Basic Training Adult Boot Camp

Asheville, NC (PRWEB) April 25, 2012

WellBalance, a leading health organization that runs adolescent weight loss summer camps & community outreach programs, has announced the opening of WellBalance Basic Training, a two-week intensive weight loss management program for adults aged 20-29. The food and fitness weight loss boot camp was designed by famous TV fit coach John Taylor.

With the motto, “This ain’t no weight loss spa,” WellBalance Basic Training will offer guests a variety of challenging physical activities that include mixed martial arts classes, resistance training, group exercise, 5k race training, aquatic-based exercises, and popular physical challenge events that include the Pan-Mass Challenge bicycle race and the Spartan Race obstacle course. Plus, guests will undergo a diet weight loss plan that includes nutrition and culinary lessons and health coaching for continued success.

WellBalance Basic Training adult weight loss boot camp will be led by renowned fitness coach John Taylor who has been seen on Good Morning America, The Rachel Ray Show, The BBC, and cable television shows.

“This provided me the opportunity to design a program that will help adults make a positive change that can impact the rest of their lives,” said John Taylor, who also serves as WellBalance’s Vice President of Programs. “Basic Training gives adults the education and hands-on practice needed to enhance their culinary and fitness knowledge base while gaining the confidence necessary to be successful in their wellness-related pursuits.”

As part of the WellBalance approach to healthy living, Basic Training will offer guests daily culinary classes, multiple physical activity challenges per day, and group health coaching sessions throughout their stay. Guests will also receive individual fitness, nutrition, and health coaching consultations and assessments to help identify their wellness-related goals and to develop strategies to help guests meet their healthy living objectives.

“Our small weight loss boot camp is designed specifically for those late in college or early into their careers who are struggling to eat healthy or find time to work out,” said Taylor. “The opportunity to have immediate success, gain support from others, and develop skills in an intensive environment will offer our guests the opportunity for lasting change.”

After their 1 or 2 week stay, WellBalance Basic Training guests will be invited to participate in the free Support for Home program, a set of tools that will allow guests to monitor their daily physical activity levels and nutritional intake over a password encrypted website. Furthermore, guests will continue to receive WellBalance’s fitness and health curriculum for one year after their departure for no additional cost. WellBalance aims for all of their guests to participate in Support for Home and hopes that all their clientele will utilize the various facets of the program to help them lead happier, healthier lives.

The adult weight management program will be held on the campus of Massachusetts Maritime Academy in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and will run from July 29-August 11. Visit http://www.WellBalanceBasicTraining.com or contact (866) 801-4387 for more information.

WellBalance designed the ME Plan to Motivate & Educate on what medical research shows works for sustainable fitness, weight loss, and health success. Founded by professionals and guided by experts who have led some of the largest behavioral health, mental health, and treatment programs in the country, WellBalance is working to become the fitness and weight loss leader with a focus on improving an individual’s overall health. WellBalance developed the WellBalance Health Score© to rate a person’s overall medical, emotional, and fitness health status as well as show a person’s progress towards health norms. WellBalance operates adolescent summer camps, local programs, and fitness programs for adults. For additional information please visit http://www.wellbalance.com or call (800) 975-0435.

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Santa Clarita, Calif. (PRWEB) March 27, 2012

Princess Cruises has revealed story #13 on its blog “Inspired to Cruise,” featuring a family who went on a cruise to learn more about their genealogy, record family stories and spend quality time together.

In the story, “Discovering My Family Tree at Sea” found at http://www.InspiredtoCruise.com, Barbara Carpenter of San Diego, Calif., tells how she convinced her parents to go on a cruise and used the time together to ask them more about their early lives and to write down many of the remembrances and unique family stories they recalled.

Each week during 2012 the blog will feature a new reason to cruise, gradually sharing a total of 52 inspiring passenger stories about what compelled them to take a cruise vacation.

The blog also showcases a short “Escape Inspiration” video about a favorite moment at sea. This week’s video, introduced by Paul Genner, casino manager on Star Princess, features a winning moment at the craps table.

