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Sketching Tours of Nantucket

Sun, 08 May 2011 23:53:13 GMT

Charming gray whaling cottages decked with climbing roses, white picket fences , waving flags and window box treasures...... capture these memories in your own sketchbook through this unique outdoor classroom.Since 1997 Anne has combined her love of the island and her experience as a teacher to offer an exciting Nantucket experience for anyone interested in art-from beginners to experts.Sutherland begins the tour with guided drawing exercises in graphite which helps you capture everything from hydrangea to weathered shingles.Using the charming streets of Nantucket and her own sketching examples, Sutherland teaches the relevant elements of the renowned book Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain along with her own special sketching tips."I believe drawing is a developmental process, one which is easily taught to anyone who is open to learning. Once one becomes visually aware, one sees the world in a new way, and is never visually bored again.""Sometimes a beginner says 'I can't draw a straight line.' I say 'good' because a line that looks alive on a paper is rarely a line which is perfectly straight.""I teach students to use the eraser not for fixing something, but as a tool to embellish and soften the image."After the instruction, you will explore the streets of Nantucket town in search of a scene to sketch. Anne will be with you for individual help and encouragement...as much or little as you like. The day's journey continues over the next couple of hours doing one or more sketches.ALL levels of experienceBeginners are welcomedComfortable sketching stools providedSupplies included
Sale Price: $180

Intro to Sea Kayaking Day Trip

Sun, 08 May 2011 16:24:56 GMT

During an introductory lesson your expert instructor will cover efficient paddling technique, the necessary strokes to maneuver your kayak in any direction, and advanced techniques such as bracing to prevent a capsize. Particular emphasis will be placed on safety issues such as trip selection and practicing both self and assisted rescues and re-entries.After your lesson you will push off to explore the magical essence of sea kayaking. Enjoy the protected waters of Cohasset, Hingham or Marblehead Harbors as you paddle alongside the marine life and enjoy spectacular views of sandy beaches, small islands and the Boston Skyline.Items Included: Kayak and paddleLife JacketPaddling JacketWetsuit
Sale Price: $185

New Jersey Dinner Cruise

Thu, 05 May 2011 19:35:22 GMT

An evening filled to the brim with wonderful cuisine, live music and dancing under a canopy of stars. You'll know you're in for a special evening the moment you step aboard our elegant decks and are escorted to your candlelit table. Your waiter will invite you to our Grande Dinner Buffet, where you can sample a little bit of everything, or just select your favorite fare. Everything is freshly prepared in our shipboard galley and served in the true manner of an ocean-going cruise buffet. Savor your culinary selections over perfectly-paced dinner music and a never-ending view of Manhattan's breathtaking skyline seen through our huge panoramic windows. Truly, a sight you won't soon forget!While you relax over coffee and dessert, Broadway-quality performers will dazzle you with song and dance on the center stage.After the show, take your drinks topside and relax on the largest outdoor patio deck in town while Manhattan's magnificent skyline spreads before you in all directions. It's a wonderful pause before the music entices you onto the dance floor. The perfect end to the perfect night.
Sale Price: $120

Sweetheart Stay at the Winvian

Thu, 05 May 2011 16:02:59 GMT

Head to the countryside for a romantic getaway in the Litchfield Hills of Connecticut. Set amidst 113 acres and bordered by 4,000 acres of extensive woods and lakes, Winvian was created to recharge and indulge. No less than fifteen architects have designed individual cottages that combine the whimsical with the traditional, the modern with the historical. Each has enough surprises to lure and charm without detracting from the views, the surrounding nature and the comforts that allow guests to simply disappear. Guests of the Sweetheart package are welcomed with a chilled bottle of champagne, Winvian flutes and hand made truffles. Your nightly romantic dinner whisks you away onto gastronomical experiences gratifying all the senses. You can choose a relaxing couples massage for two at the Winvian's 5000 sq ft spa, and rejuvenate fire side with your loved one; saddle up and explore the quiet and vast countryside with a horseback trail ride; or take a private cooking lesson with head chef Eddy and learn the secrets to creating edible art.
Sale Price: $4,130

Private Photo Tour of NYC (for 2+)

Wed, 04 May 2011 20:54:54 GMT

You will visit the city's most exciting and scenic attractions with your native New York tour guide and photographer. In addition to an amazingly comprehensive tour of the Big Apple, your guide will provide plenty of local tips to make your stay here more enjoyablePlus, the remarkable photos you receive will make your New York visit truly unforgettable and will be delivered to you via CD-Rom within 48 hours. You will explore as many sights as time will allow within your 2 hour itinerary. Your private photo tour can include these popular destinations: Times Square and the Theatre District - the pulse of New York. The dazzle and lights of Broadway create an exciting atmosphere and a dramatic backdrop for many spectacular photos. Central Park's 843 acres - provides a stunning setting for pictures and is the pride and joy of the city. You can bask in the beauty of Strawberry Fields, the Reservoir, Sheep Meadow, Bethesda Fountain, the Wildlife Center, and many green and floral gardens. Midtown Manhattan - hosts some of New York's most famous marvels: Rockefeller CenterSt. Patrick's CathedralGrand Central StationRadio City Music Hall Uptown Manhattan - visit the residential neighborhoods surrounding Central Park including the historic brownstones and tree lined streets of the Upper West Side. Downtown Manhattan - tour our ethnic and eclectic neighborhoods such as Little Italy, Chinatown, Soho, Greenwich Village, the South Street Seaport, and (Cha-Ching!) Wall Street.The Brooklyn Bridge - this architectural wonder is a must see in New York and bestows a panoramic view of New York's urban vistas
Sale Price: $280

Angel Island Kayak Tour

Mon, 02 May 2011 21:20:10 GMT

Pack your kayak and take a real kayaking adventure to Angel Island in the San Francisco Bay.While paddling the majestic Bay, take in the spectacular views of San Francisco, Mt. Tamalpais, Mt. Diablo, and East Bay. Designated as a State Park, Angel Island boasts a long history of many uses.Angel Island was once a Miwok Indian Village, a military installation site from the Civil War to the Cold War, and termed the "Ellis Island of the West" during 1910-1940. Conditions permitting, a circumnavigation of the island provides an exciting view of the bay usually reserved for stronger groups.This kayak trip is appropriate for beginner and intermediate paddlers in good physical condition.
Sale Price: $105