2 months ago
Up to 250 of the world's leading windsurfers, representing more than 40 nations, are competing for the iQFOiL World Championships.
The six-day competition, which starts on Monday, is being hosted by the Royal Yachting **** ociation (RYA) at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy in Dorset.
A fan zone next to Weymouth Pavilion, with a big screen, commentary, athlete interviews, music and medal ceremonies, will open on Saturday from 10:00 BST to 18:00, with racing from 12:00.
The zone will run alongside Weymouth Water Fest on the beach, where there will be opportunities to try free, bookable activities including kayaking, paddleboarding, beach yoga and sea swimming.
iQFOiL is the Olympic windsurfing class, with hydrofoil boards that lift clear of the water, reaching speeds of up to 35 knots (65kph).
#weymouth #royal
The six-day competition, which starts on Monday, is being hosted by the Royal Yachting **** ociation (RYA) at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy in Dorset.
A fan zone next to Weymouth Pavilion, with a big screen, commentary, athlete interviews, music and medal ceremonies, will open on Saturday from 10:00 BST to 18:00, with racing from 12:00.
The zone will run alongside Weymouth Water Fest on the beach, where there will be opportunities to try free, bookable activities including kayaking, paddleboarding, beach yoga and sea swimming.
iQFOiL is the Olympic windsurfing class, with hydrofoil boards that lift clear of the water, reaching speeds of up to 35 knots (65kph).
#weymouth #royal
2 months ago
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's kids will reportedly attend a "posh" UK school with a $35,000-a-year price tag. The Duke and ***** ss of Sussex were said to be sending Archie and Lilibet to a private prep school after their UK return. The recent report says the campus they chose includes luxury amenities, sports facilities, arts ***** es, and river access. The school has not been named for privacy reasons
As per a Page Six report, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet would attend a private UK prep school. The outlet says the school costs more than "$35,000 a year." The report also describes it as a "ritzy institution" with "state-of-the-art amenities." These include an indoor swimming pool, fitness center, grass playing fields, AstroTurf pitches, and river access for boating and kayaking.
Additionally, the campus reportedly has several creative and academic ***** es, including art studios, a cooking room, science labs, and a large theater. The school is also said to feature a music and performing arts center. It reportedly has practice rooms, classrooms, rehearsal ***** es, a recital hall, and a garden. Pupils also get on-campus breakfast, lunch, and supper, including falafel and slow-roasted lamb shoulder.
Ahead of the kids' first day, parents at a posh school in the UK reportedly received warnings. The letter told them not to take photos or videos of students as a privacy measure.
For context, Archie and Lilibet are expected to begin school this week. This comes after Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have returned to the UK for "an extended period." Although the family has not made a public appearance since the move, reports claim they are staying in the Cotswolds.
#reportedly #spaces
As per a Page Six report, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet would attend a private UK prep school. The outlet says the school costs more than "$35,000 a year." The report also describes it as a "ritzy institution" with "state-of-the-art amenities." These include an indoor swimming pool, fitness center, grass playing fields, AstroTurf pitches, and river access for boating and kayaking.
Additionally, the campus reportedly has several creative and academic ***** es, including art studios, a cooking room, science labs, and a large theater. The school is also said to feature a music and performing arts center. It reportedly has practice rooms, classrooms, rehearsal ***** es, a recital hall, and a garden. Pupils also get on-campus breakfast, lunch, and supper, including falafel and slow-roasted lamb shoulder.
Ahead of the kids' first day, parents at a posh school in the UK reportedly received warnings. The letter told them not to take photos or videos of students as a privacy measure.
For context, Archie and Lilibet are expected to begin school this week. This comes after Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have returned to the UK for "an extended period." Although the family has not made a public appearance since the move, reports claim they are staying in the Cotswolds.
