younger in Washington are not legally able to consent to sexual activity, and such activity may result in prosecution for statutory rape. Washington statutory rape law is violated when a person has consensual sexual intercourse with an individual under age The age of consent is raised to 18 when the partners are a foster parent and foster child, when the older partner is at least 60 months older than their 16 or 17 year old partner and abuses their significant relationship as defined by RCW 9A.

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TREE: Trees develop in medium strength and form a large crown. Cooling time is 550 hours and it can be grown in Marmara, Aegean and Mediterranean Regions without any problem. Dilution should be made for the fruits to reach a sufficient size.
FRUIT: The fruit peel is golden yellow, yellow-white lenticular (spotted) on a brown background and is less rusty. Fruit is large, low acid, cylindrical, long-stemmed flower pit is deep. Fruit flesh is white, crisp, very juicy and has a distinctive flavor. It is among the ripening varieties in the middle season. It is harvested 15-18 days after Kosui variety. Comes to eating at the time of harvest. It can be stored in cold storage for 4-5 months.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.9 and Tab S2 9.7 were pretty well liked tablets last year, but now they’re ready to get some solid follow-ups, as recent developments have shown. A certain Samsung SM-T819, considered to be the Tab S3 9.7 has been certified by the FCC and it appears similar to its predecessor.
Word’s out that both Tab S3 models will sport Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 652 octa core processor, as well as 2048 x 1536 pixel resolutions. Slates are expected to bring 3 GB of RAM, 8 MP back cameras and 2 MP front shooters, plus at least 32 GB of storage. These specs are very similar to the ones of the Galaxy Tab S2, so we can’t help but wonder what the selling point will be.
Android Marshmallow will be preinstalled and the design will also be similar to the models before. The FCC published the sketches you see here, for the model number SM-T819, offering all those hints. The same authority revealed that the Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 comes with AT&T-compatible LTE bands (2, 4 and 17), so we expect a launch on that carrier.
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Are they air fresheners or air poisons? Advertising executives on Madison Avenue would like us to believe that air fresheners work to eliminate odors and actually clean the air. This is not even close to being true. What they are really doing is masking odors with toxic chemicals. Most band name air fresheners contain a wide variety of highly toxic chemical agents such as: formaldehyde, artificial fragrance, benzyl alcohol, camphor, ethanol, and naphthalene. Air fresheners containing these known poisons may lead to cancer and birth defects, as well as to severe allergic reactions and asthma. Many of these chemicals attack the central nervous system, which can lead to Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
You don’t have to use spray air fresheners, plug in air fresheners, or candles scented with artificial and toxic ingredients. Here are some tips to help your home smell clean without the use of chemicals:
- Open the windows.
- Clean the source of the odor with non-toxic products.
- Empty the trash one or two times a day.
- Burn 100% pure beeswax candles with 100% cotton wicks. This is the best alternative to traditional paraffin candles; and pure beeswax candles will help the air stay pure and clean.
- Put a box of open baking soda in your fridge, closets, and bathrooms.
- Use vinegar to clean glass tops and mirrors.
- Put a half a cup of vinegar in a room that smells bad to absorb the odor.
- Use a drop or two of pure essential oils in a mister filled with distilled water.
- Add drops of orange or lemon essential oils, and orange, vanilla, or lemon extracts on organic cotton balls. Put them around the house. Lavender is also nice.
- Boil spices like cinnamon and cloves in a little water on top of the stove.
- Boil three to five organic lemons cut in fourths in clean water for 30 minutes to an hour.
- Boil crushed or cut fresh ginger in water.
- Boil herbs like rosemary or basil.
- Boil some water and then add a drop or two of your favorite pure essential oil(s).
- Use organic herbal sachets and potpourris.
- Add potted plants to your room to clear carbon dioxide and other toxins naturally. Aloe Vera and Potted Chrysanthemum will help to remove many toxins; English Ivy will help to remove benzene; Fig Tree and Spider Plants will help to remove formaldehyde.
- Get freshly cut fragrant organic flowers.
- Use organic herbs and garlic when you cook a meal

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Injury Riddled Rangers
Essentially for the first time all season, injuries have caught up to them, and have hurt them. In tuesday’s matchup versus the Islanders, many key components were missing in action.Rookie sensation goalie Henrik Lundqvist missed his 5th straight game with a hip flexor, and has yet to hit the ice. Backup Weekes, has been playing well, proving the veteran talent he really has.
Defensman Darius Kasparaitus missed his 10th of the last 11 games, due to a sore groin. His leadership and on ice energy has been missed in recent games, when the Rangers need a spark. Tom Poti missed his 2nd consecutive game, due to an upper body injury. Marek Malik missed tuesdays matchup vs. the Islanders, due to a sore shoulder.
Marty Rucinsky(broken finger) is also still out, but has been practicing hard. Steve Rucchin who is out with a fractured foot, missed another game. But has said, if it was a playoff game, he could play.
A lot of younger players are getting into the lineup, staying in the re-building process. Yet still fighting for 1st in the atlantic division.


