Winter Park - Winter Wonderland

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Winter Park - Winter Wonderland
Author: Blizzard Internet
As the 2005-2006 ski season unfolds it appears to be heading for the record books. The snowfall across Colorado has come in welcome piles of powder throughout November and December. Revenue and smiles are up as visitors pour into Rocky Mountain winter wonderland. Next up, breaking the season barrier of 12 million skier visits.

Winter Park Ski Resort announced that 2005-2006 could become its best season yet. Winter Park, with its close proximity to Denver, its ski train (www.skitrain.com), and a small town charm is a local's favorite. Accommodations in the surrounding area are plentiful, but for a quaint and charming retreat, a rental cabin or condo with fireplace is the perfect choice for a snowy mountain escape. Vacations Inc (www.vacationsinc.com) specializes in both large and small vacation rentals for Winter Park and The Fraser Valley.

Winter Park has justifiably gained a reputation for world class skiing and snowboarding, but many vacationers are now in search of unique activities to add to the traditional fare of downhilling. In order to achieve a more rounded winter vacation experience, the valley has evolved to offer a host of outdoor winter activities both for the skier and non skier alike.

Winter Park Ski Resort is 3000 acres of greens, blues, and blacks, both groomed and knee deep in the white stuff. Winter Park is one of Colorado's premier resorts and is most easily accessible from Denver and the airport. Cross country skiing is also popular in Winter Park with over 260 kilometers of groomed trails. The Fraser Valley offers a wide variety of choices for skating, classic or venturing off the track.

Numerous companies throughout the valley specialize in snowmobile rentals and provide maps, grooming information, and guided tours. The snowmobile tour offered by Grand Adventures (www.grandadventures.com), which aside from being an exhilarating ride to the top of the Continental Divide and back, follows the historic "Moffat" railroad route that trains had to use up until 78 years ago when the tunnel through the mountains was completed.

Sleigh rides are a romantic way to enjoy a starlit evening in Fraser Valley. For the animal lover, Dog Sled Rides offer a thrilling journey through Winter Park's beautiful backcountry. Snow tubing is an exhilarating ride down the slopes and is a wonderful activity for both kids and adults alike.

After a long day in the cold, hot mineral baths are great for getting rid of a chill. Located about 30 minutes from Winter Park, the hot mineral pools and baths once used by the Ute Indians for their healing powers are newly renovated. Brian Lence, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Vacations Inc described the pools as the "ultimate unique experience… imagine yourself relaxing in a 112°natural mineral pool, looking out across the Grand County snow-laden vistas of rivers, meadows and mountains, and right in front of you along comes a coal train or the Amtrak California Zephyr to provide the sound effects. It doesn't get more unique than that!"

For those who prefer to remain indoors, Winter Park offers quaint shops of all types and numerous dining locales, both fine and not-so-fine. Also, the ski train provides an escape to the city lights of Denver's downtown for the urban minded.

This season is breaking snowfall records. Winter Park, Colorado's winter wonderland is your escape. Come enjoy the powder.

Visit www.vacationsinc.com for Winter Park activities and vacation rental information.

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Vacationing in Anchorage Alaska

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Vacationing in Anchorage, Alaska
Author: mansi gupta
For all those who desire to bask in the glory of nature along with an adventurous vacation, anchorage in Alaska is just the ideal destination. Bordered by snow-capped mountains Anchorage is one place that is the home for four seasons that offer pleasant atmosphere. These seasons make enable the residents as well as the visitors enjoy their work. Mother nature has bestowed the place with almost everything possible. From huge water bodies and glaciers to seals, whales and sea bears Anchorage has it all.

To know about the tradition and culture of Anchorage, Alaska, make a visit to the Alaska Native Heritage Center. At the outdoor area of the center there are five traditional permanent village exhibits and a talking circle where traditional games are paraded. While in the indoor visitors are entertained with a short introductory film about the Native cultures. There are also various educational performances such as dancing, singing, storytelling etc. Also worth visiting is the Anchorage museum of history and art that is located quite close to the heritage center. The museum displays more than 20,000 archaic pieces that have great historical significance. The Alaska Zoo is a definite pull of Anchorage, Alaska. The zoo has different species of polar bear, Arctic fox, reindeer, lynx etc. In order to confront ferocious grizzlies, bison's, musk ox and other wildlife Alaska Wildlife Conservation is just the right place. The Chugach National Park in the northeast area of Alaska is famous for hiking and wild animals such as wolves and bears. Other places worth visiting are the Elmendorf State Hatchery and Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge.

People from all over the world take keen interest in being a part of the celebrations in Anchorage, Alaska. For instance the month of January is swarming with people because of the Annual Anchorage Folk Festival, February is recognized for Ski for Women and Anchorage Fur Rendezvous events.

