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Chapter 45 of human Bill Cipher would give anything to be trapped in the Mystery Shack again; The Eclipse, part 3.

Whatever's making gravity disappear in Gravity Falls is accelerating; Bill continues to insist he knows exactly what it is but won't say what; Ford's getting pretty fed up with him; and poor Dipper's just got to put up with them.

Oh, and totality arrives.

Bill woke up before full dawn with his cheek in half an inch of water.

He sat up with a gasp. The movement flung his bedsheet off; it floated gently in the air. Bill's exhalations moved it faster than gravity did. The lake was flooding the tent.

He was collapsed halfway out of his tent. He crawled the rest of the way out, dry heaved, splashed some water on his face, forced himself to his feet, and looked at the golden sky.

He didn't like what he saw.

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Ford and Dipper were woken up by "Reveille" playing on a kazoo. "Rise and shine, puppets, the situation's gotten worse!"

Ford sat up with a groan. "The devil's going..." He lifted his hand to rub his eyes, and instead splashed himself with water. He gasped. "What?"

Bill kicked at the zipped tent flap. "You're flooding, and that's the least of your bad news."

When Ford got out of the tent, Bill was pacing back and forth on top of the water, wringing water out of his bedsheet. "My estimate was wrong. Totality's happening today," he said. "The eclipse must have accelerated."

"Oh, that's ridiculous," Ford said. "How can an eclipse accelerate?"

"You don't know everything! You study the paranormal, you should be used to the inexplicable!"

"My job is to explain the inexplicable."

"Split hairs later!" Bill pointed toward Tate & Backle's Bait & Tackle shop at the far end of the lake. From that distance, it seemed to be sitting on the surface of the water as well. "The closest shelter's the bait shop. We can wait out totality there—"

"No," Ford said.

Bill stared at him. "What do you mean no. You don't still plan on hiking up to Gravity Peak—"

"I do."

"Are you insane!"

"That's an interesting question out of you."

"It's going to be here in hours! And you want to be at the highest point in Gravity Falls?!"

Dipper shuffled out of the tent, blinking groggily. "Why do you have a kazoo?"

"Not! Important! Now!" Bill resumed pacing. "What'll it take to convince you to take this seriously and stay low?"

"You could start with a proper explanation."

"I've explained as much as you need to—" Bill abruptly fell silent and stopped walking, eyes wide with horror.

Dipper and Ford turned to see what he was looking at.

There was nothing. Just a few pine trees in front of a line of gray rocks still tall enough to stick up out of the shallow water in front of the sheer cliff face below Gravity Peak. Dipper turned to Bill. "What?"

Bill didn't answer. He just took off his backpack and started stuffing his damp bedsheet inside. "With gravity so low, the climb through the tunnel to the peak should be a lot faster than humans can usually go," Bill muttered. "If we can get up there in an hour or two, do your stupid scans, and at least get back to the cave before totality..." He looked worriedly at the sky, then slung his backpack back on. "But we need to leave now."

Ford said, "I suppose we could have breakfast on the go. As soon as we pack our tents and change into dry clothes..."

"No time," Bill said. "You can change in the cave, you'll just get your clothes wet again if you do it here. We'll come back for the tents later."

Dryly, Ford said, "Who put you in charge of this expedition?"

"If we waste any more time, the lake will rise higher than the cave opening and we won't be able to get in."

Ford mentally measured how high the lake had risen already. "We'll come back for the tents later."

The survival equipment Ford kept in his backpack included a self-inflating raft with two collapsible paddles, which was well worth the slightly-unstable magic he'd used to get it to fit without being too heavy to carry. He inflated the raft, everyone climbed in, Ford gave Dipper the second paddle, and they set out across the lake in the pinkish early morning light.

Bill looked back over his shoulder one last time at the the line of sharp, gray rocks, and the beforeimage of brilliant red blood drying on their points, such a dramatic and permanent change to their appearance that even hours beforehand he could see it; and then he forced himself to turn away. The only way they were avoiding that was if they were off the cliff before totality.

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As they crossed the lake, Bill ran his hands beneath the surface next to the inflatable raft and scooped up a handful of water. With the water came eight small, wriggly, ghostly axolotls, clear as glass and shining in the thin rays of dawn.

Dipper gasped. "What are those?"

Bill gave him a sharp look. "You can see them?"

"See what?" Ford asked, leaning over to peer at Bill's hands.

Dipper said, "The—the axolotls?" At Ford's frown, Dipper asked, "Can't you see them?"

"He can't see them," Bill said.

Uncertainly, glancing over the side of the boat, Ford asked, "In the water? Where?"

"No, in Bill's hands."

"He can't see them," Bill repeated. "You shouldn't be able to see them, either." He spilled the axolotls back into the lake. They melted into the water as though they'd never existed. "You really, really need to get inside."

Dipper did not like the sound of that. He swallowed hard.

"What exactly did you see?" Ford asked.

"Bill just... scooped a bunch of tiny axolotls out of the water," Dipper said. "Like the one in the fish tank, but smaller. And they were completely clear, like they were made out of ice."

"Were they alive?"

"Yeah, they were wiggling around. They disappeared when he dropped them back in the water."

"At least they're still transparent," Bill muttered. "And I suppose you won't take this as proof that I've been right about everything."

"Wh—" Ford lowered his paddle and gestured at the lake, "How do invisible axolotls that only some people can see prove anything about 'gravitational eclipses'! If anything, that sounds like the exact kind of weirdness that would come from the Nightmare Realm ripping open!"

"Oh, I wish it was the Nightmare Realm, I would love for it to be the Nightmare Realm," Bill snapped. "You know what, never mind! I changed my mind! Keep saying your thing about the sky ripping open and pouring all my friends into town! Maybe if you say it enough times I'll be wrong and it'll happen, that'd be great!"

"It at least makes more sense than your story! What in the world are a bunch of invisible axolotls doing in the lake, anyway!"

"Migrating."

"Axolotls don't migrate to Oregon, their native range is in Mexico!"

"Fine. Harbinging. They're harbingers."

"Of what?"

"The eclipse."

Ford dropped his oar, made a gesture like he was fighting himself not to strangle Bill, and finally dragged his hands down his face. "Why. Are invisible axolotls the harbingers of an eclipse."

"I don't know, it's just one of those things! Are we going to the cave or not?!"

Ford furiously started rowing again. Dipper had to hurry to keep up.

As he paddled, Ford snapped, "And for as often as you've told us not to look up, now that this 'eclipse' of yours is nearly at 'totality,' I still don't see anything out of the ordinary in the sky!"

"Of course you don't," Bill snapped back, "it's not in the sky."

"Then why can't we look up?!"

"I don't mean up, I mean up-up."

Ford stared at Bill like he'd grown a second head. "WHAT?!"

"I mean... ahhh," Bill made a frustrated noise, snapping his fingers, "English doesn't have a word for— upward-but-not-skyward! You know what I mean!"

Ford almost snapped at Bill again; but then paused. "Hold on," he said slowly. "That's from..."

"Who cares what it's from, you at least know what it means—"

"Flatworld," Ford said. "That was the name of it, right?"

A brief grimace flashed across Bill's face. "Yes, that."

Dipper looked between them, confused. "What?"

Ford said, "It's a novella that explains the concept of higher dimensions by using a metaphor about lower dimensions. A sphere visits the second dimension to teach a square about the third—but where the sphere intersects the second dimension, all the square can see is a circle."

Bill muttered, "Would you drop the wise mentor schtick for five minutes—"

Ford raised his voice. "The sphere tries to explain that the rest of its body is above the second dimension—but having never seen the third dimension, in the square's language 'up' and 'above' mean the same thing as 'north.' The sphere resorts to calling the third dimension up-but-not-north to indicate that it's a different, unseen dimension."

Dipper nodded slowly. "So, if the eclipse is upward-but-not-skyward, then... what, you're telling us not to look in the fourth dimension?"

"Finally!" Bill sighed. "It's not exclusively in the fourth, but—it's close enough, you get the idea!"

Ford said, "But we can't see the fourth dimension."

Bill gave Dipper a dubious look that Dipper didn't like at all; but Bill only said, "Then you've got nothing to worry about, just like I've been saying! Keep your eyes shut just in case."

"Convenient that your proof is only visible in a dimension we can't see," Ford said wryly.

Dipper looked up, squinting at the sky. Bill shoved his head back down.

