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- BINARY OPTIONS – WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW - A CAUTIONERY TALE - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2016 from Avril BettsAbout 18 months ago after receiving numerous emails touting Binary Options I decided to try them out. Like most people I had been looking for something to supplement my income something I thought I would have some control over and could do from home. In simple terms Binary Options are ...
Views: 1495 - THE FASCINATING RED SEA & SHARM EL SHEIK– EGYPT - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2016 from Avril BettsThe Red Sea was formed approx. 25 million years ago when the African and Asian continents started to move apart. Today It continues to widen at approx 1-2 cm per year. There are more than 1,000 species of fish and over 2,000 kilometers of fringing reef in the Red Sea, making it one of the ...
Views: 1099 - Authentic Christmas Markets in France - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2015 from Avril BettsChristmas time is coming to town! Originating in Germany and the Alsace in the 1500's, since the 1990s the Christmas markets have spread throughout Europe. Discover the best traditional and popular Christmas markets in France, a major shopping event they are held from November onwards in the ...
Views: 1151 - The Amazing Christmas Markets in the United Kingdom - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Avril BettsChristmas is coming to town! Discover the best Christmas markets in the most beautiful destinations in the United Kingdom. Enjoy their Christmas decorations, their beautiful Christmas trees, the best places to find original Christmas gifts for the whole family in the best Christmas destinations ...
Views: 1137 - Traditional German Christmas Markets - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2015 from Avril BettsIn Europe the Christmas Markets take over the town center, the market square, or the narrow, cobblestone streets and they all come alive in the dark of winter with festive decorated wooden stalls offering hot wine, regional food, Christmas decorations, sweet confections, toys, regional crafts ...
Views: 1117 - Travel Packing List and Tips - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2015 from Avril BettsPacking for any vacation requires considerable thought since decisions will undoubtedly be influenced by the vacation's length, itinerary, type, and your own personal lifestyles. The following is intended to provide a suggested checklist so you don't forget to pack items of importance. It ...
Views: 1337 - Great Britain As a Tourism Destination - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2015 from Avril BettsSteeped in centuries of History, the countries of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland, collectively known as Great Britain have so much to offer the tourist. I am originally from England now living in Canada and to be honest I never appreciated the beauty and history of Britain when I lived ...
Views: 1155 - Know Your Air Travel Rights - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2015 from Avril BettsIf you have ever had a flight cancelled, had a boarding pass but were denied boarding because they overbooked, been bumped just before boarding, sat on the tarmac for hours, or find that your luggage has been lost or delayed on arrival at your destination, you know how maddening it can be. ...
Views: 1232 - Avoiding Problems With International Airport Connections - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2015 from Avril BettsAvoid Airports with Multiple Terminals for International Connections When flying to an International destination you want the process to be as smooth and comfortable as possible especially if you have to deplane and make a new connection. When buying your ticket there are a couple of things ...
Views: 1198 - Developing a Cover Identity - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2015 from Avril BettsIn the movies after the spies load up on gadgets and get behind enemy lines they take on a cover identity. We can use cover identities as well, whether to blend in with locals, negotiate for the boss, or for any other reason you want to pretend to be someone else. In the movies they don't do ...
Views: 2258 - Steps in the Sales Process - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2015 from Avril BettsSteps in the Sales Process 1. Know Your Product The first thing in any sales process is to know your product or service, and even better if you are an expert or authority on it. Knowing your product or service and being able to explain both the benefits and features exudes confidence and ...
Views: 1925(1 vote) - Helping to Understand Body Language re Lying, Dating and Job Interviews - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2015 from Avril BettsBODY LANGUAGE Your body language says a lot about you and has a major impact on how others see you. As such you can learn a lot from the body language of others. Body language accounts for up to 55% of how we communicate. Body language along with verbal cues can indicate a number of ...
Views: 2210 - Tips for Avoiding the Crowds When Traveling - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2015 from Avril BettsWhen you go on holiday you are looking to your new surroundings to find relaxation and enjoyment away from the hustle and bustle of your everyday life. If your chosen destination is a hot tourist spot then you are likely to be overwhelmed by masses of tourists, noise and long line ups at your ...
