PRCA Columbia River Circuit Finals Pro Rodeo at Deschutes County Fairground in Redmond, Oregon
November 12, 2011
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Monday, November 14, 2011
Cowgirls at the Rodeo!
Bull & Bronc Riding & Steer Roping
PRCA Columbia River Circuit Finals Pro Rodeo at Deschutes County Fairground in Redmond, Oregon
November 12, 2011
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PRCA Columbia River Circuit Finals Pro Rodeo at Deschutes County Fairground in Redmond, Oregon
November 12, 2011
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Monday, March 28, 2011
Christening of a Super Ship - Uniworld's S.S. Antoinette
~ Uniworld Christens New Super Ship Antoinette ~
The Most Luxurious River Cruise Ship in the World
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection christened its new Super Ship S.S. Antoinette, in an inauguration ceremony at the Port of Amsterdam, the Netherlands on March 19, 2011. Attending the intimate ceremony were travel agency owners, local dignitaries, journalists from around the world, and three generations of the Tollman Family (who own and operate Uniworld and its sister companies within the Travel Corporation umbrella) and their friends.
The ceremony opened with Guy Young, President of Uniworld, who welcomed guests and introduced key note speakers: Antoinette Tollman, godmother, namesake, designer, and visionary of the S.S. Antoinette; Patrick Jansen, owner of the shipyard De Hoop where the S.S. Antoinette was built; Janine van Oosten, Chief Harbormaster from the Port of Amsterdam; and Stefan Diender, Chief Executive of Amsterdam Tourism and Convention Board.
Addressing the guests, Young said, “2011 is Uniworld’s most ambitious year to date. We are introducing three new ships: The River Victoria in Russia, the Douro Spirit in Portugal and, of course, the reason we are all here today, the S.S. Antoinette. Additionally, we have rebuilt and remodeled three other ships in Europe. All of these ships reflect the authentic boutique style that has become the hallmark of the Uniworld fleet.”
Paying testimony to owners Mr. Stanley and Mrs. Beatrice Tollman, Young added, “Mr. and Mrs. Tollman bring with them a wealth of experience and a deep rooted history and understanding of the hospitality industry and what it takes to run a luxury boutique operation. Mrs. Tollman in particular, as President and Founder of Red Carnation Hotels, has been instrumental in helping Uniworld achieve the high positioning that we enjoy today. Having passionately and successfully built a collection of five-star luxury boutique hotels and the knowledge that she has acquired have all been hugely important in helping Uniworld establish itself as the leader in luxury river cruising.”
Godmother and namesake of the S.S. Antoinette, Mrs. Antoinette Tollman explained, “The S.S Antoinette has been a true labor of love. It's easy to say you're a five-star boutique cruise line, but it's not easy to deliver it. The S.S. Antoinette is bigger, better, and more luxurious than anything else. And what makes Uniworld different begins with my mother, Beatrice Tollman, who was the inspiration for the décor and the namesake of Uniworld's 2009 launch, River Beatrice, and her commitment to each and every one of us."
Patrick Jansen, owner of De Hoop, a company that has been building ships for over 120 years, stated, “The S.S. Antoinette is a highly customized vessel, more so than any other vessel, and we have used new techniques to optimize it and to make sure that it really is the next generation of vessels for the luxury cruise market. The S.S. Antoinette has impressive green credentials as well with a waste-management system consisting of a food macerator and tank, and glass-crushing and compactor machines. Further, she is powered by a newly developed noise and vibration reduction feature consisting of double-resilient mounted frames for the engine and thruster. And she is designed for the highest degree of safety - beyond existing rules and regulations.”
Janine van Oosten, Chief Harbormaster from the Port of Amsterdam, presented the Captain of the Ship with a traditional plaque and announced, “We are very honored that Uniworld has chosen our port for the inauguration of the S.S. Antoinette. This ship is proof of the new image and era of river cruising.”