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Peking , June 4, 1917, 5 p.m .
Your June 2, 4 p.m. Abbott has secured assignment additional security for the loan made last November and has proposed to the Chinese Government a fair and statesmanlike arrangement for further loans but the present disorganization of the Government prevents negotiations. He is leaving today for the United States.

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Amazon has just kick-started its 12 Days of Deals sale. The online retailer is currently offering up to 58% off on various popular video games, including newly released games.
If you’re interested, you can check out the details below.
For your reference, we have compiled a list of game deals above for the second day of Amazon 12 Days of Deals. So be sure to check the sales, bookmark this page and check back here for more gaming deals.

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The Super Patch Kit is comprised of a small plastic case, a piece of sandpaper for roughing up the tube and 6 peel-and-stick patches so no gluing is required. The patches stick fast thanks to 3M technology and they're thin and flexy to stretch with the tube. There's no easier way to patch a tube.
Topeak's SmartGauge D2 boasts a digital readout that goes up to 250 psi and it's compatible with Presta and Schrader valves, as well as shocks and suspension forks. The head rotates 180 degrees to get in tough spots, and an air release button helps you dial in the perfect pressure.
Planet Bike's Dial Gauge makes it easy to ensure you always have the right pressure in your tires, which makes the riding easy and helps prevent flats. Built to last, this quality gauge works on all valves and has a large easy-to-read dial.
Want a super-easy way to fix a flat? If you have tubeless tires on your mountain bike, all you need is Genuine Innovations' Tubeless Tire Repair Kit. No interior repair is needed, so you don't have to remove the tire. Just plug the hole with the self-vulcanizing plugs, inflate and ride away. The kit includes an insertion tool and five rope plugs.
Crank Brothers Klic HV Gauge features a revolutionary design that sports a hidden flexible hose hidden inside the pump body. A magnetic head and twisting collar allow the hose to be attached easily and keeps debris out. - High-volume portable hand pump with hidden magnetic hose and pressure gauge - Premium pump with flexible rubber hose that hides inside the body of the pump when not in use – perfect for those stealth air-strikes! - Features also include an air pressure gauge, Presta/Schrader valve adapter, magnetic head with twisting collar, and a folding and locking handle. - HV (high volume) version recommended for tires 1.8” wide and larger. - All Klic pumps come with a bottle cage bracket mount. - Pressure 110psi / 7.6bar - Weight: 150 grams
The Digital Shock Pump gives you an exact pressure setting to make suspension and seatpost setup easier and repeatable every time. - Max. pressure 350PSI covers all shocks (350PSI is the max psi on DPS and DPX2) - LCD display panel - Durable stainless swivel pump head (UP-SA) allows for pump to access shocks where linkages would get in the way with a traditional pump head - 6063 alum barrel and handle - Micro-adjust 2-3 PSI air-bleeder and foldable hose
Topeak's Pocket Rocket boasts an aluminum barrel for superb function, durability and max pump power, while its plastic handle ensures pumping comfort. And, its aluminum thumb-lock head fits both Presta and Schrader valves.
You'll have a whole lotta love for this CO2 inflator on long rides. It fits Presta and Schrader valves and weighs next to nothing. The cartridge is insulated with a sleeve to prevent frozen fingers and the small size means the Red Zeppelin fits easily in bags, pockets and packs. Two 16-gram cartridges are included. Now you'll never be stuck like a "Fool in the Rain."
Everybody needs a floor pump in their home, but not just any floor pump will do. You need something that's dependable, versatile, and accurate, like our new Air Tool Comp. It checks all the boxes with a dual-stage pressure gauge that delivers the low-pressure accuracy that your mountain bike tires require, while also matching the high-pressure needs of your road and gravel tires. At 365cc-per-stroke, it might not match the MTB floor pump, but this one fills big tires fast and makes for a great all-arounder that’ll get you out the door and riding—fast. - Dual-scale 3" (76mm) oversized gauge. - Steel base and aluminum barrel construction. - Ergonomic wing handle is now overmolded for comfort. - Auto-selecting SwitchHitter II head technology. - Includes spare rubber seal for head. - Max pressure: 120 PSI (8.3bar) - Volume-per-stroke: 365cc
Keeping your bike's tires properly inflated is the best way to ensure a happy ride. Maintain pressure and avoid pinch flats with MSW AirLift Floor Pumps. - Smart head fits on both Presta and Schrader valves - Steel barrel and steel base - Bleed valve for fine-tuning pressure - Max pressure: 150 psi - Extra-long 48-inch hose - 2.5-inch diameter gauge - Hidden inflation adapter kit for toys, balls & rafts - Overall height: 25-inches
