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• Is The Church A Friend To Survivors Of Abuse? - by Brenda Hoffman
  After 6 years, I left an abusive relationship with an X partner (we were NOT married) in October 2004. He had verbally, emotionally, psychologically, and sexually abused me since the birth of my daughter in October 2001. He also had abused my daughte


• The Power Of Love - by Michael Bradley
  There is no doubt in my mind that the quality of love is the #1 quality that God would like to get worked into our souls and personalities. Even nonbelievers, atheists and agnostics can see the power of love and how it has the ability to change people


• Awaken! - by Maurice Perry
  The word "awake" has been heavy in my spirit the last few days. It isn't the natural awakening, or getting up in the morning that we are traditionally accustomed to. It's not the ending of our physical hibernation and unconsciousness that I'm referri


• Meditation: A Great Catholic Bonus - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  Is our primary objective in life to become like Jesus. Of course. How do we do it.


• Following God Or The Advertisers? - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  We live in a society which is today increasingly dominated by economic considerations. At national level, political factors, aims and objectives are frequently determined, or at least are severely modified by domestic or international economic forces.


• How To Pray - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  WHAT PRAYING IS NOT. Many people cease-up when they think of prayer, especially prayer that they have to make up themselves. Just reading what someone has written down in a book of prayer is one thing, but having to approach God with one's own w


• I Did It God's Way - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  Frank Sinatra made famous the song "I Did It My Way". It has become so famous that sometimes one even hears it played at funerals - even Christian funerals. It is as though people are so loose in their knowledge about what God wants of us that they s


• How Healers Can Prevent Healing - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  Do you have a tendency to shift the blame for things that seem to turn out wrong. Most of us do. The occurrance of nonhealing in the Christian ministry is no exception.


• Europe's Bitter Roots - by David Ben-Ariel
  As prophesied, there were four Gentile superpowers: Babylon, the Medes and Persians, Greco-Macedonian, and Rome (Dan. 2:31-45). THESE are the roots Europe would do well to research.


• The Great Mideast Commission - by David Ben-Ariel
  When the time had come for Jews to return to Zion, God stirred up the spirit of Cyrus and the Jews (Ezra 1:1,5). Not everyone was willing to leave Babylon, having settled in, but others inspired with a pioneer spirit were willing to go back home and c


• What You Do For Others Will Be Done Unto You! - by Robert Crawford III
  This is not a golden rule, but this is what the word says. What you make happen for others, the almighty will make happen for you. When I wake up each morning the very first thing I ask is what can I do for the father today and then I ask a second qu


• Replacement Theology Refuted! - by David Ben-Ariel
  The Bible clearly teaches that the Hebrew God chose Abraham, Isaac and Jacob for a special purpose to ultimately affect all humanity. God first revealed Himself to "the fathers" and promised to be their God and the God of their descendants. The r


• Three Ways To Get More Referrals - by Jay Conners
  When you are in the business of sales, among the many key ingredients to your success is receiving referrals from as many sources as possible. Wouldn’t it be nice if every morning you walked into your office and had a referral sitting there waitin


• 9 Fruits Of The Holy Spirit - by Michael Bradley
  As you will see I the Scripture verse I will give you in this article - there is one very special incredible verse that will tell you that God the Father wants to transmit 9 specific fruits of the Holy Spirit up into our personalities. The first t


• A Matter Of The End Being Nigh? - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  For years, decades even, we have been assailed by "prophets", conference speakers, writers and similar to the effect that "the end is nigh". In other words, that we are living in the end times, that is, the end end times. The Second Coming will be he


• Meeting Jesus In Meditation - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  There are many approaches to prayer. Not least because there are many different needs. But the greatest of all our needs is to get nearer to Jesus.


• Why People Are Not Healed - And How To Prevent It - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  Why are some people not healed when we pray with them. This is one of the most recurrent questions in the Christian healing ministry. Everyone who has prayed with others for their healing has experience the apparent lack of response to their pra


• Who Prays When You Pray? - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  When we pray, who does the praying. Almost any knowledgable Christian will give the same response to that question. In fact, it is a questions which separates the knowledgable from the less knowledgeable Christian.


• Who Lives Your Life? - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  We often hear people make remarks like "I live my life to the full" or "No one tells me what to do" and so forth. Those who make such remarks are either worldly people or people whose attitudes are dominated by the world. Following The World Thi


• Advertisers And Our Children - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  Some of the most important Christian principles which we try to pass on to and establish in our children are under threat of being very effectively destroyed by advertisers and their paid assistants, advertising agencies. The latter design, implement


• God's Revelation Through Nature - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  In the first chapter of his letter to the Romans (vv 18 - 20) Paul speaks powerfully of the way in which God has revealed himself to man. Paul argues that, since the beginning of creation, the power and divine nature of God have been clearly evident t


• Are They All Healed When You Pray? - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  Everyone in the healing ministry experiences failure when praying with others for healing. "Failure" in this connection is simply not seeing the healing happen that you prayed for. "Failure" in prayer is never absolute because God always recognises o


• Can Christians Be Capitalists? - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  For reasons of space, we have to be very concise in this article. (An extended contextual discussion can be found in "The Path To Freedom".


• Medjugore, Signs And Wonders - by Anthony Keith Whitehead
  An article by Francis Frangipane has recently gone into circulation. It is a very balanced and well constructed article. The main purpose was to argue the need to put the word of the Bible before signs and wonders and to see the latter in the context


• The Truth About Christmas - by Janice Wee
  Every year, as Christmas approaches, you hear Christmas carols everywhere. Sometimes to the point where another Silent Night would make you want to silent the sound system. Everyone is scrambling to buy Christmas gifts for everyone in a list tha


• Why Didn't I Think Of That? Jaw Dropping Ad Copy Secrets - by Daryl Campbell
  Congratulations, you've finally finished your ad copy. You've gotten feedback and it all looks good. Now do something to make your copy even better.


• What Did Jesus Really Say? - by John Penberthy
  Most people, even if they’re not Christians, acknowledge that an exceptional spiritual master named Jesus lived and died 2,000 years ago. The story of his life and teachings are chronicled in the four gospels of the New Testament and they have captiv


• Did You Inherit Your Religion? - by John Penberthy
  One Saturday morning I was sipping my coffee and reading the newspaper when the doorbell rang. This was an unusual occurrence as we lived in a somewhat isolated log cabin in the mountains outside Denver. At the door stood two attractive college-ag


• Finding True Happiness: Part One - by Maurice Perry
  1 Timothy 6:3 3 If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness; 4 He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strif


• Finding True Happiness: Part Two - Four Sources Of Divine Contentment - by Maurice Perry
  There are four sources from which we can experience true divine contentment. Contentment, as defined in part one, is a plateau of the Christian life that every believer must reach in order to be fulfilled spiritually, mentally and emotionally. That b


• Pope John Paul Ii (1920-2005) – A Study In Courage - by Ricardo Liong
  Pope John Paul II, the third longest reigning pontiff, served his 26th year as St. Peter’s successor and the head of the Catholic Church. The picture of the 84 year old pontiff, who could hardly stand, celebrating mass with drooping head and tremblin


• King Solomon's Mind - by Jerry Richard Boone
  "Don't you understand, everything in this life is meaningless," cautioned the old man. "Meaningless. Everything.


• A Safe Place To Fall - by Karen S. Parker
  Do you know the meaning of a safe place to fall. Parents are to give their children that place where no matter what they do or the mistakes they make, we love them unconditionally and give them “A SAFE PLACE TO FALL” Growing up I was taught that t


• On Finding Our Way - by Cory L. Kemp
  Maps are funny things. They are only good if you know how to use them. You have to know where you are, know what your destination is, and from that, apply your time frame to this representation of the larger reality into which you are about to e


• The Feeding Of The 12 Million - by Cory L. Kemp
  Perhaps you have heard of the famine in the Western regions of Africa. There has been some press, not a lot, as we here in the United States grapple with our own issues, particularly our involvement in Iraq. But a famine does exist, affecting se


• Church Service Family Style: How A 3 Year Old Preacher & A Beagle Made Our Sunday Unforgettable - by Duane Shinn
  One unforgettable Sunday our church had a three-year- old preacher, an organist who could play one song, an altercation involving the offering and a visiting beagle who knocked over the pulpit. It happened this way. Our family car was down at the


• Call For Anglo-israeli Alliance - by David Ben-Ariel
  The United States should recognize our Hebrew roots and biblical responsibilities, and band together with our Jewish brethren to FIGHT AND WIN THE WAR AGAINST THE NAZI-MUSLIMS. The Arab regimes only respect force, and with our attempt to be evenha


• Where's The Temple On The Temple Mount? - by David Ben-Ariel
  Something's missing. Rome is synonymous with the Vatican, Mecca with the Kaaba, and Jerusalem's known for its Western Wall. But WHY should we stand before the wall, letting it obstruct our vision, when we could be praying in a Temple.


• Loyalty Cards Systems – Beware, Some Should Be Avoided - by Jeff Walters
  Recently, I discussed a loyalty card system with a vendor who was selling quite a number of his systems to restaurants. I was shocked to discover the lack of detailed information that this vendor catered for, and the opportunities the system he provid


• Forum Perils For Customer Relationship Management - by Jeff Walters
  In my previous article (Using Forums To Improve Customer Relationship Management) I covered the learning/information aspect of forums, as well as how you can use forums to positively impact your lead generation efforts and customer relationship managem


• Loyalty Cards – Tips To Consider Before Committing To One - by Jeff Walters
  Loyalty marketing has been around for as long as retailing – attractive stores, good service, and a quality product line all contribute to building up a loyal customer base. With the growth of larger stores, a relatively new marketing component –


• Use Forums To Improve Customer Relationship Management - by Jeff Walters
  Forums are great for learning, sharing of ideas, and generally masterminding with peers, but give some thought to the impact they can have on your lead generation efforts, as well as on your customer relationship management activities. Joining an


• Best Autoresponder Service – Save Time And Money By Researching Before Buying - by Holly Mann
  If you’re planning to purchase an automatic email responder service or software program – that’s good news. That means you have customers or plan to have customers and you want to organize your client base and provide an easy means to answering emails


• How Much Is Your Popcorn Worth?: Powerful Lessons In Marketing And The Psychology Of Selling - Part 6 - by Ian Canaway
  Additional Lessons from Popcorn Marketing I'm assuming that the movie theatres have tested their price point and figured out what the highest price is that they can charge and get away with - the highest price the market will be willing to pay.


• How Much Is Your Popcorn Worth?: Powerful Lessons In Marketing And The Psychology Of Selling - Part 2 - by Ian Canaway
  Could buying popcorn in a theatre be a 'conditioned' response. Could it be that people are 'trained' to believe that movies and popcorn go 'hand in hand' - and that one without the other is. .


• How Much Is Your Popcorn Worth?: Powerful Lessons In Marketing And The Psychology Of Selling - Part 1 - by Ian Canaway
  In the following 'special report,' I will reveal some very powerful marketing strategies and psychological motivators that can easily help you make more profits from your business, no matter what business you're in. Be sure to read it thoroughly,


• Massage Marketing Made Easy : Marketing Plan For Therapists And Bodyworkers - by Elizabeth Fletcher Brown
  Marketing is actually very simple. It involves telling people what you do…. over and over and over.


• Money Making Real Estate Marketing Ideas - by Lanard Perry
  Real estate marketing is a lot simpler than most Realtors make it out to be. Some equate expensive products and services with quality. However, effective real estate marketing does not have to be expensive, complicated, or sophisticated.


• What Makes Your Online Ads Persuasive? - by Lil Waldner
  The first impression that the people get from your ad decides if they click or skip. This shows that writing really persuasive ads is not easy. Writing irrestisible internet ads needs some skills.


• Is Email Marketing Still An Effective Option For Network Marketing? - by Rich Niccolls
  With email filters, blockers, and simply tons of unsolicited email, is email marketing still a viable option to build and grow your network marketing business. The answer to this question, in my opinion is "Yes, but. " Let's deal with the "Yes" fi


• Qualifying Vs. Closing The Sale - by Teri Samuels
  The Art of effective question asking (qualifying) determines the effectiveness and the success of the "close". EXAMPLE: Let's assume you're a candy sales rep. You sell both chocolate and non-chocolate candy.


• Why Do You Need To Be In The Serps? - by Scott Hendison
  Why does your business need to be in the Search Engine Results Pages (SERPS). Search Engine Optimization and Search Engine Marketing both have the same goal, which is to help visitors find your website. Ten years ago there was probably nobody se


• Marketing With Rss And Blogging Technologies - by Mark Vandorone
  The Rise of RSS and the Blog in Marketing Factors such as newer restrictions placed on email marketing, failed email marketing campaigns, including ISP blocking which included over 40% of email being marked as unread, trashed or returned, have mot


• Any Pr Is Good Pr - by Dan Brown
  Press releases are one of the most cost-effective ways to get promotion for your online business. Many entrepreneurs ignore this type of promotion because they don't know how to write a press release. It's important to promote your online business wi


• Write Right - by Brian Grinonneau
  The rich and colorful descriptors flowing from your deft digits on a seasoned keyboard will tantalize and transform your rapt audience. What. .


• Why Mobile Sms Text Marketing Not Email Marketing? - by Vijay Shukla
  Why Mobile SMS Text Marketing not Email Marketing. With over 1. 8 billion mobile connections globally, mobile marketing has now become an extremely effective tool to marketers for promoting their brands in multiple ways.


• Media Training 101 -- The Secrets Of Writing A Good Press Release - by Sandra Stammberger
  Does the thought of trying to get publicity for your business seem like something that you can't do yourself, and would have to hire a professional for. Do you think that writing a press release is totally outside your ability to do. Does the thought


• 12 Reasons Why You Need A Blog - by Dr.Mani Sivasubramanian
  "Why Should I Blog. I Simply Don't Get It" This post on a popular discussion forum set me thinking - and I came up with 12 reasons you should blog. Read them and get started on your blog.


• Internet Provides Wealth Of Information On Car Maintenance - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - A thorough check of your vehicle's major systems is a good idea before the snow flies, and checking your tires, brakes and battery is a good start. But if you're like many drivers, you may not know enough to recognize a problem when you see on


• Hard Economic Times, Expensive Gas & Oil Prices -- No Problem - by ARA Content
  Scooters Offer A New Inexpensive, Ecologically Friendly Way to Travel (ARA) - People of all ages are zipping around towns and cities on scooters these days. Back in the early 1960's, scooters were considered merely a toy for boys to get around the


• Tire Retreads Save Money And Resources For Many Industries - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - Retreaded truck tires represent a savings of more than $2 billion annually for truckers and trucking companies in North America. For most fleets, tires represent the third largest item in their operating budget, right after labor and fuel


• Fall Into A Great Routine For Car Maintenance - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - Fall is already here and in a short time, winter will be upon us. As you gear up for the colder temperatures, now is a good time to take preventive measures to care for your vehicle. Maintain Your Car's Value and Appearance Accordin


• Retreads: The Highest And Best Use For A Worn Tire - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - Although they may look round and black, retreaded tires are one of the greenest, environmentally friendly products a fleet can buy. Retreaded tires have one of the highest post-consumer contents of all recycled products, and are responsible fo


• Think Your Car Is Safe From Thieves? Think Again - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - Every time you park your car, you're taking a risk. Just ask David J. of Stanford, Conn.


• Steps To Buying A Used Car With Confidence - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - Industry statistics show that almost three times as many people buy used cars as buy new. To help consumers make informed decisions in the process, the experts at CarMax, America's leading used car retailer, have put together a basic list


• The Rules Of The Road - by Kevin Schappell
  With road rage being so common these days, we should all take a step back and review a few rules of the road. While not taught in most driver education classes or state driver's manuals, these rules will help you be a better driver. The


• Finding The Perfect Car For You - by Kevin Schappell
  Your car may be the second largest purchase you make in your lifetime. You must take your time and not let it become an impulse decision. Before you go out browsing dealer lots consider the following: How will I use my new car, truck or


• If You Drive - Consider A Greener Fuel As Smog Season Begins - by News Canada
  (NC)-As the first smog alert warnings of the season approach, Canadians are being urged to use ethanol-blended fuel to alleviate the urban smog problems plaguing many parts of the country. Many regions such Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and most parts


• Ethanol-blended Gasoline A Proven Smog Fighter - by News Canada
  (NC)-As Canadians prepare to make their regular treks to cottage country and make plans for summer vacations the Canadian Renewable Fuels Association (CRFA) is urging motorists to use ethanol-blended fuels when filling up their vehicle. Air qualit


• Ethanol Fights Smog: Crfa - by News Canada
  (NC)-As the first smog alert warnings of the season approach, Canadians are being urged to use ethanol-blended fuel to alleviate the urban smog problems plaguing many parts of the country. Many regions such Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and most parts


• Consumers Urged To Use Greener Fuels As Smog Season Approaches - by News Canada
  (NC)-As the first smog alert warnings of the season approach, Canadians are being urged to use ethanol-blended fuel to alleviate the urban smog problems plaguing many parts of the country. Many regions have experienced a significant increase in the nu


• Explore Less-traveled Paths In Camping Comfort - by ARA Content
  Innovations provide the power to enjoy RV amenities miles beyond the last electrical hookup. (ARA) - If you've already experienced the serenity and fun of camping with your towable recreational vehicle (RV), you know the freedom of getting away.


• Tunes To Go: Music From Your Computer To Your Car - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - The digital audio revolution is in full swing as music lovers worldwide are using their computers as high-tech jukeboxes. But you're not just limited to listening to songs on your PC while you check your e-mail. It's easier than ever to


• Taking The Guesswork Out Of Finding A Good Auto Technician - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - Finding a competent auto technician need not be a matter of chance. Much of the guesswork has been eliminated, thanks to the national program conducted by the non-profit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). ASE test


• The Top 10 Rules Of High-mileage Car Maintenance - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - Americans are keeping their vehicles longer and driving farther than ever before. Today, the average age of vehicles on the road is greater than nine years and more than 68 percent of vehicles have more than 75,000 miles. As a vehicle's


• Drivers Of Suvs Saving Big Money With Diesel Engines - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - Half of all American vacationers on the road this year are driving gas guzzling SUVs and pickup trucks, according to a new survey on driving habits from research firm MarketFacts. These bigger vehicles burn high amounts of fuel, which not only


• So You're Shopping For A Car - by ARA Content
  Whether you buy or lease, save money on the deal with tips from IHateFinancialPlanning. com (ARA) - For many Americans, a car is the second largest purchase they make.