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The waterfall was more of a waterfloat. Large orbs of water gently descended from the cliff high above, catching the early morning light. Ford and Dipper stopped paddling to watch in wonder. Bill muttered a spell under his breath, and a foot over their heads the waterfall landed on an invisible umbrella and rolled to the sides rather than land in their raft.

The water level had risen so high they had to lay nearly flat in the raft to get through the cave entrance; rather than paddling, Ford pushed them through with his hands on the tunnel's ceiling. Bill was out of the raft and walking across the water to the shore while Ford and Dipper were still getting their paddles positioned again.

"Gravity's currently—what, about twenty-five percent?" Bill tugged off a shoe, dropped it, and observed how fast it fell. "Twenty to twenty-five percent." He took off his other shoe, rung out his socks over the lake, and stuffed them in his backpack, preparing to climb barefoot. "And it's only going lower. You should be able to just jump up most of the way to the top of Gravity Peak. So if you waste my time trying to climb..."

"Would you relax?" Dipper said irritably. "You should be glad we got up at the crack of dawn for you at all." He climbed out of the raft, copied Bill's attempt to dry out his socks and shoes, and then rung out his wet hat.

"You should be grateful I warned you totality's getting closer! Weren't you the ones convinced the world's going to end if you don't chuck a glue bomb at the sky?"

Ford muttered, "I'm surprised you didn't just have us waste time until the cave was inaccessible."

Bill processed that. He pressed his lips together, squeezed his eyes shut, and his face contorted in an expression of exquisite pain and regret. Through gritted teeth, he muttered, "Happy to help."

Ford reeled out a few feet of cable from his infinity belt, looped it around Dipper's waist, and tied it securely. An infinitely-long cable wouldn't be very helpful on a real climb—if Dipper lost his grip, it would just keep unreeling rather than stop his fall—but this wasn't much of a real climb, and at least it would ensure they couldn't get separated. Dipper took out a flashlight, Ford lit his antique lantern—instead of rising up, the flame inside looked nearly like a ball—and Bill hurried ahead of them, not bothering with any light source, eyes occasionally flashing like a cat's in the dark when he glanced back to check the humans' progress.

This was the fastest Ford had ever climbed the tunnel path up to the top of the mountain, easily leaping nearly twice his height to grab handholds that would previously have taken several minutes to climb to; and before long, he was all but ignoring basic spelunking safety to keep up with Bill. Losing his footing simply meant a slow, gentle fall back to the nearest level ground to try again. The only thing holding Bill back—who, Ford suspected, was now simply flying through the shadows—was Dipper, who was also climbing as fast as he could.

The only time Ford even came close to catching up was when Bill paused to look down the path that, if Ford remembered right, led to the thousand-year-old cave paintings where Ford first learned about his "muse"; but then Bill was gone again, rushing ahead into the dark.

While Bill was at the furthest end of his tether, Ford dropped back to keep pace with Dipper. "Keep your voice low," he said, "but—Dipper, are you absolutely positive that what you saw in the lake were axolotls?"

"Pretty sure. They had the frills and everything, I don't know what else they'd be," Dipper said. "Do you think that's important? In your third journal..."

"That's just what I was thinking."

When Ford had documented his interdimensional travels in Journal 3, he'd included a few strange references to axolotls he'd heard over the years: refugees in the Nightmare Realm who'd cried "praise the Axolotl" when Ford had said he would kill Bill; an oracle who mentioned Bill's history and prophesied his defeat, whose temple was filled with tapestries and paintings of axolotls.

"Maybe they're connected?" Dipper asked. "Maybe the axolotl they're talking about is some kind of... ancient enemy of Bill?"

"I think it's more complicated than that," Ford said. "I was only able to describe a few of my travels in Journal 3—but I heard 'the Axolotl' mentioned in multiple dimensions."

Dipper processed that. "What, so... do you think they're all talking about the same god or something?"

"Yes and no. Some societies referred to this Axolotl as a divinity—although not a creator god. But nobody seems to agree on what its domain is. I heard some say it's the god of goodness. Other, the god of justice. The god of luck. The god of second chances. I've rarely seen the same label twice." Ford shrugged. "But then sometimes it was described like a vast animal or a force of nature—something that travels between stars and watches astronautical travelers, like a curious dolphin watching a boat. I never learned if they were all describing the same being, a group of beings—or if it was a simple translation error for some other term like 'demigod.'"

Dipper scrunched his nose. "'Translation error,' what? Across multiple civilizations?"

"The dimensional translator I received was somewhat buggy," Ford said. "From time to time it would offer wildly incorrect translations for individual words. For instance, it consistently replaced the word 'soccer ball' with soccer ball, of all things. You can only imagine what kind of trouble that got me into."

Dipper blinked in bafflement, opened his mouth, decided maybe this was a can of worms best opened later, and shut his mouth.

"And on top of all that, not all the cultures I encountered respect this 'Axolotl.' In some places, it was called the god of injustice, inequality, or cruelty. The patron deity of criminals and tyrants. Sometimes it's a villain in folklore—a legendary thief, mercenary, liar, or thug. I don't know why the stories vary so wildly," Ford said. "But that Axolotl certainly doesn't sound like someone who would be Bill's enemy."

"I guess not." But how could one being be the god of both justice and injustice? Second chances and cruelty? Either some of the stories had to be wrong, or else they were about different axolotls.

"So in the end, I have no idea what the Axolotl is. But," Ford said, "I wouldn't be surprised if it has something to do with whatever Bill's hiding."

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When they reached the tunnel's exit, Bill was standing beneath a tree, staring fixedly at something unseen in the sky. "I think it's still speeding up," he muttered. "Not that either of you care. I suppose I'm just talking to myself."

Ford elected to ignore Bill as he untied the infinity belt's cable from around Dipper's waist and reeled it in. He started the walk to the highest point along the cliff's edge. Dipper followed, and reluctantly Bill did too.

The tunnel had meandered sideways as it rose through the mountain; the stream that fed the waterfall they'd passed under was far to their left side, and the cliff looked out not over the lake, but over what used to be the shore, which was now submerged in several inches of water.

Dipper followed Ford to the edge so he could look over at the waterfall. For a moment, he couldn't figure out why the lake below looked wrong; but then he realized that the sun had risen high enough that the sky had changed from pink to pale blue. Which meant the lake should have been reflecting blue. "Why's the lake pink?"

When Ford just gave him a puzzled look—"It doesn't look pink to me."—Dipper turned to Bill.

Bill didn't even glance toward the lake. "Congratulations on being able to fully see the axolotls."

"There can't be enough to turn the lake pink," Ford protested, a tad irritably. "Leucistic axolotls are rare in the wild, they usually come in shades of brown and black."

"Oh you'll find anything to—" Bill pointed toward Dipper. "If you don't like their coloration, take it up with him! I'm not the one that told you how they look! If there weren't an independent witness here, you wouldn't have even believed me if I said there were axolotls."

"If there weren't an independent witness here, you wouldn't have told us there were axolotls." Ford slung off his backpack to rummage through it for the micro-rip scanner.

"Why am I seeing axolotls?" Dipper asked. "I mean, why... just me?"

Bill didn't answer for a second. He was still staring at the sky, watching something. He finally muttered, "Good question."

Dipper wasn't reassured by the fact that Bill wasn't even interested in pretending he knew the answer.

Bill said, "Remember when I told you that meeting some things—even just looking at them—will drive you mad? And that you almost met one?" He finally lowered his gaze to give Dipper a cruel smile. "Well, lucky you, you don't even need to build a portal. One's coming here."

Dipper swallowed hard. "So, don't look up?"

"Look who's finally catching on." Bill's gaze drifted away from Dipper's face and back to the sky.

"If just looking at it can drive you crazy, why are you looking?"

Bill laughed bitterly. "I've already taken as much damage as I can." With considerable effort, he tore his eyes from the sky. He floated to the edge of the cliff and peered over the edge.

Below were the sharp gray rocks near last night's campsite. Even from this high up, the future bloodstains were visible, bright red. They looked soon. Bill suppressed a shudder; his feet settled back on the ground and he backed away. "We're running out of time," he said. "You're as high as you can get, and you're still hundreds of feet below where the rift was. What now, smart guy?"

"I'm working on it." Ford was tying the end of his infinity belt's cable around the scanner. He gave the cable several feet of slack; twirled it in the air a few times to build up speed; and then let it go, sending it soaring into the sky. With gravity practically non-existent, the act of throwing it knocked Ford back a few inches, and the scanner simply kept on flying into the air.

