In the next 5 years, the first wave of America's 76 million baby boomers will be retiring. Since today's retirees are generally healthier and more active than their parents, they are looking forward to living longer and spending more time playing with grandchildren, pursuing hobbies or even trying new careers.Investors enter retirement with more confidence if they have a thoughtful retirement strategy. Planning ahead helps those nearing...more
Enjoy Holiday Eating and Keep Off the Pounds "He who has a why to live can bear almost any how." Friedrich Nietzsche Tis' the season to be jolly and eat and drink more. Or does it have to be that way? This time of year is a time of reflection about what matters most in life, about friends, family and those in need. It is a time to reflect on the higher power, the Creator and to connect with him and his plans for our life. One day this life...more
Yacht Charter Holidays - What Luggage And Clothes To Take? Are you thinking of chartering a yacht for a holiday so that you can explore say a country like Egypt from a different perspective. Plus by opting for this kind of holiday it allows you the opportunity to really relax and unwind. But before you do go ahead and arrange your holiday there are certain things that you need to consider. Below we take a look at what some of these are. 1. Clothes – When staying on a yacht or even a motor cruiser the amount of space in which your clothes can be stored is somewhat limited. So it is best if you don't bring too many clothes with you. Generally during the day you will find that you spend most of yours wearing your swimming gear or a pair of shorts and a t-shirt . Whereas when going ashore for a nice meal or to explore then for the guys a nice pair of trousers with a polo shirt would suffice and for the women a light summer dress. If you can opt for clothes that are made from natural materials. Not only are these light and comfortable but will ensure that you won't suffer too much from heat or sweat. Plus if they need to be washed this can be done...more
What Should You Tip When On Holiday When you are on holiday although it may seem alien to you it is important that in order to show your appreciation of the service in various restaurants, bars and cafes that you leave a tip for the staff. But of course the reason why most people tend not to leave a tip especially when a broad is that they...more
When you are planning for your retirement, a 401K plan is a good place to start. This a very special account that you fund with pre-tax earnings and is deducted from your paycheck each pay period. These funds are then invested in a variety of bonds, mutual funds, and stocks, and no taxes are charged upon it until the funds are withdrawn from the...more
How Do You Choose The Right Sort Of Cruise Holiday Are you looking for a holiday that is a little different from the kinds where you spend a great deal of time just lazing by the pool or on the beach? If you are then why not consider booking yourself a cruise. There are many different companies that offer these that not only suit particular tastes but also different budgets. But with so many different ones to choose from how do you know which one is going to be the right cruise for you. Below we take a look at some of the factors that could help you to consider the right sort of holiday cruise for you. Factor 1- Do You Enjoy Being With Lots Of Other People? If you do then of course this is the right kind of holiday for you. Remember that there are going to be days when you will be travelling from one location to another and may spend this with lots of people many of them you won't really know. But by opting to go on one of the larger cruise ships will allow you the opportunity to find a space that allows you to get away from the rest of the crowd if you want. Factor 2 – Do You Enjoy Having Lots To Do? Again booking a trip on one of the much larger...more
Why Ask Club La Costa To Arrange Your Next Holiday Looking for a company that can arrange all aspects with regards to your holiday. Then you should be considering a company such as Club la Costa. This is a private members club that was...more
Spring into Action There are many advantages to donating a car;1. You don't have to haggle with the car dealer over the trade in value of your car2. You don't have the expense of advertising your car in the paper or...more
Slip on a t-shirt, thick eyeliner and some shiny stockings. Haven't left the house. Guzzle half a bottle of red that's been sitting on the shelf. Does opened wine go off or get better with age? Turn off Sydney Rd and follow the pocket of light and...more
Austria - There Is More To This Country Than Snow Capped Mountains Many people will choose to visit Austria during the months of October and March as this is when the best snow is falling. However, what many people do not realize is that...more
How to Create a Cheese board for the holidays What to include: In addition to cheese, a holiday cheese platter can include all sorts of delicious foods. Accompaniments like fruits, meats and nuts, combined with a colorful selection of cheeses...more
How To Plan Your Next Holiday Without Stress When going on holiday with your family of course you want everybody to have a great time. However, the planning of such trips can prove extremely stressful especially if you are deciding to go...more