• Auto Accident Insurance Claim Personal Injury Insights - by Dan Baldyga
  There’s nothing that has a greater impact on evaluating a personal injury insurance claim than the damage done to your body, the medical bills that are a direct result of that injury and the “pain and suffering” you were forced to deal with. Besi


• Insurance Adjusters How They Work And How They Think - by Dan Baldyga
  Here comes the insurance adjuster. Is he overly friendly. If so, watch out.


• How To Negotiate A Settlement With An Insurance Claims Adjuster - by Dan Baldyga
  You and I. M. Strong, the adjuster from Granite Mountain Insurance, are sitting at your kitchen table in an attempt to settle your motor vehicle accident claim.


• Your Insurance Claim - Medical Insights And Expenses - by Dan Baldyga
  There’s nothing that has a greater impact on evaluating a personal injury insurance claim than the damage done to your body, the medical bills that are a direct result of that injury and the “pain and suffering” you were forced to deal with. Besi


• Do You Know What Your Body Shop Business Is Worth? - by Willard Michlin
  Many smaller body shop owners have asked, “How do I appraise my body shop. ” In the last month I have been asked to do two appraisals on body shops. The first appraisal was to assist in partnership dissolution; the second appraisal was for marriage d


• Dealing With Henry Hard-nose ~ The Tyypical Insurance Adjuster - by Dan Baldyga
  Most adjusters function like Henry Hard-Nose of Rock Solid Insurance Corporation. They’re thick skinned and difficult to deal with. Below is a typical verbal exchange a month or so after you and Hard-Nose had last met in an attempt to settle.


• Marketing A New Or Small Business On A Budget - by John Sheridan
  There are almost as many opinions and views on marketing as there are companies to market. The big names and multinationals will have an extraordinary amount of funding set aside in which to convey their marketing message to the masses. The proc


• How To Make Affiliate Sales In 15 Minutes - by Dan Farrell
  If you are one of the 98. 6% of affiliate members that never make one cent from affiliate sales or make small $5. 00, $10.


• Subliminal Persuasion - by Steve Gillman
  Subliminal persuasion. It is simply influencing people at a level below their conscious recognition. Many people don't even realize they are being influenced by a smile, making even that a subliminal technique.


• Competitor Analysis - How Writing Rubbish Can Give You An Edge - by Tom O'Brien
  The Gobbledygook Competitor Analysis Tip When typing c*ap can tell you a lot about your competition… One of the great things about Adwords is it allows you to test so many different things ever so quickly. It is a very useful tool but if it we


• Promotional Products Don’t Work, Unless You Do This... - by Cindy Carrera
  Promoting your business is hard work. You have the aching head and feet to prove it. And if you're like most business owners, you're tired tired tired of purchasing promotional products that get little to no results.


• Top 10 Rules For Small Business Success - by Brian Grinonneau
  1. Target You are not all things to all people. Decide on your niche--narrow your focus and broaden your appeal.


• Effective Or Irritating: The Use Of Pop Windows In Internet Marketing - by Bibi Liew
  A few years ago, pop-up windows were all the rage in Internet marketing. It seemed that every time one opened a web page they would be bombarded with offers for this or that. It had gotten to the point where surfing the Internet was almost like playi


• Religion And Online Marketing – The 21st Century Pulpit - by Steve Blom
  While many industries are just getting up to speed in the world of internet marketing people like Rodney Sampson, founder of the World Christian Times, is running, not walking, down the path of real time internet promotions. Recently Mr. Sampson star


• Adwords: Setting Your Max Cost Per Click - by Chris Burgess
  We've received many emails from customers over the past several years asking how high we recommend setting AdWords' max cost per click. Generally, we recommend that our customers set the price somewhere moderately high, between the "base" rate and the


• Adwords Campaign Set Up Tips - Part Two - by Chris Burgess
  Ready for more tips on how to make your AdWords campaign work more effectively for your business. Start with a Modest Budget Just as you should start with a smaller geographical region, start with a modest campaign budget. Spend a few days or


• Adwords Campaign Set Up Tips - by Chris Burgess
  It's easy to overlook the basics of a strong AdWords campaign. Without them though, your AdWords campaign can be doomed from the very start. Follow these tips and you can be sure that your campaign will have a strong foundation for both short term an


• Adwords Campaign Set Up Advanced Tips - by Chris Burgess
  Make Your Ads Different Your completed AdWords ads are going to run right along side everyone else's. You need to use words that will make yours stand out. Again, here is where you need to look at your competitors ads to see what they are saying.


• Adwords Ads: To Syndicate Or Not To Syndicate - by Chris Burgess
  When running ads on the AdWords network, one of the first decisions you will need to make is on which network or networks your ads will run. You can run your ads on either the Google "search network" (Google, Earthlink, AOL, AskJeeves, etc), the Googl


• Creating Event Magic Through Planned Video Production - by Marie-Claire Ross
  Once upon a time, there was a young, stressed out corporate events planner called Tanya. She was organising a large-scale event for her firm’s biggest client. In the midst of organising the guest list, Tanya's boss told her that the client had r


• Trade Show Videos Need To Be Planned - by Marie-Claire Ross
  At a recent Austech 2005 Expo, it was noticeable that many of the 500 manufacturers who were selling machines, equipment and systems had pre-planned their exhibition marketing. Around 40% of the exhibitors had a trade show video running. It was


• Website Promotion Secret: How To Explode Your Website Sales - by I-key Benney, CEO
  The secrets on how to send a floodgate of traffics to your website and explode your sales. Why do hundreds of millions of people from all over the world have websites today which are not making any money for them. They have tried many differe


• Get No-cost Publicity With Audience Hot Buttons - by Kevin Nunley
  Media is constantly giving away free publicity. Every time you see a business mentioned in your local newspaper, or on TV news, or in an ezine, you can bet their sales jump. Media editors almost never give free publicity just because they want yo


• Limited Time Only (shh! It's A Secret) - by Karon Thackston
  Under normal circumstances, you'd shout it from the rooftops. After all, when you have something urgent to say, you want others to know about it, right. But when it comes to “limited time only” offers, lately I've noticed a disturbing trend.


• A Business In One Sentence - by Catherine Franz
  Marketing expert and author, Geoffrey Moore, has a useful fill-in-the-blank method for creating a theme and positioning statement for your business. I prefer to use his same system for creating clarity for myself in what I'm selling, creating an elev


• Chicago Real Estate: Is It Overheating? - by Nick Anderson
  Chicago real estate is one of the greatest success stories of the recent boom in property prices. With low, low mortgage rates for Chicago home (http://www. bestchicagomortgage.


• Creative Ideas To Profit With Autoresponders - by Zamri Nanyan
  An interested visitor who has been strolling through your site has finally come to just what she is looking for and is about to make a purchase. It's a sunny afternoon, and her cat, who happens to be sitting on the moss under the visitor's large fifty


• Web Site Traffic Strategy To Get Targeted Visitors And Convert Them Into Loyal Customers - by Nickolay Bokhonok
  Targeted web site traffic is crucial for every web site. But there are many web sites, and all they are different. Is it possible to make a universal plan of actions for getting targeted web site traffic to any type of web site.


• How To Know If Direct Mail Will Work For Your Business - by Joe Farinaccio
  Here's a great lesson that applies to direct mail. Ready. Some people say one thing and do the opposite.


• How To Make Your Market Throw Their Money At You! - by Stephen Pierce
  The use of free, relevant and meaningful content can single handedly grow your business into seven figures while making you the star of the lives of thousands of raving fans (customers and clients). Using free content is not a new concept. Howeve


• The Cumulative Effect Of Marketing And Advertising - by Abe Cherian
  One of the most difficult for people to get used to is the fact that they do not get any return on their advertising dollar. When you start testing advertising and marketing done the emotional response way, you'll have to decide whether adve


• Fax Advertising : Hitting Your Target Immediately - by Chris Bradley
  In the business of marketing and advertising, it used to be that companies that wanted to get the word out quickly to key customers on a new development would rely on email with follow-up phone calls. But with the new technologies available in fax bro


• Develop A Foundation Second To None - by J.P. Riley
  Looking to start a new business. Starting a new business can be a complex, exciting time. There are many aspects to explore.


• Put The Selling Power Of Testimonials To Work To Increase Your Sales & Profits! - by Thom Reece
  Among the variety of techniques available to you as a marketer, there is one that is virtually guaranteed to increase your business. . .


• How You Can Create Advertising That Sells! - by Thom Reece
  Businesses spend too many dollars, however, on ads that simply will not result in increased sales and profits. These ads are poorly conceived, poorly written, poorly designed, poorly targeted, and poorly placed. Sounds like a poor way to do busin


• The Shocking 100 Million Dollars Secret Marketing Book That Few People Know About - by I-key Benney, Ceo
  Why Your Website Is Not Making Money And How To Turn It Around: Learn This Unique Nitty Gritty, High Octane Marketing “Secret” From A Little Known Guy Who Made 100 Million Dollars In 2 Yrs By The Age Of 28…. Send a floodgate of traffics to your we


• Get The Most Out Of Your Current Customer - by Jay Conners
  The customers you already have could be your biggest lead source, and you may not even realize it. Think about it this way, every customer you have, most likely has brothers, sisters, parents, cousins, and friends, so why not tap into it. Her


• Evaluating Your Customer - by Jay Conners
  It is one thing to make a sales presentation, but it is another thing to make a sales presentation without first evaluating your customer. For all you know, you could be selling your customer something that they already have, or something they don’t w


• What Not To Do With Your Leads - by Jay Conners
  Anyone that works in sales knows just how important it is to have lead sources to keep your pipeline filled. But it is not only how we obtain the leads that is important, it’s what we do with them once we get them. One of the most critical mistak


• Keep Sales Simple - by Jay Conners
  For those of us working in the exciting world of sales, we are all too familiar with the pressures of meeting our daily, weekly, monthly, or quarterly goals. This pressure can sometimes cause us to loose focus on the simple things that made us succes


• 10 Things To Know Before Hiring A Freelance Programmer - by Robert Plank
  To avoid the same mistakes I see marketers making over and over again, there are a few things you need to know before you hire that eLance, Scriptlance, or RentACoder software developer. Law 1: Your software needs to be created in small steps.


• 4 Reasons Why Having Your Own Product Is Essential For Serious Marketers - by Paul Kleinmeulman
  I know what you’re thinking, "Why is having your own product essential. " Quite simple really, without your own product you will never market to your full potential. We all want to make as much money as possible.


• Corporate Branding – Don’t Forget Your Cds! - by Adam Platzer
  Companies have been branding their collateral materials such as letterhead, envelopes, business cards, etc. for years. In fact, we often identify a company by its familiar logo or special color scheme.


• Marketing, Lead Generation, And Research: A 3-in-1 Solution. - by Jay Gilmore
  I Hate Cold Calls Long before I started my business, I realized that I wasn't good at telephone sales and that I would need to generate leads in another way. I developed a sure-fire way to generate those leads, interest in me, and my business, thr


• Probe Before You Sell - by Jay Conners
  When selling a product to a customer, it is very important to find out as much as you can about your customer and their needs before you proceed with your sale. This is commonly referred to as “needs based selling. ” The most effective way to


• Ask For The Business - by Jay Conners
  3 Ways To Overcome pricing Challenges How many times have you had a customer say to you; I’ve been shopping around and XYZ mortgage company can get me a better rate and won’t charge me any points. Well . .


• Emotional Marketing - Stimulate Your Prospects Into Buying - by Abe Cherian
  The secret is creating low cost advertising that compels customers to come to you. Using a simple system of direct mail letters, postcards, email and low cost newspaper ads, as well as cable TV and radio - all of which can get qualified customers to c


• Managerial Malpractice Claims On The Rise - by ARA Content
  Protect Your Assets and Executives with D&O Insurance (ARA) - When disgruntled shareholders, employees, customers or competitors allege financial mismanagement, discrimination or other wrongful acts, blame often lands at the feet of corporate dire


• Thinking About Early Retirement? 10-minute Quiz Determines Your Readiness - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - If you've delayed planning for retirement because it makes you feel a) old or b) financially inept, think again. With a little foresight, you could be out there enjoying life like other people -- maybe even before you reach the so-called "reti


• No Business Is Safe From Environmental Disaster - by ARA Content
  Protect Your Assets and Future with Pollution Liability Insurance (ARA) - Fears that the environment will suffer under the Republican administration are misplaced, say the world's leading pollution liability experts. Thanks to privatization and t


• Want To Loosen Uncle Sam's Grip On Your Wallet? - by ARA Content
  Talking About Money With Jim Larranaga (ARA) - The average person pays more than $6,000 in federal income tax, according to the Congressional Budget Office. If you cringe at sending a big chunk of change like that to Uncle Sam, you may be look


• Minimize Your Office And Equipment Start-up Costs - by Maria Stefanova
  When you set up your office area you have to consider clients, suppliers, family, neighbors and yourself. The balance is easy to achieve when you keep in mind the double function your home has from now on: a home and an office. Below I outline the ba


• Tax Information For Small Businesses - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - The IRS publishes a lot of tax information to help small business owners and there are many ways to get it. You can always visit an IRS office to pick up copies of IRS forms and publications, although the IRS continues to make it easier for yo


• Happy Employees Are More Productive Employees - by ARA Content
  Small workplace-enhancing changes can reap big rewards (ARA) - It's not surprising that employees cite compensation as the number one factor that makes them professionally satisfied these days. What is surprising is that the comfort and aesthe


• Does Your Customer Talk Back To You? - by Cheryline Lawson
  What is your customer saying about you. Do you really know. Does your customer really know who you are.


• Ethics? How To Take The Measure Business - by Patty Baldwin
  When asked to write a small piece pertaining to ethics and integrity in the business world, my first inclination was to draw on personal experience. Everyone has bad experiences to relate. We deal with a business, determine that we were treate


• 9 Tips On Creating A Professional Emailed Job Application - by Angela Wu
  With the advent of the Internet, many of us have the opportunity to apply for work through email. However, just because this is the Internet and email is so fast and convenient, that does NOT mean you should give up professionalism and polish.


• A Remedial Course In Investing - by ARA Content
  Or, How We Discovered the Real Y2K By Carol Clark (ARA) - Was it really just a year ago that we were all running around trying to prevent computers from coming to a grinding halt on the first of January, and speculating about civil unrest and t


• Recession-proofing Employee Motivation - by Dr. Douglas Waldo c/o ARA Content
  (ARA) - As we hear more predictions of an economy showing signs of weakening, managers around the country are asking a couple of key questions: Are we prepared for a recession reminiscent of the early 1990s. Did we learn enough from experiences nearly


• Financial Tips For Trying Times - by ARA Content
  IHateFinancialPlanning. com offers advice on managing your money (ARA) - When life gets unpredictable, there's one thing Americans always want to hang onto: their money. During times of national uncertainty, it's only natural to want to hunk


• Controlling Costs Key To Running A Business - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - With more and more small businesses and dot. coms going bankrupt these days, businesses are developing new strategies to stay in the game and obtain a profit at the same time. More than ever, not enough emphasis is being placed on controlling


• Glide Into Tax Season With Solid Financial Planning - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - With good planning, you can start the year off right by making sure you and your family are financially fit and ready for the new year, and possibly reduce your tax bill. Here is a financial checklist to consider: Tap into the Power of Ta


• Retirement: Why Quit For Good, When You Can Quit For The Better? - by ARA Content
  Talking About Money With Jim Larranaga (ARA) - Only one quarter of Americans age 35 and older have amassed $100,000 or more for retirement, according to the Employee Benefit Research Institute's 2000 Retirement Confidence Survey. What's more,


• Financial Planning For The Mtv Generation - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - So, you were born between 1965 and 1978. Are you tired of the Generation X label and being portrayed by the media as a cynical, Xtreme sports-loving, body-piercing slacker. If you're one of the 76 million Americans that are considered to be "


• 10 Mind Blowing Ways To Increase Your Sales - by Larry Dotson
  1. Show your prospects how much enthusiasm you have for your product and business. If you're convincing enough, they will be enthusiastic too.


• Direct Deposit Brings Reliability, Safety And Convenience To Banking - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - Have you ever rushed to the bank to deposit your paycheck before the cutoff time. Have you ever played "beat the bank" -- writing checks before making a deposit. Have you ever made a trip to the bank just to deposit your paycheck.


• Slam The Door On Debt - by ARA Content
  IHateFinancialPlanning. com offers ten tips to help you get out and stay out (ARA) - According to American Consumer Credit Counseling, Inc.


• Branding Your Business - by Elena Fawkner
  If you think only big corporate names need to think about things like brand names, think again. Your brand says a lot about you and your business, and that's as true for a one person home-based operation as it is for a multinational conglomerate. In


• 10 Ways To Gain An Avalanche Of Sales - by Larry Dotson
  1. Utilize holidays to increase your visitors or sales. You could give away free electronic greeting cards, hold discounts, send customers holiday cards, etc.


• 10 Amplifying Ways To Turn Up Your Sales Volume - by Larry Dotson
  1. Make your potential customers forget about the competition. Just tell them to forget with a factual and believable reason why they should.


• Successful Dot-com Offers Strategies For Success - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - Lost amidst billions of dollars in squandered venture capital funding and endless reports from network anchors about the macabre state of e-commerce lies a seemingly overlooked fact: Not all of today's dot-coms use red ink in the accounting led


• Why Your Mutual Fund Doesn't Return As Much As You Think - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - As tax time nears, many mutual fund investors are starting to wince. While most mutual funds' returns were down last year, their tax bill remains high. After years under-performing the S&P 500, the average US stock mutual fund finally bea


• 10 Scorching Ways To Heat Up Your Sales - by Larry Dotson
  1. Email each visitor a satisfaction questionnaire after they purchase. This will allow you to improve your order system, customer service, site, etc.