Anchorage, Alaska is a place for people of all ages. The place offers a plethora of activities for instance the Nordic Skiing, Alpine Skiing, Snowmobile etc. Besides these fishing, river rafting, canoeing, kayaking, sail boarding, sailing and other motorized water sports can be relished here at ease. Along with these the H20asis Water park that lies in the southeast of Anchorage and includes a 43-foot high water coaster is a round the year pull of this place. Also people frequently visit anchorage because of the numerous sports events held here. Baseball, basketball and hockey are the most cherished sports here.

The nightlife of anchorage is quite thrilling and enjoyable. There are many bars and dinner theatres here. The Rumrunner's Old Towne Bar & Grill downtown located at the corner of 4th and E Street are eminent night-out joints. Also known is the Fly By Night Club, a non-typical dinner theater that features non-politically correct political humor.

Another wonderful feature of Alaska is that luxury as well as budget travelers can have a gala time here. The accommodation and lodging of all sorts is readily available. Besides this camping can also be conveniently done at this place.

Article Source : http://www.articledashboard.com

Mansi gupta writes about vacationing in anchorage. Learn more at www.escapetoanchorage.com

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Utility Trailers Different Types And Uses

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Utility Trailers: Different Types And Uses
Author: Olga Sen
Are you planning a long haul trip or moving house with your family to another city? And are you a bit worried about the management of your furniture and possessions? How will you carry items like beds, cupboards, your play station, clothes, and all the other things? How would you manage? Well the answer is simple, get yourself a utility trailer.

A utility trailer is an engine-less and a motor-less trailer used to carry items. It is pulled by a powered vehicle with engine. It might be your car or might be a truck. . Utility trailers are used all over the world for transportation of heavy goods for long distances. Trailers can carry large number of goods at a time. Utility trailers are used for transporting almost anything. They can be used as bike trailers, car trailers, truck trailers or snowmobile trailers. Let's discuss some aspects of utility trailers here.

Types of Utility trailers
Utility trailers are basically available as enclosed and open utility trailers. Open utility trailers are the one which do not provide coverage to the cargo from external elements. If weather is not a problem for you, buying an open utility trailer would be a wise and economical choice. These open trailers usually range from about $900 to $2500.

You can buy a utility trailer if you are planning to start a small landscaping business. You can carry your essential equipments quite easily in this trailer. Open utility trailers are also lighter as compared to enclosed trailers. On the other hand enclosed utility trailers provide security to your cargo. They combine essential features of weather protection and theft protection. These trailers are lockable to give your cargo maximum protection. These trailers cost around $1600-$5000. There are several other types of utility trailers available to you.

Boat Trailers
Small Box Trailers
Flat Bed Trailers
Stock Trailers
Van Trailers
Semi Trailers– if pulled by a power unit of less than 26,000 GVW
Pole Trailers– if pulled by a power unit of less than 26,000 GVW
Horse Trailers

Utility trailers are made, keeping in mind some basic things like strength, towing stability, versatility and flexibility. By versatility of a utility trailer we mean that it should be able to accommodate various load equipments like snowmobile, automobiles and much more. By flexibility we mean that it should be adjustable to varying hauling requirements. Basically a trailer should have enough strength and durability to carry the requisite amount of load which is required, without too many hassles.

Utility Trailer- sizes and elements
Utility trailers are available in different sizes and shapes as per your needs. The sizes of utility trailers vary extensively such as 5 x 8/10, 5.3 x 8, 6.4 x 16 and many more. Manufacturers from all over the world make 5x 10 utility trailers for general usage.

The size of the trailer bed is 5 ft. x 8/10 ft long. Maximum capacities of trailer beds vary. A general capacity of a 5 x 10 utility trailer is 3500 pounds. The capacities of trailers vary as they differ in size. It could go up to 24,000 pounds. This weight is inclusive of the trailer weight.

Utility trailers are made up of steel or aluminum. They have a floating axle, which allows them to adjust to different load requirements. It also contains a long tongue for vehicle maneuverability and spacing. A utility trailer also includes heavy-duty spring suspensions, wheels, tires, safety chain and side lighting. A utility trailer has an essential back bumper. Trailer brakes form an essential part of utility trailers. Though the usage of a trailer is dependent on load and the tow vehicle, still they make a considerable part of utility trailers. Trailer lights, rear lights and running lights are also an important component of utility trailers.

Before Buying a Utility Trailer
Buying a utility trailer certainly fulfills your needs, but what exactly is your need. The first thing before buying a utility trailer is discovering your need— why you want to buy it.

You should consider the type of braking system you want for your utility trailer. You can choose from the electric braking and surge braking.

You should carefully check the trailer for bolts. If a trailer is joined by a good number of bolts, you should not consider buying it; instead consider buying a trailer which is welded together.

Further ask a lot of question on various aspects of utility trailers from the dealer. Clarify any concerns with your dealer to ensure that you are buying the right trailer for you. And enjoy hassle-free load transportation.