Bill watched with his hands on his hips and a sour look. "Yeah, okay, all right, I guess that works."

"If anywhere is likely to have enough micro-rips to threaten reality, it'll be here," Ford said. "Here, we may need this." He took out the glue grenade, poured in his remaining adhesive, and handed the grenade to Dipper.

When the scanner reached its apex and began slowly falling, Ford pressed a button on his belt to retract the cable. He caught the scanner, examined the numbers, and frowned.

"Well?" Bill asked. He'd backed under the protective shade of a tree and was leaning on it with his arms crossed.

"Twenty-seven thousand micro-rips," Ford muttered. "The highest number so far. Nearly double the amount by Mabel's Fault."

Bill cupped a hand around his ear. "Sorry, did I hear you say 'a quarter of the danger threshold'?"

Ford didn't answer, still glaring at the numbers.

"So can we go now?" Bill asked. "Totality could be here any minute, and I do not want to be exposed on the highest spot in town."

Ford twirled the scanner over his head and chucked it again at another spot.

Bill let out a very quiet, very long, very high-pitched scream.

Ford whirled around. "Would you stop complaining!"

"SORRY! I've been seized by the FATAL HUMAN DELUSION that my actions might have an IMPACT on my FUTURE!" His face flushed with rage and his feet lifted several inches off the ground with the force of his screaming. "Or that MAKING SOUNDS with my MOUTH will COMMUNICATE MESSAGES that the HUMANS AROUND ME CAN COMPREHEND! But don't worry! I'm QUICKLY being proven wrong!"

Ford actually bared his teeth at Bill, and immediately felt stupid for it. He turned away and reeled in the scanner. Catching it bounced him into the air; it took him several seconds to settle back on the ground. "Twenty-five thousand."

"Great!" Bill snapped. "Let's go!"

"So... does that mean we don't need this?" Dipper asked, holding up the glue grenade.

Ford hesitated, looking out over the town. Maybe the danger threshold was lower than Fiddleford had calculated. Or maybe Ford hadn't thrown the scanner at the right spot. Or maybe the problem was dozens and dozens of sites that didn't reach the danger threshold alone, but compounded on each other to destabilize the whole region. Maybe throwing the glue grenade and dispersing it over town was still necessary to stop all this. Bill was right about one thing: "totality," whatever it really was—the full disappearance of gravity—was close. Every movement seemed to knock him minutely off the ground, and he could see his clothes floating.

But he had no evidence the glue grenade would do anything but wreck the environment. Plus, axolotls were endangered; he couldn't imagine invisible leucistic ones were doing much better. He sighed, stuffing his scanner away in his backpack. "I suppose not." Dipper nodded and stored the glue grenade in his own backpack.

"Great," Bill said. "Let's go."

"The micro-rip theory doesn't look likely," Ford said. "But that means something else is going on. And we don't have any backup explanation." He turned and gestured impatiently at Bill. "Except your stupid eclipse story, which is too vague to explain anything and probably riddled with lies."

"GREAT! Let's GO!"

"I came up here to find out what's going on. So what's going on?"

Bill's worried gaze flicked from Ford's face to the sky, back to Ford, over to Dipper. "Your uncle's gonna get himself killed, kid. We don't have to join him. Get over here, at least we can get back in the cave."

Dipper glanced at Ford, crossed his arms, glared at Bill, and stood his ground.

"Hsgd—Fffss—shhk." Bill covered his face, whimpered, and dragged his hands down his face so hard his nails left red lines. "I hate you both so much."

They weren't getting anywhere unless Ford caught Bill off-guard enough to accidentally reveal something. "Bill, what's the Axolotl."

Bill's gaze shot to Ford's face. He pointed past him toward the lake. "Kid saw as much as I did, he can tell you—"

"No, Bill. What is the Axolotl," Ford said. "Friend of yours?"

All the blood drained out of Bill's face.

Ford had struck a nerve. "What does it have to do with all this?"

"How much do you know."

Ford laughed harshly. "And give you an opportunity to mold your lies around my knowledge? Tell us what it is!"

"It's—a curse," Bill said. "It's a curse in living form."

"No. Tell the truth."

"What do you want to hear! He's my defense attorney, okay?!"

"I said the truth, Cipher!"

"WHY?! How would you know the truth if I told it?!" He flung his arms wide in defeat, voice climbing toward a desperate shriek, "I haven't lied once since the eclipse began! What else can I do?! Should I start making up plausible stories again?! Why are you pumping me for information you don't even believe! How can I tell you the truth if you won't give me any trust!"

Ford didn't have an answer.

Bill didn't deserve trust. Offering him even a sliver of trust could be fatal. Ford was 100% certain of that. And if Ford never trusted a single word out of Bill, then they'd never be able to hold a conversation, about anything, ever. Which was fine. He didn't want a conversation. That bridge burned over thirty years ago. Don't trust him.

So then why was Ford trying to hold a conversation with Bill? If Ford didn't believe him, why did he keep trying? What was he hoping for?

What did Ford want to hear?

He didn't have a chance to figure it out. Bill's gaze flicked behind Ford, he screamed, "Anchor yourselves!" and he flung his arms around the tree.

"Wh—" Ford dropped to one knee as he turned to look where Bill was looking, and Dipper tried to fling himself to the ground; but neither had a chance to get a grip in the grass before the last little bit of gravity disappeared—and was replaced by something new.

The waterfalls stopped flowing, then curled up into the sky. The grass and trees tilted toward the center of Gravity Falls, as though blown by an unfelt breeze. Water slowly rose up out of the lake. The Island Head Beast was lifted into the air, eyes frantically rolling around and groaning in alarm.

And an unseen force pulled Dipper and Ford over the edge of the cliff and into the sky.

Dipper only made it five feet before the bracelet's invisible thread pulled taut. It took him another second to realize he wasn't moving and stop screaming. Bill was still clinging to the tree. The bracelets' thread could pass through objects when it was invisible, but if you tried to grab onto it, you could; could Dipper use it to climb back to land?

"Don't let go! I'm gonna reel myself in!"

Bill laughed hysterically. "Do anything you want, I'm not going anywhere."

Dipper groped blindly around his braceleted wrist with his free hand; caught the thread; and started dragging himself, hand over hand, down toward Bill. But even as Dipper tried to reel himself in, the unseen force continued to pull him back—in more dimensions and planes than he could see.

Something poorly attached tugged loose.

His vision swam and the world went gray.

And his soul popped out of his body.

Dipper's ghost looked at Bill. Bill looked at Dipper's ghost. They both looked at Dipper's dead body. They started screaming.

"What happened?!" Dipper groped at his ghostly torso—and through it—and then flailed his arms in a desperate attempt to make them more corporeal. "Ohmigosh what happened to me!"

"It's not me!" Bill shouted. "I didn't do it, you saw me, I wasn't even touching your body, I'm innocent!"

"I'm in the mindscape," Dipper said, "this is the mindscape, right?" It was unmistakeable; the world was cool and gray and muffled, just like last year, just like in all his nightmares. "Why am I in the mindscape! What am I doing here!"

And then the gray landscape fell beneath a reddish-pink shadow.

Dipper turned around.

A massive shape, winding slowly through the air as though it were swimming, descended over Gravity Falls, sunlight filtering through its translucent pink body. So massive that Dipper couldn't see both ends of it at once. So massive that even though only a tiny cross section of its body passed through the third dimension's mindscape at once, the full mass of its unseen higher-dimensional body was vast enough to eclipse Earth's gravity—and cause every loose object in town to slowly fall skyward toward its body.

It was awe-inspiring and terrifying and majestic; and Dipper was sure he'd seen it before.

The Axolotl twisted back on itself, doing a loop in the sky that carried it halfway to the moon, to position itself to look down at the peak over Gravity Falls with one huge, black eye. Bill looked at the ground. Dipper looked at its face.

As Dipper made eye contact, the world froze. Everything slowed down. A hole in time and space opened where only the two of them existed; no one else could hear them and they could hear no one else. The Axolotl was so massive that Dipper could feel its thoughts like the static charge in a lightning storm and hear them like the echo of thunder. It thought—thunderously, apocalyptically, infinitely kindly—"Ah, yes. Hello again."

Dipper swallowed hard. "Hey," he croaked. "Have—we met?"

"Yes," the Axolotl said. "I'm afraid that's the only question I have time to answer. Tell your sister I said hello." Its world-making gaze moved off of Dipper, and he was back in the mindscape.

And the Axolotl turned his attention to Bill.

