Sentences with phrase «on steep»

Situated on a steep hill in the middle of the jungle, Woodlawn Villas is a small, family run resort currently offering three 36m ² Garden Villas built on stilts, two 70m ² Garden Suites and one large 240m ² Twilight 3 - bedroom Villa, each overlooking the lush vegetation and a swimming pool.

There the cinnamon grows on the steep slopes of a high hill in this cinnamon heartland.

I fall in love with the towering misty mountains covered with snow, the two tiny stone outposts that mark the border and the sunny patches on the steep valley carpeted with chartreuse green grass punctuated by glacial streams.

Set, like much of Lisbon, on a steep hillside, Bairro Alto has gained a reputation as the city's vibrant nightlife quarter.

Kind of like the Machu Picchu of Cambodia, Preah Vihear is situated on a steep cliff, and runs in a north - south axis along the top for 2,600 feet.

Located on a steep hillside in the heart of Benalmadena on the Costa del Sol, the 4 - star Best Siroco Hotel is the ideal place for families and couples to relax and soa...... Continue reading

Set on a steep cliff towering 70 meters above sea level, this Uluwatu temple originates from the 10th century, and humbly carries a rich historical narrative.

Hike to the Kila Goemba nunnery and take in spectacular views from the temple complex, which was built on a steep cliff face.

Located on a steep hillside in the heart of Benalmadena on the Costa del Sol, the 4 - star Best Siroco Hotel is the ideal place for families and couples to relax and soak up some Spanish sunshine.

Like Virgin Atlantic, you'll want to be careful when booking with ANA Mileage Club as they will pass on the steep carrier - imposed surcharges.

The first 30 meters, until we reach the arch, take us up on steep, narrow stairs.

Today we walk in the direction of Castelo as well, but this time Alfama, on a steep hill between the castle and the Tagus, is our goal.

These include Secret Beach which is reached on a steep trail and the more easily accessible Kalihwai Beach where you can park near the sand.

This is one of those rare places with» viewpoint» in the name that actually delivers — it's high up on a steep hill and the 180 - degree view of the ocean from the balconies goes on forever.

The Shiba Inu developed on the steep slopes of the Japanese mountains and was used to hunt both large and small game for many centuries.

Exhibiting a unique elegance of bearing and movement, his soundness and coordination show unmistakably the purpose for which he has been bred, the strenuous work of guarding the flocks in all kinds of weather on the steep mountain slopes of the Pyrenees.

A shepherd's best friend, the Great Pyrenees was bred to protect sheep on the steep slopes of southwestern Europe.

Currently, investors who want to save on the steep currency conversion charges turn to the Norbert Gambit.

Which has its pros & cons: Investors mostly adjust accordingly (i.e. reverse out some / all of this intangible expense), which explains why intellectual property companies (as in technology, media, pharmaceuticals, etc.) often trade on steep earnings multiples vs. the rest of the market.

Some companies may tack on steep fees or service costs for taking out a policy loan.

From the iPad to the Xoom, the PlayBook to the TouchPad prices starting at or near # 400 are a little on the steep side for many folk.

The news came on the heels of recent (and very public) questions about the leadership of the company, as its marketshare continues on a steep, downward path.

By the time you put that information into action, your chosen niche could be on a steep downward curve, with buyers moving on toward another, similar niche.

I dumped the bike 15 - 20 times on the steep, rocky road.

Standing in the back doorway of her cottage nestled among other smallish - size houses on a steep hillside in the San Francisco Bay - area town of Fairfax, California, Lamott greets Saturday afternoon visitors with a plaintive request for help.

It's tempting to conclude, from looking at this list, that Kindle customers are pretty price - sensitive; eight of the ten comics are 99 cents each, and another one is on steep markdown.

The Confusion of Languages is about collision — across boundaries and between cultures for sure, but it also showcases the clashes that can develop between people bound together by marriage, vocation or circumstance... It is a sharp and brilliant meditation on the steep costs of coloring outside the lines, especially in an environment where conforming to the norm demands the difficult task of walking between two very straight and narrow perimeters.

