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29th September 2009
As the hurricane season looms and I think about the tragedy and devastation of the 2005 hurricane season, I can’t help but realize how much we take for granted.It’s easy to appreciate life when things are going great. And as the distance of time separ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle28th September 2009
The waters off Chincoteague offer a variety of opportunities for offshore fishermen. Spring weather is usually very windy and boats don't often get to fish outside the inlet in the early season. When a calm day presents itself, anglers can catch tautog or... Read >
Author: wbdoyle28th September 2009
For many people, the best bass fishing is to be found in Florida. Everyone wants to go there, and once you have fished for bass in Florida, you will certainly want to return again and again.
What's So Great About Florida?
The state's warm climate en... Read >
Author: wbdoyle25th September 2009
Many golfers in northern climates may think the season is over. Or at least until that next business trip or Thanksgiving vacation. Living in Colorado, I've played in all types of conditions to quench my thirst for the links. Since I can't guarantee when... Read >
Author: wbdoyle24th September 2009
Global warming is happening because of Carbon dioxide being released into our atmosphere. This is like the city smogs that we used to see in the 1900's, retaining or trapping the infrared heat from the sun in the atmosphere. Global mean temperature rises ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
As we strive to find alternative energy resources, many potential solutions are on the table. Biomass energy is one such solution or is it?
Biomass energy is unique in that it has existed in primitive forms since the early days of mankind. Burning woo... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
It’s hard to believe it’s already hurricane season, and it’s also hard to believe that this season is projected to be as bad as or worse than last year’s season that saw hurricanes Katrina, Rita, and Wilma. We’re here to help you prepare, but ra... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
Efforts in the U.S. Senate to update and modernize the 33-year-old Endangered Species Act (ESA) are an emotional topic for many. Opinions range from completely repealing the act to not changing a single word.
Yet, it seems clear to many that sensible ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
The United States with less than 5% of the world's population consumes roughly 25% of the world's energy. Some might argue that this is egregious, while others would say that it is simply a yardstick by which the world's largest economy is measured. But... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
Geico home insurance rates are a very reasonable option if you are looking for a new home insurance company. Some people who I have talked to have said that Geico home insurance rates are far more reasonable than their auto insurance rates. Here in Iowa a... Read >
Author: Kate Swann21st September 2009
When you decide on Bahamas Yacht Charters has over 500 miles of tropical waters to explore. The Bahamas is an archipelago that contains over 700 islands, so unless you have plenty of cash do not get to see everyone in a holiday letter. Bahamas yacht chart... Read >
Author: Ruel18th September 2009
When you talk about storms, tornadoes and hurricanes they normally ruin certain areas that they have been to. These are some of the horrible natural disasters that occur very often in most of the places in the world. Homeowners who live in prone areas m... Read >
Author: Flynna Sarah E. Molina18th September 2009
I admit that the internet is definitely for the “here and now.” Always changing, what may be popular one day may be irrelevant the next. A den of “fast track fads” is what the internet has become. Still, if you are an article writer, you know that... Read >
Author: wbdoyle16th September 2009
These days, everyone is trying to live better for less. Most vacationers are searching for cheaper trips, better deals on hotels, and less expensive dining. One of the best ways to save money on your vacation is to book low season discount cruises. In add... Read >
Author: Brian12316th September 2009
Caribbean Holidays are renowned for their 5* luxury hotels, extreme temperatures and most of all…..Romantic getaways. Whether it’s a liaison with your lover or a honeymoon you're planning, you’ll find everything you need in the Caribbean. Prices bet... Read >
Author: Laura Elliott15th September 2009
Waiting until the hurricane clouds are on the horizon will significantly reduce what you're able to do to prepare. If you want to get through the next tropical storm with a minimum of stress, start now, while the sun is shining. You can get prepared at a ... Read >
Author: Jim07th September 2009
Hurricane season is time between early June and late November when many hurricanes are likely to take place. This period can introduce some modifications to the way insurance companies deal with auto insurance. The peak hurricane activity is usually repor... Read >
Author: Todd Jones02nd September 2009
Short term car insurance is very convenient for people who have a short term need and don't want it to affect a policy that they may have in effect on another vehicle. Short term car insurance is extremely useful if a car is stored in an area where there ... Read >
Author: Trent Griffin26th August 2009
With vacation time at hand and more activities taking place, a well-stocked first-aid kit, kept within easy reach, is a necessity in every home. Having supplies gathered ahead of time will help you handle an emergency at a moment's notice. Make sure that ... Read >
Author: aidkit22nd August 2009
A dream cruise holiday does not always have to cost the earth. If you look in the right places, you can get discount cruises to almost any destination, be it Alaska, the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, and the like.