Against the backdrop of blue sky and sunshine, Stefan Diender, Chief Executive of Amsterdam Tourism and Convention Board, announced that spring had come two days early in Amsterdam with the launch of the S.S. Antoinette and added, “Uniworld is setting the standard amongst river cruise operators.”
The christening concluded with the customary smashing of a Champagne bottle against the hull. Once the official ceremony was over, the 26-piece Amsterdam Brass entertained guests with such tunes as "Moon River" and the "Love Boat" during a champagne reception onboard, before the ship set sail for the first time across the Ÿssellake Lake to the historic port town, Hoorn, where it docked for the night.
The S.S. Antoinette will set sail from March 27, 2011, through November 13, 2011, on Uniworld’s popular “Castles along the Rhine” Itinerary from Basel to Amsterdam for eight days.
"There is no doubt in my mind that S.S. Antoinette is the most spectacular river cruise ship in Europe. We are very fortunate to have owners who are so invested, personally and financially, in making Uniworld the very best river cruise company," added Young.
For more information please contact your preferred Travel Professional, or call Uniworld at(800) 733-7820 or visit uniworld.com.
The Most Luxurious River Cruise Ship in the World
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection christened its new Super Ship S.S. Antoinette, in an inauguration ceremony at the Port of Amsterdam, the Netherlands on March 19, 2011. Attending the intimate ceremony were travel agency owners, local dignitaries, journalists from around the world, and three generations of the Tollman Family (who own and operate Uniworld and its sister companies within the Travel Corporation umbrella) and their friends.
The ceremony opened with Guy Young, President of Uniworld, who welcomed guests and introduced key note speakers: Antoinette Tollman, godmother, namesake, designer, and visionary of the S.S. Antoinette; Patrick Jansen, owner of the shipyard De Hoop where the S.S. Antoinette was built; Janine van Oosten, Chief Harbormaster from the Port of Amsterdam; and Stefan Diender, Chief Executive of Amsterdam Tourism and Convention Board.
Addressing the guests, Young said, “2011 is Uniworld’s most ambitious year to date. We are introducing three new ships: The River Victoria in Russia, the Douro Spirit in Portugal and, of course, the reason we are all here today, the S.S. Antoinette. Additionally, we have rebuilt and remodeled three other ships in Europe. All of these ships reflect the authentic boutique style that has become the hallmark of the Uniworld fleet.”
Paying testimony to owners Mr. Stanley and Mrs. Beatrice Tollman, Young added, “Mr. and Mrs. Tollman bring with them a wealth of experience and a deep rooted history and understanding of the hospitality industry and what it takes to run a luxury boutique operation. Mrs. Tollman in particular, as President and Founder of Red Carnation Hotels, has been instrumental in helping Uniworld achieve the high positioning that we enjoy today. Having passionately and successfully built a collection of five-star luxury boutique hotels and the knowledge that she has acquired have all been hugely important in helping Uniworld establish itself as the leader in luxury river cruising.”
Godmother and namesake of the S.S. Antoinette, Mrs. Antoinette Tollman explained, “The S.S Antoinette has been a true labor of love. It's easy to say you're a five-star boutique cruise line, but it's not easy to deliver it. The S.S. Antoinette is bigger, better, and more luxurious than anything else. And what makes Uniworld different begins with my mother, Beatrice Tollman, who was the inspiration for the décor and the namesake of Uniworld's 2009 launch, River Beatrice, and her commitment to each and every one of us."
Patrick Jansen, owner of De Hoop, a company that has been building ships for over 120 years, stated, “The S.S. Antoinette is a highly customized vessel, more so than any other vessel, and we have used new techniques to optimize it and to make sure that it really is the next generation of vessels for the luxury cruise market. The S.S. Antoinette has impressive green credentials as well with a waste-management system consisting of a food macerator and tank, and glass-crushing and compactor machines. Further, she is powered by a newly developed noise and vibration reduction feature consisting of double-resilient mounted frames for the engine and thruster. And she is designed for the highest degree of safety - beyond existing rules and regulations.”