• Why Am I Afraid To Sell? - by Elena Fawkner
  Relationship marketing. It's the backbone of a successful online business. Fail to forge online relationships and your business will suffer.


• The Dismal Mind - Economics As A Pretension To Science - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  It is impossible to describe any human action if one does not refer to the meaning the actor sees in the stimulus as well as in the end his response is aiming at. Ludwig von Mises I. INTRODUCTION Storytelling has been with us since


• Small Businesses - Big Obstacles - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Everyone is talking about small businesses. In 1993, when it was allowed, more than 90,000 new firms were registered by individuals. Now, less than three years later, official figures show that only 40,000 of them still pay their dues and present ann


• Why Is The Macedonian Stock Exchange Unsuccessful? - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  The Macedonian Stock Exchange (MSE) is not operating successfully. True, some of the parameters which we use to measure the success of a stock exchange have lately improved in the MSE. For instance, the monthly money volume has increased together wit


• The Good, The Bad And The Ugly: Employee And Management Owned Firms - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Margaret Thatcher started a world trend during her tenure as Prime Minister is Downing Street. It is called: Privatization. It consisted of the transfer of control of a state-owned enterprise to the Private Sector.


• God's Diplomacy - International Trade And The Macedonian Economy - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  A British politician, Richard Cobden once (1857) wrote: "Free Trade is God's diplomacy and there is no other certain way of uniting people in the bonds of peace" International, free trade is particularly important to developing, poor, count


• Infrastructure And Prosperity - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  In the past, if you mentioned the word "infrastructure", the verbal reflex would be: "physical". Infrastructure was roads, telephone lines, ports, airports and other very tangible country spanning things. Many things were added to this category as ti


• The Sickly State Of Public Hospitals - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  There are many types of hospitals but the most well known are the Public Hospitals. What sets them apart is that they provide services to the indigent (people without means) and to minorities. Historically, public hospitals started as correction


• To Tax Or Not To Tax - This Is The Question - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  To tax or not to tax - this question could have never been asked twenty years ago. Historically, income tax is a novel invention. Still, it became so widespread and so socially accepted that no one dared challenge it seriously.


• The Greatest Stedilnica Crisis In History - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  A crisis the size of the TAT crisis, is, inevitably, political. It involves thousands of citizens, many decision makers from every walk of life and the very economic and financial fabric of the country. But, the TAT crisis pales in comparison wi


• The Typology Of Financial Scandals - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Tulipmania - this is the name coined for the first pyramid investment scheme in history. In 1634, tulip bulbs were traded in a special exchange in Amsterdam. People used these bulbs as means of exchange and value store.


• "bankers' Banks"- The Role Of Central Banks In Banking Crises - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Central banks are relatively new inventions. An American President (Andrew Jackson) even cancelled its country's central bank in the nineteenth century because he did not think that it was very important. But things have changed since.


• Should The Government Compensate The Clients Of Tat? - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  This, of course, is a political decision. There is no "right" thing to do. Even the IMF imperatives are not sacred.


• Battling Society's Cancer: Unemployment - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  The official figures are staggering: 35% of the workforce - about 280,000 people - are unemployed and looking for a job. Each 1. 43 employee support 1 unemployed person.


• The Ifs And Vats Of Taxation In Macedonia - Should Vat Be Applied In Macedonia? - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  To be justified, taxes should satisfy a few conditions: Above all, they should encourage economic activity by providing incentives to save and to invest. Savings - transformed into investments- enhance productivity and growth of the economy as a


• Public Procurement And Very Private Benefits - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  In every national budget, there is a part called "Public Procurement". This is the portion of the budget allocated to purchasing services and goods for the various ministries, authorities and other arms of the executive branch. It was the famous mana


• What Could Macedonia Learn From A Tiger? The Asian Tigers And The Phenomenon Of Uninterrupted Economic Growth - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  The first reaction of economies in transition is a sharp decline in their production, mainly in industrial production. In the countries which attained independence with the demise of the British Empire (where the sun never set) - industrial production


• Going Bankrupt In The World - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  It all starts by defaulting on an obligation: Money owed to creditors or to suppliers is not paid on time, interest payments due on bank loans or on corporate bonds issued to the public are withheld. It may be a temporary problem - or a permanent one.


• An Evaluation Of The Devaluation - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  A Minister of Finance is morally right to lie about a forthcoming devaluation and a woman has the right to lie about her age. This is the common wisdom. Rumours about a devaluation of the Macedonian Denar versus the major currencies were in the


• How Do Other Countries Devalue Their Currencies? - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Countries devalue their currencies only when they have no other way to correct past economic mistakes - whether their own or mistakes committed by their predecessors. The ills of a devaluation are still at least equal to its advantages. T


• The Demise Of The Dinosaur Ptts - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Telecommunications is the most important physical infrastructure in the modern world. It is more important than roads because it can replace them. It is more important than office buildings because it allows for the formation of virtual offices.


• The Professions Of The Future - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Predicting the future is a tricky business. There have been countless ridiculous failures at identifying the trends and products which will determine the future shape of our life and our environment. Even more difficult is trying to guess which of us


• Hedging Foreign Exchange Risks - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  The exchange rate of the Macedonian Denar against the major hard currencies of the world has remained stable in the last few years. Because of the IMF restrictions, the local Narodna (Central) Bank does not print money and there are no physical Denars


• The Delicate Art Of Balancing The Budget - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Government budgets represent between 25% and 50% of he Gross Domestic Product (GDP), depending on the country. The members of the European Union (Germany, France) and the Scandinavian countries represent the apex of this encroachment upon the national


• History Of Previous European Currency Unions - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  The Euro feels like a novelty - but it is not. It was preceded by quite a few Monetary Unions in Europe and outside it. To start with, countries such as the USA and the USSR are (or were in the latter's case) monetary unions.


• Competition Laws - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  A. THE PHILOSOPHY OF COMPETITION The aims of competition (anti-trust) laws are to ensure that consumers pay the lowest possible price (=the most efficient price) coupled with the highest quality of the goods and services which they consume. Thi


• Workaholism, Leisure And Pleasure - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  The official working week is being reduced to 35 hours a week. In most countries in the world, it is limited to 45 hours a week. The trend during the last century seems to be unequivocal: less work, more play.


• Making Your Workers Your Partners - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  There is an inherent conflict between owners and managers of companies. The former want, for instance, to minimize costs - the latter to draw huge salaries as long as they are in power (who knows what will transpire tomorrow). For companies traded in


• The Value Of Stocks Of A Company - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  The debate rages all over Eastern and Central Europe, in countries in transition as well as in Western Europe. It raged in Britain during the 80s: Is privatization really the robbery in disguise of state assets by a select few, cronies of the politica


• Liquidity Or Liquidation - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Large parts of the world today suffer from a severe liquidity crisis. The famed globalization of the capital markets seems to confine itself, ever more, to the richer parts, the more liquid exchanges, the more affluent geopolitical neighbourhoods. Th


• To Grow Out Of Unemployment - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  There is a connection between economic growth and unemployment. There is a connection between growth and inflation. Therefore, commonsense (and financial theory) goes, there must be a connection between inflation and unemployment.


• The Blessings Of The Black Economy - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Some call it the "unofficial" or "informal" economy, others call it the "grey economy" but the old name fits it best: the "black economy". In the USA "black" means "profitable, healthy" and this is what the black economy is. Macedonia should count it


• The Inferno Of The Finance Director - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Sometimes, I harbour a suspicion that Dante was a Financial Director. His famous work, "The Inferno", is such an accurate description of the job that it cannot be otherwise. He is fervently hated by the workers.


• Website Startup Guide - Mix And Match Your Advertising Offerings - by Ramon Sanchez
  There are literally thousands of people out there right now who want to start their own online business. The problem is where to begin and how to get started. Oh sure, they know they can buy a domain and a web hosting account...


• 3:10 To Yuma...lessons Learned - by Clinton Douglas IV
  Before we begin, let's start with a quote from one of my favorite people. "I do not think there is any other quality so essential to success of any kind as the quality of perseverance. It overcomes almost everything, even nature.


• Invasion Of The Amazons - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  The last few months have witnessed a bloodbath in tech stocks coupled with a frantic re-definition of the web and of every player in it (as far as content is concerned). This effort is three pronged: Some companies are gambling on content


• The Disintermediation Of Content - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Are content brokers - publishers, distributors, and record companies - a thing of the past. In one word: disintermediation. The gradual removal of layers of content brokering and intermediation - mainly in manufacturing marketing - is the


• Deja Googled - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
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• E(merging) Books - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  A novel re-definition through experimentation of the classical format of the book is emerging. Consider the now defunct BookTailor. It used to sell its book customization software mainly to travel agents - but this technology is likely to conque


• The Idea Of Reference - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
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• Maps Of Cyberspace - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  "Cyberspace. A consensual hallucination experienced daily by billions of legitimate operators, in every nation, by children being taught mathematical concepts. .


• Jamaican Overdrive - Lcd's In Ldc's - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  OverDrive - an e-commerce, software conversion and e-publishing applications leader - has just expanded an e-book technology centre by adding 200 e-book editors. This happened in Montego Bay, Jamaica - one of the less privileged spots on earth. The c


• An Embarrassment Of Riches - Part I - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
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• An Embarrassment Of Riches - Part Ii - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
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• The Fall And Fall Of The P-zine - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  


• The Internet And The Library - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  "In this digital age, the custodians of published works are at the center of a global copyright controversy that casts them as villains simply for doing their job: letting people borrow books for free. " (ZDNet quoted by "Publisher's Lunch on July


• Revolt Of The Scholars - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
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• The Affair Of The Vanishing Content - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
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• Learn To Spot A Phishing Scam - by Shanna Riley
  Falling prey to a phishing scam is a scary thought; no one wants their identity stolen. How can you learn to tell the difference between legitimate emails and scams. You're probably wondering, first off, where it gets that strange name from.


• Who Needs A Firewall? - by Shanna Riley
  You do. Read more to find out what a firewall is, how it can keep you safe, and how to get one. A Firewall is, actually, pretty much the same as its non-tech definition.


• Rss Will Not Replace Email [period] - by Sean Cohen
  Over the years technology has provided us with more options for sending and receiving content over the internet. One of the newest is a delivery system called Real Simple Syndication or "RSS". Definition: RSS is a format for delivering news


• Keeping Feet One Step Ahead - by News Canada
  (NC)-Foot care is essential, even for those vacationers relaxing at beaches and resorts. If taking the occasional walk on the beach or a leisurely swim in the ocean is the extent of your vacation activity, be sure to listen to your feet. Toby Saltzma


• Florida Is The Mythical Endless Summer - by Jane Stokes (courtesy of News Canada)
  (NC)-A complete break from routine - with guaranteed sunshine, sand and surf - is the only way to get a genuine taste of the mythical endless summer. During July and August when the kids are at loose ends, when the corporate world finally slows do


• Healthy And Happy Feet While Travelling - A Travel Expert's Advice - by News Canada
  (NC)-Whether hiking in Canada's Rocky Mountains or admiring art at the Musée du Louvre in Paris, travelling takes its toll on the feet, and sore feet can ruin the pleasure of a vacation. Toby Saltzman is a freelance travel writer and editor and p


• Houseboats Give Us The Freedom To Explore - by Jane Stokes (courtesy of News Canada)
  (NC)-Ask those who do it. Most people say it is a very special kind of freedom to cruise this continent's most beautiful inland water routes in their own private family houseboat. The 386-kilometre Trent-Severn Waterway of Ontario for example is


• Summer Traveller Checklist - by News Canada
  (NC)-If you're going to hit the road this summer, it pays to plan ahead. Long trips by car can be exhausting if you don't take precautions. St.


• The Witches' Market - by Thomas Carroll
  "Son para dinero y trabajo," the plump little witch raises the talismans to eye level. "Con estos tu tendras buena suerte. " Magic talismans for money and jobs.


• Happy Trails For A Stress-free Year - by Kathleen Walls and David Leonhardt
  Finding happiness is easier than you might think. Happiness is all around us, and all we have to do is hop in the car and hit the road to find it. Actually, there is more to true happiness than just jumping in the car, but for many people, self-actua


• Traveler Checklist - by Centerprises
  The following is a List that I have gathered through years of experience and research. They don't neccessarily apply to an Outdoor Adventurer. You Pick and choose your priorities according to your destination and the length of your stay.


• It Is Smoke Free In This Paradise : Take A Caribbean Cruise With Fellow Non-smokers - by Jane Stokes (Courtesy of News Canada)
  (NC)-Would a "smoke-free casino" be an oxymoron. Until recently, I might have bet good money on that, considering it's a pretty rare occasion when one can enjoy a cocktail in a smoke-free bar, nightclub or lounge - let alone in a casino where all


• Travel Answers - by Jane Stokes (Courtesy of News Canada)
  (NC)-Here are the answers to this season's most frequently asked questions: Internet Issues Q: Am I missing something if I don't use the Internet to research and book my vacation. - Peter T. , Winnipeg A: Opinions on this vary widely,


• Vegas And The Ride Of A Lifetime - by Caterina Christakos
  Most people envision Las Vegas as one big casino. Admittedly I was one of them, until I undertook the ride of a lifetime. Imagine soaring hundreds of feet above canyons of red and orange, walking over rocks that been sculpted by mother nature herself


• Borneo - Exotic Island Paradise - by Walter Rajah
  SABAH is Malaysia's premier nature adventure destination situated in the northern tip of Borneo Island, the third largest island in the world. Sabah is popular for its wildlife conservation attractions, rain forest, surrounding nature and islands, be


• Ten "Travel" Commandments - by Marli Davis
  I. Thou shalt pack HALF the clothes you want. II.


• Discover The Llyn Peninsula - by Paula Bardell
  Stretching from the peak of Snowdon to Bardsey Island (or Ynys Enlli - the Island of the Tides), the Llyn Peninsula is a unique and beautiful part of North Wales, renown for its natural charm and mild climate. So spectacular is its coastline that


• Travel Health Insurance: Know Your Coverage Before An Emergency Occurs - by News Canada
  (NC)—Buying travel health insurance is an important step for sufficient medical coverage while outside Canada, but it is only the first step. To make your policy work, say industry regulators, there has to be a co-operative relationship between the po


• Travel Health Insurance: Reimbursement Depends On Following The Rules - by News Canada
  (NC)—Travelling, whether for business or pleasure, involves risk. A personal emergency may necessitate an early return, or you may need hospital treatment or air evacuation due to a medical problem. Travellers should be aware that the Ontario governm


• Travellers: Make Your Health Policy Work For You - by News Canada
  (NC)—The purchase of travel health insurance is a sensible idea for anyone taking trips outside Canada. If you get sick unexpectedly or have an accident while you are away, the health services in other countries are generally much more costly than tho


• Health & Beauty: Oily Skin Can Get Dehydrated Too - by News Canada
  (NC)—All skin types - normal, dry, and oily - needs to be moisturized in summer. Your face may appear to have a shine without a morning lotion, "but what you may be witnessing," says Jacquie Hutchinson, national product trainer for Almay, "is a false


• Exploring Uncharted Territory: Your Family Vacation - by News Canada
  (NC)—Picture it – your minivan is stopped at a rest area. Your partner sits at the wheel while you are buried under a mess of unfolded maps. You feel tense as you debate over directions while your jumpy kids in the back seat are spreading chocolate o


• Abcs Of Adventure Travel - by News Canada
  A – Address peel and stick labels for all your family and friends before you go. Then stick to postcards along the way and you'll come home looking good. B – Bottled water is a must – don't drink anything else.


• Eight Great Tips For The Adventure Traveler - by News Canada
  1. Embrace the place. Be sure to explore around the corners, go into the one of kind shops and meet the locals.


• Newsletter From East Africa August 2003 - by Karl-Heinz Straus
  Newsletter from East Africa August 2003 KQ direct service to Cape Town Kenya Airways plans direct flights between Nairobi and Cape Town from 1st October 2003. The flight will be operated Wednesday and Fridays. The Cape Town flight will connec


• Living Like A Native In Morelia, Mexico - by David Wix
  The beautiful, rustic, old, colonial city of Morelia is situated about halfway in between Guadalajara and Mexico City and has a thriving population of around 1,000,000 people. It has everything from historical buildings and monuments to modern-day con


• The Sights, Sounds, And People Of Morelia, Mexico - by David B. Wix
  As the sun set on my first evening in Morelia, I found myself reflecting on the day’s events and my initial impressions of this old colonial style city that would be my home for the next several months. After arriving by air into Guadalajara, my b


• Chile, The Ultimate Adventure - by Jon Steele
  I’ve written a great deal on Chile but I’ve for the most part concentrated on Santiago and the major outlying areas. In this article I’ll concentrate more on the beach and coastal areas. I frequent these areas just about every single weekend and


• Europe's New Jews - by Sam Vaknin
  They inhabit self-imposed ghettoes, subject to derision and worse, the perennial targets of far-right thugs and populist politicians of all persuasions. They are mostly confined to menial jobs. They are accused of spreading crime, terrorism and disea


• Shearling Coat Care - by Dan Sickafus
  Shearling coats and jackets are easy to take care of, although you do have to keep in mind a few things to avoid accidental damage to them. Here's our care guide. If your shearling jacket gets wet, let the coat dry naturally.


• Tales Of A Hollywood Tour Guide - by Stephen Schochet
  Author/Narrator Stephen Schochet researched Hollywood and Disney stories and lore for 10 years while giving tours of Hollywood. He had the unique idea the stories could be told anywhere and that's what led him to create the critically acclaimed audiob


• Tales Of Hollywood And Politics - by Stephen Schochet
  Arnold Schwarzenegger's surprise announcement that he was seeking the California Governorship brought to mind the many times Hollywood figures have been involved in politics. Here are some related anecdotes: When actors first came to Hollywood th


• Tales Of The Warner Brothers - by Stephen Schochet
  The four Warner Brothers, which included the womanizing Jack, the conservative Harry, the quiet Albert and the visionary Sam, had risen from obscurity with The Jazz Singer (1927) the first famous and financially successful talking movie ever made. Tra


• Ten Percent Of Jimmy Stewart - by Stephen Schochet
  Jimmy Stewart was seen one night in 1933 in New York performing on stage as a female impersonator by an MGM talent scout. He was signed to a contract to come to California to work for the prestigious studio. Studio Head Louis B.


