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This is good in that it results in billions upon billions of dollars of transactions per day. But it also means that forex traders have a constant influx of information to keep track of, unlike the stock market, where once trading closes at 5 p.m., that’s it. So how do forex traders stay on top of things? Most of them use forex alerts of some kind. <br /><br />Forex alerts are available from many online forex brokers and other companies. A forex alert is simply a message sent to the user informing him of the latest developments in the forex market, often recommending action of some kind. These alerts can be sent via e-mail or cell phone text message.<br /><br />The idea behind them is that no one can follow all the markets all the time. Even if you limit yourself to just the “majors” -- U.S., Eurozone, Great Britain, Australia, Japan and Switzerland -- that’s still 15 currency pairs to keep an eye on. 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The basics of forex are similar to that of the stock market found in any country, but on a much larger, grand scale, that involves people, currencies and trades from around the world, in just about any country.<br /><br />Different currency rates happen and change every day. What the value of the dollar may be one day could be higher or lower the next. The trading on the forex market is one that you have to watch closely or if you are investing huge amounts of money, you could lose large amounts of money. The main trading areas for forex, happens in Tokyo, in London and in New York, but there are also many other locations around the world where forex trading does take place.<br /><br />The most heavily traded currencies are those that include (in no particular order) the Australian dollar, the Swiss franc, the British pound sterling, the Japanese yen, the Eurozone eruo, and the United States dollar. You can trade any one currency against another and you can trade from that currency to another currency to build up additional money and interest daily.<br /><br />The areas where forex trading is taking place will open and close, and the next will open and close. This is seen also in the stock exchanges from around the world, as different time zones are processing order and trading during different time frames. The results of any forex trading in one country could have results and differences in what happens in additional forex markets as the countries take turns opening and closing with the time zones. Exchange rates are going to vary from forex trade to forex trade, and if you are a broker, or if you are learning about the forex markets you want to know what the rates are on a given day before making any trades.<br /><br />The stock market Is generally based on products, prices, and other factors within businesses that will change the price of stocks. If someone knows what is going to happened before the general public, it is often known as inside trading, using business secrets to buy stocks and make money - which by the way is illegal. There is very little, if any at all inside information in the forex trading markets. The monetary trades, buys and sells are all a part of the forex market but very little is based on business secrets, but more on the value of the economy, the currency and such of a country at that time.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.ebooksilove.com/">ebooks for everyone</a><br /><br />Every currency that is traded on the forex market does have a three letter code associated with that currency so there is no misunderstanding about which currency or which country one is investing with at the time. The eruo is the EUR and the US dollar is known as the USD. The British pound is the GBP and the Japanese yen is known as the JPY. 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Starting from a royal and exotic luxury to excessive adventure – a land where diversity in culture, faith, and humankind has its complete strength and is esteemed in full insignia. I am talking about none other than the magical land of Rajasthan, India which is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. <br /><br />Aim for tours to Rajasthan? You are most welcome on the magical land of Rajasthan, India. The largest state in India, Rajasthan is considered to be the land of monuments because the desert land of Rajasthan is dotted with many timeless and spectacular forts & palaces. Forts and palaces are the major attraction of Rajasthan, India. Enjoy a holiday in the land of monuments. Stay at spectacular palace hotels like Umaid Bhavan Palace, Samode Palace etc on your Rajasthan tours and practice the lavishness of being treated like a King/Prince.<br /><br />Explore the magical land of Rajasthan, India and discover its hidden treasures in the barren land. Explore the vibrant and colourful land of Rajasthan, India and enjoy its cultural mosaic that reflects sparkling hues of folk songs, ballads romantic & rhythmic saga of past affairs and heritage brilliance. Find out alluring Rajasthan’s attractions in your Rajasthan tour packages and enjoy the fascination of Rajasthan tour in comforts and well-organized fashion. It is sure to the magical land of Rajasthan won’t fail to captivate you with its magical charisma. Entire land of Rajasthan is dotted with different varieties of fascination. <br /><br />The largest state in India, Rajasthan has many attractive cities which are also worth visiting and are famous for their special significance. Jaipur also popularly known as the Pink City and the capital of Rajasthan, Jodhpur – the Sun City, Udaipur – the Romantic City, Jaisalmer – the Golden City, Bikaner – the Camel City and Mount Abu – the only hill station of Rajasthan are some major cities of Rajasthan which are amazing and worth visiting. All cities are dotted with many picturesque places of interests and spectacular forts and palaces. During your tours to Rajasthan you will observe that why the land of Rajasthan is called the land of monuments.<br /><br />The culturally rich land of Rajasthan, India is not only famous for its forts and palaces but also for its rippling sand dunes on the barren desert, natural diversity, flora & fauna and wildlife. The wildlife of Rajasthan is also so much exciting and exhilarating. There are many wildlife sanctuaries in the desert land of Rajasthan, India which are also worth visiting. Visiting wildlife of Rajasthan gives a unique experience on your tours to Rajasthan, India. Over all, the magical land of Rajasthan, India provides everything what a tourist can demand for. So, come to Rajasthan, India – the land of rippling sand dunes and spectacular forts & palaces. Enjoy its amazing attraction on the camel back.