Show flats no fear with Bontrager's Air Support pump. Built for the lower-volume tires on your commuter, cruiser or town bike, but can handle road and mountain tires, the Air Support is great for topping off your pressures or fixing that unfortunate flat. The auto-select head uses a fold-out lever to lock securely to Schrader or Presta valves for quick and easy inflation up to 80 psi.
Easy inflation The convenience of CO2 with the ever-ready capabilities of a mini pump, the Air Rush Road combines safe, controlled CO2 inflation with the back-up security of a telescoping pump. At just 72g, the Air Rush's compact design easily fits in a jersey pocket or seat pack. Product details - 2-in-1 design combines CO2 inflator and mini pump - Ultra-compact size easily fits in a jersey pocket or seat pack - Includes reusable cartridge insulator to protect hands - Pump inflates tires if you're out of CO2 - 72g - Includes two 16g cartridges, mounting bracket, and required hardware
For the perfect pressure A shock pump with an accurate, easy-to-read gauge and a thread-on design that minimizes bleed off so you can easily adjust your shock pressure. The perfect pressure takes precision. The Bontrager Shock Pump features a large, easy-to-read gauge for accurate readings, a bleed valve for pinpoint accuracy, and a thread-on design that quickly attaches to front and rear suspension shocks for a reliable, secure connection. - Easy-to-read gauge that is accurate to 400 PSI - Threaded design for a secure connection that reduces bleed down - Bleed valve reduces pressure in small increments - Suitable for use with front forks and rear shocks
Topeak's Peakini II is a powerful mini pump that's ideal for road and trail use. It sports a reversible head so you can pump both your Schrader and Presta valves with ease. And, its highly efficient, single action design and T-handle mean you'll be back out riding after a flat quicker than ever.
Designed for Fat and Semi Fat tire bikes, the Big Bore packs massive volume per stroke and a unique head that still works with winter gloves on - Oversized press-on Schrader and Presta head won't accidentally remove valve cores and can be easily used with thick gloves. - Flexible hose attachment allows for aggressive pumping without fear of damaging valve stems. - Inverted barrel design allows for high volume in a compact size. - Coarse machined aluminum barrel for extra grip. - Water bottle boss mount with elastomer band included. - Max pressure: 50psi (3.5bar) - Volume per stroke: 90cc
- Standard threaded cartridges are 3/8" x 24tpi thread to fit any brand inflator - Law prohibits ORM-D materials from shipping by air - Box includes 20 CO2 cartridges
Lezyne's Alloy Drive mini-pump quickly inflates your tires so you can get back on your bike. Its CNC-machined aluminum barrel and handle help you get pumped up to 90 psi in a flash. And, making your inflation experience even easier is a Presta and Schrader compatible Air Bleed System Flex Hose that stows inside the handle when not in use.
The high-pressure portable hand pump with hidden hose, pressure gauge, and co2 inflator. Details - Premium pump with flexible rubber hose that hides inside the body of the pump when not in use—perfect for those stealth air-strikes! - Features also include a concealed co2 inflator (Presta only), air pressure gauge, magnetic head with twisting collar, a folding and locking handle, and a Presta/Schrader valve adapter (fully threaded Presta valve bodies only) - Hp (high pressure) version recommended for tires 45c and narrower - All klic pumps come with a bottle cage bracket mount Specs - Length: 260mm - Pressure: 120psi/8.3bar - Warranty: 5 years - Weight: 170g
A floor pump is one of the best investments a rider can make to keep their bike ready for action. Experts agree that tire pressure affects ride quality more than any fancy frame material, the latest suspension, or high-tech wheels. In addition to ride quality, tire pressure affects traction for cornering and stopping, rolling efficiency, power transfer, flat prevention, and overall safety. A floor pump will make inflating your tires easier, faster, and more accurate when compared to a small hand pump, compressor, or other inflating device. The features on the Domestique includes high quality steel and plastic construction for durability, a dual-head design with thumb-lock lever for easily switching between Presta/Schrader tube valve types, an integrated pressure gauge, comfortable ergonomic plastic composite handle, and heavy-duty composite base for stability. - High-quality steel and plastic construction designed with value in mind - Features dual Presta/Schrader head with thumb-lock lever, integrated pressure gauge and heavy duty composite base - High air volume stroke quickly inflates up to 120PSI (8 Bar) maximum pressure
The Airlift 220 is a single action mountain bike pump that is small enough to bring along on the trail. It features full-body alloy construction with a cross-hatch texturing for better grip in slippery situations. - Smart head fits on both Presta and Schrader valves - Compact, 5-inch hose extends for easier operation - Rubber seal holds pump handle in place - Includes a frame mount and two 4mm bolts - Pumps up to 80 psi maximum pressure