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company’s website at http://www.princess.com.

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About Princess Cruises:

One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise and tour company operating a fleet of 16 modern ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided in an environment of exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess carries 1.3 million passengers each year to destinations around the globe ranging in length from seven to 107 days. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).

Find us:

Blog: InspiredToCruise.com

Facebook: facebook.com/PrincessCruises

Twitter: twitter.com/PrincessCruises

YouTube: youtube.com/princesscruises

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For further information contact:

Karen Candy, kcandy(at)princesscruises(dot)com, 661-753-1540

Julie Benson, jbenson(at)princesscruises(dot)com, 661-753-1530

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In online poker games I can enjoy and explore my ability in control strategy, online poker games has many gaming companies like Facebook or another social media. But one thing that I could not forget is about online poker tournament, in that tournament I could show up my ability in gambling. In first step I faced a person who wearing blue eye like ghost that makes me scare enough but I could lose him well. In second step I faced beautifull girl named Sandra angel Miranda maicing, I felt hard in facing her because she was so confusing me like compete in strategies but finally I could defeat her in that challenge. And then I could face last challenger name suman sunam suhatman, he was Scottish so that he has known much about poker.

That was the day that could not forgotten by me. I did my best in that tournament. After long time finnaly I could defeat him as well, so that I could be number one as first winner, I felt so happy that day. After all that I did I try to understanding what poker is and is poker site legal? And I search many data aabout it and I finally find about legal poker sites, one of them is poker. I feel very happy that day till now and today so that I will not feel confused in playing poker game online like others. So that I invite many my friends to know and play about online poker game.

Yonkers, NY (PRWEB) May 08, 2012

While the vast majority of young drivers aged 16-21 agree that texting, using smart-phone apps, or accessing the Internet while driving is very dangerous, nearly a third (29 percent) admitted in a Consumer Reports survey that they had, in fact, texted while behind the wheel in the past month. Forty-seven percent reported that they had made a phone call without a headset while behind the wheel, even though nearly two-thirds (63 percent) acknowledged that the behavior was perilous.

The full report can be found in the June 2012 issue of Consumer Reports on sale today and online at ConsumerReports.org.

When Consumer Reports asked the young respondents why they had reduced or stopped distracted driving, 61 percent said it was because they had heard about the dangers of it. Other important reasons were laws banning cell phone use and/or texting in cars (40 percent) and family members urging respondents to stop (28 percent). Nearly 20 percent knew someone who had been in a crash caused by distracted driving.

The Consumer Reports survey also revealed that having peers in the car may help curb distracted driving. Almost half who have driven with friends said they were less likely to talk on a handheld cell phone or text when friends were passengers. Consumer Reports notes that one reason for this may be that many young people are speaking up; almost 50 percent said they had asked a driver to stop using a phone in the car because they feared for their safety.

“Our survey showed that while far too many young people are driving while distracted, they are less likely to do so when their parents, friends, or siblings set a good example,” said Rik Paul, Consumer Reports Auto Editor. “We encourage everyone to stop the car in a safe place if they need to use a cell phone. And if they’re riding with a driver using a handheld phone, ask him or her to put it down and stop gambling with their safety.”

    Additional findings from the Consumer Reports survey of 16- to 21-year-olds include:

    84 percent saw other young people talking on a handheld phone while driving
    71 percent saw a peer texting while behind the wheel
    48 percent witnessed their mom or dad talking on a handheld phone while driving
    15 percent witnessed their mom or dad texting while behind the wheel
    8 percent operated smart phone apps while driving in the last 30 days
    7 percent used e-mail or social media while behind the wheel in the last 30 days

The questionnaire was fielded online by Knowledge Networks from November 23, 2011 to December 13, 2011. Knowledge Networks selects households for its panels using address based sampling methods. Analyses were conducted with the sample weighted to reflect national demographics. A total of 1,049 surveys were completed by adults aged 16 to 21 years. Knowledge Networks received parental or legal guardian consent for all panelists aged 17 or younger. The margin of error is +/- 3.03 percentage points at a 95 percent confidence level.

About Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports is the world’s largest independent product-testing organization. Using its more than 50 labs, auto test center, and survey research center, the nonprofit rates thousands of products and services annually. Founded in 1936, Consumer Reports has over 8 million subscribers to its magazine, website and other publications. Its advocacy division, Consumers Union, works for health reform, food and product safety, financial reform, and other consumer issues in Washington, D.C., the states, and in the marketplace.

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10th Annual Leukemia & Lymphma Society Fundraiser

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) March 31, 2012

Imagine weaving through the exotic and luxurious casinos that line the beaches of Monaco without stepping foot outside city limits! Stakes are high and jokers are wild at the 10th Annual Monte Carlo Night on Thursday, May 17th from 7:00pm to 1:00am at the legendary Yoshi’s Restaurant & Bar at 1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA 94115. An anticipated one thousand, 25-48 year old affluent, trend-savvy, information-seeking style setters with an average income of $ 117,623 will be sporting eye-catching cocktail attire for an evening of exquisite food, an open bar with free-flowing drinks all night, and of course, all the excitement of a casino with games like Roulette, Craps and Texas Holdem plus so much more! Monte Carlo Night is an opportunity to publicize your company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility. In addition, sponsors will receive further exposure to a larger audience through logo placement on 5,000 postcards, 300 posters, advertisements, email blasts, printed and online social media surrounding the Man Woman of the Year campaign and Monte Carlo Night. To become a sponsor, please call Joe Belluomini at (415) 760-5300 or email at joe(at)coitgroup(dot)com to discuss opportunities.

Tickets are $ 65 in advance or $ 125 for the VIP package and $ 1,000 for a private table with bottle service. All tickets include Fun Money, open bar, and a Yoshi’s sushi and other appetizer delicacies. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.snagtickets.com or visit http://www.montecarlonight.org For more information, send an email to info(at)montecarlonight(dot)org.

To experience Monte Carlo Night to its fullest extent, all tickets include “Fun Money” for guests to play with and at the end of the night, turn in their money for raffle tickets for a chance to win several prizes! There will also be thousands of dollars worth of silent auction items. All proceeds from Monte Carlo night go to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for research, treatment, and ultimately, a cure for Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myelomas.

Gourmet appetizers, casino-style fun, open bar… what more could you ask for? For guests listening pleasure, the Bay Area’s own Super Diamond, a famous Neil Diamond Tribute Band and Livewire, a high-energy 6-piece dance cover band, will entertain with their funky tunes. DJ Aykut will spin his internationally famous tunes all night. In addition, there will also be a special performance by Beach Blanket Babylon.

For the past nine years, Monte Carlo Night has been a benefit party for the Leukemia & Lymphoma ‘Man and Woman of the Year’ campaign. Candidates compete in their communities by raising funds to provide important patient services and to support vital research for those living with leukemia, Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and myeloma. Each candidate raises funds during a 10-week campaign. At the campaign’s end, the man and woman raising the most money, $ 1 per vote, wins the coveted title. This year, Monte Carlo Night is supporting the candidacy of Timothy D. Williamson, an investment banker and photographer living in San Francisco. Previous “Man of the Year” winners, Joe Belluomini and Timothy Farrelly, host the 10th Annual Monte Carlo Night.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Man & Woman of the Year campaign began in 1990 in San Francisco to honor John Spencer, a valued employee at Hastings Clothier in San Francisco and a Society volunteer. Spencer died of leukemia at the age of 39. It was in John’s memory that Hastings began supporting the Society’s Northern California Chapter with the San Francisco Man & Woman of the Year event. Now, more than 40 Man & Woman of the Year campaigns occur across the nation, making this a highly visible fundraising program.

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(PRWEB) July 20, 2006

With Tiger Woods preparing to defend his title, Bodoglife.com is setting the betting stage for the 146th British Open Championship as it returns to Royal Liverpool for four rounds beginning Thursday.

