Garmin nüvi 255W

Garmin nüvi 255W 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator (Factory Refurbished)


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Amazon Sales Rank: #9 in Consumer Electronics

Brand: Garmin

Model: 010-N0718-20

Dimensions: 3.30" h x 6.60" w x 6.60" l, 1.30 pounds

Features

Factory Refurbished

4.3-inch auto navigator with an anti theft feature

HotFix calculates your position faster to get you there quicker

Compatible with optional enhanced MSN Direct content

JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock, currency converter, calculator and more

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Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description This is a refurbished GPS. Refurbished generally means that the unit has been returned to the manufacturer, who brings the navigator back to like new conditions. Some GPS may contain cosmetic blemishes.

Garmin's nüvi 255W improvesupon its 200-series predecessors by adding top-of-the-line features such as FM traffic updates or MSN Direct content to an entry-level line. But Garmin is also introducing some significant improvements with this new series, like a predictive technology that provides faster satellite lock, a redesigned screen with more information, terrain maps, and an exciting new photo navigation feature. The 255W adds complete maps for North America and Text-to-Speech, so you get turn by turn spoken directions with the real names of streets (e.g. "turn left in 50 feet at Nebraska Way", rather than merely "turn left in 50 feet"). The 255W also offers a wide 4.3-inch (diagonal) screen that displays 70% more of the road around you.

The nüvi 2x5 models all sport the slim design that Garmin introduced with the 200-series last year, so they all fit comfortably in your pocket or purse, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that makes them convenient for navigation by car or foot.All of the models include useful travel tools like a JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more.

Important Product Information: This device features a "screen lock" feature. This is a standard feature on all nüvi 2x5 and 7x5 Garmin units. If you slide the "Power" key to the right, it will lock the screen and prevent any accidental touches. Once the screen lock feature is engaged, the screen will go black/gray after about 15 seconds to save power on the device. To unlock the screen, just slide the "Power" key to the center position. This feature is really targeted for "Pedestrian" mode so that a user can put the device in his or her pocket/purse and quickly unlock the screen instead of powering on/off continuously. For more information, see page 5 of the product manual.

Key Features/Benefits for all 2x5 Series Navigators

New -- HotFix (Long Term Ephemeris Prediction) finds satellites faster (Learn more)

New -- Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Basemap shows 3D shaded terrain features (Learn more)

New -- Faster 333 Mhz processor offers faster, smoother map drawing and vehicle icon motion through turns

New -- Redesigned user interface offers more information (Learn more)

New -- Photo Navigation lets you upload geo-coded photos from a phone, geo-coding camera or photo site and navigate to them. (Learn more)

New -- Add Enhanced MSN Traffic and Content with the optional GDB 55 antenna and charger (Learn more)

New -- Send addresses directly to your Garmin from Google Maps or Mapquest (Learn more)

New -- Automatic Time Zone Transition

Text-to-Speech gives directions with real street names

4.3-inch Widescreen shows you more of what's around you as you drive (Learn more)

Memory Card Slots so you can add maps and travel guides, or store photos (MicroSD card slot on 3.5-inch units; SD card slot on 4.3-inch units)

Preloaded Maps with Navteq data of North America + Hawaii + Puerto Rico, including 6.5 million searchable points of interest (Learn more)

Rechargeable lithium-ion battery for easy portability (up to 4 hours per charge)

Custom Vehicle Icons let you personalize your navigator (Learn more)

Integrated Antenna for a slim form factor

Where Am I? -- instantly shows you all of the emergency services nearby (Learn More)

What's in the Box

nüvi 255W, Preloaded City Navigator NT for North America or Europe (full coverage), Vehicle suction cup mount, Vehicle power cable, Dashboard disc, Quick start manual

Which nüvi is Best for You?:

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Thailand: Lampang

Thailand: Lampang: "An ancient city founded in the 17th century by Queen Chama Devi, Lampang at Thailand is one of the major tourist destinations in Thailand (T..."

