Where on Earth? – A Different Type of Matchmaking Service
(ContentDesk) July 5, 2006 -- The international property market is full of opposing forces; risk and reward, integrity and deception, simplicity and complexity. It can be bewildering, and as a result a recent survey found that the majority (54%) of potential overseas purchasers are simply overwhelmed by the choice available which country, beach or city, which development, rental return or capital growth, when, how and why? As a nation we are moving away from simply buying in France or Spain, and a leading property listing website now has 144 countries and regions to consider! And to top it all, what might seem perfect to start with can become a nightmare when you move in together!For many people, the result is to make no match at all. Risk free, but not productive.A Match Made in Heaven?Where on Earth? aims to assist buyers over the first few hurdles. Put simply, it matches you with countries to invest in and this is achieved by comparing your personal circumstances with all the (major) opportunities around the world.The process involves the analysis on a number of factors; your attitude to risk, your finances, reasons for buying and so on. The clever bit is then comparing your profile to all the opportunities out there around the world, and recommending where you should look to invest to reach your goals.
Obviously it cannot achieve the impossible ( I want enormous capital growth with no risk and I have ?2,000 to invest !), but you may be surprised by what can be achieved without over-stepping your comfort zone or budget.For those wanting more, we then recommend specific opportunities within the recommended countries or in certain cases can source to specific requirements.If you have ever asked, "Where on earth do I invest?" we may have the answer!.
NBC Sees the "Light"
New Orleans, LA (ContentDesk) January 24, 2004 --You could hear it all through the halls.
It was brought up in meetings and discussed at lunch.
No, it wasn't about the surprises that came out of the Iowa caucus.
It was constant chatter at Planet Beach's corporate office about the report by Rob Bazzell on NBC's Nightly News.
The report on 1/19/04 that focused on the necessity of Vitamin D in maintaining good health with the main source of the vitamin coming from the sun.The indoor tanning industry has been fighting to educate the public and the media for years about the advantages of UV light.
Planet Beach and tanning salons across the nation now have a partner in that fight, Dr. Michael Holick of Boston University.
With his new studies highlighting the alarming Vitamin D deficiency rate and his new book "The UV Advantage" along with the persistence of the indoor tanning industry, the people are starting to see the "light", UV light...
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Club Deep Celebrates 8 Year Anniversary Party on South Beach
South Beach, Miami, Fl (ContentDesk) November 16, 2005 -- Club Deep Miami Beachs premier and longest running nightclub announces the 8 Year Anniversary Party on Friday November 25th. Club Deep has been featured on many music videos, Travel Channel, Wild On, MTV, BET, Blind Date, Elimidate and also featured on the cover of Night Club & Bar Magazine and in Club Systems Magazine.Club Deep promises this party to be one of the sexiest and hottest parties on South Beach, hosted by Power 96 Ivy and Rob-N. and co-hosted by Adam Barish. Many celebrity guest invites include. NFL, NBA, MLB, Models, Adult Stars and TV and Music Video celebrities.The party will start at 10pm and in honor of our 8 years.
Everyone will be drinking Free for the first 96 minutes of the broadcast (10-11:36pm)and Hor d oeuvres from 10-11 p.m.The party will go on until 5am with the best DJ's spinning Funk, Hip Hop, R&B, Reggae and Latin music. Advance VIP Table reservation and get $100 Bottle specials until 1 a...
Club Deep Celebrates 8 Year Anniversary Party on South Beach
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Safe Splashing: Basic Water Safety for Families
One of the best things about summer is enjoying outdoor activities with your family. Adding water to those activities increases the fun, but it increases the danger, too. Fortunately, you and your family can safely enjoy your time at the pool, lake and beach if you practice some basic rules of water safety.Experts from the American Red Cross remind you to follow these safety tips to protect your family and keep them safe in or around the water:1. Learn to swim and swim well. One of the best things anyone can do to stay safe in and around the water is learn to swim.
No one, including adults, should ever swim alone. Adults should practice "reach supervision" which means to be within arm's length of a child in case an emergency occurs.2. Outfit everyone with the proper gear. Kids -- and even adults -- who are not strong swimmers should use U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) whenever they are in or around the water.
This lifesaving lightweight plastic...