Follow these tips and you are bound t... Read >
Author: vijayalaxmihegde18th August 2009
For many years the concept of a last minute deal on a cruise was that you went down to the pier and got a great deal or maybe you called the cruise live the night before the ship sailed and they gave you a bargain. Those scenarios can no longer happen sin... Read >
Author: bryan10th August 2009
I read some news about Alaska Airlines. It states that Alaska Airlines' new Portland-Maui nonstop flight expands traveler options to the islands and deepens the rivalry between the Seattle-based carrier and Hawaiian Airlines.
Until July 3, Hawaiian Airli... Read >
Author: Liana Tan10th August 2009
When one dreams of a Caribbean vacation, sunbathing, water sports, and spending lazy afternoons on a hammock under the trees is what springs to mind. But a hurricane can down the shutters even on those simple pleasures, let alone popular activities like ... Read >
Author: alexbriganza03rd August 2009
Finding the best time to take a cruise can be easy because really the cruise industry has year around cruises. There are better times to find cheaper cruise because like anything they are supply and demand and in the summer and winter months are busier fo... Read >
Author: bryan31st July 2009
During hurricane season, which in the United States stretches from June through November, homes in coastal communities all along the Southeast try to prepare for the threat of these terrible storms. The first concern of any homeowner is how to prepare yo... Read >
Author: Ellen Bell25th July 2009
One of the least predictable factors that can affect your cruise vacation is the weather. While every cruise has a set itinerary that plans out specific ports of call along your journey, unexpected weather can force changes to your cruise’s itinerary. W... Read >
Author: BriansJenkins04th July 2009
Practical Tips to Pull Off Beach Front WeddingsLet's face it. Beach front weddings can be very rich, remarkable and romantic but very windy, wet and warm, too. After all, you have to contend with a plenty of Mother Nature's beauty and beasts. Ever heard ... Read >
Author: Gabriel Carney30th June 2009
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Besides State Farm Florida Insurance Company, other companies like Allstate Floridian, Nationwide Insurance, Travelers, Metropolitan Property & Casualty, Hartford Insurance Company and even Hanover Insurance Company too have been reporte... Read >
Author: dcgloballlc12th June 2009
Hurricanes and Water Damage
June 1st ushered in the beginning of yet another hurricane season. As the storms begin brewing in the warm Atlantic waters, nervous homeowners are wondering, “Will a hurricane damage my home this time around?” Perhaps. E... Read >
Author: Mark Decherd12th June 2009
June 1st ushered in the beginning of yet another hurricane season. As the storms begin brewing in the warm Atlantic waters, nervous homeowners are wondering, “Will a hurricane damage my home this time around?” Perhaps. Especially if you live in Florid... Read >
Author: Mark Decherd10th June 2009
The 2009 Hurricane Season which begins June 1st through November 30th!
It is predicted to have three of the seven hurricanes to be intense or major storms. These storms will be of category three (3) and higher with minimum sustained winds of 111 mp... Read >
Author: Lisa Zapalac09th June 2009
Planning any vacation can be a daunting task, and the same goes for planning a cruise. Sometimes, planning a cruise can be even more time consuming due to all of the additional variables to consider. Considering that you will be at sea for a number of da... Read >
Author: Josh Webber105th June 2009
One of the main attractions in Sint Maarten is the Cupecoy beach, a clothing optional beach located at the southwest corner. It is lined with beautiful rock formations and caves, a sure lure to the adventurous in spirit. For a couple of years now, Cupecoy... Read >
Author: Lakeisha Scales18th May 2009
Nothing in the world beats a family beach vacation at a, whether it's at a luxury hotels and resorts, or a simple campground on the beach. Below, are some Family Vacation Ideas you might want to consider:
Caribbean Beach Vacation
1. Families floc... Read >
Author: matteoett18th May 2009
Nothing in the world beats a family beach vacation at a, whether it's at a luxury hotels and resorts, or a simple campground on the beach. Below, are some Family Vacation Ideas you might want to consider:
Caribbean Beach Vacation
1. Families floc... Read >
Author: matteoett08th April 2009
If you have often thought of living in Port St. Lucie, you probably are thinking about living in the warm Florida sun with a nearby beach for relaxation reasons. This is one of the reasons why so many people choose Port St. Lucie to live out their retire... Read >
Author: Leo Nov07th April 2009
"So where on earth am I?"
In 2005, I found my way to Fort Lauderdale for a friends wedding. If you recall 2005 was a busy hurricane season and this was right after hurricane Wilma really beat down on Southern Florida.
