The Inner Travel Company website will be relaunched on December 12

 The website now will be focussed on the Inner Travel journey. Thank you for all the feedback.Your comments and suggestions have been very useful and given a real focus to this new site.

You received a brief version of the Inner Travel process when signing up to the site. What is to come is a much expanded version of this. In addition there will be other new and exciting resources for you to experience and to use.

What is the process of Inner Travel?

It is a way of restructuring your life and of telling brand new stories - an exciting process designed to help you move through these times of incredibly rapid change.

These evolutionary times demand different skills to the ones we have grown used to. The processes offered by The Inner Travel Company will enable you not only to be able to navigate the change, but also flourish in new ways.

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The freedom of travel

By admin 17 June 2011 5:31pm Europe/London

Freedom is almost synonymous with movement: fast cars, migrating birds, wind if it moves, it s a metaphor for freedom. And so it goes that travel is also associated with freedom and its partner-in-crime, escape. But escape from what?

Travel is an escape from the everyday. The everyday is that which I no longer see, feel, interrogate. Things in my daily life become so common to me that they disappear. The colour of my desk at work I cannot recall, the smell of my shampoo I do not notice, etc. Everything familiar becomes hidden to me. I become numb to the world around me, just as prisoners become numbed by the walls of their cells. My routines are the walls of my cell. To alleviate this daze I purchase new clothes, books, seek out new cafes, take on new hobbies, but these too are quickly absorbed by the everyday.

So how do we get outside of the everyday?

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About the List

Anyone who has spent a significant time abroad knows that Canadians are avid travellers. Something about our nature spurs us to explore other countries. We re also overrepresented in many overseas expat communities especially those of English teachers in Asia and make up a disproportionately large chunk of the travel blogging community.

Few Canadians know just how many Canucks are out there exploring the globe and writing about it from a Canadian perspective. To highlight the travels of our wanderlusting countrymen and women, we compiled this list of the Top 100 Canadian Travel Blogs .

In compiling the list, we first asked thousands of travel bloggers to nominate their Canadian friends. Then, our editor, veteran travel blogger Matt Gibson, hand-picked the best 100 Canadian travel blogs from the lot. We feel that ranking the blogs would be arbitrary because both the tastes of readers and the contents of blogs v ... Read more »

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While traveling can lead you to fantastic new places with breathtaking views, refreshing atmospheres and both human and natural wonders, we know that a little advice on choosing a destination, smoothing out the logistics and discovering the best attractions and activities is helpful in creating an absolutely unique experience.

At The Luxe Travel, we aim to provide you with all of the essentials on making your travel experience a luxury one, whether it’s via the luxury of time, surroundings, food, accommodations or simply avoiding stress with a little extra investment. We have included a selection of featured destinations based on our collective travel experiences, desirable destinations around the world or hidden gems that beg discovery and offer an escape from touri ... Read more »

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The Canada Specialist Program is an educational tool designed by the CTC to train travel trade professionals like you about travel to Canada.

Once you sign up for the Canadian Specialist Program, you’ll have access to the key suppliers of all our Canadian experiences. All you need to do is complete each module.

With the online training tool, you can create your own sales files. Keep your notes, ideas and key learnings in one place. And you’ll get message templates created for all for this Canadian content; add your own personal message and send them to your clients. How easy is that?

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The World's Top 10 Most Innovative Companies In Travel

These companies are changing the industry as we know it.

For making the most of its hosts. By this summer, Airbnb will usurp the InterContinental Hotels Group and Hilton Worldwide as the world's largest hotel chain—without owning a single hotel. The startup, which allows users to rent out their spare rooms or vacant homes to strangers, surpassed 10 million stays on its platform last year, doubled its listings to 550,000 (in 192 countries), and, according to a source familiar with the company's business, tripled revenue to an estimated $250 million. Befitting its growing might, last fall CEO Brian Chesky poached boutique-hotel pioneer Chip Conley to be its head of global hospitality. Already, Conley has created a baseline ... Read more »

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If you’ve heard the rumors about Amazon’s new travel site. you’re not alone. Buzz is big surrounding the e-commerce company’s aggressive appeals to hotels across the nation. But Amazon’s plan isn’t to compete with TripAdvisor or Expedia. Instead, the changes are a part of a massive build-out of the burgeoning Amazon Local .

