#Hamilton city shuttle

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Explore the Convenience of Shuttle Services in Hamilton with Shuttle2Home

Hamilton, one of New Zealand’s vibrant cities, is a business, tourism, and leisure activity hub. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, efficient and reliable transport is essential for hassle-free travel. Shuttle2Home is your trusted partner for safe, comfortable, affordable Hamilton city shuttle services.

Seamless Hamilton City Shuttle Services

Navigating Hamilton is easier with Shuttle2Home’s city shuttle services. Whether commuting for work, attending events, or exploring the city’s attractions, our shuttles ensure punctuality and comfort. Our professional drivers and well-maintained vehicles provide a stress-free journey, allowing you to focus on your plans while we take care of your transportation needs.

Reliable Hamilton Airport Transport

Traveling to or from the airport? Look no further than Shuttle2Home for your Hamilton airport transport. We understand the importance of timely arrivals and departures, ensuring you never miss a flight or face delays. From individual travelers to larger groups, our shuttles are designed to accommodate your requirements, providing door-to-door service and peace of mind.

Flexible Hamilton Shuttle Options

Our Hamilton shuttles services cater to a wide range of travel needs. Whether you’re heading to a business meeting, a family gathering, or a tourist spot, we offer flexible schedules and routes to suit your plans. Our spacious and comfortable buses ensure that your journey is pleasant, no matter the distance.

Exclusive Hamilton Private Shuttle

For those seeking privacy and personalized service, our Hamilton private shuttle is the perfect choice. Ideal for corporate travelers, families, or special occasions, these shuttles offer exclusive use, ensuring privacy and tailored service. Experience luxury and convenience with Shuttle2Home’s private shuttle options, crafted to elevate your travel experience.

Why Choose Shuttle2Home?

Reliable Service: We prioritize punctuality and customer satisfaction.

Affordable Rates: Enjoy premium transport without breaking the bank.

Comfort and Safety: Our modern fleet is equipped with all amenities for a smooth ride.

Professional Drivers: Friendly, experienced drivers who know Hamilton well.

Book Your Shuttle Service Today!

With Shuttle2Home, your travel in and around Hamilton is no longer a hassle. Whether you need a city shuttle, airport transport, or a private service, we are here to meet your needs. Book your ride now and experience unparalleled convenience with the best shuttle services in Hamilton.

Visit Shuttle2Home to learn more and make a booking.

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Dopamine is named for the emotional rollercoaster of her last several years, the peaks and valleys of a life she has mostly kept private. In 2020, Normani's mother was diagnosed with breast cancer for a second time after being in remission for 19 years. The following year, just when Andrea had finished chemotherapy, doctors found a lump in her father, Derrick's, prostate: He had cancer, too. Normani considers herself closer with her family than her friends. "I needed to be at home, with my family," she says. They both urged her to keep working on her album though, and not to defer a dream they'd all participated in since Normani was 3 years old.

Normani Kordei Hamilton was born in 1996 to a mother who was a flight attendant and a father who was a union official. The family moved from Atlanta to New Orleans in 1999, and whenever her parents were away for work, her grandmother, Barbara, would take care of her. She was 3 when she fell in love with musicals. She remembers watching John Huston's 1982 film, Annie, and turning to look at her mother, saying, "Mom, I want to do that, I want to be in the TV." Her parents took her seriously and enrolled her in dance classes; it was Barbara who paid for them and sewed all of her costumes. By the time she was 8, she'd grown fond of the dance-focused music videos she'd see on BET's 106 & Park and would do the choreography for Destiny's Child tracks with her friends at birthday parties. (They were partial to "Soldier" and "Cater 2 U.") Ordinarily, Normani was shy and quiet. But when she performed, she would become someone else.

When they snuck back into the city to recover some of their belongings, her parents found the neighbor's shed in their pool. Their family photos were all destroyed. They took what they could, left behind the pet turtles, and decided to start over in Texas. "We were in the car," recalls Normani, "and my mom asked, 'Do you want to go to Dallas to see your godmother? Or to Houston? I hear Beyoncé is from there.'" She laughs. "That was the deciding factor." In Houston, they stayed in a hotel for four months, deleting their savings and stretching their food. Normani, who was entering the sixth grade, struggled to adjust in school before deciding to be homeschooled. This gave her the space to commit more fully to dance, gymnastics, and singing. Her mother would crisscross the states every weekend to bring her to dance competitions and shuttle her to Los Angeles for various auditions. (At 13, she briefly appeared on HBO's Treme, as a child caught in a post-Katrina New Orleans.) At 15, she got on X Factor. The judges (Britney Spears, L.A. Reid, Demi Lovato, and Simon Cowell) didn't think she was ready for a solo career, but Cowell and Reid thought she had potential in a five-piece outfit. They merged her with four other young women, Dinah Jane, Lauren Jauregui, Camila Cabello, and Ally Brooke, who had also auditioned as solo artists, and had them sign a joint record deal under Reid's label Epic Records via Syco Music, the same Cowell-owned label that backed Little Mix, CNCO, and One Direction.

Fifth Harmony became one of the most commercially successful girl groups of all time over a span of six years, selling 33 million records. For Normani, the group was a blessing that also traumatized her. She refers to her "time in the group" like a prison sentence ordered and duly served. But she says she was grateful for her ability to hide. "I didn't want to be at the forefront," she says. "It wasn't until later that I started feeling like a token."

When Normani came out with her single Wild Side, it was nocturnal and assertive, but with a hint of playfulness. Normani believed in the song enough to fund the music video herself, which cost upwards of $1 million; it's a psychedelic, gravity-defying montage of leopard print, crushed velvet, and acres of glistening skin that sees the singer phasing through cielings, doing the splits in full leather, and dancing with a doppelganger like the closing scene from Annihilation.

"My mom says she wants a tattoo," Normani shares with a flutter of laughter. "It's funny because growing up, she was always like, 'It's not worth it to get your bellybutton pierced or to have tattoos. Your body is a temple.'" Normani has two: the bootlike outline of Lousiana on her right ankle, and the phrase "God's Daughter" in script on her clavicle. Both were impulsive decisions. "Because I think so much and I'm so intentional when it comes to music-related things, or anything to do with my career, when it's something outside of that, I allow myself to move before I can second-guess myself," she says.

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Events 11.15 (after 1970)

1971 – Intel releases the world's first commercial single-chip microprocessor, the 4004. 1976 – René Lévesque and the Parti Québécois take power to become the first Quebec government of the 20th century clearly in favor of independence. 1978 – A chartered Douglas DC-8 crashes near Colombo, Sri Lanka, killing 183. 1979 – A package from Unabomber Ted Kaczynski begins smoking in the cargo hold of a flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C., forcing the plane to make an emergency landing. 1983 – Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus declares independence; it is only recognized by Turkey. 1985 – A research assistant is injured when a package from the Unabomber addressed to a University of Michigan professor explodes. 1985 – The Anglo-Irish Agreement is signed at Hillsborough Castle by British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and Irish Taoiseach Garret FitzGerald. 1987 – In Brașov, Romania, workers rebel against the communist regime of Nicolae Ceaușescu. 1987 – Continental Airlines Flight 1713 crashes during takeoff from Stapleton International Airport in Denver, Colorado, killing 25. 1988 – In the Soviet Union, the uncrewed Shuttle Buran makes its only space flight. 1988 – Israeli–Palestinian conflict: An independent State of Palestine is proclaimed by the Palestinian National Council. 1988 – The first Fairtrade label, Max Havelaar, is launched in the Netherlands. 1990 – The Communist People's Republic of Bulgaria is disestablished and a new republican government is instituted. 1990 – Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on STS-38, a classified mission for the Department of Defense. 1994 – A magnitude 7.1 earthquake hits the central Philippine island of Mindoro, killing 78 people, injuring 430 and triggering a tsunami up to 8.5 m (28 ft) high. 2000 – A chartered Antonov An-24 crashes after takeoff from Luanda, Angola, killing more than 40 people. 2000 – Jharkhand officially becomes the 28th state of India, formed from eighteen districts of southern Bihar. 2001 – Microsoft launches the Xbox game console. 2002 – Hu Jintao becomes General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party and a new nine-member Politburo Standing Committee is inaugurated. 2003 – The first day of the 2003 Istanbul bombings, in which two car bombs, targeting two synagogues, explode, kill 25 people and wound 300 more. 2006 – Al Jazeera English launches worldwide. 2007 – Cyclone Sidr hits Bangladesh, killing an estimated 5,000 people and destroying parts of the world's largest mangrove forest, the Sundarbans. 2012 – Xi Jinping becomes General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party and a new seven-member Politburo Standing Committee is inaugurated. 2013 – Sony releases the PlayStation 4 (PS4) game console. 2016 – Hong Kong's High Court bans elected politicians Yau Wai-ching and Baggio Leung from the city's Parliament. 2017 – A flood a few miles outside of Athens results in the death of 25 people. 2020 – Lewis Hamilton wins the Turkish Grand Prix and secures his seventh drivers' title, equalling the all-time record held by Michael Schumacher. 2022 – The world population reached eight billion.

