The Management of Windward Islands Airways (WINAIR) would like to advise travellers that the company’s schedule has been severely affected since Sunday afternoon. Unfortunately the schedule was affected as a direct result of heavy volcanic ash emanating from the island of Montserrat.

Management was forced to make a decision as a result of this situation and resorted to recalling its aircraft to St. Maarten instead of its usual plan of action of leaving them on Sunday evening in Nevis and Antigua. In a situation like this, extra inspections are necessary before continuing operations; therefore WINAIR decided on this plan of action to ensure safety of passengers. The airline is exhorting passengers to be patient because it is probable that volcanic activity may further affect the schedule in the coming days.

For full article, see http://www.smn-news.com/st-maarten-st-martin-news/3532-winairs-statement-on-its-schedule-being-affected.html

Photo from http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2007/01/images/070109-volcano-photo.jpg

Soufrière Hills volcano on the Caribbean island of Montserrat has been vigorously active recently, with the growing lava dome producing collapses, explosions, pyroclastic flows and considerable ash emissions.

Since 19 December south-easterly winds have caused ashfall in the inhabited north-west of the island. On 20 December the Montserrat Volcano Observatory reported ‘heavy ashfall in many inhabited areas of northwestern Montserrat on Saturday 19 December’ and forecast that ashfall would continue through Sunday and until at least the early hours of Monday.

According to reports on the Caribbean Hurricane Network, ash from Soufrière Hills reached islands north-west of Montserrat including St Maarten, Saba and Nevis. Caribbean airline LIAT has issued a warning that air travel between St Kitts, Nevis, St Maarten, Anguilla and Guadeloupe may be affected by Soufrière Hills ashfall.

[Thanks go to Barb Beier.]

For all our Soufrière Hills coverage: Soufrière Hills « The Volcanism Blog.

Information
Global Volcanism Program: Soufrière Hills – information about Soufrière Hills volcano (1600-05=)
Montserrat Volcano Observatory – comprehensive news and information from the MVO

The Montserrat Volcani Observatory reports that at 6:40 am on 10 December, 2009 a large pyroclastic flow travelled down Tyers Ghaut. This pyroclastic flow reached to below the west end of Lees village in the Dyers river, some 3.5 kilometers from the lava dome. This point has been stated by the MVO as the ‘Trigger point’ for raising the hazard level from 3 to 4. It signifies that larger pyroclastic flows moving down the Belham valley are a more likely possibility. Larger pyroclastic flows could be formed by a partial dome collapse which could involve several million cubic metres of material.

Since 24 November an increase in volcanic activity has been associated with growth of the lava dome at the summit, and in the last two weeks growth has become focused on the northern side. This has lead to approximately 100 m of lateral growth of the lava dome in a northward direction. Increasing the available material for the formation of pyroclastic flows. Pyroclastic flows down the northern flank have been abundant in the last few weeks, first occurring in Tuitts Ghaut. Over the last week these have started to move down Tyers Ghaut and the have increased in runout distance steadily over the past few days.

Following a meeting of NDPRAC, the decision was reached to raise the hazard level to 4.”The Montserrat Volcano Observatory is no longer in a position to give residents of Zone B sufficient warning of activity during hours of darkness,” a release from the government said. “Residents in Zone B will therefore, be restricted to daytime access only…Zone B will be open from 6:30 am to 5:30 pm daily. The Disaster Management Co-ordination Agency (DMCA) have opened shelters in Pasture Piece for those persons requiring overnight accommodation,” the statement said. Zone B covers Iles Bay, Belham, Waterworks, parts of Old Towne, and lower part of Happy Hill.
The MVO will continue to review levels of volcanic activity on a regular basis. Everyone is urged to tune into Radio Montserrat (ZJB) on 88.3 or 95.5 FM for further updates or they can visit the MVO website at www.mvo.ms,” says the statement.

Sounds a bit dull, I guess, and maybe not a reason to love travelling; indeed, I’ve moaned in previous posts about the pain which can be occasioned by riding camels and elephants.  But when you’re away transport is interesting; you can compare it to what you’re used to at home, or you  can try something completely different.  Below are just a few examples of different types of transport I’ve taken in some of the places I’ve visited – please use the comment feature to add your own.

Subway/underground trains

I had some fairly lofty ideas of what New York’s Metro system would be like.  For a start, I thought buying a ticket would be simpler than a deadly bunfight for the prize of one small yellow card to be used by three people.  I at least thought the card would work; alas, having swiped my Mum and my sister through the turnstile first, I was stranded on the wrong side of the barriers (which, absurdly, are two-way and thus even more lethal than those on the London Underground) due to insufficient credit.

Not wanting to fight my way back to the front of the queue at a packed Grand Central, I sidled towards the gate for disabled passengers and slipped through when a woman with a pushchair came the other way.  On the platform, I was shocked by how dirty it was.  Grand Central wasn’t too bad, but the stations at Brooklyn and Chinatown were dark, foul-smelling and full of rats.

Lighting in a St. Petersburg subway station

Stations in St. Petersburg, by contrast, are ornately decorated and filled with fake marble.  The ‘tickets’ are small brass tokens which allow you access to the escalators down to the platform.  The trains themselves wouldn’t be out of place in some kind of historical set; they are rickety and wooden, and it is a pleasant surprise that they work quite so well.