#reportedly #spaces
2 months ago
Four Tune Up for Taming sessions to help participants prepare for the Taming of the Slough sessions will take place at the Bass Street Landing at the foot of 17th Street, Moline, a news release says. Sessions will be Thursday, Aug. 20, followed by Aug. 27, Sept. 3, and Sept. 10, all from 5:30-7 p.m.
Participants can work on paddling Sylvan Slough and biking skills on Sylvan Island trails. To reserve a kayak (free for tune-up sessions) call 563-322-2969, or email here.
The Taming of the Slough Adventure Race combines paddling, mountain biking and running for an athletic challenge and an exciting race.
The Taming of the Slough is for adventure triathletes and anyone looking to push themselves in kayaking, mountain biking, and running. Awarded categories include:
Men's Individual
#Biking
Participants can work on paddling Sylvan Slough and biking skills on Sylvan Island trails. To reserve a kayak (free for tune-up sessions) call 563-322-2969, or email here.
The Taming of the Slough Adventure Race combines paddling, mountain biking and running for an athletic challenge and an exciting race.
The Taming of the Slough is for adventure triathletes and anyone looking to push themselves in kayaking, mountain biking, and running. Awarded categories include:
Men's Individual
#Biking
3 months ago
The body of a missing teenager whose kayak capsized has been found in the North Sea.
Michael Henry, 19, was one of two men who found themselves in the water near Boulmer, in Northumberland, shortly after 21:15 BST on 7 July. The other managed to swim to a buoy where he was rescued by the coastguard.
Northumbria Police has now said the body of Henry, from the Rothbury area, was located off the coast of Blyth more than two weeks later on 26 July.
Formal identification has since taken place and a report had been prepared for the coroner.
The search for the teenager was previously called off on 15 July.
#teenager #north #michael #northumberland
Michael Henry, 19, was one of two men who found themselves in the water near Boulmer, in Northumberland, shortly after 21:15 BST on 7 July. The other managed to swim to a buoy where he was rescued by the coastguard.
Northumbria Police has now said the body of Henry, from the Rothbury area, was located off the coast of Blyth more than two weeks later on 26 July.
Formal identification has since taken place and a report had been prepared for the coroner.
The search for the teenager was previously called off on 15 July.
#teenager #north #michael #northumberland
3 months ago
Jennifer Aniston and Courteney ****** brought their decades-long friendship to the Mediterranean during a yacht outing off Mallorca, Spain.
The former Friends costars were photographed relaxing aboard the luxury vessel with Pedro Pascal and Aniston's boyfriend, Jim Curtis.
Aniston took a kayak onto the water, while ****** prepared for a swim wearing flippers.
The outing appeared to be a private vacation rather than a public event or promotional appearance. Neither actress shared the yacht photographs through her own social media accounts.
Photographs from the outing showed Aniston paddling away from the yacht before returning to the group. The 57-year-old actor wore a brown bikini top, pink bottoms and sunglasses.
#yacht #outing
The former Friends costars were photographed relaxing aboard the luxury vessel with Pedro Pascal and Aniston's boyfriend, Jim Curtis.
Aniston took a kayak onto the water, while ****** prepared for a swim wearing flippers.
The outing appeared to be a private vacation rather than a public event or promotional appearance. Neither actress shared the yacht photographs through her own social media accounts.
Photographs from the outing showed Aniston paddling away from the yacht before returning to the group. The 57-year-old actor wore a brown bikini top, pink bottoms and sunglasses.
#yacht #outing
3 months ago
Jennifer Aniston and Courteney ***** enjoyed a luxury yacht getaway in Mallorca alongside Pedro Pascal and Aniston's boyfriend, Jim Curtis
The former Friends costars were photographed relaxing aboard the yacht, with Aniston kayaking and ***** sporting flippers before heading into the water
The vacation comes as the longtime friends continue to celebrate their decades-long bond through birthday tributes and playful collaborations for Aniston's haircare line, LolaVie
Jennifer Aniston and Courteney ***** are spending time together once again.
