As Port remains king, stunning still red wines and improving whites strive to be noticed in the market place
They all came, bringing their vines, the Phoenicians, the Greeks and of course the Romans who named their new province Lusitania, what we now call Portugal, and from where much of the wine produced was exported to the Roman Empire.

Portugal has hundreds of indigenous grape varieties – many attributed to Henry The Navigator who bought back vines from his many nautical journeys.

Records show that wine was exported to England as early as the twelfth century and a treaty in1353 allowed Portuguese craft to fish in English coastal waters against favourable and increased importing and consumption of Portuguese wine (remember, it was not done to toast our monarch with the wine of his enemy !)

Today Portugal has, on the one hand the established Port Houses, the testimony of historic co-operation, where English names abound: Taylors, Croft, Graham, Cockburn etc., then there are the ubiquitous but successful rose wine of Mateus and the thin, acidic wines called ‘Vinho Verde’.   Latterly Portugal has made huge, successful strides to improve the quality of its wines which was consistently apparent at the Wines of Portugal tasting I attended within a huge marquee at Lords during mid April.

Vinho Verde is a region, where once more red was produced than white – either of questionable quality.  Today the planting and pruning of higher quality vines such  Alvarinho, Loueiro and Trajadura varieties (often blended) has moved the white wines of the region right up the ladder. Look for two really good Vinho Verdes :

Soalheiro, Primeiras Vinhas 2008 lovely crisp acidity with stone fruit and melon textured flavours (around £13/14.00 in good wine shops) and Quinta de Azevedo 2009 (£6.69 Waitrose) a ‘patio aperitif’, spritzy, light and crisp with citrus & minerals – both will blow the old stigma out of the window. 

Other excellent white wines are grown throughout the regions down to the south with Alentejo, the closest main region to the holiday rich reports of Algarve.  Here Arinto and Antao Vaz produce dry yet aromatic whites with hints of nuts and peaches (seek Fundacao Eugenio de Almeida, Pera-Manca, Alentejano 2007 expensive but excellent from good wine shops).  

Best advice with Portuguese wines really is to pay that extra £2-£3 per bottle – it should be worth it.

Red varieties are now exploding, for as well as making Port way up north in the searing heat of the slopes of the Douro Valley, where the grapes are still trodden by the pickers and volunteers in ‘the old way’, those same grapes are producing red wines of wonderful complexity. The top variety of the region is the stunning Touriga Nacional which is blended with other excellent varieties Touriga Franca, Tinta Barocca and Tinta Roriz (known as Aragonez in the south and Tempranillo in Spain).  Try to find the excellent Douro wines from Quinta de la Rosa. Waitrose stock ‘Altano’ 2007 (£6.49) a good ‘fooie’.

In the regions to the south, Dao (same varieties as the Duero), Barraida (also Baga variety) and Estremadura (soon to be changed to VR Lisboa) are producing excellent options.  Alentejo’s main red varieties are Aragoez (‘Tempranillo’) and Trincadeira and right now I am seeking out Adega Cooperative de Portalegre’s wonderful Quinta da Cabaca 2006 (red) and their Conventual Reserva 2008 (white) – if you come across them – snap them up – you won’t be disappointed.  Waitrose have the delicious Tinto da Anfora, Alentejano – great value at £7.29.

Rose wine, on the back of the still popular Mateus Rose, is very much on the increase with many having that slight spritz which is so refreshing when you’ve pulled the cork in the heat of summer.  However, a range of styles abound and again you generally get what you pay for.  Also, some more than fair sparklers are also coming out of the Alentejo.

Last and not least I must mention the fortified wines of Madeira which belie the perception of elderly well-to-do English with fruit cake on bone china. I have enjoyed tasting quite a few recently, the variance of styles of the four white grape varieties : Sercial (dry and pale), Verdelho (medium), Bual (medium-sweet) and Malmsey (Malvasia) the richest – all with their degrees of smoky, burnt sugar aromas and sweetness as they age, some up-to minimum 20 years in oak casks.

You can pop into your local Morrisons and try the fairly good Point West 2008 red and a fairly quaffable, horribly-named Pink Elephant rose 2009 (£5.00) and there’s the good-value Tagus Creek range (widely available).

