@ Dashing Through the Snow Zinnia and Baile Átha Cliath have been given a free map to help them enjoy their Winter Tour! Before unfolding it, they read the cover: Ski & Skate Today's trip is on a modern train with spacious seats and large windows to enjoy the passing winter scenery. The train's first stop by a frozen lake allows the pets the opportunity to stretch their legs with a little skating! Let's hope there are no frozen paws from this adventure! The trip then proceeds to skiing grounds with steep snowy slopes, cable cars, chair lifts and an Olympic ski jump! The pets can also turn their paws to snowboarding if they wish. The pets will meet a cute little critter also trying to ski. Back on board the train at the end of an action-packed day, the pets will have the thrill of seeing the Northern Lights as they travel home in the setting sun to that night's lodging. There they will enjoy a warming milky coffee and a bowl of hot soup by the wood-burning stove in the dining room, while admiring the snowy scene outside. Dashing Through the Snow While an aeroplane might get you to your final destination more quickly and efficiently, nothing can surpass the romance and sightseeing opportunities of a journey by train. Just try to make sure you get a window seat to capture the breath-taking views of snowy peaks!
While wandering in Winter, you met Baile Átha Cliath.
Zinnia shook paws with Baile Átha Cliath the Green Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ McCabe's Forest Rail Track “You have to admit, a modern train is faster and more comfortable than a steam train, Midnight," said Zinnia. "Yes, but look at all those ugly overhead wires it needs to run, Zinnia!" replied Midnight. "Instead of beautiful plumes of smoke in the cold air!" McCabe's Forest Rail Track Cold, bracing snowy weather is grand in theory. However, if your paws start to go numb and the chill creeps its way through your fur, it can start to lose its attraction. The answer is a train journey, where you can look out across sweeping white vistas or forests of trees lightly trimmed with snow, without having to get your scarf on!
While wandering in Winter, you met Midnight.
Zinnia shook paws with Midnight the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Like a Bridge over Frozen Water “You have to admit, a modern train is faster and more comfortable than a steam train, Sarah," said Zinnia. "Yes, but look at all those ugly overhead wires it needs to run, Zinnia!" replied Sarah. "Instead of beautiful plumes of smoke in the cold air!" Like a Bridge over Frozen Water Will your pet cross this ornate bridge or skate over the frozen river to the other bank? The bridge is set against a backdrop of bare trees, grey sky and far-distant mountains with a foreground of snowdrifts.
While wandering in Winter, you met Sarah.
Zinnia shook paws with Sarah the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Frozen Lake Rink “I like that we always make new friends on our travels, Amethyst," said Zinnia. "Yes, of all different kinds!" replied Amethyst. Frozen Lake Rink Nowadays rinks of artificial ice are commonplace in all countries. In former times skating could only be enjoyed when the weather was cold enough to freeze a lake or river to thick ice, allowing skaters to enjoy a game of curling or ice hockey or just enjoy pirouetting on the chilly, frozen surface!
While wandering in Winter, you met Amethyst.
Zinnia shook paws with Amethyst the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Waiting for Skating “I thought last night's house was amazing, Dumbledore," said Zinnia. "Yes, it was spacious yet so cosy at the same time, Zinnia!" replied Dumbledore. "I loved the fire. It was so hyggelig!" Waiting for Skating Get your skates on! Whether you enjoy figure skating and the performance of spins, jumps and dance movements, speed skating or even ice hockey, proper skates are essential!
While wandering in Winter, you met Dumbledore.
Zinnia shook paws with Dumbledore the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Train Pane “You know what the best part of a day's skiing is, Faεяydaε?" said Zinnia. "No, what?" replied Faεяydaε. "The après-ski!" replied Zinnia. Train Pane One benefit of travelling by train as opposed to by car is the fun of being able to relax in one's seat and watch the passing towns and countryside.
While wandering in Winter, you met Faεяydaε.
Zinnia shook paws with Faεяydaε the Stardust Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Steep Alpine Sweep Zinnia and Choose a name shook paws, said “How do you do?” and posed for a souvenir photo. “Why am I always on the left?” grumbled Zinnia. “Let’s change sides.” “No,” said Choose a name. “This is my best side.” Steep Alpine Sweep Being in the mountains has a huge benefit on both our physical and mental health. Skiers will talk about the adrenalin rush of the slopes but also the pleasure gained from being in nature and having social interaction. Beyond the physical benefits, exposure to the natural surroundings of the mountains during exercise appears to provide an additional boost to our psychological well-being and aids in recovering from stress.