Whispers about Amazon Travel arose when the group began to more forcefully approach hotels for exclusive offers and partnerships. While this is true, the end-goal is not an Amazon-powered hotel booking site.

“We’re not launching a travel site ,” said representative Tom Cook.  ”All the work that’s being done [is with] Amazon Local. We’re continuing to curate…great hotel deals and pricing.”

You’re not alone if you’re unfamiliar with Amazon Local. The marketplace has been quietly building its arsenal of services and Groupon-like deals for those interested in tapping into their neighborhood ma ... Read more »

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PRIVATE TRANSFERS. No Cattle Buses. No Huge Groups. These packages are offered with PRIVATE transfers. Just your own group in a private van, with an English speaking driver. Leave on your own schedule. Make rest stops when necessary. Stop for lunch if you wish. You will never be just a face in the crowd on our tours!

THE KIDS ARE FREE! Up to two children (twelve and under) are free when sharing a room with their parents. A small upgrade is required in San Jose, for a larger room. But this is the most affordable way to take the family to Costa Rica.

GREAT SMALL HOTELS. Small charming hotels. They will know you by name at reception! But you also get big ... Read more »

The Magical Day to Buy Airline Tickets

Date 24 Nov 2015 | Posted by Linda Paul

Life keeps becoming more complicated when our wishes and limited resources clash against each other. Among them is the dream to trot around the globe. Since the airfares remain sky high, we often find ourselves struggling with our dream like plans.

The cost of flying is certainly high and you’ll witness the web brimming with expert opinions of how to get access to cheap airfares. Booking early, traveling on the holiday itself, and making use of the mileage program of an airline are some of the advices that you must have come across while booking yourself a flight.

Since there are so many of them, we can end up in a confused state of mind because implementation of all of them can be a task!

Theatre Tickets

Theatre has evolved dramatically since the first presentations involving a protagonist and chorus, but one thing remains the same. Audiences never tire of seeing productions live on a stage. Whether you are heading out for an evening of classic Shakespeare or the latest Cirque de Soleil performance, live productions continue to tantalize audiences of all ages across the globe. Discount theatre tickets open the door to hours of entertainment and magic, the suspension of disbelief and a profound appreciation for the performing arts.

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There is excitement in the air when full-scale musical productions take their show on the road. Whether it is a Broadway hit heading out to the masses, or a big name dance production, fans wait in eager anticipation for the production to make it to their hometown.

When your favorite show hits the trail, check out our selection of discount theatre ticket ... Read more »

Tips From the Banker: The Real Cost of Travel in Thailand

I spent two months traveling in Thailand, making it my longest-traveled country on my Southeast Asian itinerary.   During my three weeks in Laos and month in Cambodia. I found it possible to travel on an average of just USD$30 per day.  Once I got to Thailand, however, keeping costs low became difficult.  For some reason, I started spending Baht like it was monopoly money, especially in the islands.

I had heard previously, and can now confirm, that the north of Thailand is easy on a tight budget.  As one moves south, costs for accommodation start to double, triple, and even quadruple.  Pricey accommodation accounted for my biggest expenditure, and drinks came in at a close second.

However, when I considered my overall expenditure, I realized that the costs were still very reasonable, especially considering that I was in Thailand during high season, including Christmas and New Years.