And if you’re Cliff Richard fans there are good white, red and rose offerings from his Adega do Cantor winery in the Algarve.   If you are there and he’s there and it is raining at Wimbledon – you may even get a song !

David Hughes – “The Wine Enthusiast”
David opened his family wine bar and restaurant in the heart of the City of London where he was formerly a shipbroker.

Now, 25 years later, through the profession and by invitation from vintners, David has explored many of the world’s wine growing regions.  These experiences enabled him to introduce exciting new and unusual varieties and regions to his eclectic wine lists.

Since June 2009 David has concentrated on his principal enthusiasm to share his knowledge and pleasure in the world of wine. He also acts as a consultant to wine bars and restaurants seeking to balance and innovate their wine lists, and has for years advised and supplied clients and individuals with wines for ‘that special occasion’.

For more information on David Hughes, please visit his website: The Wine Enthusiast

Originally published in About my Area Website (Essex) Food and Drink Section.

This article provides an overview of some of the major tourist destinations in the Algarve region of Portugal. With its sub-tropical climate and sandy beaches, the algarve is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe.

Albufeira is considered by many to be a young persons destination, but there is plenty for older people and families to do, and the resort is much quieter away from the main summer season. The beaches are fantastic, and in the evening head for the Old Town and The Strip (the sea front area). There are plenty of restaurants and bars along the strip, but the prices here are generally higher than away from the sea front.

The town is effectively divided into 2 parts – the strip containing shops and nightclubs, and the old town with its cobbled streets, shops, bars, restaurants all based around a town square. Albufeira is also a good winter destination, with plenty of winter activities such as golf, fishing, boat trips and walking.

Alvor is a traditional Portuguese fishing village located on a sheltered natural lagoon which opens out into the sea. The town is a maze of narrow cobbled streets, with an old parish church at the centre. There are plenty of restaurants in Alvor serving a variety of seafood and local dishes. The quayside restaurants provide fresh sea produce at very reasonable prices. Fish stews and grilled sardines are local specialities. Deep sea fishing and boating trips are available at the harbour. Although this ancient coastal village is now a very popular holiday location the enclosed narrow streets have restricted the advances of developers, and much of the towns original charm is preserved. Many of these cobbled streets have bars with live music and different types of restaurants

Portimao is one of the most densely populated cities in the Algarve. Portimao is the largest town on the Barlavento/Western area of Algarve. The city has a harbour and a small airfield. The coastline around Portimao consists of sandy beaches and stunning colored rock formations. The Caves of Estombar are well worth a visit, as is the mosaic floor of the Roman villa at Figueira. Inland from Portimao the scenery and traditional villages are also not to be missed.

Tavira has been developed significantly in recent years, but retains much of its original charm. A visit to the Old Town is recommended with its historic church and beautiful medieval houses with Gothic windows and doorways. There are plenty of shops, bars and restaurants to idle away the time. The best beaches require a short ferry ride out to Tavira Island, but there are smaller beaches around the town which are great for kids.

Monte Gordo was formerly a fishing village, and was one of the first tourist destinations on the Algarve with the first hotels in the area built in the sixties. One of the most beautiful areas of the Algarve is Monte Gordo beach which has fantastic scenery. In the town there are a great number of bars and restaurants, where you can taste the best of the traditional Algarve cuisine. The Restaurant Marisqueira Monte Gordo is a favourite destination for tourists.

Lagos with its spectacular rock formations and golden beaches have made the town one of the most popular Algarve resorts. As you head West from Faro, the scenery gradually becomes more rugged, with many of the beaches becoming a little less accessible. The water can be choppy, and may not be ideal for young children.

Sagres is a great destination for walkers, experienced surfers and visitors interested in natural beauty rather than the more developed resorts. Sagres is around a 2 hour drive from Faro at the far Western tip of the Algarve, and has a similarity to the West coast of Wales. The beaches here can be dangerous due to the huge waves, and a number of unsuspecting people have been swept away in recent years. Sagres Castle is set on cliff tops above the sea and is a great place to view the fantastic landscape.