Ubon Ratchathani

A City of Beautiful Lotuses, a Two-colored River, Delicious Fish, Beaches and Rapids, Thai Scholars, Devout Buddhists, Finely Carved Candles, and Pre-historical Rock Paintings.

Located on the banks of the Mun River, Ubon Ratchathani is a large, provincial capital city whose history dates back around two centuries, officially in 1780 when King Taksin the Great appointed the region’s first ruler and awarded the city its name. The city was governed by four semi-autonomous rulers until 1882 when it was appointed a governor as part of the Kingdom Siam.

Located in the lower region of Northeastern Thailand, 629 kilometers from Bangkok, Ubon Ratchathani province features plateaus and mountain ranges with the Mun River running through the middle. Sandstone cliffs along the Mekong River serve as a natural border between Thailand and Laos. This region, where Ubon Ratchathani borders both Cambodia and Laos and the Mekong flows into Cambodia has been coined “the Emerald Triangle” in recognition of its magnificent green landscapes. Adding to Ubon Ratchathani’s natural appeal, Phu Chong Nayoi and Pha Taem National Parks are two of Isan’s most unspoiled and unvisited natural preserves.

Ubon Ratchathani province features plateaus and mountain ranges with the Mun River running through the middle. The region where Ubon Ratchathani borders both Cambodia and Laos has been coined “the Emerald Triangle” in recognition of its magnificent green landscapes. Adding to Ubon Ratchathani’s natural appeal, Phu Chong Nayoi and Pha Taem National Parks are two of Isan’s most unspoiled and unvisited natural preserves. Ubon Ratchathani, the north-east's largest city, is also a wonderful place to witness the annual candle festival, a charming Buddhist celebration.

Sukhothai

Source of national heritage, the Thai alphabet, the best Loy Krathong celebration, firm foundation of Buddhism, fine Teen Jok cloth, ancient chinaware, holy Pho Khun (Ramkhamhaeng’s mother), dawn of happiness.


Founded in the 13th century, Sukhothai, which literally means “Dawn of Happiness”, was the first truly independent Thai Kingdom and enjoyed a golden age under King Ramkhamhaeng, who is credited with creating the Thai alphabet. The superb temples and monuments of this great city have been lovingly restored, and Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a must-see for all travelers.

Sukhothai became an independent kingdom when two princes-Pho Khun Pha Muang and Pho Khun Bang Klang Hao combined their forces and drove the Khmers out of Sukhothai, then a major frontier post of the Angkor Empire.

One of Thailand’s finest warriors, King Ramkhamhaeng, second son of Pho Khun Bang Klang Haok, made Sukhothai a powerful and extensive kingdom that even established direct political relations with China. Returning from the funeral of Emperor Kublai Khan, King Ramkhamhaeng brought back Chinese artisans who taught the art of pottery to the Thais. While visitors are eager to pick up today’s Sangkhalok Pottery, antique examples of such are eagerly sought by collectors.

King Ramkhamhaeng also promoted religion and culture, and through his efforts Buddhism flourished among the population. Inspirational faith gave birth to classic forms of Thai religious arts; images of the Lord Buddha sculptured during the Sukhothai Era are cultural treasures that impart a feeling of peace and serenity.

A total of eight kings ruled Sukhothai but the gradual decline of Sukhothai occurred during the reigns of the last two kings. The end of this first Thai kingdom occurred in 1365 when it became a vassal state of Ayutthaya, a rising power to the south.

Sukhothai, which literally means “Dawn of Happiness”, may be the most romantic of all former Thai capital cities. The superb temples and monuments of this great city have been lovingly restored, and Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a must-see for all travelers, particularly in the evening when the graceful Buddha images are illuminated by lights, while exploring the grassy, tree lined park via bicycle, or most spectacularly, during the Loy Krathong festival, when hundreds of candle-powered, floating lanterns are released into the sky.