Tibet Travel Permit

Last updated: November,18 2015

Contrary to popular belief, a tangible Tibet Travel Permit aka Tibet Tourism Bureau (T.T.B.) permit does exist and there are no plans of eliminating this permit in the near future. A permit is required to enter Tibet. The TTB costs vary depending on your departure city, and there is no expiration date for the permit. You do not need a permit to leave Tibet, however you will need an additional transit permit to enter certain cities within Tibet as well as Mt. Everest Base camp (60 Yuan per person, 405 Yuan per vehicle), which can be easily arranged by your tour operator. You do need a China Visa as well as a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before applying for the TTB.

Chinatibettrain is cooperating with Tibet Travel Org CITS. the top local tour operator, to help travelers obtain Tibet travel permit. The agency also offers EXTRA VALUE tour packages. T ... Read more »

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Tibet Travel Tips

This chapter provides full information for the visitors including the planning of Tibet trips, practical information and some travel tips. Through them, hope you can have a good preparation.

Tibet Entry Permit (click to enlarge)

Considering the special ethnic traditions, the cultural relics, the environmental protection and the transportation capacity of Tibet, Chinese Government regulates that non-Chinese citizens, including foreign visitors, Taiwan visitors and overseas Chinese must have a Tibet Travel Permit as well as a valid passport and a visa (Visitors from countries having visa exemption agreement with Hong Kong do not need a visa) to visit Tibet. A visa can be obtained from the local Chinese consulate in your country. However, the foreign journalists and diplomats are not allowed to go to the region as a visitor.

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The world s cheapest hostel US$1 per night

Here at Price of Travel we ve been researching the costs of travel-related things for every major destination around the world, including prices of accommodation, attractions, transportation, food, drinks, and more, now featuring over 100 cities. Needless to say, there are some fascinating facts mixed in with all of this, and one we d like to bring your attention to here is what must be the world s cheapest hostel .

It s well known that the cheapest travel destinations in the world are all in southern Asia, most notably Southeast Asia and India, so it s of little surprise that this hostel is located in Cambodia. What is a bit su ... Read more »

The Top Family Travel Websites

Last year, Rainer Jenss traveled around the world with his wife and two sons, and blogged about his experience here on Intelligent Travel. This year, he s back with a new column that focuses on traveling with kids.

This could be the toughest blog I ve had to write yet. It s Presidents Week and most kids across the U.S. have school recess. And while many American families have hit the road for a winter holiday, whether it be to the warm south for a reprieve from the cold and snow, spending a week at a ski resort, or even visiting Vancouver for the Olympics, well-laid plans are being fulfilled for those who planned ahead. But in the Jenss household, we re home this week on a self-imposed staycation. Rather than wallowing in self-pity that we di ... Read more »

The Top Online Travel Booking Sites for January 2014

2014 will be an interesting year to watch from traffic perspective. While Priceline Group has a huge lead, Expedia and Tripadvisor family will continue to duke it out.

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Editor s Note: Late last year we started a once-a-quarter feature on top trafficked sites in various sectors in travel, using monthly data from SimilarWeb . We have found SimilarWeb’s traffic stats to be a relatively good barometer of web activity and much more accurate than other traffic comparison sites at least as far as proportional comparison goes.

We re starting 2014 by looking at the top online booking sites in travel. Keep in mind this does not account for direct sites of travel brands (airlines/hotels) themselves, which we have done in separate lists previously. Also, our threshold is roughly 5 million visits per month, and does not count any app activity, hence sites ... Read more »

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Things to do in Cancun

You will never run out of things to do during your Cancun vacation! Check out these pages for ideas and help with planning your itinerary for a fun-filled Cancun vacation of a lifetime. You can enjoy a wide range of watersports, rise to the challenge on our championship golf courses, take the family to one of our world renowned eco-parks, or just lie back and be pampered at one of our luxurious spas. For those of you looking to tie the knot in this romantic location and are planning the ultimate Cancun wedding you need look no further. As Cancun’s only official website, www.cancun.travel is here to provide you with all the information you need to plan the perfect Cancun vacation with things to do for every day of the week if you so wish. Use our Trip Planner to make sure you take your itinerary and contact details with you.