Matt May is an internet journalist and travel writer. He is also a director at Blue Valley Car Hire who provides car hire in the Algarve

You may have an image of the Algarve in your head that is one of a typical tourist hotspot, with nothing more to offer than beaches and the sea. While it is certainly true that the Algarve does have an abundance of this to offer, (it is a coastal region) it also has a great deal to offer by way of activities, therefore making it a popular destination, which attracts more and more tourists every year.

If you are wondering just what activities the Algarve has to offer,

then wonder no more. With the useful list that has been compiled below, you will definitely be able to plan a fun-packed trip, should you decide to go to this fantastic place.

Paragliding

We are definitely not starting off with one for the faint hearted, as paragliding is one for the more hedonistic. With the unique thrill of whizzing about in the sky, this is about as close as it gets, to being a bird. Although it can seem really scary, you should be up and away in no time, with some wise words and a bit of encouragement from your instructor.

Surfing

All right, so surfing is something you can do easily back home, but there is no better place to do it, than in the Algarve. For a start the sea is lovely and warm, (even in the winter) and there is never any wind. The Algarve is a popular surfing destination for people with various experience and ability. It has areas with waves that are better suited to beginners, right up to some seriously big waves, that should only be attempted by the highly skilled. The beaches are awash with places to hire boards from and to get lessons, so it is something that is really accessible.

Skydiving
Arguably the most daring of all the activities on this list, skydiving is the type of thing that people either will, or will not do. However, if you do decide to go to the Algarve and skydive, you will certainly have something nice to look at as you fall towards earth.

Kayaking

Sea kayaking is more fun than the vast majority of boat orientated activities. Marvel at the sights that the Algarve’s cliffs have to offer you, as your sea kayaking guide introduces you to various grottoes and caves. Float about and be part of the flotsam and jetsam. It really is fantastic, and will certainly give you something to talk about once you get back off your holiday.

This article is written by Jonathan L Walker, on behalf of Vale Do Lobo Holiday, specialising in Holidays in Vale Do Lobo

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Any critic in a dog show will definitely look into the dog’s history when assessing the dog.

Thus, show judges that spot a portuguese water dog remember that this is a working dog that started out in Portugal. They were bred to accomplish physically demanding work, and the ideal Portie got the job done with his skill, courage, and determination. With that, a judge therefore will get the surprise of his or her life to see a Portie all fixed up as some sort of “glamour” dog, much like a Poodle or some lap dog. Nevertheless, a real show Portie’s coat has been allowed to lie naturally, sans the fluffing and puffing that some do their utmost to pull off on the breed.

Many must be interested as to why the portuguese water dog is shaved at the rear. As we have hinted above, it is a matter of function. The long coat length at the front shielded the dog from low water temperatures whenever he went diving. Hard as it may seem (harsh, even), it was all in a day’s work if the Portie was told to go under to look for some lost tackle, or some wayward part of the net, or to swim and bring a note to the next boat. The clipped hindquarters, on the other hand, allow the breed ease of movement to propel itself.

This all amounts to a dog not in a lion trim (at least in a show!) sending the signal that he cannot accomplish efficiently the task he was meant for.

Another thing that needs to be reduced when preparing a Portie is mistakes. One such mistake that can be made by a portuguese water dog owner is that the dog is over trimmed. Indeed, if we will really go by tradition, a “messy”-looking dog will fit in more than a “glamorous”-looking dog.

Furthermore, the dog needs to do away (inasmuch as they look cute) with the tufts of hair half-covering  his eyes, since a long fringe would make this dog unable to find its way in the water.

Portuguese fisherman practiced shaving their dogs once a year. This means that long coats that some dogs sport come across as unnatural, and not keeping with tradition.

In sum however, the portuguese water dog needs to be neat, without tangles or knots, and much more free of hair spray, or any chemical substance for that matter.

As always, we always need to keep going back to the main idea when assessing the dog: what was he bred to do? Sensible and fair-minded judges know how to keep on revisiting the fundamental question.

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Most tourists who come to the Algarve on holiday obviously place the sun and beaches at the top of their priority list, but many have varying requirements when  it comes to the accommodation they choose. Lets see the different details of what each has to  offer:-                                                      

The Hotel Package

1) You can go to a high street or online (or even TV) travel agent and book the whole package including flights in one go.
2) Usually if you have an average family of four this can be quite expensive.
3) Normally packages are made through reputable  companies and complaints and guarantees should be quickly handled. 