<br /><br /><br /> Michael Braganza is an eminent analyst and writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. He has authored many books on tour guide for India like Rajasthan Map and Tours to Rajasthan. Now he is rendering his services to http://www.swagattours.com/<br /><br /> Article Source: http://www.free-articles-zone.com<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-75731072928872126552007-06-25T22:20:00.000-07:002007-06-25T22:21:30.913-07:00Practicing in the Forex MarketSo you want to learn about the Forex market, and trading internationally but you are risking your personal wealth if you jump in before knowing all about how trading takes place. Online, you will find many games and simulations while learning the methods involved in forex market trading. The forex markets include countries from around the world, where all countries involved are using different currencies, and when faced against each other are worth more or less than the original valued currencies that are being traded. The forex markets are used to build wealth in, for governments, banks, and brokers, and for many countries. <br /><br />To get started in learning about forex trading, you will need to locate the forex trading software, education-learning system you want to use. As you find the games, as they are called, you will enter information about yourself, about what you are interested in learning and then you will download software to your computer. In following the 'game', you will learn how to make and lose money in the forex market. This type of game is going to make you more aware of what happens daily, how the markets open and close, and how different the various countries currencies really are. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.ebooksilove.com">ebooks for everyone</a><br /><br />You will open an online 'account' using the gaming system. You will then be able to read the news, find and compare markets, and you will be able to make 'fake' trades so you can watch your money build or be eaten away in losses. As you learn the system, using it a few times a week, you are going to be more prepared, more educated and you will be ready to use the forex trades to make money. Of course, you may still need the aid of broker or a company to make your transactions happen but you will better understand the process, what will happen, and what calls you may want to make when you read about the news, the markets, and the currencies in other countries. <br /><br />The forex market is also referred to as the FX market. If you are interested in joining the millions who are making money in the forex markets, you want to ensure you are dealing with a reputable banker or company involved in forex trading. With the spur of interest in the forex markets, there are many types of companies that are popping out on the Internet appearing to be genuine forex trading companies but in reality, they are not. Forex trading can be completed through a broker, a company that deals in the funds, and from within your own country. For example, the US has many regulations and laws regarding forex trading and what companies are permitted to work with the public dealing with international trading and markets.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-63912152264333769212007-06-23T22:46:00.000-07:002007-06-23T22:48:07.913-07:00Forex trading, where do customers go?Forex trading uses currency and stock markets from a variety of countries to create a trading market where millions and millions are traded and exchanged daily. This market is similar to the stock market, as people buy and sell, but the market and the over all results are much much larger. Those involved in the forex trading markets include the Deutsche bank, UBS, Citigroup, and others such as HSBC, Braclays, Merrill Lynch, JP Morgan Chase, and still others such as Goldman Sachs, ABN Amro, Morgan Stanley, and so on. <br /><br />To get involved in the forex trading markets, contacting any of these large broker assistance firms is going to be in your best interest. Sure, anyone can get involved in the forex market, but it does take time to learn about what is hot, what is not, and just where you should place your money at this time. <br /><br />International banks are the markets biggest users on the forex markets, as they have millions of dollars to invest daily, to earn interest and this is just one method of how banks make money on the money you save in their bank. Think about the bank that you deal with all the time. Do you know if you can go there, and obtain money from 'another' country if you are heading out on vacation? If not, that bank is most likely not involved in forex trading. If you have to know if your bank is involved in forex trading, you can ask any manager or you can look at the financial information sheets that banks are to report to the public on a quarterly baiss. <br /><br />If you are new to the forex market, it is important to realize there is no one person or one bank that controls all the trades that occur in the forex markets. Various currencies are traded, and will originate from anywhere in the world. The currencies that are most often traded in the forex markets include those of the US dollar, the Eurozone euro, the Japanese yen, the British pound sterling and the Swiss franc as well as the Australian dollar. These are just a few of the currencies that are traded on the forex markets, with many other counties currencies to be included as well. The main trading centers for the forex trading markets are located in Tokyo, New York and in London but with other smaller trading centers located thought out the world as well.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-13327390743836797822007-05-28T22:52:00.001-07:002007-05-28T22:52:57.265-07:00Forex trading, what the hype is all aboutForex trading, what the hype is all about <br /><br />Forex trading is all about making big money. Some investors have found it quite easy to make a large amount of money as the forex market changes daily. Forex, is the foreign exchange market. Online and offline you will find references to the forex market as FX as well. Forex trading takes place through a broker or a financial institution often where you are able to purchase other types of stocks, bonds and investments. <br /><br />When you are thinking about getting involved in the forex markets you should know you are sending money to be invested with other countries. This is done to prop up the investments of people involved in certain types of hedge funds, and in the markets overseas. The forex market could have your money invested in one market one day, and the next day your money is invested in another country. The daily changes are determined by your broker or financial institution. When reading your statements and learning more about your account, you will find that every type of currency has three letters that will represent that currency. <br /><br />For example, the United States dollars is USD, the Japanese yen is JPY, and the British pound sterling will read as GBP. You will also find that for every transaction on your account listing you will see information that looks like this: JPYzzz/GBPzzz. This means that you took your Japanese yen money and invested it into something in the British pound market. You will find many transactions from one currency to another if you have money that is scattered through out the forex markets. <br /><br />Forex markets trading by investment management firms are the companies you can trust with your money. You want to find a company that has been dealing with forex trading since the early seventies, and not someone just new on the block so you get the most for your hard earned money. It is important that you beware of companies that are popping up online, and often times from foreign countries that are stating they can get you involved in the forex markets and trading. 