• The Warner Brothers Make Noise - by Stephen Schochet
  Hollywood was an attractive place for the early filmmakers to settle, full of good weather, orange and lemon trees. For producers who owed money on borrowed camera equipment if a creditor came after them, they could hide among the trees. It was a har


• Titanic Anecdotes - by Stephen Schochet
  Studio executives in High Concept Hollywood have very short attention spans. When pitching a film idea, many believe if you can't do it in one sentence it is an unmarketable product. For example Planet Of the Apes (1968) starring Charlton Heston was


• A Miraculous Movie - by Stephen Schochet
  It was originally called The Big Heart. Daryl Zanuck the shrewd head of Twentieth Century Fox couldn't buy the image of Santa Claus in a court room. But like so many ventures Miracle On 34th Street (1947) came about because of passion, in this case t


• Bob Hope Stories - by Stephen Schochet
  Once when he was a little boy in England, Leslie Hope (He later renamed himself Bob after a race car driver he idolized) wanted to pick an apple off a tree. Symbolic of his career, he didn't want just any apple but the highest one possible. He lost h


• Bob Hope Wasn't The Only One Who Used Idiot Cards - by Stephen Schochet
  When Bob Hope moved into television, he lost the opportunity to hold his script in his hand , something he had gotten used to working in radio. The presentation would look too stiff to his audience. He tried to memorize his monologues, but that prove


• Can I Have Your Autograph? - by Stephen Schochet
  Being a celebrity means dealing with fan demands for autographs, ranging from polite and appropriate to rude and overbearing. One time Katherine Hepburn was performing on Broadway and tried to exit backstage through a crowd of jostling autograph hound


• Do You Know Who I Am? - by Stephen Schochet
  One dilemma that the super famous face is balancing the needs of privacy and recognition. One time in New York an unnoticed Marilyn Monroe was walking down Madison Avenue accompanied by Eli Wallach. " My God, don't these people know who you are.


• Pretty Women Have Stayed At The Beverly Wilshire - by Stephen Schochet
  Since it was built in 1929, The Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel has attracted rich and famous guests from around the world. To the general public the hotel is most famous for being used in the 1990 movie Pretty Woman. They have disappointed thousands o


• Hungry For Overkill - by David Leonhardt
  I don't have much time to watch television. Being the lazy person that I am, I usually let other people in the family do my watching for me. But some events are just so important that I have to watch them myself.


• It's A Wonderful Movie - by Stephen Schochet
  It's A Wonderful Life (1946) began as a short story called "The Greatest Gift". Writer Philip Van Doren Stern was unable to sell it to a publisher, so he sent the tale out as a long Christmas card to friends. His agent subsequently sold the fable to


• Who Lives In The Star Wars Galaxy? - by Stephen Schochet
  It's hard to say where old Hollywood ended and new Hollywood began. People in the industry don't think of themselves as making history, they are just going to work. But the day in 1967 that Jack Warner cleaned out his desk at Warner Bros.


• When Stars Collide - by Stephen Schochet
  During the silent era it was thought a waste of money to make a movie with more than one star. Personalities like Charlie Chaplin, Harold Lloyd and Buster Keaton were considered potent enough box office on their own. But with dwindling attendance dur


• Strange Encounters With Hollywood Legends - by Stephen Schochet
  Meeting famous people is often a surreal experience for both parties. In 1956 when Elvis Presley arrived in Hollywood he and his entourage stayed at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. One day he got into the elevator.


• Masters Of Disguise - by Stephen Schochet
  Gene Hackman once lamented that the worst thing about becoming a famous actor is that you lose the ability to observe people without being noticed yourself. But some performers are so good at disguises that notoriety is no obstacle. A case in point


• Amazon Lodges - by Robert Phillips
  Amazon Lodges I had always been told that if you wanted to see wildlife do not go to the Amazon. That the jungle was so dense that you could never see the wildlife and that the wildlife was mostly nocturnal. Well, I recently decided to venture i


• Amazon Expeditions With Time Magazine “hero Of The Planet Year 2000” - Dr. Marc Van Roosmalen - by Robert Phillips
  The Amazonat Jungle Lodge is offering in addition to her standard programming combined land/water expeditions in which the guests will stay part of the time at the lodge and part of the time in a regional boat. In addition the Lodge is working exc


• Flights Of Fancy: An Air Of Gratitude - by Maya Talisman Frost
  Feeling cranky about air travel. Get a grip. Not on the arm of your passenger seat--on reality, history, and the incredible accomplishment of human flight.


• The Singapore Taxi - by Ieuan Dolby
  Fast, easy and efficient could describe life in Singapore. You don’t stroll along the streets in a world of your own with time to spare and you definitely do not walk when a taxi is waiting nearby. Life in Singapore is geared towards the making of mo


• Silent Macau - by Ieuan Dolby
  A failed or neglected city springs to mind when walking around Macau during the day time. Around the outskirts of the Islands the doors of modern buildings never seem to open. Hotel restaurants tend to sole customers with reluctance: public gardens r


• Fond Memories And A Common Sense Approach To Living In Morelia, Mexico - by David B. Wix
  For me, living in Morelia was a very rewarding experience. It was certainly far different than what I had been used to in the United States. When I went there in 1997, technology existed, however, technicians were at times limited in their knowledge


• You Don't Need To Fear Montezuma - by News Canada
  By: Dr. Suni Boraston, Vancouver, Travel Medicine Specialist (NC)—Emporiatic enteritis, Rangoon runs, Maladie de la Mer Rouge, Aden gut, Aztec two-step, Montezuma's revenge…I learned the definition of all of these terms when I was on vacation in M


• Vacationers… Did You Know? - by News Canada
  (NC)—The long-awaited vacations of 1. 3 million Canadians may be ruined every year by Travellers' Diarrhea, also referred to as Montezuma's Revenge. While rarely life threatening, Travellers' Diarrhea has a way of disrupting a perfectly planned vacati


• Travel Doctor Q&a - by News Canada
  Dr. Suni Boraston Vancouver, BC Q: I am going on a vacation to Mexico and have been told that you cannot eat or drink anything without being affected by Montezuma's Revenge. Is this true and is it worth going if I am going to be sick for the


• Ditch The Hotel For A Villa Or Vacation Home - by David Leonhardt
  Two visits to Budapest. Two apartments, walking distance from downtown. I did not even set foot in the Hilton.


• 16 Tips For Preventing Passport Problems - by William Manor
  Carelessness is the number one reason for a passport application being rejected or delayed or for a passport being lost, stolen, or damaged. What steps are necessary to prevent these things from happening. How can you take care of your passport.


• Vacation In Comfort With Kids - by David Leonhardt
  It takes a special person to travel with kids – a parent. Children have their own needs. Their idea of a vacation is more "adventurous" than a parent's.


• Alternatives For Business Travelers - by David Leonhardt
  "I'm coming home. I've been away too long. Been away so long.


• The Cast Of Culture In South Africa - by Gregory Hudson
  Drive along one of South Africa's scenic strips and you will notice a landscape composed of a backdrop of wide open spaces, blue mountains and blood-red sunsets. These scenes abound, but given the nature of the culture in South Africa, your attention


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  Orlando is one of the top tourism destinations in the world. It features Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World. People come from every continent to take in these famous theme parks, and especially to meet Big Mickey.


• Disneyland For Hikers: A Walk To Mt. Whitney - by Jill Homer
  Base camp sits at 12,000 feet — stark, windy, unshaded from the blazing August sun, but an otherwise great place to stop for a snack. Voices echo across cold granite as the breeze wraps around dozens of tents, backpacks, cooking stoves, and bear-proof


• A Mindful Road Trip: The Perfect No-goal Vacation - by Maya Talisman Frost
  It's the beginning of spring break, and we're heading south. That's all we know. Our family is greatly anticipating what may be our last road trip for a long, long time.


• Top Of The Mountain: The Masters, Augusta, Ga - by Andrew Kress
  If you’re a stockbroker, the center of the world is New York. If you are a commodities trader, it’s Chicago. But if you’re a golfer, the center of the world is…a little further south.


• How To Enjoy Croatia - by Neven Grubisic
  1. Why Croatia . Croatia is the closest Mediterranean destination to central Europe.


• Secrets Of The London Tube - by Sharon Jacobsen
  Although it's many years since I left my home in London I still occasionally use The Tube, as the London Underground is affectionately known. Hold on. Affectionately.


• Made Of Atomic Size Stars In A Clumpy Firework Universe - by Eugene Savov
  The discoveries of normal galaxies, strings of galaxies and heavy elements in the far distant universe [1-7] suggest that these space objects have to be older than what the big bang universe can allow for their creation. In this way the big bang unive


• 8 Things Not To Forget When Traveling To The Tropics - by Dave Markel
  Sometimes it is hard to pack for a place or climate that is new. When packing to go to the tropics there are some items that you don't want to forget. 1.


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  If you’ve not hosted a murder mystery party game before, the experience can appear to be a bit daunting. It really isn’t as difficult as it may first appear – murder mystery games are very easy to host. But until you’ve got a one or two under your be


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  This light house of Alexandria was one of the useful of the seven wonders of the world (for the sailors to return to the Great Harbor), which is a small differentiates it, when compared with the other wonders of the world. The mirror which was mounted


• How To Have A 5 Star Holiday On A 2 Star Budget - by Tukshad Engineer
  Travel, Holiday & Flight Discounts - Getting The Best Travel Deals Online Love to travel. The international traveller has never had it so good in terms of being able to afford to see the world at discounted prices. Sometimes there is a huge over-


• Fractional Fairytales - Private Air Charter - by Eric Elfman
  Once upon a time, long, long ago -- in the early 1990s -- the concept of fractional ownership in private aircraft was born, and there was much rejoicing throughout the land. People who never believed they'd be able to afford, or justify, owning a priv


• Adventures In Bolivia - by Sandin Phillipson
  As a graduate student, I finally had the opportunity to work on a project in southern Bolivia. Although I had spent previous summers camping alone while conducting fieldwork in remote areas, this was to be my first journey overseas, to a country know


• How To Travel The World For Free - by Tukshad Engineer
  It sounds like a dream doesn't it. Hopping onto a plane and taking a flight to the destination of your choice. Imagine collecting your flight tickets to New York, London, Goa - or wherever takes your fancy - and not having to pay a cent for them.


• Vacation Insurance... Saves Your Money, Time And Frustrations! - by Jonathan Tan
  Don't forget your vacation insurance before you take off for any travel. I am very serious when it comes to insurance, I do not want to take any chances, I grew up in a family with my mother as a sole bread winner, my Dad passed away when I was 1


• Why You Never Have To Pay Retail Prices For Anything - Ever Again - by Tukshad Engineer
  I step into my local mall, and into a leading top brand clothes store. I see a jumper I like and while feeling the soft material casually lift up the price tag - and I almost feint with disbelief. How much.


• Treasure In The Andes - by Sandin Phillipson
  I awoke to strange surroundings, my first view of the plaster-peeling room in which I had spent the night being afforded by the early-morning sunrise on the Bolivian Altiplano. After arriving near midnight in the frigid darkness of the high desert, m


• The Chance To Travel Mexico And Stay At Some Beautiful Mexican Resorts - by Mike Yeager
  Cancun vacations offer white sandy beaches, warm tropical sun and beautiful blue water. Some of the finest Mexico resorts can be found in Cancun. One of the great things about deciding to travel Mexico is the short time it takes to get there.


• Cheap Tickets, Discount Airfare, Cheap Cruises, Hawaiian Vacations, Las Vegas Vacations Or Cancun Vacations. - by Mike Yeager
  Finding the best deals for cheap tickets has just become easier. In the past, if you wanted to find cheap tickets and discount airfares you had to contact a travel agent and explain where and when you wanted to go. They would do some research and eve


• Cheap Tickets And Discount Airfare. - by Mike Yeager
  Finding the best deals for cheap tickets and discount airfare has just become easier. In the past, if you wanted to find cheap tickets and discount airfares you had to contact a travel agent and explain where and when you wanted to go. They would do


• Finding Cheap Airfare Tickets For Your Vacation. - by Mike Yeager
  Finding cheap airfare tickets for your vacation is very important as you plan your next vacation. Imagine saving 25%-35% in airfare expenses as you get ready to travel to an exciting, exotic location. How exciting would that be.


• Finding Discount Prices On European Vacations. - by Mike Yeager
  Imagine saving 30%-40% in airfare expenses as you get ready to travel to an exciting, exotic location. How exciting would that be. Inexpensive European vacations to travel Italy and Ireland travel can be found if you're willing to do just a little re


• What You Need To Know Before You Sell Your Boat - by James "Doc" Lewis
  As the owner/operator of a full service boat detailing-yacht maintenance business I can't help but chuckle sometimes at seeing the extremes that otherwise bright, intelligent, successful, people will go to in a misguided attempt to save a few dollars.


• Riding The Rails Of Milwaukee Road - by Larry Lee Phillipson
  I walked to the top of the hill to start the water pump. I could see farmers in the surrounding countryside working in their fields. I had wanted to get an early start in the field but Pa was sore at me for not helping with the morning nilking inste


• Margaret Island – Paradise In Budapest - by Rick Chapo
  The Danube River runs through the center of Budapest in Hungary. In the middle of the city chaos lays an oasis of tranquility, Margaret Island. Margaret Island Margaret Island is one of the unique elements of Budapest.


• Australia's Fraser Island – Escape Forever - by Glenn Murray
  For all its conveniences, modern living leaves a lot to be desired. We spend our days enduring the ever-increasing pressures of work, the city’s oppressive unfriendliness, the daily commuter grind and the aggressive reality of impatient road-ragers.


• Them’s The Breaks… Surfing Australia's Nsw Central Coast - by Glenn Murray
  Surfing on the Central Coast is more a lifestyle than a pastime. And with 31 official beaches, it’s no surprise. Buggeries, Half-tide Rocks, The Box, Catho, Ghosties, Moonie, Frazer, Gravelies, The Haven, Macs, Copa, North Avoca, Sharktower, the


• Across The High Sierra - by Sandin Phillipson
  I have always enjoyed long road trips across the country, perhaps because they have all the elements of a Homeric adventure. After completing basic training for the Army, I was ready for assignment to my permanent duty station. I was directed to tr


• The Premiere Attraction State In Florida - by Nuttakorn Rattanachaisit
  Sunshine States Florida is called the “ Sunshine State ”, situated on a largw peninsula at the southern part of the United States , just only 1,000 miles south of New York City . Florida is a flat sandy land about 100 miles wide by 400 miles with


• Top Ten Reasons To Pick A Vacation Rental - by David Leonhardt
  We are planning a family trip for just a few days. That is my family, my brother's family, and my other brother's family. Our mother will be joining us, too.


• Travel To Find A Russian Bride - by Iren Chernoff
  Do you agree that the best lessons are lessons given to you by other people who have already made some mistakes so that you wouldn’t repeat them. We are going to have a detailed observation of a certain man’s trip. When coming to Russia he managed to


• The Benefits Of Markhor Hunting In Pakistan - by Anchan Ali Mirza
  The northern areas of Pakistan contain the highest concentration of peaks and longest glaciers outside the polar region. This is where the world’s 3 greatest mountain chains collide the Karakorams, Hindukush and the Himalayas. Emanating out of


• 10 Best Children’s Activities At Walt Disney World - by Cara Goldsbury
  I’m sure you all know about Disney World’s amazing theme parks, but are you familiar with the myriad of fascinating activities for children offered throughout Walt Disney World that are either complimentary or offered for a reasonable fee to Disney res


• Discover The Sophisticated Side Of Mickey Mouse - by Cara Goldsbury
  Is it possible for sophisticated travelers to really enjoy themselves in the land of Mickey Mouse. Absolutely. Walt Disney World has undergone a transformation much like that of Las Vegas, with an abundance of fantastic themed resorts and sumptuous d


• Disney’s 10 Most Magical Experiences - by Cara Goldsbury
  How do you narrow down a place like Walt Disney World into just a few days. A great way is to be sure to experience Disney’s most wonderful offerings first and foremost and then allowing the rest to just fall into place. Here are the best of the best


• Parents Time-out At Disney World - by Cara Goldsbury
  So you think a trip to Walt Disney World is one only the kids can enjoy. Well, think again. Here are a few tips for making your vacation to Mickey Mouse Land a memorable one for the whole family.


• Tips For Disney World First-timers - by Cara Goldsbury
  So you’ve finally decided to head to Walt Disney World. With so much to see and do, it’s important to come prepared. Here are some excellent tips to make your trip one that will be remembered for a lifetime.


• Visit Walt Disney World In Style - by Cara Goldsbury
  Is your image of Walt Disney World one of sleeping in motel-style accommodations and dining on hamburgers as you roam the theme parks. Well, it’s time to change that picture. Instead of a chain motel, how about an African-style lodge or a resort with


• The Best Of Walt Disney World - by Cara Goldsbury
  So you’re headed to Walt Disney World . . .


• The Best Of Universal Orlando - by Cara Goldsbury
  So you’ve done Walt Disney World and now you’re ready to discover Universal Orlando. But where to start. Universal Orlando is a whopper of a destination composed of exceptional resorts, first-rate restaurants, and two theme parks offering a certain b


• Play At The Golden Nugget - by Sara Sentor
  Its no use saying you don't like to gamble. Gambling is a everyday factor. We gamble at home, in our professions and in life in general.


• Online Casino Strategies Part I - by Sara Sentor
  An online casino is essentially a virtual land casino. While the games and the rules may be the same the environment and strategies change causing the online casino to become an independent entity. Consider the online casino sites at


• Nearly Broke In Nice, France - by Rick Chapo
  I had been backpacking for three months around Europe and had reached my final destination of Nice. Too bad I had 10 days till my flight home and I was nearly broke. As I sat in the Gar de Nice, the train station, I started giving serious thought


• Thinkexist.com’s Top Ten Summer Books - by Mark A. Lugris
  MADRID – ThinkExist. com, a comprehensive quotation search engine with over 90,000 quotations from 11,000 authors, has selected ten books for satisfying summer reading.


