Train Chartering Sends a Private Rail Car Across the US, and Remodels privaterailcars.net

Train Chartering has supplied a Private Rail Car for a return journey between Fargo ND & Seattle WA for an individual and his entourage. This charter coincides with the total redesign of www.privaterailcars.net.

(PRWEB) June 29, 2006 -- Train Chartering has supplied a Private Rail Car for a return journey between Fargo ND & Seattle WA for an individual and his entourage. This charter coincides with the total redesign of www.privaterailcars.net.

Train Chartering has sourced and managed the private use of a period rail car for the tailored 1,500 mile journey from Fargo, North Dakota to Seattle.

The rail car left Fargo recently on a route that allowed the six guests to enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Cascade Mountains and the Rockies. Our passengers joined a cruise ship out of Seattle. The rail car was stabled pending the return to port, when our passengers rejoined the train for the return to Fargo.

Train Chartering supplied a rail car with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, dining room, kitchen and lounge. There is also the luxury of an open observation deck at the rear of the car, use of which is one of life’s “must dos”.

Simon Pielow is Managing Director and co-founder of Train Chartering with Fay Lejeune, Operations Director. He is enthusiastic about hiring rail cars, "Lounging in armchairs in your own rail car or standing on an observation deck traveling through North America while uniformed stewards serve cocktails must be one of the world’s ultimate travel experiences."

Train Chartering’s commitment to developing their rail car charter business is demonstrated by the re-design of www.privaterailcars.net, which has largely remained unchanged since purchase by the company in 2005. A key aim of the design is to present private rail car charters as simply as possible. In this way, inquirers who may be unfamiliar with rail will consider a rail car instead of, for example, a private charter aircraft or road transport hire.

Simon Pielow invites rail car owners to list their cars on www.privaterailcars.net. “Listing is free of charge unless we place an order, when we hope for a 5% commission. We ask for good quality photographs, a car plan and other details requested in our car information sheet.”

Train Chartering (www.trainchartering.com) is the pioneer of a coordinated approach to sourcing, theming and crewing special trains for upscale private travel, as well as for movie locations, corporate & private events, airport or cruise liner transfers. This full service project management approach is enhanced by guest management services from start point to final destination.

For more information: Simon Pielow, Train Chartering, +44 (0) 1293 783 347: private rail cars & private train charters with tailored journeys, in North America and worldwide. www.trainchartering.com

'Fit for SCUBA' Is a Fitness Guide Developed for Scuba Divers by Scuba Divers

"Fit for SCUBA" is a fitness program for scuba and life. For new and experienced divers, for young and old divers, this book provides a comprehensive fitness program for diving safely and enjoying it. The authors explain the variety of demands diving places on the body, from carrying heavy equipment to swimming up-current and climbing boat ladders in choppy seas. For each of these activities, they index specific exercises to build fitness. The exercises themselves are presented step-by-step, with illustrations. Exercises that can be completed at home and in the gym are provided.

(PRWEB) June 28, 2006 -- Exercise Physiologists, Jessica and Jaime Adams, have created a fitness program designed specifically for scuba divers. “Fit for SCUBA” is currently available for sale at www.bbotw.com, amazon.com and will soon be available for purchase through Divers Alert Network.

Divers are concerned with safety; they have buddies, follow dive plans, keep dive logs, and complete routine gear maintenance. However, many divers neglect their most vital piece of equipment…their bodies.

Due to common misconceptions, scuba diving has been highly ignored by the fitness industry. Dive gear alone places an additional load on the body. The physical demands of entries and exits must also be considered. Above all, scuba divers must always be physically and mentally prepared for challenging conditions that may arise in this dynamic underwater world. Almost every diver has a story about a difficult exit from the water or a challenging current.

“Fit for SCUBA” is a tool for becoming a safer, more fit diver. The simple instructions and illustrations in this manual can help improve diver fitness. Participating in a fitness program may improve diver's confidence, and quality of life. The authors have provided a fitness plan for divers to follow.

Fitness should be a regular part of life, in order to maintain these improvements. Exercise should be just as much a part of a regular routine as taking a shower and brushing your teeth. The best program for each diver is one that will be realistically maintained for years to come. For this reason, “Fit for SCUBA” contains a set of exercises that can be done at home as well as a set of exercises for the gym. This program should be a part of every diver's daily routine, regardless of location.

Although most divers would probably like to be immersed in water every day, the reality is that most are forced to be weekend warriors due to the commitments of daily life. Unfortunately, this lifestyle may cause the typical recreational scuba diver to only be active on weekends or dive vacations. This type of exercise schedule results in minimal training and may lead to injuries. It also does not prepare divers for the unexpected challenges that may be encountered during a dive. An increased level of comfort in the water will set the tone for a more enjoyable scuba experience. Increased energy can be utilized during dive vacations both in and out of the water.