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Auckland Hamilton Tauranga Shuttles: A Convenient and Reliable Transportation Option

Introduction to Shuttle Services in New Zealand

Traveling between Auckland, Hamilton, and Tauranga has become more accessible thanks to the rise of shuttle services. Whether for business, tourism, or simply visiting family and friends, these shuttles provide a stress-free and comfortable option. With a well-established road network connecting these major cities, choosing a shuttle offers an affordable and hassle-free alternative to driving or flying.

Why Choose Shuttle Services Over Other Transportation?

There are several reasons why Express Shuttles Auckland, Hamilton, and Tauranga shuttles have become a preferred option for many travelers. First, the cost-effectiveness is unmatched, especially when compared to the price of flights or car rentals. With shuttles, you save money on transportation and avoid the cost of fuel, parking fees, and the stress of navigating unfamiliar roads. Shuttle services also offer flexibility, with frequent trips between Auckland, Hamilton, and Tauranga, making finding a schedule that fits your needs easy.

Comfort and Convenience on the Road

Shuttle services prioritize passenger comfort. Most shuttle vehicles are spacious, air-conditioned, and equipped with amenities like Wi-Fi, allowing passengers to relax or even get some work done during the journey. The door-to-door service is another big advantage, as you can be picked up from your home or hotel and dropped off at your desired destination without needing transfers or additional transportation. This convenience makes shuttles particularly popular for airport transfers and intercity travel.

Safe and Reliable Travel Between Cities

Safety is a top concern for travelers, and shuttle companies pride themselves on maintaining high standards. Professional drivers are familiar with the routes between Auckland, Hamilton, and Tauranga, ensuring a smooth and safe ride. The vehicles are regularly maintained and undergo strict inspections to ensure reliability. For those who may be unfamiliar with the roads, especially international visitors, using a shuttle service can provide peace of mind.

An Eco-Friendly Choice for Intercity Travel

Another reason to consider shuttle services is their positive environmental impact. By choosing a shuttle over driving your own car, you help reduce the number of vehicles on the road, which in turn lowers carbon emissions. Many shuttle companies are also taking additional steps to make their services more eco-friendly, such as using fuel-efficient vehicles or investing in electric shuttles. This makes it a great option for environmentally conscious travelers.

Ideal for Group Travel and Special Events

Shuttle services aren’t just for individual passengers. They are also ideal for groups traveling together for weddings, corporate events, or even sightseeing tours. Group shuttles can be arranged to accommodate a larger number of passengers, providing a cost-effective and comfortable way to travel together. For families or business teams, this can enhance the travel experience and reduce the stress of coordinating multiple vehicles.

Booking Your Shuttle Is Easy

The booking process for shuttle services between Auckland, Hamilton, and Tauranga is simple and straightforward. Most shuttle companies offer online booking platforms where you can choose your pickup and drop-off locations, select your preferred travel time, and even make payment in advance. Many services also offer flexible cancellation policies, so if your plans change, you can adjust your booking with minimal hassle.

Conclusion: A Smart Way to Travel

Whether you're commuting for work, heading to the airport, or planning a weekend getaway, Auckland, Hamilton, and Tauranga shuttles offer a smart and reliable way to travel. With affordable pricing, comfort, safety, and eco-friendliness, shuttle services are the go-to choice for many New Zealanders and visitors alike.

Blog Resources:-https://expressshuttle.blogspot.com/2024/09/auckland-hamilton-tauranga-shuttles.html

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May 2024 News: Jane's Walk Canal History Tour; New Haven Bike Month; Ride the State in June

Dear Friend of the Farmington Canal Greenway,

We wanted to wish you a happy springtime and provide you with a few important updates:

* Jane's Walk: 200 Years of Transportation History on the Farmington Canal, May 4, 10am-12pm, Meet at William Lanson Statue

Join us on May 4 for a guided tour of Farmington Canal history as part of "Jane's Walk," a statewide program of guided tours taking place May 4-5 to celebrate the birthday of legendary urbanist Jane Jacobs. Explore 200 years of transportation history, from canal to railroad to beloved multi-use trail, with Aaron Goode of New Haven Friends of the Farmington Canal Greenway and special guest speakers. Learn about the engineers, entrepreneurs, financiers, dreamers, and immigrant laborers who built the Canal and created New Haven as we know it today. We will discuss murals, historic sites and other placemaking efforts along the Farmington Canal Greenway that have made the Greenway one of the signature places in New Haven.

We are pleased to announce that we will be joined on the walk by Roz Hamilton of Amistad Committee, Inc., who will discuss the creation of the William Lanson statue. We will also end our walk at the The Newhallville Learning Corridor where we will hear from Community Place-making & Engagement Network about their place-making activities on and near the trail.

Meet at 10am at the William Lanson statue near Sachem Street. The walk is flat and about 2 miles total.

* New Haven Bike Month Happy Hour at Fussy Coffee, May 15, 4:30-6:30pm

Join us for a New Haven Bike Month Happy Hour at Fussy Coffee along the Trail at Winchester Avenue and Munson Street. Hosted by Frances Osugi, New Haven Coalition for Active Transportation and New Haven Friends of the Farmington Canal Greenway. Bike, walk, or take the bus there if you can! Find out about all Bike Month events here.

* Arts & Ideas Festival Farmington Canal Bike Ride, June 15, 9am-12pm

Join Elm City Cycling and the International Festival of Arts & Ideas for a bike ride on the Farmington Canal. The ride will be approximately 3 hours and will leave from the New Haven Green at 9am. Helmets and registration are required. Register here.

* SAVE THE DATE for Ride The State, June 22, 2024

This is a great opportunity to ride the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail all the way from New Haven to Massachusetts in a supported group ride setting. It is an amazing way to see the many sides of Connecticut including both historic cities and rural scenery. There will be a shuttle returning riders from Massachusetts to New Haven after the ride is complete. “Ride The State” is always a great experience and a unique way of seeing Connecticut! Register here. (We have some scholarships available for low-income riders -- please contact us if interested in this opportunity.)

* CT Trail Census - Get Involved with this Awesome Data Project! We are really glad to be participating in the CT Trail Census again this year, as we have since 2017. Participating in this research project provides us really valuable data about trail usage in New Haven and across the state. Last year our infrared counters showed that there were over 150,000 trips taken on the trail in New Haven, and the trendline continues to go up, up, up! We need help this year with collecting manual count forms that enable us to calibrate our infrared sensors. Please contact us if you are interested in helping out with this fascinating and useful project – we really need help completing some manual counts to make sure our infrared counter is calibrated correctly!

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As always, thank you for your ongoing support. 

New Haven Friends of the Farmington Canal Greenway www.newhavencanalfriends.org

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Sunday, April 07, 2024 Canadian TV Listings (Times Eastern)

WHERE CAN I FIND THOSE PREMIERES?: GO! GO! LOSER RANGER! (Disney + Star) BEACON 23 (MGM+) SPACE SHUTTLE COLUMBIA: THE FINAL FLIGHT (CNN) 9:00pm WHEN CALLS THE HEART (Super Channel Heart & Home) 9:00pm

WHAT IS NOT PREMIERING IN CANADA TONIGHT?: 2024 CMT MUSIC AWARDS (CBS Feed) MR BATES VS THE POST OFFICE (PBS Feed)

NEW TO AMAZON PRIME CANADA/CBC GEM/CRAVE TV/DISNEY + STAR/NETFLIX CANADA:

CBC GEM YOUNGER (Season 7 + One Hour Special)

DISNEY + STAR GO! GO! LOSER RANGER! (Premiere Episode)

CURLING (TSN/TSN3) 4:00am: LGT World Men's Curling Championship: Bronze Medal (TSN/TSN3/TSN5) 9:00am: LGT World Men's Curling Championship: Gold Medal

2024 IIHF WOMEN'S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP (TSN3/TSN4) 11:00am: Sweden vs. Japan (TSN3/TSN4) 3:00pm: Canada vs. Czechia (TSN3) 7:00pm: China vs. Denmark

MLB BASEBALL (SN) 1:00pm: Jays vs. Yankees (SN Now) 4:00pm: Red Sox vs. Angels (TSN/TSN4) 7:00pm: Astros vs. Rangers

NHL HOCKEY (SN1) 1:00pm: Sabres vs. Red Wings (TSN5) 6:00pm: Sens vs. Capitals (SN) 7:00pm: Predators vs. Devils (TSN2) 7:00pm: Habs vs. Rangers (SN) 10:00pm: Stars vs. Avalanche

MLS SOCCER (TSN2) 1:30pm: Kansas City vs. Portland

NBA BASKETBALL (SN) 7:00pm: Warriors vs. Spurs (SN1) 6:00pm: Wizards vs. Raptors (SN1) 8:30pm: Jazz vs. Warriors (TSN4) 10:00pm: Timberwolves vs. Lakers

NORTHERN AIR RESCUE (APTN) 7:00pm: With the surprising resignation of one of Missinippi Airways' senior managers, others line up seeking an opportunity for advancement. Later, a new first officer arrives from South America and gets a crash course in the unique challenges of northern.

OCEAN WARRIORS: MISSION READY (APTN) 7:30pm: Representatives from the eight Coastal Nations Coast Guard Auxiliary teams travel to Prince Rupert to take part in a friendly skills competition. Who will emerge victorious?

SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE (CTV) 8:00pm: Bitten by a radioactive spider, teenager Miles Morales suddenly develops mysterious powers that transform him into Spider-Man. He must now use his newfound skills to battle the evil Kingpin, a hulking madman who can open portals to other universes.