The former Friends costars were spotted enjoying a luxury yacht getaway in Mallorca, Spain, where they were joined by Pedro Pascal and Aniston's boyfriend, Jim Curtis.
#yacht #curtis #luxury
The former Friends costars were photographed relaxing aboard the yacht, with Aniston kayaking and ***** sporting flippers before heading into the water
The vacation comes as the longtime friends continue to celebrate their decades-long bond through birthday tributes and playful collaborations for Aniston's haircare line, LolaVie
Jennifer Aniston and Courteney ***** are spending time together once again.
The former Friends costars were spotted enjoying a luxury yacht getaway in Mallorca, Spain, where they were joined by Pedro Pascal and Aniston's boyfriend, Jim Curtis.
#yacht #curtis #luxury
3 months ago
Evy Leibfarth climbed out of her boat into a throng of family, coaches and teammates — all of whom took turns embracing the home-country star.
Leibfarth made history Thursday afternoon in Oklahoma City, becoming the first American woman to medal in kayak slalom at a world championship since 2003 — the year before Leibfarth, 22, was born.
"A little bit of disbelief," Leibfarth said when asked how it felt. "Going into this event, I definitely knew that I had it in me to do it, but of course putting it on on race day is a whole different game. You have the conditions, the course out there is really hard and then competing against all the top ladies in the world. I'm really proud of myself and my team for making this happen."
Australian legend Jessica Fox took gold in the women's kayak final at the ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships. Great Britain's Kimberley Woods won bronze.
"They're some of my biggest idols but also girls I call friends," Leibfarth said of Fox and Woods, "so that's really special, too."
#World #course #thursday #oklahoma
Leibfarth made history Thursday afternoon in Oklahoma City, becoming the first American woman to medal in kayak slalom at a world championship since 2003 — the year before Leibfarth, 22, was born.
"A little bit of disbelief," Leibfarth said when asked how it felt. "Going into this event, I definitely knew that I had it in me to do it, but of course putting it on on race day is a whole different game. You have the conditions, the course out there is really hard and then competing against all the top ladies in the world. I'm really proud of myself and my team for making this happen."
Australian legend Jessica Fox took gold in the women's kayak final at the ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships. Great Britain's Kimberley Woods won bronze.
"They're some of my biggest idols but also girls I call friends," Leibfarth said of Fox and Woods, "so that's really special, too."
#World #course #thursday #oklahoma
3 months ago
Together, Expedia (EXPE) and Booking.com (BKNG) account for roughly half of the online travel agency market. While Booking's market capitalization of $139 billion dwarfs the roughly $32 billion market cap of its rival, Expedia stock has a spot on the Investor's Business Daily Breakout Stocks Index while Booking.com does not.
While both stocks recently reset their base counts, Expedia stands poised for a breakout, which would mark a record high. Meanwhile, Booking.com remains mired below its 200-day line.
Expedia's portfolio of brands includes Expedia for full-service booking, Hotels.com, specializing in hotels, and Vrbo to handle vacation rentals. Booking's portfolio includes Priceline, Agoda, Kayak, OpenTable, and Rentalcars.com.
While Hilton Worldwide (HLT) coined the term "Whycation," Expedia and Booking.com have both tapped into the trend of purpose-driven, goal-oriented getaways.
As part of its Unpack'26 report, Expedia also outlined its Set-Jetting Forecast, focusing on travel spots inspired by movies and TV shows. According to Expedia, 81% of Gen Z and millennial travelers now plan getaways based on TV shows and movies. Expedia also showcases Fan Voyage for sports travel and Farm Charm through its Vrbo business. Through Hotels.com, it also spotlights Salvaged Stays with retreats converted from architectural relics.
#travel #market #breakout
While both stocks recently reset their base counts, Expedia stands poised for a breakout, which would mark a record high. Meanwhile, Booking.com remains mired below its 200-day line.