Bodoglife.com has Tiger Woods as a 7/2 favorite to bury his competition, which includes Phil Mickelson, Vijay Singh and Ernie Els, who are listed at 17/2, 14/1 and 15/1, respectively. For all the odds on the 2006 British Open, see http://www.bodoglife.com/sports-betting/golf-pga.jsp

With interest in betting on golf steadily on the rise, Bodoglife.com reports significant year-to-year increases of wagers for each PGA event, specifically the British Open and other majors. The presence of recognizable players like Woods is a key reason for the surge in popularity of golf wagering.

Betting interest in this year’s British Open is expected to be the highest ever. A wide variety of posted odds allow bettors to wager on head-to-head-to-head matchups for each individual round. There are also a number of intriguing proposition wagers, such as “Will there be a Hole-in-One during the British Open Championship?”

“Creating ways to build on last year’s explosive interest in the British Open has been paramount for the bookmakers leading up to this weekend,” says Calvin Ayre, Founder and CEO of Bodoglife.com. “We have created an incredible list of wagering opportunities to give our players the opportunity to fully experience each round of the Open Championship.”

In addition to winning the tournament, Bodoglife.com bookmakers have Tiger heavily favored to win his first 3-Ball match up:

Tiger Woods -265

Shingo Katayama +315

Nick Faldo +590

To view all British Open proposition wagers, go to http://www.bodoglife.com/sports-betting/golf-props.jsp.

Among its many offerings, Bodoglife.com also includes a poker room, a racebook and a casino. Bodoglife.com has an international record label (Bodog Music), an international television division that produces television content around the world, and a publishing division that produces both Bodog Nation (an online magazine) and Bodog Beat (a blog).

About Morris Mohawk Gaming Group

Morris Mohawk Gaming Group is located on the Kahnawake Reserve outside of Montreal, Canada, and is licensed there to offer gaming services from Kahnawake to users worldwide. Morris Mohawk Gaming Group is led by noted Canadian sportsman and First Nations’ leader Alwyn Morris. The Bodog brand is operated for gaming in North America by Morris Mohawk Gaming Group under License. For more information please see http://www.MorrisMohawk.ca

About Bodog

Bodog, with its head office located in Antigua, is licensed in the United Kingdom and Antigua. Bodog Entertainment Founder Calvin Ayre, recognized as a world authority on branding in digital entertainment, was featured on the cover of Forbes magazine’s best-selling 2006 “Billionaires” issue. Bodog (http://www.bodoglife.com) offers a host of entertainment services, comprising: online gaming which includes Poker, Casino and a host of other gaming products; an international record label, Bodog Music; a million-dollar band search competition and accompanying TV series, Bodog Battle; a publishing division (with an online magazine, Bodog Nation, and blog, Bodog Beat; and an international television division, Bodog TV which produces reality series, such as Bodog Fight and Calvin Ayre Wild Card Poker. For more information, contact Media Relations at pr@bodoglife.com.                                                                            

BODOG is a registered trademark. All Rights Reserved. Bodog Gaming is operated in North America under License by Morris Mohawk Gaming Group.

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polyDOOR – High performance IP66 GRP enclosures provide extra protection for electronics and electrical equipment

Fareham, Hampshire (PRWEB UK) 18 April 2012

Greater use of electronic displays in harsh environments is boosting demand for the window version of ROLEC’s polyDOOR GRP enclosures.

Previously the solid windowless versions of the glass fibre reinforced polyester enclosures were the most popular. Now there is equal demand for both versions.

ROLEC’s polyDOOR cases are based on the company’s popular polyTOP range but with the addition of a robust hinged door – making them ideal for use as wall mount enclosures.

Typical applications include electronics or electrical equipment where frequent access for servicing or adjustment is required – such as marine electronics, industrial processing, machine control or safety monitoring.

ROLEC’s polyDOOR plastic enclosures are available in eight sizes ranging from 140 x 120 x 100 mm to 320 x 200 x 120 mm. They are designed for harsh indoor or outdoor environments.

The standard material is flame retardant glass fibre reinforced polyester rated to UL 94 V-0. Corrosion proof door fixings are included, as are stainless steel internal M6 mounting bushes. Two spring-loaded hinges allow the door to be removed for total access.