The ultimate travel floor pump. Compact, lay-flat design maximizes efficiency and portability. Durable and lightweight CNC machined aluminum construction. Felt-lined canvas bag protects pump during transport. Durable, anodized high-polish finish with a compact 1.5-inch gauge. ABS Flip-Thread Chuck equipped with Speed Chuck adapter. Features - Compact, flat laying design - CNC machined aluminum construction - Durable anodized high-gloss finish - Compact 1.5-inch gauge (160 psi / 11 bar) - ABS Flip-Thread chuck. - Canvas bag included Specs - Weight: 0.84kg | 1.85lbs - Max: 160psi | 11bar - Size: 50.8 x 19 x 60cm
Lezyne's Alloy Floor Drive Pump features a durable CNC-machined aluminum barrel and base. Varnished wood handle with aluminum junction and steel piston. Oversized 3.5-inch precision gauge. 220 psi max. Extra-long, high-strength hose with aluminum couplers. Tough anodized high-polish finish. - ABS2 equipped
Allows you to reach into difficult places with your Prestaflator hose. Great for cleaning and drying parts on-or-off the bike. If the tip is blocked, The safety feature releases air away from your work so you can maintain control. Can also be used to inflate low pressure vinyl-valve items (beach-ball type). The safety release feature will help prevent over-inflation. Made with 6061-T6 Alloy – it’s as strong as Brass and only 1/3 the weight. Note: The safety feature is only functional when the tip is used on a Prestaflator.
Planet Bike's Red Zeppelin CO2 bike tire inflator features rugged metal construction and the Airflation control knob for reliable and accurate inflation. It accepts all sizes of threaded cartridges and the inflator head threads directly onto either Presta or Schrader valves without an adapter. It'll make quick work of roadside repairs. - Precision-machined body and head with Airflation Control 2.0TM knob for improved reliability and ease-of-use - Threads directly onto Presta or Schrader valve without adapter - Compatible with threaded cartridges - Small size fits in saddle bag or jersey pocket - Size: 48 x 40 x 25 mm - Weight: 56 grams
Replacement hose kit for MSW AirLift floor pumps. - Smart head fits on both Presta and Schrader valves - Extra-long 48-inch hose - Barb-type hose connection
- Mid-volume steel barrel and piston with composite matrix base - Precision 3.5-inch gauge (100 psi / 6.89 bar) - Extra long, high-strength hose - Varnished wood handle - ABS1 Pro with Presta/Schrader valve chuck
Lezyne's Micro Floor Drive HV is a powerful mini-pump that thinks it's a floor pump. Its fold-out foot peg, high-volume barrel and aluminum construction make it easier than ever to pump up to maximum pressure of 90psi and get back on the trails. You'll also appreciate the ergonomic handle, extra-long hose and Presta/Schrader-valve compatibility.
Crank Brother's Klic HV features a revolutionary design that sports a hidden flexible hose hidden inside the pump body. A magnetic head and twisting collar allow the hose to be attached easily and keeps debris out. - High-volume portable hand pump with hidden magnetic hose - Premium pump with flexible rubber hose to allow for easy inflation. - Features include a Presta/Schrader valve adapter, magnetic head with twisting collar, and a folding and locking handle. - HV (high volume) version recommended for tires 1.8” wide and larger. - All Klic pumps come with a bottle cage bracket mount. - Length: 220mm - Pressure 110psi / 7.6bar - Weight: 124 grams
Easy to use, powerful, durable and economical, Park Tool's PFP-8 Home Mechanic's Floor Pump has a place in every garage and home bike shop and is perfect to take along to cycling events, too! It inflates like a champ thanks to its sturdy steel barrel, tough handle, composite thumblock head that fits Presta and Schrader valves, sturdy steel base, long hose and extra-large, easy-to-read gauge.
A simple and reliable twist-to-inflate system, the Windstream Twist inflator head works with all 3/8" threaded inflation canisters — but with a twist. With no spring on the head, airflow is controlled by twisting the cartridge rather than pushing. Auto seals when not engaged. - Compact, lightweight design fits in tight spaces - Press-on for both Presta and Schrader valves - Compatible with 3/8” threaded cartridges - Rotate CO2 cartridge to regulate inflation - Kit includes CNC-machined aluminum inflator head with a green finish for better visibility
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To keep up with new transmission options we offer two transmission adapter brackets for the late model T-56 and TR-6060 transmissions, including the MG9 “high-torque” version of the TR-6060 behind the LSA engines in the CTS-V and ZL1 Camaro. They are designed to adapt a standard transmission mount to the transmission using the factory bolt holes and places the transmission mount in the correct location for our swap kits.
The adapter bracket for the Cadillac CTS-V T-56 and standard TR-6060 is laser cut, CNC bent and jig welded using 3/16” steel and powder-coated black. The adapter bracket for the MG9 high-torque TR-6060 is Laser cut from 6061-T6 aluminum and has a tumble polished finish. Both come with all necessary hardware.
Both adapter brackets are shown with our polyurethane transmission mount which is not included with the transmission adapter brackets, but is included with our LSx swap kits.
This adapter bracket is for the MG9 “high-torque” version of the TR-6060 behind the LSA engines in the CTS-V and ZL1 Camaro.