A proper fitness program will prepare divers to more effectively deal with the challenges that may arise during a dive. Improved muscular strength will minimize the stress of pre- and post-dive equipment handling. Entries and exits will also be completed with greater ease. Increased muscular and cardiovascular efficiency may improve diving comfort and confidence. Improved strength, flexibility, and balance will add comfort to maneuvering around a rocking boat, particularly when wearing your gear. Divers will benefit from increased confidence in personal capabilities allowing a more relaxing and enjoyable underwater experience. Fit divers will also experience a boost in overall energy levels! Some additional benefits of exercise include:

• Improved cardiovascular health
• Weight control
• Lower blood lipids
• Decreased blood pressure
• Increased bone density
• Psychological benefits

Health one of the essential commitments in every person's life. For a more relaxed scuba diving experience, divers will benefit from a conditioning program which improves flexibility, strength, endurance, and balance. The human body is a unique machine that responds directly to training. The human body is the only piece of equipment that is irreplacable, so divers must take care of it!

This fitness program has been developed with the needs of scuba divers, in mind. Strength is developed in areas of the body that are utilized during a dive. “Fit for SCUBA” provides guidelines for divers to create a fitness programs that meet the needs of each diver. No single fitness program exists that will be successful for each diver. This book provides the tools to create a program that will fit individual lifestyles and yield the desired results. A successful fitness program takes planning as well as commitment, just like a successful dive!

It is every diver's responsibility to be proactive in preparation for a safe and exciting scuba diving experience. Provided one is physically fit, no upper age limit exists for scuba diving. Fortunately, diving can be a life long activity if the proper level of fitness is maintained. “Fit for SCUBA” supplies the knowledge to create a program which will allow scuba diving to be a life long physical activity. Divers should retire from work, not from diving, so maintaining a level of fitness which allows safe appreciation of the underwater world is paramount. Divers can make the most of each diving experience by improving fitness….and may even add years to their lives.

Exclusive Wine Vacations partners with Shawangunk Wine Trail to offer Sail with the Trail Cruise

DATE: June 19, 2006
MEDIA CONTACT: Debbie Gioquindo CTC , 914-474-7780

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY, June 12 2006 - Exclusive Wine Vacations has partnered with the Shawangunk Wine Trail to offer Sail with the Trail Cruise departing New York January 17th 2007 on Holland America's ms Noordam. The cruise will sail round trip to the Caribbean, making stops at the ports of Turks & Caicos; Tortola; St Maarten; St Thomas and Puerto Rico. Prices start at just $1784 per person for this 10 day cruise.

>From Terrior to Taste. Sail with the trail and learn about the Hudson
Valley Wine Region. Follow the tradition of the fine winemaking established by the early French Huguenot settlers who brought their wine making expertise to the Hudson Valley over 300 years ago. There will be special seminars, wine tastings and cocktail receptions.

Seminars to include an Introduction to the Hudson Valley Wine Region, Grape Growing and Wine Making, Wine & Food Paring and Other wine and beverages produced in the region. Guest will be invited to two private cocktail receptions featuring wine from the Shawangunk Wine Trail and light horsdoeuvres. Wine from the Shawangunk Wine Trail will be served at four dinners

Exclusive Wine Vacations is where Wine & Travel Come Together.
Exclusive Wine Vacations specializes in travel to the wine regions of the world. We allow you to indulge yourself in your passion with a unique and personalized vacation of a lifetime! Pamper your taste for fine wines and cuisine, enjoy a luxury cruise and experience culinary creations, great chefs and splendid vintages, visit prestigious wineries, participate in culinary classes in the top gastronomic regions of the world are just of few of what Exclusive Wine Vacations can arrange.

Organized nearly 20 years ago, The Shawangunk Wine Trail offers the most diversity of any wine trail. Located in the Heart of the Hudson Valley. It is home to the third largest winery in the New York, the smallest winery in the New York, the nation's oldest continuously operated winery and America's oldest vineyard. Wines produced in the region range from dry complex wines, to soft fruity wines, to sparkling and outstanding dessert wines.


For more information go to www.exclusivewinevacations.com or www.gunkswine.com

Write Anywhere, Anytime with AlphaSmart Neo

[editor's note: I have a novelist friend who swears by her AlphaSmart Dana. - Kim ;-)]

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Neo’s low energy usage lets you compose for over 700 hours on a single set of three AA alkaline batteries — perfect for long writing stints on the road. Its rugged construction resists the rigors and abuse of traveling, providing continuous computing capability in virtually any environment. At two pounds, Neo is easy to carry and comfortable to hold on the lap.

“I've used AlphaSmart products, including Neo, on assignments all over the world—from the Inca Trail in Peru to sacred Mount Kailash in Tibet,” says Jeff Greenwald, author of the award-winning travel books Shopping for Buddhas and The Size of the World, and Contributing Editor for Travel + Life. “It's the perfect notepad: lightweight, comfortable, and tough. The fact that it runs—seemingly forever—on AA batteries allows me to take it on treks and expeditions where there's no electricity, for weeks at a time. And it's so portable that I enjoy using it in cafés, on park benches, even on trains and buses.”

Neo is extremely easy to use. Just turn it on and go. The instant on/off feature eliminates wasted boot-up time, and the autosave feature assures writers their work has been saved. What’s more, Neo’s feature-rich, built-in word processor transfers text effortlessly via USB cable to any text-accepting program.

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