WHEN CALLS THE HEART (W Network) 8:00pm (SEASON 9 PREMIERE): Change is in the air for Hope Valley, with the foundry to be built and an upcoming mayoral election; Elizabeth arrives home from a trip to Hamilton; a potential investor arrives in town to discuss the oil business with Luca.

YELLOWSTONE WARDENS (Animal Planet Canada) 8:00pm: Region 1 wardens are left speechless after witnessing a squatter on public land and are on high alert during the annual Yellowstone River Boat Float; during the pursuit of an upland game, a license check comes up empty and the wardens scramble.

BIG BROTHER CANADA (Global) 9:00pm

HIGH COUNTRY (CTV Drama) 9:00pm: On the anniversary of a local boy's murder, Sam Dyson pledges to bring his prime suspect, Damien, to justice; Andie warns against harassment, but Sam can't help himself, forcing Andie to take action.

INTO THE DARK: TREEHOUSE (T&E) 9:00pm: A celebrity chef tries to escape a recent wave of negative tabloid exposure by retreating to his family's vacation estate in the woods, but the ghosts of his past are everywhere and debts will be settled.

PROSPER (Super Channel Fuse) 9:00pm: Cal returns to U Star with plans to bring Jed back into the fold and solve the Charity Tax bill.

THE CURSE OF OAK ISLAND (History Canada) 10:00pm: The team is ecstatic when a recent theory about Nolan's Cross comes to fruition while they prepare for a European adventure on the horizon.

BRYAN'S ALL IN (HGTV Canada) 10:00pm: With the purchase of a seaside fishing resort, Rob and Lorraine have quickly become full-time dragon slayers fixing a never-ending slew of renovation surprises. But with new problems constantly creeping up on them.

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Parkwoods in Thane: A Comprehensive Guide to Dynamix Group's 2 BHK Flats

In the bustling city of Thane, where every nook and cranny seems to be teeming with life, finding the perfect blend of comfort and luxury in a residential space can be a daunting task. However, Dynamix Group's Parkwoods emerges as a beacon of tranquility in the chaos, offering a haven for those seeking 2 BHK flats in Thane.

Discovering the Strategic Location

Nestled  strategically in Thane, Parkwoods stands as a testament to convenience. Its prime location ensures easy access to major business hubs, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities, making it an ideal choice for families and professionals alike.

HEALTH CENTER

3.8 KMS Hiranandani Hospital

7.8 KMS Jupiter Hospital

BUSINESS PARK

3.5 KMS 202 Hamilton Hiranandani Business Park

4.5 KMS Tata Consultancy Service Olympus

ENTERTAINMENT AND RETAIL

100 MTS D Mart

KM Suraj Water Park

1.2 KMS Hypercity

EDUCATION

3.8 KMS Poddar International School

3.8 KMS Orchid International School

Architectural Marvel of 2 BHK Flats

Amenities

3 Levels of Security

6 High-Speed Elevators with Designated Fire Lifts

Air Conditioned Apartments

Banqueting Spaces

Business Lounge

Recreation Redefined

Why Choose Parkwoods Over Other 2 BHK Properties in Thane?

FEATURES:

Land Area : 11 Acres

2 Tower of 55 Storeys

6 high-speed elevators with designated fire lifts

Separate shuttle elevators for parking, ensuring better performance and safety

Mailbox room and society offices

3 levels of security (main entrance, building lobby, and home door)

Seismic and wind-factored design

Affordability Without Compromise

Dynamix Group understands the importance of a sound investment. Parkwoods not only offers luxurious living but does so at a price point that ensures value for money, setting it apart from other properties in Thane.

Conclusion: Your Dream Home Awaits at Parkwoods

In conclusion, Dynamix Group's Parkwoods in Thane isn't just a residential complex; it's a lifestyle choice. With a prime location, unmatched amenities, and a commitment to quality, Parkwoods stands tall among 2 BHK properties in Thane. Secure your slice of luxury in this urban oasis and redefine your living experience.

For more details visit our website :- https://www.propmart.co/city/properties-in-thane/

Contact Us:  9689007160

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Denver Vacation: Exploring the Mile-High Magic

Nestled against the majestic backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, Denver, the capital of Colorado, beckons travelers with a unique blend of urban sophistication and outdoor adventure. As a city that sits exactly one mile above sea level, Denver offers a captivating mix of cultural attractions, vibrant neighborhoods, and access to unparalleled natural beauty. This article delves into the essence of a Denver vacation, guiding travelers through the must-see attractions, diverse neighborhoods, and outdoor adventures that make a visit to the Mile-High City an unforgettable experience.

Discovering Downtown Denver:

16th Street Mall: Begin your Denver vacation by exploring the iconic 16th Street Mall. This bustling pedestrian mall is lined with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. Hop on the free MallRide shuttle for a convenient way to traverse the length of the mall and take in the vibrant atmosphere.

Union Station: A historic landmark and transportation hub, Union Station has been revitalized into a chic space featuring restaurants, bars, and a boutique hotel. Grab a cup of coffee or indulge in a gourmet meal while enjoying the architectural charm of this Denver gem.

Denver Art Museum (DAM): Art enthusiasts will find solace in the Denver Art Museum, home to an extensive collection of American Indian, Western, and contemporary art. The unique architecture of the Hamilton Building is an attraction in itself, making DAM a must-visit cultural destination.

Colorado State Capitol: A visit to the Colorado State Capitol offers panoramic views of Denver and the Rocky Mountains. Climb the steps to see the distinctive gold-plated dome and explore the interior, including the Mile-High Marker on the 13th step, symbolizing Denver's elevation.

Denver Botanic Gardens: For a serene escape, head to the Denver Botanic Gardens. Explore themed gardens, including the Japanese Garden and the Boettcher Memorial Tropical Conservatory. The gardens host various events and concerts throughout the year, providing a peaceful retreat within the city.

Diverse Neighborhoods to Explore:

LoDo (Lower Downtown): LoDo is Denver's historic district, known for its red-brick buildings, trendy boutiques, and vibrant nightlife. Explore the microbreweries, art galleries, and the historic Union Station in this lively neighborhood.

RiNo (River North): RiNo has evolved into Denver's arts and creative hub. Murals, galleries, and avant-garde spaces define this neighborhood. Stroll through the Denver Central Market and experience the dynamic energy of RiNo's ever-changing art scene.

Capitol Hill: Capitol Hill is a bohemian neighborhood with historic architecture, eclectic shops, and a diverse dining scene. Take a walking tour to appreciate the well-preserved Victorian homes and immerse yourself in Capitol Hill's unique character.

Cherry Creek: Cherry Creek offers a mix of upscale shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation. The Cherry Creek Trail is perfect for a leisurely bike ride, while the Cherry Creek Shopping Center caters to those seeking high-end retail therapy.

Outdoor Adventures in and Around Denver:

Red Rocks Amphitheatre: Just a short drive from downtown, Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a geological marvel and an iconic music venue. Even if you're not catching a concert, exploring the amphitheater and hiking the surrounding trails provides a breathtaking experience.

Rocky Mountain National Park: Embark on a day trip to Rocky Mountain National Park, located just over an hour from Denver. Hike, drive the Trail Ridge Road, and witness the awe-inspiring landscapes of alpine meadows, towering peaks, and diverse wildlife.

Denver Mountain Parks: Closer to the city, Denver Mountain Parks offer a variety of outdoor activities. Visit Genesee Park for buffalo viewing, hike at Lookout Mountain, or enjoy a scenic drive through the historic Lariat Loop.

City Park: City Park, adjacent to the Denver Zoo and the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, provides a vast green space for picnics, sports, and relaxation. The park's centerpiece, Ferril Lake, offers stunning views of the city skyline against the backdrop of the mountains.

Culinary Delights in Denver:

Denver's Craft Beer Scene: Denver is renowned for its craft beer scene, with numerous microbreweries and taprooms scattered across the city. Take a brewery tour or simply explore neighborhoods like LoDo or RiNo to discover local brews and innovative flavors.

Farm-to-Table Dining: Embrace Denver's commitment to farm-to-table dining by exploring restaurants that showcase locally sourced ingredients. The city's culinary scene celebrates diversity, offering everything from innovative fusion dishes to classic comfort food.

Food Truck Culture: Denver's food truck culture adds a dynamic element to the culinary scene. Head to Civic Center Park or any of the city's food truck gatherings to indulge in a variety of international cuisines and innovative street food creations.

Denver Central Market: Located in the RiNo neighborhood, the Denver Central Market is a gourmet food hall featuring artisanal products, fresh produce, and a diverse array of culinary delights. It's a one-stop destination for food enthusiasts seeking a taste of Denver's culinary innovation.

Conclusion:

A Denver vacation unfolds as a journey through diverse neighborhoods, cultural landmarks, and breathtaking outdoor landscapes. From the vibrant streets of downtown to the tranquility of City Park and the majestic heights of the Rocky Mountains, Denver offers a myriad of experiences for every type of traveler. Immerse yourself in the Mile-High magic, and let the unique spirit of Denver leave an indelible mark on your travel memories.