Janine van Oosten, Chief Harbormaster from the Port of Amsterdam, presented the Captain of the Ship with a traditional plaque and announced, “We are very honored that Uniworld has chosen our port for the inauguration of the S.S. Antoinette. This ship is proof of the new image and era of river cruising.”
Against the backdrop of blue sky and sunshine, Stefan Diender, Chief Executive of Amsterdam Tourism and Convention Board, announced that spring had come two days early in Amsterdam with the launch of the S.S. Antoinette and added, “Uniworld is setting the standard amongst river cruise operators.”
The christening concluded with the customary smashing of a Champagne bottle against the hull. Once the official ceremony was over, the 26-piece Amsterdam Brass entertained guests with such tunes as "Moon River" and the "Love Boat" during a champagne reception onboard, before the ship set sail for the first time across the Ÿssellake Lake to the historic port town, Hoorn, where it docked for the night.
The S.S. Antoinette will set sail from March 27, 2011, through November 13, 2011, on Uniworld’s popular “Castles along the Rhine” Itinerary from Basel to Amsterdam for eight days.
"There is no doubt in my mind that S.S. Antoinette is the most spectacular river cruise ship in Europe. We are very fortunate to have owners who are so invested, personally and financially, in making Uniworld the very best river cruise company," added Young.
For more information please contact your preferred Travel Professional, or call Uniworld at(800) 733-7820 or visit uniworld.com.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
WAVEJourney's Top 13 Digs ~ Lodging Picks for 2010
WAVE Journey's Top 13 Digs ~ Lodging Picks for 2010
Happy Travels!
Viv and Jill
AKA: WJ
www.wavejourney.com
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
WAVE Journey November Travel Tips Newsletter!
Did you receive your free copy of WAVEJourney.com's November Travel Tips Newsletter?
Read it here and sign-up for future monthly issues:
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/WAVEJourney-com-November-Travel-Tips.html?soid=1101204092590&aid=KbVSG0fdD7w
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Happy Travels!
Viv and Jill
AKA: WJ
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
We Would Rather Dine on Guinness Stew!
WJ brings you a new recipe - Guinness Irish Stew
Simple and delicious, this is the perfect comfort food for a cold winters day.
Guinness Irish Stew - Serves: 4
You will need:
2lb lean stewing beef - slightly marbled is OK - cut into 2" cubes
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons flour
pinch paprika or cayenne
pinch of salt
pinch of freshly ground black pepper
1 large white onion - diced
2 large garlic cloves - minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
14 oz Guinness = 1 can
3 large carrots - sliced 1/2" thick
2 large potatoes - diced 1" thick
sprig fresh thyme
sprig fresh rosemary
Directions:
Toss beef cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, to coat.
In a small bowl, mix flour, paprika, salt & pepper. Add dry ingredients to beef and toss to coat.
Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil on high in a large skillet or Dutch oven and brown beef on all sides.
Add onions, garlic and tomato paste to Dutch oven with beef and cover for 5 minutes on low heat.
Remove all ingredients from Dutch oven, then add 1/2 of the Guinness and turn heat to high.
Bring Guinness to a boil and scrape up browned pieces from bottom of Dutch oven - this adds to the flavor.
Return meat, onions and juices to the Dutch oven and add remainder of Guinness, carrots, potatoes, thyme and rosemary.
Bring to a boil on the stovetop.
Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 2.5-3 hours - or, put Dutch oven in a 300 F oven for 2-3 hours.
Meat should be fork tender when completely cooked.
Serve with Irish soda bread for a completely mouth-watering meal.
View more WJ recipes:
http://www.wavejourney.com/recipesindex.html
Enjoy!
Viv and Jill
AKA: WJ
Thursday, November 18, 2010
WJ Reviews Apple iPod Touch 32 GB - 4th Generation
WJ tests Apple iPod Touch 4th Generation - 32GB
Apple's Description:
iPod Touch 4th Generation
iPod touch has an all-new design that makes it the thinnest, lightest, most amazing iPod touch ever. Holding one is all the proof you need. With its curved design, iPod touch is now a mere 7.2 millimeters thin. Its engineered glass front and stainless steel back feel sleek and smooth in your hand. Turn it on, and you're instantly blown away by the brilliant Retina display. iPod touch is the perfect combination of stunning design and revolutionary technology — brilliant from the outside in.