• Hanging Around In Thailand - by Gary Mortimer
  Our trip to Thailand had been long awaited, originally planned for the winter of 94/95. My wife Karin had bought the maps and books and even packed; we were off. The balloon was ready at Thunder and Colt with a heavy duty basket tailor made for hard


• How To Find The Best Airline Prices On Discount Airfare! - by Mike Yeager
  Locating the best airline prices on discount airfare just got easier. It used to be a cumbersome, time consuming task to buy your airline tickets, but not anymore. The ball really has shifted into the court of the traveler.


• Find Airline Flights And Discount Airfare Information On The Internet. - by Mike Yeager
  Each major airline now gives you the opportunity to find information about airline flights and discount airfare and cheap tickets on the internet. One reason that each airline does this is because so many people now have access to computers. .


• Find The Best Airline Fares - by Mike Yeager
  Locating and purchasing the best airline fares for your flights just got easier. It used to be a cumbersome, time consuming task to find the best airline fares for your flights, but not anymore. The ball really has shifted into the court of the trave


• All Inclusive Vacations And Discount Airfare Can Be Your Best Choice For A Pampered Vacation. - by Mike Yeager
  Imagine choosing from several all inclusive vacations and discount airfare where everything is taken care of for you. Once you board the airplane you'll be pampered and cared for as you start the most wonderful trip of your life. That's because when


• Alaska Cruises Offer Breathtaking Scenery For Your Vacations. - by Mike Yeager
  Alaska cruises can offer some of the most pristine, natural beauty you'll ever see on your vacations. Beautiful crystal clear inlets of water found no where else in the world. Icebergs and sheer cliff walls rising thousands of feet into the air.


• Air Travel Around The World And Let Your Cares Fall By The Wayside As You Take Wonderful Vacations. - by Mike Yeager
  Air Travel and vacations, to get on a plane and go somewhere, can be one of life's most rewarding experiences. It's so exciting to contemplate an exotic or relaxing destination, for no other reason than to just get away. Half the fun of air travel


• Tips On Finding The Best Prices On Airlines Tickets For Cheap Flights. - by Mike Yeager
  Finding the right priced airlines tickets for cheap flights is an important part of travel these days. There are many, many different options for you to take advantage of when trying to locate cheap airfare. First of all I recommend that, if possible


• Find Cheap Tickets From All The Major Airlines. - by Mike Yeager
  All of the major airlines are now associated with different web sites allowing for you to find discount airfare and cheap tickets on the internet. One of the reasons the airlines have done this is because so many people now have access to computers


• Hotel Rooms Are Nightmares - by David Leonhardt
  Ever since I began working for that Florida vacation rentals website, I have been plagued by recurring nightmares. I am haunted at night by the spirits of hotel rooms past. There was a time when I traveled quite a bit on business.


• Go Where The French Go! - by Stephen Hay
  Run Out Of Holiday Ideas. Have a basic understanding of French. Then plan a get-away to destinations you'd not normally consider and.


• Walt Disney World For Teens - by Cara Goldsbury
  Can teens really have fun at a place like Walt Disney World. Absolutely. Actually, be prepared to have the time of your life.


• The Best Orlando Has To Offer - by Cara Goldsbury
  So you’re headed to Orlando. . .


• Tourist In My Own Hometown - by Marcia Passos Duffy
  I lived in the suburbs of New York City almost all my life and it was only when I was in my 20's and working on 5th Avenue when I finally went to the top of the Empire State Building. It took me almost two decades as well to ice-skate at Rockefell


• What To Expect Upon Arriving In Jamaica And At Your Sandals Resort - by John Gall
  What to expect upon arriving in Jamaica and at your Sandals Resort When your plane touches down at Sangster International Airport in Jamaica you will have to get your bags and then clear customs. Once through customs there will be many people wanti


• Tips For Better Vacation Photos - by Valerie Goettsch
  Photos are a great way to share your travel experiences with family and friends. Here are a few suggestions to help you capture vacation memories you will treasure for years to come. PLAN AHEAD Make sure your digital camera is in good working


• Costa Rica Vacation Packages - by Andy Bezara
  Are you planning your next family vacation. Are you want to discover an exotic, wonferful and tropical paradise. You have to go to Costa Rica.


• How To Choose A Bed And Breakfast - by Tammy Jordan Sikes
  So you've decided to shun the neon-flashing motel chains and marble-foyered monsters and venture into the world of cozy, intimate bed and breakfasts. After all, you've heard how much more personal and romantic the b&b experience is, right. Well.


• Vacation Packages...just Book-it...and Enjoy It. - by Mike Yeager
  Vacation packages can be of different kinds, depending on the destination. Las Vegas is the place to escape from all sense of convention known by all as "The Gambling and Entertainment Capital of the World. " In recent years the attractions have expan


• Why Not Stay At One Of The Top All Inclusive Resorts When You Need To Relaxe! - by Mike Yeager
  All inclusive resorts are the best getaways for people who want to relax and enjoy the serene nature. The destinations are spread out all over the world. A lot of those depend on the qualities, price and ultimate extravagant fun.


• How Car Rental Agencies Can Make Your Trip That Much Easier - by Mike Yeager
  Car rental agencies, along with many other factors, have played a vital role in increasing the easiness of travelling by providing a service through which travelers can easily rent a car of their choice. One can rent a car of any color, shape and mode


• Take A Vacation---you Deserve It. - by Mike Yeager
  A vacation is just what the doctor ordered for many people. While there is nothing wrong with working hard, it’s always fun to get away. Given the low cost of airline tickets these days, many people can go almost anywhere they want.


• Hotels Hotels Hotels...which One Do I Choose! - by Mike Yeager
  Hotels in Las Vegas furnish a guest with the excitement, amenities and appeal of this wonderful destination. Everyone has heard of Circus Circus. Its appealing restaurants, theme parks, shops, gaming and the world's greatest circus acts guarantees go


• With Vacation Rentals You Can Stay For A Long Time - by Mike Yeager
  Vacation rentals are an option when you plan to go on a vacation and stay for any length of time. For example, Florida has the basic strategy of finding what the vacationer needs, what they are looking for and with what budget and then fulfilling that


• Penguin Parade - by Annette Gisby
  Phillip Island is a small island and nature reserve off the coast of South Australia, about 140 km from Melbourne. On the island you can see koalas, kangaroos and the main to attraction, the Penguin Parade on Summerland Beach. Every day at sun


• Costa Rica: Land Of Natural Wonders - by Andy Bezara
  Costa Rica is a small country - just 75 mi/120 km separates the Pacific Ocean from the Caribbean Sea at the narrowest spot - Costa Rica still has some of the most diverse scenery in the world. Its coasts have both sandy beaches and marshy swamps, w


• Costa Rica White Water Rafting Trip - by Andy Bezara
  Costa Rica's mountainous topography and copious rainfall are both responsible for one of the best white water rafting river choices in the world. Experienced rafting outfitters regularly run about half a dozen of rambunctious rivers, and those river


• Costa Rica Bird Watching Vacation - by William Hart
  Costa Rica has long been famous among serious bird watchers, but many people who would never consider the activity at home quickly have become interested in the country's spectacular avian diversity. With almost 850 species of birds -more than to


• Using Black And White Film - by Kelly Paal
  It’s hard to find sometimes but it’s making a resurgence, black and white film. If you’ve never used this film now is the time to try it out. Here are some tips to using b&w film and what you can expect from the results.


• Using Film Speed Effectively - by Kelly Paal
  So you have this great new camera. Now you’re standing in front of a display of more film that you’ve ever seen. All you want to do is take some great family photos but you don’t know where to start.


• Improve Your Golf Game By Learning The Secrets Of The Golf Club Grip - by Ben Poston
  Grips are the least expensive yet one of the most important parts of a golf club. Remember, the grip is the only part of the clubs that you make contact with, so it’s extremely important to make sure that you have the right size and the right quality


• The $30 K Wedding Alternative - by Holly Bentz
  Thwart wedding bell apprehension when you explore your nuptial options. The mayhem of a marital union can evoke enough tension to make the happiest bride say, “I don’t. ” A second wedding, overbearing family personalities, cultural differences and


• The Intellijeune Factor Helps Relocation Decisions - by Otto Weizman
  Many people with a desire to live overseas have difficulty in deciding where to go and are sometimes in search of help in making their decisions. Cultural and other activities frequently play an important role in the decision making process. One usef


• Too Much To Do In London! - by Martin Kleinman
  No one can truly say they know London well. To know London completely is impossible. London changes faster than pigeons descending into the fountains of Trafalgar Square.


• 16 Tips To Prevent Passport Problems - by William Manor
  Carelessness is the number one reason for a passport application being rejected or delayed or for a passport being lost, stolen, or damaged. What steps are necessary to prevent these things from happening. How can you take care of your passport.


• Naples And Southwest Florida Real Estate Is Hot! - by Scott Berry
  There has never been a better time to Invest in Naples and Southwest Florida Real Estate. Collier County is ranked number one, and Lee County ranked number two in the entire State of Florida in Existing home (re-sales) sales ending February 2004.


• Istanbul, Turkey - Where Two Continents Meet - by Lori Guretzki
  Istanbul, situated along the shores of the Bosphorus Strait, is the only city in the world bridging two continents, Europe and Asia; it is as old as civilization itself and as modern as carrying cell phones. My husband and I were very excited ab


• Costa Rica Travel Packages - by AVEL ON LINE
  Located in southern Central America, Costa Rica is surrounded by three different bodies of water including the Panama Canal on the southeast, the Pacific Ocean on the southwest and west and the Caribbean Ocean on the east. Because of Costa Rica's clos


• Travelers Logon For Advice Before Booking Travel - by Leasa Hachey
  Guidebooks and travel magazines are helpful when trying to choose hotels, excursions, or a destination for your next vacation. Travel agents are even better. But what could be less biased and more helpful than no-holds-barred, word-of-mouth comments


• Twisted Sisters - by Nathan Tyree
  I tried not to lean against anything. Leaning, I Feared, would give the wrong impression. It could seem too casual.


• Highpointing: It’s Not Just For Mountaineers - by Diane Winger
  Mount Sunflower, Kansas. Ebright Azimuth, Delaware. Hawkeye Point, Iowa.


• Four Ways To Free/low Cost Travel - by Liana Metal
  1. Free lodging. Find a pen friend.


• Cocos Island... Green Bouquet Is Seen Far Into The Sea - by Aventuras Elegantes
  Cocos Island National Park Sank in the middle of the infinite Pacific Ocean, we find the Cocos Island. It is one of the protected areas with the greatest diversity in terms of wildlife and one of the best places for Costa Rica Scuba Diving Vacati


• A Word About Accreditation - by Danni R.
  ACCREDITED VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMS AND INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION--ON CAMPUS OR ONLINE. People interested in a medical assistant or similar related career often are unsure of what to look for in vocational training institutions and what


• Sorry, No Customer Service After 4:00 P.m. - by David Leonhardt
  A few months ago, I wrote about ingenious styles of customer service that every business should know about, mostly because their employees were inflicting them on their customers. For instance, I warned about "in your face customer service" and "r


• The Exotic Galapagos Islands - by Eduardo Landazuri
  The Galapagos Islands were named after the giant Galapagos tortoises. The archipelago emerged six million years ago as a result of volcanic activity in the bottom of the Pacific Ocean. These enchanted place on earth is composed of 19 islands and more


• How To Deal With Airport Stress - by Neil Stelling
  Your flights booked, and now it's airport time. Airport's can be stressful places nowadays, and these tips are designed for stress reduction. .


• Do You Make These Air Travel Mistakes? - by Neil Stelling
  You're sitting at home thinking about tomorrow's plane journey. Remember last time . Remember how you felt when you arrived .


• The Skipper On A Charter Yacht - by Alexander Vournas
  The skipper is the heart of every floating vessel on earth. His word is (or should be) law to everybody on board. Yet, on a pleasant sailing holiday with your friends it can be deemed as unpleasant, and hard for the skipper, to order those friends t


• Indiana Jones And The Cave Of John The Baptist - by Moshe Reinfeld
  The discovery of "the cave of John the Baptist" not far away from Jerusalem was a great journalistic drama. Archaeological news easily lights the imagination. Remember the movie series of Indiana Jones.


• Mandurah - Western Australia | A Holiday Destination For All - by Steve Wall
  Mandurah is located approximately 72kms south of Perth - Western Australia. Mandurah is a water wonderland visited by day trippers and holiday makers alike all year round. The towns population is approximately 50,000 and continuing to grow.


• Do You Make These Car Rental Mistakes? - by Neil Stelling
  Cheap car rental deals are spread all over the web. But not all are good deals. There's a few thing you must look out for.


• Create A Spa Retreat At Home! - by Chere Deshayes
  In today's high-stress world, a visit to a spa can provide a much needed renewal for your mind, body and soul. If you don't have the time and/or money to head to the nearest spa or resort, consider creating your own. Experience the benefits of a da


• Unleash Your Creativity And Think Your Way Out Of The Box - by David Amerland
  The brain is a strange organ. It works in ways we don’t yet understand and manages to create everything we see. Working at odds with the rest of the body it performs best when we’re not consciously trying and it is exactly this right-hemisphere activ


• Playing Your Cards Right -- Tips For Traveling With Credit Cards - by Gail Corwin
  Using credit cards while traveling is a good idea for a number of reasons: You have a record of your expenditures for record-keeping and tax purposes (especially important if you travel for business) You may get a better exchange rate


• Travel With A Reliable Partner - by Rufat Kuliyev
  Question of trust was always critical on the web and as generally known web today is one of the weakest place in regard to protection of someone’s privacy or rights. It affects almost all industries on the web and hotel reservation as well. Thi


• Party Games That Make You Laugh - by Steve Hatherley
  A couple of years ago as one of our family parties wound down, one of my mother's friends said, "What a wonderful party - it's so wonderful to laugh. We don't laugh enough these days, don't you think. " Our family parties are, well, different tha


• Driving In The Outer Hebrides - by Steve Hatherley
  When you think of the Outer Hebrides, you normally think of sandy beaches, ancient standing stones and lilting Scottish accents. You don't normally associate the Outer Hebrides with some of the best driving in the British Isles. .


• Backpacking South East Asia On An Adventurous Route - by Parry Loeffler
  The South East Asian region of the world - especially Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos - has become increasingly popular as a destination for those travelers seeking a more adventurous holiday than can be had merely sipping fruity, ice-cold drinks


• Albany Western Australia - A Holiday Destination For All - by Steve Wall
  Albany Western Australia is a city of approximately 30,000 people in the south-west corner of Western Australia, approximately 409km from Perth . The city is nestled between three large hills, Mount Clarence, Mount Melville and Mount Adelaide, facing


• Bunbury Western Australia - A Holiday Destination For All - by Steve Wall
  Bunbury is located approximately 172kms south of Perth. Bunbury is a water wonderland visited by day trippers and holiday makers alike all year round. The towns population is approximately 30,000 and continuing to grow.


• A Lifetime Cruise - Hawaiian Cruise - An Exotic Hawaiian Cruise Trip - by Colin Hartness
  Hawaiian Cruises are everyone*s dream cruise to the Hawaiian Islands on an exquisite ocean liner. Being pampered from dawn to dusk with exemplary cuisine, entertainment and fun for all that too for a moderate sum on a Hawaiian Cruise is definitely som


• Afraid To Leave The House? Find A House Sitter! - by Ian L White
  It's true, people need to escape the burdens of daily life for a while--from things like mowing the lawn, pulling weeds, painting, gardening, remodeling, home repairs, pet care, checking the mail, and paying their bills. Even a break from nosy neighb


• Virtual Airport - by Hans Peter Oswald
  Aero Registrar Secura GmbH proposes to the IT departments of airports to sell aero-domains to companies at the airport. Airports can build a portal of the airport and forming by this a kind of virtual airport. The advantages: 1.


• Solving The Murder At A Murder Mystery Party - by Steve Hatherley
  If you are invited to a murder mystery party you have the chance to act out the role of your favourite detective - whether it's Miss Marple, Sherlock Holmes or Inspector Morse. While many murder mystery parties have a role specifically for the det


• Carnival Cruise - A Perfect Holiday, Rock And Rolling With Carnival Cruise - by Colin Hartness
  If you want to have fun for one low price, all you need is a Carnival cruise. A Carnival cruise is a perfect way to pamper yourself. You don*t have to worry about paying extra for meals, entertainment and a range of activities.


• A Quick Tour Of Spain - by Linda Plummer
  With over fifty million tourists visiting Spain each year, this popular West European country must have something special which attracts the visitor. What exactly is it . .


• Packing For Your Destination Wedding - by Paris Permenter & John Bigley
  Are you planning a destination wedding. Congratulations. Before you head off to your dream wedding and honeymoon, don't forget the packing for the wedding itself.


• Caribbean Villas Made For Two - by Paris Permenter & John Bigley
  For some couples, the idea of real island romance is a private villa, without other guests. Just the two of you -- alone, except for the occasional visit by a cook or maid who is there to meet your special requests, to introduce you to island cuisine,


• Caribbean Getaways: When To Go? - by Paris Permenter & John Bigley
  Considering a romantic getaway, honeymoon or destination wedding in the Caribbean. After selecting your island, the question most on your mind is when to travel. PRICE The Caribbean offers plenty of fun in the sun year around, with very littl


• 5 Romantic Travel Resolutions - by Paris Permenter & John Bigley
  A new year always means a chance for a new start. You and yours can begin this new year by making some travel resolutions together, regardless of your time and budget restraints. Put aside those old travel habits and make some new ones.