That first release can be so absorbing, because you're on that steep learning curve, so it's doubly important to keep perspective.

The transmission also includes the Hill Start Assist system, which helps prevent rolling back when starting on steep inclines.

HaC is designed to help minimize backward rolling on steep ascents.

We didn't test the Disco Sport to that extreme — and we doubt many prospective buyers will — but an extended off - road section through the mountain surrounding Canberra this week proved it does indeed deliver class - leading off - road prowess, including unrivalled traction on steep, greasy inclines and enough wheel articulation to make light work of the kind of rocks and bog holes that would severely upset an Audi Q5.

If fuel cutoff is insufficient to prevent engine over-revving, as might be possible when the vehicle is on a steep downhill, the transmission will automatically upshift to prevent damage.

This standard X-Mode will benefit you on steep, uneven roads and paths, and can't be found in the 2015 Toyota RAV4.

When you're accelerating from a dead stop on a steep incline, hill start assist helps keep the vehicle from rolling backward, a fear of many drivers.

Additionally, a new, patent - pending vehicle air intake system with functional hood scoop drives cool, dry air into the engine for sustained performance and cooler engine temperatures during difficult conditions, such as trailering on steep grades.

All TLX models incorporate the Electronic Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold, which retains brake pressure when the vehicle is stopped, simplifying stop - and - go driving in heavy traffic or on steep hills.

The DCT also incorporates Hyundai's Hillstart Assist Control (HAC), designed to minimize rolling backwards on steep ascents.

The automotive industry is on a steep climb, and the right sales associate is in a unique position to earn top dollar and establish long - standing business contacts.

All 4Runner trims come with Hill - start Assist Control (HAC), which provides additional control by keeping the vehicle stationary while starting on a steep incline or unstable surface.

No power locks or windows (although that contributes to the affordability of the car and is not a huge inconvenience), and can be extremely difficult to start from a stop on a steep, wet hill since the car is so light.

Often used for off road conditions stopping on steep grades.

HAC will help prevent your vehicle from rolling backwards on a steep incline when switching from the brake to accelerator.

In addition, standard Hill Start Assist helps prevent loss of control when starting and driving away on a steep incline (both 4WD and 2WD models), while standard Hill Descent Control (4WD only) helps by adjusting speed and brake pressure when traveling slowly down steep, rough terrain grades.

Other interesting technologies include a new intelligent permanent all - wheel - drive system for superior traction and better on - road fuel economy, and the patented Gradient Release Control, which improves driver confidence and control when releasing the brakes on steep and slippery slopes.

HAC minimizes rolling backwards on steep ascents while DBC helps the driver maintain vehicle control and speed on steep downhill descents.

The 2013 Santa Fe models feature Hyundai's Hillstart Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Brake Control (DBC) to maximize control on steep hills.

Also, beginning in 2003, all 4Runners were equipped with Hill - start Assist Control (HAC) to prevent rolling backward on steep hills and Downhill Assist Control (DAC) that modulates the brakes on steep downhill inclines.

Smart diesel exhaust brake system that enhances vehicle control and reduces brake wear on steep grades Standard Hydra - Matic 6L50 six - speed automatic transmission matched with a Centrifugal Pendulum Vibration Absorber (CPVA) in the torque converter, which reduces powertrain noise and vibration The Z82 trailering package is standard and includes a hitch receiver and seven - pin connector An all - new integrated trailer brake controller is standard and exclusive on diesel models The G80 automatic locking rear differential is standard A 3.42 rear axle ratio is standard A new, electronically controlled two - speed transfer case is included on 4WD models Maximum trailering rating of 7,700 pounds (3,492 kg) for 2WD models and 7,600 pounds (3,447 kg) for 4WD GVWRs of 6,000 pounds (2,721 kg) for 2WD and 6,200 pounds (2,812 kg) for 4WD.

The multimedia display is hard to read in direct sunlight and the scalloped bonnet can obscure vision on steep, technical climbs or descents.

All - wheel drive means another $ 2,500, which is somewhat on the steep side even for an intelligent system like this.