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spaghettificationandpretzels · 1 year ago

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He's So Pretty

Masterlist

I have so many WIP, including one meant for Christmas last year, that I'm hoping to post this year for Christmas in July. Nevertheless, I hope you enjoy.

Song inspo

Contains: Fluff, oral sex (f receiving), fingering.

850 words

Phillip loves eating pussy.

"What ya reading Dollface?" You flashed him your book and he smiled and lifted the bed covers and climbed into bed next to you. He reached over and took the book from your hands, placing it on your bedside table as he pulled you to him, chest to chest as he spoke. "You comfortable?"

You nodded. "I am."

He nuzzled his nose into your hair and pressed his lips to your forehead, wrapping his arms around you as he shifted slightly. His lips met yours, and he rolled on top of you, one hand wandering your body as he held himself up using his elbow. Your lips stayed linked as he slowly peeled off your pyjamas, and his teeth nipped your lower lip once he'd removed everything.

He broke from your lips to kiss down your body, pressing a line of kisses all along your jaw before kissing down the column of your neck and to your chest. He kissed from shoulder to shoulder under your clavicle before his lips made a line down the middle of your chest. His tongue and teeth joined in as he kissed under your left breast before his lips sealed around your nipple as his hand came up to stroke the other one softly with his thumb. His stubble sent little tingles over your flesh, the sensation competing with the softness of his tongue and the gentleness of his rough fingers on your other breast.

His hand and mouth swapped places when your breath began to quicken, and he smiled against your skin when your hand wove into his hair. He moved down your body, stopping to kiss his favourite spots before lifting your legs onto his firm back and settling in. He started slow, kissing over your mound until he was satisfied that you were desperate enough for him to lick you from entrance to clit and back again before sealing his lips around your clit.

The warmth spread from his mouth outwards, travelling up your body in soft waves, the heat of his hands serving to anchor you to bed as the pleasure built. He made no moves to hold you down when your hips began to shift, rather, he moved with you as two of his calloused fingers slid under his tongue and inside you. He pressed his fingertips to your G-spot, moaning against your skin when he felt your hips twitch.

He was exceptional at everything, this included, and your whole body was tingling as pleasure zipped up and down your spine. Each of his blissed out moans sent vibrations across your core in wave after wave of heat until you couldn't stop yourself from squeezing your thighs together around his head. He paused for a moment, meeting eyes with you as you looked down at him expectantly. You could see the smile on his face, his pretty blue eyes wrinkling at the corners, and he replaced his mouth with his thumb and broke away from you to speak. "You doing good Darlin'?"

You nodded. "I'm great, you are wonderful."

He grinned. "I know."

He returned his mouth to your body, and your mouth fell open as the sensations returned tenfold after the short stoppage. You pressed his head to you, and he groaned like a starving man eating a meal for the first time in months as you rocked against his face. The orgasm hit you like a train, pleasure exploding from every contact point until each of your nerve fibres rushed with delight. He slowed but didn't stop, waiting for the aftershocks to pass before picking up the pace again.

Time turned into syrup, and Graves seemed determined to ring every bit of pleasure from your bones until the orgasms all bled into one and your body melted into the bed. He stopped slowly, working you down from the unending high until the frayed edges of your consciousness began to come back into colour. He kissed his way up his body, stopping to wipe his wet face with his palm before pressing his lips to yours. "Thanks for that Darlin'."

You smiled and reached out, placing a hand on his cheek as he gazed down at you with affection-filled eyes. "What about.."

Your yawn cut off words, and he smiled softly. "Don't worry about that, we have all weekend together and I didn't do it so I could fuck you, I did it because I wanted to make you feel good."

He pecked your cheek and pushed himself off the bed. "I'm gonna clean you up, you wait here."

"I don't think I could move if I wanted to." His hand lingered on your leg before he walked away, returning with a warm, damp cloth to clean the mess from between your legs.

Once he was done with it, he threw it in a hamper and climbed into bed next to you, pulling you into his arms as you rested your head on his chest. "I love you Phillip."

You nuzzled further into his arms, and he buried his nose into your hair. "I love you too y/n."

Fin

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Cruises from Orlando

If you're dreaming of a tropical escape that blends relaxation, exploration, and luxury, cruises from Orlando offer the ideal departure point. Located just a short drive from Port Canaveral, Orlando is a prime hub for travelers looking to embark on unforgettable voyages to the Caribbean, the Bahamas, and beyond. Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned seafarer, setting sail from Orlando makes for a convenient and exciting start to your journey.

In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits of cruises from Orlando, the top destinations and cruise lines, and how Luxury Cruise Trips can help you plan the perfect ocean getaway.

Why Choose Cruises from Orlando?

There are many reasons travelers choose cruise from Orlando as their preferred vacation experience. From the convenience of travel connections to the range of luxurious cruise options, Orlando has become a go-to cruise port gateway for adventurers and leisure travelers alike.

1. Convenient Access

Orlando International Airport (MCO) is a major hub for domestic and international flights, making travel easy and stress-free. Once you land, it's a smooth 45-minute drive to Port Canaveral, one of the busiest and most efficient cruise terminals in the United States.

2. Family-Friendly Pre-Cruise Fun

One of the unique perks of cruises from Orlando is the ability to enjoy world-renowned attractions before boarding your ship. Theme parks like Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld provide entertainment for all ages.

3. Variety of Cruise Options

From short 3-day getaways to extended 10-day excursions, cruises from Orlando cater to every travel style. Whether you're after luxury, adventure, or a family-friendly escape, there’s a cruise for you.

Top Cruise Lines Departing from Orlando

Cruises from Orlando are served by some of the world’s leading cruise lines, offering travelers diverse experiences and top-tier amenities.

● Royal Caribbean International

Royal Caribbean offers high-energy cruises with state-of-the-art ships. Their cruises from Orlando often include stops at private islands and thrilling onboard activities like rock climbing and zip-lining.

● Disney Cruise Line

Tailored for families, Disney Cruise Line provides themed entertainment, kid-friendly menus, and beloved characters. Their cruises from Orlando often include a magical stop at Castaway Cay, Disney’s private island.

● Carnival Cruise Line

For a fun and affordable option, Carnival’s cruises from Orlando are packed with nightlife, dining variety, and exciting excursions.

● Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL)

Norwegian offers freestyle cruising with relaxed dining schedules, luxurious suites, and exotic itineraries that stretch across the Caribbean and Latin America.

Where Can Cruises from Orlando Take You?

The most exciting part of booking cruises from Orlando 2025 is the wealth of destinations available. You can explore some of the world’s most stunning beaches and vibrant cultures just a few days after leaving port.

● Bahamas

Just a quick sail away, the Bahamas are ideal for weekend getaways. Most itineraries include stops at Nassau, Freeport, and private islands like CocoCay or Great Stirrup Cay.

● Eastern Caribbean

Destinations like St. Thomas, St. Maarten, and Puerto Rico are common stops for longer cruises. These islands offer historical tours, zip-lining, snorkeling, and world-class shopping.

● Western Caribbean

Explore Mayan ruins in Mexico, swim with stingrays in Grand Cayman, or hike waterfalls in Jamaica. Cruises from Orlando often feature these cultural hotspots.

● Southern Caribbean

While less common, longer cruises may include stops in Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao. These are perfect for travelers seeking something off the beaten path.

Best Time to Book Cruises from Orlando

Cruises from Orlando sail year-round, but the best time to book depends on your priorities:

Winter (Dec–Feb): Ideal weather, great for escaping cold climates.

Spring (Mar–May): Warm and less rainy, a perfect time for families and couples.

Summer (Jun–Aug): Popular with families; prepare for crowds and heat.

Fall (Sep–Nov): Fewer tourists and budget-friendly pricing, though it's hurricane season.

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Tips for Making the Most of Cruises from Orlando

To maximize your experience, keep these tips in mind:

● Arrive Early

Plan to arrive in Orlando at least a day before your cruise to avoid last-minute stress. Enjoy some local attractions or a relaxing stay near Port Canaveral.

● Consider a Balcony Room

Balcony rooms offer beautiful sea views and a private space to enjoy your mornings and sunsets. It’s worth the upgrade, especially on longer cruises.

● Book Shore Excursions in Advance

Popular activities—like snorkeling, dolphin encounters, and island tours—can sell out. Booking early ensures you don’t miss out.

● Pack for All Occasions

While tropical clothes are essential, also bring a formal outfit for evening dinners and a light jacket for air-conditioned areas.