ROLEC polyDOOR IP66 enclosures are fully insulated and can be fitted with terminal mounting rails.

Other accessories include external wall brackets and internal mounting plates, as well as optional door fixings screws which include triangular or square collar heads, captive Allen and slotted type screws. Prices start at £60.

These electronic enclosures can be fully customised with holes and cut-outs, painting and much more to provide a fully finished housing ready for mounting the components.

Features of polyDOOR GRP enclosures:

    Waterproof enclosures in glass fibre reinforced polyester
    Hinged lid section for easy access
    Ideal for mounting all types of electrical and electronic equipment
    With or without transparent window
    Corrosion proof stainless steel inserts
    Large range of industry standard sizes
    Optional moulded lid fixing screws
    Internal screw bosses for mounting plates, PCB supports, DIN-Rails
    Compatible cable glands
    Accessories – internal mounting plate, external mounting brackets, external hinges, cross rails.

ROLEC industrial enclosures are marketed in the UK by OKW Enclosures Ltd of Fareham, Hampshire.

OKW Sales and Marketing Director Robert Cox said: “The polyDOOR range has always been popular and it continues to prove itself in tough conditions with the new generation of electronics displays.”

Family-owned ROLEC has at least three decades of experience in the design and manufacture of electronic enclosures and electrical enclosures for industry.

Other GRP enclosures from ROLEC include polyTOP IP66 enclosures and polyKOM IP65 enclosures.

ROLEC polyTOP GRP enclosures are manufactured from tough glass fibre reinforced Duro Plastic in a wide range of industry standard sizes.

They are designed to accommodate a wide range of electrical and electronics equipment. For added strength and durability, polyTOP enclosures feature corrosion-proof stainless steel inserts.

ROLEC polyKOM glass reinforced polyester enclosures are rated to IP65. They are robust, resilient and also low cost. Like polyTOP, they also feature corrosion-proof stainless steel inserts.

ROLEC is best known for its extensive ranges of aluminium enclosures which include:

    aluCASE IP67 and IP69K enclosures – smart and modern with a keypad recess, hidden fixings and integral hinges
    aluDISC (IP67 and IP69K) – highly distinctive, the first round standard aluminium enclosures for industrial electronics
    aluPLUS (IP66 and IP67) – industry standard aluminium enclosures, highly versatile, ‘go anywhere’ installation for walls, bulkheads, machines.

For more information about the full range of ROLEC enclosures, contact OKW Sales and Marketing Director Robert Cox +44 (0)1489 583858, or view ROLEC’s website.

Notes For Editors

OKW Enclosures Ltd

15 Brunel Way

Segensworth East

Fareham

PO15 5TX

Tel: +44 (0)1489 583858

Fax: +44 (0)1489 583836

ROLEC has at least four decades of experience in the design and manufacture of industrial enclosures for electronics and electrical equipment.

Its extensive range of innovative enclosures is brought to you in the UK by partner OKW Enclosures Ltd.

ROLEC is a medium-sized family-owned enterprise which manufactures exclusively at its factory in Rinteln, northern Germany.

The company has many years of expertise in the development and manufacture of high quality enclosures and accessories.

ROLEC keeps all catalogued products in stock and uses ultra-modern machines to modify enclosures to individual requirements. ROLEC supplies fully finished enclosures without delay at competitive prices and “just in time”.

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MoyaBrand White Sands Kimono & Size Chart

Tucson, AZ (PRWEB) March 29, 2012

Rio Fightwear has partnered with MoyaBrand to offer MMA enthusiasts high-quality performance kimonos. MoyaBrand’s highly-anticipated kimonos are the result of the company’s commitment to innovative design, high quality, and superior performance. As the mixed martial arts industry continues to explode in the United States, Rio Fightwear is focused on continuing to expand its product offerings by adding companies providing excellent advancements in fighting gear and clothing to further the development of the sport.

MoyaBrand has released a limited number of kimono models, including White Sands, Bluedial Kimono, and their Decart Kimono. They are also releasing a number of signature T-shirts. A full release of all their kimono models will proceed within the next several weeks.