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Robin Maughan: Other victims of child sex abuser urged to come forward.
Police are urging any other victims of disgraced singer and entertainer Robin Maughan to come forward.
Maughan, who is serving 12 years in jail for a catalogue of abuse against young children, admitted 18 more sex offences today.
Speaking after the hearing, Detective Constable Rob Waddington, who led the investigation, said: “These new charges brought against Maughan are a testament to the hard work of the team to bring justice for all those abused by Maughan over many years.
“As a result of the publicity surrounding his previous conviction, more victims came forward, and we worked to gather evidence to be able to put these charges to him.
“I want to reassure the public that just because a defendant may already be in prison, we take all reports seriously and will investigate all allegations.
“We know there are more victims out there who were abused by Maughan and who haven’t been able to come forward for whatever reason, and I would urge them to make contact with us. There are specially trained officers who can offer support and guidance through the whole process.”
His call was backed by child protection charity the NSPCC.
A spokesman said: “Maughan is clearly a dangerous predator who has been carrying out the most appalling abuse for a number of years.
“His sickening catalogue of crimes will have had a devastating impact on his victims.
“And it is vital he now receives treatment in prison to lessen any further risk he poses to children.
“Police have suggested there may be even more victims, and we would urge them to speak out.”
Following yesterday’s guilty pleas, Maughan, who is well-known in the Market Harborough area for his tribute act to Four Seasons singer Frankie Valli, now faces further time in jail.
The latest offences, relating to two girls and five boys, followed a police appeal asking for any other victims of Maughan to come forward when he was imprisoned in March last year.
Maughan (36), formerly of Western Avenue, Market Harborough, appeared at Leicester Crown Court yesterday (Wednesday) via a live video link from the city’s Welford Road prison, where he is serving his sentence.
He pleaded guilty to the following offences, committed between November 2000 and February 2015:
Two counts of indecently assaulting 14-year-old girls.
Seven counts of causing or inciting boys, aged between 13 and 14, to engage in sexual activity.
Five counts of sexual activity with boys under 16.
One offence of sexually assaulting a boy under 16.
One count of causing a child aged between 13 and 14 to watch a sexual act.
Taking 81 indecent photographs of children, in category B, and taking 140 indecent images of youngsters, in category C. Indecent images are graded A, B and C. A is the most serious.
Judge Nicholas Dean QC adjourned sentencing to a date next month.
Maughan was jailed for 14 years and 10 months last year for 21 sex offences, including making covert video films of two boys aged 10 and 12 in various stages of undress and encouraging other youngsters to send him indecent images of themselves.
The sentence was reduced on appeal to 12 years.
The mother of one of the abused children said in a victim impact statement read out at the last sentencing hearing: “He was a pillar of the community and classed as a local celebrity.”
She said that when she found out her daughter had been abused: “I was angry and upset and it made me fill ill.”
Her daughter said afterwards: “I want to forget it ever happened, deep down I knew I had to report it to the police; it was killing me inside.”
A boy Maughan has already been sentenced for abusing went on to attempt suicide twice.
He said in a victim impact statement that Maughan regularly had sex with him and at one stage he fell in love with his abuser, but at other times felt he was being treated as a “sex toy”.
At the sentencing hearing last year, the court heard that Maughan’s guilty pleas had spared his victims from giving evidence and he was genuinely remorseful for the damage and suffering he had inflicted on the children.
He was said to suffer from an unstable personality disorder and described as immature.
Maughan’s advocate told the sentencing judge Maughan was willing to undergo specialist treatment while in prison.
In 2014, Maughan performed at the Harborough Christmas lights ceremony in front of 3,000 spectators.
Anyone who wants to come forward can call the police on 101, or the NSPCC helpline 24 hours a day on 0808 800 5000.