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The scams that are online will tell you, that you only need a $1 or $5 to open an account, but you need to learn more about that company and where they are doing business before investing any money, this is for your own protection while dealing in forex trading and markets online.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-13042428168263358122007-05-21T21:57:00.000-07:002007-05-21T21:58:51.251-07:00Forex trading - should you invest?Forex Trading - should you invest?<br /><br />Forex trading is all about putting your money into other currencies, so you can gain the interest for the night, for time period or the difference in trading money all around. Forex trading does involve other assets along with money, but because you are investing in other countries and in other businesses that are dealing in other currencies the basis for the money you make or lose will be based on the trading of money. <br /><br />Constant trading is done in the forex markets as time zones will vary and the markets will open in one country while another is near closing. What happens in one market will have an effect on the other countries forex markets, but it is not always bad or good, sometimes the margins of trading are near each other. <br /><br />A forex market will be present when two countries are involved in trading, and when money is traded for goods, services or a combination of these things. Currency is the money that trades hands, from one to another. Often times, a bank is going to be the source of forex trading, as millions of dollars are traded daily. There is nearly two trillion dollars traded daily on the forex market. Should you get involved in forex trading? If you are already involved in the stock market, you have some idea of what forex trading really is all about. <br /><br />The stock market involves buying shares of a company, and you watch how that company does, waiting for a bigger return. In the forex markets, you are purchasing items or products, or goods, and you are paying money for them. As you do this, you are gaining or losing as the currency exchange differs daily from country to country. To better prepare you for the forex markets you can learn about trading and purchasing online using free 'game' like software. <br /><br />You will log on and create an account. Entering information about what you are interested in and what you want to do. The 'game' will allow you to make purchases and trades, involving different currencies, so you can then see first hand what a gain or loss will be like. As you continue on with this fake account you will see first hand how to make decisions based on what you know, which means you will have to read about the market changes or you will have to take a brokers information at value and play from there. <br /><br />If you, as an individual want to be involved in forex trading, you must get involved through broker, or a financial institution. Individuals are also known as spectators, even if you are investing money because the amount of money you are investing is minimal compared to the millions of dollars that are invested by governments and by banks at any given time. This does not mean you can't get involved. Your broker or investment advisor will be able to tell you more about how you can be involved in forex trading. In the US, there are many regulations and laws in regards to who can handle forex trading for US citizens so if you are searching the internet for a broker, be sure you read the print, and the information about where the company is located and if it is legal for you to do business with that company.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-16324507572532823122007-04-30T23:36:00.000-07:002007-04-30T23:37:30.093-07:00FOREX (Foreign Exchange Market)The foreign exchange market is also known as FX or it is also found to be referred to as the FOREX. All three of these have the same meaning, which is the trade of trading between different companies, banks, businesses, and governments that are located in different countries. The financial market is one that is always changing leaving transactions required to be completed through brokers, and banks. Many scams have been emerging in the FOREX business, as foreign companies and people are setting up online to take advantage of people who don't realize that foreign trade must take place through a broker or a company with direct participation involved in foreign exchanges. <br /><br />Cash, stocks, and currency is traded through the foreign exchange markets. The FOREX market will be present and exist when one currency is traded for another. Think about a trip you may take to a foreign country. Where are you going to be able to 'trade your money' for the value of the money that is in that other country? This is FOREX trading basis, and it is not available in all banks, and it is not available in all financial centers. FOREX is a specialized trading circumstance. <br /><br />Small business and individuals often times looking to make big money, are the victims of scams when it comes to learning about FOREX and the foreign trade markets. As FOREX is seen as how to make a quick buck or two, people don't question their participation in such an event, but if you are not investing money through a broker in the FOREX market, you could easily end up losing everything that you have invested in the transaction. <br /><br />Scams to be wary of <br />A FOREX scam is one that involves trading but will turn out to be a fraud; you have no chance of getting your money back once you have invested it. If you were to invest money with a company stating they are involved in FOREX trading you want read closely to learn if they are permitted to do business in your country. Many companies are not permitted in the FOREX market, as they have defrauded investors before. <br /><br />In the last five years, with the help of the Internet, FOREX trading and the awareness of FOREX trading has become all the rage. Banks are the number one source for FOREX trading to take place, where a trained and licensed broker is going to complete transactions and requirements you set forth. Commissions are paid on the transaction and this is the usual. <br /><br />Another type of scam that is prevalent in the FOREX markets is software that will aid you in making trades, in learning about the foreign markets and in practicing so you can prepare yourself for following and making trades. You want to be able to rely on a program or software that is really going to make a difference. Consult with your financial broker or your bank to learn more about FOREX trading, the FX markets and how you can avoid being the victim while investing in these markets.