• Honeymoon Trends - by Paris Permenter & John Bigley
  While the traditional vows endure, the ways to celebrate a marriage have changed right along with the travel industry. Today's honeymooner may be looking for value, adventure, or variety and searching for a getaway that's as exotic as a stay in a priv


• Plan A Hometown Holiday - by Paris Permenter & John Bigley
  To travel or not to travel. For many romantic travelers, that is the question. The decision of whether to travel or not during these troubled times is a personal one, a choice only the two of you can make.


• How Much Cash Does James Bond Carry? - by Paul Kyriazi
  First let's start with how much cash Americans carry. Under $ 20 . .


• Going It Alone: The Waterfall At Mendenhall Glacier, Alaska - by Theresa Gabriel
  I stood at the observation point on the balcony at the Visitor Center overlooking the great Mendenhall Glacier at Juneau, Alaska. Before me was a beautiful scene. The glacier reflected in the large lake.


• How Salt Cod Conquered The World - by Richard Robinson
  “…as ill luck would have it, it happened to be Friday and there was nothing to be had at the inn but some pieces of fish, which is called Abadexo in Castile, Bacallao in Andalucía, Curadillo in some places…” Cervantes: Don Q


• World Cruise - A Relaxing Experience - by Colin Hartness
  Have you ever thought what it would be like to just relax quietly under the sun and at sea-no hustling or bustling, far away from the madding crowds in a casual attire and in clean air and just a small group of likeminded people as company. You are on


• My First Bear Encounter - by jarba
  The summer I got my college degree in anthropology, I headed to a small ranch in Montana for a summer job. My employer, Jack, was a stout rancher in his 40s. He raised cattle and sheep, and two young sons, Roy 8 and Nick 6, with his wife Jean, a very


• Did I Pack My Toothbrush? Getting Organized For Travel - by Stacey Agin Murray
  For many of us summertime = vacation time. Some people will spend their days off at the local pool. Some may choose to sightsee in their own town.


• Zambia, What An Amazing Country! - by Enestle Zimba
  When you travel abroad, especially far away from home you want to have peace of mind. The same applies if you’re on an African safari. If your desire is to meet friendly, warm people then travel to Africa’s peace haven, Zambia.


• Turbulence Or Smooth Ride? You Decide. - by Pat Graham-Block
  Why is it that 2 people can use the same airport, the same airline and even be on the exact same flight, and have 2 totally different stories about their trip. Is it all about attitude. Well.


• Is An All Inclusive Resort Right For You? - by Yuri Smolyansky
  All-inclusive resorts can really help vacationers get the most out of their travel dollars. Today, over 400 hotels in the Caribbean and Mexico are either all-inclusive resorts or offer all inclusive packages. Destinations such as Aruba, Cancun,


• Bunbury Western Australia - by Keith Palmer
  The first recorded mapping of what is now Koombana Bay and the eventual City of Bunbury, was in 1803 by the French explorers Nicolas Baudin and Louis de Freycinet, from their ships the Geographe and Casuarina. In 1831 there was a temporary English mil


• Radisson Cruises- A Six Star Luxury Experience / Radisson Cruises- Best Cruise Value - by Colin Hartness
  Radisson cruises come under the flagship of six star luxury cruises offering an opportunity to explore and discover three hundred ports on 6 continents, including Antarctica. All the luxury liners share the same style of accommodation, service, dining


• A Mom's Getaway - by Valerie McDermott
  Destination: Block Island Accomplices: 6 High School Girlfriends (Yes, we’ve been friends for 5 years now ha ha) The time is 6:15 am on a Sunday. I’ve been up since 4:30 am. Am I a little eager.


• A Great Motorcycle Ride In Mexico: Queretaro. - by Daniel Levy
  A beautiful ride across cities and places named World Heritage by the Unesco, through an splendid protected natural area and ending in a surrealistic garden by artist Sir Edward James. Just keep reading. .


• Japanese Garden Of Monaco - by Laura Ciocan
  Have you ever seen an authentic Japanese garden. Well, I had the chance of seeing the one in Monaco and was really impressed too. Wanna taste a little Japanese culture.


• Las Vegas Whales - by Iulia Pascanu
  What Las Vegas jargon names "whales" is in fact the creme of the high rollers species. They are a handfull of people that in some opinions don't exceed 500 individuals in the world. Las Vegas hoteliers are nuts about them; some claim four or five of


• How To Save Money When Traveling - by Maria Estarellas
  Do you know you can go on a 7-day cruise for half the price. Or visit Europe for 15 days for only $2,000 per person including airfare, hotels, car rental and meals. If you follow these steps, you can save more up to 50% in travel expenses.


• Mexico's Riviera Maya: The New Caribbean Vacation Hotspot - by Barry deCocq
  Travelers who are looking for a fantastic all-inclusive resort destination that is priced far below most tropical destinations in and around the Caribbean should look into Mexico’s Riviera Maya. This area has fast become a very popular tropical vacat


• How To Travel For Free By Leading Or Promoting Tours - by Jacqueline Corbett
  Whether you're 16 or 60, you CAN travel just about anywhere in the world for free -- and even with a nice stash of cash in your pocket -- by telling like-minded people about a trip and convincing them to go with you. Get 5 to 20 to book the same trip


• Cruising Glacier Bay - by Jenna Grant
  You can watch movies about it, you can hear about it, you can read about it, but until you partake of it, you have no clue how thrilling it is to cruise Glacier Bay. Glacier Bay Mountain ranges with peaks over 10,000 feet, culminating in 15,320 f


• Ten Reasons To Move To The Costa Brava - by Christopher Longmore
  After France, Spain is Europe's most popular holiday destination, and the apparent dominance of France is to a large extent due to visitors in transit elsewhere. In 1996 between 1. 2 and 1.


• Las Vegas & The Movies - by Iulia Pascanu
  Sunny Las Vegas hosted hundreds of movies or movie-scenes. Some of them got the Oscar. Others got lost on the way.


• Always Win In The Casino Like James Bond - by Paul Kyriazi
  In the Bond film 'Diamonds Are Forever' we see James Bond confidently approach the craps table, call out a few choice bets, roll the dice, and collect his winnings under the admirering eyes of Lana Wood. 'Hey', she says, 'You handle those dice like a


• You Have To Love The Location, Say These Owners Of Orlando Florida Villas - by David Leonhardt
  It has been said that in real estate there are three things that count the most: location, location and location. I recently discovered how powerful this concept can be. Not long ago, I wrote an article about owning a vacation rental and what to


• Take The Grandchildren To Walt Disney World - by Cara Goldsbury
  What better opportunity to spoil the grandchildren than a trip to “The Most Magical Place on Earth”. And spoil them you can with so many things to see and do that children as well as adults will absolutely love. It’s a vacation guaranteed to create l


• Advice For The Theme Park Weary - by Cara Goldsbury
  When you just can’t take another day at the theme parks on your Orlando vacation consider these suggestions: Book a Spa Treatment - What better way to soothe fragile nerves and sore feet than a session at one of Orlando’s resort spas. On Disney p


• The Costa Brava Insight - by Christopher B. Longmore
  Starting at Blanes to the south and ending at Cadaques in the North, the Costa Brava offers purchasers natural beauty, proximity to the great city of Barcelona, historic medieval villages, world-famous restaurants like "El Bulli" at Roses, innumberable


• Family Cruise: Family Get-together For Fun - by Colin Hartness
  A family cruise is a perfect getaway with loads of fun and excitement for everybody. Whenever you have kids bored with the usual stuff amusement parks, theater and all and your spouse needs a change, plan a cruise. You will get addicted to it.


• How To Navigate The Bewildering Array Of Internet Cruise Deals - by John Williams
  Why do people love cruises . Why do so many cruise vacationers swear they wouldn't go back to hotel vacations. Cruise travel represents a pinnacle of luxury.


• Australia's Undiscovered Jewel - by Keith Palmer
  Bunbury and the South West area of Western Australia (or WA) is one of the world's great places to live, with a Mediterranean climate, sandy-white beaches, beautiful native forests and all the infrastructure expected of a modern western society. B


• Atlantis Discovered? - by Kenneth J. McCormick
  Well we definitely found Atlantis. This is according to Robert Sarmast. But who, exactly is Mr.


• Top Family Beach Vacation Destinations - by Jolana Klobouk
  Planning a family beach vacation. Looking for destinations with family resorts that have fun sports and activities for the whole family, all inclusive resorts where meals are included and kid clubs. Here are some of the most popular beach destination


• Making The Most Of Your Cruise - by Amos Croisiri
  Advance Planning Common Sense = Great Cruise. Cruises are a wonderful respite from the cares of the world. Twenty-four hours a day you are pampered with seemingly endless food, a wide variety of entertainment, opportunities for adventure, and so


• Alps And The Neuschwanstein Castle - by Joy Cagil
  My love affair with the Alps began inside the tight cabin of the now defunct Pan Am airlines. When I saw the wrinkled, craggy mountain tops breaking through thick clouds, I held my breath. Nothing like this majestic splendor had ever crossed my eyes.


• Dog Friendly Hotels Are Giving A Warm Welcome To Four-legged Guests - by David Brights
  Considering their dog to be an "equal member" of the family, most people feel guilty about leaving their pet at home while they go on vacation. In this case, dog friendly hotels become a very attractive option, as they help to avoid stress and expense


• Planning Your Cruise Ship Vacation - by Clinton Douglas IV
  Do It Right the First Time A vacation aboard a cruise ship is exhilarating. After all, what can be more relaxing, entertaining and rejuvenating than spending days upon days on the calm and peaceful sea – completely away from it all. Cruises are a


• Arizona: A Touch Of The Great Southwest - by Clinton Douglas IV
  When you visit Arizona, you'll relish in the rustic beauty and grace of the great American southwest. Visitors have so much to explore – from the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, to unique hiking trails, world-class golf courses...


• Best Romantic 2006 Fall Get-aways - by Clinton Douglas IV
  The weather outside is sultry and warm, still suitable for swim attire. But Fall vacation plans are well underway in households nationwide. With school back in session, Autumn is a great opportunity to take a weekend off to enjoy the serene...


• Experience The Magic Of Disneyworld - by Clinton Douglas IV
  Sunny Florida's own Disneyworld is an enchanted kingdom able to bring out the kid in all of us. Who can resist a day or more among your favorite Disney characters within an unspoiled, fairytale land. Set among four awe-inspiring theme parks...


• Saint Croix: Marvel In The Colors Of The Caribbean - by Clinton Douglas IV
  Beautiful Saint Croix Island, located in the tropical Caribbean Sea just 1,200 miles off the Miami coast, is the largest land body in the United States Virgin Islands. Long, peaceful beaches, sugar and rum plantations shape the landscape. Homes,


• Hawaii: Where Romance Meets Recreation - by Clinton Douglas IV
  The lush and accommodating volcanic formed Hawaiian Islands offer an enchanting Pacific, Polynesian paradise for travelers worldwide. The main islands of Oahu, Kauai, Hawaii and Maui, steeped in history and tradition, are temperate and comfortable.


• Home Away From Home: Benefits Of Condos Over Hotels And Rv’s - by Clinton Douglas IV
  Most parents of school-age children are forced to confine their family vacations to summer months, Christmas holiday and Spring break. Other families can choose to take their vacations at any time that is appropriate to their personal preferences


• Does Your Boston Terrier Want To Be With You? - by Abhik Sarkar
  This may come as a surprise. . .


• Four Common Skin Problems In Dogs - by Blake Kritzberg
  Dogs are susceptible to various skin problems -- which can be frustrating for owners who want to see Fido comfortable and happy. Does your dog have a skin problem, and if so, how do you fix it. That depends on the symptoms you see.


• Defend Your Dog And Stop That Hurting Paw! - by Blake Kritzberg
  Of course, we humans use shoes to protect our feet. We insist on it. But dogs usually don't have that luxury, and routinely walk over ice, rock, grass, cement and soil on their bare paws.


• Dealing With A Dog Food Allergy? - by Blake Kritzberg
  Just as humans allergies can show up as a sneeze or rash, your dog's allergies can manifest as itchiness -- or even ear infections. In fact, if your dog's allergic to his food, it can cause him to scratch himself constantly, even with no obvious paras


• Horse Training 101 - by Ray La Foy
  Each horse is different in how it learns and how it reacts to outside stimuli. Certain methods of horse training may apply to some horses, but it does not mean that it will be effective to all breeds of horse. To start horse training you must dev


• Your ‘purrrfect’ Companion - by Mary Majorda
  Out of all the pet animals, the cat is most expressive about its needs. The feline loves to be pampered and cared for. Don’t you just love the pretty pussy pictures they make.


• The Facts You Need To Know About Adopting A Dog - by Niall Kennedy
  Mum, dad, can we get a puppy. Its a plea that may parents will know only too well. How do you go about adopting a dog to make suure that the dog is happy and there isn't too much upheaval in your home.


• How To Care For Your Fishes Without Spending A Fortune - by Partha Mitra
  Whether you have a big sized aquarium with lots of fishes or just a glass bowl on your table with a couple of Gold fishes, they give you great pleasure and tranquility to see them. Fishes are most soothing pets, but they can be real delicate too.


• Revealed! Secret Training Methods For Your Dog! - by Ray Coleiro
  Have you fallen under the spell of large limpid eyes and a saucy grin. Enchanted by the petite one with the grace of a ballet dancer and terrier –like qualities. Or were you taken by cute and goofy like appearance and personality of the larger


• 12 Golden Rules For Every Dog Owner - by Ray Coleiro
  Discipline and good behavior are not just for your Dog they apply to you, the pet-parent too. Buying a dog is not all “cochie coo” business -- it signals the beginning of a lifetime of commitment and responsibility. 1.


• What Should You Know About Your Dog Before You Start Training? - by Ray Coleiro
  In order to train your dog perfectly, you need to know him well – his needs, behavior, as well as moods. If you comprehend clearly the “world” of the Dog you will be able to train him perfectly --draw on his strengths and work on his weaknesses.


• How To Become A Successful Dog Trainer? - by Ray Coleiro
  While reams have been written and expounded on training secrets and the psychology of the dog one often tends to forget that the “mason” is the one who lays the bricks and makes the building strong. In this case it is the “attitude” of the trainer. H


• Key Secrets To Remember In Dog Training - by Ray Coleiro
  While training your dog please remember: Do not punish the dog. Punishment is not a training aid. It does little to foster willingness to learn and achieve.


• Why Do You Need Canine Good Citizens Certification? - by Ray Coleiro
  If you want your dog to participate in dog activities like therapy groups then you need to obtain a Canine Good Citizens certification for your pet. The “Canine Good Citizens” certification is based on 10 steps that demonstrate the owner’s contr


• Breeding Discus – 3 Ways To Encourage Spawning - by Rob Clarke
  So you have a mature pair of discus fish that have shown an interest in each other but there not laying any eggs. The most important factor in discus breeding in the water quality, make sure it is soft, acidic and clean. If you have this water, y


• Questions To Ask When Choosing A Dog For Family Life - by Shannon Emmanuel
  Dog’s come in all shapes and sizes – out of all the dogs you’ve ever met you’ve probably been more attracted to some breeds than others. Perhaps you had a dog when you were growing up and want the same breed for your children. But more needs to be de


• Top 5 Dog Health Problems - by Chris Suckow
  Dog Owner’s commonly ask me the same questions repeatedly. This article aims to help dog owners prevent and find information about the most common dog health problems. Understanding the basics of these problems will go a long ways to helping your c


• How Many Cat Litter Boxes Do You Need? - by Nancy E. Wigal
  The number of cat litter boxes available for your kitties is another key to good litter box habits. Many cats are fussy about their litter boxes, and if they aren't happy with number you provide, they communicate their unhappiness to you in most direc


• Does Your Dog Miss You Too Much? - by Blake Kritzberg
  Your dog seems to be driving you up the wall lately, exhibiting serious behavior problems -- and no amount of verbal correction seems to work. She chews the furniture, gnaws on shoes, turns over the trash cans, howls and barks when you're not around,


• Meal Planning Help: Meal One - by Monica Resinger
  It's nice when I find a meal where the foods compliment each other because it simplifies my life by knowing what to serve with what. Of course I don't have to stick to any one meal plan; I can mix and match the main dishes and sides, but a lot of the


• Meal Planning Help: Meal Two - by Monica Resinger
  One meal planning challenge for me has been to `lighten up' for my family's and my health. My husband and I were both raised on `meat and potatoes' so it has been a difficult change. But we are making gradual progress.


• My Mother's Recipe Box - by Rachel Paxton
  Remember the days when cookbooks weren't so readily available, and you or your mother relied on only one or two different cookbooks for cooking all of your family's meals. I still have my mother's old cookbooks, as well as my grandmother's. Each one


• Canarian Recipes For Shrove Tuesday - by Pamela Heywood
  For the British at least, Shrove Tuesday is probably better known as Pancake Day. Those wonderful delicacies, smothered in sugar and lemon and often tossed around in village competitions. As you will see from the recipes below, the Brits certainly do


• Avoid Holiday Excess With Tasty, All-natural Recipes - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - The holidays have long been viewed, from a food perspective, as a time of excess. An extra helping of stuffing for Thanksgiving, a few cookies at the office party, an extra glass of champagne to ring in the New Year, and most people just give


• What's That In My Food! - by Kathy Thompson
  If you drop a bomb, you kill not only your enemies but your friends as well. This is the effect food additives have on humans. Man has existed for thousands of years, and only started using additives at the start of the industrial revolution,


• The Romance Of Coffee - by ARA Content
  (ARA) - As the great composer Johann Sebastian Bach once said, '"Ah. How sweet coffee tastes. Lovelier than a thousand kisses, sweeter far than muscatel wine.


