If you own a cat, safety is a continuous and daily commitment that you make as its owner. During the holidays as our schedule becomes busier, strangers (to your cat) come into your home, and as we are required to multi-task more, some safety precautions may fall by the wayside. Here are 4 ways to keep your cat safe, especially during the holidays.Avoid Holiday Plants--Mistletoe and Poinsettias are 2 favorite holiday plants that many people bring...more
Christmas is soon upon us, and you are probably wondering what on earth to get for that person who already has everything. Well, we have several suggestions that are bound to make sure that you get brownie points for the best present around the Christmas tree. For a fantastic day out full of adventure, flying days offer thrill seekers a chance to take to the skies and get a full on adrenaline hit. We take a look at the types of packages available...more
Driving through the States is probably the best way to appreciate the diverse geography. From the huge urban sprawls of the cities to the rugged coast and desert interiors! The roads are well maintained with plenty of stopping places, to rest and get something to eat. Driving your car along the vast stretch of coastline and get a feel for the dramatic coasts. Watch the sunset over the sea and relax. Here are some tips to make your tour across the States in a rental car enjoyable with fewer surprises. If you're renting a car and you want an extra driver find a company that will not charge for the extra driver. There is a minimum age for drivers. Drivers have to be at least 21 years old, if under 25 they can still drive but they will have to pay a surcharge, which is paid locally when picking up the vehicle. This restriction is statewide and beyond the control of any major rental company. Pick your rental car up at the airport or downtown, whatever is most convenient to you, but know the appropriate protocol in traveling the States in your rental car. Tipping: It's worth remembering that in the States people who work in the service industries, for example, hotel,...more
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is located in Westchester neighborhood, which is 16 mile (26 km) from the downtown LA. This is one of the busiest airports in the United States, and 7th busiest airport in the world that serves direct flight to North America, Latin America, Asia, Europe, Middle East, and Oceania. In 2009, 59.5 million people...more
Author: DwayneThere are more than two hundred beaches on the Atlantic Coast of Florida. If you are planning a beach vacation in Florida, chances are high that you will get confused when it comes to choose your destination. It is not possible to visit all the beaches in one go. You have to select few popular beaches and pass on the others to the...more
What is the best time to enjoy the vibrant nightlife of a world-class city? What is the best time to wander around its fascinating streets, shopping, eating, and sampling the life that it has to offer? What is the best time to feast on the delicacies that Madrid has to offer for your palette, your senses, and your mind? Madrid is a beautiful city no matter what time of year you visit. You will always find the wonderful Museo Arqueolgico Nacional and the Museo del Prado or the eclectic, frenetic El Rastro Marketplace. You will always find Madrid worth visiting.Spring and fall are generally regarded as the most pleasant times to visit Madrid, mainly due to the advantageous weather. These seasons are mild, and crowds are at a manageable level. Summers can be quite hot, and winters can bring cold temperatures, so those wishing to escape to a warm clime will find May and October the best months to visit. A fall treat is the annual Autumn Festival in October and November. Musicians from all over Europe and South America gather and charm residents and visitors alike with chamber music, symphonies, orchestral works, and Arabic and Sephardic music from the Middle Ages. But weather...more
Is it the end of the cheap package-holiday deal? There has been much speculation that prices for 2010 are going to take a steep rise, leaving consumer confidence at an all-time low. Holidays are the luxury many look forward to throughout the year....more
Author: RealjeffEvery year nearly thousands of tourists visit San Francisco. Few attractive places worth watching are Ferry building, china town, Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine arts, Japanese Tea Garden, Lombard street etc. Many business...more
Recruitment can be a headache for franchisees and franchisors alike. Ann Andrews offers some suggestions on finding the right person for the job.There was a time in the world of work when there was little possibility of too many people applying for a...more
Gatwick Airport is the second busiest airport in the United Kingdom and the eighth busiest in Europe overall. Most of its thirty million passengers per year would rate their Gatwick travel experience even better than the UK's premier airport,...more
Miami, the name itself speaks volume of the luxury and comfort the city has to offer. In a 2009 study of 73 word cities, UBS AG has ranked Miami as the richest city in the United States, and as the 5th richest city in the world in terms of purchasing...more
Abruzzi and Molise are small, traditional Italian regions on the Adriatic Sea. They were united until Molise was named as a separate region in 1963. These regions get pretty cold in the winter, but you still can enjoy yourself even if you aren't into...more