As I drove, I noticed huge falle... Read >
Author: Kenn Kihiu07th April 2009
Miami Beach is often thought of as the home of debauchery, drinking, tanning, and beauty. A home for tourists and spring breakers alike, if you had the chance to move there you likely have taken it. However, when it is not tourist season, there is a not... Read >
Author: Leo Nov02nd April 2009
Fort Myers is an excellent tourist vacation getaway location, and because most of the populations during the summer are only there to have fun in the sun and nights in the club, many people forget there is more to living in Fort Meyers, Fl than a good tim... Read >
Author: Leo Nov31st March 2009
When most people think of Orlando, the first thought that comes to mind is Disneyland, Epcot, and Universal Studios. True, Orlando is a land of constant fun and tourism, but there are other sides to it as well. If you decide to move their you are probab... Read >
Author: Leo Nov27th March 2009
Fort Lauderdale is often personified as an upbeat house to debauchery and coastal fun complete with the beach, nightclubs, and plenty of entertainment. For the older residents of Ft. Lauderdale, it and its suburbs are the perfect places to retire in a te... Read >
Author: Leo Nov27th March 2009
Trinidad and Tobago are the southernmost islands in the Windward Islands of the eastern Caribbean. Trinidad is just northeast of the South American country of Venezuela. Tobago is a much smaller island northeast of Trinidad. Trinidad and Tobago are not ... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson20th March 2009
Daytona Beach is most often known as a tourist location with plenty of open beaches to swim and tan on as well as a home for debauchery. While Daytona Beach can be a wonderful place to party as a tourist, during Hurricane season it can be dangerous and p... Read >
Author: Leo Nov13th March 2009
If you dream of visiting faraway places but want to get the most bang for your buck, consider buying a discount travel package. These packages often come with flights, hotel stays and other perks that you couldn't get otherwise. Booking a discount trave... Read >
Author: Jamie Jefferson13th March 2009
Depending on the place where you're staying at, Hawaii weather can vary. Even over a short distance, Hawaii weather can be different. For instance, on the same day you would find sunny beaches on Oahu and a few miles away in Manoa valley, you would find i... Read >
Author: Ross Linden13th March 2009
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Tips for preparing for hurricanes and storms
Check your house
Our house is our sanctuary during storms; thus, we need to regularly check the integrity of our roofs, walls, etc even before the hurricane season arrives. Since our house is... Read >
Author: Jonathan Sin10th March 2009
The Climate of Houston is classified as humid subtropical. Houston's warmest month (on average) is July at 85 °F (I saw temperatures going up to 100 °F), and the coldest month being January at 54 °F (I was freezing at 30 °F). Houston may sometime exp... Read >
Author: hurlian05th March 2009
Preparation is the key to your safety when visiting Mexico. You should begin your vacation with a careful and well thought-out plan. Your plan should include your budget, where you will be staying, as well as important information and contact numbers in c... Read >
Author: Jessica Santoli23rd February 2009
Antigua and Barbuda are two islands of the Leeward Islands located in the eastern Caribbean Sea. Barbuda lies about 30 miles north of Antigua and is the smaller and least populated of the two islands. The Caribbean Sea is to the southwest side of the isl... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson20th February 2009
St. Lucia is a volcanic island in the Windward Islands of the eastern Caribbean. The island has several peaks with Mt. Gimie in the central range at 3117 feet. Tropical rainforests cover the interior of the island. St. Lucia is occasionally affected by... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson19th February 2009
Both Travel Insured and Travelex Insurance companies offer a chance for travelers to get rates on travel insurance right online. You can pick your travel insurance package when it comes to both of these companies and cover yourself from loss when you are ... Read >
Author: Joe Deacon16th February 2009
There are several different types of travel insurance that you can choose when you are looking to protect your travel investment. Two of the most well known travel insurance companies are Access America and Travelsafe Travel Insurance. If you are planning... Read >
Author: Joe Deacon16th February 2009
Prior to the Hurricane Season it is important to review your homeowners insurance policy to determine if it covers hurricane losses, or if you need a separate hurricane or windstorm policy.This is a vital part of hurricane preparation that many people do ... Read >
Author: Bruce Peters02nd February 2009
A leading British travel insurer has issued a warning to potential travellers to plan ahead when booking a trip abroad this summer. According to research conducted by Esure, many tourists don't fully understand what the potential weather conditions will b... Read >
Author: Darell Joyce02nd February 2009
A leading British travel insurer has issued a warning to potential travellers to plan ahead when booking a trip abroad this summer. According to research conducted by Esure, many tourists don't fully understand what the potential weather conditions will b... Read >
Author: Darell Joyce28th January 2009
There are so many different things that you can find online through Pinellas County, Florida's website. By now most people know that they can find Birth and Death records as well as Real Estate transactions and all sorts of records about businesses and ch... Read >
Author: Andy Watermann09th January 2009
I left Colombia (continental, that is) with all its guerrilla - army - paramilitary violence plus the mafia-related problems, headed to, as the island´s webpage proclaimed, "the best kept secret in the Caribbean". (I already knew the secret since I had b... Read >