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-17837136033184012762007-04-02T21:38:00.000-07:002007-04-02T21:40:05.778-07:00Forex markets - trading internationallyForex market trading is trading money, currencies worldwide. Most all countries around the world are involved in the forex trading market, where money is bought and sold, based on the value of that currency at the time. As some currencies are not worth much, it is not going to be traded heavily, as the currency is worth more, additional brokers and bankers are going to choose to invest in that market at that time. <br /><br />Forex trading does take place daily, where almost two trillion dollars are moved every day - that is a huge amount of money. Think about how many millions it does take to bring about a total of a trillion and then consider that this is done on a daily basis - if you want to get involved in where the money is, forex trading is one 'setting' where money is exchanging hands daily. <br /><br />The currencies that are traded on the forex markets are going to be those from every country around the world. Every currency has it own three-letter symbol that will represent that country and the currency that is being traded. For example, the Japanese yen is the JPY and the United Stated dollar is USD. The British pound is the GBP and the Euro is the EUR. You can trade within many currencies in one day, or you can trade to a different currency every day. Most all trades through a broker, or those any company are going to require some type of fee so you want to be sure about the trade you are making before making too many trades which are going to involve many fees. <br /><br />Trades between markets and countries are going to happen every day. Some of the most heavily trades occur between the Euro and the US dollar, and then the US dollar and the Japanese yen, and then of the other most often seen trades is between the British pound and the US dollar. The trades happen all day, all night, and thought out various markets. As one country opens trading for the day another is closing. The time zones across the world affect how the trading takes place and when the markets are open. <br /><br />When you are making a transaction from one market to another, involving one currency to another you will notice the symbols are used to explain the transactions. All transactions are going to look something like this EURzzz/USDzzz the zzz is to represent the percentages of trading for the percentage of the transaction. Other instances could look like this AUSzzz/USD and so on. When reading and reviewing your forex statements and online information you will understand it all much better if you are to remember these symbols of the currencies that are involved.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-17868584229069626262007-03-22T23:02:00.000-07:002007-03-22T23:03:46.307-07:00ChinaThe Forbidden City, located at the center of Beijing municipality, was the seat of power for 24 emperors from 1406 to 1911. It took thousands of artisans and 14 years to complete the colossal complex spread over 720.000 square meters with 9.000 bays of halls and rooms which become a symbol of China’s monarchial grandeur built on the blood and sweat of its toiling peasantry. Significantly, however, the main entrance to the imperial city, Tiananmen or the Gate of Heavenly Peace, connects the past with the present in a curiously fatalistic manner. <br /><br />Indeed, the wealth gap in Chinese society has increased phenomenally with the difference between the wealthiest and the poorest having risen from as much as four times in 1978 to almost 13 times today. <br /><br />So, what we have in China today is tremendous economic freedom without political empowerment of the citizenry. Corruption and nepotism are logical outcomes of this situation. And the middle class is too tiny to influence the system. According to one estimate, middle-class groups with income ranging from 2,500 dollars to 10,000 dollars per year constitute less than five percent of the population. By contrast, lower income groups even in wealthier cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou do not earn more than 900 dollars a year. About 60 percent of China’s population still lives in the countryside, with per capita income less than 300 dollars per year.<br /><br />Having said that, one cannot ignore China’s huge population base of 1.3 billion people. Even at five percent, the country’s middle-income segment numbers at 65 million people. These people are the architects of the future China which, many observers predict, will be the major economic powerhouse of the world by the end of the decade. A glimpse of this can be had in Beijing’s scores of multi-storey shopping malls where customers literally trip over each other to move ahead. Its huge and fashionable hotels are crawling with guests, as are its eating houses, bars and discotheques. <br /><br />And the Forbidden City is not so forbidden anymore. It is one of China’s major tourists’ attractions where hundreds of hawkers accost visitors and shove tourist books in their faces, quoting prices with huge margins for bargain. Finally, China is waking up from decades of slumber.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-62847397771244826102007-03-18T23:55:00.000-07:002007-03-18T23:58:01.117-07:00Lucky BambooIf you wish to place on your desk green interior plants that require a minimum of care then the lucky bamboo can be exactly what you are looking for. Despite the name, Lucky Bamboos are not bamboos at all, they just look like ones.<br /><br />They caring necessities are minimal: all you need to do is provide them with regular cleaning, change the water from their recipient weekly, lots of light but without direct sunlight. You don’t need to reproduce them. Monthly the plant is to be removed from its pot, washed under an water jet – the roots also – and placed back in the pot after it has been itself washed and the water replaced.<br /><br />The plant has a green segmented body of about half inch width that normally growth vertically and produces one or more additional ramifications with leaves. The body shall be cut at the desired height and sealed with wax, just above one of the ramification. This will stop growth and will be good for the development of ramifications.