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There’s no better way to escape the ordinary than by booking one of the many cruises from Orlando 2026. With quick access to Port Canaveral, a wide selection of cruise lines, and unforgettable destinations, Orlando serves as the ideal jumping-off point for luxury and adventure.

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LOVEBUG FIGHTING / MOVEMENT GUIDE:

climbing: after getting her powers it's near impossible for andie to continue rock climbing in a way that brings any satisfaction, since her powers fully interfere with it. still, the fact that she did this for years influences the way that she moves and climbs.

she doesn't move in a "crawling" motion, but will tend to mimick the way that someone would freehand climb for bouldering. this typically means following hand placement only after a foot placement has been found and most of her weight being carried in her legs. she'll rarely move both hands and feet at the same time which gives her a much more irregular movement pattern. while moving along a surface she also tends to be much less linear, following more of the swaying seen in climbing/bouldering & shifting to keep her weight near the surface she's climbing on. this is a mix of her still searching for those natural holds—even if they can look far different when the climber has the abilities that she has—and her leading with her hips to throw her momentum in the direction that she's trying to move in, as climbers tend to do.

fighting: we all know that andie doesn't fight in the traditional sense and there are a few key components to how this looks.

shock absorption: lovebug still frequently has to make close contact with her opponents, such as when swinging into them or throwing/flipping them. even these actions, despite involving direct contact, are places that she tries to reduce how much force she's actually using to connect with the other person? i don't have good phrasing for this? the best way i have to show this rn instagram reel of some dancers. the woman is throwing her partner, and she cradles his head as she does so to help protect him. lovebug does this too, including when that person is being thrown directly to the ground (which is usually the case i just don't have like specific video), she's putting herself better her opponent and the concrete. it's about stopping/subduing them, and not harming/knocking them out so even though they're fighting she isn't trying to hurt them at all.

similarly when doing the very classic swinging kick, she bends her knees as contact is being made which gets her up close quickly and knocks the person off balance, but tends not to do too much damage compared to keeping ur knees locked.

im linking some more instagram videos that came across my feed that i saved bc they gave andie vibe

i like this one bc the woman kind of brings the other guy down on top of her? andie would do that. minus the arm bar at the end

this one is kinda flashy but i think works esp in the sense that andie has just phased up through the floor idk

i am also kind of a big fan of this like wrestling move? even though idk how well it works for lovebug

the one handed cartwheel is very andie to me but also the way that a) it starts from a punch from the opponent b) andie could control their fall a little / protect their head

gymnastics: one of the biggest things that lovebug is is a distraction, so there's lots of cartwheels, handsprings, flipping through the air, and other such big distracting movements. it helps that she took years of gymnastics as a kid and that she's extra flexible from her powers stuff like this is both quite natural and effective for her, but also some of her flashiest moves.

swinging: of everything she does, this is probably the most fluid. i really dk how to explain what this is like at all but i suppose it kind of looks like peter in the first ps4 game? when andie first starts out as lovebug she doesn't have any webshooters because she doesn't know how to make them, so she doesn't rely on them as much. she tends to use single zip-lines and swing in wide fluid arcs that cover lots of distance when she's between buildings that she can run on or poles that she can swing on.

phasing: there are actually some tells for when she's about to use this. usually she will brace herself—if someone is coming at her she tends to square her shoulders a little more and bend at the knees slightly, if she's going to run through a wall she'll prep with chin dipped down and tilting her body forward. it comes more fluidly when built into another action like swinging first or if phasing through the floor she'll often dive down. this is something that requires concentration for her to use.

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dandeliparamparacottages · 3 days ago

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Looking for Dandeli Best Resorts? Here’s Where to Stay for the Ultimate Trip

Tucked away in the heart of Karnataka’s Western Ghats, Dandeli is one of those rare destinations where adventure and tranquility coexist. Whether you’re a solo explorer, couple, or family, one thing’s certain — your stay can make or break your trip. That’s why choosing from the Dandeli best resorts is more than a travel decision — it’s part of the experience itself.

But what exactly makes a resort in Dandeli “the best”? Let’s dive in.

Why Choosing the Right Resort Matters in Dandeli

Dandeli is known for its dense forests, scenic rivers, and abundant wildlife. People come here for river rafting in the Kali River, jungle safaris in the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, birdwatching, and just to unplug from their fast-paced routines.

However, if your resort doesn’t offer comfort, nature access, or good service, you may miss out on the essence of Dandeli. The best resorts in Dandeli understand this. They don’t just give you a place to sleep — they elevate your entire experience.

Key Features of the Dandeli Best Resorts

When we say “best,” we’re talking about resorts that offer:

Proximity to nature: Wake up to the sound of birds and sleep under starry skies.

Spacious cottages or rooms: Comfortable, clean, and private.

Access to adventure: Easy booking of rafting, jungle safaris, and treks.

Local cuisine and good food: Because every trip is incomplete without great meals.

Friendly staff & safety: Especially important for families and first-time visitors.

One such resort that checks every box is Dandeli Parampara Cottages.

Dandeli Parampara Cottages — A Standout Among the Best

If you’re still searching “Dandeli best resorts” in hopes of finding a place that brings together comfort, nature, and value — this is where your search ends.

Here’s what makes Dandeli Parampara Cottages special:

1. A Scenic, Quiet Location

Surrounded by greenery and close to all major adventure spots, the resort is far from the chaos and close to peace. Whether you want to visit Syntheri Rocks or go rafting on the Kali River, everything is within reach.

2. Beautifully Built Cottages

The cottages are rustic yet modern — offering just the right mix of forest charm and comfort. Each one is designed to blend with the natural surroundings without compromising on cleanliness or quality.

3. All-in-One Packages

Dandeli Parampara Cottages offers curated packages that include stay, food, and adventure activities like jungle safaris and zip-lining. That means you don’t need to run around making separate bookings — everything’s taken care of.

4. Swimming Pool & Family Fun

Relax in the pool, play indoor games, or simply sit by the bonfire in the evening. The resort is great for couples, friend groups, and families alike.

5. Affordable Luxury

Luxury in Dandeli doesn’t have to be expensive. What makes this resort one of the Dandeli best resorts is its balance between affordability and experience.

What Travelers Say

Most travelers describe their stay at Dandeli Parampara Cottages as “peaceful,” “adventure-packed,” and “value for money.” Many first-time visitors end up returning, which says a lot about the quality of service and hospitality.

On top travel forums and reviews, it’s consistently praised for:

Clean and cozy accommodations

Great food options

Helpful and friendly staff

Proximity to adventure activities

All of which play a part in why it’s climbing the ranks in SEO for the term “Dandeli best resorts.”

Dandeli for All Seasons and All Moods

The beauty of Dandeli is that it’s a year-round destination. Whether you visit during the monsoon to see the forests in full bloom or prefer winter for birdwatching and outdoor activities, a good resort makes it even more magical.

And no matter the season, resorts like Dandeli Parampara Cottages ensure you have a cozy place to return to after every adventure.

Final Thoughts: Your Stay Is More Than Just a Bed

When planning a Dandeli trip, your resort isn’t just where you sleep — it’s where you unwind, connect, and reflect. Choosing from the Dandeli best resorts ensures you don’t miss out on the real magic this destination offers.

If you’re looking for that perfect mix of natural beauty, comfort, and adventure without burning a hole in your pocket, Dandeli Parampara Cottages is a choice you won’t regret.

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anantaprarna · 4 days ago

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Escape to Ananta Prana – Mussoorie’s Hidden Glamping Retreat

Looking for a getaway that blends nature, comfort, and a touch of adventure? Ananta Prana Glamping Resort Hotel is your perfect hilltop escape. Nestled high in the Mussoorie Range, this serene retreat offers a peaceful alternative to crowded tourist hubs—complete with vast skies, sweeping mountain views, and crisp Himalayan air.

Unlike typical hotels in Mussoorie, Ananta Prana offers glamping—a luxurious camping experience that keeps you close to nature without sacrificing modern comforts. Choose from premium tents with private bathrooms, verandas, and in-room tea/coffee setups, or go for more minimal tents for a rustic vibe.

Highlights of the property include:

A cozy café and restaurant with regular live music

Yoga sessions, a game zone, and adventure sports like river rafting, zip lining, and rock climbing

Complimentary Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking

Airport transfers from Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

Pet-friendly and couple-friendly, Ananta Prana is a top pick for a calm, scenic staycation near Mussoorie or Dehradun.