King Ramkhamhaeng, who reigned over Sukhothai’s golden age promoted religion and culture, and brought Chinese artisans back to the city to teach his people the art of pottery. Visitors can visit villages still engaged in the production of Sangkhalok Pottery as well as Hat Siao cloth, named for the village in Si Satchanalai district, just north of Sukhothai town. This famous hand-woven cloth is produced not far from Si Satchanalai Historical Park, where the ruins of another important historical city can be explored.

Wat Chaiwattanaram Ayutthaya

This beautiful temple is located on the same side of Wat Putthaisawan

but to the west of Ko Muang. This monastery was built by the royal

command of King Prasat Thong as a memorial to his mother's land and

to celebrate for his coronation in 1630. The architectural style is

reminiscent of Khmer temples as the main pagoda, Pra Prang Sri

Mahathatu,was surrounded by small ones in 8 directions. It is assumed

that the relics of Lord Buddha or other sacred objects used to be kept in

in the main Prang. The ordination hall is located in the east of the Prang.

There are ruins of the principal Buddha image made of sandstone in

attitude of subduing mara and in the north ruins of the bases of the

three pagodas located the bone relics of Chao Fa Thammathibet

(Chaofa Kung Rattanakawi of Ayutthaya) Chao Sangwan and Chao Fa Nim,

the king's first concubine. It is now a deserted temple, but the main

Prangs and Pagodas remain in good conditions.

Wihara Phra Mongkhonbophit Ayutthaya

Pra Mongkhonbophit is an image of Buddha made of brick covered

with bronze and gilt. Its whole body is black as it was covered with black

lacquer. It is assumed that it was built in the reign of Somdej Phra

Chairacha in 1538 as a symbol Buddha image of Chichiang Temple and

was enshrined outdoor. Later on, King Song-Tham had the Buddha image

moved to the south-west of Wat Phra Sri Sanphet and kept it in the

pavilion, the Mondopa. In the reign of Phra Chao Sua, the Mondopa was

burnt down by a fire due to a thunderbolt, causing the lotus bud and the

right arm of the Buddha image to break down. Phra Chao Sua then had

the broken parts of the image restored. During the fall of Ayutthaya in

1767, the Wihara Mongkhon Bophit was badly burnt and the right arm

and the hair knot of the Buddha image were broken. In the reign of

King Rama V, Phraya Boranrachathanin who was the governor of

Ayutthaya during that time restored the image with stucco and gilt. In

1992, the Wihara Mongkhon Bophit was built to cover the image. This

image,in the attitude of subduing mara, is one of the biggest Buddha

images in Thailand.

Lampang

An ancient city founded in the 17th century by Queen Chama Devi, Lampang at Thailand is one of the major tourist destinations in Thailand (Thailand Tourist Destinations) today with a number of temples, monuments and monasteries that still narrate the stories of the past. Find this great city of Thailand on the right bank of Mae Nam Wang just 599 kilometers north of Bangkok and 100 kilometers south of Chiang Mai.


Come to Lampang to have a look at the past. Ruled by the Burmese for a over 200 years, the temples and the monuments here portray a fine blend of Thai and Burmese architecture, escaping the crude modernization of the recent times. Some of the major temples that you can consider visiting are Wat Chedi Sao (Temple of Twenty Chedis), the Wat Phrathat Lampang Luang and the Wat Phrathat Chom Ping. Besides there is an Elephant Conservation Centre, the Doi Khuntan National Park and the Wat Phra Kaeo Don Tao are worth your visit. While the Wat Phra Kaeo Don Tao is one of the best examples of Burmese architecture that dates back to the late 18th century, the Wat Phrathat Lampang Luang is one of North's finest temples with Chedi towers surrounded by trees. The centre is situated in Ban Tung Kiewn, Amphoe Hang Chat, 32 kms from the Chiang Mai Highway and offers elephant riding to the tourist.