<br /><br /> By manipulating the light, the lucky bamboos can be determined to grow in a spiral. <br /><br />In the orient, lucky bamboos already tend to replace flower bouquets. This is because they are also kept in water recipients but their life is long and they keep their decorative aspect for a long time.<br /><br />Lucky bamboos are offered separated or in special arrangements. The number and the dimension of the plants in the arrangement is not left to hazard because there are precise significations for each type of arrangement.<br /> <br /> The meanings of the number of stairs the plants form:<br />-three stairs bring happiness, health and a long life<br />-five stairs stimulate the 5th elements of life<br />-six stairs bring health<br />-eight stairs bring development and prosperity<br />-ten stairs symbolize perfection and fulfillment<br />-twenty-one stairs bring a powerful blessing<br /> <br /> So if you want to get them just for you, at home or at the office, or if you want to make a meaningful present, lucky bamboos are a good option. Everyone loves them and they are better than some flowers that will die in a few days. Lucky bamboos last out for months and are easy to please.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-87692960949456072152007-03-14T21:31:00.000-07:002007-03-14T21:32:16.583-07:00EATING LIKE THE SPANISHBored of cooking every day the same meals, the same recipes, and want to try something different and exotic?<br /><br />You can choose any culture, any country you want and you will find specific traditional food for each and every one of them. But there is something different about the way the Spanish cook, they just make food enjoying it and this is what matters and offers such tasty results.<br /><br />First of all you have to know Spanish people like to eat a lot of eggs. But they never, or almost never, eat boiled eggs like we do. The traditional egg preparation method is to scramble them and fry them, obtaining a delicious omlette with potatoes and lots of onions added in the frying pan. The Spanish tortilla, as it is called is an exceptional and nutritional way to feed your family for lunch.<br /><br />Another wonderful dish is the paella. The paella means that you will pretty much throw in the frying pan everything you have in your fridge. Everything that goes with each other, of course. The base for the paella is usually obtained out of boiled chicken wings of legs and to it we will add vegetables assorted to our taste. It is important that we fry everything together in olive oil for a better taste. We can even add fruits in the pan and after everything is done, just a minute before turning off the fire, we pour in the pan an assorted natural juice or liqueur or wine, whatever we want as long as we think we will like it. And the result will be an absolutely extraordinary dish made to fit our every taste and desire.<br /><br />Spanish deserts are often a dream, but they can be rather difficult to prepare and they usually contain lots of calories. Spanish cooking in generally is for people that really have time to spend in the kitchen and enjoy doing it. Most Spanish dishes take a log time to complete and a regular Spanish meal can require up to 3 or even 4 dishes to serve.<br /><br />If you are willing to try but don’t really have that much time on your hand them you can just go to a Spanish restaurant near you an d see for a change how Spanish people eat. But if you experience weight problems you must be careful on how much you eat, Spanish food can be addictive and it contains many calories to give you lots of benefic energy.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-53602965104834574662007-03-05T01:23:00.000-08:002007-03-05T01:24:05.938-08:00In-Flight Air Travel RulesWhen it comes to air travel, a lot of focus is placed on airport security. While the majority of air travel rules are enforced in airports, there are other rules that are enforced in the air. To make the most out of your next business meeting or vacation, you are advised to familiarize yourself with those rules. Doing so will not only allow you to have a pleasant experience, but it will also prevent you from being involved in an unnecessary, but serious incident. <br /><br />As you may have gathered from news reports, one of the biggest problems on airplanes today is uncooperative passengers. An uncooperative passenger can simply be one who needs to go to the bathroom and refuses to wait until it is safe to leave their seat. However, that passenger, along with many others, is largely unaware of the dangers of violating these important, but simple air travel rules. The first rule that you must follow is to follow all rules imposed by your airline. This means leaving your seatbelt on until it is safe to remove it or staying in your seat until it is safe to move around.<br /><br />It is also important that you cooperate with all airline employees, namely flight attendants. If they ask you to do something, such as remain in your seat, you are advised to listen to them. Often times, if you do not the situation will get out of hand. A few insulting comments and you could be met at your next boarding gate by airport security or local authorities. Even if you do not consider yourself a threat to other passengers or flight attendants, confrontation in the air is taken seriously; very seriously. <br /><br />It is also advised that you refrain from making any jokes, especially those that involve the use of a bomb or any other weapons. Although you may only be kidding, in today’s society, these jokes are taken seriously. In fact, it is advised that you refrain from using the words bomb, gun, or hijacking aboard an airplane. In the event that those words were overheard, whether they were taken out of context or not, they could cause you and other passengers a large hassle. This hassle often involves the de-boarding of the airplane and additional security checks.<br /><br />As previously mentioned, there are serous consequences for violating these air travel rules. Even if it is proven that you are not a threat to yourself, the flight crew, or other passengers, you may still face prosecution. This prosecution may include disrupting the peace or inciting panic aboard an aircraft. Just because you know that you are not a threat, does not necessarily mean that everyone else knows the same thing. That is why it advised that you choose your words and your confrontations carefully, especially when in the air. <br /><br />The above mentioned in-flight air travel rules are just a few of the many that you must abide by. You will find that most of these rules are not well-kept secrets, in fact, many are simply common sense. If you would like to learn more about the rules enforced in-flight, you are advised to contact each airline directly or use the internet to your advantage. A simple internet search should provide you with the information that you were looking to obtain.