Views: 1204 - The Quebec Winter Carnival - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Avril BettsTHE QUEBEC WINTER CARNIVAL The Québec Winter Carnival held annually in Quebec City in collaboration with Loto-Québec has existed for over 60 years. Taking place in late January to mid February each year. The habitants of New France created a rowdy annual celebration just before lent of ...
Views: 1462 - Petra - Red Rose City in Jordan - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2014 from Avril BettsPetra in Jordan was possibly established as early as 312 BCE and is known as the Rose City due to the color of the stone it is carved from. The city is an archaeological and historical city and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the southern Jordan Valley famous for its architecture cut in rock ...
Views: 1345 - A Microscopic Ocean-Extract – 6 reasons it may Be Your #1 Promoter of LONGEVITY - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2014 from Avril BettsA Microscopic Ocean-Extract – 6 reasons it may Be Your #1 Promoter of LONGEVITY And SAFEGUARD You From Premature Death. Would you believe it if we told you that ONE substance contains the entire spectrum of nutrients for the human nutritional profile and that this same substance is the #1 ...
Views: 1815 - Want to be a Successful Entrepreneur? Check these Rules for Success - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2014 from Avril Betts21 Rules for Success 1. You need to have a single minded purpose and have total clarity and accuracy on what you want. 2. Have unstoppable positivity – positivity is contagious 3. Lifelong Genius – It's important to constantly improve yourself with lifelong learning and education – ...
Views: 1383(1 vote) - Hampton Court - Henry VIII's Palace - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2014 from Avril BettsOVERVIEW: As a child one of my favorite places to visit was Hampton Court, home of Henry VIII and his many wives. The gardens are beautiful and the maze is a real challenge. That's before you get into the Palace itself with the animated staff and furniture and décor from the original days of ...
Views: 1513 - The Province of Quebec - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Avril BettsQuebec is a Province with unique scenic wilderness and modern cities with old world charm. Quebec is divided into 20 tourist regions all full of interesting attractions and history, heritage, monuments, lighthouses, covered bridges and more. Each region covers an immense area of exceptional ...
Views: 1463 - Earn a Million Dollars the Smart Way - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2013 from Avril BettsIdeas on how to make a million dollars the smart way. 1. Branding: You not only do you need to Brand your Company but you need to Brand yourself personally. People like to buy from people they know and like. The more credibility you have as an individual the more likely people are to invest ...
Views: 1623(1 vote) - Planning a Trip to Alberta - Canada - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2013 from Avril BettsAre you planning a trip to Alberta? This will give you a small insight into the Province. Alberta is a land of natural beauty and has 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Banff, Jasper and Lake Louise with the majestic Rocky mountains formed 70 million years ago, spectacular lakes and phenomenal ...
Views: 1514 - Pompeii - A Tourist Perspective - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Avril BettsPompeii is an ancient city located at the bottom of Mount Versuvius near the city of Naples in Italy. It became an active and prosperous port and town around 80 BC. The city was first occupied by Etruscans in 8th century BC followed by the Saminites and then Romans who took control around 200 ...
Views: 1528 - The Society of the Order of Good Cheer – Port Royal - Nova Scotia - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2013 from Avril BettsSamuel de Champlain founded the Order of Good Cheer in the winter of 1606-07 to provide good food and good times for the colonists to keep up their health and morale during the long winter. The Order was a dining society and members took turns to provide fish or game for a banquet and in ...
Views: 4002(1 vote) - Using the Internet for Flight Options - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2013 from Avril BettsIn this in day and age obtaining inexpensive airline tickets fares has become much easier. With many companies on the internet vying for your business. If searching on the internet the best place to start is to find a web portal that offers searches for many airlines. Some of these portals also ...
Views: 1498(2 votes) - Family Travel - Creating Memories - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Avril BettsFamily Travel is growing and flourishing as more and more parents with limited time want to spend quality time with their children. In addition there are more and more grandparents traveling on trips with their grandchildren. Family travel can be defined as any combination of family members of ...