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SUPERMAN ADVENTURES #22

Written by Mark Millar Drawn by Aluir Amancio Published by DC Comics

"WAR GAMES PART 1"

Mark Millar tries a different track with this story, as it's part 1 of a rare 2-part story for this series. A rash of technical malfunctions starts happening all across Metropolis. Boats, planes, and trains are crashing due to computer malfunctions, a S.T.A.R. Labs space shuttle falls from the sky, traffic lights are going out causing dozens of car accidents, and even Lex Luthor almost dies when his private helicopter loses power mid-flight. Superman does his best to save people and avert disasters, but even with his speed, he can't be everywhere at once. And things get really bad when all power shuts down, plunging the city into a blackout.

Eventually, with the help of his friend Professor Hamilton, Superman tracks the source of this chaos to his own Fortress of Solitude, with a dramatic return of one of his most deadly foes.

I won't spoil the ending, which hinges on a dire cliffhanger. But it's a very thrilling issue, with lots of action. Millar also manages to inject some comedic moments, such as when a train is set to crash and everyone is freaking out, but one passenger is calm because he sees Lois Lane sitting across from him, and notes that she's "that reporter lady that Superman always rescues from burning buildings and stuff," so he's sure they'll be fine. There's also Lex Luthor's embarrassment at having to be saved by Superman.

And, again, Aluir Amancio illustrates the action beautifully. Check it out!

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Mr Chicken and Bermuda National Day!

Friday 27th May 2022

Last night (Thursday) was the ‘Surf & Turf Dinner’ served in the Beach Bar Restaurant. Sadly, there was no lobster in evidence but there were plenty of other tasty dishes to choose from. Needless to say, my starter comprised Green-lipped Mussels, Baby Clams and Prawns with potato salad while my main included King Prawn skewers and BBQ Steak with Mac & Cheese, Vegetable Gratin & Boursin Mash.

I’m not one for desserts much but the Chocolate Ganache Gateau looked enticing and my instinct proved right because it was discretely delicious.

The following morning however (this morning, that is), Andrew went off to the Gym to work off some of last night, while Sally, Angie & I were all of the same mind and went for a dip in the sea, which was invigorating!

Now we only discovered after we got here at Grotto Bay that today is Bermuda National Day, a major public holiday for which, since 1979, they have been holding a celebratory parade in the city of Hamilton; except that for the last two years, it was suspended due to the pandemic. As this year would be the first parade since 2019, it would have been churlish of us not to want to see at least some of it, so with a minimal bus service today, we signed-up for the hotel shuttle-bus into Hamilton.

We set up ‘camp’ in Victoria Park around 11.30am, as the parade route was due to pass down one side of the park. The locals were all out in force, having themselves ‘camped out’ under mini marquees, some of them overnight apparently, lining the streets along the parade route.

While we waited, yours truly volunteered to go and get KFC, except that once there, I discovered a frightful queue and a promised waiting time of 2hrs for chicken! So I went two doors up the street to Mr Chicken, where I waited another 45minutes! Meanwhile, the parade began at 1.30pm and as a result, I missed the Regimental Band at the head of it! Ah well, serves me right for volunteering!

As for the parade itself, it was a modest affair, somewhat akin to the Southgate Carnival of years gone by back home but with very large gaps - and rather long waits - between the groups.

With 37 groups or floats in the overall parade however, all the most colourful stuff wasn’t due until towards the very end but by 3.30 in the afternoon, we had seen only up to entry no.13. Sadly, our return shuttle-bus was due to pick us up at 4pm, so we had to leave, just a wee bit disappointed I guess.

Nevertheless, it was a nice day out and an interesting insight into local culture that we hadn’t expected and had never seen before - and as for my craving for KFC, the least said the better!

Dinner at the hotel tonight was back in the Hibiscus Restaurant and after Asparagus Soup, I had the Thai Curry Spiced Red Snapper, which was pretty good.

After dinner, there was some entertainment tonight in the Palm Court Restaurant in the form of local comedian ‘Bootsie’. Popular on local radio here, his humour was lost on us but maybe that’s because we’re ‘stiff Brits’!

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Hank Henshaw first appeared as a crew member on board the doomed NASA Space Shuttle Excalibur in Superman (vol. 2) #42, and Henshaw and the other crew members were next seen in Adventures of Superman #465.[4][5]

Hank and the other three members of the Excalibur crew, including his wife Terri, are part of a radiation experiment designed by LexCorp that is affected by a solar flare, causing their shuttle to crash.[1] As a result of their radiation exposure, the human bodies of two crew members were destroyed. However, their minds survived and they were able to construct new bodies out of cosmic radiation and bits of earth and wreckage from the shuttle, respectively. Initially, Henshaw and his wife suffer no ill effects from the radiation (though Hank's hair turns white), and the crew travels to Metropolis in the hopes of using LexCorp facilities to cure their mutated crewmates. During a brief battle with Superman, one crew member, now composed of radiation, becomes unhinged and flies into the Sun, destroying himself. By this time, Henshaw's body has started to rapidly decay, while his wife is beginning to phase into an alternate dimension. With Superman's help, Henshaw is able to use the LexCorp facilities to save Terri. The remaining member of the shuttle crew commits suicide, using an MRI booth to tear apart the metallic components of his body.[6]

Though Henshaw's physical body expired, he was able to transfer his consciousness into the LexCorp mainframe. Now able to control technology, Henshaw appears to his wife in a robotic body. The shock of this bizarre rebirth is too much for Terri to bear and in a fit of insanity, she jumps to her death. By this point, Henshaw's electronic consciousness has begun to disrupt Earth's communications networks. Using NASA communications equipment, Henshaw beams his mind into the birthing matrix which had carried Superman from Krypton to Earth as an infant.[1] He creates a small exploration craft from the birthing matrix and departs into outer space alone.[7]

Henshaw spends some time traveling between planets, bonding with local lifeforms to learn about the culture and history of various worlds. Henshaw comes to believe that Superman was responsible for the tragedy of the Excalibur after learning that around the time of the accident, the Man of Steel had thrown a rogue Kryptonian artificial intelligence (the Eradicator) into the Sun. Henshaw believes that this created the solar flare that resulted in the Excalibur crew's transformations (although Superman had shared this concern with Terri after he had saved her life and she had confirmed that the flares would have been triggered before Superman disposed of the Eradicator).[8] Over time, Henshaw becomes delusional and paranoid, believing that the Man of Steel had intentionally caused the deaths of himself, his wife, and his crew, then driven him from Earth. Arriving on a planet controlled by alien overlord and Superman foe Mongul, Henshaw learns of Warworld and forcibly recruits Mongul as part of a plan for revenge against Superman.[9]

Reign of the SupermenEdit

Main article: The Death of Superman



Cover of Superman (vol. 2) #79. Art by Dan Jurgens.

With Superman apparently dead after his battle with Doomsday, Henshaw decides to pose as him in order to destroy his reputation. To that end, the Cyborg claims to be Superman reborn, the result of the hero's body being pieced together and revived with technology. The Cyborg then uses knowledge obtained from Superman's birthing matrix to construct a body that is genetically identical to Superman's.[9] When analyzed closely by Professor Hamilton, the Cyborg passes for the real thing, due to components within himself that include Kryptonian alloys, combined with the fact that the replaced body parts correspond with those parts of the original Superman's body that were most severely injured in his fight with Doomsday.[10]

After destroying a Superman memorial plaque in front of the Daily Planet, the Cyborg exiles Doomsday into space, prevents a nuclear meltdown, and saves the President of the United States from an assassination attempt. The White House then endorses the Cyborg as the 'true' Superman.[11][12] When confronted by Lois Lane, the Cyborg claims his memory is "blurry", but he can see a "spaceship on a farm and the name Kent", suggesting that Henshaw may be aware of Superman's secret identity.[10]

Henshaw's arrival as Superman is simultaneous with that of three others: John Henry Irons (the self-styled Man of Steel), the Eradicator (the self-styled Last Son of Krypton), and the modern Superboy.[11] The endorsement of the President ensures that the Cyborg eclipses the rest of the heroes claiming to be Superman's heir. During this time, two cults spring up in anticipation of Superman's return from the dead: one that deifies the Eradicator and another that venerates the Cyborg. Supporters of both eventually come to blows over which is the real Superman.

Destroying Coast CityEdit

When an alien ship appears over Coast City, the Cyborg attacks and severely injures the Eradicator, allowing Mongul's craft to destroy the city. The Cyborg also murders an entire family of vacationers trying to find a way out of the devastated area.[13] The Cyborg was then able to convince the White House and the public that the Eradicator was responsible.[14] After tricking and defeating Superboy, Henshaw prepares to launch a nuclear warhead intended to convert Metropolis into a second Engine City.[14][15]

Superboy is able to escape and warn John Henry Irons, Supergirl, and the resurrected (but powerless) original Superman of the Cyborg's plans.[9][16] The quartet travels to the site of the former Coast City, and Superman (whose powers are slowly returning), Supergirl, and Steel confront Mongul and the Cyborg, while Superboy stops the missile from hitting Metropolis.[17] While Green Lantern defeats Mongul, the Cyborg lures Superman and the Eradicator to the Engine City main reactor and attempts to kill Superman with the kryptonite that powers the engine. When Henshaw tries to kill Superman with a concentrated blast of kryptonite radiation, the Eradicator intercepts the blast at the expense of his own life. As the kryptonite energy passes through the Eradicator, the radiation is altered and acts to fully restore Superman's powers. Superman is then able to easily defeat the already weakened Cyborg by sticking his arm through Henshaw's chest, killing him and shattering his body. When Henshaw panics and states that he will "somehow" find a way to come back, a doubting Superman simply says that if Henshaw does, he will be waiting.[18]

It was later revealed that Henshaw chose to attack Coast City first because he and his late wife were former residents. This was part of an effort to erase his former life.[19]

ReturnEdit



Hank Henshaw in Superman/Doomsday: Hunter/Prey #1, drawn by Dan Jurgens and Brett Breeding

Before exiling Doomsday into space, Henshaw had installed a device on the monster to allow him to detect if Doomsday were to ever escape. After the destruction of his Cyborg Superman form, Henshaw transfers his consciousness into this device as Doomsday is "the safest place in the galaxy" for the Cyborg to hide. Doomsday is brought on board a space cruiser and, despite frantic efforts of the crew to jettison him, kills the crew, and upon landing on Apokolips, proceeds to pillage the planet.

