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TODAY, enlightened travellers often say they want to go on vacation, but sense that the total experience should not be all about them. Reaching out to the world is also about generating positive results for the greater good.

This is exactly what prompted three adventurous women to travel to Peru on an off the beaten track expedition to Machu Picchu. They went with the help of Charity Challenge, a tour operator dedicated to benefiting charities, as well as giving help to the local communities where their travellers go. The tour operator has a unique and carefully planned program for trips to nearly 12 countries. You can trek, cycle, climb, or ski throughout the world with the organization, while raising vital funds for a charity you love.

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We all had to sign a paper agreeing not to use any environmentally damaging products etc. They also hire local people for the trek from the cooks to the guides. Some of the money they get from the participants is donated to needy causes. Our Guide and his people were fantastic on the trek and in Cusco, they helped us whenever we needed things like hotel advice and changing money.

You too can go on many adventures that include raising money for a charity and giving back to the local communities you visit. For example, the leading human rights organization, Amnesty International, is just one of many charities that benefit from these exciting tours. More information is available at www.charitychallenge.ca. THN

www.newscanada.comTOP LEFT: Great Wall Discovery, ChinaTOP RIGHT: Sapa Hill Tribe, Vietnam Trek

MIDDLE LEFT: Kilimanjaro Summit Climb, TanzaniaBOTTOM LEFT: Sahara Desert Trek, Morocco

ABOVE: Ancient City of Machu Picchu, Peru

It was the BEST thing I did in a long time,says GERHILD NEUGEBAUER

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First of all it was just so well organized and the participants all had the same goal; making people aware of the charity of their choice and its purpose Some of my friends offered to sponsor me without me having to ask for a donation because they wanted to be part of the adventure. Neugebauer also pointed out that Charity Challenge is environmentally conscious.

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TODAY, enlightened travellers often say they want to go on vacation, but sense that the total experience should not be all about them. Reaching out to the world is also about generating positive results for the greater good.

This is exactly what prompted three adventurous women to travel to Peru on an off the beaten track expedition to Machu Picchu. They went with the help of Charity Challenge, a tour operator dedicated to benefiting charities, as well as giving help to the local communities where their travellers go. The tour operator has a unique and carefully planned program for trips to nearly 12 countries. You can trek, cycle, climb, or ski throughout the world with the organization, while raising vital funds for a charity you love.

Give Back

TRAVEL to LEARN

and to

We all had to sign a paper agreeing not to use any environmentally damaging products etc. They also hire local people for the trek from the cooks to the guides. Some of the money they get from the participants is donated to needy causes. Our Guide and his people were fantastic on the trek and in Cusco, they helped us whenever we needed things like hotel advice and changing money.

You too can go on many adventures that include raising money for a charity and giving back to the local communities you visit. For example, the leading human rights organization, Amnesty International, is just one of many charities that benefit from these exciting tours. More information is available at www.charitychallenge.ca. THN

www.newscanada.comTOP LEFT: Great Wall Discovery, ChinaTOP RIGHT: Sapa Hill Tribe, Vietnam Trek

MIDDLE LEFT: Kilimanjaro Summit Climb, TanzaniaBOTTOM LEFT: Sahara Desert Trek, Morocco

ABOVE: Ancient City of Machu Picchu, Peru

It was the BEST thing I did in a long time,says GERHILD NEUGEBAUER

from British Columbia.

First of all it was just so well organized and the participants all had the same goal; making people aware of the charity of their choice and its purpose Some of my friends offered to sponsor me without me having to ask for a donation because they wanted to be part of the adventure. Neugebauer also pointed out that Charity Challenge is environmentally conscious.

travel & lifestyle

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home dcor

FROM BORING TO

B O L DThe bathroom is a great place to start improvements, so if yours is boring, basic, or just outdated, it's time to make a change - even on a budget.

Faucets are a simple and affordable way to instantly renew the look and functionality of this busy room. For example, the Darcy bathroom collection from Moen includes transitionally styled faucets that provide a soft-modern look and water-saving benefits to offer the best of form, function, and beauty in no time. The collection is also available in Spot Resist Brushed Nickel finish, so you'll save time cleaning, as it helps resist water spots and fingerprints.