Much was made about the Leafs decision to part ways with Mikhail Grabovksi earlier this offseason. But Leafs loss is now the Caps gain. [ RussianMachineNeverBreaks ]
And considering the Penguins and Capitals now share a division, this move is a good one for the Caps.
Grabovski is a guy that has had a ton of success against the Penguins:
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Snipe show. Niskanen/Letang pairing there yikes. Also:
Douglas Murray goes to the Habs
Sorry, we enjoyed Douglas Murrary as a Penguins. But yea it didn't make sense do keep him. Nice signing for the Habs. [ Eye on the Prize ]
Video of the day
Best goal call ever?


OSWEGO, NY – The concert line-up is set for Harborfest 2011.
Barenaked Ladies, presented by Constellation Nuclear Energy Group, will be the featured headliner on July 29 on the NRG Lakeview Stage at Breitbeck Park with local favorite Frostbit Blue opening for the popular Canadian alternative rockers.
Frostbit Blue will take the stage beginning at 7:30 p.m. followed by Barenaked Ladies at 9:30 p.m.
Live music will be featured on three stages at three different venues in 2011.
Breitbeck Park will host the NRG Lakeview Stage, July 28-31.
The Riverwalk West Veteran’s Stage will feature live music July 29-31.
East Park will once again be home to the Labatt Blue Light Jazz & Blues Stage, July 29-31.
In addition to the live music, East Park will also feature the Novelis Family Park with great entertainment and programming for the entire family including the 2011 children’s musical, “The Pirates of Penzance.”
The Novelis Family Park will be open July 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and July 31 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Labatt Blue Light Jazz & Blues Stage will feature live jazz and blues on July 29 from 4 to 11 p.m., July 30 from 4 to 11:30 p.m. and July 31 from 4 to 9:30 p.m.
East Park will also feature the Harborfest Beer & Wine Garden that will be open during all the live jazz and blues music.
East Park will also host the annual Harborfest Senior’s Concert this year, featuring Fritz Polka Band and Jazz Kats Big Band, starting at noon on July 29.
“Our program and children’s committees have put together a great line up and variety of live music and programming for all ages,” said Harborfest executive director Tom Van Schaack. “People tend to take for granted that all the concerts, entertainment and programming are admission-free, which makes the support we receive from our sponsors all the more
The 2011 Harborfest Children’s Parade sponsored by Oswego Health will take place July 29 at 11 a.m.
The parade route will begin at West Park in Oswego, travel north on West Fifth Street to Lake Street and conclude at Breitbeck Park.
Pre-parade activities at West Park will begin at 10 a.m.
The Harborfest Midway will once again be a featured attraction at the festival and be located along Lake Street between West Second and Fourth streets.
The midway will feature spectacular rides, fun and games presented by Reithoffer Shows.
People can save $5 off unlimited ride tickets for Thursday, Friday and Sunday by picking up a coupon at participating businesses or at the Harborfest offices in the McCrobie Building on Lake Street.
For more information on Harborfest 2011 or to support the festival by becoming a Harborfest Business or Friend of the Festival Member, visit www.oswegoharborfest.com


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Last year, anti-social and threatening behaviour from some pupils worsened to the extent that the council was forced to call in the police to patrol the corridors of the Buccleuch Road school.
Education bosses also sent some unruly pupils to work in nearby primary schools as punishment and drafted in four new youth workers and a deputy headteacher to stem the tide of anti-social behaviour.
At a meeting of Scottish Borders Council’s executive today, Donna Manson, the authority’s outgoing service director for children and young people, told councillors that since then multi-agency meetings have taken place to explore the issue saying: “We’ve had our challenges, but I know there’s a difference now as I see these schools day by day.
“I was delighted to be at a meeting last night at Hawick High School and to see the progress that has been made there. I literally phoned home I was so pleased with the progress.
“I was delighted that we had a range of partners around the table at the meeting last night, and we were talking together, not just about what we are doing in the school but how we’re working in the community.
“Sitting with the head of the community action team, we were talking about what we need to do next and our whole holistic approach.
“There were social workers at the table and education workers at the table, and that’s what it’s all about – getting everybody around the table.”
Reacting to that news, Hawick and Hermitage councillor Watson McAteer said he was pleased to see progress being made at the school, adding: “I was reassured to hear the council’s service director for children and young people confirm that a positive multi-agency meeting has taken place at Hawick High School this week.
“This approach has been called for, and if recent exposure of the problems impacting on students, teachers and parents has been instrumental in bringing these key professionals together, then I believe we are taking a positive step in the right direction.
“It is only a very small number of pupils who are at the heart of the current problems, and this joint approach is the way to effectively tackle the disproportionate problems they cause.”