Author: Carlos Sastoque09th January 2009
Martinique is the northernmost island of the Windward Islands located in the eastern Caribbean Sea. The Caribbean Sea is on the west side of the island and Atlantic Ocean on the eastern side. It has beautiful scenery including Mount Pelee which is a vol... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson09th January 2009
St. Martin / St. Maarten is one of the Leeward islands located in the northeastern Caribbean. It is divided roughly in half with the French side to the north and Dutch side to the south. It has many beautiful bays and white sand beaches including the fam... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson06th January 2009
Cancun and Cozumel are popular Mexican tourist destinations. Cancun is located on the northeastern part of the Yucatan peninsula. Cozumel is an island about 12 miles east of the mainland, in the northwest Caribbean Sea. Cozumel is very flat and is noted ... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson17th December 2008
Hurricane preparedness and kits are a necessity for people who live in areas that are prone to hurricanes, especially now that category four and five hurricanes are becoming more prevalent due to global warming. In fact, households in areas where hurrican... Read >
Author: Eric Holm17th December 2008
Aruba is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and is located in the Caribbean Sea north of Venezuela. The Netherlands Antilles islands of Bonaire and Curacao are just to the east. Aruba is fairly flat with some hills several hundred feet high. It is a... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson17th December 2008
The Virgin Islands are situated just east of Puerto Rico in the northern Caribbean. Most of the islands are volcanic in origin and are quite rugged with some peaks over 1500 feet high. They are divided into the U.S. Virgin Islands to the west and British... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson15th December 2008
Puerto Rico is the easternmost island of the Greater Antilles in the northern Caribbean. The Atlantic Ocean borders it to the north and Caribbean Sea to the south. Mountains cover the central part of Puerto Rico to the eastern coast with some peaks over... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson03rd December 2008
Ask any surfer on the Cape what their favorite month to surf is, and after you specify not to include the month they travel somewhere warm and tropical, you’ll usually get the same response: September. Very few activities require as much cooperation fro... Read >
Author: Robert Basler02nd December 2008
June 1 through November 30—the 6-months we Floridians have come to dread. For most of us, hurricane season entails a slew of inconveniences: bouts of torrential rain, oppressive humidity and—quite possibly the most abhorrent—interminable perspiratio... Read >
Author: Enid Glasgow01st December 2008
The Turks and Caicos are a group of about 40 islands and cays which is an extension of the archipelago that makes up The Bahamas Islands. The Turks and Caicos are north of Hispaniola in the Atlantic Ocean.
The Turks and Caicos are occasionally affecte... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson01st December 2008
The Bahamas are an archipelago southeast of Florida and northeast of Cuba. It comprises about 700 islands and many more islets. Of the vast number of islands, only about 30-40 are inhabited. The geography of The Bahamas is mostly quite flat with only a... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson28th November 2008
We were like kids, definitely having a blast. Tulum has one of the most beautiful powder beaches we’ve ever seen. It was a surprise to find this piece of partly-undiscovered paradise. The white sand beach was never really crowded. This is the place wher... Read >
Author: Ella27th November 2008
We were like kids, definitely having a blast. Tulum has one of the most beautiful powder beaches we’ve ever seen. It was a surprise to find this piece of partly-undiscovered paradise. The white sand beach was never really crowded. This is the place wher... Read >
Author: Ella22nd November 2008
To get the best deals on stays and cruises, a fair amount of research and effort should be put in. The best place to start the search is the World Wide Web (the internet). Popular sites such as Expedia, Travelzoo, Orbitz and Travelocity can be looked for... Read >
Author: Karl Guevara05th November 2008
Where are we now - and the future?
The Professional Indemnity (PI) market is currently in its soft phase, with insurers still placing emphasis on volume at the expense of profit.
And what of the future? It is certain that at some stage the market wi... Read >
Author: Silviu Marian03rd November 2008
Everyone looks for weather when it comes to cruising especially for Caribbean cruise. Generally, the weather of Caribbean stays 75- 85 degrees almost every year. As it happens to all places, the weather of Caribbean also goes ups and downs according to ti... Read >
Author: Alien23rd October 2008
As in elapsed Hurricane Seasons, pet owners and their pets may be vital to abandon on petite notice. The 2008 Hurricane Season ongoing on June 1st and will last pending November 30th. Forecasters predict that 13-16 named storms will come this term with as... Read >
Author: Jarred Sadler13th October 2008
The hurricane season lasts from June to November and is the most susceptible period when one can damage ones car in a hurricane. Most of the people rush to get a car insurance for the hurricane season so that it protects them from any damages that may occ... Read >
Author: Alien13th October 2008
Any family holiday will likely have to depend upon the economic status of the family involved. If there are budgetary considerations, these will affect the place, time of year, and the number of invitees. The next consideration is the makeup of the family... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer06th October 2008
Past History has demonstrated time and time again that a lack of awareness and preparedness are common occurrences among all major hurricane disasters.