• Balance Your Moods With Food - by News Canada
  (NC)-Here are some helpful hints on the nutrients you need to stay "emotionally fit" and help prevent mood-swings. These foods help keep you "hormonally" healthy - see Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating to ensure that you get all of the nutrients n


• Bartender Quick Tip: Buy Vodka Evenly Blended With Lime - by News Canada
  (NC)-Special occasion gatherings and parties take a lot of planning and preparation, especially for the food and beverages. An occasional short-cut therefore, with a guaranteed taste-pleaser is very welcome indeed. Lime is one of the most natural and


• Beauty Drinks - by News Canada
  (NC)-Cool and refreshing, these delicious smoothies are not only a great energizer on a hot summer day, they're great for your skin too. Made with antioxidant-rich California peaches, plums and nectarines, these drinks will help your skin ward off the


• What's Cookin' - Warm Chicken Salad With Orange Sesame Dressing - by News Canada
  (NC)-Serves 4 6 cups mixed salad greens 1/2 red pepper; cut into strips 1/2 small red onion, sliced 1/2 lb Maple Lodge Farms Premium Rotisserie Seasoned Chicken Breast cut into strips 1 tbsp olive oil 1 cup bean sprouts


• Chicken Scoop: Why Is Chicken A Dieter's Best Friend? - by News Canada
  Let's Ask the Experts (NC)-Did you know a skinless chicken breast contains less than 1. 5 grams of fat per 100 gram serving. Offering expert advice just in time for bathing suit season, Bryan Hughes, New Product Development Manager at Maple Lodge


• A Cocktail Is Not A Cocktail Without Lime - by News Canada
  (NC)-Citrus is the fruit of good health and well-being - and indeed, for many of us there is nothing more rejuvenating than the taste and aroma of freshly squeezed lime. It makes for great cocktails too. Vodka cocktails are very popular at any t


• Cooler Summer Expected - by News Canada
  (NC)-A long, hot summer is the right time to sample the growing number of coolers now available. They come in just about every flavour imaginable from the traditional lemonade to the exotic passion fruit. But, just as new favourites are introduced ea


• Eat Your Way To Healthy Hormones - by News Canada
  (NC)-Reaching for a mid-afternoon candy bar instead of ripe fruit or raw vegetables can have serious consequences on our physical - and emotional health. According to a recent survey, 70% of Canadians are not getting the recommended five to 10 serving


• Making The Food-mood Connection - by News Canada
  (NC)-Food is more that just fuel for our bodies. What we eat - and when - has a major influence on the hormones that control our moods and emotional well-being, according to Sam Graci, nutritional researcher and author of the new book - The Food Conne


• Make Lemonaid From A Lemon - by Debra Vaughn
  About 2 months ago my family grew by one more. When we had our baby, the reality that we could no longer fit our family into a car hit us. Our back seat simply would not fit 2 carseats and a carrier car seat.


• Easter Party Ideas - by Rachel Webb
  Easter marks the start of spring and is a sacred holiday for Christians throughout the world as it signifies when Jesus Christ was resurrected from the grave to live again. But where did the Easter bunny and eggs fit into the Easter tradition. Th


• Make A Budget To Help Your Dreams Come True - by Monica Resinger
  A budget is a very important tool when you are trying to meet financial goals. It helps you to see where your money is going and therefore helps you determine where you can cut back. It also gives you something to go by when you get paid rather than


• Business Partners & Marital Partners, Will The Marriage Survive? (part I) - by Chuck & Sue DeFiore
  With today's economy, and the layoffs occurring as a result of these economic conditions, more and more people are opting to start their own business. Due to the low start up costs, the prevalence of home-based businesses is on the rise, many of these


• Business Partners & Marital Partners, Will The Marriage Survive? (part Ii) - by Chuck & Sue DeFiore
  In the last article, we concluded by saying that keeping your business and personal relationships separate is very important to the survival of both your business and your marriage. In this article we will talk about how to achieve this goal. One


• Preparing For The Holidays: Ho Ho Ho... Or Bah Humbug! - by Kathy Paauw
  Some of my clients dread the holiday season because it often represents stress, pressure, expectations, guilt, disappointment, pain, loneliness, exhaustion. . .


• Winter Blahs Become Family Fun - by Sarah Zanger
  After spending another dreary winter Sunday with not much to do I decided our family needed an exciting activity. I thought I needed a break from planning dinner so I'd give myself a break and give them an activity. I told my children that t


• Consignment Shopping Pays Off - by Rachel Paxton
  Is your closet full of clothes you never wear. You can bet there are a lot of people who have a closet or dressers full of clothes they never wear. I did too, until I started consignment shopping.


• Commonsense Approach To Domestic Violence - by Regena English
  Domestic violence the catch phrase for the past ten years. People use the words as if they represent an incurable disease rather than what it really is, deplorable human behaviors. It doesn't matter how many times Oprah, Sally, or Montel talk about d


• Games Of The Past Meet The Present - by Brandie Valenzuela
  Recently, our family had the opportunity to care for sisters' children for a couple days, when she and her husband traveled to a bed and breakfast for some much need rest and relaxation. They don't have a chance to get away that often, so I was more t


• Birthday Party Themes That Put Little Girls Centre Stage - by News Canada
  (NC) - The mere thought of planning a birthday party fit for a princess can cause parents to panic - but there's no need to stress because with the proper theme, your little girl's party can be a huge success. According to birthdayuniversity. com


• Preparing For Safe Cottage Life - by News Canada
  (NC)-Cottage living is home away from home to Canadians and life at the cottage boasts campfires, fireworks and hearty eating. In fact, Canadians love their cottages and feel more at home there than anywhere else, according to a 1998 Royal Bank survey


• Tips For The Whole Family To Practice Summer Fire Safety - by News Canada
  Teach children the nature of fire - It is FAST, HOT and DANGEROUS. Prepare a home escape plan. Practice fire drills regularly Teach your children the fire department's phone number or 911 Always keep matches and lighters


• Grassophobia - by David Leonhardt a.k.a. The Happy Guy
  Each day my daughter, pushing one year old now, amazes me with the lessons she teaches me. Yes, here I go again learning lessons from someone too young to speak. (Hmm … maybe that's a lesson, too.


• The Family Cycle (i) - Euphoric And Dysphoric Cycles In Marriage - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Despite all the fashionable theories of marriage, the narratives and the feminists, the reasons to engage in marriage largely remain the same. True, there have been role reversals and new stereotypes have cropped up. But the biological, physiological


• Preparing The Perfect Birthday - How To Make Planning Quick And Easy - by News Canada
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• From The Science Desk - by News Canada
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• Window Décor Q&a - by Yasmin Siboldi, Manager, Visual Merchandising at Blinds To Go (courtesy of News Canada)
  Q: We've just moved into our home and we were considering different window treatment options. When it comes to the front of the house how uniform should our treatments be. Should they all be in one color or is it preferable to mix and match depending


• Windows Last Decor Priority When Canadians Move - by News Canada
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• Refresh, Renew, Rejuvenate Your Home With A Makeover - by ARA Content
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• Making Your Kitchen Work For You - by Barbara Schmidt (ARA Content)
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• Ready To Move? Consider Remodeling Instead - by ARA Content
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• The Uglier The Better - by ARA Content
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• Replacing The Irreplaceable - by ARA Content
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• The Time To Remodel Your Home Is Now - by ARA Content
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• Finishing Touches Make The Difference Between Drab And Fab - by ARA Content
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• Putting Passion Back Into Home Decorating - by Veronyka Lau
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• Ivory Like Sholapith Sculptures From India - by Som Chaudhury
  In the past, collectors have been fascinated with sculptures of pure white Ivory without knowing the damage it caused to our eco-system. Luckily governments of a number of nations have banned Ivory trade altogether. Craftsmen from eastern India h


• How To Decorate Ethnic - by Yuwanda Black
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• Finding Adventure In Little Things - by David Leonhardt
  We recently planted our saskatoon berry trees. I am sure those of you who live in Saskatchewan know exactly what I am talking about. For the 99.


• Fuming Over The High Cost Of Electricity? Switch To Oilheat - by News Canada
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• Furnace Inspections A Must Under New Oilheat Regulations - by News Canada
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• Still Heating Your Water With Electricity? Now Is The Time To Switch To Oil - by News Canada
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• Use The Summer To Winterize And Update Your Heating Equipment - by News Canada
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• Built With The Best - No Better Place To Live - by News Canada
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• How Big A Hole Do You Have In Your Wall? - by News Canada
  (NC)-Imagine punching a hole in one of your home's outside walls and feeling the cold, dry winter wind rush into your house. Now imagine what all that cold air will mean for next fall's heating bill. The equivalent of such a hole is probably alre


• Save Money When You Renovate - by News Canada
  (NC)-If you're planning a home renovation, now is the time to think about making your house more comfortable and energy efficient - and saving money along the way. In many homes, upgrading the roof, the walls and major equipment such as the furnac


• Could Your Garden Pass A Soil Test? - by News Canada
  (NC)-How well do you know your soil. It's an important question for the health of the plants in and around your house. Good soil does more than provide a foundation for roots to grab on to.


• The "environmentally Friendly" Lawn - by News Canada
  Organic or conventional fertilizer. (NC)-A well-maintained lawn acts like a giant air filter, constantly removing pollutants and carbon dioxide, and replenishing the oxygen supply. A lawn is a valuable addition to every home environment, rega


• Ten Steps To A Healthy Lawn - by News Canada
  A simple, "preventative maintenance" lawn care plan will keep your lawn in top shape all year 'round (NC)-Just follow these 10 easy steps to keep your lawn at its best: 1. Start with a good soil preparation. If you're starting a new lawn, yo


• Tips On Starting Plants From Seed - by News Canada
  For many people, it's the preferred way to begin a garden. (NC)-If you only draw on local resources of bedding and potted plants, you're likely missing a huge variety of plant types . .


• Back To Barrels - by News Canada
  (NC)-Reusing rainwater is not a new concept. Families have saved water in ponds, cisterns, buckets and barrels for centuries for use in watering, washing and even drinking. In fact, this practice is still common in many parts of the world.


• Boot Pests - And Chemicals To Boot - by News Canada
  (NC)-As more and more Canadians seek alternatives to traditional chemical pesticides, more and more natural products become available. Research is at an all-time high with new insect control technologies hitting the market each and every year. Th


• The Dawn Of A New Lawn - by News Canada
  (NC)-One of the crowning ambitions of most homeowners is the creation of a beautiful lawn. In the case of new homes, or lawns that have been badly damaged, starting from scratch is necessary. While that may seem a daunting task, it's not as difficult


• Improve Your Pest Control - by News Canada
  (NC)-Pests come in a variety of forms, from mice, earwigs, ants and grubs to invasive weeds. They can trigger allergies, carry disease, contaminate food and even damage our possessions. But a few simple preventative measures can stop pests before the


• How To Take Care Of Weeds - by News Canada
  (NC)-Their names may be cute and slightly amusing - chickweed, creeping charlie, dandelion, crabgrass - but weeds can be a major annoyance. Left untreated, they spread quickly, fighting the grass for food, light and space. Many of them, like crabgras


• How To Sell Your House For Full Price - by Caterina Christakos
  How to Sell Your House For Full Price Without a Broker Many people believe that a real estate broker is needed to sell their house. So they post it with a broker who may or may not sell it and if they do charge exorbitant fees. One would think t


• The Spare Parts Gremlins - by David Leonhardt
  Don't you just love getting a little something extra. Sure you do. Everybody does.


• The Smart Way To Look At Home Improvements - by W. Troy Swezey
  What home improvements really pay off when the time comes to sell your house. That’s an important question for any homeowner contemplating moving or remodeling. And the only possible answer is a somewhat complicated one.


• Remodeling Your Home: How Much Is Too Much? - by W. Troy Swezey
  The classic way for homeowners to increase the value of their house is by remodeling existing rooms or adding on to its current plan. Some choose to build recreation rooms and studies while others add new appliances, fixtures and cabinets to enliv


• New Trends In Design & Comfortable Living - by Lise Richards
  For the past several years I have seen the emergence of a new trend called ‘Lifestyling’. Lifestyling encompasses many elements on gracious living, extravagant and memorable entertaining, architecture, home design, and tips on where to live comfortabl


• How To Give Your Home More Space - by Tameka Norris
  Have you been wondering how to free up space in your home. Do you live in a dorm or an efficiency where every inch of space counts. Maybe you're tired of trying to come up with ideas on how to reduce the clutter.


• Home Of The Year - by David Leonhardt
  We were gathered 'round the television, where Little Lady was watching an episode of Stuart Little. The kids had entered their house for a Home Of The Year contest sponsored by some fancy magazine. I turned to my wife with yet another one of my


• Change The Style Of Your Interior With A Minimum Of Costs - by Clark Vansteensel
  The style of your interior depends for a great part on the decoration on the walls. Using the right picture on the right place can make your room look bigger. I experienced this for myself when I came in this business.


• Tearing Down The House - by David Leonhardt
  Last year, we bought this big ol' 1887 house. We are just now coming to grips with the magnitude of the "upgrades" planned. With a baby on the way and Little Lady all of two years old burning calories faster than pillagers burn the Amazon rain


• Home Safety Tips For Seniors - by News Canada
  (NC)—Did you know that in Canada, every day approximately 1000 people celebrate their 50th birthday. As time goes on, more and more Canadians are staying in their homes longer. Feeling a sense of security is an important part of our decision on w


• Home Safety Tips: Arm Yourself Against The Threat Of A Break-in - by News Canada
  (NC)—In 1999, Statistics Canada reported that there were approximately 92,485 break and enters reported to police, however, some of these crimes remained unreported. Property crime losses ranged from little or nothing of value to materials costing hun


• 7 Easy Ideas For Organizing Kids Artwork - by Maria Gracia
  In school, kids are encouraged to create, draw, color, paint and build. These activities can certainly stimulate children, and help them grow. Very often, these masterpieces that your children create are brought home and proudly displayed.


• Get Down (on The Floor!) And Play With Your Children - by Heidi Hoff
  When was the last time you and your kids rolled around on the floor together laughing yourselves silly. If you're like me, it may have been a while. Sometimes I get caught up in household chores, give errands a priority or answer the phone when I kno


• Anti Scooter Media Frenzy - by Rachel Webb
  An estimated five million scooters will be sold this year and according to the U. S. Product Safety Commission 26,000 scooter-related injuries were reported before the end of December 2000.


• A Dangerous Environment - by Richard Lowe, Jr.
  The internet is a dangerous place for your children. Don't even begin to believe that your child is safe. There are more dangers than you can possibly imagine waiting to lure children to their doom.


• The Top 10 Tips For Communicating With Children - by Dr. Clare Albright
  Most people have more training before they receive their driver's license than before they become a parent. Educating yourself on how to communicate effectively with your child can be the key to achieving your parenting goals. If you do not have chil


• Celebrating Fathers - by Susie Michelle Cortright
  On Father's Day, we celebrate the guys in our lives. Not just our dads and the fathers to our children, but all the men who have made a positive impact on a child’s life. A number of recently published studies call attention to the effects of good


• The Top 10 Tips On Hiring A Babysitter - by Dr. Clare Albright
  1. Encourage your babysitter by keeping their favorite foods/snacks on hand. Write a thank you card to your babysitters a couple of times a year.


• The Top 10 Fun Things For Parents And Toddlers To Play With - by Dr. Clare Albright
  1. Give your child a spray bottle of water and watch them spray every possible thing outside of the house. 2.


• The Offspring Of Aeolus - On The Incest Taboo - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  Incest is not such a clear-cut matter as it has been made out to be over millennia of taboos. Many participants claim to have enjoyed the act and its physical and emotional consequences. It is often the result of seduction.


• Parenting - The Irrational Vocation - by Sam Vaknin, Ph.D.
  There are some grounds to assume that a cognitive dissonance is involved in feeling that children are more a satisfaction than a nuisance. Why do people bother with parenting. It is time consuming, exhausting, strains otherwise pleasurable and tranqu


• Talk Your Child Clever - by Susan du Plessis
  Most parents can hardly wait for their baby to say its first word. This usually happens between the nine months and a year. From about two years, the child should be able to use simple phrases, and by three he should be able to use full sentences.


• Preparing Your Child For The Three R's - by Susan du Plessis
  There is little doubt that reading, 'riting and 'rithmetic are crucial elements in the education of any child. A child's ability to later cope in the adult world, to have a career, to take charge of his financial affairs and to live independently depe


• Frugal Ways To Show Your Love - by Brandie Valenzuela
  At one time, I would have never wanted to share my frugal ideas for showing love to those around you. My reason for keeping it to myself. At one time I thought that no one would be interested.


• Parenting Predicaments - by Alternative Parenting
  Predicament: My son is 4 1/2 years old. His younger brother is 2 1/2. From the time his brother was born, until now, he has been loving, giving, and caring.


• Give Presence Not Presents - by Rachel Webb
  Throughout the year we have many gift-giving opportunities to show love to those around us. From Christmas to Birthdays, Valentines Day and more, our thoughts turn to finding the perfect gift. Before you shop and wrap remember that our loved ones nee


• Stop, Look, Listen! Steps To Better Parenting Communication - by Rachel Webb
  As a parent is seems that the majority of your day is spent trying to get your children to listen to what you are trying to teach them. Make them understand how to me a responsible child. Convince them to make the right choices.


• Is Your Child Ready For An Allowance? - by Heidi Hoff
  Children think money grows on trees. Maybe not literally, but they sure think there is a never-ending supply of it. They see you at the grocery store pushing a cart overflowing with the week's groceries; you hand the cashier a piece of plastic and su


• Three Steps To Safety On Wheels - by News Canada
  (NC)-Are your kids safe when riding on wheels - bicycles, scooters, skateboards or in-line skates. Safe Kids Canada, a national child safety program, has launched the "Got Wheels - Get a Helmet. " campaign this spring.


• Dyslexia: Is The Shoe Perhaps On The Wrong Foot? - by Susan du Plessis
  Reading is the most important skill that a child must acquire at school, because one must learn to read to be able to read to learn. The implication of this is that the child who is a poor reader will usually also be a poor learner. Unfortunately


• It Doesn't Take Much Force To Cause A Head Injury - by News Canada
  (NC)-Head injuries are the number one cause of serious injury and death to kids on wheeled equipment such as bicycles, in-line skates, scooters and skateboards. Few people realize that the human skull is more fragile than it looks. "The human sku


• Helmets Work: The Trick Is Getting Your Child To Wear One - by News Canada
  (NC)-Bikes, scooters, skateboards and in-line skates are popular with Canadian children. But it's important to stay safe, stresses Safe Kids Canada. Head injuries are the number one cause of serious injury and death to kids on wheels, says Amy Z


• Helping Parents Cope With Children's Disabilities - by News Canada
  (NC)-Parents of children with disabilities face extra demands on their time, energy and resources. Most cope well, despite the fact that increased stress takes a physical and emotional toll. Why do some parents cope better than others.