Cancun watersports will delight even the most avid watersports enthusiast. Cancun waterspo ... Read more »

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The Ugly Truth About Airline Prices

With fares skyrocketing, you need to stop following the old rules of travel to book an affordable ticket.

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If you heard recently that the best day to buy airline tickets is a Sunday, close to 57 days before the flight, you were misinformed. That tidbit came from an Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC) study based on data from hundreds of millions of round-trip ticket purchases between January 2013 and July 2014.

What followed in the media was a series of doubtful interpretations masking an ugly truth: it keeps getting more expensive to fly, no matter when you purchase your ticket.

Notably, the statistics show the daily average price of tickets bought (Domestic: Sunday, $432; Monday, $503; Tuesday, $497; Wednesday, $498; Thursday, $501; Friday, $502; Saturday), and the changes in price over the 300 days preceding flight departure. The ACR press release undersc ... Read more »

The Secret to Getting a Ridiculously Cheap Thanksgiving Flight

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Every travel agency is saying something different, but there are some tips that aren't up for debate

For years, travel search engines have scoured through their dense databases to determine the best day to book your Thanksgiving flights. This year, like every year, there s a lot of mixed messages on what to do if you ve procrastinated on booking tickets. Here s what the big players are advising for cheap domestic U.S. air tickets:

• Kayak : Book in early November, about two to four weeks before Thanksgiving.
• Skyscanner : Two weeks prior to Thanksgiving.
• Orbitz . This Wednesday, T ... Read more »

Cheap Flights to Asia

By Greg Rodgers. Asia Travel Expert

Greg Rodgers is an experienced travel writer, photographer, and world nomad. In 2005, Greg traded his corporate office for a backpack and set out to see the world; he never came back.

Crossing the Pacific is simply daunting. Anyone who has flown to Hawaii knows the pain of that long flight, particularly those flying from eastern parts of the United States. Now, take that flight and double it -- Hawaii is only roughly halfway to Asia!

With cheap food and accommodation, Asia is a great budget destination; however, one dilemma exists: getting on the ground in the first place! Unfortunately, cheap flights to Asia can be difficult to find; the ticket price proves to be a barrier for many Americans who would otherwise love to visit Asia.

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Things to Know When Traveling to Amsterdam

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Top 9 Tibet Travel Tips

Note Updated: Mount Everest (Tibet side) is reopened from July 1, 2015!

1. Plan Far Enough in Advance

All Tibet tours must be booked at least 20 days in advance. It normally takes 2 3 days to confirm hotel bookings, and about a further 10 days for the Tibet Tourism Bureau to issue the Tibet Entry Permit.

You should make sure you secure an Entry Permit, especially if new restrictions are brought in, before you apply for a visa and make the final preparations for your trip, unless you are willing to consider alternatives to Tibet once you arrive in China.

Recommended duration for a Tibet trip: If your travel will be limited to areas around Lhasa, 4 days is enough; if you want to go to Mt. Everest, you need at least a ... Read more »

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Tracking trends for weeks — even months — before committing to buying a plane ticket is just plain unproductive. If you knew the secret about the best times to buy, you wouldn’t need to put yourself through the mental agony of clicking the “purchase” button and wondering “What if prices drop tomorrow?”

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Peter Greenberg, CBS’ travel editor, released his tips for LinkedIn’s series on productivity hacks, explaining how he spends only “minutes” on buying airfare. Part of this is because he understands what a reasonable price is and what’s not for a ticket, but he also knows “WHEN to book.”

Greenberg has a very specific time and day on which to buy tickets: “Wednesday at 1 a.m. just one hour after Tuesday midnight,” in the timezone w ... Read more »

Using Anti Snoring Mouthpiece

The good news is that for most people, snoring is caused by a blocked passageway. Instead of a smooth breathing process, the air has trouble getting in and out of the throat, therefore causing the sound. Blockage can happen because the tongue is in the way or the throat muscles are weak and preventing proper airflow.