They are unbelievably clean, and in this respect they are similar to the underground networks in Berlin and Barcelona.  The stations in Naples are more akin to New York’s down-at-heel vibe, and the level of graffiti on the trains is extraordinary. 

Helicopter

Not your everyday mode of transport, admittedly, but sometimes the only way to experience a certain attraction.  When in Antigua in  the summer of 2006 I flew to Montserrat in a helicopter to go around the top of the Soufrière Hills volcano, which destroyed most of the tiny island in 1997.  The rock falls and ash venting were spectacular, on the journey between the islands I saw enormous turtles swimming in the sea.  You wouldn’t get that in England…

Bus

Note the luggage rack on top...

Taking a Nepalese bus is a pretty effective way to substantially decrease your life expectancy.  The drivers wind around narrow Himalayan roads in kamikaze fashion, barely slowing for buses and lorries passing in the opposite direction.  Creature comforts are at a minimum; ‘air-conditioning’ means forcing open a window far enough to gulp in some of the air (or a lungful of pollution if you’re in or around Kathmandu), and a seatbelt is unheard of. 

The tourist buses are in the minority as they are generally the ones without anyone riding on the roof…

Rickshaw

A favourite method of transport in India, you can either live it up with an engine-powered auto-rickshaw or let the driver take the strain with an “Indian helicopter” – a cycle rickshaw.  Cheap but often slow, the main advantage of rickshaws is that they can go into places which cars can’t. 

View from a cycle rickshaw at a crossroads in Varanasi, India

One day in Varanasi I told an auto driver I was running late.  He told me not to worry, and pulled in to buy some paan.  I was about to protest, until he got back in and threw the rickshaw onto the pavement and took a shortcut through a maze of back alleys, narrowly avoiding goats, chicken and children as we tore through the footpaths which were wide enough only by a few inches on each side.

The hazard level applying to Soufrière Hills volcano on Montserrat was raised on 10 December by NDPRAC, the National Disaster Preparedness and Response Advisory Committee, to the second-highest level of 4 (click here for an explanation of the extremely complicated Montserrat hazard level system). Pyroclastic flow activity associated with the growth of the lava dome has increased in intensity, with flows reaching a point 3.5 km from the lava dome. Still larger pyroclastic flows are a possibility: a partial dome collapse ‘could involve several million cubic metres of material’.

For more information see this bulletin on the Montserrat Volcano Observatory’s information-rich but very cumbersome website.

[Thanks go to Boris Behncke.]

For all our Soufrière Hills coverage: Soufrière Hills « The Volcanism Blog.

Information
Global Volcanism Program: Soufrière Hills – information about Soufrière Hills volcano (1600-05=)
Montserrat Volcano Observatory – comprehensive news and information from the MVO

Antiguan Neville Nicholls is the winner of the first ever Montserrat Volcano Half Marathon, which was held on the morning of December 5, 2009. Fourteen runners from Antigua, Canada, Guadeloupe, Montserrat and the UK took part in what is perhaps one of the most strenuous and unique running events in the world. The 13.1 mile race started at the Blakes Football Field and followed a very undulating course to Salem Park. Nicholls crossed the finish line in a time of 1:36:20 to take the first prize of EC$1,000, with his countryman Germain Brann coming in a close second in a time of 1:37:02 to claim EC$750. Famed Montserratian runner James “Fittest Man” Greenaway finished third in a time of 1:49:17 and collected EC$500. The first youth finisher was Kriston Aymer of Montserrat, who also placed fourth overall in a time of 1:52:17, and the first female runner to complete the course was Lydia Maurin of Guadeloupe. Both of these runners were awarded prizes of EC$500 each. A 5-mile Fun Run and Walk from Cudjoe Head to Salem Park was also held on the morning, which saw seventeen (17) persons taking part. The Fun Run was won by 13-year old Montserratian Randy Campbell in a time of 37 minutes and the Fun Walk was won by Andrew Myers in 52 minutes.

For more from the original report go to

http://www.caribbeannetnews.com/news-20307–8-8–.html

Photo by Neville Nicholls by Adam Stinton

SHOW the data your used to come up with that cartoon used in 2007 to show the mythical results of a “lateral” Mt. St. Helens type BLAST down Belham Valley on the island of Montserrat.

SHOW us the data, show us the formulas you used. Show us the alternative scenarios based on this unproven and unvalidated computer game.

There are numerous individuals who live on Montserrat or who have interest in Montserrat who also have college educations and who understand computers, physics, mathematics and computer GAMES who would like to review your data, methods and logic behind that ONE result which was posted ALL over the island of Montserrat.

So far SAC’s response has been . . . . crickets. (In other words — NO response.)

Rent: $5,750
Security: 1 months
Details
Size: Three Bedroom
Ownership: Rental Property
R/B/B: 5/3/2
Availability: Immediate
Term: 12 – 24 Months
Neighborhood: Flatiron District
Apartment Features
Kitchen: Dishwasher; Window: Oversized Windows; High Ceiling; Abundant Closets;
Building Description
Cross Streets: Fifth Avenue and Sixth Avenue.
Concierge; Elevator; Post-war; Built 2008; Loft; 20 Floors; 100 Apartments.
Building Amenities
Bicycle Room; Fitness Room; Rooftop Deck; Common Storage Room;
Building Policies
Pets Allowed.