Expedia's portfolio of brands includes Expedia for full-service booking, Hotels.com, specializing in hotels, and Vrbo to handle vacation rentals. Booking's portfolio includes Priceline, Agoda, Kayak, OpenTable, and Rentalcars.com.
While Hilton Worldwide (HLT) coined the term "Whycation," Expedia and Booking.com have both tapped into the trend of purpose-driven, goal-oriented getaways.
As part of its Unpack'26 report, Expedia also outlined its Set-Jetting Forecast, focusing on travel spots inspired by movies and TV shows. According to Expedia, 81% of Gen Z and millennial travelers now plan getaways based on TV shows and movies. Expedia also showcases Fan Voyage for sports travel and Farm Charm through its Vrbo business. Through Hotels.com, it also spotlights Salvaged Stays with retreats converted from architectural relics.
#travel #market #breakout
3 months ago
Britain's Joe Clarke marked the opening day of the ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships with a gold medal in the men's kayak cross in Oklahoma City.
The 33-year-old surged to victory in the individual time trial in 46.54 seconds at the Olympics Canoe Slalom venue set to be used at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
"It feels amazing. I've not been running the best the past couple of days and I tweaked my neck a little bit," Clarke said.
"Yesterday's kayak cross was probably one of the worst I've ever had, so to turn it around within 16 hours is fantastic and a great start to the competition."
Clarke won silver in the same event at Penrith last year, and has now won seven world **** les across all events.
#kayak
The 33-year-old surged to victory in the individual time trial in 46.54 seconds at the Olympics Canoe Slalom venue set to be used at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
"It feels amazing. I've not been running the best the past couple of days and I tweaked my neck a little bit," Clarke said.
"Yesterday's kayak cross was probably one of the worst I've ever had, so to turn it around within 16 hours is fantastic and a great start to the competition."
Clarke won silver in the same event at Penrith last year, and has now won seven world **** les across all events.
#kayak
4 months ago
A pub landlord used his kayak to help save a male swan from a near-fatal injury.
Sussex Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service (SVFRS) said its specialist rescue team was called to the swan, trapped in fishing wire with "a very large lure" between his beak and wing, in Langstone Harbour, Hampshire, on Saturday.
"The swan could have easily lost his life and his family of cygnets and mate lost their family member due to the carelessness of people fishing in the area," SVFRS said.
After a night at a wildlife hospital the swan was "happily released back to his family" on Sunday.
The initial plan was to deploy the SVFRS rowing boat, but it said that would have taken too long to arrive from the rescuers' base in Ford, West Sussex, and the swan "was in trouble and bleeding heavily".
Sussex Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service (SVFRS) said its specialist rescue team was called to the swan, trapped in fishing wire with "a very large lure" between his beak and wing, in Langstone Harbour, Hampshire, on Saturday.
"The swan could have easily lost his life and his family of cygnets and mate lost their family member due to the carelessness of people fishing in the area," SVFRS said.
After a night at a wildlife hospital the swan was "happily released back to his family" on Sunday.
The initial plan was to deploy the SVFRS rowing boat, but it said that would have taken too long to arrive from the rescuers' base in Ford, West Sussex, and the swan "was in trouble and bleeding heavily".
4 months ago
Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:BKNG) is one of the Iran Peace Deal Sends Oil Lower: Top 8 Travel Stocks to Buy Now. According to a report released on June 23, BTIG ******* yst Jake Fuller reaffirmed a Buy rating on Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:BKNG) with a price target of $250. The firm's price target offers an additional 37% upside from current levels. In contrast to BTIG, Richard Clarke from Bernstein reaffirmed a Hold rating on the stock on June 11. He also ******* igned a target price of $188 to the stock.
BKNG's exceptional long-term execution and scale advantages have helped it outperform the broader travel industry. The company has achieved this by focusing on attractive markets and efficiently attracting customers through its marketing and distribution channels. Moreover, with the increasing travel demand, BKNG is building platforms that hotels increasingly rely on.