📍 Address: Kempty Road, Sri Nagar Estate, Charleville, Mussoorie, Mussorie Range, Uttarakhand 248179 🌐 Website: anantaoutdoors.com 📍 Google Maps/GMB link: — https://g.co/kgs/ZRMXx3N

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traveltourister007 · 14 days ago

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Mahabaleshwar Adventure Tour Package

Unleash your adventurous side with our Mahabaleshwar Adventure Tour Package, an action-packed getaway to the misty hills of Maharashtra’s most beloved hill station. Nestled in the majestic Sahyadri range, Mahabaleshwar offers the perfect terrain for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike, combining breathtaking landscapes with exciting outdoor activities. This tour is designed to deliver a high-adrenaline experience as you trek through dense forests, explore hidden trails, and soak in panoramic views from iconic points like Arthur’s Seat, Elephant’s Head, and Wilson Point—the highest sunrise spot in the region. Enjoy thrilling activities such as rock climbing, zip-lining, and rappelling, or take a scenic boat ride across the serene Venna Lake surrounded by lush greenery. Visit the captivating Lingmala Waterfall for a refreshing break or hike to the lesser-known Tapola, known as the “Mini Kashmir,” where you can indulge in kayaking, speed boating, and nature trails along the Shivsagar Lake. For a rustic adventure, explore the ancient Pratapgad Fort, rich in Maratha history and offering sweeping views of the valleys below. The package includes comfortable stays in adventure-friendly resorts or camps, all necessary equipment, expert guides, and safe transport for a worry-free experience. Evenings are filled with bonfires, stargazing, and delicious local cuisine that adds flavor to your thrilling days. Whether you’re a solo traveler, a group of friends, or a couple looking to spice up your trip, our Mahabaleshwar Adventure Tour Package guarantees unforgettable moments wrapped in natural beauty and excitement. Let the cool breeze, the scent of pine forests, and the rush of adventure activities recharge your soul and leave you with memories that will last a lifetime. This is not just a tour—it’s an exhilarating experience in the heart of Maharashtra’s Western Ghats.

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nandneeeeeee · 20 days ago

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Top 10 Adventure Activities in Vietnam for 2025: The Ultimate Thrill-Seeker’s Guide + Exploring Lang Biang Mountain Dalat, Vietnam

Vietnam: Where Every Day Is an Adventure

There’s something about Vietnam that calls to the explorer in all of us. Maybe it’s the wild landscapes, the friendly locals, or the sense that every mountain, river, and forest hides a new story. After a few days here, you’ll realize that a trip to Vietnam is so much more than sightseeing—it’s about diving headfirst into adventure, challenging yourself, and making memories you’ll never forget.

If you’re looking for the best Adventure Activities in Vietnam, you’re in the right place. From the misty mountains of the north to the sun-drenched coast in the south, Vietnam is packed with adrenaline-pumping experiences for every kind of traveller.

Top 10 Adventure Activities in Vietnam for 2025

1. Trekking in Sapa and the Northern Highlands

Trek through emerald rice terraces, misty peaks, and ethnic minority villages. Sapa, Ha Giang, and Mai Chau offer hikes for all levels, from gentle day walks to multi-day adventures.

2. Caving in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park

Explore the world’s largest caves, including the legendary Son Doong and Hang En. Marvel at underground rivers, massive chambers, and surreal rock formations.

3. Kitesurfing and Windsurfing in Mui Ne

Mui Ne’s steady winds and warm waters make it Vietnam’s kitesurfing capital. Lessons and rentals are available for both newbies and seasoned pros.

4. Diving and Snorkeling in Nha Trang and Con Dao

Plunge into vibrant coral reefs and discover shipwrecks and colorful marine life. Nha Trang is a favorite for easy access, while Con Dao is quieter and pristine.

5. Motorbiking the Ha Giang Loop

This is the ultimate road trip—winding through limestone peaks, deep valleys, and remote villages. The Ha Giang Loop is a rite of passage for every adventure traveler.

6. Zip-lining in Phong Nha and Da Lat

Soar above rivers and forests on thrilling zip-lines. Don’t miss the Dark Cave zip-line in Phong Nha or the scenic rides over pine forests and waterfalls in Da Lat.

7. Kayaking in Ha Long Bay

Paddle through emerald waters, hidden caves, and floating fishing villages. Ha Long Bay’s surreal limestone islands are even more magical from the water.

8. Rock Climbing in Cat Ba Island

Test your skills on limestone cliffs with stunning sea views. Cat Ba is Vietnam’s top climbing destination, with routes for all abilities.

9. White Water Rafting in Dalat

Navigate the Da Don River’s rapids for a wild ride. Dalat’s cool climate and lush scenery make it a favorite for water-based adventures.

10. Paragliding in Da Nang and Lang Biang Mountain Dalat, Vietnam

Soar above mountains and coastlines for unbeatable views and a rush of adrenaline. Da Nang and Lang Biang Mountain are top spots for this unforgettable experience.

Spotlight: Lang Biang Mountain Dalat, Vietnam

No list of Vietnam’s adventure highlights is complete without Lang Biang Mountain Dalat, Vietnam. Known as the “Roof of Dalat,” Lang Biang is a magnet for hikers, paragliders, and anyone who loves a good view.

Why Lang Biang Mountain Is a Must-Visit

Highest Peak Near Dalat: At 2,167 meters, Lang Biang offers sweeping views of Dalat, the Golden Lake, and the surrounding highlands.

Multiple Trails: Choose between a paved road to the Radar Base (1,950 meters, about 5.5 km round trip) or the more challenging dirt trail to the true summit (10.6 km round trip).

Adventure Activities: Beyond hiking, try paragliding from the peak or take a thrilling jeep ride up the mountain.

Cultural Encounters: Meet the K’ho ethnic people in nearby villages and learn about the legend of Lang and Biang, the mountain’s namesake.

Stunning Scenery: The landscape transforms as you climb—from grasslands to dense forests, ending with breathtaking summit vistas.

Hiking Lang Biang: What to Expect

Start Point: The Lang Biang Visitor Centre is your gateway to the mountain.

Trail Options:

Paved Road to Radar Base: Easier, suitable for families, about 2 hours round trip.

Dirt Trail to Lang Biang Peak: More challenging, 4+ hours round trip, with a steep final ascent.

Weather: Dalat’s cool climate is ideal for hiking year-round, with temperatures from 12°C at night to 25°C during the day.

Entry Fee: Around 30,000 VND per person.

Local Tips: Take Bus No. 5 from Dalat to Lat Village for easy access. Bring water, snacks, and a camera for the ever-changing landscapes.

Other Things to Do at Lang Biang Mountain

Jeep Tours: For those who prefer not to hike, jeeps can take you to the Radar Base for a small fee.

Paragliding: Experience Dalat from above—an unforgettable adventure for thrill-seekers.

Cultural Visits: Explore K’ho villages, learn about traditional crafts, and sample local cuisine.

Planning Your Adventure-Filled Trip to Vietnam

Best Time to Visit: November to April for dry weather and clear skies, but most activities are available year-round.

Getting Around: Domestic flights, trains, and buses connect major cities. Motorbike rentals are popular for independent exploration.

Packing Essentials: Lightweight clothing, sturdy shoes, rain gear, sunscreen, and a sense of adventure!

Safety Tips: Always check local weather, use licensed guides for technical activities, and respect local customs.

Why Vietnam Should Be Your 2025 Adventure Destination

Vietnam’s adventure scene is as diverse as its landscapes. Whether you’re trekking in the north, diving in the south, or climbing iconic peaks like Lang Biang Mountain in Dalat, Vietnam, every day brings a new thrill. The country’s welcoming spirit, affordable prices, and endless opportunities for discovery make it a top pick for thrill-seekers in 2025.

So, pack your bags, fuel your wanderlust, and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime. Your trip to Vietnam is about to become your most unforgettable journey yet!

Ready to chase your next adrenaline rush? Vietnam is waiting—let the adventure begin!