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The Peace Foundation
The Korean peninsula suffered a painful colonial occupation by Japan, which took over the peninsula by force. Then, Korea was divided into the North and South by the world's great powers after its liberation from the Japanese colonial rule. Millions lost their lives during the devastating Korean War. For over half a century, it has experienced much strife and conflict due to the ideological struggles of the Cold War antagonism.
The Peace Foundation seeks to play an active role in relieving and resolving such pain and conflict and establishing peace and unification on the Korean peninsula.
Objectives of the Peace Foundation
The Peace Foundation (the "Foundation") strives to achieve the establishment of peace on the Korean peninsula and unification of the two Koreas.
Firstly, the Foundation aims at establishing permanent peace, free of a war or a threat of a war, on the Korean peninsula by helping to overcome the crisis heightened by the North Korean nuclear issue and by helping to change the current unstable system that has lasted since the Armistice of 1953.
Secondly, it wishes to contribute to ending the 60-year division and achieving unification of the two Koreas by assisting the two sides to acknowledge and understand each other's system, by easing the pains caused by hostile confrontations of the past, and by adding the pursuit of common interests through cooperative exchanges.
Thirdly, the Peace Foundation hopes to contribute towards collaborative prosperity and harmony in East Asia by helping to ensure that peace and unification in the Korean peninsula will be helpful, not harmful, to neighboring countries in Northeast Asia.
As a non-governmental organization, the Foundation is impartial to any particular ideology, doctrine, or political party. It seeks to contribute towards building a peaceful society on the Korean peninsula by building a national consensus for peace and ending conflicts and structural violence.
The Peace Foundation was established in October 2004 by Ven. Pomnyun Sunim, a Buddhist monk and Zen master. The Foundation is the latest organization established under the leadership of Ven. Pomnyun Sunim, who is also the founding chairman of the Join Together Society, Good Friends, and Ecobuddha, which are all based in Seoul, Korea. Ven. Pomnyun Sunim is also the guiding Zen master of Jungto Society, a Buddhist community, which endeavors to develop a society of "Pure Mind, Good Friends, and Clean Land" through individual practice, building a happier community, and preserving the environment and nature.
The Foundation strives to achieve its objectives through three distinctive and yet interrelated activities: (a) research and analyses of policies concerning North Korea and the Korean peninsula (the "Peace Institute"); (b) educational programs; and (c) exchange of policy analyses and recommendations concerning North Korea among policy makers and experts in Korea, the U.S. and Japan.
The research and analyses work focus on ways to resolve North Korea's nuclear, human rights issues, and to study how best to prepare for the unification of the two Koreas, including specifics of the systematic approach to achieving unification and building a unified Korea. To that end, numerous colloquiums and experts' forums have been conducted since March 2006 with participation from scholars, researchers, lawyers, former and present high-ranking government officials and policy makers, as well as journalists. The research work is carried out primarily by Korean scholars who often collaborate with foreign experts.
Often the forums or similar events are co-organized with foreign embassies (such as those of the U.S. and Japan) and research institutes, with frequent funding support from the South Korean government and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation of Germany.
The educational programs are delivered under the title of the "Peace Academy" lectures, which consist of the Leadership Academy sessions, the Open Academy classes, and the Experts Lectures series. These activities aim at helping to educate the younger generation of Koreans who are interested in learning about the historical events and contexts, promoting peace and a just society, and exploring the intellectual and societal rationales for unification and its importance in promoting peace on the Korean peninsula.
Since 2007, the Foundation has been increasingly active in exchanging views, policy analyses and recommendations concerning North Korea among experts and policy makers in Korea, Japan, and the U.S. The Foundation has been broadening the network of researchers and policy makers in Japan and the U.S. in an effort to enhance the understanding of the differences in perspectives, the political contexts, and policy analyses and formulation relating to North Korea and to bridge the differences by providing forums for discussions and debates. Numerous workshops and discussion sessions have been conducted for this purpose in the U.S. and Japan, attended by government officials, members of the U.S. Congress, and research fellows and scholars from prominent think tanks and academia.
Since its inception in October 2004, the Foundation has organized and conducted over 30 forums, 140 colloquiums, 13 workshops, 8 symposiums, and countless number of lectures in Korea, Japan, and the U.S. The Foundation currently holds 3 to 5 such events every month.
Many policy analyses and recommendations are documented and published by the Foundation in both printed and web-based forms.