Kimonos in their limited release are currently available* on the Rio Fightwear website, http://www.RioFightwear.com.

The move continues to reflect Rio Fightwear’s commitment to offering high-quality MMA and Jiu-Jitsu products and training gear. They are focusing on continuing to facilitate mixed martial art’s acceptance into mainstream America by not only allowing fighters to perform at higher levels, but also keep them safe and protected.

“MoyaBrand develops their gear in a similar way as we do: with constant testing and feedback from real athletes,” explained Andre Fasciola, President of Rio Fightwear. “This ‘gear for the people, by the people’ approach results in performance-focused gear and equipment, and it’s why we’re glad to add another quality to our line-up, thus providing a greater selection of gear to our valued customers.”

Each MoyaBrand product manufactured is carefully screened and tested for athletic performance, comfort, and durability. With an experienced staff of sports participants, they can truly identify themselves as a true Competition Brand, established by athletes for athletes.

“We’re truly excited about these products,” continued Fasciola. “We hope to have a long-term relationship with MoyaBrand, providing the best performing gear and clothing on the market to our customers at great prices.”

MoyaBrand’s new product line is available on Rio Fightwear’s website, along with a wide selection of mixed martial arts gear and equipment, at http://www.RioFightWear.com.

Please note that due to high demand supplies might be on back order.

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London 2012 Olympic Football Tournament draw made

(PRWEB) April 24, 2012

The draws for the London 2012 Olympic Football Tournament took place at Wembley Stadium today (Tuesday 24 April) confirming the Group Stages for the men’s and women’s tournaments.

*Global stars take part in official draw event at Wembley Stadium

*Stuart Pearce’s Team GB’s men drawn against Senegal, Uruguay and United Arab Emirates and Hope Powell’s women placed in a group with New Zealand, Cameroon and Brazil

*Spain to play Japan in their first game while Brazil will take on Egypt

Brazilian legend, and a former Olympic bronze medalist at the Atlanta 1996 Games, Ronaldo, was one of several figures from the world of football who conducted the draw which saw Stuart Pearce’s Team GB’s men drawn against Senegal, Uruguay and United Arab Emirates and Hope Powell’s women placed in a group with New Zealand, Cameroon and Brazil .

Other highlights in the men’s tournament saw Spain drawn against Japan, Morocco and Honduras while Brazil will take on Egypt, Belarus and New Zealand. In the women’s tournament, USA, gold medallists in 2008, will face Columbia, France and North Korea and Japan, winners of the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup, were matched with Canada, Sweden and South Africa.

The tournament will kick off two days before the London 2012 Opening Ceremony when Team GB women play New Zealand at the Millennium Stadium, Cardiff. With matches being played at venues across the UK the tournaments represent a fantastic opportunity for football fans to see the world’s best players in the women’s tournament and some of the stars of tomorrow in the men’s tournament.

LOCOG Chair Seb Coe said: “Now that the draws for the Olympic Football Tournament have taken place, fans can begin to get excited about the amazing spectacle, the incredible teams and world class players – in both the men’s and women’s tournaments – that will be coming to Great Britain this summer.

“With matches taking place across England as well as in Scotland and Wales, and with tickets still available, football also provides people with a unique opportunity to still enjoy the Olympic experience this summer.”

Tickets for the football tournament will go on sale in early May.

For photos from today’s draw, please follow this link:

http://mm.gettyimages.com/mm/nicePath/locog?nav=pr166616682

Notes to editors:

For further information please contact the London 2012 Press Office.

London 2012 Games partners:

The Worldwide Olympic Partners who support the London 2012 Olympic Games and the National Olympic Committees around the world are Coca-Cola, Acer, Atos, Dow, GE, McDonald’s, Omega, Panasonic, Procter and Gamble, Samsung and Visa.