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chsthrive · 21 days ago

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Feel free to mix and match or modify these suggestions to suit your needs! Shop Local Charleston, SC Businesses [ad_1] Traveling is one of life’s most enriching experiences, allowing us to immerse ourselves in new cultures, savor exotic cuisines, and create unforgettable memories. As every traveler possesses a unique set of preferences and interests, it's essential to craft an experience that resonates with your personal style. In this article, we’ll explore a variety of travel suggestions that you can mix, match, and modify to create your ideal itinerary, ensuring your next adventure is as unique as you are. Travel Styles: Finding Your Fit 1. Adventure Travel If adrenaline pumps through your veins, consider an adventure travel itinerary that includes activities like hiking, rock climbing, or white-water rafting. Here are some key activities to consider: Trekking in Patagonia: Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Torres del Paine National Park, where you can hike through rugged mountains and get up close to stunning glaciers. Zip-lining in Costa Rica: Experience a thrilling rush as you zip from treetop to treetop, while witnessing the incredible biodiversity of this Central American paradise. Scuba Diving in the Great Barrier Reef: Dive into a world of vibrant corals and marine life, making for an unforgettable underwater adventure. 2. Culinary Journeys For food enthusiasts, travel can be an exquisite journey of flavors. Here are some culinary experiences to consider: Wine Tasting in Bordeaux, France: Embark on a sensory journey through vineyards and sample some of the world’s finest wines, always paired with delightful local cheeses. Street Food Tour in Bangkok: Sample the best of Thai street food, from spicy pad thai to melt-in-your-mouth mango sticky rice while exploring the vibrant night markets. Cooking Classes in Tuscany: Immerse yourself in Italian culture with hands-on cooking classes that center on traditional recipes passed down through generations. 3. Cultural Exploration Delve into the rich histories and traditions of different cultures around the globe. These options might appeal to your inner historian or cultural enthusiast: Exploring Ancient Ruins in Greece: Visit the iconic Acropolis of Athens and the vast ruins of Delphi, discovering the stories behind these ancient landmarks. Experiencing Traditional Ceremonies in Japan: Engage in a tea ceremony or participate in a local festival, allowing you to witness and appreciate the intricacies of Japanese culture. Art and Architecture in Barcelona: Explore the mesmerizing works of Antoni Gaudí, from the Sagrada Familia to Park Güell, blending art with architectural marvel. 4. Relaxation and Wellness Sometimes, the best travel is all about unwinding and rejuvenation. Here are a few suggestions for a blissful retreat: Spa Retreat in Bali: Indulge in world-class spa treatments surrounded by tropical beauty, perfect for unwinding in peace. Yoga Retreat in the Himalayas: Experience yoga alongside breathtaking mountain views, creating a serene setting for meditation and self-discovery. Beach Getaway in the Maldives: Savor paradise on earth with white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and luxurious overwater bungalows. Unique Accommodations: Where to Stay Your choice of accommodation can shape your travel experience. Here are unique options to add to your journey: 1. Treehouses and Glamping For nature lovers, staying in a treehouse or luxurious tent can enhance the adventure: Treehouse Hotel in Sweden: Sip coffee while nestled in the treetops, surrounded by the sounds of forest life. Glamping in the Sahara Desert: Enjoy the comforts of a luxury tent while witnessing the stunning sunset over the dunes. 2. Boutique Hotels and Homestays Opting for a boutique hotel or homestay can provide an intimate glimpse into the local lifestyle: Boutique Hotel in Lisbon: Revel in a stylish, artistically decorated hotel that reflects the unique character of this vibrant city.

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wildvadithemepark · 23 days ago

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First-Time at an Adventure Park? Must-Know Safety Tips

Presented by WildVadi – Gurgaon’s Leading Adventure Park

Adventure parks offer an exciting escape from everyday life. With zip lines, rope courses, rock climbing walls, and obstacle races, they promise a day packed with thrill and fun. But if it’s your first visit, safety should be your top priority. At WildVadi, we believe that adventure and safety go hand in hand.

Here’s a complete guide of must-know safety tips to make your first adventure park experience fun, smooth, and injury-free.

Dress Smart and Stay Comfortable

Your outfit can make a huge difference in your safety and performance. Wear comfortable, breathable clothing that allows free movement. Avoid loose or flowing clothes that can get caught in equipment.

Opt for:

Athletic wear or fitted activewear

Closed-toe shoes with a good grip

Hair tied back if it’s long

Avoid wearing jewelry or watches

Listen to the Safety Briefing

At WildVadi, every activity starts with a mandatory safety briefing. Don’t treat this as a formality—listen closely. Instructors will explain how to use gear, follow signals, and navigate courses safely.

If you have any questions during the briefing, don’t hesitate to ask. Knowing how to respond in specific situations can prevent injuries.

Use Equipment the Right Way

All safety equipment—harnesses, helmets, gloves—is designed to protect you. Make sure:

Harness straps are snug and buckled correctly

Helmets are properly fitted and secure

Carabiners and ropes are double-checked by the staff

At WildVadi, our certified staff checks every setup before you begin. Still, double-check your gear and alert the staff if anything feels off.

Know Your Limits

Adventure parks are designed to challenge you, but they aren’t a competition. If an activity seems too physically demanding or uncomfortable, it’s okay to skip it.

Don’t let peer pressure push you beyond your comfort level. Choose activities suited to your fitness, height, and weight—especially if it's your first time.

Follow the Rules at All Times

Every adventure park has rules, and at WildVadi, they’re created with your safety in mind.

Important rules include:

Never unclip your harness until told by a supervisor

Don’t run on elevated paths or platforms

Only one person on an obstacle at a time

Always stay within marked boundaries

Failure to follow the rules can put you and others at risk.

Stay Hydrated and Take Breaks

Thrill can distract you from basic needs, but hydration is key. Bring a refillable water bottle and take regular sips, especially if you’re visiting during warmer months.

Also, don’t underestimate fatigue. Rest between activities and take short breaks in shaded areas to regain energy.

Inform the Staff of Any Health Issues

Before beginning, inform the staff if you have:

Heart conditions

Asthma or respiratory problems

Recent surgeries or injuries

Allergies (especially to insect bites)

At WildVadi, our team is trained to assist visitors with medical conditions and provide first aid if needed. We also advise parents to notify our team if their child needs special supervision.

Supervise Children and Young Participants

Children under a certain age or height require adult supervision. WildVadi offers specially designed zones for kids, but adult guidance is still essential for safety.

Make sure children:

Are properly strapped in

Understand the rules

Aren’t engaging in risky behavior

Avoid Adventure Activities on a Full Stomach

Heavy meals just before climbing, ziplining, or obstacle runs can cause discomfort or nausea. Eat light snacks and stay energized, but avoid large meals at least one hour before intense activities.

Don’t Forget Sunscreen and Bug Repellent

Outdoor adventure parks expose you to the elements. Protect yourself by applying:

Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher)

Bug repellent (especially during monsoon or evening hours)

This will help prevent sunburn and bug bites, allowing you to enjoy the day without irritation.

Final Thoughts

Your first visit to an adventure park should be about excitement—not accidents. With these safety tips, you’re all set for a confident and enjoyable outing at WildVadi, Gurgaon's premier destination for safe and thrilling outdoor experiences.

Whether you're planning a solo adventure, family outing, or corporate team day, WildVadi combines fun, fitness, and unforgettable moments—safely.

Book your visit today and experience adventure the right way—with safety as your first step.

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harshublogtravel · 25 days ago

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Here are some top-rated resorts in Gokarna, perfect for a beach escape—from luxury wellness retreats to cozy family-friendly stays:lets discuss about top resorts in gokarna

🌿 Premium & Wellness Retreats

SwaSwara – CGH Earth

Holistic wellness resort on Om Beach with 24 villas featuring private plunge pools

Daily yoga, meditation, Ayurveda treatments, creative arts sessions

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Stone Wood Nature Resort

Nestled near Om Beach Road with lush greenery and outdoor pool

Adventure-friendly activities: zip‑lining, archery, rock climbing

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🏖️ Beachfront Luxury & Leisure

Kudle Beach View Resort & Spa

Set along Kudle Beach with rooms offering sea-facing balconies

Features spa, yoga studio, water sports and direct beach access reddit.com+15traveltriangle.com+15visitwander.com+15thetimes.co.uk

Gokarna International Beach Resort

Right on Kudle Beach with pool, garden, and beach access

Family-friendly cottages and lush tropical ambience reddit.com+15traveltriangle.com+15travel.earth+15

Arthigamya Spa & Resort

Beachside setting with spa, ocean‑view rooms, and wellness offerings

Great for a relaxing holiday with direct beach access visitwander.com

🌊 Mid‑Range & Hidden Gems

Anaariya Beach Front Resort

Peaceful and pet-friendly, located at Riya Beach (near Gokarna)

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The Regulus Resort & Spa

Clifftop property with infinity pool overlooking Kudle Beach

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🏕️ Boutique & Offbeat Retreats

Om Beach Resort – Jungle Lodges

Rustic cottages with garden, Ayurveda spa, and direct beach access

Affordable with a calm, natural vibe themusafir.inthetimes.co.uk

Sanskruti Resort

Valley-view boutique resort near Om Beach, with two pools

Natural ambiance with wooden architecture and quiet seclusion en.wikipedia.org+13traveltriangle.com+13traveltriangle.com+13

Kudle Ocean Front

Beachfront cottages with hammocks under coconut palms

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🧭 Which Resort Suits You Best?

