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"Surfers Paradise"
Aloha! Welcome to Surfer's Paradise, where you'll be treated like one of the family. Hawaii has the most spectacular surfing on the planet Earth, and we'd like to share it with you. We have all different levels of surfing, from newbie locations to places that will wow even the most jaded surfer. Take a look at our finest offerings for the well-waxed.
Dead Man's Bluff: Known around the islands as the one to catch. Only breaks when the moon is full, but you'll stare in amazement. When you finally tackle it, you got a 50-50 chance.Long Cool One: One of the longest waves in the island. Get to the paddling channel from the end zone. Looks are deceiving so watch your head!Piece of Cake: Irony and surfing go hand in hand. With a tight rip, this is easily the biggest, baddest spot in the islands. Watch out for quick curls. This one takes some work, but the rewards are sweet.Gripper: Fast tube, you better hold on tight. Short and to the point.
Also check out:
Sunset Beach,
Oahu
Waimea Bay
South Shore, Oahu
Pipeline
If you're not dying to jump off Dead Man's Bluff, take heart. We also have great spots for the newbies (or less fool-hardy). To help you decipher the surf slang, novices, "wave" hello!
Crest
Highest point of the wave.
Trough
Lowest point of the wave.
Height
Vertical distance from the trough to the crest.
Wave length
Horizontal distance between two wave crests.
Period
The time for a wave crest to travel one wave length.
Besides helping you find the best surf locations, we sponsor the local surf-fest, where you can show off your new-found talents. The big prize is a $1000 shopping spree at our shop.
Sign up at
Big Kahuna Surf and Swim Shop
1134 Paradise Lane Hawaii, USA
Expected Conditions at the Big Kahuna Competition
East to southeast winds at 10-15 knots
Seas 2-4 feet
Partly cloudy with isolated showers
Water temperature at 76 degrees Fahrenheit
Fashion Week
A fashion week is a fashion industry event, lasting approximately one week, which allows fashion designers, brands or "houses" to display their latest collections in runway shows and buyers to take a look at the latest trends. Most importantly, it lets the industry know what's "in" and what's "out" for the season. The most prominent fashion weeks are held in the four fashion capitals of the world: London, Milan, Paris and New York City.
In the major fashion capitals, fashion weeks are semiannual events. January through April designers showcase their autumn and winter collections and September through November the spring/summer collections are shown. Fashion weeks must be held several months in advance of the season to allow the press and buyers a chance to preview fashion designs for the following season. This is also to allow time for retailers to arrange to purchase or incorporate the designers into their retail marketing. Latest innovations in dress designs are showcased by renowned fashion designers during these fashion weeks, and all these latest collections are covered in magazines like designerzcentral, vogue etc. New York City, London, Milan, and Paris each host a fashion week twice a year with New York kicking off each season and the other cities following in the aforementioned order.
season clothes. The inter-seasonal collections are Resort/Cruise (before Spring/Summer) and Pre-Fall (before Autumn/Winter). There is no fixed schedule for these shows in any of the major fashion capitals but they typically happen three months after the main season shows. Some designers show their inter-seasonal collections outside their home city. For example, Karl Lagerfeld has shown his Resort and Pre-Fall collections for Chanel in cities such as Moscow, Los Angeles and Monte Carlo instead of Paris. Many designers also put on presentations as opposed to traditional shows during Resort and Pre-Fall either to cut down costs or because they feel the clothes can be better understood in this medium.
Some fashion weeks can be genre-specific, such as a Miami Fashion Week (swimwear), Rio Summer (swimwear), Prêt-a-Porter (ready-to-wear) Fashion Week, Couture (one-of-a-kind designer original) Fashion Week and Bridal Fashion Week, while Portland (Oregon, USA) Fashion Week shows some eco-friendly designers.
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Meet our friendly staff
When you call our office in New York City, you will be connected to one of our experienced, helpful and friendly staff members.
This is Here and Back Travel. Our company works with all the major airlines, touring companies, hotel associations and other travel services to
ensure that you have every option for your travel plans. You are not restricted to just a few choices when we
plan your trip. We will find you the very best choice available.
Elaine is the President and CEO of Here and Back Travel. She has 20 years experience in the travel industry and has traveled extensively to research the hotels and restaurants we recommend.You may find her answering your phone calls or checking out a recommended hotel on Santorini.
Linda arranges all our organized tours to make traveling easy for those of you who like to have all the arrangements taken care of in advance. Linda is here to make your trip easy and restful so you can enjoy every minute.Tours for people with special needs such as handicap access or special dietary needs are Linda's favorite to set up, so let Linda know if you have any personal requirements.