                                      
4) Hotels are usually crowded and noisy in peak season but some clients prefer this atmosphere on holiday.
5) Breakfast and at least dinner are usually included in the booking so there is no necessity to make meals.
6) Hotels are usually in areas where there are other hotels and bars nearby for varied evening entertainment and many can be found very close to the beach.   
7) Visits to attractions and tours plus car hire can usually be easily booked from the hotel reception.
It can sometimes be difficult to find pool beds and sun bathing areas because of crowding. 
9) Problems such as accidents or loss of credit cards etc can be handled with help from the hotel reception.
10)Usually shuttle bus from airport to hotel. 

The Private Villa or Apartment Rental .

1) Most bookings are done individually online.  Property, flights, and car hire usually have to be made separately.If lucky many bargains can be found.
2) Usually it can be cheaper for an average family to rent and sometimes if there enough bedrooms it is sometimes possible for two families to share costs. 
3) Many times bookings are made on a private basis owner to renter. Sometimes it may be more difficult to solve a dispute, but most property owners are now becoming more customer service orientated  as they realise they want you to return.
4) If you need peace and quiet a private villa in the country with a private pool is an unbeatable experience.
5) As you are self catering you must buy food and make all meals yourself which could be classed as work on a holiday, or eat out, which could become expensive.
6) Private accommodation is usually out of the way for entertainment, attractions and beaches and most places will need a car trip.
7) All visits to attractions, shows etc must be booked individually or via tourist offices in a town.
Private pool and sunbeds  obviously make it easy to enjoy the sun without stress.
9) All accidents and incidents if any must be handled on your own which sometimes can quite daunting if there is a language problem when dealing with an emergency.
10) A car hire will be a necessity, and usually cars can be collected at or near the airport.

As you can see there are fors and againsts for both types of holiday so we hope we have given you some points to discuss to help you make your perfect Algarve holiday choice.

If you require the best of both worlds visit www.taviragarden.net where you can rent a private villa or apartment and have all the privacy you require, or use our two pools, gym, sports centre and restaurant, with service and booking advice from our reception.

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Starting a new enterprise aiming at the Portuguese market is a difficult task at this point in time. The Portuguese economy is struggling; the new Government has raised taxes including the rate of VAT to 20%, hoping to close the gap in the budget, bringing it in line to comply with the European directive.

The increasing number of people from different European countries moving to Portugal opens up new opportunities when one looks at the market the foreign community represents.

The majority of ex pats do live in the Algarve Region of Portugal. So if one is considering staring a business or buying an existing one that’s the place to do it. Let us look at some figures; According to the latest official count there are around 30,000 British people living in the Algarve followed by 20,000 Germans and a further 15,000 is made up of smaller groups of people, coming from Holland, Belgian and France. In total the Algarve has a total ex pat population of almost 65,000 and that is just the official figure. The number of different nationalities living in this melting pot of different cultures is believed to be close to 87. There is no doubt, that the influx of different people from all over Europe has enriched the Region in more ways than one. It is quite a sizable market to tap into, providing, one has the right idea how to market ones services or products. In my opinion, there is a need and use for a lot of things. Since almost everyone amongst the foreign residents speaks English the language hurdle is not so serious, and that is in it’s self an advantage if one speaks only one language. There is more to business life in Portugal or the Algarve for that matter, than to open a bar or Restaurant. I would challenge anyone who tells me that a Bar or Restaurant in the Algarve makes good money. I am not trying to talk down or belittle the owners of Bars or Restaurants. All I try to say; be careful if you are considering getting into that line of work. Yes, there are always the exceptions, and there are establishments which are running well. But on the whole this particular trade does not offer a great deal of return on the investment. Most people have a skill or a profession, with which they earned their money in their home country and it, is quite likely, that your “old” skills can be used in your host country. The difficulty is that one may have to apply them in a slightly different way. Don’t forget it is a different country and what worked in the UK or Germany or Holland may not work here in the same way. If you are thinking of buying or starting a business, just give us a call and have a chat with us. We are confident that we can give you some helpful advice or even some good ideas, or at least point you in the right direction where to get the information you need. If you look at our web site www.sellandbuydirect.com you will see that we provide a free information service for anyone with questions on just about anything concerning Portugal in general and the Algarve in particular. Good luck Pedro Rodriguez info@sellandbuydirect.com