To arrive at Lampang of Thailand, one could take regular buses from Chiang Mai or travel by train from either Bangkok or Chiang Mai. To get around in the city try there are tuk-tuks and samlors. While these can take you to any of the city and comes pretty cheap, taking a ride in the pony carriages is fun. Sine tried by most tourists the carriages are charged on an hourly basis and are much expensive than the usual transportation. However, they are a unique feature that is worth trying once.

As most people make a day trip to Lampang in Thailand, accommodation choices primarily include ordinary budget hotels that provide basic amenities and facilities. If you wish to enjoy a luxurious stay, book a hotel in the nearby Chiang Mai. There are lots of Hotels and resorts in Thailand (Thailand Hotels and Resorts) that lie close to the numerous tourist attractions in Thailand (Thailand Tourist Attractions)

Chiang Mai

Discovered by King Mangrai, the city of Chiang Mai is protected by moats and is a cauldron of historical monuments. Each of the monuments mark the changing course of the city’s seven hundred years of history. Generations after generations have treaded the narrow lanes that link the tranquil neighborhoods to the temples and the markets. This city lives on trading, but unlike Bangkok, it is famous for its brilliants artistic temples of historical origin.


One can venture the city delights either by walking or by car. The roads are classified in to highways and other roads that witness less traffic jams. You can enjoy the colorful market on Maninopharat Road at the Chang Phukat Gate or can explore the sacred mountains and the national park of Doi Suthep. The mountain is home to many animal and plant life. Apart from being the breeding ground for animals, it is also a sacred place.

Go Places:

The Foreign Cemetery-You can view a statue of Queen Victoria atop the home of some of the Chiang Mai’s notable Western residents. Don’t forget to see the largest mausoleum of a former British consul general. The custodian at the gates sell of some books that tells the tale of this historical Chiang Mai city.

Malls and Markets:

The Airport Plaza- The supermarket area of Chaing Mai is situated in the intersection of Mahidol and Hang Dong Rd. The market also has a basement food center, which claims to be the best of its kind in the city.

Kad Suan Kaew/ Crystal Park Market- The market spread over a substantial area of the Huay Kaew rd. is a major Thailand Tourist Attraction and constitutes a mega mall that witness a number of twenty somethings sauntering around. This is, undoubtedly is one among the best Chaing Mai Tourist Destinations of the city. The construction is sited along a small grassy park, housing the Pang Suan Kaew Lotus hotel, the Kad Theater, a conference center and restaurants.

Warorot and Lamyai Markets- This is a big market place situated between Kuang Ma and Praisani Roads. The two storied building constituting markets that sell fresh and dry food, clothing and other local products, is one of the busiest place in Chaing Mai and is considered as a local attraction . This is the typical business area of Chaing Mai. Walk through the skinny alleys of this market that smell of the exotic spices of Thailand.


Museums:

The World Insects Museum- The museum is the repertoire of all the kinds of insects that are found in Thailand. Take a look to learn some of the world’s minutest anatomies. Apart from this check out the other museums that are worth a visit. The postal Museum, Royal Thai Decorations and Coins Pavilion, Tribal Museum are some of the other Chiang Mai Tourist Destinations.

Mountains- Rent a personalized motor cycle from the Dirt Roads in to the hills and experience a single handed tour to the heights of adventure. You can also enjoy trekking with your friends to some of the famous hills of Chiang Mai.

Orchid Farms- Check out the flamboyant orchards, one of the best Chiang Mai Tourist Destinations, of The Mae Sa Valley, west of Chiang Mai, to discover some of the best orchids of the world.

Pattaya

Just two hours from Bangkok, Pattaya is Thailand’s oldest International Beach Resort. The place is a popular weekend destination for the tourists who visit Thailand. Beach is the main attraction of Pattaya. The azure sea meandered by the busy sandy beach pulls in most of the tourists.