While wandering in Winter, you met Choose a name.
Zinnia shook paws with Choose a name the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Snowboard Colour Splash “Hey, have you seen what the next stop is, Zinnia?” said Nanuk. "It looks fantastic!" "I'll get my camera ready," said Zinnia. Snowboard Colour Splash What can beat the pure thrill of snowy mountains in winter? Snowboarding through awesome mountains evokes a myriad of emotions, which are at a natural high at altitude – who better to share it all with than one’s fellow pets?
While wandering in Winter, you met Nanuk.
Zinnia shook paws with Nanuk the Blue Polar Bear. They both received one silver mole!
@ Ski Row “Ooh, it's just starting to get a bit cold, Zinnia!” said rainbow cookie. “Can you hold my map while I dig out my gloves?" Zinnia good-naturedly took charge of rainbow cookie's possessions while she emptied her rucksack of a pack of sandwiches, a Thermos flask, a pair of galoshes, a bag of toffees, a paperback novel, a bottle of mineral water, an address book, some postage stamps, an assortment of different coloured biros, a bottle opener, a couple of old train tickets, a handful of golden and silver moles, a door key, some shopping receipts, a screwdriver, a bottle of multivitamins, a lottery ticket and a selection of rather battered sachets of salt, sugar and tomato ketchup before locating the gloves right at the bottom. These she donned and then Zinnia helped her put everything back in her rucksack. Ski Row After a tiring but exhilarating day on the slopes, it's time to doff our skis and enjoy the après ski evening, where we will cosily plot our next ski adventure! What plans we make! It's not necessary to have a lively party; a quiet hot milky coffee with two or three friends after a day's fun on the slopes gives us the chance to bond and get ready for the morrow's pleasures.
While wandering in Winter, you met rainbow cookie.
Zinnia shook paws with rainbow cookie the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Snow Drift Ski Lift “What do you get when you cross a skier and a vampire?" asked Zinnia. "I don't know; what?" replied Pingu. "Frostbite!" Snow Drift Ski Lift Skiing enthusiasts love it all, from the crisp, fresh bite of the air on arrival at the resort, the contrasting warmth of chalets; the icicles hanging from roofs; twinkling fairylights in the streets and the bursts of convivial laughter and applause from restaurants and bars where pets enjoy themselves after a day on the slopes!
While wandering in Winter, you met Pingu.
Zinnia shook paws with Pingu the Playful Penguin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Skiing Adventure Starts "Do you think we'll see a polar bear like we did on Snow Beach that time, Anwyn?" asked Zinnia. "Oh gosh, Zinnia, do you remember those horrible jellyfish in the water there? I can't stand them!" responded Anwyn. Skiing Adventure Starts You and your fellow pets may prefer to mostly ski together, but perhaps sometimes the more advanced skiers will tackle a challenging route down the mountain and you then meet at the bottom of the slope. A shared love and appreciation for snow makes for the perfect, spectacular and memorable holiday on the slopes.
While wandering in Winter, you met Anwyn.
Zinnia shook paws with Anwyn the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Stunning Snow Slope “Pass me the binoculars, Zinnia!” said Gray. "I think that's a Canada goose just taking off over there!" Stunning Snow Slope What does skiing mean for you? Is it rising with the sun; having the exhilarating crisp mountain air hitting your face, making a unique wake-up call! Let's not forget the huge sense of freedom as your skis cut through freshly fallen powder, merrily zigzagging down the slopes whooping, laughing and joking, then sitting on a peaceful ski lift putting the world to rights against the stunning backdrop of Alpine views.
While wandering in Winter, you met Gray.
Zinnia shook paws with Gray the Dauntless Dolphin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Surpassing Slope “What have you got in your tote bag, Flutterbye?” asked Tweety Pi. “It looks very full!” “I’ve come prepared for anything snowy, Tweety Pi,” responded Flutterbye. “There’s snowshoes, snow boots, Wellington boots, a pair of grippy things, some ear muffs—you name it, I’ve got it!” Surpassing Slope Don't these pristine, pure white slopes make you want to don ski suits and boots and glide down breathing in cold, fresh air? And while doing so, wondering, "What is that strange human figure on yon mountainside?"