• How To Help Kids Deal With Stress - by News Canada
  (NC)-Modern life is faster and more stressful than ever. To cope, many resort to dreaming of their happy childhood days. But for a surprising number of people, this kind solace is unavailable.


• Nurtured By Love Or Matured By Nature? - by Susan du Plessis
  “There is nothing new under the sun,” states Ecclesiastes 1:9. This is certainly true of the nature-nurture debate, the modern name for the ageless argument about the importance of learning in the development of the child. While one side


• Hocus Pocus? It's Just Focus! - by Evonne Llewellyn
  How many times have you wondered what magic formula the top Net earners were using. There really isn't any magic involved. No magic wand or success secret that only a select few know about.


• Creating Trust - by Mari Peckham
  It can be difficult, at best, to do business on the Internet. Okay, you and I LIVE out here. We have grown to rely and trust the Internet.


• 10 Things You Should Try To Barter For Before Buying - by Larry Dotson
  1. Information Products - it could be ebooks, "how to" videos, cassettes, magazines, newsletters, paid e-zines, courses, etc. 2.


• How To Turn Any Product You Sell In To Residual Income - by Larry Dotson
  The concept of this is for you to offer a subscription type product as an upsell or backend product. For example, if you're selling an ebook for $37 offer a subscription to a related e-zine for $9. 95 a month.


• How To Choose An Affiliate Program To Join - by Gian Luigi Ruggeri
  All the internet users related to the netmarketing are often faced with this topic. There is in fact a huge number of websites that offer affiliate or reseller programs. Which mean rather the same thing, but not exactly.


• The Secret To Success Is In The **doing** - by Paul Verigin
  One of the unique features about doing business on the net is that you are exposed to unimaginable volumes of information. It can boggle your mind. You can read until you go cross eyed and your head starts to spin.


• One Giant Leap For Mankind - by Paul White
  Those Oldies amongst us who can actually remember Neil Armstrong walking on the Moon never think of it as just history. We were there. It was live, and we were all part of it.


• 10 Ways Focus Groups Can Propel Your Profits - by Larry Dotson
  A focus group is a group of employees or current customers that discuss and brainstorm new ways to improve different parts of your business. 1. They can give you new ideas on how to advertise and market your product or service to your targeted a


• How To Create Your Own Information Product: 3 Examples Of Profiting From The Information Superhighway - by Dale Armin Miller
  A number of articles tout the benefits of selling your own products. (You get all the profits. ) There's a lot written about how your product should somehow be "information.


• 20 Ways To Increase Your Traffic And Sales Using Free Follow-up Autoresponder Courses - by Larry Dotson
  An autoresponder course is a group of articles or information set up to be sent out separately over a set period of time by e-mail. People just e-mail your autoresponder to receive the free course and it is sent out automatically over time. You can f


• Don't Be Anonymous Anymore: 7 Ways To Use Orange Snowflakes To Increase Traffic And Internet Profits - by Johannes Garrido
  Out of the over 1 billion web pages on the net, exactly HOW do you plan to get your site noticed. The Answer - Orange Snowflakes. Out of the myriad of marketing techniques and approaches, do you KNOW what's the #1 source for internet profi


• Free Online Content To Make Your Website Sticky - by Chuck McCullough
  Depending on what you are reading, most sources state that a person must see an offer somewhere between 3 and 10 times before he or she will actually purchase. And unless you are a master copywriter with expertise in forcing the sale down your vi


• Are You The Master? - by John Colanzi
  Have you noticed some of these posts in the forums or the feedback sections of the marketing ezines. <> Is anybody really making money online. <> I've been promoting this program for months and I'm not making any money.


• How To Avoid The Death Of Your Business - by Paul Barrs
  Hello and welcome to this, our final tutorial, in our series, "101 Ideas to Improve your Business. " Administration and Management. What is it.


• 10 Reasons To Sell A Fee Based Subscription Ezine - by Larry Dotson
  1. You will create residual income. For example, if you charge a monthly subscription fee, you will get recurring income every month.


• Time Management And Organization For Online Marketers - by Shery Ma Belle Arrieta
  TIME DEMON. For online marketers, time is one of their most important assets -- time spent marketing and selling their products. But often, organizing information (i.


• Selling Yourself To Reach Online Success - by Brian Moore
  Usually, success in an online business depends upon selling outstanding products or representing really good affiliate plans. But just as important in getting people to buy from you is your business image. In this article we will look at how to defin


• How To Get A Big Downline Without Being A Superpromoter - by Heidi Moore
  Do you routinely sign up thousands of direct referrals. Me either. I do get a lot of signups for some of my programs without doing ANY promoting.


• Website Magic: How To Compact Ten Online Seminars Into One Free E-book - by Paul Barrs
  Marketing a new E-book is one of the many challenging tasks that we face as Online Entrepreneurs. Articles are great. But surely there must be an easier way.


• Is Your Company Name Killing Your Online Business? - by John Buchanan
  Ahhh. . .


• Can I Really Make Money Online? - by Patty Baldwin
  You certainly can. You can also make money by investing wisely or working a 9 to 5 job, or starting a business. Play along with me for a minute.


• 3 Hot Ways To Crank Up Your Sales - by Larry Dotson
  1) QUICK FOLLOW-UPS When you make your first sale, follow-up with the customer. You could follow-up with a "thank you" email and include an advertisement for another product you sell. You can be more subtle including the offer within you


• Affiliate Programs... A Not That Easy Start To Your Own Online Business - by Elena Fawkner
  "Where is all the help I'm supposed to get. I have been buying ezine and classified ad builders and signing up for Echecks and Virtual credit cards. In the meantime I have no business and no ads set up.


• He Didn't Plan To Fail - He Failed To Plan - by Tony Murtagh
  Before you go too far down the road of developing your web-based business (or any business for that matter) you really need to formulate a plan of action. Your plan should have long term goals and short-term action points - and be realistic and ac


• The Benefits Of Having Internet Big Picture Skills - by Alwyn Botha
  This article explains the value and relevance of having Internet big picture skills. To start, just what is Internet Big Picture skills. Definition: Internet Big Picture skills Being able to understand problems and Internet opportu


• Affiliate Surprise - by Marci Perrine
  I can’t believe it. I open up my mail today, and what do I receive. A statement from one of my affiliates saying that I’ve earned a pretty good amount of money for the last quarter.


• Running Your Own Race - by Elena Fawkner
  There was an article on the front page of the Los Angeles Times Friday that caught my eye. The headline was "Small Dot-Coms Thrive While Industry Giants Melt Down". Here are the opening paragraphs .


• The Secret Of Making Money On The Web - by Tony Murtagh
  So, you really want to know the secret formula of how to make some money out of a home business on the Web. Well, that formula is J. F.


• Selling From Your Website - by Corinna and Leron Gittens-Arnold
  Greetings. Friends and relitives ask us all the time " How do sell from your website. " and no doubt you want to know as well.


• Taking Email Marketing To The Next Level - by Karen Fegarty
  How to use the latest e-messaging strategies to increase profits. Many types of Internet advertising don't work as well as they once did. People have gotten used to banners and don't click on them.


• Ashes To Ashes, Bytes To Bytes - by Kent E. Butler
  She didn't have to die. She was young, she was beautiful, and, yes, she was exciting. Now she's gone, and it was all so unnecessary - so, so senseless.


• How To Be Creative - by Dave Cole
  Network marketing is an art as much as it is an applied science. To take a blank sheet of paper or canvas and draw or paint an interesting picture, you've got to have an imagination and creativity. The other day, I was watching some video tapes I


• 21 Success Strategies Of Ebay Powersellers - by David Espino
  The online auction giant - eBay - has exploded on the Internet scene. Currently boasting over 29 Million members, eBay is one of the most visible and far-reaching Internet companies in existence, with a large segment of the population either using the


• The Effects Of Ebay On American Merchandising - by David Espino
  With one brilliantly simple idea, eBay was born just a few short years ago. From its humble beginnings in the Collectibles business, it went on to achieve the lofty heights it enjoys today. As eBay has continued to grow to over 30 million r


• Online Auction Sellers - Seize Control Of Your Business! - by David Espino
  As the online auction model of business continues to evolve toward a more commoditized, corporate marketplace, it is time for online auction sellers to seize control of their business, before it’s too late. In this article we will highlight


• How Pop-culture Collectibles Can Increase Your Online Auction Profits - by David Espino
  How Pop Culture collectibles can increase your Online Auction profits With the increasingly competitive environment for products to sell in the online auction arena, sellers are getting more creative as to the items they purchase for re-sale.


• Thousands Of Banner Displays - For Free! - by Michael Hopkins
  Here's a little trick that's quick and easy to excecute and will get your banner displayed thousands of times across the web. Putting this tip into action requires no big commitment on your part - in most cases you just do it and forget about it.


• Easy Ebook Ideas - by Dan Grossman
  Everybody should love eBooks. You can give them away in order to promote your site, increase subscribers to your newsletter, or just as a free gift. You can write about something people want to know and sell them for a profit.


• What Good Is An Autoresponder? - by Richard Lowe, Jr.
  A term that confuses just about everyone is "autoresponder". When I mention that to friends or associates, they almost always reply with a blank stare, a "what the heck is that", or "I don't like those at all". Even t


• Where Two Or More Keyboards Are Gathered Together... - by Lynne Schlumpf
  Napoleon Hill, famous author of an equally famous book, "Think And Grow Rich", discussed a concept you can use to build your website's fortress against failure. I recommend this book everytime I meet someone who has that "fire"


• What My Worthless Sponsor Didn't Tell Me... - by Glen Palo
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• 10 Profitable Ways To Recycle Your Content - by Larry Dotson
  1. Repackage your web site content in to different products to sell. You could create speeches, audio books, classes, and video tapes with your content.


• Ezine Tips - by Richard Lowe, Jr.
  If you are anything like me, you work extremely hard to get people to come to your web site. This eats up a significant portion of very single day - well over half my "web site" time is spent getting people to visit. Most of the remainder o


• You Don't Know Which One... - by Taban Khadjeh Nassiri
  I still remember it very clear . . .


• Guarantee For Success - by Bob McGrath
  If you're trying to get a new online business started, and you don't have a clearly stated guarantee policy, I can GUARANTEE you that a year from now, you'll still be trying to get your business OFF THE GROUND, unless you've gotten discouraged and give


• Speaking Of Success - by Philip E. Humbert, Ph.D.
  In the quest to attract customers and make more sales, the temptation is to focus on the Internet. It's easy to forget there are other tools that are less tedious, easier to use, and even more effective. For example, simply telling people what we


• Succees With A 1930's Computer - by Dominic Koklas
  I'll never forget the day that my brother, who runs up his own department in a major software company, came to my house with a box full of computer parts. He told me it was time that I got with the program and join the twentieth century. He built thi


• Your Magnificant Obsession - by John Colanzi
  Wow. You've just signed up for the greatest prgram on earth. This baby's going to give you "Unlimited Wealth" to satify your: Wants Needs Desires Boy you're going to be running with the "Big Dogs"


• The Five Most Commonly Encountered, Off-putting E-commerce Errors - by Marcia Yudkin
  While getting less public handwringing than during holiday season, the "abandoned shopping cart problem" continues to wreak havoc on online sales. Recently I judged a raftload of sites for the Webby Awards (my second time) and for the Inc. magazine


• Overcoming The Five Obstacles To Affiliate Success - by Bill Platt
  Nearly every mass marketable product or service available online sports an Affiliate Program or MLM matrix to encourage small business people to sell those products or services to others. For beginners in the online marketplace and even some p


• Branding On The Web Is Like Mining For Fools Gold - by Lee Traupel
  I am sick and tired of marketing geeks touting the beauty of branding, brand building and just spouting branding in any context, especially when the term is used with "internet" or "web" or "digital. " You can't have a conversation today for more than


• Choosing An Internet Merchant Account - by Andy Quick
  Surf to Google and perform a search on "Internet Merchant Account". The results are staggering (472,000 results. ) If you have created a web based business and need to accept credit card payments, your choices are limitless.


• Does Your Homepage Work? - by Peter Simmons
  All websites have a homepage. It is the most important page of your site. It acts as the main gateway to the entire site.


• Don't Let Amazon.com Use Up Your Valuable Bandwidth! - by Michael Hopkins
  You already know that affiliate programs are a great way to make additional income for your web business. By promoting products that are RELEVANT to your target audience and presenting those products in a meaningful way through the pages of your


• How To Get Flash Indexed By The Search Engines - by Robin Nobles
  Note: The example portions of this article have been removed. However, you can view the article in its entirety at:


• Growing Your Company In Today's Chaotic Market! - by Lee Traupel
  I think we've all heard enough bad news to last us few months to last us several lifetimes. Our mantra for clients is "get over it" - cut your losses when where you can and focus on the basic building blocks to grow your business. Here are some funda


• Growth From Within - by Dan Brown
  Business on the Net is a fast paced proposition. Net entrepreneurs are looking for the edge that will take their business to the next level. Who doesn't want more business, right.


• Is There A Guru In The House? - by Joe Myna
  The Internet has given us many marvelous advantages in international marketing, from the speed and convenience of email to the ease and economy of product downloading. Yet these wonders pale by comparison when you realize the sheer volume of Guru


• How Did You Get Here? - by Michael Hopkins
  When marketing your website, it's important to know which of your efforts are producing results and which of them are a waste of time. You can learn a lot about this by analyzing your website's statistics (assuming your webhost offers this servic


• How Much Should You Pay For A Click - by Andy Quick
  You have a web site ready for action. Your product catalog, order tracking, credit card payment system, and fulfillment process are all in place. Now all you need is traffic.


• Interviews With Well-known Ezine Writers #1: - Bob Leduc - by Michael Southon
  MS: Bob, how important have Ezine Articles been in achieving your success in online business. BL: Very important. Most of what I learned 6 or 7 years ago about doing business on the Internet came from articles written by others already working


• Interviews With Well-known Ezine Writers #2: - John Colanzi - by Michael Southon
  MS: John, you must be one of the most prolific Ezine Writers on the Web - I see your articles nearly everyday in the article lists and in dozens of Newsletters. How long have you been writing Ezine Articles. JC: I first started writing ezine ar


• Interviews With Well-known Ezine Writers #3: - Shelley Lowery - by Michael Southon
  MS: Shelley, you're an excellent person to talk to about Ezine Articles, because - as well as being a prolific Ezine Writer - you own and operate the largest article announcement lists on the Internet (www. web-source. net).


• 7 Keys That Helped Me Leave The "rat Race" For Cyberspace - by Marty Foley
  On Friday, Aug. 28th, 1998, I finally achieved what I had dreamed about and worked toward for some time. No, cashing that week's paycheck wasn't what I had been keenly anticipating.


• Webmaster Or Web Slave? Time Saving Tips For Cyberpreneurs - by Marty Foley
  Time is money in your online business, just as in the offline business world. Problem is, the typical Internet entrepreneur is in a race against time: Often snowed under with many things to do, trying to achieve maximum results (income) within the


• Traits And Skills Of Successful Internet Entrepreneurs - by Marty Foley
  There are certain traits and skills that many successful online entrepreneurs have in common. Some mentioned in this article may seem simple, but don't overlook their importance. You may not personally be strong in all areas, but you can get by a


• Why The Internet Is An Entrepreneurs' Dream - by Marty Foley
  Not long ago, a vacation that entailed travelling across much of the U. S. helped me reflect a bit about my Internet business, and reminded me of the powerful advantages of doing business online.


• The Real Gold Is In The List - by Marty Foley
  Are you a one shot, hit-and-run marketer, or do you appreciate that the real gold in business is in the list. Rather than focus on one-shot deals, savvy marketers realize the value of a good list, and seek ways to expand and derive more value from


• Opt-in Email Marketers: How To Deal With A Growth Pain Of Internet Success, The Email Glut - by Marty Foley
  There are certain Internet business problems that have a positive side: They come as a by-product of growth and success. This article can help you cope with a very common growth pain: that of being swamped with email. Some of it junk, some of it


• Do You Have More Time Than Money - by Laurie Meade
  Do You Have More Free Time Than Money. Are You Determined to Make a Living from Home Working Online. Many of you are looking for free information.


• Profit From The Author Inside You - by Michael Southon
  Review: Profit From The Author Inside You reviewed by Michael Southon Profit From The Author Inside You by Roger C. Parker pdf format, 120 pages $37. 00 I've reviewed a number of eBooks recently, and none of them excited m


• Raising Capital In Today’s “new Economy” - by Lee Traupel
  We’ve helped a number of clients develop business plans and raise capital from “angel” investors, corporate entities and venture capitalists during the last 6-8 years. It’s always a daunting process that can be full of pitfalls


• Redefining Distance To Market Your Company - by Lee Traupel
  The recent terrorist attacks here in the US have caused many companies and individuals to rethink how they want to market to and work with others. As a result, web-enabled presentations and or collaborations are finally coming of age – the techn


• Are You Using The Four Letter Word? - by Michael Hopkins
  The most powerful word in the marketing dictionary is made up of just four letters: F-R-E-E. It doesn't matter what kind of product or service you're promoting, if you can use the word FREE in your advertising and marketing, then your response ra


• Surviving The Digital Economy Meltdown! - by Lee Traupel
  "Dying isn't hard for men like us, when every everything around you has been butchered or slaughtered . . .


• Team Up With Your Competitors - by Terence Tan
  Pay per click search engines are a great way to get targeted traffic quickly. The only problem is that as the search terms get more popular, the price of each click through rises. It is very sad to watch your top ranking fall off the first page into


• Are You Wasting Your Time With Free Ezine Ads? - by Michael Hopkins
  There are lots of ezines (newsletters) out there that offer free classified ads to new subscribers (and many even offer free ads on an ongoing basis). This can be a nice little source of free traffic and exposure for your website/ebook/ezine but,