Article Source : http://www.articledashboard.com

Olga Sen writes articles on a number of different topics. For more information on Trailers please visit www.trailers-guide.com/ and for additional Trailer articles please visit the following article page www.trailers-guide.com/trailers-articles/

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The Ice Hotel Is an Ice Hotel the Ultimate in Co

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The Ice Hotel – Is an Ice Hotel the Ultimate in Cool Destinations?
Author: Gary Hill

The demand for a stay in an ice hotel has never been greater. The first hotel made of ice opened in Jukkasjarvi, a Lapland town in the north of Sweden, in1990. The Ice Hotel concept has gripped the world's imagination since then.

Sweden remains the world's main venue for buildings made of ice. By exploring Sweden you might expect to find ice galleries, ice restaurants and ice bars as well as the ice hotels. But Sweden is not alone - the other Scandinavian countries have launched their own versions of the Ice Hotel concept. Even Alaska and upstate Quebec in Canada have built an ice hotel in the last few years.

The real adventure of an ice hotel is in staying overnight but many visitors simply arrive for the day to dine in the restaurant or to drink in an Ice Bar. There is nothing quite so warming as a shot of pure vodka served from a glass made entirely of ice.

If your hands are not too numb at the time then you can "tie the knot" in the coolest manner imaginable. Ice hotel weddings have become so popular that the Scandinavian ice hotels can't keep up with the demand. The original ice hotel in Sweden is only in existence for around four months each year before it (quite literally) melts away to nothing but it's remarkably busy during its short season. Fifteen thousand guests stayed last year and this year's Ice Hotel has eighty-eight bedrooms - thirty of them specially decorated suites created by local ice artists.

All of the ice hotels offer daytime activities and excursions such as ice-carving classes, snowmobile excursions, reindeer rides and dog sledging. The original Ice Hotel in Sweden also has a four hundred-seat theatre where guests can enjoy rock music, opera and other theatrical performances in the evenings. You can purchase Ice Hotel souvenirs and merchandise in the Ice Hotel shop and the concept has spread beyond Sweden. The original Ice Hotel company now run two permanent Ice Bars where the cool citizens of Milan and Stockholm can gather for an evening of "chilling."

If you're planning a visit to an Ice Hotel then follow these top tips on how to sleep well when the temperature in your bedroom never rises above minus five degrees.

Try to take part in an evening activity so that you're already tired when you go to bed.

Avoid the obvious temptation and don't drink too much - getting up to the toilet in the middle of the night is not much fun when it's minus five degrees in your bedroom!

Do make sure that your sleeping bag fits you snugly and wear socks, thermal underwear and a woolly hat in bed. Sexy it ain't! But definitely essential to a comfortable night.

Whatever happens you're sure to have a unique experience and are not likely to quickly forget the night you spent in an Ice Hotel.

Gary Hill is a travel writer based near Edinburgh in Scotland. He thinks his own bedroom is more than cold enough at times but the Ice Hotel concept seems to attract many thousands each year!

You can read more about the http://www.vacation2europe.com/ice-hotel.html " Ice Hotel and how to book a stay on Gary's website. The website also contains great tips and ideas for planning all manner of http://www.vacation2europe.com " European Vacation breaks. Let Europe fuel your vacation dreams - check it out today.

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Snowmobile safety
Author: Rita Hutner
Snowmobile Helmets help.Following is an article by the staff of the Canadian publication SmartRisk and highlights the dangers associated with snowmobiling—a sport that is popular not only in Canada, but also in the U.S."

Snowmobiling remains popular for Canadians seeking a fun recreational activity, or a versatile mode of winter transportation. But it also continues to top the list of winter's most lethal sports.The same is true in the U.S.

According to a study released in 2003 by the Canadian Institute for Health Information, 16% of severe sports and recreational injuries in Canada in 2000/2001 involved snowmobiles. That ranks second only to cycling (18%).

Most of those injured on snowmobiles were men in their early 30s. And of the 92 people admitted to hospital with snowmobile injuries, fully one quarter had drunk alcohol or taken drugs before heading out into the snow. Also, many were not wearing snowmobile helmets.

"The risk of serious injury can be significantly reduced by not consuming alcohol prior to snowmobiling, or prior to participating in any winter sports," says Dr. Robert Conn, President and CEO of SMARTRISK. "People need to realize that by riding a snowmobile without a helmet or after they have been drinking, they are taking a huge risk which can have tragic consequences."

Snowmobile help is readily available in Canada and the U.S. at sports centers and online. Use your browser to find online sources or snowmobile helmets; a click of your mouse could make the difference between having fun and having no life at all.

Check snowmobile parts.The working condition of your snowmobile is of utmost importance. There are now online sites where you can purchase snowmobile parts to maintain your machine in tip top condition.

A malfunctioning part cannot only ruin your snowmobile, but it can cause a serious and sometimes fatal accident. It is important to note that any sport or recreation that involves complicated machinery (such as a snowmobile or a motorcycle) requires constant vigilance to maintain that machine in good and safe running order.

Article Source : http://www.articledashboard.com

Rita Hutner is a copywriter for Catalogs.com. Catalogs.com is the Internet's leading source for print and online catalog shopping – and a growing hub of original content and "how to" information at www.catalogs.com

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