Views: 1797(1 vote) - Email Marketing Strategies – 4 Tips - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2013 from Avril BettsOver the years email marketing has evolved based on the wants, needs and actions of the audience. Companies were abusing their client base and spamming them with an overload of emails, and still today there is a huge amount of spam. As a result various spam filters and controls have been ...
Views: 1881(1 vote) - A History of the Calgary Stampede - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Avril BettsIn 1884 Calgary became home to 500 people and was incorporated as a town. They formed the Calgary and District Agricultural Society who produced the first fair in 1886. The Society purchased 94 acres on the Elbow River and developed the site with a race track, cattle sheds and an ...
Views: 1553 - Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains - British Columbia - Canada - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2013 from Avril BettsWhistler and Blackcomb Mountains are a wonderful year round destination for everyone. The adventurous, families, folks of all ages and people with disabilities - all will find a wide range of activities, and events – there is something for everyone. A Winter Wonderland: The two Mountains are ...
Views: 1408(1 vote) - A History of King Tutankhamun - Youngest Pharoah of Egypt - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from Avril BettsTutankhamun was a little known King of the 18th dynasty before his tomb was discovered in the Valley of the Kings (KV 62) in November 1922. His exact place in the in the sequence of the "Amarna kings" was uncertain however it is known now that he was the son of Akhenaten by one of his secondary ...
Views: 2643 - King Tutankhamun's Tomb - Valley of the Kings - Egypt - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from Avril BettsKing Tutankhamun (King Tut) was the young Pharaoh who succeeded his father Akhenaten towards the end of the 18th Dynasty. During his short 9 year rule he restored Thebes (Luxor) as the Capital of Egypt and started the return of worship of Amon. Little was known of the King other that he came to ...
Views: 1871 - Successfully Brand Your Business - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2013 from Avril BettsEvery successful entrepreneur and business has a BRAND, The one thing you must have if you want to be successful is Branding that is consistent with you and your business. Branding separates you from your competition and gives you credibility. It's what makes people want to tell other ...
Views: 1491(1 vote) - A History of the Rio Carnival - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2013 from Avril BettsThe word Carnival is derived from the Italian word ‘Carnevale’ and Medieval Latin ‘Carne levamen’ meaning ‘put away flesh’ as during Lent when flesh eating was considered taboo. Initially the church was against the reveling and tried to stop participation. Believers ignored the church and ...
Views: 2394 - Marketing Strategies for Your Business - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2013 from Avril BettsHere are some marketing strategies that I have learned from my coaches over over the years, I hope you will find them useful – they work. 1. Who – The first thing to consider as a marketing strategy is to determine exactly who your target clients are going to be – in other words the ...
Views: 1503(1 vote) - Tips on Hiring Personnel - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2012 from Avril BettsIf you are the owner of a Business it's more than likely that at some point in time you have had or will have to hire staff. You yourself likely have your own talents but may need someone to balance them or just to assist you with necessary jobs or to enhance and grow your business. Hiring staff ...
Views: 1543(2 votes) - Safety Precautions for Traveling - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2012 from Avril BettsHOME SECURITY: If you have a home alarm make sure to set it before you leave on your trip. If a neighbour needs to access your home for emergencies or to water plants, feed animals or fish then make sure they have the number for your alarm. Most alarms are programmable so that you can enter ...
Views: 1505(1 vote) - The Venice Carnival - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2012 from Avril BettsThe Venice Carnival is held annually in February starting two Saturdays before and finishing one day before Ash Wednesday . The Carnival is known as Mardi Gras. For more information on the actual dates and events during the Carnival check out the Municipality of Venice website and the ...
Views: 1699(1 vote) - IDEAS FOR RAISING BUSINESS CAPITAL - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2012 from Avril BettsIt's true but nobody really cares about your deal ! Startling but true. Have you ever watched the Dragon's Den. If so you then you know that although the the group are interested in whether it's a viable project from a monetary point of view, contestants often blow it with their arrogance and ...
Views: 1385(1 vote) - The Aftermath of the Egypt Revolution and Tourism - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2011 from Avril BettsWhat is happening in Egypt is both sad and exciting. I have been going to Egypt for over 13 years and as a travel agent have sent thousands of people there during that period. After 911 the industry recovered in a couple of months, but now since the January uprising the Tourism industry has ...