R.S.V.P. for a tour:
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Cell: 347-323-8671
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Amenities
Brand New Building Same developers as 75 Wall Street. Condo Finishes at Rental Prices. Penthouse Great layout Small rooms but great outdoor space. Nice Amenities, but location is the selling point.

* Doorman
* Concierge
* Health Club
* Elevator

You’ll be in the heart of a dynamic neighborhood that pulses with the energy of galleries and artists, restaurants and clubs, boutiques and markets. Here, where West Chelsea meets The Meatpacking District, the urban fabric ranges from unpaved cobblestone streets.

Rent:
* $3,895 Studio available
* $7,095 2-Bedroom available

Building Amenities and Services

* Doorman
* Concierge
* Gym/fitness center (with fitness concierge)
* Children’s playroom/space
* Parking garage (24-hour attended, indoor)
* Elevators (9)
* Spa
* Lounge
* Terrace
* Library
* Business center
* Pet spa
* Bicycle storage
* Garden

Apartment Features and Amenities

* Bamboo flooring
* Floor-to-ceiling windows
* Dishwasher
* Washer and dryer
* Sub-zero refrigerator
* Walk-in closets (some units)
* Terrace (some units)

Rules and Restrictions * Pets allowed

You’ll be in the heart of a dynamic neighborhood that pulses with the energy of galleries and artists, restaurants and clubs, boutiques and markets. Here, where West Chelsea meets The Meatpacking District, the urban fabric ranges from unpaved cobblestone streets.

Situated at the nexus of West Chelsea, Gansevoort and the Meatpacking District, this luxurious residential building represents a new exciting style of living in a historic downtown location. The Building renters the unique opportunity to experience unprecedented services and amenities including the first fully integrated Equinox Fitness Club within a residential tower.
Amenities: Dining Room, Washer/Dryer, Central A/C

R.S.V.P. To Preview:
Jamie Knuckles
Nest Seekers
Direct: 646-443-3760
Cell: 347-323-8671
Email: sanguinejamie@gmail.com

Amenities

* Dining Room
* Washer/Dryer
* Central A/C

Renting
❚ Free of maintenance obligations.
❚ Not committed to staying in a
house or neighborhood.
❚ Can move quickly.
❚ Free of costs, such as homeowner’s
insurance and property taxes.
Buying
❚ Build equity.
❚ Tax advantages*.
❚ Stable monthly payments.
❚ Strong sense of community.
❚ Place for family and relatives to live.

The options are countless and time is of the essence in this high-demand market. Let a professional lead you through the process and help you make it an enjoyable experience.

Offering: One to Five Bedrooms, Condominiums, Lofts, Penthouses and Townhouses,

NEIGHBORHOODS: Soho, Tribeca, Greenwich Village, Upper East Side, and Upper West Side, Park Avenue, and Harlem. Also, the Hamptons offer quality living as great as anywhere else in the New York.
Have a wonderful day –looking forward to speaking with you soon.

R.S.V.P. for a tour:
Jamie Knuckles
Sales Director
Nestseekers International
Cell: 347-323-8671
Email: sanguinejamie@gmail.com

http://www.nestseekers.com/Company/Agent/718

APARTMENT INFORMATION:
APARTMENT Conv-4 BEDROOM
Apt. #43G
RENT: $7328.75
BATHROOMS: 2

APARTMENT FEATURES:
All apartments have 9-foot high ceilings.
Most apartments with spectacular East River and/or cityscape views.
Marble bathrooms with marble topped vanities.
Individually controlled heat and air conditioning.
Every apartment features bay or corner windows.
Energy efficient, tinted dual-glazed windows.
White mini-blinds on all windows.
Private intercom system to doorman.
Individual electronic alarm system at each apartment entrance.
Many apartments include full-size washers and dryers.
Selection of cable television hook-ups available.
Full 8-foot high doors.
3/4 inch solid oak parquet floors.
Contemporary kitchens with side-by-side icemaker refrigerators, self-cleaning ovens, built-in microwaves, instant hot water dispensers and ceramic tile floors.
Many apartments feature windowed kitchens.
BUILDING FEATURES:
Landscaped building entrance, framed with limestone piers.
Elegant lobby with domed ceiling.
Attentive, uniformed doorman at your service 24-hours a day.
Beautifully decorated corridors with designer alabaster lighting fixtures and wall sconces, crown moldings and decorative wood-framed apartment entrance doors.
High-speed passenger elevators with separate service elevator.
Separate monitored service entrance, with attendant.
Attended indoor garage.
Package room with delivery escort.
Fully equipped, air conditioned laundry facility with closed circuit TV security.
Cheerfully designed children’s playroom.
Magnificent swim and fitness center with landscaped and furnished sun terrace.
55-foot lap swimming pool.
Fully equipped exercise and aerobics room.
Recreational lounge (with full kitchen facilities – ideal for private parties – by reservation.)
Men’s and women’s locker rooms, with separate saunas and showers.
Fully furnished conference room (by reservation).
PREVIEWS ARE AVAILABLE AT YOUR REQUEST!
TO SCHEDULE A VISIT CONTACT:
JAMIE KNUCKLES AT: 347-323-8671
Email: sanguinejamie@gmail.com
Amenities
Full Service Luxury Building.