MoodBest PickTotal wellness retreatSwaSwara CGH EarthAdventure + nature stayStone Wood Nature ResortDirect beach luxuryKudle Beach View, Gokarna International, ArthigamyaPeaceful & pet‑friendlyAnaariya Beach Front ResortClifftop romantic escapeThe Regulus Resort & SpaRustic charm on beachOm Beach Resort, Kudle Ocean FrontBoutique valley hideawaySanskruti Resort

🛎️ Traveler Tips

Book early during peak months (November–April) as places fill fast.

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Many resorts are couple-friendly—just check policies if you're unmarried.

For trekking to Half Moon & Paradise beaches, it's easiest from Kudle or Om base reddit.comreddit.com+5reddit.com+5en.wikipedia.org+5

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corbettpackagetour · 28 days ago

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Dhanaulti tour packages from delhi

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Experience a refreshing escape from the bustling city life of Delhi with our specially curated Dhanaulti tour packages, designed to offer a perfect blend of nature, adventure, and relaxation just a few hours away from the capital. Ideal for weekend getaways or short vacations, these packages include comfortable and convenient transportation options from Delhi, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free journey to the serene hill station of Dhanaulti nestled in the Himalayas. Upon arrival, enjoy stays in cozy hotels or charming cottages surrounded by lush pine forests and scenic mountain views, providing a peaceful retreat from the city’s noise. Our Dhanaulti tour packages cover popular attractions such as the Eco Park, where you can enjoy leisurely nature walks amid tall deodars and oaks, and the famous Surkanda Devi Temple, offering spiritual solace and breathtaking panoramic views. For adventure enthusiasts, the packages include thrilling experiences at the Adventure Park, featuring activities like zip-lining, rock climbing, and rappelling that add excitement to your mountain getaway. Group sightseeing tours and guided treks to nearby places like Kanatal and the Mushroom Farm are also part of the itinerary, catering to nature lovers and culture seekers alike. Meals featuring local and continental cuisine are arranged to keep you energized throughout the trip, enhancing your overall experience. Whether you are traveling with family, friends, or as a couple, these Dhanaulti packages from Delhi are tailored to suit diverse preferences and budgets, ensuring comfort, convenience, and memorable moments. With personalized services, easy booking options, and flexible itineraries, this tour promises a rejuvenating break surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the Himalayas. Escape the heat and chaos of Delhi, immerse yourself in fresh mountain air, and create unforgettable memories on your Dhanaulti adventure.

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seychellestime · 1 month ago

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Seychelles All-Inclusive Resorts: The Ultimate Luxury Escape

The Seychelles archipelago, an Indian Ocean haven spread across the blue seas, is home to some of the world’s best and most expensive all-inclusive resorts. Its island paradises redefy luxury with all-inclusive luxury holidays, stunning beachside villas, gourmet dining, luxury spas, and private day cruises — all on one price tag. For those travelers seeking unprecedented tranquility and comfort, Seychelles all-inclusive resorts are not only a vacation; they are a paradise experience of an island life.

Why Reserve All-Inclusive Hotels in Seychelles?

Seychelles all-inclusive hotels take vacation worries about budgeting and planning away. Where all meals and drinks, activities, and tours are complimentary, guests can fully relax without unexpected expenses or limits. This offers full worth from the island’s unspoiled beaches, coral seas, and rainforest tropics.

Top Seychelles All-Inclusive Hotels for 2025

1. Club Med Seychelles — Eco-Chic Luxury on Saint Anne Island Club Med Seychelles is the sole authentic all-inclusive resort in Seychelles, located on the private Saint Anne island. This ecologically certified paradise blends green building with global hospitality. The resort offers:

Sea-view luxurious villas and suites

Gourmet meals and top-shelf beverages unlimited

Free scuba diving, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and yoga

Guided walks in conservation forest and marine reserves

Children clubs and entertainment for the family

Perfect for couples, families, and the solo traveler, Club Med Seychelles is the epitome of hassle-free luxury.

2. Constance Ephelia — Where Nature Meets Luxury on Mahé Although not strictly all-inclusive, Constance Ephelia offers bespoke all-inclusive packages that compete with the best on the Indian Ocean. Perched on the stunning west coast of Mahé, it gazes over two of the island’s most stunning beaches and is beset by mangroves and granite hills.

The Highlights:

Private pool villas and tropical garden setting

Five restaurants and various bars offering various cuisines

U Spa by Constance offering personalized treatments

Zip-lining, rock climbing, kayaking, and snorkeling

Children’s club and childcare centers

It is ideal for the adventurer with spa relaxation in a breathtaking setting.

Isolated Silhouette Island surrounds Hilton Seychelles Labriz, an idyllic, romantic getaway perfect for honeymoons and seclusion getaways. Their optional all-inclusive packages include:

Beach and hillside villas beautifully designed in Creole contemporary decor

Seven restaurants, bars with themed restaurants

Daily boat shuttle, nature walks, and water sports

Spa with full range of services in a rainforest setting

Diving and snorkeling excursions to unspoiled reefs

The island nation park setting provides total immersion in nature and seclusion.

4. Raffles Seychelles — Private Luxury in Praslin Sitting atop Anse Takamaka, Praslin Island, Raffles Seychelles is at the forefront with villa-only facilities and bespoke all-inclusive packages for those who want to indulge. Expect:

Private plunge pools and butler service

Michelin-starred dining experiences

Spa treatments and yoga sessions in-villa

Boat excursions to Curieuse Island and Vallée de Mai

Sunset cruises and beach picnics

A luxury option for couples and celebrities seeking seclusion and highly personalized service.

5. JA Enchanted Island Resort — Intimate Private Island Romance JA Enchanted Island is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort with private island seclusion on a tiny private island just 15 minutes boat ride from Mahé. It offers:

Only 10 luxury villas with pool and ocean view

Private dining by request with customized menus

Unlimited premium drinks and fine wines

Spa therapies in the rooms and yoga

Accompanied by kayaks and snorkeling gear

Perfect for honeymooners or high-end holiday makers, JA Enchanted promises intimacy in high-end luxury.

What to Expect in An All-Inclusive Seychelles Holiday

Culinary Excellence Seychelles all-inclusive resorts have gourmet cuisine. Seafood buffets of fresh seafood to à la carte haute restaurant dining, the islands are a paradise for gourmands. Creole local dishes blend with international dishes, and the islands treat guests to an opulent gastronomic experience.

Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Travel These resorts integrate sustainability into their all-inclusive packages through the use of solar power, the reduction of one-use plastics, and giving back to the community and the conservation of the environment. Some of these resorts are Club Med Seychelles and Hilton Labriz, both of which have eco-certifications and environmental stewardship.

Unlimited Activities & Excursions With all-inclusive packages, the action never stops. Activities usually include:

Snorkeling and scuba diving among coral-rich waters

Kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding

Nature walks and island hikes with guides

Sunset cruises and fishing trips

Cultural activities like Creole cooking lessons and island village tours

Best Time to Visit Seychelles All-Inclusive Resorts

The best time to visit Seychelles is during April–May and October–November when the trade winds are light and the climate is dry and hot. However, the all-inclusive resorts are available round the year with indoor comfort even for the occasional tropical rain showers.

Seychelles All-Inclusive Resort Booking Tips

Early booking for the high season (December–January, June–August)

Check for honeymoon or anniversary packages with added values

Check for inclusion of airport transfers, tours, and top-brand liquor in the package

Choose eco-certified resorts for environmental travel

Check for villa-only resorts for more seclusion and indulgence

Conclusion: A Dream Holiday in Every Sense Seychelles all-inclusive hotels are not merely a destination to sleep — they are a crafted, indulgent experience in one of the world’s most breathtaking locations. Whether it is romantic isolation, family adventure or nature-packed relaxation, these hotels indulge every desire with serene ease. When you reserve an all-inclusive stay in Seychelles, you’re not just booking a vacation — you’re stepping into a world of unyielding luxury.

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