While wandering in Winter, you met Ollie.
Zinnia shook paws with Ollie the Brown Owl. They both received one silver mole!
@ Heart Thumpin' Ski Jumpin' Zinnia and Rosie shook paws, said “How do you do?” and posed for a souvenir photo. “Why am I always on the left?” grumbled Zinnia. “Let’s change sides.” “No,” said Rosie. “This is my best side.” Heart Thumpin' Ski Jumpin' You have to admire the engineering that's gone into this high ski jump. Is your pet brave enough to start at the very, very top and whoosh swiftly downwards?
While wandering in Winter, you met Rosie.
Zinnia shook paws with Rosie the Strawberry Milky Moo Cow. They both received one silver mole!
@ Winter Skiing Holiday “Hey, have you seen what the next stop is, Zinnia?” said Choco. "It looks fantastic!" "I'll get my camera ready," said Zinnia. Winter Skiing Holiday Whoo-hoo! An exhilarating skiing holiday starts with the ski lift while you gaze at the blue skies, snowy peaks and watch your fellow holiday-makers having fun in the snow!
While wandering in Winter, you met Choco.
Zinnia shook paws with Choco the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Uplifting White Vista “Pass me the binoculars, Zinnia!” said Night Wing. "I think that's a Canada goose just taking off over there!" Uplifting White Vista Do you ever get that feeling of having left your stomach behind? This high ski lift offers 360° views over a snowy panorama.
While wandering in Winter, you met Night Wing.
Zinnia shook paws with Night Wing the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Roaming Gnome "This is fabulous, get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20," enthused Zinnia. "I'll have this photo printed and framed and display it next to my plush reindeer that I got in the little gift shop near Snow Beach and the mother of pearl model of the Taj Mahal from Icon!" "You'll have a fine collection of mementos, Zinnia!" said get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20. Roaming Gnome If you keep a careful lookout this winter you might spot this endearing gnome in his jaunty red and white cap, navigating on small wooden skis with a ski pole clutched in each hand!
While wandering in Winter, you met get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20.
Zinnia shook paws with get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20 the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20 and you found 20 Travel Tokens!
@ Ski Spree “I thought last night's house was amazing, Ziggy," said Zinnia. "Yes, it was spacious yet so cosy at the same time, Zinnia!" replied Ziggy. "I loved the fire. It was so hyggelig!" Ski Spree What a thrill to race downhill, your momentum increasing as you go, and the only sounds in the clean, bracing mountain air being the swish of your skis on the crisp, pure white snow and the flurry of ice spray flung behind as you speed along.
While wandering in Winter, you met Ziggy.
Zinnia shook paws with Ziggy the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Aurora Borealis in Snow Scene Zinnia opened her rucksack to find her hat. Silk could see Zinnia had a beret, a balaclava, a cricket cap, a Tam o' Shanter, a woolly bobble hat, a beanie, a deerstalker hat and a Peruvian chullo! “Did you bring a Stetson too?” Silk asked Zinnia. Aurora Borealis in Snow Scene The aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights, is one of the most spectacular displays in the night sky. These changing light patterns have fascinated and inspired for centuries. These swirling patterns of turquoise, with the bright moon in the background and the snowy landscape in the foreground make this an amazing picture.
While wandering in Winter, you met Silk.
Zinnia shook paws with Silk the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Sunset Rail Journey Zinnia and Patches had shaken paws and took some time to enjoy the super view in a companionable silence! Sunset Rail Journey What a journey awaits on board this train travelling through pine forests! What lies beyond that tantalising bend round the corner? Sit back and enjoy the scenery as the sun tinges the treetops with golden light.
While wandering in Winter, you met Patches.
Zinnia shook paws with Patches the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Coffee with Steamed Milk Flower slider and Zinnia were chatting about the concept of hygge. "Apparently the Dutch have a word for it, too," said Zinnia. "Gezelligheid". "I guess we could say 'cosiness', Zinnia? Even if it's not quite the same?" Coffee with Steamed Milk Flower It adds to the fun of going to your town's coffee shop: when your barista puts in front of you a hot, freshly made, foam-topped cappuccino, complete with beautiful artwork! What magic! A beautiful steamed-milk decoration looks like it must be very difficult to do, but once you get the knack, it really doesn't take very long to do at all! So make that drink look extra-special!
