Mountain hiking is an ideal activity for those who lack outdoorsy physical exercises, yet don't like sports which require quick outbursts of energy and excessive sweating. It is also an ideal way to recharge your batteries and make you feel like a brand new person after having a stressful week […]
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Home Generators vs. Portable Generators
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6J1KTdWc2o] Years ago, dealing with an electricity outage for a while wasn't a big deal, as many people had lived their lives without electricity before. In today's world, however, people depend much more on electricity for heat, light, refrigeration, cooking, and more. When power outages or blackouts occur, they […]
South African Burning Man Festival
Once a year the Karoo desert of South Africa hosts a spectacular arts festival. This festival is called AfrikaBurn and takes place in Tankwa Karoo National Park. AfrikaBurn is a regional subsidiary of Nevada's more famous Burning Man festival. The South African event is hosted by Afrika Burns Creative Projects, […]
A Glimpse at Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice National Park in Croatia is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful natural sights in Europe. Thanks to its significance and natural beauty, this system of sixteen inter-linked lakes and a large forest complex around it were set aside as a national park in 1949. Read on for more on […]
Why Are Solar Lights so Popular?
It seems like every year strides are made in "greening up" our lighting options. The technology has evolved so much that CFLs, the bulbs that seemed revolutionary a decade ago, are now not only old news but almost reviled because of their mercury content. Even LED light bulbs feel commonplace. […]
Keep Your Recreational Vehicle Humid Free
While moving out I never liked to carry on my car along with me. I was a bit lazy and I wanted to carry my own bed and kitchen along with me, as I am a big time food lover and a guy who loves to procrastinate sometimes, so I […]
Where's the Best State to Retire?
Not sure where you're planning to retire? From the Eastern Seaboard to the Southwest, today's retirees have plenty of options. Many states and communities are actively trying to attract retirees with better tax laws and improved public services. So, which place is best for you? Let's look: New Jersey The […]
Ladies Sports Watches: Does Timex Vanquish Casio?
The two most popular manufacturers of sports watches are Timex and Casio. These are brands that have been developed to cope with the rumble and tumble of our daily lives and therefore, pay more attention to durability as opposed to style. But that does not expressly imply that they are […]
Options for Cooking Without Power
A power outage can be a stressful time at home, especially when it gets dark outside. It is best to be prepared for any situation that can arise from this, especially if you live in a neighborhood that seems prone to power outages. One of the biggest challenges when the […]
Highlights Of Latin America
Spanning a myriad of cultures, landscapes and languages, Latin America is a treasure trove of fascinating travel destinations. The opportunities here are endless, and you're as likely to find yourself riding with gauchos on a ranch in Argentina as you are strolling along Ipanema Beach in Brazil, or exploring the […]
Web Design Elements to Avoid for a Successful Website
Rand Fishkin, the founder of SEOmoz, advises that, "There is no black magic to successfully attracting customers via the web." However making great choices about what you have on your website can help. Some people assume that when designing a website, all you have to choose is a WordPress theme […]
Activities to Get Kids Off the Electronics and into Nature
In this day and age, it has become more difficult to get children to play outside. Most kids would much rather sit on the couch and play video games. It is estimated that children spend about 55 hours per week inside including school and using electronics in the home. Unfortunately, […]