* Doorman
* Health Club
* Pool
* Roof deck
* Elevator

* Washer/Dryer
* Central A/C

Sutton Place! Portfolio Sensational, Remarkable Unsurpassed
3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath
$7,500 Immediate
Large Space – Room To Entertain – Kitchen with Granite Countertops
New White Oak Strip Flooring – Marble Bath

2 Bedroom / 2 Bath
$4,800 Immediate
Kitchen with Granite Countertops – Marble Baths
New White Oak Strip Flooring – Marble Baths

4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath
$8,900 Immediate
Large Space – Room To Entertain – Separate Dining – Eat-in Kitchen

Kitchen with Granite Countertops – Marble Baths

The building has a free health club, garage, valet service, concierge, doorman, bicycle room, storage space, a wine cellar, and it permits pets.

• FT Doorman
• Full Service Garage
• Health Club
• Elevator
• Located in Beekman/Sutton Place

R.S.V.P. for a preview:
Jamie knuckles
Nestseekers
Direct: 646-443-3760
Cell: 347-323-8671
Email: sanguinejamie@gmail.com
Amenities

* Central A/C

Turtle Bay Luxury*
Rent: $5,900
Lease Type: Condo Sublet
Details
Size: One Bedroom
Ownership: Condominium
R/B/B: 3/1/1.5
Availability: Immediate
SF/SM: 880/82
Term: 12 – 24 Months
Apartment Features
AC: Central; Kitchen: Windowed; Dishwasher; Bathroom: En Suite; Window: New Windows; Washer/ Dryer; High Ceiling; Powder Room; Recessed Lighting;

Exposure / View: North; West/ Open

Building Description
Cross Streets: Second Avenue and First Avenue.
Full Service; Elevator; Post-war; Built 2001; Mid-rise; 20 Floors; 64 Apartments.

Building Amenities
Bicycle Room; Garage; Fitness Room; Laundry Room; Maid Service; Valet;

Building Policies
Pied-A-Terres Allowed. W/D Allowed. Pets Allowed. Sublets Allowed.

R.S.V.P. for a preview:
Jamie Knuckles
Sales Director
NestSeekers International
Direct: 646-443-3760
Cell: 347-323-8671
Email: sanguinejamie@gmail.com
Amenities
Bicycle Room; Health Club; Valet.

* Doorman
* Concierge
* Health Club

Clinton Hill Brooklyn Development Site!
APPROVED! In Clinton Hill
You Can Build In Clinton Hill!
$1,490,000
Development site for sale with pre-approved plans for 34 Condo units. In the heart of Clinton Hill neighborhood. The building will have 6 studios, 18 one bedrooms, and 10 two bedrooms units. Condos and co-ops average about $500 per square foot. Rentals average $1,600 to $2,000 for a one-bedroom and upward of $1,800 for a two-bedroom. The C and G subways serve the area. Both stop on Washington Avenue; the G also stops at Classon Avenue. The Clinton Hill area is one of the highest points in Brooklyn.

You are getting a tremendous deal on this development site!

Building Description:
Exclusive project for Condominiums in Clinton Hill (Brooklyn)
Investment Proposal

*Overview For Asset Investors*

82 Irving Place (Clinton Hill)
Brooklyn, New York 11238
Type: Vacant development site with pre-approved plans for residential condominiums.
•Location:Located in Clinton Hill, a few minutes from downtown Brooklyn.
•General description: Condominiums of 8 stories including Cellar; with 7 parking spaces and 34 storage bins for residents on the ground level.
•
Vacant site area:
28,103.22 SF + 6,531.04 SF Cellar = 34,634.25 total SF.

The vacant site has a proposed residential project which has been approved by the DOB; such project is of 34,634.25 SF and would maximize the building’s FAR (Floor area ratio).
•
Project: Thirty-four Condominiums (Three to Five per floor), with three Penthouses, a luxury building with balconies and some units with terraces.
Individual storage spaces for tenants and Parking.
•
Currently vacant land.
82 Irving Place is a Condominium of 34,634.25 SF of vacant development site, with 8 stories including the Cellar and Roof.
•
Presently, the development site is located between an apartment complex and mix-use buildings on Irving Place in the Clinton Hill section of Brooklyn, an area that has experienced a renaissance of growth.

The building has the DOB (Department of Buildings) approval for the construction of 34,634.25 square feet for residential use, thus maxing out the FAR. (Floor Area Ratio).
Total SF approved by DOB: 34,634.25 SF

Nest Seekers International, has exclusive marketing rights for proposed project which has been approved for residential Condominiums by the DOB ( Department of Buildings).

Project description:

Thirty-Four Condominiums, Including Three Penthouse units on the eighth floor.

Three to Five apartments per floor.

Availability of balconies and terraces in some units.

Common area with Lobby, a rear garden in the back of building.

Parking areas and individual storage.

Natural light, high-quality materials and excellent location.
Note: Set-up available upon request.