While wandering in Winter, you met slider.
Zinnia shook paws with slider the Playful Penguin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Snow View Lounge “What's a typical après-ski meal?" asked Zinnia. "Icebergers!" declared Red Rover. Snow View Lounge This lounge/dining area, with ample seating and warm tones provides a comfortable respite from touring in the snow! Superb views are visible from the large window area. Pets will love to congregate round the wood-burning stove of an evening!
While wandering in Winter, you met Red Rover.
Zinnia shook paws with Red Rover the Red Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Spacious Family Room Archie and Zinnia were chatting about the concept of hygge. "Apparently the Dutch have a word for it, too," said Zinnia. "Gezelligheid". "I guess we could say 'cosiness', Zinnia? Even if it's not quite the same?" Spacious Family Room This living space is minimalist yet comfortable, providing plenty of seating for pets to sprawl out and relax, while the laminate floor offers opportunities for marble races! Plenty of light is admitted by two large windows overlooking the garden.
While wandering in Winter, you met Archie.
Zinnia shook paws with Archie the Tapir. They both received one silver mole!
@ Serene Piano Room “What's a typical après-ski meal?" asked Zinnia. "Icebergers!" declared BRUNO. Serene Piano Room If you incline towards a clean, minimalist look, then white walls are the perfect base. The hallmark of this peaceful and uncluttered look is lots of white—particularly on the walls—with touches of muted brown, blue and cream on the elaborate rug also have a calming influence, while the view to the garden outside and the piano add a serene touch.
While wandering in Winter, you met BRUNO.
Zinnia shook paws with BRUNO the Brown Bear. They both received one silver mole!
@ Cauliflower Soup with Cheese “Seeing these places makes me want to go to stay for a week or two, Zinnia,” remarked Calfi Nated. "It's so different!" "Well, I guess that's the point of travel, isn't it?" said Zinnia. "To broaden your horizons and so on." Cauliflower Soup with Cheese Mmmm ... just the thing for a cold winter's night, a nourishing bowl of cauliflower soup with a sprinkle of Leicestershire cheese for added deliciousness ...
While wandering in Winter, you met Calfi Nated.
Zinnia shook paws with Calfi Nated the Holstein Friesian Calf. They both received one silver mole!
@ Happy Hound Zinnia is tired out and ready to go home when Fin comes along. "Wow! You find a special prize!" says Fin. Zinnia turns round and found it was just behind them! Frosty Townhouse Facades What is going on behind the stately facade of these town houses? Can you picture pets enjoying hot soup, trying on a new coat or scarf, playing games or just basking by the fire? Are their windows lit up with cosy glowing lights or do they have thick curtains drawn close against the wintry cold? Happy Hound Ah-h-h! Who wouldn't feel relaxed just looking at this blissed-out pet asleep on his favourite cushion in the light of the fire? "Contentment" just about sums it up!
While wandering in Winter, you met Fin.
Zinnia shook paws with Fin the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Ski & Skate Zinnia has enjoyed her winter tour and is now ready to go to her own snug, warm home. Alex feels just the same!! Ski & Skate Today's trip is on a modern train with spacious seats and large windows to enjoy the passing winter scenery. The train's first stop by a frozen lake allows the pets the opportunity to stretch their legs with a little skating! Let's hope there are no frozen paws from this adventure! The trip then proceeds to skiing grounds with steep snowy slopes, cable cars, chair lifts and an Olympic ski jump! The pets can also turn their paws to snowboarding if they wish. The pets will meet a cute little critter also trying to ski. Back on board the train at the end of an action-packed day, the pets will have the thrill of seeing the Northern Lights as they travel home in the setting sun to that night's lodging. There they will enjoy a warming milky coffee and a bowl of hot soup by the wood-burning stove in the dining room, while admiring the snowy scene outside. Zinnia has completed the quest! "Huskies, Hijinks and Hygge" is now over, but PnF will hold a new event again soon!
While wandering in Winter, you met Alex.
Zinnia shook paws with Alex the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
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