When Superman, his power now boosted by being repowered by "purple kryptonite", arrives; Henshaw emerges by reconfiguring an armored Apokoliptian trooper, brutally murdered by Doomsday, into a new body (which, by all accounts, had its DNA overwritten with the Kryptonian DNA Henshaw had obtained while in Superman's birthing matrix, and thus still retains a portion of Superman's abilities and still looks the way the Cyborg Superman looked, except for a change in the color of the Cyborg's metallic components) and proceeds to lay siege to the planet alongside Doomsday. The Cyborg successfully takes over most of Apokolips but is captured by Darkseid's Omega Beams during a battle with Superman.[20]

Apokolips and beyondEdit

Darkseid did not kill the Cyborg; rather, the Omega Effect captured Henshaw in a small orb, with Darkseid planning to use the Cyborg against Superman at a later date.[21] Darkseid eventually frees Henshaw with the understanding that Henshaw is to leave Apokolips and never return.

The Cyborg eventually aligns himself with an intergalactic Tribunal which is seeking to bring Superman to trial for the crimes of his ancestors. Henshaw assists the Tribunal in capturing the Eradicator, Superboy, Supergirl, Steel, and Alpha Centurion, who had intended to rescue Superman. However, the Cyborg betrayed the Tribunal and attempted to conquer their planet for conversion into a new Warworld. Superman and his allies stop the Cyborg's plan and, when Henshaw's involvement in the destruction of Coast City is brought to the attention of the Tribunal, they find him guilty of genocide and sentence him to death. As an electronic consciousness, Henshaw cannot be killed by normal means and is transported beyond the event horizon of a black hole, where not even light can escape from the gravity.

Rather than being destroyed, the Cyborg is transported (unknowingly by another villain, Thanos) to a Marvel Multiverse dimension designated as 616, as seen at the beginning of the Green Lantern/Silver Surfer: Unholy Alliances crossover one-shot issue. The Cyborg destroys a planet in another attempt to recreate Warworld, attracting the attention of the Silver Surfer. Their short battle is interrupted by the arrival of Parallax, who has been tracking the Cyborg for some time, seeking vengeance for the destruction of Coast City. In the confusion, Henshaw escapes and is returned to the DC Universe. Parallax undoes the destruction of the planet that Henshaw had caused using power donated from the Silver Surfer.



Henshaw in his later, less Superman-based configuration. Art by Doug Mahnke

The Cyborg encounters Hal Jordan again at the Source Wall,[22] a nexus of statues that channels vital energy to preserve the Fourth World. Parallax uses his powers to generate representations of the victims of Coast City, which tear the Cyborg's body apart. Jordan then disperses Henshaw's consciousness, and the Cyborg is seemingly destroyed once again.[1]

During a crisis involving the Godwave, Superman (wearing his blue energy costume at the time) travels to New Genesis and encounters Henshaw again. Henshaw has taken part of the Source Wall's structure and crafted a small world made up of his memories, which he uses to taunt Superman before being defeated again. Unknown to Superman, the Cyborg stored his own consciousness in Superman's high-tech containment suit. After Superman returns to Earth, Henshaw escapes and constructs a new body, this time posing as an art teacher at a high school in an attempt to start over. He is a popular teacher and befriends the blind Ashbury Armstrong (daughter of Dirk Armstrong), but ultimately his rage towards Superman causes him to reveal his true identity and his new body is lost in a fight with Superman. To escape detection, Henshaw stores his consciousness in a clay statue. This statue is later stolen by the Toyman and the two villains join forces to kill Superman. To this end, the Cyborg designs a machine that will break Superman's energy form down into multiple components and beam them to different points in the galaxy, preventing Superman from reforming. A malfunction in the machine causes Superman to split into Superman Blue and Superman Red, the latter of whom eventually defeats and recaptures the Cyborg.

The Cyborg later attempts to take over Kandor, but fails when he is defeated by Superman and sent to the Phantom Zone. Shortly after the Superman Y2K story, Henshaw escapes the Zone and attacks Superman, who was suffering from Kryptonite poisoning. Henshaw is defeated with the help of the Kandorians and sent back to the Phantom Zone, swearing revenge. However, he is not encountered on subsequent visits to the Zone.

ManhuntersEdit

Henshaw returns in a form similar to his original body, when he is revealed to be the Manhunters' new Grandmaster.[23] With his influence, the Manhunters have been upgraded with organic material, most notably with blood. On the Manhunter home world of Biot, in sector 3601, Henshaw is holding captive several assumed-to-be-dead Green Lanterns, most of whom appeared to die during the Emerald Twilight saga.

Henshaw has also used Kryptonian technology to upgrade the Manhunters. During the Green Lantern story arc No Fear,[24] Kryptonian robots are seen servicing the Manhunters. Henshaw, the Grandmaster, allowed the Green Lantern Corps to rebuild for unspecified reasons as a part of his master plan. While Henshaw explains that he first encountered the Manhunters around the time he was imprisoned in the Source Wall by Parallax, it has yet to be revealed how the Cyborg was able to escape the Phantom Zone and take control of Biot. Henshaw is defeated when Biot explodes, destroying most of his body aside from his head.

Henshaw's head is then brought by a Guardian back to Oa so that they can learn of how he was able to take control of Biot, what he has learned from the Manhunters and to learn about "the 52"[25] (referring to the 51 alternate Earths created during the second Crisis as well as their own reality). It is also revealed that the Cyborg knows of the 52, though exactly how he came by this knowledge is not made completely clear. It is stated that he has explored "The Bleed"; the space between dimensions, which could have occurred either when he was imprisoned there, when he was imprisoned in the Source Wall, or in his past exploration of the Marvel Universe.

Sinestro CorpsEdit



Cover art for Tales of the Sinestro Corps Presents: Cyborg Superman #1, by Ethan Van Sciver.

Henshaw's head is taken by the Sinestro Corps after their invasion of Oa to Qward. Henshaw is later seen as a herald of the newly returned Anti-Monitor. He reconstructs his cyborg body and replaces the S-symbol on his chest with the symbol of the Sinestro Corps. He now wields ten Qwardian power rings.[26] It is revealed that Henshaw has joined the Sinestro Corps so that the Anti-Monitor can later kill him and allow him to rest in peace.[27]

Henshaw was the focus of the Tales of the Sinestro Corps Presents: Cyborg Superman one-shot that was released on October 3, 2007.[8][28][29] In this book, Henshaw and his Manhunters head to Earth to assist the Sinestro Corps in their attack. En route, Henshaw stops leading the Manhunters which continue to their preprogrammed destinations. As he watches them go, he remembers everything that has happened to him, from their dreadful shuttle accident to his wife's suicide when she sees him in his robot form. He finishes this journey down memory lane by going to his wife's grave. He digs her corpse out and rips it into two, shouting that all he wants is not to be with her, but for these memories to fade.[8]

Meanwhile, the Manhunters begin an assault on the JLA satellite. Hawkgirl, Black Lightning, and Red Arrow retaliate; however, all three are neutralized when Henshaw assists in the attack and he successfully tampers with the mechanics of the satellite core. As the satellite is thrown out of orbit, Superman appears and engages Henshaw in battle. Their fight continues on Earth, while Sinestro transports his crew and his ship from the anti-matter universe. At first Superman seems to have the upper hand; however after two punches, Henshaw strikes with great power and rage, punching him through the Statue of Liberty. By the end, Henshaw has Superman in a choke hold, thinking that the victory is near.[8]

He is later seen briefly in Tales of the Sinestro Corps Presents: Superman-Prime, having presumably been beaten back by the combined strength of Superman, Supergirl, and Power Girl.[30]

When the Green Lantern Corps decide to detonate New Warworld and the central power battery of the Sinestro Corps to destroy the Anti-Monitor, Henshaw allows himself to be trapped behind a shield and exposed to the massive explosion. Before he is destroyed, however, he thanks the Green Lantern Corps.[31]

Most of Henshaw's body survived the explosion, but it took further damage when Superman-Prime hurled the Anti-Monitor into space. The upper part of his skull was retrieved by the android Manhunters. Unable to detect any life signs and confused without his leadership, the Manhunters reanimated the brain of the Cyborg Superman. He shed a tear when he realized he was still alive.[31]

Death and retrievalEdit

In the Brightest Day crossover, Henshaw would eventually return and work with the Alpha Lanterns as they attempted to augment every Green Lantern, including Ganthet, into an Alpha.[32][33] This was apparently at the suggestion of the robed figure holding Ion and Parallax, who told him that Ganthet held the knowledge to destroy him permanently, after Henshaw's attempts to provoke Nekron into killing him during the Blackest Night failed because he lacked a heart to attract Nekron's interest.[34] By threatening to make the Alpha Lanterns kill themselves if Ganthet does not cooperate, Henshaw forces Ganthet to work on reversing the augments that turned the Green Lanterns into Alpha Lanterns, hoping that he can use the resulting information to restore his original mortal body.[35]

Henshaw was seemingly killed when his lifeforce was finally separated from his nearly indestructible body by the combined full powered blasts of several Lanterns and Ganthet, and appeared on the mental plane of Alpha-Lantern Boodikka in an attempt to take her bio-mechanical body over, where both beings were their original, un-powered selves. Her essence, gifted with her innate, formidable combat skills, engaged his in one-on-one combat, and she quickly overpowered and killed his astral form.