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-37994220721249998412007-02-27T01:41:00.000-08:002007-02-27T01:42:33.687-08:00See the World in VegasLas Vegas today is offering many of the wonders of the world on a much smaller scale to its visitors. There is really nowhere else on earth you can go and see all the sights and witness the thrill of the experience that is Las Vegas. With so much to do and see it's a wonder that anyone ever gets sleep in this great town. Look below for some of the many places to go and sights to see in Vegas that will quite literally have the world at your feet.<br /><br />Paris Hotel and Casino Las Vegas presents the Eiffel Tower Experience. Quite literally this is a replica of the famed Eiffel Tower of Paris built at 1/2 scale. You can ride to the top of the tower and enjoy a view of the city from 460 feet above ground while pinpointing other landmarks that you may wish to try next. <br /><br />Rio Suite Hotel offers the Masquerade Village Show in the Sky. This show is designed to bring the thrill of Rio's Carnival to Las Vegas visitors. This is a great show to witness or in which to participate. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and revelry that are unmistakably Carnival. This show is free to watch and costs $12.95 to participate. <br /><br />Luxur Hotel and Casino takes you In Search of the Obelisk. This adventure takes you on archaeological digs searching for Pharaohs. This is a great adventure and takes you not halfway around the world. There are height restrictions for this ride so small children might not be best suited for this particular experience. <br /><br />You can experience the thrills, chills, and spills of the Grand Prix at the Las Vegas Mini grand prix. This park is a fun day for the entire family and even features an Adult Grand Prix with Sprint Kart tracks that have high banks and a more authentic experience. This is a great way to have fun and invite a little friendly competition among family members.<br /><br />If you'd like to experience Venice without traveling halfway around the world then you should really experience the Venetian Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. The highlight of your Vegas Venice experience should be one of the Gondola rides that you can take. You can book a private 2-person gondola for a romantic excursion while being serenaded by your gondolier. <br /><br />While at the Venetian you can also check out the Guggenheim Hermitage Museum, which will have some of the best offerings from around the world in order to enhance your experience. You should also take the time to enjoy the beautiful Venetian inspired architecture of the hotel and casino while you're visiting in order to prolong the experience.<br /><br />The Mirage offers a volcano for guests to experience. While this isn't quite taking your around the world, most of us do not get to experience the sight of a volcano morphing from peaceful waterfalls into streams of molten lava. This is definitely a must see show in Vegas and is free to the public. You can see this show from dusk until midnight every 15 minutes.<br /><br />If you want an experience that will take you even further away you should try the Star Trek Experience at The Las Vegas Hilton Hotel and Casino. This will not take you to another country per se, but it will definitely take you into another world. Enjoy this encounter with alien creatures and an introduction to the future. Then take a stroll through the museum, which is home to some wonderful memorabilia from the television show and the movies.<br /><br />Just remember that you are on vacation to get away from it all. Isn't it truly neat that you can literally do that and so much more in this unique and intriguing city? You can travel to different countries, experience different cultures, and literally go out of this world without ever leaving the city limits of Las Vegas. Who could ask for more in a vacation experience?<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-43955916107824185842007-02-23T00:21:00.000-08:002007-02-23T00:22:24.401-08:00Caribbean IslandsIf you are looking for a great vacation destination, nothing beats the Caribbean Islands. The Caribbean Islands are south of Florida and are located in the Caribbean Sea. They are very easy to get to and offer great weather all year round. If you would like to get away this year, here are some tips on visiting the Caribbean Islands.<br /><br />The Caribbean Islands are a great place to vacation. There are many famous Islands in the Caribbean, some of them are; the Bahamas, Cayman Islands, Virgin Islands, Jamaica, Aruba and Barbados. Many people love to visit these wonderful island oases filled with great hotels, beautiful beaches and many sites and attractions.<br /><br />Finding a hotel or resort on these islands is extremely easy and you can find plenty of great deals no matter which season you choose. One of the best ways to sea the Caribbean Islands is via luxury cruise ship. Thousands of people visit the Caribbean islands each week via luxury cruise liner. You can sleep on the ship and enjoy the ships food and activities during the night, and during the week, you can visit three or four great islands. So if you are looking for a great vacation destination, check out the Caribbean Islands.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-37612659772607951102007-02-19T21:26:00.000-08:002007-02-19T21:40:01.114-08:00A SHORT MEMORY COURSE! -HOW TO REMEMBER NAMES<br /><br />You just called the TV repair shop and the voice on the other<br />end of the line tells you "this is Don Smith". About 5 minutes<br />later you tell your wife that "this guy" will be out to fix the<br />TV in the morning. You can't think of his name although you<br />know he mentioned it on the phone.<br /><br />This happens all the time to just about any of us unless we have<br />learned to concentrate and implant the name in our memory right<br />at the time we hear it. To do this you first must make a habit<br />of repeating the name back to the person. This action will<br />remind you to store the name in your "Memory banks" each time<br />you hear someone's name, and, within a matter of a short time<br />the "repeating" process can be discontinued.<br /><br />When you meet someone in person use the same procedure, and in<br />addition, visualize something different, unusual from the<br />ordinary, or "ridiculous" about their appearance, position, or<br />actions that "ties in" with their name. You may have to put the<br />descriptive information on one side of a card or piece of paper<br />and the name on the other side for a while until it is imbedded<br />in your memory permanently. Look at it repeatedly, see the<br />"picture" in your mind's eye as you look at the name, or when<br />you see the name visualize the "picture" you have assigned to<br />the name.