WEATHERTHE WINTER WISELY

No one wants to spend money on high energy bills, so be sure your home isn't losing heat through windows and doors that aren't insulated properly. Updates such as weather stripping can keep the cool air out while keeping the warm air inside - all of which will prevent throwing money out the window.

And don't stop there. Simple tasks, such as replacing worn-out caulk, insulating your outlets, and prepping your windows with plastic cling for the winter months can significantly reduce heating bills.

he cold temperatures are here to stay - so as you take cover indoors, it's the perfect time to put home improvement projects on your to-do list. Here are a few ideas to make your home feel and look fabulous very quickly:

Give your home a

WINTER WARM-UP

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home dcor

FROM BORING TO

B O L DThe bathroom is a great place to start improvements, so if yours is boring, basic, or just outdated, it's time to make a change - even on a budget.

Faucets are a simple and affordable way to instantly renew the look and functionality of this busy room. For example, the Darcy bathroom collection from Moen includes transitionally styled faucets that provide a soft-modern look and water-saving benefits to offer the best of form, function, and beauty in no time. The collection is also available in Spot Resist Brushed Nickel finish, so you'll save time cleaning, as it helps resist water spots and fingerprints.

WEATHERTHE WINTER WISELY

No one wants to spend money on high energy bills, so be sure your home isn't losing heat through windows and doors that aren't insulated properly. Updates such as weather stripping can keep the cool air out while keeping the warm air inside - all of which will prevent throwing money out the window.

And don't stop there. Simple tasks, such as replacing worn-out caulk, insulating your outlets, and prepping your windows with plastic cling for the winter months can significantly reduce heating bills.

he cold temperatures are here to stay - so as you take cover indoors, it's the perfect time to put home improvement projects on your to-do list. Here are a few ideas to make your home feel and look fabulous very quickly:

Give your home a

WINTER WARM-UP

T

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QuickKITCHEN UPGRADECold weather keeps us inside with far more cooking and entertaining in the kitchen. Decor advisers at Moen Canada say that the quickest way to update the kitchen, much like the bathroom, is by installing a new faucet. From food preparation to clean-up, the faucet is a major workhorse - as well as a beauty focal point. Pulldown and pullout faucets are a popular choice, such as the company's new Brookshire kitchen faucet, which features decorative touches and classic styling with a pullout design for at-your-fingertips water delivery. It's equipped with the Reflex system, which offers self-retraction of the spray wand, as well as a wide range of motion, generous reach, and secure docking retraction.

GET FIRED UPNothing feels better on a cold night than getting cozy by a fire, but is your fireplace prepped for the season? For a wood-burning fireplace, inspect the chimney for nests or cracks. Next, clean it thoroughly to remove creosote (unburned fuel) to prevent unwanted fires. For gas-burning fireplaces, be sure the airways of the pilot and main burners are working properly and the blower is clean. Finally, be sure you have working carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, as well as an operational fire extinguisher nearby. Now it's easy to relax and enjoy the warm glow safely.

FOCUS ON

FIXTURES & FANSWith shorter winter days, there's less natural light and so you may notice your fixtures a lot more. For added illumination and energy savings, update incandescent bulbs with brighter, Energy Star-rated bulbs which use about 75 percent less energy and last 10 to 25 times longer. Next, take a look at the ceiling fans in your home. Start by cleaning the blades with a gentle detergent and then switch the blades to rotate clockwise. Changing this setting pushes warm air down into the room, making it feel warmer.

Your home will operate more efficiently with these wintertime changes - and as importantly, it will look and feel fabulous. THNwww.newscanada.com

home dcor

QuickKITCHEN UPGRADECold weather keeps us inside with far more cooking and entertaining in the kitchen. Decor advisers at Moen Canada say that the quickest way to update the kitchen, much like the bathroom, is by installing a new faucet. From food preparation to clean-up, the faucet is a major workhorse - as well as a beauty focal point. Pulldown and pullout faucets are a popular choice, such as the company's new Brookshire kitchen faucet, which features decorative touches and classic styling with a pullout design for at-your-fingertips water delivery. It's equipped with the Reflex system, which offers self-retraction of the spray wand, as well as a wide range of motion, generous reach, and secure docking retraction.