If you are in Pattaya, don’t miss out the following:

The Sanctuary of Truth- The gigantic wooden construction is spread across one acre of land. The beautiful, 105 tall palace is the biggest of its kind in Thailand. It’s also a tribute to the craftsmanship of the Thailand. The theme of the palace is the Ancient Vision of Earth. Check out this beautiful wonder of Thailand in Pattaya that restore the History and Culture of Thailand.

Khao Pattaya View Point and Wat Khao Phra Bat- This is a small hill that views the panoramic view of the azure bay and the Pattaya City. The top of the hill is often visited to see the sacred Wat Kho Phra Bat temple, one of the local attractions. Established by the local villagers; the place also has a relic of the Lord Buddha’s Foot. The place is one of the major Pattaya Tourist Destinations

UnderWater World- Pattaya has earned its name for constructing one of the largest and most modern Aquariums in Asia. The underwater tunnel at the Under Water World takes you to the amazing world of colorful marine species. This place is one of the major local attractions of the tourist.

The Bottle Art Museum- The Museum is a restoration house for some of the extensive collection of intricately designed minuscule sculptures contained in glass bottle. This one of the major Pattaya Tourist Destinations

Ripley’s Believe it or Not – This unusual museum house a various collection of the findings of Mr. Ripley. The extraordinary objects placed in this museum can be categorized in to 250 items. The museum also has Motion Master Theatre equipped with fight stimulator technology.

Suan Chaloempharakiat (Fitness Park)- Boasting of the variety of Indigenous plants, a jogging path and a c variety of other fitness amenities , this place is just an ideal place to hang around in the evening.

Mini Siam – The whole country of Thailand has been reduced to this Mini Siam. The city contains the replicas of 80 sacred places and other important sites of Thailand.

Elephant Village - This village as the name suggests is the house of elephants. You can get the majestic elephant ride from this village.

Visit some of the other worth visiting places like, The Million Years Stone Park and Crocodile Farm, Siriporn Orchid Farm, Bhira International Circuit Race Course, Miniature Racetrack, Pattaya Water Park, Lake Water Ski, Bamrung Sailing and Paramotor Centre, Nong Nooch Tropical Garden and Cultural Village .Explore the beautiful Pattaya tourist Destinations in Thailand.

Phuket

With so much to see and do at this little paradise on earth, you will never be tired of ,. Phuket,Home to a string of most gorgeous beaches and amazingly beautiful islands, Phuket in Thailand is one of the most visited seaside destinations inAsia and one of the best tourist destianations in Thailand (Thailand Tourist Destinations). Whether you wish to cherish the enrapturing beauty of cerulean blue waters of the sea, take a long walk along the white sandy beaches or indulge in scuba diving and bungee jumping, Phuket is the place.


Holding a proud place on the international jet set map, Phuket at Thailand is visited by such a huge number of travelers from different parts of the world, that you can gets flight from almost anywhere. Some of the major cities from where you can get a direct flight to Phuket are Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Singapore, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne etc. Fly to Bangkok from any part of the world and catch a flight to Phuket The airport is just 40 minutes drive from the Phuket Town, Patong or the Kata beach. Besides airways, Phuket is also linked to different cities by rail and road. A drive from the beautiful Krabi islands or the shopping paradise Bankok is fascinating. While Krabi is an hour away, it takes 9 hours to reach Phuket from Bangkok.

The popular mode of public transportation in the city are Tuk Tuks, taxis, buses cars, bikes and rental Boats. But the best way to get around in this city is to get a car or a bike and move around on your own. There are taxi services and special limousine rides from the airport that can take to the hotel.


Though there is simply no dearth of beaches in Phuket, the most popular and the most visited are the Patong Beach, Karon Beach, Kata Beach and Kamala Beach. But the Rawai Beach, Bang Tao Beach, Nai Harn Beach, Nai Thon Beach Mai Khao Beach : Ya Nui Beach Kata Noi Beach Surin Beach and the Chalong Bay that are tucked away from the humdrums of the main city are also immensely beautiful.


