Here are the five must-see countries of this vast continent;1) Peru Peruvian territory was home to one of the world's oldest civilizations, the Norte Chico and also to the world renowned Inca Empire. It contains many extreme and wonderful landscapes. From the arid plains of the Pacific coastal region to the mountainous Andes region, Peru also contains the lush and wild forests of the Amazon Basin. Machu Picchu is reason alone to...more
The Shanghai Circus World, located at the Zhabei District in Shanghai, China is regarded among the best in The Republic of China. As an ancient profession, we are fortunate enough to witness the amazing acts that have entertained royalty for centuries.The Shanghai Circus World, made it's much awaited debut performance in 2005 and the spectacle has thus been an epic experience according to many visitors and viewers. The stage is set...more
Workers Compensation is administered on a state-by-state basis. Currently, the Department of Labor and Industries has a monopoly on Workers Compensation in the state of Washington. Only a hand-full of states rely entirely on state-run programs. Besides Washington; only North Dakota, Ohio and Wyoming allow a state monopoly. In recent years West Virginia and Nevada have moved from a state monopoly and privatized their Workers Compensation systems.Initiative 1082 was introduced by the Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW). The BIAW has championed legislation and candidates supporting, among other things,deregulation. It is the belief of the BIAW that deregulation in the Workers Compensation field will reduce employer costs. At least in theory, competition in the Workers Compensation market will bring down premiums.In addition to the BIAW there are a number of supporters of Initiative 1082 who stand to gain from privatization. For example: the parent company of Safeco, Liberty Mutual, has made contributions to this campaignin excess of $250,000.Liberty Mutual stands to earn this donation back quickly from profits in a new Washington market.Opponents to privatization...more
To me, growing up in the 1980s, having an American Express gold meant that you were rich. Well that was sort of true but not completely. For many years, the Amex Gold card has been an integral part of life for the rich, the poor rich and all those folks who just plain work hard to make some extra dollars. Today, credit products have continued...more
Truffles, Those rare funguses sniffed out in deciduous European forests by hounds or pigs are coveted by many and afforded by few. They are celebrated in Michelin starred restaurants the world over, so to introduce the less wealthy, but equally curious gastronome to the delights of the much-esteemed tuber, festivals of truffles are...more
Comments Feed Planning a holiday can be an exciting and overwhelming task. The key to a successful holiday is careful planning. You need an itinerary even if it is one that is open-ended and general. When it comes to accommodation, you will be spoilt for choice because in Australia, there is a huge range of options, from boutique hotels to rustic country pubs to quirky little caravans. You will probably be able to find something that tickles your fancy. Whatever that may be, the first thing you should do is create a list of what you need so that you can choose the right accommodation and maximise your budget. 1. ChildrenIf you are bringing the little ones, you may want to consider a hotel with babysitting facilities. That way, you can still spend an hour or two with your partner without having to worry about a soiled nappy or a bored child. Child-friendly amenities such as a kid's pool and playground are added bonuses to keep the children occupied and happy, even if it is for a mere 10 minutes. You may also want to look out for hotels that are close to parks and attractions.2. Fur BallsAre you bringing your furry little friend along? Pets make great travel companions....more
Time is of the essence and when it comes to the holiday season there simply never seems to have enough time to do everything that needs to be. Christmas cards to holiday gifts, you will probably find that there is a long list of things to do and...more
This coming tourists season, Antarctica will be welcoming about 11,200 tourists and all of them except for 130 travelers, coming in via cruise liners, proof enough that this continent's harsh conditions such as isolation, snow, ice, high winds and...more
There are various ways to get relaxed and fresh but beachcombing has its own beauty. Looking at a brad picture on Beachcomber, there are ideally three factors responsible for ultimate satisfaction – fashion, innovation and technology....more
Many people from the United Kingdom holiday in Spain because of the sunny climate and also the culture. If you are planning a trip to Spain, it does not have to cost you a lot of money if you take in the villas in Spain that are for rent to those...more
The busiest of the summer holiday months are over for another year, but sometimes the best time to take a holiday in Tenerife isn't July or August, but September or October - especially for those without children of school age who can choose when to...more
Portugal is one of the top holiday spots for those traveling from the United Kingdom as well as elsewhere in Europe. If you are looking for the perfect villas in Portugal that you can lease during your stay, you need to take a look at the villa...more