Jason is our transportation expert and will set you up with the best transportation arrangements including airlines, trains, shuttles, ferries, and even car, motorcycle and bike rentals.In addition to making sure you have your schedule and all your tickets, Jason also provides help with baggage transfers so you luggage will be waiting when and where you need it.
Lin manages our local recommendations department. She researches the reputation of every local restaurant, store, hotel, spa or other business that we recommend to our customers. She listens to returning travelers comments on our recommended local businesses.You can expect to hear from Lin when you return from a trip you planned with us. She will want to know what you thought of the accomodations, food, and places that you visited.
Charlie is our do-it-all guy. He takes care of the business end of things. He maintains this web site. He's also experienced at helping people make travel plans and can step in to help when everyone else is busy.Even though Charlie is good with numbers, he's also an avid hiker and can help you find some great walking trails in all our destinations.
Australia's Culture
Immerse yourself in Australia’s Aboriginal experiences
Aboriginal people of Australia have a rich, living culture stretching back at least 50,000 years. Get a snapshot of the diverse experiences on offer when you immerse yourself in Aboriginal Australia. Discover places steeped in Aboriginal history in the Northern Territory. Visit Australia’s Red Centre and walk around the base of Uluṟu with an Aṉangu guide. Browse Aboriginal art in Alice Springs, where the Arrernte people have lived for 20,000 years. Learn about Dreamtime myths in the intricate rock art galleries of World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. Find the journeys which bring you closer to the world’s oldest culture. Drive the Red Centre Way to sacred sites such as Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa and Kings Canyon. Follow the South Australian Loop through the Flinders Ranges, where you can hear Adnyamathanha creation stories over the campfire. Drive the Savannah Way to Aboriginal rock art sites across Queensland, the Northern
Territory and Western Australia.
Australians believe in mateship and a ‘fair go’ and have a strong affection for the underdog or ‘battler’. These values stem from convicts and early colonialists who struggled against a harsh and unfamiliar land and often unjust authority. Australia’s most famous bushranger Ned Kelly protested against the poverty and injustice of a British class system shipped here along with the convicts. This flawed hero’s fight for 'justice and liberty' and 'innocent people' has been embraced as part of the national culture and inspired countless books and movies. On the goldfields of the mid-1850s, diggers were portrayed in stories and songs as romantic heroes, larrikins and villains who embraced democracy. The bloody 1854 Eureka Stockade, where Victorian miners rose up against an authoritarian licensing system, came to symbolise a triumph of social equality. Later, during World War I, the courageous ANZAC soldiers who served in Gallipoli gave new meaning to the term ‘tough Aussie’.
Australian English: speaking ‘Strine’
Australians have a unique colloquial language, coined ‘strine’ by linguist Alastair Morrison (imagine saying Australian with your teeth gritted to keep out the flies) in 1966. This combines many long lost cockney and Irish sayings of the early convicts with words from Aboriginal languages. We often abbreviate words and then add an ‘o’ or ‘ie’ on the end as in ‘bring your cossie to the barbie this arvo’. We also like reverse nicknames, calling people with red hair ‘bluey’, saying ‘snowy’ to someone with dark hair, and tagging ‘lofty’ to someone who is small in stature. We tend to flatten our vowels and end sentences with a slightly upward inflection.
Monday, October 24, 2012
Press Release
ZOOM AWAY
MOTOBIKE SHOP
Motorcycle Safety Day
Zoom Away is pleased to sponsor the third annual Motorcycle Safety Day!
The event is organized, managed and conducted by LIMO, the Long Island Motorcycle Organization. In past years the event has drawn more than 2,000 people of all ages. We expect this year to be even more successful.
Some of the activities that will be offered include workshops on road rules and etiquette, helmet fitting, and cycle maintenance.
Summer Sale
Our semi-annual sale event is just getting underway. Almost every item in the store has been marked down. Discounts range from 10% to 50% off regular sales prices.
Many floor models and samples are now being offered at near cost prices. If you've been thinking about upgrading, now's the time!
Upcoming Events
The fall is a great time to take to the roads and trails. The air is cooler, the sky is bluer, and the leaves are bright. Many area biking clubs and organizations are planning outings in and around the Island.
Zoom Away works closely with LIMO to plan events for all levels of riders. Two of the most popular trips are currently being planned for September and October.
On 9/30, join LIMO members on a day trip to Shelter Island. Then, on October 24th and 25th, an overnight trip out to Montauk Point. For more information LIMO, at 555-3344.
Raffle Update
Don't forget to fill out an entry form for our monthly raffle drawings. Prizes range from Zoom Away water bottles to a brand new bike!
Drawings are held on the 25th of every month, at 6 p.m. No purchase necessary. You do not have to be present to win.
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