Investors R.S.V.P. for a tour of the site:
Jamie Knuckles
Nest Seekers International
Direct: 646-443-3760
Cell: 347-323-8671
Email: sanguinejamie@gmail.com

P.S. Profitable, let real estate work for you.
Dollars make sense when invested in this project.
Investors take note! Hit a home run!
Amenities

* Terrace
* Balcony

Financials
Furnished: $7,500
Security: 2 months
Details
Size: One Bedroom
Ownership: Condominium
R/B/B: 3/1/1
Availability: Immediate
Term: 1 – 12 Months
Neighborhood: Upper West Side
Apartment Features
Kitchen: Dishwasher; Bathroom: Marble; High Ceiling;

Building Description
Cross Streets: Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue.
Full Service; Elevator; Post-war; Built 1999; Mid-rise; 10 Floors; 50 Apartments.

Building Amenities
Garage; Hotel Style Service; Business Center;

Building Policies
Pied-A-Terres Allowed. W/D Allowed. Pets Allowed.
Building Notes:

* The Phillips Club offers ownership membership as well as extended stay accommodations. These apartments can not be used as a permanent residence. This building is akin to owning a time share in lieu of staying at a hotel when in NYC.
* The Phillips Club is a member-owned luxury residence combining the advantages of home ownership with the conveniences of the city’s finest hotels, The Club offers unequaled amenities, service and privileges without recurring hotel expenses.
* The Phillips Club offers 24-hour concierge, daily maid service (nightly fee during use), and privileges at the Reebok Sports Club/NY.
* The Reebok Sports Club/NY offers rooftop in-line skating and running. Music-filled, junior Olympic size swimming pool for lap swimming. 40 -foot climbing wall. Two full-court, regulation-size basketball gymnasiums. State-of-the-art 13,000 SF coed weight-training gym. Cardiovascular deck with 5,000 SF of computerized training equipment. Challenges. Muscles and mind, recharged. Complete spa facilities including steam rooms, saunas and Jacuzzis. Large, luxurious locker rooms with towel service. Paul Lebrecque salon and spa. Exhaustive. Fitness evaluation center. Personalized instruction. Nutritional counseling. Child care center “For Kids Only.” Landscaped sundeck.
* Business amenities include: Multi-line telecommunications system with voicemail. Dataport for computer hookup. Fax machine in each residence. 24-hour business center. Conference room. Conference facilities at Reebok Sports Club/NY.

R.S.V.P. for a tour:
Jamie Knuckles
Cell: 347-323-8671
Email: sanguinejamie@gmail
Amenities
* The Phillips Club offers ownership membership as well as extended stay accommodations. These apartments can not be used as a permanent residence. This building is akin to owning a time share in lieu of staying at a hotel when in NYC.
* The Phillips Club is a member-owned luxury residence combining the advantages of home ownership with the conveniences of the city’s finest hotels, The Club offers unequaled amenities, service and privileges without recurring hotel expenses.
* The Phillips Club offers 24-hour concierge, daily maid service (nightly fee during use), and privileges at the Reebok Sports Club/NY.
* The Reebok Sports Club/NY offers rooftop in-line skating and running. Music-filled, junior Olympic size swimming pool for lap swimming. 40 -foot climbing wall. Two full-court, regulation-size basketball gymnasiums. State-of-the-art 13,000 SF coed weight-training gym. Cardiovascular deck with 5,000 SF of computerized training equipment. Challenges. Muscles and mind, recharged. Complete spa facilities including steam rooms, saunas and Jacuzzis. Large, luxurious locker rooms with towel service. Paul Lebrecque salon and spa. Exhaustive. Fitness evaluation center. Personalized instruction. Nutritional counseling. Child care center “For Kids Only.” Landscaped sundeck.
* Business amenities include: Multi-line telecommunications system with voicemail. Dataport for computer hookup. Fax machine in each residence. 24-hour business center. Conference room. Conference facilities at Reebok Sports Club/NY.

* Doorman
* Concierge
* Health Club
* Pool
* Elevator
* Garage

Union Square! Obsession For Union Square!
Financials
Rent: $8,995
Details
Size: Two Bedroom
Ownership: Rental Property
R/B/B: 4/2/2
Availability: 9/7/2009
Apartment Features
Dining Area; AC: Central; Heat: Central; Kitchen: Open; Dishwasher; Window: New Windows; Oversized Windows; Penthouse; Powder Room; Abundant Closets; Floor To Ceiling Windows; Alarm Security System;
Exposure / View: North; East/ Park
Building Description:
Cross Streets: Fourth Avenue and Broadway.
Full Service; Elevator; Post-war; Built 1998; High-rise; 27 Floors; 240 Apartments.
Building Amenities:
Health Club; Laundry Room; Rooftop Deck; Digital TV; High Speed Internet Access;
Building Policies:
Pets Allowed One dog per apartment. Weight Limit 20 lbs.

R.S.V.P. for a preview:
Jamie Knuckles
NestSeekers International
Direct: 646-443-3760
Cell: 347-323-8671
Amenities

* Dining Room
* Central A/C

Upper West Side Super Gem!
Price: $2,300,000
Common Charges: $1,915
Real Estate Taxes: $82
Financing: 90%
Details
Size: Two Bedroom
Ownership: Condominium
R/B/B: 4/2/2
Neighborhood: Upper West Side
SF/SM: 1617/150
Apartment Features
Dining Area; AC: Central; Kitchen: Eat In; Windowed; Dishwasher; Bathroom: New/ Marble; Window: New Windows; Oversized Windows; Washer/ Dryer; Terrace; High Ceiling; Library/Den; WIC;
Exposure / View: North; East; West/ City; River

Building Description
Cross Streets: West 99th Street and West 100th Street.
Full Service; Elevator; Post-war; Built 2006; High-rise; 37 Floors; 64 Apartments.