Preparing for hurricane; you can be less vulnerability by knowing what actions you should take for y... Read >
Author: Anita Mckenzie06th October 2008
Tulum, Mexico is a great place to visit, especially during September when a number of different factors combine to make a great vacation window. If you are considering taking a vacation to Mexico or anywhere else during this time, it’s a good idea to ch... Read >
Author: Ella26th September 2008
Hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes are natural disasters that occur on a regular basis throughout the United States. It's imperative that homeowners who live in high risk zones be thoroughly prepared in case disaster strikes.
In states such as Flor... Read >
Author: Karrie Rose24th September 2008
A Caribbean cruise has everything to offer that one can imagine and dream in his or her dream. Cruise travelers can enjoy their vacation actively by snorkeling, sea kayaking and fishing. Apart from them, they can also spend some soothing and pacifying mom... Read >
Author: Alien24th September 2008
If you live in one of the many states or countries that are affected by a hurricane season, you may want to start investing in some tarps. This is especially true if the meteorologists are predicting a rough hurricane season. It is important that house ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer24th September 2008
When planning a vacation, if you are heading to a tropical climate it would be a good idea to know when and where hurricanes occur. Hurricanes and more generically, tropical cyclones occur in seven distinct basins around the world. Some hurricanes formati... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson23rd September 2008
The concept of a last minute deal on a cruise used to be like getting a great deal after going down to the pier. But now this concept is no more in vogue. Since 2001 it has been seen that cruise ship has to get the passenger manifest 24 to 48 hours before... Read >
Author: Alien18th September 2008
Ike forms in the Atlantic Ocean
Hurricane Ike began as a tropical wave off of the coast of Africa around August 29th, 2008. A few days later, by September 1 it had developed into the 9th tropical depression of the
Hurricane season and was classified tr... Read >
Author: Rich Johnson18th September 2008
For many years the concept of a last minute deal on a cruise was that you went down to the pier and got a great deal or maybe you called the cruise live the night before the ship sailed and they gave you a bargain. Those scenarios can no longer happen sin... Read >
Author: bryan11th September 2008
Since this is the summer time and hurricane season is about at its peak, there are some precautions that you need to take to save your family from the dangers of black mold and the black mold health issues that happen after the hurricanes have done their ... Read >
Author: Drago Marx09th September 2008
If you've ever wondered why hurricanes arrive like clockwork during "hurricane season," it's because conditions are just right. With the warm waters of late summer, low pressure systems, and other conditions in place, hurricanes are born.
Hurricanes st... Read >
Author: Mark Decherd09th September 2008
If you’ve ever wondered why hurricanes arrive like clockwork during “hurricane season,” it’s because conditions are just right. With the warm waters of late summer, low pressure systems, and other conditions in place, hurricanes are born.
... Read >
Author: Mark Decherd09th September 2008
If you’ve ever wondered why hurricanes arrive like clockwork during “hurricane season,” it’s because conditions are just right. With the warm waters of late summer, low pressure systems, and other conditions in place, hurricanes are born.
Hurr... Read >
Author: Mark Decherd04th September 2008
Finding the best time to take a cruise can be easy because really the cruise industry has year around cruises. There are better times to find cheaper cruise because like anything they are supply and demand and in the summer and winter months are busier fo... Read >
Author: bryan02nd September 2008
If you really love scenic locations with plenty of wildlife, then you should plan to spend your vacation backpacking through Costa Rica. The best time of year to visit depends on whether or not you like crowds. From December to April is peak tourist seaso... Read >
Author: Ling Tong27th August 2008
Cruise ship passengers bound for tropical waters usually look forward to days of wonderful warm weather. They don't always think about hurricanes and tropical storms, which tend to occur exactly during peak cruise season. So what does a hurricane actually... Read >
Author: Mandy Karlik22nd August 2008
When you pay more than you can really afford for a home, you have to do everything you can to protect your investment. Housing costs in Miami are among the highest in the nation when you compare them to the incomes people make in the area. In times of c... Read >
Author: Eddie Frank22nd August 2008
When you pay more than you can really afford for a home, you have to do everything you can to protect your investment. Housing costs in Miami are among the highest in the nation when you compare them to the incomes people make in the area. In times of c... Read >
Author: Eddie Frank20th August 2008
The insurance sector has been having a booming last few years with no major disaster and the hurricane season going off pretty peacefully. Hence that want to expand and slogans like “we insure anything” become common place. When this happens the need... Read >
Author: seo@employmentcrossing.com25th July 2008
More and more consumers are recognizing that at least for right now they are better off financially renting than buying. This is certainly a departure from the past when most consumers realized that the best financial option would be to buy rather than re... Read >
Author: Heather Seitz18th July 2008
The first named storm of the hurricane season is trundling west across the Atlantic. Are we in for a big storm season?