Afterwards, however, Ganthet noted immediately that there was something different about her. Boodikka claims this is because Ganthet's newly discovered emotions allowed him to see her as she is (Boodikka's true self, now in control of her body again), not by what she is (an Alpha Lantern).[36]

In the Reign of Doomsday crossover, Boodikka was attacked by Doomsday while investigating the remains of New Krypton, and Henshaw was revealed to still be alive inside her, forming a new body out of her internal circuitry to fight Doomsday while Batman and Supergirl were trying to repair Boodikka.[37] Henshaw uses his abilities to take control of the JLA Watchtower and uses the satellite's defenses in an attempt to kill Doomsday, reasoning that if he could manage to destroy the creature that killed Superman, it would prove once and for all that he is superior to Superman. After the creature is violently dismembered by Henshaw, it somehow absorbs the nanotechnology from Henshaw's body and repairs itself, becoming a new being dubbed Cyborg Doomsday. Cyborg Doomsday somehow manages to negate Henshaw's ability to repair himself, which leads Henshaw to believe that he might finally meet his demise. Supergirl bursts onto the scene and attempts to stop Doomsday herself, but Henshaw fires an energy blast at her, stating that he would not allow her to defeat the creature that had humiliatingly beaten him only moments before. With Supergirl distracted, Cyborg Doomsday knocks her out and then tears one of Henshaw's arms off before departing with both of his unconscious captives.[38] Trapped in a satellite with the other Supermen, the heroes conclude that Henshaw has been trapped with them to keep them disorganized due to the tensions caused by his presence, prompting Henshaw to depart and search the satellite himself. After Superman arrives to rescue his comrades, Henshaw reveals that the Doomsdays that fought them were actually all clones of the original created by Lex Luthor.[39] Henshaw tries to fight them, but Superman rips his central node off, knowing that they would not survive a confrontation with the Doomsdays.[40] After the Doomsday clones are sent to another dimension, Henshaw is in custody of S.T.A.R. Labs.[41]

The New 52 and DC RebirthEdit

In September 2011, The New 52 rebooted DC's continuity. In this new timeline, a fully human Henshaw appears as a doctor working for the Advanced Prosthetic Research Centre and colleague of Caitlin Fairchild. He is tasked into reactivating the android Spartan.[42]

While in space and after saving a planet called I'noxia, Supergirl discovers an amnesiac Cyborg Superman living there. This version is revealed to be Zor-El, who survives Krypton's destruction and is reconfigured as a half-human half-machine by Brainiac to be his scout looking for stronger species in the universe. His heart was switched with that of a human to remove his ability to be affected by kryptonite.[43]

When the human Henshaw is sent into space on the Excalibur on a long-term mission, he is monitored by the Clark Kent and Lois Lane of the pre-Flashpoint universe, who were trapped in the New 52 world following the Convergence, with Superman seeking to prevent the rise of some of his former adversaries in this world. When the Excalibur crashes after returning from a ten-year journey to Jupiter and back, Superman saves the ship, but is puzzled to see that Henshaw is the only person on board.[44] Taking Henshaw to a base he has established in the Arctic regions to better assess if this Henshaw is a threat or not, Superman is briefly forced to face both Henshaw and a new foe called Blanque, who possesses powerful telepathic and telekinetic abilities and was also kept in the fortress, but once Blanque is focused on fighting Superman, Henshaw helps Superman defeat this new foe with the weapons of a spaceship that was also kept in the fortress. It is later revealed that Henshaw acquired part of an object known as 'the Oblivion Stone' on Jupiter, with Superman forced to face an alien warrior seeking both Henshaw's part of the stone and another part kept in the fortress, but Superman drives her off, Henshaw claiming when questioned that he had no memory of anything that happened on the Excalibur or between it landing and him being discovered.[45]

After the reality disruption caused by Mister Mxyzptlk caused the histories of the pre-Flashpoint and New 52 Superman to merge during the DC Rebirth reboot, Henshaw's memories of his past as the Cyborg Superman were restored. With this knowledge, he set out to assemble various old foes of Superman like Metallo, the Eradicator, Blanque, and his old 'ally' Mongul to form the Superman Revenge Squad before using the Oblivion Stone to restore his body to its Cyborg Superman state. He even expressed interest into recruiting General Zod to his group.[46] The new Superman Revenge Squad then set out for Kal-El's Fortress of Solitude to obtain the Phantom Zone Projector, still in need of Zod's Kryptonian army to defeat the Superman family. What the Cyborg did not realize was that Zod was using the Squad to achieve his own ends. After finding his family trapped within the Zone's confines, Zod betrayed them, leaving Henshaw trapped within the Phantom Zone.[47]

He would soon be released by his hated enemy, Superman, on account of an epiphany Clark had while on a time traveling excursion with Booster Gold. To keep the maddened bionic menace docile while he came up with a more humane means of detaining him, Superman gave Henshaw a Kryptonian memory crystal that would pacify the Cyborg Superman's rage by letting him relive his happiest memories in an fantasy world fabricated by his own mind.[48] This self-imposed incarceration would not last, however, as the demented machine man found another means of escape. While he was trapped, a part of his mind escaped into the universe, where he sought to manipulate the Guardians and their appointed intergalactic law enforcement bureau, the Green Lantern Corps, to facilitate his escape.[49]

Even trapped within Superman's Kryptonian dwelling, Henshaw was able to influence the Central Power Battery back on Oa a universe away. From within his cell, he orchestrated a mystery surrounding the death of a Guardian to find a powerful weapon, the Phantom Ring.[50] After hacking into the Lantern ring network, Henshaw used the unsuspecting Corpsmen Simon Baz, to break the Cyborg out of the Fortress of Solitude and deliver him the Phantom Ring.[50] Though Henshaw was able to capture the Green Lanterns as his hacking into their main central Power Battery rendered their rings useless,[51] however due to John Stewart and Simon Baz using the Kryptonian weapons that Simon borrowed from the Fortress, along with the fact that any Green Lantern who had not recharged their rings prior to Henshaw hacking into the main battery (such as Hal Jordan and Kilowog) were immune, allowing them to fight back.[52] In retaliation, Henshaw retreated to Earth with the intention to recreate the disaster of destroying Coast City with the power of the Phantom Ring. With the help of other Green Lantern Corpsmen (such as Sodam Yat), Henshaw was defeated and forced to retreat with the Phantom Ring

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Conspiracy theories that are just plausible enough to believe

Trump thinks the Framers of the Constitution were the guards who put the document in the display case at the National Archives, the guys who physically framed it.

He thinks George Washington wrote and signed the Declaration of Independence, and that that's what started his presidency.

He thinks he American Revolution ended on July 4, 1776.

He thinks the Bill of Rights was an actual bill, like a check, a receipt, like the colonies were billing the King for rights instead of money.

He thinks the treasury is full of cold coins and rubies and strings of pearls like a pirate’s treasure chest. He thinks Fort Knox is in Washington and that we still use the gold standard because he doesn’t understand the concept of fiat currency.

He thinks we can just print more money and avoid inflation by just not telling anyone about it; that way nobody knows there’s more of it, so nobody knows the value is supposed to drop.

He thinks the House of Representatives has living quarters and that members of Congress have to live there like it’s their actual house, “the house of the representatives.”

He thinks it was called the “civil” war because the generals were all very polite and reverent to one another. He similtanesouly believes it was called the “civil” war because the soldiers were drafted civilians.

He thinks a war draft is like the NFL draft, where the branches of the military take turns picking the best soldiers one by one.

He thinks we had spy satellites during World War II, maybe even earlier.

He thinks North Carolina was part of the Union, like Carolina was one state split in two during the civil war. Same thing with North and South Dakota.

He can’t name all 50 states, nor can he find most of them on an unlabeled map.

He thinks Korea and Vietnam are the same thing, or at least that their wars were one and the same.

He thinks we used the Space Shuttle to get to the moon.

He wanted to build launch sites in the mountains because he thinks they’ll save fuel by being closer to space.

He thinks we nuked Japan as retaliation for Pearl Harbor.

He confuses Austria with Australia, as well as Sweden with Switzerland, Iran with Iraq, and the country Georgia with the US state of Georgia (both of which he thinks are named after George Washington).

He thinks the Gateway Arch spans the Mississippi River like a bridge, and that St Louis is in Louisiana.