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Channel Strategy Surfaces as Alvaka Networks of Huntington Beach, CA Seals a Deal to Power Coastline Micro, Inc.?s New Advanced Network Management Services Offering
Huntington Beach, CA (ContentDesk) November 10, 2003 ?- Two Southern California Companies combine forces to take on the competition. In one of the boldest moves seen by the Orange County Tech Sector in many months, Coastline Micro, Inc. of Irvine California and Alvaka Networks of Huntington Beach today announced the November 20th, 2003 release of Coastline Micro's Advanced Network Management Service that will be offered by Coastline Micro and powered by Alvaka Network's award winning service - "AlvakaNet" sm.Founded in 1989, Coastline Micro is a leading provider of end-to-end, high-quality, cost-effective computing and networking solutions. Coastline selected Alvaka Networks to be the backbone of Coastline's New Advanced Network Management Services. The new partnership will bring patch management, 24 x 7 monitoring and support, IT help desk, VPN and Internet connectivity support and a variety of security services to Coastline Micro's customers.
"Our customers have always been...
Channel Strategy Surfaces as Alvaka Networks of Huntington Beach, CA Seals a Deal to Power Coastline Micro, Inc.?s New Advanced Network Management Services Offering
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Baroness Elisa and Synergy to Perform in Tromso Norway Thursday May 26th
Baroness Elisa (www.baronesselisa.com) is performing with "Synergy" on the luxury Fred Olsen cruise liner Braemer in Trosmo, Norway on Thursday, May 26th . "Elegant, but not stuffy" best describes the atmosphere on board Braemar which came into service in 2001. At 19,089 tons and with 376 well-appointed cabins and suites, Braemar upholds the Fred Olsen tradition of small-ship intimacy without compromising on personal space. On board, the Baroness' performance is small and intimate before returning to the United States for a charitable event in South Florida later this summer. Baroness Elisa defines the best in cabaret theater and South Florida audiences are invited support the leading Gay and Lesbian organization, Compass,in a spectacular charity fundraiser in Delray Beach on Sunday, August 7th.Compass, Inc.
(www.compassglcc.com), is the Palm Beach County gay and lesbian community center dedicated to promoting pride, diversity, and public awareness of, for, and by Palm Beach County's...
Baroness Elisa and Synergy to Perform in Tromso Norway Thursday May 26th
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The Wide Range of Maui Wedding Ceremonies
Whatever your religious affiliation, or whatever you'd like to experience, there is a Maui wedding ceremony that will suit you. A lot of people prefer the traditional Hawaiian wedding ceremony and there is an interesting tale to tell about that.
Since the early Hawaiians had no written language, a traditional Hawaiian wedding is nothing more than speculation. Some of the traditions have been handed down, from generation to generation, in stories and songs from the past. But other features are simply guesswork.
It is believed that the wedding ceremony was reserved for royalty but is now available for anyone who cares to use it. On Maui there are houses of worship for almost every religion on earth, churches, temples, etc. that can be adapted by lesser-known sects for an appropriate service. In addition, by bringing in your own religious person to perform the ceremony, you can be assured that your wedding vows will conform to whatever specifics your religion requires.
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First Kitesurf School on Isla Coche, Venezuela Opens
Coche Kite Sport Center, the first kitesurf school on the island of Coche in Venezuela is open for winter 2004/2005 in Playa Punta.
Situated 12km off the coast off Margarita, Venezuela this small island of 165km2 has an amazing bay at the base of the island which has a 3km long beach with white sand, clean waters and fantastic, year round, wind conditions for kiting.
Kiting is possible all day on the super flat waters as there is a consistent offshore wind - making Coche one of the most idyllic and tranquil places in the world to kite.The Center offers lessons for at all levels for groups, private customized tuition and the Center holds regular intermediate and advance personalized clinics.
In 2005 the clinics will run for one or two weeks and include individual tuition to improve technique and tricks, video and DVD feedback, along with excursions to other hot spots on the islands.
As safety is a priorty, there is a dedicated safety boat for kiters...
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Dunn's River Falls in Jamaica
One of the ports of call for our Royal Caribbean cruiseship was Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Probably the most famous site in the region is Dunn's River Falls and we chose to tour it on our own rather than through one of the cruiseship tours. Once we disembarked from the cruiseship, there were cabs and shuttlebuses available at the pier. Cabs to Dunn's River Falls were $22 US for a return trip. Cabs allowed 1-3 people per vehicle.
We were also told at the pier that small shuttlebuses also go to the Falls at $5.50 US per person. These were also based on return trips. The only problem with shuttlebuses was that we had to wait until they filled up the shuttle before leaving for the Falls so since we were the first on the bus, we had to wait about 15 minutes for it to fill up. The driver then asks you when you want to be picked up at the Falls for the return trip. Our driver suggested 2 hours to see the Falls so we agreed on this time duration.Once at the Falls, a woman then came onboard the...
Dunn's River Falls in Jamaica
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