LOCOG has seven domestic Tier One Partners – adidas, BMW, BP, British Airways, BT, EDF and Lloyds TSB. There are seven domestic Tier Two Supporters – Adecco, ArcelorMittal, Cadbury, Cisco, Deloitte, Thomas Cook and UPS. There are now twenty-eight domestic Tier Three Suppliers and Providers – Aggreko, Airwave, Atkins, Boston Consulting Group, CBS Outdoor, Crystal CG, Eurostar, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP, G4S, GSK, Gymnova, Heathrow Airport, Heineken UK, Holiday Inn, John Lewis, McCann Worldgroup, Mondo, NATURE VALLEY, Next, Nielsen, Populous, Rapiscan Systems, Rio Tinto, Technogym, Thames Water, Ticketmaster, Trebor and Westfield.

There is one domestic Tier One Paralympic Games-only Partner, Sainsbury’s and one domestic Tier Three Paralympic Games-only Supplier, Otto Bock. The London 2012 Paralympic Games also acknowledges the support of the National Lottery.

About Lloyds TSB

Lloyds TSB is proud to partner the London 2012 ticketing programme and is supporting communities all over Britain on their journey to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. To find out more about its London 2012 programmes visit Lloydstsb.com/London2012

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New York, NY (PRWEB) April 10, 2012

Once in a blue moon a travel opportunity comes along that opens doors to experiences you could only begin to imagine. According to folklore, the next blue moon will take place on August 31, 2012. Before the actual astronomic event arrives, make it a point to reserve one of the many outstanding One-of-a-Kind offers available only through LHW. *Due to the highly curated nature of these unique offers, reservations are available only by calling 1-800-223-6800. Following are just a few.

Is there a beach only 45 minutes from Paris? With the special ‘Fly Me to Deauville!’ offer, the Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière gives you a chance to get away from it all for a day, far from the hustle and bustle of the City of Light. Take off for Deauville on board a private helicopter. Have a picnic on the sun-drenched beach. Take a stroll along the seafront (“les Planches”), have fun at the Casino Barrière, and browse the luxury boutiques. Then, when you come back to Paris, spend a superb night at the Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière. This unique experience for couples or families is only available from the famous hotel on the Champs-Elysées. Your incomparable one-day escape includes round-trip transfers between the hotel and the Paris heliport; round-trip helicopter flights to and from Deauville; a choice of a luxurious picnic on the beach prepared by the hotel’s chef, Jean-Yves Leuranguer, holder of the “Meilleur Ouvrier de France” award for the quality of his work; OR a lunch at the Hôtel Normandy Barrière Bar, just a step away from the famous “Planches”; overnight accommodation at Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière and a generous breakfast the following morning. Rates start from EUR 5,070.

The art of wood inlay is intricately woven with the history of Sorrento, Italy, tracing its origins to the time of the Benedictine monks, who inhabited the monastery of St. Agrippino in Sorrento between the 6th and 7th centuries. Using wood from local trees, such as walnut, lemon and orange – they created complex carvings to create delicate, captivating masterpieces. Now you, too, can learn the complexities of this ancient craft during a stay at the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria. In conjunction with the MUTA – Museobottega della Tarsialignea – the hotel has put together a five-night offer which includes a visit to the wood inlay museum, as well as three days of training and practicing of marquetry handicraft for one person, during which you create your own masterpiece under the guidance of an English speaking teacher and historian of inlay technique. At the end, your project is yours to keep, along with a certificate issued by the MUTA Museum. Also included are daily buffet breakfast, welcome fruit and bottle of local wine, arrival and departure transfers via limousine, dinner for two one evening at the Restaurant Bosquet Terrace (excluding beverages), as well as discounts on additional meals and products purchased at the hotel’s spa. Rates start from EUR 521 per night.