GET FIRED UPNothing feels better on a cold night than getting cozy by a fire, but is your fireplace prepped for the season? For a wood-burning fireplace, inspect the chimney for nests or cracks. Next, clean it thoroughly to remove creosote (unburned fuel) to prevent unwanted fires. For gas-burning fireplaces, be sure the airways of the pilot and main burners are working properly and the blower is clean. Finally, be sure you have working carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, as well as an operational fire extinguisher nearby. Now it's easy to relax and enjoy the warm glow safely.

FOCUS ON

FIXTURES & FANSWith shorter winter days, there's less natural light and so you may notice your fixtures a lot more. For added illumination and energy savings, update incandescent bulbs with brighter, Energy Star-rated bulbs which use about 75 percent less energy and last 10 to 25 times longer. Next, take a look at the ceiling fans in your home. Start by cleaning the blades with a gentle detergent and then switch the blades to rotate clockwise. Changing this setting pushes warm air down into the room, making it feel warmer.

Your home will operate more efficiently with these wintertime changes - and as importantly, it will look and feel fabulous. THNwww.newscanada.com

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Newer windows, new electrical; no knob & tube. Spa like masters bath. Gourmet reno eat in kitchen with quartz counters and

breakfast table, w/o patio and magnificent landscaped almost 170Ft deep lot X 36Ft wide at the back. Wide drive and reno garage

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4 Darlingbrook Cres $1,389,000Prestigious Edenbridge locale surrounded by multi-million dollar mansions! Exceptional ranch bungalow perfectly ac-commodates extended family. Very popular school district, quick to airport, and highways. Fantastic price!

416-234-2424

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Updated huge Victorian home with 5 separate apartments. Finished basement. Lane drive and 2 large garages.

UPPER BLOOR WEST VILLAGE

JUST SOLD FOR $1,445,000

$1,399,000 Fantastic detached home. Modern floor plan. Almost 3200 sq ft + 1700 sq ft fin bsmnt. 4 bedrooms 5 baths. Private drive & b/i oversized garage. Mahogany doors, walnut built-ins & staircases, premium hrdwd flrs, granite & marble. Roberto Cavalli marble tiles in baths. Caesarstone, Indiana limestone exterior. Dream kitchen and more SOLD!

SOUTH OF BURNHAMTHORPE

SOLD

$999,900 Stunning reno large 4-bdrm & 2-bath home on huge lot. Orig details: hrdwd fl, bay window, French drs, crown, wood trim, leaded glass. New windows & new electrical. Spa-like master bath. Eat-in kit w/quartz ctrs, w/o to patio & yard. Wide drive & reno garage. Fin 7 bsmnt: family rm, office, laundry & sep entrance. Near subway, High Park, BWV. 487glenlake.com

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NATURE LOVERS DELIGHT

$879,900 Beautiful reno home on a cul-de-sac. Park-like setting. 4 bdrms converted to 3 bdrms & 2 bath. Hrdwd fl, bay window, French drs, crown, wainscoting & trim. Huge spa-like semi-ensuite 5-pc bath w/Jacuzzi, sep glass shower, marble fl & walls. Reno eat-in kit : granite counters & new St/St appls. French dr to patio & private yard. Wide drive + front parking. Fin bsmt.

BLOOR W VILLAGE / HIGH PARK

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$299,990 Posh townhouse living at luxury Loggia condos. Spacious open-concept 2-level condo. 2 bedrooms & 2 baths, 900 sq ft with over 200 sq ft private oasis patio.

LOGGIA CONDOS

SOLD

$519,900 Reno 2-bedroom & 2-bathroom suite. Oversized balcony with panoramic city and lake views. Near subway, High Park and Bloor West Village. 15 minutes to downtown or airport.

HIGH PARK / 100 QUEBEC AVE

SOLD IN 3 DAYS FOR OVER ASKING PRICE

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