Building Amenities
Garden; Fitness Room; Pool; Nursery; Cinema Room;

Building Policies
Pied-A-Terres Allowed. Sublets Allowed.
Broker Summary Immediate Occupancy Ariel – Traditional living like never before! These two stunning developments were designed by renowned architects Cook + Fox and Cetra/Ruddy, and offer traditional layouts with all the modern amenities of glass-curtain-wall construction. Services and amenities abound, including 24/7 doorman, concierge services, fitness by LaPalestra with 51 indoor swimming pool and outdoor basketball court, theater, billiards parlor, residents lounge with banquet space, elaborate childrens playroom, and a pet grooming salon! Steps to the best of the Upper West Side, including Central and Riverside Parks, all the cultural gems, schools, shopping, dining, and transportation.

R.S.V.P. for a tour:
Jamie Knuckles
Sales Director
NestSeekers International
Direct: 646-443-3760
Cell: 347-323-8671
Amenities
Immediate Occupancy Ariel – Traditional living like never before! These two stunning developments were designed by renowned architects Cook + Fox and Cetra/Ruddy, and offer traditional family layouts with all the modern amenities of glass-curtain-wall construction. Services and amenities abound, including 24/7 doorman, concierge services, fitness by LaPalestra with 51 indoor swimming pool and outdoor basketball court, private theater, billiards parlor, residents lounge with banquet space, elaborate childrens playroom, and a pet grooming salon! Steps to the best of the Upper West Side, including Central and Riverside Parks, all the cultural gems, schools, shopping, dining, and transportation.

* Doorman
* Concierge
* Health Club
* Pool
* Roof deck
* Elevator

* Terrace
* Washer/Dryer
* Central A/C

sanguinejamie@gmail.com

Greenwich Street Residences Luxury
Corner unit 2 BEDROOM is over 1100 sq. ft. and features an SUNNY north / east exposure, high 11 ft. ceilings, and a huge living room with ample space for a full dining area. This unit is one of our DESIGNER READY
Price: $981,000
CC: $1149
Real estate tax: $397
Kitchen has Sub-zero Fridge, Viking Range and Microwave, Fisher/Paykal 2-Drawer Dishwashers, instant hot water tap, In-wall ipod docking station, and much, much more! Marble bath with deep soaking tub has both a Rain shower, and a handheld. Unit has 5 Large closets, one of which is a Large walk-in hall closet measuring about 5ftX6ft & built out with Elfa System. Great location, near all train lines, parks, shopping, theaters, dining. Full five star Hotel-like service with concierge and 24-hour doorman… and Very Reasonable Common Charges! Free continental breakfast is served to residents Monday through Friday. Full gym access included for all residents with free trainers and abs/Pilates/yoga classes. Building has a fantastic game room with billiards, darts and large flat screen TV. There is also an Amazing common roof deck space with towel and drink service on weekends, and an indoor “Harbor Room – Sky Lounge” which is also available for private parties. Free Wi-Fi in all common areas! This is a spectacular building to live in!

Located on Greenwich Street, this building is on the cutting edge of designer development. This art deco tower rises 37 stories with sweeping views of the city skyline, Hudson River and beyond. All of the residences feature oversized windows and soaring ceilings. Enter through the buildings art deco façade into a grand marble lobby featuring a hand carved reception desk and grotto water fountain.

5-Star amenities include a café, library with grand piano and fireplace, billiards room w/ flat screen TV, Harbour Room featuring lounge seating, poker table, dining room w/ kitchen and spectacular views and SKY DECK, with lounges and day beds all in traditional South Beach style.

This unit is being offered at attractive prices. Together with our completed common spaces and 5-Star amenity program, Greenwich Club Residences is a spectacular product and we look forward to working with you and getting your transactions closed.
R.S.V.P.
Jamie Knuckles
NestSeekers International
Direct: 646-443-3760
Cell: 347-323-8671

http://www.nestseekers.com/24139/Financial_District_Luxury_Greenwich_Street_Residences_Luxury_Corner_unit_2_BEDROOM

Amenities

* Dining Room
* Central A/C

Rent: Furnished: $6,300
Security: 2 months
Apartment Features
Kitchen: Dishwasher; Bathroom: Marble; High Ceiling;
Details
Size: Studio
Ownership: Condominium
R/B/B:2/0/1
Availability: Immediate
Term: 1 – 12 Months
Neighborhood: Upper West Side
Building Description
Cross Streets: Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue.
Full Service; Elevator; Post-war; Built 1999; Mid-rise; 10 Floors; 50 Apartments.

Building Amenities
Garage; Hotel Style Service; Business Center;

Building Policies
Pied-A-Terres Allowed. W/D Allowed. Pets Allowed.