For those who don’t have 1,001 nights to explore the mystery and allure of the Middle East, The Chedi Muscat enables guests to truly immerse themselves in the exotic destination of Oman. This exclusive beach resort, designed in traditional Omani style and with magnificent views of the Hajjar mountain ranges, is the perfect base from which to explore the surrounding area. To help you do that, the hotel is offering a package that includes three nights in a luxurious room at the Chedi and one night in a secluded camp in the desert, complete with a private guided tour to the camp including lunch along the way, a three-course dinner after arrival, and a return transfer to the hotel via land cruiser. Also included in the package are a welcome drink; buffet breakfasts; lunch one day overlooking the sea beside the 3000-year-old Bat Tombs; a four-course candlelight dinner one evening on the beach, including champagne; one Balinese massage per person; and roundtrip airport transfers. Rates start from OMR 2,692 based on double occupancy.

At least once in a lifetime you should experience the wild beauty of Africa on a safari-style holiday, but no one says you have to rough it! Orient-Express Safaris in Botswana is comprised of three unique safari camps, all offering unparalleled opportunities to view multiple species of big game and bird life in their natural habitat. Eagle Island Camp, Khwai River Lodge and Savute Elephant Camp are located in their own distinctive unique ecosystem, yet they are operated as a collective venture, making transportation between them seamless. Accommodations are in spacious, elevated, luxury air-conditioned tents, each with its own large deck, ideal for viewing local wildlife. A six-night package includes two-nights’ accommodation at each camp, as well as round-trip shared inter-camp flights from and to Maun Airport. Full-board arrangements include all beverages, as well as premium branded spirits and wines, except imported champagne. Guests will also enjoy two game viewing activities per day at each camp and a 35-minute helicopter safari at Eagle Island. Tax, service and National Park fees are also part of the offer. The six-night package is priced from USD 1455 per night, based on double occupancy.

Having already garnered numerous international accolades, Wolgan Valley Resort and Spa has crafted a program to make it possible for guests to discover the exceptional beauty of this special region of Australia. The adventure begins with a chauffeured limousine ride to the heliport where you will lift off for the trip to the resort. Champagne awaits as you settle in for the three-night stay in your suite with its own private deck and pool. During your visit you will learn about local customs and lore with two nature-based activities each day, including a personalized heritage and wildlife tour of Wolgan Valley via four-wheel-drive. Unwind after all the action with a sunset ritual spa therapy package for two. Throughout your stay, will you enjoy three gourmet meals a day, including a traditional Australian barbecue at the original settler’s 1823 homestead; and a chef’s table nine-course degustation dinner one evening created by Executive Chef Dwane Goodman. The experience also includes a free flow of non-alcoholic beverages, including those from the mini-bar, a selected range of regional wines and beer with meals, and return transportation to Sydney. Rates start from AUD 3333.

Set along a broad stretch of sand beach, The Nam Hai offers a uniquely luxurious base from which to delve into the rich cultural heritage and gracious hospitality of Vietnam. Some of the highlights are a half-day visit to Hoi An – where you can shop for a wealth of local handcrafts. You will also enjoy full-day trips to other nearby UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Hue, with its cobbled streets, Buddhist pagodas, royal tombs, historic citadels and magnificent sacred ruins; and My Son – considered the most sacred place during the ancient Champa Kingdom – with a stop at the Cham Museum. Your five-night stay also includes a fisherman and waterways experience and a Nam Hai culinary adventure. In between excursions, you can relax on serene Ha My beach, lounge by one of the resort’s three swimming pools, or decompress with a soothing spa treatment. Rates start from USD 1,160 per night.

Please note, due to the exceptional nature of these unique offers, reservations are available only by calling toll-free 1-800-223-6800 and refer to promotion code LOK. A full list of participating hotels may be viewed at http://www.LHW.com/OneofaKind

About The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd.

The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. is the largest luxury hospitality organization in the world, representing over 430 of the finest hotels, resorts and spas in over 80 countries. Its mission is to curate and champion an exclusive collection of independent properties, including grand palaces and intimate city hideaways, luxury tent enclaves and expansive self-contained resorts. Established in 1928 by several influential and forward-thinking European hoteliers, it started with 38 initial members. Its loyal customers demand levels of quality they have come to expect of the brand, while seeking authentic and enriching travel experiences. Leading Hotel members are utterly unique and boldly independent. To be considered for inclusion, a hotel must adhere to strict quality standards and master the art of extraordinary hospitality.

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