WJ's Review:
The iPod Touch has revolutionized the way we stay connected to the world!
Yes, we use this for business - after all, travel is our biz - but, anyone that wants a mini-computer/camera/video/game player/voice recorder/etc... in their pocket at all times, that is ready to go with the push of a button, needs one of these.
We've been attached to this gadget since the moment we purchased it and can't imagine going anywhere without it in the future. On the last couple of business trips we took, the laptop stayed behind and the iPod Touch was our only method of staying in contact with email, skype, uploading photos and video to Flickr, Facebook and Twitter. It also provided endless hours of entertainment in airports, train stations, on buses and during down times.
It's amazing how many places now have free WIFI available, and that enables us to quickly post to social media and do all the other things we'd typically do with a laptop - except, the iPod Touch fits in the palm of our hand and only weighs about 4 ounces. Our recent trip to Ireland saw us post over 50 photos and videos in real time - everywhere from pubs to museums to restaurants had WIFI available for free use and therefore we were uploading to the web as things happened.
Continue reading this review:
http://www.wavejourney.com/ipodtouch.html
Read more WJ product and gear reviews:
http://www.wavejourney.com/products.html
Happy Travels!
Viv and Jill
AKA: WJ
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Win a FREE Trip to the PCA in the Bahamas!
Win a FREE Trip to the PCA in the Bahamas! - Exclusive for WAVEJourney Women Poker Members
WAVEJourney.com is offering a chance for its readers to win a free trip to the Bahamas to participate in the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure. Its a hot prize package worth $3480 and one lucky female will win it absolutely FREE!
The 2011 Pokerstars Caribbean Adventure is on its way, and you can qualify now! It’s set to be a full festival of poker once again, with tons of side events held at the luxurious Atlantis Resort and Casino in The Bahamas. Last year’s Main Event winner walked away with $2,200,000, and now you can be next. Satellites are running now, giving you the chance to win a prize package worth over $15,000!
The PCA is an annual PokerStars event that takes place January 7-16, 2011, at the world-famous Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island in The Bahamas. This year’s event is a true festival of poker with over 45 poker tournaments spread over 10 days, with millions of dollars up for grabs. The 2010 PCA saw the launch of the $1K Ladies Event, which attracted 91 entries and a prize pool of $88,270, and was won by Vanessa Rousso.
WAVEJourney will be hosting a free ladies tournament with PokerStars on December 12 at 4pm PST.
To take part, you must register with WAVEJourney - we need your full name, email address and PokerStars user ID.
If you don't yet have a PokerStars account, its free to open one. Click here to open PokerStars account - http://www.pokerstars.com/sites/women/
Register for this event now - Contact Jill for more information and to register for the WAVEJourney tournament on PokerStars.
Date: Sunday December 12, 2010 at 4pm PST.
Email: wavejourneypoker (at) yahoo (dot) com
Include: Your name, email address, PokerStars User ID
Shuffle up and deal...
Cheers!
Viv and Jill
AKA: WJ
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
WAVEJourney.com's Brendan Vacations Ireland Movie
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In October, WAVEJourney toured Ireland with Brendan Vacations on a preview tour of their 2011 Small Group Discovery Tour of Ireland. This is a terrific way to see the countryside, experience the deluxe hospitality of this super-friendly country and all in the comfort of a luxury motorcoach with a local Irish driver/tour guide. What a great way to travel!
Brendan Vacations:
http://www.brendanvacations.com/Default.aspx
Brendan Vacations Ireland Tours:
http://www.brendanvacations.com/TourSearchResults.aspx?255550
Discover Ireland:
http://www.discoverireland.com/int/
View more WJ videos:
http://www.wavejourney.com/videos.html
Happy Travels!
Viv and Jill
AKA: WJ
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