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The Brothers Bernstein—Scrum co-founder David and his brother, Bloomberg View pundit and political scientist Jonathan—joined WGBH News regulars Adam Reilly and Peter Kadzis to consider the state of the 2016 Election.
Trump’s still in full swing, Clinton’s under fire, and Biden might dive in. Let Peter Kadzis be your guide through the presidential race’s summer of disruption. Featuring pollster David Paleologos of Suffolk University, Joan Vennochi of The Boston Globe, and Politico’s Ben Schreckinger.
This week, The Scrum has Olympics fatigue. So host Peter Kadzis turns his eye to the national scene, and asks David Bernstein and WGBH contributor Mara Dolan: how on Earth are Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders doing so well in the polls in New Hampshire right now?


With Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods both out of action, Big E has set out to re-establish himself as a singles star on recent episodes of Friday Night SmackDown. The trio has made it clear both in interviews and on television that they're not splitting up, but retired wrestlers like Booker T and CM Punk have recently argued that they should break up.
"I think they think that was old after a period of time and then after you had that success in tag team you want to explore. You want to see if you could actually go out there and do in the singles ranks," Booker said in a recent episode of The Hall of Fame podcast. "Time is running out on Big E. Time is running out on Xavier. Xavier I forgot, he's done, he's finished. Big E still has some time left to go out there and cash his ticket. Go out there and stake his claim as far as his legacy and perhaps become the World Heavyweight Champion."
"Big E and New Day they've been rolling for like how long?" I agree with you [Booker] that he has to dump Woods and Kofi, kick those guys to the curb," Punk said during a SummerSlam watch party last week.
I love that people have enough passion about what's going on to want to talk about it. That's great, it keeps people's names in the zeitgeist. We've explained many times that, again, our friendship and bond is more important than anything else,The interesting thing about people saying things like this about E is, 'oh, well you said the same things about Kofi.' That worked out okay, I think. I think this is the vocal minority again, which is fine, everyone have your voice and use it the way you want, just don't be disrespectful to people. It's a situation where, to me, people want something different, right? And we've seen people make it to the top of the mountain using one specific toolbox. Now, there are people who are attempting to use a very different — keyword different — toolbox and then people want them to go back to the old tools. You're preaching that you want something different by telling someone to be the same as everyone else.
"Everyone has their opinion and everyone is entitled to it," he continued. "And no one's is right, no one's is wrong because we can't tell the future, we don't know. It's great that people talk about it and want something to happen because I want something to happen too. I want E to hold all the titles, I want Kofi to hold all the titles, I want to hold all the titles. And so the way that we get there, we're going to do it our own way."


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There are few things better than a cupcake and there are even fewer better than our very own Sugar Babe Cupcakes.
This sweet bakery was opened by the equally sweet Angela Malpedo. After graduating college and doing post-graduate work in an entirely different field, Angela opened Sugar Babe Cupcakes, saying she knew all along that this is what she really wanted to do (and we sure are happy about that!).
When you talk to Angela, you’ll instantly realize how much she loves her bakery and her cupcakes. We, of course, love them too. Her best-selling cupcake is the Serendipity, a chocolate cupcake with peanut butter filling topped wit chocolate frosting and a peanut butter cookie. Has the world ever seen a more decadent combination?
So, we have a passionate owner and phenomenal cupcakes – could it get any better? Yes! Every month, Angela donates a percentage of her profits to different charities. Recently, she’s donated to The Get In Touch Foundation, The Coco Foundation, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and The Leukemia/Lymphoma Society among others!
If you haven’t ordered anything from Sugar Babe Cupcakes, don’t wait any longer!


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They were married exactly one year after the US Supreme Court legalized gay marriage. They’d been waiting so long for that moment: to be legally wed and to share that special occasion with all their friends and families. Everything turned out beautifully, and they couldn’t have been happier. Now they keep this framed picture hanging over the fireplace in their living room so they can always remember how wonderful they felt on that day and how very happy they are to be married every single day since.
These are the kinds of images I sometimes use to help create the right description and mood for the settings in my stories. I like to pull out one or two very specific details to really help the reader feel connected to that place and the characters who live there.

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