He thinks the Mississippi River stretches from the Gulf of Mexico into the Great Lakes, following the border of Wisconsin and Minnesota to Lake Superior.

He thinks George Washington was born in Washington, DC and that’s why it’s named after him.

He thinks Ben Franklin and Alexander Hamilton were presidents.

He thinks Thomas Jefferson was the second president because he’s on the 2 dollar bill.

He thinks that every state has a big city named after itself like New York City, Oklahoma City, Kansas City.

He thinks state counties and congressional districts are the same thing.

He thinks Abe Lincoln and Teddy Roosevelt were founding fathers.

He thinks Teddy Roosevelt and Franklin Roosevelt were father and son.

He thinks the W in George W Bush stands for Washington.

He thinks Martin Luther (the Protestant reformer) is related to Martin Luther King.

He thinks Queen Elizabeth I was the mother of Queen Elizabeth II.

He thinks all Native tribes took part in the first Thanksgiving, regardless of what part of the continent they’re from.

[brookstonalmanac]

Events 6.20 (before 1945)

451 – Battle of Chalons: Flavius Aetius' battles Attila the Hun. After the battle, which was inconclusive, Attila retreats, causing the Romans to interpret it as a victory. 1180 – First Battle of Uji, starting the Genpei War in Japan. 1622 – The Battle of Höchst takes place during the Thirty Years' War. 1631 – The Sack of Baltimore: The Irish village of Baltimore is attacked by Barbary slave traders. 1652 – Tarhoncu Ahmed Pasha is appointed Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire. 1685 – Monmouth Rebellion: James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth declares himself King of England at Bridgwater. 1756 – A British garrison is imprisoned in the Black Hole of Calcutta. 1782 – The U.S. Congress adopts the Great Seal of the United States. 1787 – Oliver Ellsworth moves at the Federal Convention to call the government the 'United States'. 1789 – Deputies of the French Third Estate take the Tennis Court Oath. 1791 – King Louis XVI, disguised as a valet, and the French royal family attempt to flee Paris during the French Revolution. 1819 – The U.S. vessel SS Savannah arrives at Liverpool, United Kingdom. It is the first steam-propelled vessel to cross the Atlantic, although most of the journey is made under sail. 1837 – King William IV dies, and is succeeded by his niece, Victoria. 1840 – Samuel Morse receives the patent for the telegraph. 1862 – Barbu Catargiu, the Prime Minister of Romania, is assassinated. 1863 – American Civil War: West Virginia is admitted as the 35th U.S. state. 1877 – Alexander Graham Bell installs the world's first commercial telephone service in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. 1893 – Lizzie Borden is acquitted of the murders of her father and stepmother. 1895 – The Kiel Canal, crossing the base of the Jutland peninsula and the busiest artificial waterway in the world, is officially opened. 1900 – Boxer Rebellion: The Imperial Chinese Army begins a 55-day siege of the Legation Quarter in Beijing, China. 1900 – Baron Eduard Toll, leader of the Russian Polar Expedition of 1900, departs Saint Petersburg in Russia on the explorer ship Zarya, never to return. 1921 – Workers of Buckingham and Carnatic Mills in the city of Chennai, India, begin a four-month strike. 1926 – The 28th International Eucharistic Congress begins in Chicago, with over 250,000 spectators attending the opening procession. 1942 – The Holocaust: Kazimierz Piechowski and three others, dressed as members of the SS-Totenkopfverbände, steal an SS staff car and escape from the Auschwitz concentration camp. 1943 – The Detroit race riot breaks out and continues for three more days. 1943 – World War II: The Royal Air Force launches Operation Bellicose, the first shuttle bombing raid of the war. Avro Lancaster bombers damage the V-2 rocket production facilities at the Zeppelin Works while en route to an air base in Algeria. 1944 – World War II: The Battle of the Philippine Sea concludes with a decisive U.S. naval victory. The lopsided naval air battle is also known as the "Great Marianas Turkey Shoot". 1944 – World War II: During the Continuation War, the Soviet Union demands unconditional surrender from Finland during the beginning of partially successful Vyborg–Petrozavodsk Offensive. The Finnish government refuses. 1944 – The experimental MW 18014 V-2 rocket reaches an altitude of 176 km, becoming the first man-made object to reach outer space.

[travelexploreworldlove]

East Coast of Australia 🇦🇺

We landed in a very smoky Sydney and collected our luggage and picked up our rental car from Apex. (Hyuandi Accent)

2 ½ hours later we arrived at the Cumberland Motor Inn in Cessnock. It was a clean standard room, with everything we needed. We headed to bed early, as we had to get up at 3:30am for the hot air balloon.

We met the Balloon Aloft at 4am at Peterson House. We chose our breakfast and made our way to the site were we would take off. The air balloon was set up and we boarded it. Unfortunately due to the fires, it was very smoky which meant we couldn’t see anything. After a 30-minute flight we safety landed and we got our breakfast.

Port MacQuarie

We travelled on to Port MacQuarie, it was a small seaside town. We were staying in Port MacQuarie hotel, with the room was extremely basic with a shared bathroom. There was also no air conditioning so it was very hot (as it was 35 degrees).

We walked around the town in the afternoon and had some dinner in the restaurant.

Coffs Harbour

The next day it was time to travel further up the East Coast to Coffs Harbour where we stayed in an Ibis. It was a clean room with air conditioning and private bathroom. We walked along the pier and visited the famous ‘Big Banana’. It was a very quiet town with not a lot to do!

Byron Bay

We travelled 4 ½ hours to Byron Bay in 35 degrees, it was extremely hot! We stayed in an Airbnb about a 10-minute walk from the town centre. The room was clean and tidy with a private bathroom.

As it was nice weather, we decided to walk up to Cape Byron lighthouse, it was a tough walk in the heat but the views were worth it.

We had dinner in Miss Margarita (a Mexican restaurant) and had a few drinks in the Beach Hotel and Sticky Wicket Bar.

Byron Bay was exactly what I had imagined, a very laid-back hippy town. There were many young travellers and plenty of nightlife.

The next morning it was lashing with rain, so we made our way into town for a late breakfast at Byron Fresh. We walked around the town and picked up some souvenirs. Later on, we waited until the rain had stopped and went out to Bayger, which is a famous burger bar - the food was so tasty. We watched an Australian band called ‘Thunderfox’ at the Beach Motel.

Surfers Paradise

We made our way to Surfers Paradise, only a short hours drive. We were staying in an Airbnb in Paradise Island. After we checked in, we went to the gym. Later on in the evening we walked into the town, where there was lots and lots of bars and restaurants. We ended up eating in Costa D'oro Italian Restaurant. It was so lively, with nightclubs, pub-crawls and lots of young travellers.

Looking back we should have stayed another night in Surfers Paradise!

Brisbane

The next morning, after going to the gym – we made the 1-hour journey to Brisbane. We were staying in the Ibis Styles in the CBD. I was very impressed with the hotel, it was so clean and the room was lovely. The only downside was there was no wifi.  

In the evening we walked around the city (mainly the harbor), which I was really liked, it reminded me of Sydney. We had a few drinks and snacks in the Bavarian Beer House.

The next day we went to the gym and got ready to walk around the city. It was 40 degrees, so we could only manage to stay out for 30 minutes before coming back to the hotel. We decided to do the washing and wait until it cooled down in the evening. Later on, we did some shopping and had dinner at WingHaus.

Hervey Bay

After checking out at 11am, we made our way to Hervey Bay – it took 3 ½ hours. We were staying the night in an Airbnb with a private bathroom. The room/bathroom was not very clean – least it was only for one night! We walked the pier and cooked our own dinner in the Airbnb.

Fraser Island

The next morning we were due to get the 3:30pm ferry to Fraser Island, but we decided to get the earlier ferry to have more time on Fraser Island. We had booked a 3 day/2 night Cool Dingos tour so therefore they took our bags at the ferry and they would be delivered to our room on Fraser Island.

When we got to main hotel on the island, The Kingfisher Resort (5 minute walk from the ferry), we were given the keys to our room and a shuttle took us to the ‘Wilderness Lodge’. This accommodation was very basic, it had a shared bathroom/communal area which we would be sharing with others on our tour.

That evening we met the rest of our group at the Dingo Bar and took part in a Bushtucker experience, were we got to eat different food such as Kangaroo and Crocodile.

In total there was 18 people in our tour, most of them girls and some solo travellers. When we got back from dinner, 7 of them were staying in our lodge and they made so much noise it was hard to sleep - even though we had to get up at 630am the next morning!

After our breakfast at the Dingo Bar, we got on the converted 4x4 bus and made our way to Lake Wabby and Lake Mackenzie. As the track was made of sand it was awful, there was potholes everywhere and we constantly were moving side to side!

When we got to Lake Wabby we trekked 3 kilometers over sand to a massive green dirty lake – I wasn’t impressed.

For lunch we stopped at a Rainforest park and went for a short walk along the freshwater stream. Finally, our last stop was Lake Mackenzie. It was beautiful, lovely clear water and white sand. We also saw a dingo walking along the beach!

That night we had sunset drinks at the bar and met the new people joining our group and the new tour guide, Wayne.

The final day, after breakfast we headed to 75 Mile Beach were we paid extra to take a 15minute flight over Fraser Island. It was so good, I am glad we did it!