If the problem is due to these two reasons, the use of an anti snoring mouthpiece is the best possible solution. The mouthpiece is worn during sleeping and positions the problematic body part properly so that it doesn’t block the air from passing in and out of the mouth.

Today, there are two types of mouthpieces used for snoring.

* Tongue Retaining – tongue retaining mouthpieces are small and placed only at the tip of the tongue. This pulls the tongue slightly forward, therefore preventing it from flopping around in the mouth, causing snoring. Comfortable and easy to use, tongue retaining mouth ... Read more »

Tibet Travel Guide

Chinese Name: 西藏 (xī z ng)

Abbreviation: Zang

Admin. Type: Autonomous Region

Tashilhunpo Monastery

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Tibet Introduction

Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR for short) attracts people of all persuasions every year from both home and abroad. It rewards every visitor with an unforgettable experience of the land, the people and the mysticism!

It is the gateway of southwest China. Its land mass is about 1/8 of the territories of the country. The history of T ... Read more »

Tips for Picking a Machu Picchu Tour

By Tony Dunnell. Peru Travel Expert

Tony Dunnell has been living and traveling in Peru since May 2009. From his base in the jungle town of Tarapoto. he continues to explore the rich culture and endless attractions of his adopted home.

With so many options to choose from, picking a Machu Picchu tour can seem like a daunting prospect. A trip to the Inca citadel is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for many travelers, and booking a good tour can make all the difference. Here are some tips to bear in mind as you weigh the available options.

Tip 1: Decide When to Go to Machu Picchu

The tourist high season in both Cusco and Machu Picchu runs from May to September, with June, July and August being particularly busy.

This is the dry season, with the clearest skies and the lowest daily rainfall averages. That s good for photos, but not so good if you want to avoid the tourist hordes. Low sea ... Read more »

Tibet Travel Permit | Tibet Visa 2015

Current News about Tibet Travel Permit

29 May 2015 Last updated at 04:03

Currently Tibet Travel Bureau has started to issue Tibet Travel Permit since 23rd, March. There is no any restriction for nationality, group size. Travelers can apply travel permit through Tibet(China) travel agency. Let us help you apply Tibet Travel Permit.

Tibet Travel Permit

Corrently, a Chinese Visa is not enough to visit Tibet. You will also need several Tibet Permits, including Tibet Tourism Bureau Permit(TTB Permit) , Alien Travel Permit(PSB Permit) and Military Permit which are issued by three different Tibet authority bureaus.Among these three permits,the TTB Permit is the mo ... Read more »

Our Clients' Reviews Questions Answers

Dear Kina Lu, We surely enjoyed our trip very much, and we realize that Travel China Guide was of great assistance in every step of the tour. First, we would like to congratulate you for your. Read More

Hello, It is with the greatest pleasure that we (my husband, sister-in-law, and myself ages 73-75) recommend TCG for all trip arrangements in China. Typically we travel on our own and do. Read More

Dear Lydia and Selina, Our trip was perfect. Our guides were helpful, friendly and gracious. No complains just happiness! I already recommended you to a friend of mine who should be getting. Read More

Dear TCG, Thanks a lot for arranging a nice vacation to Tibet. We are pretty pleased with the arrangements. I found TCG as a very professional organization and I am pleased with the way the. Read More

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We base in Guilin and set out our subsidiary office in Tibet, Our qualify local guides and experienced tour designers are true insiders who are commit to created a hassle-free tour for you.

Tibet Travel Common FAQs

When is the best time to visit Tibet?

Tibet is one of the most dramatic climates places in china. Though cool in summer, it is extremely cold in the winter. The best time for your Tibet trip is from April to November, avoiding the cold and dry weather from December to February.

How to get the Travel Permit to Tibet?