Currently Bertha is heading slightly north west and is expected to then swing to the north. This will take her into colder waters w... Read >
Author: markcb16th July 2008
For many of the residents up and down the Mississippi water damage is part of every day life, the natural flow of the river often brings its rain soaked water crashing over her banks and levees into unwelcome territory.
Every couple of years this type... Read >
Author: Mark Decherd01st July 2008
Natural gas futures prices can see a record increase in prices based on the cooling demand season, hurricane season and the Warner-Lieberman bill, if it passes. The low supplies of natural gas and the increasing demand might push natural gas futures price... Read >
Author: MK Smith09th June 2008
As in past Hurricane Seasons, pet owners and their pets may be forced to evacuate on short notice. The 2008 Hurricane Season started on June 1st and will continue until November 30th. Forecasters predict that 13-16 named storms will develop this season wi... Read >
04th June 2008
Hurricane season is fast approaching for those of us living in Florida. With it comes the risk of heavy winds and floods that can do plenty of damage to our homes. It’s time to dust off disaster supply kits and make sure they’re full of all the suppli... Read >
Author: Calum MacKenzie04th June 2008
Hurricane season is fast approaching for those of us living in Florida. With it comes the risk of heavy winds and floods that can do plenty of damage to our homes. It’s time to dust off disaster supply kits and make sure they’re full of all the suppli... Read >
Author: Calum MacKenzie29th May 2008
T & K Futures and Options, Inc. believes that an active hurricane season in the Gulf of Mexico might send many commodity market prices violently higher. Hurricane forecasters are predicting an active hurricane season similar to the 2005 year when Katrina ... Read >
Author: MK Smith22nd May 2008
Recent research from the US suggests that the number of Hurricanes and Tropical cyclones experienced in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans will decrease as a result of global warming. At the same time there will be a slight increase in the intensity of these... Read >
Author: markcb20th May 2008
Cape Verde has become a land of exciting opportunity in recent years, where the economy, tourist industry and property market - not to mention its infrastructure and list of airports - have all grown. Each of these are dependent on the other, which has me... Read >
Author: Assetz UK18th April 2008
Ambergris Caye is the most popular spot in Belize for scuba diving. It offers a variety of diving such as reefs, walls, blue holes and more. If you've never been to Belize before, Ambergris Caye is a great place to start.
Geography
Ambergris Cay... Read >
Author: Dianne Rein16th April 2008
When planning a trip or stay in Hawaii one of the first things to consider is lodging. While most people would start looking at hotels, one should consider looking into rental properties. Rental properties are homes, condos, villas or land available for... Read >
Author: Steve Cancel09th April 2008
What springs to mind when you think of Florida?
Sun? Sandy beaches? Sea World?
The presence of Walt Disney World and a multitude of theme parks and water parks on the outskirts of the state mean there is no shortage of attractions for families to v... Read >
Author: DCollins11th March 2008
It's true, destination weddings are all the rage today.
What exactly is a destination wedding? In simple terms, it's a wedding away from your hometown, either just the two of you, or with family and friends. It can be as simple or elaborate, inexpe... Read >
Author: S. Hearn21st January 2008
A wedding is a wonderful time for a couple. It is a time to enjoy and celebrate the start of a new life together.
A honeymoon is an ideal way to start your married life together. It is a time to get away from the stresses of wedding preparation and to ... Read >
Author: Sharon L.16th January 2008
As you look at the weather information you will find that this beautiful country has a relatively pleasant climate. While you may feel that you will not be able to stand going outdoors you will find yourself pleasantly wrong.
For those of you who are v... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu20th September 2007
brought to you by www.PetsReady.comThe hurricane season varies from year to year so one cannot predict how strong the storms could get at a certain time or how many will hit us. They say that global warming affects the storm systems and makes them more da... Read >
Author: deborah.s31st August 2007
Nothing in the world beats a family beach vacation, whether it's at a deluxe resort, or a simple campground on the beach.
Below, are some ways you might do your vacation:
Caribbean Beach Vacation 1. Families flock to Jamaica and the Dominican Repu... Read >
Author: Travelvacationandgrowrich24th August 2007
Nothing in the world beats a family beach vacation,
whether it's at a deluxe resort, or a simple
campground on the beach.
