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www.skihanazono.com The Niseko area is known for some of the best off-piste powder skiing in the world. No other destination receives such consistently perfect powder. Niseko is a geographical magnet for weather systems delivering snow storms from the Siberian Peninsula and after filling with moisture on their way across the Sea of Japan these massive fronts collide and Hanazono in Niseko is the first place in their path dumping up to 16 metres of snow in a season… The water content of the snow is usually around 8% creating extremely light n fluffy powder snow…. Photography by http Skiier : Nicolas Cruz

www.skihanazono.com The Niseko area is known for some of the best off-piste powder skiing in the world. No other destination receives such consistently perfect powder. Niseko is a geographical magnet for weather systems delivering snow storms from the Siberian Peninsula and after filling with moisture on their way across the Sea of Japan these massive fronts collide and Hanazono in Niseko is the first place in their path dumping up to 16 metres of snow in a season… The water content of the snow is usually around 8% creating extremely light n fluffy powder snow…. Photography by http Skiier : Nicolas Cruz

www.skihanazono.com The Niseko area is known for some of the best off-piste powder skiing in the world. No other destination receives such consistently perfect powder. Niseko is a geographical magnet for weather systems delivering snow storms from the Siberian Peninsula and after filling with moisture on their way across the Sea of Japan these massive fronts collide and Hanazono in Niseko is the first place in their path dumping up to 16 metres of snow in a season… The water content of the snow is usually around 8% creating extremely light n fluffy powder snow…. Photography by http Skiier : Nicolas Cruz

www.skihanazono.com The Niseko area is known for some of the best off-piste powder skiing in the world. No other destination receives such consistently perfect powder. Niseko is a geographical magnet for weather systems delivering snow storms from the Siberian Peninsula and after filling with moisture on their way across the Sea of Japan these massive fronts collide and Hanazono in Niseko is the first place in their path dumping up to 16 metres of snow in a season… The water content of the snow is usually around 8% creating extremely light n fluffy powder snow…. Photography by http Skiier : Nicolas Cruz

WATCH IN HQ! Chris Meyer late in the 2009 season grooming some wet snow in the Hoot Brown Terrain Park with the Mercedes Park Bully. Grooming conditions were far from ideal. The snow is really wet and it was hard to get a good pass because of the warm weather. This is the only footage like this on Youtube and this is a rare glimpse at how terrain parks are created. This Snow Cat cost over 250K and is powered by a Mercedes Twin Turbo 7.2 Liter Inline 6 Cylinder engine which is custom designed to run hydraulic pumps. This Cat has 6 pumps total which power the driving track, tiller and blade. This is one of the most complex pieces of machinery in the Telluride Valley. The computer system which runs it is state of the art. The Mercedes Park Bully is amazing.

Spear's 9th day ever on ski's, getting to grips with black runs now, loving the speed rather than style, I must get some lessons soon, kindly pointed out by one youtube viewer (after only a few days on ski's thank you very much). Head to the Sierra Nevada slopes with Marc, Carlo, Nick, James, Claudia & Michelle for a days skiing on our regular Fun Friday. Only a 2 hour drive from Marbella beach to the slopes. Spear in orange and grey (should stick to motorsport), Marc in black (Blades), Carlo in black and grey (board) Nick in blue (skiing), james (jimbo) dark outfit on a board, Claudia in pink (skiing) and Michelle in white & light blue (skiing). The Mountain, resort & slopes still had the great snow and everyone enjoyed the total freedom of on and off piste all over the mountains. We had some big crashes but had an excellent day hope you enjoy our short Vid. (March 2009)

With tax time virtually upon us, many folks are starting to gather their tax documents together in preparation. And you can always tell the people who want their tax returns back the most, because they are the ones filling out their returns in January! Ask any of these people what they have in mind for their money, and you can bet that they already have it spent, at least in their heads!

If you are one of these people and have decided on using your money for a nice summer holiday, then you may want to read this list of the top 3 Keen footwear styles for a summer vacation. Of course , you\’ll have some additional money, so why not buy them now?

Keen Sandal #1 : The Barbados in leather. The perfect combination of flip-flop and shoe, the Barbados features the patented toe protection that Keen sandals are so known for, together with a microbe shield lining. Ideal for poolside or the beach, the Barbados is straightforward to slide on and off, and thanks to that microbe shield, stays odour free irrespective of what your bare feet might track into them!

Keen Sandal #2 : The Saint Barts. Also made with Keen sandals patented toe protection, the Saint Barts provides a sturdier sandal that is just as easy to slip on or start. With its polyester webbing tops, these great comfortable sandals for women stay in place and are comfy all day long, something that can\’t always be said for that flip-flop strap that goes between your toes! Which is the reason why you need both – a flip-flop style ( like the Barbados ), and a sturdy slip-on style.

Keen Sandal #3 : The Newport H2. And last but not least, in order to have just the right amount of shoes for your summer vacation, you\’ll need a pair of Keen sandals with a backbone. Or in the case of the Newport H2, a\’metatomical strap design\’ that goes round the back of your foot and keeps the sandal in effect. Excellent for walking in, the Newport will give you the breezy comfort of a sandal, and the support and comfort of a walking shoe. 2 things that are astonishingly vital for all summer activities, including vacations!

Read more on Keen\’s website or find them here: Keen clearance shoes . If you\’re attempting to find something that\’s comfortable for summer travel, you\’re going to love these shoes.

A Holiday at a Villa Resort Ixtapa is a perfect way to get away from rest of the world. In this area of Mexico you will have lots of sun and fun when it comes to that time away. As long as you\’ve picked the correct location for your stay it will be the best time you\’ve ever had.

If you\’re a history buff and love to study different areas of the world, you should stop in at the museum while here. Finding a range of history that will cover the time frame from those prehispanic times in the area and going into the colonial era.

Pottery that was found around the area is in that museum and it\’s great to see. In those findings you will see the proof of times when the Aztec and Toltec were prevalent in this area.

While if you love the water you have more than enough things to pick from. Many things that range from snorkeling or taking a scuba diving lesson. Even just sitting around on the beach and enjoying the sun or swimming would be great choices. If you feel like a trip off the area is something you want to do, check out the water taxi service that is very inexpensive to use.

When you think of a marina you normally think of boats, but this marina will offer you much more than that. You can play a game of tennis or hit the golf course for 18 holes of fun. Even the offer of fishing tours that can take you out on the water and try to catch something really cool to brag about.

There is also a fabulous romantic sunset cruise that can be taken if you want to try something different. The cost of the cruise is well within all people\’s budgets and you get drinks for free for that price too.

There is another course out there for you golf lovers to enjoy, so try and make it to both of them. For the fans of shopping you have the options that will have you enjoying a wonderful time too.

While a visit during the month of May could have you enjoying the Artisans Market that only takes place at that time. So whether you love to relax on vacation or stay busy you will be able to accomplish that here.

When you think of a Villa Resort in this area you are getting a great place to stay in. Something that will give you the comfort of feeling as you\’re at home, but having a great time not working. Find the best location to keep you central to all the things that you plan on enjoying while in Ixtapa.

Learn more about Ixtapa Resort. Stop by Sean Elstins\’s site where you can find out all about Ixtapa golf and what it can do for you.

The Osa Peninsula has some of the hottest offshore fishing action in the world. Fish the Osa Peninsula for blue marlin, black marlin and stripped marlin. Visit: www.aguadulcelodge.com