Building Notes:

* The Phillips Club offers ownership membership as well as extended stay accommodations. These apartments can not be used as a permanent residence. This building is akin to owning a time share in lieu of staying at a hotel when in NYC.
* The Phillips Club is a member-owned luxury residence combining the advantages of home ownership with the conveniences of the city’s finest hotels, The Club offers unequaled amenities, service and privileges without recurring hotel expenses.
* The Phillips Club offers 24-hour concierge, daily maid service (nightly fee during use), and privileges at the Reebok Sports Club/NY.
* The Reebok Sports Club/NY offers rooftop in-line skating and running. Music-filled, junior Olympic size swimming pool for lap swimming. 40 -foot climbing wall. Two full-court, regulation-size basketball gymnasiums. State-of-the-art 13,000 SF coed weight-training gym. Cardiovascular deck with 5,000 SF of computerized training equipment. Challenges. Muscles and mind, recharged. Complete spa facilities including steam rooms, saunas and Jacuzzis. Large, luxurious locker rooms with towel service. Paul Lebrecque salon and spa. Exhaustive. Fitness evaluation center. Personalized instruction. Nutritional counseling. Child care center “For Kids Only.” Landscaped sundeck.
* Business amenities include: Multi-line telecommunications system with voicemail. Dataport for computer hookup. Fax machine in each residence. 24-hour business center. Conference room. Conference facilities at Reebok Sports Club/NY.

R.S.V.P. for a preview:
Jamie Knuckles
Nestseekers International
Cell:347-323-8671
Amenities
* The Phillips Club offers ownership membership as well as extended stay accommodations. These apartments can not be used as a permanent residence. This building is akin to owning a time share in lieu of staying at a hotel when in NYC.
* The Phillips Club is a member-owned luxury residence combining the advantages of home ownership with the conveniences of the city’s finest hotels, The Club offers unequaled amenities, service and privileges without recurring hotel expenses.
* The Phillips Club offers 24-hour concierge, daily maid service (nightly fee during use), and privileges at the Reebok Sports Club/NY.
* The Reebok Sports Club/NY offers rooftop in-line skating and running. Music-filled, junior Olympic size swimming pool for lap swimming. 40 -foot climbing wall. Two full-court, regulation-size basketball gymnasiums. State-of-the-art 13,000 SF coed weight-training gym. Cardiovascular deck with 5,000 SF of computerized training equipment. Challenges. Muscles and mind, recharged. Complete spa facilities including steam rooms, saunas and Jacuzzis. Large, luxurious locker rooms with towel service. Paul Lebrecque salon and spa. Exhaustive. Fitness evaluation center. Personalized instruction. Nutritional counseling. Child care center “For Kids Only.” Landscaped sundeck.
* Business amenities include: Multi-line telecommunications system with voicemail. Dataport for computer hookup. Fax machine in each residence. 24-hour business center. Conference room. Conference facilities at Reebok Sports Club/NY.

* Doorman
* Concierge
* Health Club
* Pool
* Elevator
* Garage

APARTMENT INFORMATION:
APARTMENT 5 BEDROOM Penthouse Duplex
Apt. #52G
RENT: $22458
BATHROOMS: 5.5

APARTMENT FEATURES:
All apartments have 9-foot high ceilings.
Most apartments with spectacular East River and/or cityscape views.
Marble bathrooms with marble topped vanities.
Individually controlled heat and air conditioning.
Every apartment features bay or corner windows.
Energy efficient, tinted dual-glazed windows.
White mini-blinds on all windows.
Private intercom system to doorman.
Individual electronic alarm system at each apartment entrance.
Many apartments include full-size washers and dryers.
Selection of cable television hook-ups available.
Full 8-foot high doors.
3/4 inch solid oak parquet floors.
Contemporary kitchens with side-by-side icemaker refrigerators, self-cleaning ovens, built-in microwaves, instant hot water dispensers and ceramic tile floors.
Many apartments feature windowed kitchens.
BUILDING FEATURES:
Landscaped building entrance, framed with limestone piers.
Elegant lobby with domed ceiling.
Attentive, uniformed doorman at your service 24-hours a day.
Beautifully decorated corridors with designer alabaster lighting fixtures and wall sconces, crown moldings and decorative wood-framed apartment entrance doors.
High-speed passenger elevators with separate service elevator.
Separate monitored service entrance, with attendant.
Attended indoor garage.
Package room with delivery escort.
Fully equipped, air conditioned laundry facility with closed circuit TV security.
Cheerfully designed children’s playroom.
Magnificent swim and fitness center with landscaped and furnished sun terrace.
55-foot lap swimming pool.
Fully equipped exercise and aerobics room.
Recreational lounge (with full kitchen facilities – ideal for private parties – by reservation.)
Men’s and women’s locker rooms, with separate saunas and showers.
Fully furnished conference room (by reservation).
PREVIEWS ARE AVAILABLE AT YOUR REQUEST!
TO SCHEDULE A VISIT R.S.V.P. for a VIP TOUR:
JAMIE KNUCKLES AT: 347-323-8671
Amenities
Full Service Luxury Building.

* Doorman
* Health Club
* Pool
* Roof deck
* Elevator

* Terrace
* Dining Room
* Fireplace
* Washer/Dryer
* Central A/C

This is Part two of the discussion begun in the article below about Climate Scientists, SAC and the MVO. We welcome a frank discussion on the topic of Scientists not sharing data and their failure to communicate their methods and the formulas used to reach various conclusions.

To review: the previous discussion came about because of the illegal hacking of the University of East Anglia’s computers. This University is also associated with the MVO (Montserrat Volcano Observatory, on Montserrat a Caribbean, West Indies island, which is also a dependent Territory of the UK.) The SAC is the Scientific Advisory Committee (on the Volcano) to the Governments — both of the Colony and the Governor who is the representative of the Queen of England in the Colony.