Below, are some ways you might do your vacation:
Caribbean Beach Vacation
1. Families flock to Jamaica and the
Dominica... Read >
Author: John Ugoshowa20th August 2007
The factors that determine your RV insurance rates often go undisclosed, leaving insurance buyers in the dark and making decisions about prices that don�t seem to add up. This article illustrates the key factors that determine your RV insurance rate and... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer09th August 2007
Prepare your boat for hurricane season:
With hurricane season upon us, you want to be prepared and know what to do with your boat. Modern technology allows us to be warned of an approaching hurricane, so we can get ourselves to safety. However, it is s... Read >
Author: Earl11th July 2007
Most people don't realize how much electricity a refrigerator uses. Unlike most household appliances, a refrigerator is working hard all the time. It is a heat pump, pumping heat out of the freezer, and using a fan to cool off the refrigerator unit. So, i... Read >
Author: johnnyways11th July 2007
With new passport requirements causing much frustration among U.S. travelers, American Express Travel is suggesting the US Virgin Islands as an excellent tropical vacation alternative to Mexico or the other Caribbean islands. The US Virgin Islands can be... Read >
Author: Virginia Morgan04th June 2007
Predicted Busy Hurricane Season Could Impact Financial Markets
Energy Market Spike from Threatened Hurricanes Would Drive Corn and Sugar Prices Higher Due to Increased Ethanol Demand
Consumers’ Pocketbooks Bear Brunt of Major Storms
With the... Read >
Author: Erik Cocks30th May 2007
The lazy days of summer are upon us. So pass the sweetened sun-brewed iced tea with the mini cocktail umbrella and light up a few tiki torches. But don’t doze off in that hammock just yet. Along with summer comes the increased chance of severe summer ... Read >
Author: Krista10th May 2007
Hurricane season is just around the corner, which means greater potential for flooding and/or flood damage to your home. It doesn’t matter where you live, flooding can occur almost anywhere. If you live along the coast or near a body of water, particula... Read >
Author: Krista09th April 2007
Temperatures are rising worldwide and researchers are constantly reminding us of the grim future that lies ahead if we don't clean up our acts and our environment. But is global warming a reality or a reality born of illusion?
In an upcoming book, T... Read >
Author: Lynn Cole27th March 2007
With baby boomers reaching retirement age, there is going to be a large number of retirees looking for a new place to live. With there being so many different places to move to, all with their own ups and downs to each, one really needs to do some resear... Read >
Author: Jeff W16th November 2006
It's never wise to go anywhere without your travel umbrella whether you're traveling to the next county to attend a wedding or vacationing halfway around the world. I don't know if it's truly global warming, or Murphy's Law, but if you leave your umbr... Read >
Author: maxine greco15th November 2006
Despite the lack of hype, St Lucia offers great tourist facilities and caters to all budgets, you can stay at luxury hotels or inexpensive guest houses, dine in world-class restaurants or at roadside kiosks, and shop in large duty-free malls or at open-ai... Read >
Author: Mark Felix19th September 2006
Perched at the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula along the Caribbean coast, Cancun is the ideal place for a Mexican getaway if your idea of the perfect vacation involves spending hours spread out on a gorgeous beach with the sun radiating above you. With its s... Read >
Author: Jennifer Weiss06th August 2006
Experts have begun calling this the 'Cape Verde Hurricane Season,' because multiple storm systems are moving westward from Africa through the Cape Verde Islands. Hurricane scientists from Europe and the United States are now in Africa studying the cluster... Read >
Author: James Finch24th July 2006
While the early results of earnings season may not be giving investors much to cheer about, it is a nice diversion to the stock market's May-June sell-off.
And like a much needed summer holiday, it may be just the break penny stock investor's need be... Read >
Author: John Whitefoot24th July 2006
Why tempt fate ?
Summer weather can not only zap your newer computer systems but also your vintage computer as well as irrereplaceable vintage computer software as well as the time and energy spent in setup, hardware rep... Read >
Author: Arthur Fellon12th July 2006
The summer months are some of the most popular times of the year for weddings with so many couples now looking at tropical destinations to hold their event. Aruba, the Bahamas, and Florida are favored wedding spots, with the latter two being among the mos... Read >
Author: Michael Brito11th July 2006
Weather Channel on Dish Network
Information from the television is so important today. Whether it is news, sports, weather or other subjects, no other source can provide so much informational content so quickly as Satellite Television. Dish Network, the ... Read >
Author: Herman Turtle23rd June 2006
It's been a wild and wooly couple of weeks on the international stock markets. But is the recent slide grinding to a halt...or just taking a breather before tumbling some more? And more importantly, what does it mean to astute penny stock investors?
Wa... Read >
Author: John Whitefoot23rd June 2006
Hurricanes cause billions of dollars in damage each year, including damage to computers. Unfortunately, computers can be much harder to replace if lost than other electronics because of the data contained on their hard drives and time spent tweaking and o... Read >
Author: Joe Uantu10th June 2006
With the record-setting hurricane season of 2005, it is never too soon to begin preparing for the 2006 season, which has been predicted to have an above average number of hurricanes.