The main reason for Richard Clarke's neutral stance is that the AI tailwind could pose a threat to travel companies. The ******* yst believes that as of now, Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:BKNG) is benefiting from its huge size and large network of travelers. However, as AI tools become widely available, the industry's focus may shift from pure scale to AI ******* istants. Hotels may prioritize AI-driven channels over online travel agencies for their best offers. This could create a long-term risk for the BKNG business model and its competitive position.
Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:BKNG) provides online travel and related solutions through its brands: Booking.com, Priceline, Agoda, KAYAK, and OpenTable. The company is based in Norwalk, Connecticut, and was founded in July 1997 by Jay Scott Walker.
While we acknowledge the potential of BKNG as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
BKNG's exceptional long-term execution and scale advantages have helped it outperform the broader travel industry. The company has achieved this by focusing on attractive markets and efficiently attracting customers through its marketing and distribution channels. Moreover, with the increasing travel demand, BKNG is building platforms that hotels increasingly rely on.
The main reason for Richard Clarke's neutral stance is that the AI tailwind could pose a threat to travel companies. The ******* yst believes that as of now, Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:BKNG) is benefiting from its huge size and large network of travelers. However, as AI tools become widely available, the industry's focus may shift from pure scale to AI ******* istants. Hotels may prioritize AI-driven channels over online travel agencies for their best offers. This could create a long-term risk for the BKNG business model and its competitive position.
Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:BKNG) provides online travel and related solutions through its brands: Booking.com, Priceline, Agoda, KAYAK, and OpenTable. The company is based in Norwalk, Connecticut, and was founded in July 1997 by Jay Scott Walker.
While we acknowledge the potential of BKNG as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
4 months ago
Utica is hosting is first-ever flatwater paddle race along the Erie Canal and Mohawk River, from Rome to Utica, according to a statement from the city.
The first annual Bank of Utica Canal Cities Classic, an 18-mile point-to-point flatwater paddle race will start at Bellamy Harbor Park in Rome and ends at Utica's Harbor Point on Sept. 19.
There is one portage at the Erie Canal Trail before the River St. bridge in Whitestown, a 350-yard carry that brings paddlers from the Erie Canal to the Mohawk River.
At the conclusion of the race, stay for the Erie Canal History & Heritage Festival, featuring live music by Our Common Roots, food trucks, Saranac beer tent, a mobile exhibit from the Utica Children's Museum, Oneida County History Center exhibit, and more!
"We could not be happier to see this event come to fruition," Utica Mayor Michael Galime said in a statement. "It started from a conversation on how to activate our harbor, grew into a fun discussion of a kayak and canoe race, and resulted in two communities working together connected by the canal, mohawk river, and our shared interests in growing our region. My sincere thanks go out to every partner. I can't wait for the inaugural start."
The first annual Bank of Utica Canal Cities Classic, an 18-mile point-to-point flatwater paddle race will start at Bellamy Harbor Park in Rome and ends at Utica's Harbor Point on Sept. 19.
There is one portage at the Erie Canal Trail before the River St. bridge in Whitestown, a 350-yard carry that brings paddlers from the Erie Canal to the Mohawk River.
At the conclusion of the race, stay for the Erie Canal History & Heritage Festival, featuring live music by Our Common Roots, food trucks, Saranac beer tent, a mobile exhibit from the Utica Children's Museum, Oneida County History Center exhibit, and more!
"We could not be happier to see this event come to fruition," Utica Mayor Michael Galime said in a statement. "It started from a conversation on how to activate our harbor, grew into a fun discussion of a kayak and canoe race, and resulted in two communities working together connected by the canal, mohawk river, and our shared interests in growing our region. My sincere thanks go out to every partner. I can't wait for the inaugural start."
1 yr. ago
KAYAK and Affirm expand exclusive partnership into Canada http://dlvr.it/TKwjPT
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