Views: 1787(1 vote) - Amusements ideas for travelling with Kids - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsTraveling with kids can be a stressful experience if you aren't prepared, so here are some ideas and tips for keeping them occupied and reminders on things to do for preparing to travel. Preparing for Travel: 1.Before you leave if traveling by car it is wise to give your car a once over with ...
Views: 1634 - Khufu - Cheops Builder of the Great Pyramid - Egypt - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsAncient authors agreed that the third king of the 4th Dynasty was "Suphis, the builder of the Great Pyramid, otherwise known as Cheops (Greek) or Khufu (Egyptian). Khufu composed the Sacred Books, which the Egyptians hold in high esteem. Only a tiny statue 3 inches high of Khufu seated on a ...
Views: 2594 - Kejimkujik National Park - Nova Scotia - Canada - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsKejimkujik National Park was established in 1967 and covers 381 sq kms in the western interior of Nova Scotia. The park is an inland wilderness with forest streams, lakes and islands. The wildlife and flora are abundant due to the high rainfall in the area, often flooding the streams and lakes ...
Views: 1804(1 vote) - Destination Nova Scotia - Canada - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsNova Scotia is a beautiful Province. The scenery is outstanding with trees, lakes and the ocean around every corner. The Province is rich in history and culture with an outstanding assortment of Music. The Province has 11 scenic Trails all around the Province. Most people are not aware how ...
Views: 1632(1 vote) - Destination Alberta - Canada - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsAlberta is a land of natural beauty and has 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Banff, Jasper and Lake Louise with the majestic Rocky mountains formed 70 million years ago, spectacular lakes and phenomenal scenery are well known as tourist destinations year round. Alberta is a Province known ...
Views: 1654(1 vote) - Nile Cruising Information - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsWhen cruising, packing for your cruise becomes an integral part of your travel. The length of cruise, the destination and the category/style of cruise ship will all determine what you need to pack. Nile Cruises are River Cruises as opposed to the large sea going cruises. Most Nile Cruises are ...
Views: 1739 - The famous Bluenose and the Bluenose 2 - History under sail - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsIn the early 1900s two factors brought about the creation of the International Fisherman’s Trophy. Years of rivalry between Canadian and US fishing schooners and the opinions the schooner men had about the America’s Cup. The yachts that participated in the race for the America’s Cup were ...
Views: 2856(1 vote) - Hurghada on the Red Sea - Egypt - Visitors Info. - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsWhen I first visited Hurghada in the late 90’s it was a small town, not really large enough to be called a city. Now it’s a bustling city and a hotspot on the Red Sea. Its coastal location and year round warm weather has made it an ideal place for holiday goers looking for a resort vacation, ...
Views: 1586 - Tips on preparing to Travel with Kids - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsThese notes are intended to help you prepare for taking a trip with children so both you and the children enjoy and get the most out of your trip. Travel with children can be frustrating and stressful, especially if they are bored, cranky or throwing a temper tantrum. With planning and ...
Views: 1693(1 vote) - Queen Hatshepsut Temple - Luxor - Egypt - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsThe Temple of Queen Hatshepsut also known as Deir El-Bahri is located on the West Bank of Luxor framed by steep cliffs and cut into the side of the mountain. This magnificent Temple was the inspiration of the Queen who would be King – Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmose I. To know the history of ...
Views: 2340 - The Halifax Citadel - Nova Scotia - Canada - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsIn the British Empire, from its founding in 1749 until the 19th century, Halifax was one of 4 principal overseas naval stations. In order to defend the port the British built a series of fortifications in and around the port, a system known as the Halifax Defence complex. The current Citadel ...
Views: 1936 - Fortress of Louisbourg - Nova Scotia - Canada - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsThe French arrived in Louisbourg in northern Cape Breton in 1713 after losing Acadia and Newfoundland to the British under the terms of the Treaty of Utrecht, which ended the Spanish Succession war. France was only able to retain the islands of Cape Breton Island (then known as Isle Royale) ...
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