We visited Champagne Pools, Indian Head and S.S. Maheno shipwreck. The last stop of the day was the Eli Creek, which was a freshwater creek, which was basically a lazy river. Wayne gave us Tyre Tubes to go down the creek – I really enjoyed it!

On our way back, Wayne was taking us to the ferry but as he was driving like a maniac, the bus got stuck in 2nd gear. This meant he didn’t think we would make the 5pm ferry. Fortunately we made it just in time!

Once we got back to Hervey Bay, we drove 4 ½ hours to Rockhampton Motel.

Airlie Beach

We checked out at 10am from the motel and drove 5 ½ hours to Airlie Beach. We were staying in Whitsundays Vista Holiday Apartments for 3 nights. We walked into the town in the evening and there were lots of bars, nightclubs and restaurants on the main street – it was very very busy! We had a few drinks and ate in KC’s Bar and Grill and listened to live music.

The next morning we met at the Port of Airlie at 730am and boarded the 8am boat to Hamilton Island. When we arrived at Hamilton Island we were allowed to use all the amenities on the island such as the resort pools. We walked around the island and had our lunch in the Marina Tavern (this was included on our ticket). We got the 1:10pm ferry to Whitehaven Beach, on the way to the beach and back it was an open bar with afternoon tea. The beach was absolutely stunning, beautiful white sand and clear water. We spent 2 hours on the beach.

The ferry picked us up and took us back to Airlie Beach, where we went to Woolworths and ate in the apartment.

The last day, we got the 8am ferry out to Hardy Reef. The ferry took 3 hours, with morning tea served. Once we got to Hardy Reef we took the 30minute submarine, which showed the reef without getting wet! Next we had our lunch and finally we got ready and snorkeled in the reef. I was very disappointed; I thought the coral would have been more colourful. There were fish but there wasn’t any turtles or mantra rays.  After spending 4 hours at the reef we got the 3-hour ferry back to Airlie Beach.

We got Dominoes for dinner as we were exhausted and were planning on getting up at 6am the next morning.

Cairns

We made the 7 ½ hour drive to Cairns, stopping in Townsville for lunch. We left the car back and were only charged $200 for a cracked windscreen! The arrived at the Doubletree Hilton and checked into our room. We then had a few drinks and dinner in the hotel restaurant. The hotel felt very quiet with the bar closing at 9pm.

On Christmas morning we watched a Christmas movie and went down for the lunch at 12pm. The Christmas lunch was not great and was not worth the money. The only thing good about it was the unlimited alcohol! Later on in the evening we watched National Lampoons Christmas Vacation.

On Boxing Day, we paid for breakfast in the hotel and went to the gym in the afternoon. We packed all our bags, to get ready for Bali tomorrow!

[terrordave1]

Although I’ve attended every Horrorhound/MASK-FEST for the last eight years, this one had me nervous. Having outgrown their old Marriott hotel guests were treated to a significantly larger (and pricier) one last year that didn’t seem to make a lot of folks happy. This year they finally graduated to the Indianapolis Convention Center – a venue I’d last visited back in 2005 for STAR WARS CELEBRATION III. I had no doubt it was large enough but was primarily concerned with the logistics and parking situation. Thankfully, it couldn’t have gone better. The 2019 Horrorhound Weekend would prove itself not only a winner in terms of organization but a true fan-pleaser by offering THREE events for the price of one. In addition to Horrorhound Weekend and MASK-FEST, there’d be a third show called Fact or Fiction featuring notable personalities from the world of the unknown. So if you’re a horror fan who’s also into UFO’s AND Cryptozoology like I am, this was the event you’ve been waiting for! 

Things didn’t start off as I’d hoped. Somehow I’d forgotten about the time difference between Chicago and Indianapolis and quickly found myself behind schedule. My daughters (Leia and Jade) and I entered the city smack dab in the middle of rush hour which slowed travel to a crawl. As a suburbanite, this was the part of the weekend I had been dreading the most; navigating city streets while trying to find affordable parking as close to the convention center as we could get. It turns out, Horrorhound had me covered. As soon as we pulled off the expressway, I spotted a man holding a big sign that read “Horrorhound.” We pulled up and he directed us to a $15 lot (a.k.a. a helluva lot cheaper than what the Marriott charged last year) and a FREE shuttle bus that brought you straight to the convention center’s front door. The shuttle was free, though tipping was encouraged and these friendly drivers proved themselves well worth it. They ran nonstop the duration of the weekend, so if you wanted to hang out with friends till 3 AM at the event, someone would bring you safely back to the lot. It was the easiest and most convenient arrangement I’ve seen at any major event I’ve ever attended. Kudos to Horrorhound Weekend!

Comfy Horrorhound shuttle bus sure beat walking!

We met up with Kellie Hamilton at the entrance of the main convention hall and she gave us our passes. All three of us were armed with our own SLR Canon cameras and ready to photograph as many masks as we could for next year’s “Countdown to MASK-FEST” series. After handing us our wristbands, she put on a mask of her own – the face of the father of MASK-FEST, Eric Austin. This signaled the approach of the man, himself, and it was great seeing him again. Eric’s a young guy who can coordinate a convention better than a seasoned pro. 

Eric Austin (RIGHT) – the charismatic father of MASK-FEST!

Like last year, MASK-FEST and Horrorhound shared one huge hall. The new “Fact or Fiction” show was directly across and in a separate room. We decided to start with the larger hall and the masks! 

Jade and Leia ready to shoot some masks!

One of the first familiar faces I saw were my friends from Pumpkin Pulp, Brian Blair and Vinny Landfert.

This year, in honor of “Fact or Fiction” they featured a special Bigfoot mask.“I just told him he should make a Bigfoot mask this past week,” said Landfert. “He literally created this thing within a couple days.” 

Brian Blair’s sensational Sasquatch!

Blair’s masterpiece was signed by a few of the more notable ‘Fact or Fiction’ guests including Bob Gimlin and Lyle Blackburn. Gimlin’s claim to fame is being present when Roger Patterson shot his infamous footage of an alleged Bigfoot (informally named “Patty” since the creature is believed to be female) back in 1967. I first saw that footage when I was seven years old on an old TV show called “In Search Of…” hosted by Leonard Nimoy. By that time, Patterson had already passed away leaving Gimlin the sole witness to the event a.k.a. the only man alive who knows what really happened that day. The Horrorhound website declared this to be the 87-year-old cowboy’s “final” convention appearance but Blair and Landfert told me they spoke with Bob and he told them he had at least a few more after this one. 

This year featured a new artist named Russ Turk. Among Turk’s memorable offerings was a severely injured Charlie Brown and raging alien from Roswell. Not all creative types are people-friendly but this New Jersey designer was eager to greet anyone passing his booth. The man brought a lot of energy and talent to MASK-FEST and I’m hoping he’ll return next year.

I also saw fellow Svengoolie fan, Jeff Carlson, the masterful artist behind Mani-Yack Monsters. He was very kind to us; giving my daughters and me free patches and magnets. 

Speaking of horror hosts, Indianapolis’ Sammy Terry had a booth here but I wasn’t able to see him. This is the son (Mark Carter) of the original Sammy Terry (Bob Carter) who took over the reins in 2011. I met him several years ago at a Days of the Dead event.

The former Ormon Grimsby was also present but as his alter ego, Craig Vance. Vance was selling his Dark Crystal Skeksis’ and dragon busts. I remember seeing the 1982 film at the theater when I was a kid but haven’t watched the new Netflix series yet. Since I have no shortage of things to see, I was hoping he could tell me if he thought this one was worth it or not but, unfortunately, he hadn’t seen it either.

The multi-talented Craig Vance

One series I have had the chance to watch and really enjoyed was Netflix’s The Umbrella Academy. I was happy to see masks worn by two of their characters Hazel (Cameron Britton) and Cha-Cha (Mary J. Blige).

  I know it’s strange, but one of the things I anticipate most about MASK-FEST is what handcrafted horror magnet I can add to my refrigerator. This year we stopped at Gabe LaPeer’s Homemade Horror booth and I let the girls decide.

They ended up choosing the Book of the Dead from the Evil Dead franchise and the comic from Creepshow (1982).

My daughter Leia purchased some cheap resin sculpts and with the help of some sculpy clay turned a generic skull into a Tarman magnet from Return of the Living Dead!

From this…

…to this!

Thanks to MASK-FEST my refrigerator is always ready for Halloween!

In addition to masks, there was another section devoted to life-sized models including the “Werecat” in Michael Jackson’s Thriller video. These were posed and standing next to where the killer vehicles used in Jeepers Creepers (2001) and Christine (1983) were parked and available for fan photos. The photos were like $20 a shot and you weren’t allowed to photograph them alone with your camera either.

  Here are some more great masks featured at the 2019 MASK-FEST. Please note that these are just a sampling of the ones we photographed. The 2020 “Countdown to MASK-FEST” will have much more!

  Having completed our MASK-FEST journey, it was time to start the next phase of this show.

Coming up…Horrorhound Weekend!

~Dave

The MASK-FEST Manifesto Although I’ve attended every Horrorhound/MASK-FEST for the last eight years, this one had me nervous. Having outgrown their old Marriott hotel guests were treated to a significantly larger (and pricier) one last year that didn't seem to make a lot of folks happy.