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The author Pedro Rodriguez was born in Valencia and spent his early career with Woodstock Homes PLC. After almost 20 years involvement with residential and commercial property sales he is now engaged in a new venture and works as a consultant for an American advertising company. promoting the sale of properties direct from the owners. www.sellandbuydirect.com

There is a vast array of decorative products and services available to
transform the home into a true reflection of personal style.
Whether searching for the right furniture or a piece of art or fabric to complete the look, there is plenty out there to satisfy a kaleidoscope
of tastes.

There are, however, other avenues for the decorative process to take which can add a highly original aspect to any home and transform the dullest of rooms into an unusual blend of colour and form.

Mural or fresco paintings provide an exiting new dimension to house decoration utilising images directly from the imagination for personal delectation -and can add a splash of humour to serious, formal, interior design. They have the added advantages of disguising unsightly imperfections in building design and brightening up dingy corners.

After working in the world of fashion and furnishing fabric design in London until the late 80´s I decided to exchange the busy streets of the metropolis for the rolling hills of the Eastern Algarve, an area at that time was something of a “design desert”. My Algarve interior design projects opened my eyes to the dearth of interest in most of the houses I visited, evident in their flatness and lack of colour. Designing furniture and taking painting commissions for a variety of homes soon gave way to a much more artistically rewarding interior design work: mural painting.

A boring flat wall can be turned into a burst of interest and colour by painting a highly effective trompe lòeil which in turn adds great character to a location. Narrow hallways can suddenly become talking points, with Roman statues effectively painted on the walls, giving an impression of depth and greater space. Indoor swimming pools can suddenly be lapping at the edge of the African savannah, watched over by a host of exotic plants and animals. Bathrooms can look out onto colourful seascapes, populated with pirates and palm trees if you wish. Plain ceilings can be made to come alive as tropical rainforests tumble lavishly down the walls. Dull dead-ends can be miraculously given stunning views out to sea, or over hills and beyond if you so desire. Monkeys could sit idly, as if observing. Birds could flutter above your head and grapevines can twist their way around the contours of rooms.

 With mural art everything is possible. You can let your imagination run wild. Mural art varies considerably in its complexity. From colour washes, where plain walls can be made into marble or given coloured texture to make them infinitely more interesting, to the creation of swathes of fake stone masonry, where intricate stone carvings, columns and designs appear on walls made of imaginary blocks.

By using mural art, fake windows can disguise a dull corner, and clever designs can hide ugly fittings,and plain concrete posts can become plant pots oozing with colour. Mural art can be almost magical and as a result many of my clients entrust their whole house to artistic whimsy. A décor can be created that is not only exclusive, but which panders to expatriates´ desires to experiment with more daring decoration ideas than they ever would have considered back home. Mural Art adds that special something to any home, bringing the”design desert”  to life and addind an elevating element of style and humour.

Ian Bevan studied interior design and printed textiles at Bradford School of Art, worked in fashion and furnishing fabric design in London and has been happily settled in the Algarve since the late 80`s. Examples of his latest Mural Art commissions with
explanatory photographs can be found at www.ianbevanart.com

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Golfing is one of the most popular activities that the tourists coming to Western Algarve staying in holiday villas can experience. This region of Portugal has many world class golf courses like Alto Golf, Golfe do Morgado, Penina Championship Golf, Gramacho Course and Vale do Milho Golf. Many of the golf courses in Portugal offer buggy hire and club hire. Many have driving ranges and restaurants to eat in after a hard day golfing.

All the golf courses of this region are just a short distance from the holiday apartments and villas that the golfers like to rent as holiday homes during their golf holidays. One of the best advantages of playing golf here is that one can enjoy the exotic and awe inspiring view of landmarks and natural beauty of western Algarve from the elevations of the golf courses of this region.

Outdoor sports are the second most popular fun holiday activity with many of the tourists who choose to stay in self catering holiday accommodation. They can enjoy outdoor sports such as biking, hiking, cycling and hiking in the Western Algarve.