Travel permit to Tibet is issued by Tibet Tourism Administration. To apply for it, the copy of your passport and Chinese visa, together with other information such as your occupation should be provided. Journalists and people that could be involved in political matters could be revoked. Your local ... Read more »

Tips on Traveling to China

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Overview

China covers over 3,706,580 square miles and is one of the world's biggest countries, in terms of both population and geographic size. The country's vibrant Asian culture, ancient heritage and bustling cities attract millions of visitors every year. Arm yourself with important legal, safety, health and travel tips to ensure a worry-free Chinese vacation.

Travel Documents

Bring a passport, valid through the date you plan to depart China, and the appropriate Chinese visa for your trip. You will be immediately deported if you fail to show both of these documents whe ... Read more »

Flying Mexican Discount Airlines

By Suzanne Barbezat. Mexico Travel Expert

Suzanne Barbezat is a travel writer based in Oaxaca, Mexico. She has traveled extensively throughout Mexico and has produced the About.com Mexico Travel site since 2006.

Mexico s two major airlines, Mexicana de Aviacion and Aeromexico were publicly owned and dominated the Mexican air travel market for many years. Fares were exorbitant, so the majority of Mexicans and tourists traveled by bus. Since the privatization of these airlines, several Mexican discount airlines have entered the scene, creating competition and bringing airfares down.

In the past budget travelers didn t even consider traveling by air within Mexico, and they spent many long hours on buses.

Bus service in Mexico can be excellent - with varied levels of service and good coverage throughout the country, but Mexico is big, and bus travel between destinations can take a very ... Read more »

Tips for first-time travel - from other travellers

by Lonely Planet Jan 31 2013

There's perhaps only one thing better than travelling to a place for the first time - going there for a second round.

Lonely Planet has a bucketload of advice for first-timers (in our guidebooks. mobile apps and on lonelyplanet.com ) but one of the best spots for know-how is our favourite and most vocal resource: other travellers on the Thorn Tree forum .

They've got advice on what to do if it's your first time in Japan or Cuba or Scandinavia or Chester or [insert destination here]. But some advice is consistent, no matter which country you’re travelling to. Here are some of the lessons they've learned the hard way (so you don't have to).

The number one reminder for first-timers on Thorn Tree is - don’t try and cram in too much. No really.

It’s natural to want to make the most of a first visit – there’s always that little voice war ... Read more »

Make sure you complain to Financial Ombudsman Service

2 out of 5. reviewed on Nov 25, 2015

My Cebu Pacific flight in Philippines was cancelled due to bad weather. I wrote to TID; after admitting that the policy covered flight cancellations due to bad weather, its assessor Cerberus Special Risks claimed that it needed more documentation, which I sent to it. Even for low cost airlines, the assessor wants a letter stating that no recompense has occurred although I substituted a nil return from my Cebu Pacific travel fund.

The assessor then settled the claim for a miniscule amount but suggested that the Product Disclosure Statemen

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t mandated that only the higher of my cancelled flight cost and my replacement flight with AirAsiaPhilippines would be covered, and of course the standard excess would be deducted.

Given TID s advertising and the ambiguities in its PDS, I have written twice to the Financial Ombudsman ... Read more »

Top 5 Travel Friendly BCDs

With airline regulations on baggage weight restrictions getting more and more stringent, the need for easy to carry light weight scuba diving equipment becomes the need of the hour.  Perhaps the bulkiest piece of Scuba Diving equipment is your BCD which can sometimes take up half your luggage space as well as half your weight limit. Manufacturers now aware of the demand for a lightweight, compact and easy to carry BCD for air travelers have started offering a number of lightweight streamlined options for the dive traveler.

A good travel BCD should weigh less than 3.5-4 Kg or about 7.7 -8 lbs, and should be easy to fold or pack in a suitcase without being bulky. Here are out top picks for Travel friendly BCDs:

Zeagle Scout BC

The Scout is Zeagle’s lightest and most compact BC, and is ideal for a basic travel system with minimum weight and bulk.  Reasonably lightweight weighing in at 6.7 lbs (2.9kgs ... Read more »