A bit more background to the parallels to what is being called “ClimateGate” and the 2007 SAC modeling fiasco from the previous article. At no time were the SAC email hacked, nor were documents stolen from a University — this is one place where there is no parallel. This writer and those responding to the article were reacting to some modeling software used by SAC in 2007 to “predict” an event. Absolutely no technical data or formulas was shared with the citizens of Montserrat to support their prediction. (Voodoo — shamans say it so it must be true.)

This modeling software can be thought of as a computer game — there are different outcomes depending on the choices of the players. In this case the players were SAC members and they apparently only presented ONE end game in cartoon form. No other models were released — and it is unknown how much “tweaking” had to take place to end up with the RED showing a large area hit by a LATERAL blast from the volcano. And the scientist wonder why a whole lot of people are questioning any scientific findings. The behavior of the SAC and MVO isn’t unique or limited to Montserrat — in fact it seems to be found in many branches of Science.

So when ClimateGate hit the news many of us who lived through the 07 SAC-MVO modeling Voodoo fiasco responded — where have we heard this story before. FUNNY that we know the University of East Anglia — because this is where a lot of the staff of the MVO comes from. There is a culture of scientific aloofness and arrogance — and it showed up in the hacked email and documents.

Another parallel we is with the withholding of data can be found in the SAC’s  periodic reports which assigns probability numbers to events which in their opinion might happen. NEVER have they revealed the formulas they use to come up with these probability guesses. It is doubtful that these SAC reports would pass any sort of peer reviews from neutral referees. Until the data used for these predictions is released these predictive reports about the . . . Climate of the Volcano . . . are no more than Voodoo by the Volcano Shamans.

What we saw in Montserrat in the Winter of 07 was that “Scientific” modeling or computer games gone rouge can be used as a tool to intimidate a population.  That model was based on several false and misleading assumptions (theories) relating to a mythical lateral blast. Mythical because at the time the volcano was releaving pressure.  There was no pressure cooker effect with the weakest point being a lateral release. The SAC and MVO (under the OLD management) refused to listen to any alternative and faced with a Governor who had NO scientific training and the rest of the officials unwilling to trust their own common sense — they got to play voodoo shamans.

SO — now the University of East Anglia is in the news and NOW the world is wondering where these scientists got their computer modeling software. There are valid questions and neutral third party software engineers are looking at the software used for CLIMATE modeling.  At this point the discussion gets very geeky — which is why the data and software must be examined. Sometimes scientists are just too close to their research — they may not be able to see or consider other options and other variables.

Video and link with details of the Climate modeling software:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/programmes/newsnight/8395514.stm

One of the “automatically generated” related topics in fact explains Climate modeling forecasts. What is also interesting are the comments following the article. At this point we are hearing from individuals who are going to disbelieve anything that any scientist says or writes. Some people want to believe that humans have had zero impact on the climate and the environment. Common sense and close observation of the world around us shows us that humans do have an impact on the environment. The computer models used to predict what the earths future climate needs to be reviewed carefully. We are all being asked to believe scientists unquestioningly. Our response is — but first show us the data and let other scientists from other disciplines review the data, software and formulas used to reach conclusions about the climate of the future.  Everyone who reviews the data must first reveal their personal biases and where their funding comes from.

Technical Geek-speak on Climate modeling can be found here.

Here’s an insightful comment from James Bain posted on 5 Dec 09.

These concerns are not new. Before Wolfe Kreps left the island, he and I had pointed out in the Montserrat Reporter essentially the same issues concerning transparency and validity of data and method.

The fundamental problem here is that, despite protestations from the MVO community, we are not talking about “pure science” for the purpose of generally expanding our knowledge and undertanding of the nature of volcanoes, but rather the very pragmantic issue of predicting a potential catastrophe. The MVO has been placed in the unfortunate position of attempting to be a fortune teller, and they are understandably not very good at it.

Let’s face it, whoever is on watch if a catastrophic event happens would likely have their career ruined if they hadn’t “warned” us. There is no way they cannot be biased, and perhaps rightfully so. What is discouraging from my point of view is that SAC fails to acknowledge these limitations and provide a transparency to the process such that there can be a legitimate frank discussion of what we do indeed know and what we don’t in order to make decisions concerning the welfare of the island.

Even more unfortunate is the fact that the past political leadership of the island, including the governors, have been more than willing to manipulate the role of the MVO, using it as a shield to hide behind when decisions need to be made. How many times have we heard “we must do this or that because the scientists say we have to”? The best that the scientists can do is make very crude predictions about the probabilities of certain events occurring. The decision about what to do with that data is a political one. I have some confidence that the new local administration seems much less likely to behave in this irresponsible manner; whether the Governor becomes so enlightened remains to be seen.

As a physician, I often have to make complex decisions, sometimes of great gravity, based on incomplete data. I have found that it to be extremely useful to be very careful to honestly distinguish in my own mind, and in the mind of the patient and family, what we know for sure, what we think we know, what we believe and what we actually don’t know. A similar clarity of thought and process from the scientific and political community involved in evaluating the volcano on Montserrat and its potential actions would be a vast improvement.