<br /><br />Getting this system to work will require certain changes in your<br />thinking and it may take several days or several weeks to become<br />proficient. After all, you have developed a "bad Habit" over a<br />period of many years and it is difficult to turn it around<br />overnight.<br /><br />This method also works with anything else work remembering, not<br />just names. When you have occasion to remember something, jot<br />it down and incorporate it into your list . . . No complicated<br />formula . . . Just a system that works with a little<br />concentration.<br /><br />HOW TO REMEMBER ANYTHING!<br /><br />As mentioned above a person may train their memory by<br />associating names with specific illustrations. This works just<br />as well with written information.<br /><br />There are several key words or a key thought in each paragraph<br />of printed matter that can be associated with an illogical or<br />ridiculous illustration. It is much easier to remember and<br />recall ridiculous associations than it is to recall normal and<br />uneventful relationships.<br /><br />As you proceed through any text choose one or several Key words<br />or key thoughts from each subject and relate the same to a<br />ridiculous cartoon or illustration. Actually "see" it in your<br />minds eye as it relates to the key word or key thought.<br /><br />When you have occasion to remember a particular matter, the<br />"picture" should automatically appear to you and the entire<br />thought should be recalled. Be sure to SEE the ridiculous<br />picture associated with the printed matter you wish to recall.<br /><br />As you proceed through a book, practice seeing a picture and<br />relate it to the key words or the main thought of the written<br />material. This method of learning should improve your ability<br />to retain what you read. With sufficient "practice" using this<br />method, many individuals will be able to develop a "photo-Type"<br />memory.<br /><br />The Key to this memory system is to "see" the "picture" in your<br />"mind's eye". After you have practiced and mastered the system<br />and are able to get instant flashback recall you should be able<br />to read most any text material and visualize ridiculous pictures<br />to associate with the thoughts expressed in the printed<br />materials.<br /><br />We suggest you prove this system to yourself. As you read the<br />first several pages of information, "see" a picture related to<br />the words or thought. It may be rather difficult to "see" at<br />first but by constant effort and concentration amazing progress<br />can be made. When you have seen the picture, just go on <br />reading the following subject matter and repeat the process. <br />Don't be concerned that you will forget the prior subjects! <br />They should remain imprinted on your mind and recalled later,<br />instantaneously and clearly.<br /><br />After you have read several pages, recall the first few<br />"mind-pictures". If you originally "saw" the picture as related<br />to the key thought of the printed material, you should remember<br />the basic information.<br /><br />Try it! It's interesting! After you have mastered this<br />learning system, it should be easy to file various programs away<br />in your memory and recall them as needed to progress in your<br />search for success.<br /><br />MEMORY AND PUBLIC SPEAKING TIPS!<br /><br />The same system mentioned on the previous page may be used to<br />memorize a speech by linking a series of thoughts to a series of<br />ridiculous pictures in sequence.<br /><br />Proper preparation of your speech is half the battle. Know you<br />subject thoroughly then make an outline for the introduction,<br />main body and conclusion. Start your speech with something to<br />startle your audience into complete attention such as a weird<br />statement or funny happening.<br /><br />In presenting the main body of your speech get the confidence of<br />your audience by letting them know you know your subject very<br />well. Get your points across without argument.<br /><br />In making your conclusion you can briefly sum up what you have<br />just stated then end with a big bang; recommending action your<br />audience should take or suggesting they change their viewpoint<br />on the subject etc.; finalize with a joke that fits the<br />circumstances, or powerful word pictures they will remember<br />after they leave the meeting.<br /><br />Make your outline in large print with plenty of space between<br />lines so you will be able to look up without losing your place<br />on the sheets. Rely on your memory for the most important<br />points, including the opening and closing lines.<br /><br />Practice your speech with a tape recorder and in front of a<br />mirror before the meeting. Work out any apparent speaking<br />problems or things that don't sound just right. Know what you<br />are going to do with your hands and determine the better body<br />movements to go with your personality. Continually make eye<br />contact back and forth across the room.<br /><br />Take time to think before answering questions. If you don't<br />have the answer, ask another question, refer it to someone else<br />better qualified to answer, answer in general terms, or change<br />the subject (like politicians do) complimenting the person<br />asking the "impossible" question, or by telling a "clean" joke.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-4314329144395633452007-02-18T22:00:00.000-08:002007-02-18T22:01:36.141-08:00<br><strong>Relevant pics from Flickr</strong><br><br><a target="_blank" href="http://static.flickr.com/48/168134201_7791864cbc.jpg"><img src="http://static.flickr.com/48/168134201_7791864cbc_t.jpg" alt=""></a><a target="_blank" href="http://static.flickr.com/102/266833446_0cf38f82a1.jpg"><img src="http://static.flickr.com/102/266833446_0cf38f82a1_t.jpg" alt=""></a><a target="_blank" href="http://static.flickr.com/113/307814300_74b9bde65a.jpg"><img src="http://static.flickr.com/113/307814300_74b9bde65a_t.jpg" alt=""></a><a target="_blank" href="http://static.flickr.com/7/8246014_611e4facb5.jpg"><img src="http://static.flickr.com/7/8246014_611e4facb5_t.jpg" alt=""></a><br><br><strong>Related News</strong><br><a target="_blank" href="http://www.ameinfo.com/110937.html" title="International Investment Bank (IIB), a globally-focused investment bank based in Bahrain, announced that it has achieved a profitable early exit for its investors from the USD94.1 million One @ Business Bay commercial tower project in Dubai.">International Investment Bank re-exits from One @ Business Bay</a><br><a target="_blank" href="http://www.ajc.com/services/content/business/stories/2007/02/18/0218sbizcoalitions.html?cxtype=rss&cxsvc=7&cxcat=6" title="Washington — As partisanship chills the cooperative mood the new Congress enjoyed in its first weeks, frustrated business executives are working in unusual coalitions with labor leaders and environmentalists to push for compromises. 