EHA has over 25 years of experience with mold related matters and can... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer30th May 2006
Mexico travel is one of those things that a good many people only dream about. Long thought to be one of the most beautiful places on the planet, Mexico is a shining star among those that travel the world. There is little that can be more exotic than Me... Read >
Author: Monice Dulcinea29th May 2006
As the hurricane season looms and I think about the tragedy and devastation of the 2005 hurricane season, I can't help but realize how much we take for granted.It's easy to appreciate life when things are going great. And as the distance of time separates... Read >
Author: Vickie Milazzo RN, MSN, JD24th May 2006
New Orleans is a changed city after the disaster of Hurricane Katrina in the 2005 Hurricane season. As we all watched with horror as the flooding destroyed the city and killed indiscriminately the city became an example of the power of nature's fury. As w... Read >
Author: Brian Johansson21st May 2006
As we waited to return to the New Orleans area to see what was left of our house after hurricane Katrina, our area was visited by hurricane Rita and that storm summarily squashed any hope we had left of recovering anything. When we finally saw our house a... Read >
Author: Rev Michael Bresciani15th May 2006
The hurricane season will be upon us shortly and it is wise to begin preparations for all consequences associated with these catastrophic events. Timely and proper planning will avoid much of the stress resulting from hurricane damage and may well avoid i... Read >
Author: Jon Stout25th April 2006
After the events surrounding hurricane Katrina in the 2005 hurricane season many people in coastal areas are asking themselves if they need to purchase hurricane insurance. If you are asking yourself this question, you probably do. There actually isn't an... Read >
Author: David Stone25th April 2006
A friend of mine at work got into the I fund (based on the Morgan Stanley Capital International EAFE) at the right time and rode it to some great profits. He said that as oil prices rose so did the I fund. Being a curious fellow I decided to take a look... Read >
Author: Patrick Altoft25th April 2006
I can think of many reasons for someone to buy a hurricane shutter; some of them obvious, some of them not so much. Hurricane shutters are most commonly found in southern states that often see hurricanes or bad weather a couple months out of the year. Wit... Read >
Author: Jacob Martus21st April 2006
As Hurricane season approaches it is important for pet owners to have a plan as to what they are going to do with their animals if they are asked to evacuate. Most hurricane shelters won't accept animals. Some pet owners will choose to stay in their homes... Read >
Author: David Stone20th April 2006
Portable generators are not the most inexpensive item to get in preparation for a hurricane, but it could be the best one. Every year there has been an increase in the amount of hurricanes in the Atlantic Ocean. This has led to more people suffering fro... Read >
Author: David Stone20th April 2006
Five most costly hurricanes
1. Hurricane Katrina (LA, MI, AL) 2005 Category 5, Estaimated Damage $76,000,000,000
One of the deadliest and the most costly storms in American history occurred during the 2005 hurricane season. This Category 5 storm ca... Read >
Author: David Stone28th March 2006
Disaster Planning for the Hurricane Season
By
Jon M. Stout
March 21, 2006
The hurricane season will be upon us shortly and it is wise to begin to plan for all eventualities associated with these catastrophic events. Proper planning now will avoid ... Read >
Author: Jon Stout16th March 2006
Every home needs a home inventory updated at least once a year. Homeowners who live in hurricane stricken areas like Florida, coastal regions of Alabama or Louisiana and Texas are used to putting together a home inventory on a regular basis, but for those... Read >
Author: Ian Anderson09th March 2006
2005 marked a record year for hurricanes in the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, with weather reporters resorting to using the Greek Alphabet to come up with names for hurricanes and tropical storms headed towards the United States. Unfortunately a few ... Read >
Author: Ian Anderson07th March 2006
As we strive to find alternative energy resources, many potential solutions are on the table. Biomass energy is one such solution or is it?
Biomass energy is unique in that it has existed in primitive forms since the early days of mankind. Burning woo... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo01st February 2006
The U.S. Department of Energy has been given a mission of reducing fossil fuel dependence and pollution in the country. Its answer is the Million Solar Roof Initiative.
Million Solar Roof Initiative U.S. Department of Energy
For the past 20 years... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo18th November 2005
1. Most folks know that Americans celebrate a Thanksgiving Day, but they aren't alone. What event is celebrated in The Virgin Islands on Oct. 25?
A. A Thanksgiving Day to rejoice in the end of the hurricane season
B. A Thanksgiving Day to celebrate the... Read >
Author: Deanna Mascle08th August 2005
According to the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, the East Pacific expects 15 to 16 tropical storms. Nine of these end up becoming hurricanes with five becoming deadly major hurricanes. If you live in the southeastern part of the U.S. then... Read >
Author: Sari El-Dajjani
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