The Western Algarve is emerging as a popular holiday destination for all those craving extreme water sports. This is because one can enjoy kayaking, snorkeling, canoeing, sailing, underwater diving, over water riding and rafting at Praia da Luz in Western Algarve.

Clubbing is also a popular holiday fun activity for tourists coming to this region from across the world. One can enjoy dancing to rock, jazz, hip hop and Latin in the world class dance clubs of this region. You can get a chance to taste the wines of Portugal in the bars and cafes that are so welcoming to tourists.

Many families stay in holiday villas and apartments during their holiday to this beautiful region of Portugal. If you are lucky you may be here when one of the many festivals is on. One such famous festival is the Albufeira festival and it ends with a spectacular firework at the midnight.

Holiday makers come to the Western Algarve from all over the world. It is said to be the holiday playground of Portugal and offers so many things to do. Lovers of water sports will have a fantastic time on one of the many beaches and if you can rent a holiday villa right by the sea.

The combination of good local food, great weather and warm and friendly people combine to make the Western Algarve such a popular holiday destination. There are some superb seafood restaurants and almost all of the small towns and villages have many bars and cafes. Tourists are made to feel most welcome and there is nothing more relaxing than spending a long leisurely meal at one of the small family run establishments.

The Western Algarve is not just a golf holiday destination. There are so many things for all the family to do together that help make this part of Portugal such a great place to stay in holiday rentals. That is why so many people return here year after year on their holidays.

Today although the Algarve in Portugal is a popular destination with tourists it still remains pretty unspoilt, compared to locations in Spain. Here you will have the chance to rent some of the most beautiful Algarve holiday villas, which are situated in locations where you will have breathtaking views of all that this part of Portugal has to offer.

Certainly, one of the main reasons for why people flock to the Algarve each year is because of its beautiful beaches of which there are over 100 miles of them. Plus this is a country, which has high levels of sunshine throughout the year. On average, the Algarve offers more than 3,000 hours of sunshine throughout the year. Plus as you will soon discover the food offered here is of good quality and which will in many cases either have been grown or caught locally.

However when it comes to renting a villa in the Algarve you not only have to think about the cost of actually renting the property for the time you are there. But you will also need to factor in other costs including what you are going to be spending on food, car hire and of course not forgetting your flights.

As you will soon discover when it comes to what kind of villa it is you are going to rent there are a number of different types that you can select from. Some will be offering you the kind of luxury that you only thought that the rich and famous could afford, whilst there will be others that will be much more affordable and will not break the bank. Also, you will find that you can select between a variety of different shapes and sizes of villas, and what kinds of facilities they also have.

When it comes to renting a villa in the Algarve on average you could expect to have to spend around 320 ($640) a week to as much as 570 ($1,140) a week for one. However, what you actually pay for one will largely depend on the size and quality of the villa and at which time of the year you are going to be renting. You will find that if you choose to rent a villa during June, July and August, which is high season then you, are going to have to pay more than if you rented one in March or September that are considered to be part of the low season.

Also, how much you pay for your villa will depend on what amenities and facilities are offered with it. For example if you choose to rent a villa that comes with maid service and its own private swimming pool, this will cost far more than one that did not.

However, what you will find is that all the villas come with fully equipped rooms and the necessary appliances to make it a home away from home. Plus they all come with satellite TV so you will still be able to keep abreast of what is happening in the world. Plus it provides you with the facility to get the children sat down and just relaxing before they go to bed each evening after a full days entertainment and enjoyment.

When deciding which kind of villa it is you would like to rent for your stay in the Algarve you first need to choose one, which is going to be suitable for the number of people who are going to be staying in it. So the more people that are going to be staying in the villa then the bigger the one you will need to rent. However, when you divide the cost of the villa rental by the number of people staying in it, you will see just how reasonable the price is compared to if you were staying in a hotel.

When it comes to finding your ideal Algarve holiday villas to rent for your next holiday the best place to start your search is online. Not only are you likely to find exactly what it is that you want, but you are also likely to find some great deals also.

These fantastic attractions mean there are a wide range of Algarve holiday villas to rent which are set in amazing locations. If the Algarve isn’t for you right now, there are many other holiday villas in Portugal to pick from.

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