French DMC asks: should you DIY for International Corporate Event Planning? There's quite a buzz in the corporate events/DMC industry these days. With all the belt-tightening going on, new services are being offered on the Internet which suggest removing the role of DMCs altogether. Event planners in companies are being encouraged to do all the work themselves. Is this wise practice or false economy?Deciding what is...more
Frugal Christmas Christmas is a great time to save money and still have fun. We have decorations, events, and gifts that will cost you next to nothing and keep your budget intact over the holiday season. Events Check with your church calendar to find when their Christmas play will be put on. If it is still early you may want to volunteer your services or even choose to participate in the play. Many schools will also have plays or...more
Frugal Halloween Halloween can be a fun time for everyone. The best part is how creative you can be and the costumes you can come up with from items around the house. Here are some homemade recipes and ideas for kids and adults.Homemade Face Make Up: RECIPE 1 tsp cornstarch 1/2 tsp water 1/2 tsp cold cream food coloring Stir together starch and cold cream until well blended. Add water and stir, then add food coloring.APPLICATION Wash your face and any area that you will be applying the makeup to. Dry thoroughly. Use fingertips to spread onto large areas. Use a small paint brush to paint designs on face. Removes with soap and water. Store in airtight container. Tourist: Tan shorts, tall black socks, a camera, some maps hanging out of your pockets. Biker/Rock Star: Old torn jeans, black sleeveless shirt, dog collar, bandanna. Paint on fake mustache, sideburns, etc. Clown: Wear mismatched clothes, oversized shoes, a tie, face paint, messed up hair. Hunter/Soldier: Wear camouflage, bright orange clothes, stocking cap, camouflage face paint. Nerd: Small pants hiked up, suspenders with a half tucked-in shirt, slick parted hair with a cowlick, old pair of taped...more
Visiting Thailand On Holidays Thailand is one of the most visited countries in Southeast Asia. Not only sought for its pristine beaches, world-famous cuisine and amiable citizens, the Kingdom offers a beautiful diversity of picturesque landscapes and rich culture for visitors of all budgets.When visiting Thailand, seeing a single...more
Obama Care Will Cover Every American...Except Those Exempted by Its 1,040 Waivers There are many reasons to despise and doubt the many components of Obama Care. The latest set of numbers from the Department Of Health and Human Services (HHS) adds another layer of doubt that the political class really had any sense of reality when...more
Reasons to Invest in Maternity Summer Dresses When it is summer and you are hot, the last thing you want is to have to be covered up in a large and unattractive tent dress. It is very possible to wear nice maternity summer dresses that will flatter your new figure and make you feel beautiful and cool all at the same time. Maternity summer dresses will make you feel so much more comfortable than pants or other types of clothing. Pregnancy can be extremely uncomfortable at times, and you want to be able to wear maternity summer dresses that will keep you comfortable and cool.There are many different types of maternity summer dresses to choose from. The style you choose depends on your taste and your budget. If you are unable to find what you need at your local department store, you should definitely check online maternity stores. They have a wider selection that will help you to find the maternity summer dresses that you are looking for.Some types of maternity dresses available are sundresses. They allow you to hang out in the sun without breaking out into a sweat because of all of the material in your clothing. They are light and airy and will give you room to breath....more
What You Need to Know About Traveling to China China is the land of rich history & has contributed a lot in sphere of philosophy. However, demographically China is the most populous country that they have today followed by India. The...more
Some Tunisia Travel Advice Tips No Tunisia travel advice is complete without the Amphitheatre of El Jem. Also spelt 'El Djem', it is the largest amphitheatre in North Africa and an UNESCO World Heritage Site. This...more
Tackling Your Hawaiian Air Travel Hawaii is one of the most popular tourist destinations in America. With its beautiful beaches, friendly restaurants and unique aquatic life, the Hawaiian Islands attract scuba divers, tourists, and...more
A Brief Traveler's Guide to Spain First of all have in mind Spain is not one but so many: so many places, climates, cultures, languages and so on. So, here are some tips to try to discover at least some parts of some of this...more
Pack Light When Traveling With Toddlers! Whether you're packing to go for a walk to the park or your planning a trip across country, when your travelling with toddlers packing poses a problem. How to pack light travelling with...more
Five Things To Think about Before You Begin Your Spring Cleanup As the weather gets warmer it is that wonderful time again. I know it is still snowing in some places in late March. Perhaps then that is the last thing you want to be...more