Phuket of Thailand is a place that is full of gifts and surprises for the tourists. With vibrant night life, a long chain of restaurants and hotels, a horde of sports and activities and offcourse the strikingly beautiful beaches and islands, Phuket beckons every holidayer and honeymooner.

Beaches, islands, jungle, great natural scenery. Take a day off the beach and go sightseeing. Hire a car, or better still, take a tour and have everything done for you. Tours and cruises leave regularly to Phang Nga, Khaolak, Phi Phi and the outlying islands and normally include lunch, transfers and park entrance fees. Why not take a tour which includes an activity like sea canoeing, or snorkelling? Or try something different......bungy jumping, diving, game fishing.....

At night, choose from hundreds of restaurants, take in the Patong scene, check out the amazing Phuket Fantasea show......dancing, music bars, Thai boxing.....

Bangkok

Bangkok Tourist Destinations


Thailand, the land of white elephants is now more popular as an amazing tourist destination. The country is the melting pot of myriad culture and traditions, as different indigenous culture co-exist since its birth. Spread over an area of 514,000 square kilometers, this populous country is home to several distinct geographical regions. While the north of the country boats of the array of snow clad Fold Mountains, the central and the southern part is graced with some of the world famous rivers and islands.

Amongst the other cities of Thailand, Bangkok witnesses the fame of being one of the most sought after Thailand Tourist Destinations. The wealthiest and the most populous city of Thailand is the potpourri of all kinds of attractions. Be it shopping, hotels, sight seeing or the temples, Bangkok is really one of the ideal Thailand Tourist Destination.

Things to do in Bangkok and the Bangkok Tourist Destinations:

Shopping Forget about those boring shopping plazas, clad with fancy glitz and glamour. Explore the exclusive boat ride cruising through the floating bananas, pumpkins, and watermelons. Well if you are still confused, then find out yourself the unique floating market of Bangkok which witnesses the daily transactions on a water base. Expedite through the smaller canals that branched out from the main Chao Phraya River to meet the Damneon Saduak Floating Market and the Tailing Chan Floating Market. This is one of the most unique tourist destinations in Bangkok Thailand

Canal Trip Take a trip along the Khlong Bangkok Noi and Khlong Bang Yai, one of the famous Bangkok Tourist Destinations, to see the Royal Barges Museum, the Suwannaram Temple, and the Wat Sisudaram Temple. Freeze some of the unique features of Bangkok while you glide through the serpentine canals flanked by the local wonders.

Dining Satisfy your taste bud in some of the famous restaurants in the city that serve exclusive Thai preparations. Taste the exotic spices mixed with the home grown herbs and vegetables in Bangkok, which boasts of some of the best Restaurants and Bars in Thailand .

Temples Thailand is a land of temples. Being a Buddhist country, the people practice Buddhism in Thailand, though the country is a home to many Hindu believers as well. Learn more about the myths and beliefs of Thailand from the engraved sculptures on the body of the temples. See some of the mind blowing architectures that drop your jaw and makes your Holidays in Thailand worthwhile.

Waterways Wending its way to the city, the Chao Praya river witness hundreds of people commuting every day. Glide through the busy water ways and witness the fast river taxi whooshing by you in a jiffy. Strange and exciting, enjoying the water transportation system of Bangkok is simply the most unique venture amongst the other Thailand Tours.

Night Life In contrast to the pristine beaches and the peace loving populace of Thailand, the night life is a complete opposite world. The night clubs of Bangkok are at par with any other clubs of the world. The rowdy and the wild crowd in some of the bars and clubs of Bangkok is simply a contrary to Thailand’s image. If you are a hard core party animal, there is no need to miss your country. Enjoy the diverse night life of Bangkok which features some of the excellent music and good jazz clubs and is one among the other atypical Bangkok Tourist Destinations

Museums Explore the world famous museums which restore the land’s tradition, history and other interesting subjects, which are worth discovering.