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The bulky it looks, the fuller you may become. Well, not at all times, right? There are these small yet heavy-for-the-stomach foods. For things, size is not really a big deal. Nowadays, the smaller your gadgets are, the hippest they may be. For people, the smaller you are, the more adorable you can be. For hotels? IT DOES.<br /><br />Ever wonder if what are the best and largest hotels around the globe? We know that you do. If you are out for traveling or a tour, where do you think is the best place you can call home for a span of time? It is of course good to sleep at the most comfortable bed, to eat at the finest table, to meet new faces in the biggest hotels on earth.<br /><br />The largest hotel is at the womb of Asia. It can be found in Thailand, the Ambassador City Jomtien. It is a paradise away from home. Just try to imagine a 40-acre beach singing you waves of lullaby. The mountains also embrace you with its green. All your anxieties are sure to vanish into thin air. You just need a ten-minute boat ride from Pattaya. If you crave for the city-way of relaxation and leisure, you need not worry about it. This is also a complex which has tennis and sports center, business service for those who need one and convention center for those who gather for assemblies, reunions, forums, and so forth. Not to forget, this hotel has the largest swimming pool in Asia. The biggest trivia is that it has a total of 5,100 guest rooms and suites.<br /><br />If you are around Las Vegas for some casino or whatever, it will make your trip complete if you try sleeping at MGM Grand Hotel Casino. It holds the title of the second biggest hotel in the world and the biggest in the North American region. You will say nothing but praises when you will see right in your very eyes its four 30-storey towers. What more if you treat your sight with its massive video screens? A huge gold lion is outside while live lions dwell inside the place. Feed your appetite with nine restaurants and two food courts. Go and get one of its 5,005 guest rooms.<br /><br />Are you still in Las Vegas? If the MGM is not the hotel for you, try the second biggest in Las Vegas and the third biggest in the whole world, Luxor Hotel Casino. The adjoining tower house and the pyramid-like structure have 4,408 guest rooms and suites in it.<br /><br />Las Vegas also owns in its midst the fourth largest hotel in the world Mandalay Bay (including THEhotel). Ever since 1999, it has become popular due to being one of the hippest night spots. Numerous concerts are held here. When the sun is out, one can savor the enigma of its rich heritage for it has a unique coin museum. A walk-through aquarium is also another delightful spot. Your stomach and your spirit alike will enjoy the trendy restaurants. It has all in all, 4,341 rooms.<br /><br />Do you love Italy? Well, if Europe is just too far, Las Vegas will be happy to let you in. Yes, the next biggest hotel is still at its area. A replica of St. Mark’s Square does the trick. You will experience Italy on its Renaissance period. For music-adorers, this the right place. Strolling musicians are almost out 24/7. The Venetian has the largest standard rooms. Their size is at 700 square feet. Have a reservation from one of its 4,049 guest rooms and suites.<br /><br />Size does matter in some cases. If this remains a hypothesis, why not let these hotels tell you the truth. Travel the world and stay at the biggest hotels of the world.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3578254458493297407.post-12850142292313593602007-02-06T22:03:00.000-08:002007-02-06T22:04:22.862-08:00AMSTERDAMAmsterdam is also known to be a haven for hippies. It has moved since then to be a bigger economy and a successful cosmopolitan business centre. The hippie era was the 60’s and 70’s when Amsterdam got its name of hippie haven from free for all culture. Most people visualize this expired idea even today.<br /><br />The new economy has brought prosperity all around evident from growing business zones and transformation of the general landscape surrounding ancient town houses and canals.<br /><br />With about ¾ of a million of populace, the transformation of Amsterdam from a hippie haven to a buzzing business city is not yet complete. The culture of free thinking and collective living has not yet gone away. Only the free culture is not an offshoot of semi legal toxic and exotic plants, but a by product of successful economic growth today.<br /><br />Today’s Amsterdam does not welcome the hippie youth that thinks getting high on hash is a part of the city’s culture but prefers youth that have a spending capacity. It’s not that one can’t smoke hash but Amsterdam has slowly transformed itself into a city where you can smoke hash and enjoy the city without a big damage to the pocket.<br /><br />Amsterdam historically has been a major trading post during the colonial times, the reason why you will find scattered town houses around the otherwise neatly aligned canals. These were made by the then wealthy tradesmen. Today these houses mostly house smoke shops, exotic night life and a string of brothels. This historical irony has been taken in stride by the local populace and by a collective decision licensed the brothels and the sale of hash in licensed coffee shops. These are a major tourist attraction today.<br /><br />It would be wrong to think that the locals are addicted or are always high on marijuana. They are busy planning and remodeling a few town houses into various centers of innovative business, they are busy biking around or tasting ethnic food or just relaxing watching life from the sidelines reading newspapers on a sidewalk café.<br /><br />Amsterdam has its own charm that casts a spell when you see the 1200 odd bridges lighted up over 150 odd canals. The glory of Amsterdam charms you further when it emerges form the mist in the mornings. The days could not more perfect for a visitor when he visits the flower market that floats, Rembrandt Museum, Jewish Historical Museum and the obvious social joints like nightclubs, brown cafes etc.<br /><br />English is most prevalent language of Amsterdam; it is spoken fluently by a major portion of the populace. The basic attitude of people here is very friendly and carefree, as much that one could chat up a local in course of one beer.<br /><br />Each province of Netherlands has its own tourist organization strewn around with multi lingual attendants. These Associations for Foreign Travel, as they are called or in short VVV (fay-fay-fay), book accommodations, help making travel arrangements and keeps the visitor abreast with latest programmes. They also publish Amsterdam Day by Day, a monthly magazine stating programmes for the month for a mere $2.50.<div class="blogger-post-footer">think global, succeed local</div>danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07299888205667146949noreply@blogger.com0