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		<title>Myrtle Beach Resorts for Vacation</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many great places out there that are designed specially for vacation. You can browse the options of some places suited for honeymoon, family vacation, adventures, until to the shopping vacation. However as you might intend to have a high quality of vacation at the beach front resorts, then the options would be strictly [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;">There are many great places out there that are  designed specially for vacation. You can browse the options of some places  suited for honeymoon, family vacation, adventures, until to the shopping  vacation. However as you might intend to have a high quality of vacation at the  beach front resorts, then the options would be strictly limited to choose  from.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;">Among all the options of great beach vacation spots,  there you might be able to find Myrtle Beach. This is reasonable since that all  the </span><a href="http://www.princeresortonline.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #0000ff; font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Myrtle Beach Resorts</span></span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"> available in the area, are can be categorized as the finest  resorts, which also able to provide the best </span><a href="http://www.princeresortonline.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #0000ff; font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Myrtle Beach Accomodations</span></span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #0000ff; font-size: x-small;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;">for either  honeymoon or family vacations. Even in some cases, there are many people  companies held their corporate vacation in the area though.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;">And Prince Resort is the one that known as the highly  classed </span><a href="http://www.princeresortonline.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #0000ff; font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Myrtle Beach Resort</span></span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"> located at the Cherry Grove Pier, where you can enjoy a good  time in it. Many attractions are provided there, including some activity spots  and sports centre for your hobby. Just get into PrinceResortOnline.com website  for the detailed information about these </span><a href="http://www.princeresortonline.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #0000ff; font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Myrtle Beach Accommodations</span></span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"> they have, and there you can also do the reservation for your  upcoming visiting.</span></p>
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		<title>Sail the Florida Keys</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:16:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[At the south point of Florida, there is a chain of islands 170 miles long that is embedded in turquoise water. This is the Keys, bordered by the unique living coral reef in the United States. The subtropical climate and the extraordinary beauty of the Atlantic have made this ecological wonder one of the most [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>At the south point of Florida, there is a chain of islands 170 miles long that is embedded in turquoise water. This is the Keys, bordered by the unique living coral reef in the United States. The subtropical climate and the extraordinary beauty of the Atlantic have made this ecological wonder one of the most prized destinations for sailors.</p>
<p><strong>Sailboat Chartering With or Without a Captain</strong></p>
<p>You can choose from four types of sailboat vacation:</p>
<p>Leasing the sailboat without a captain or &#8220;Bareboat Chartering&#8221;  &#8211; The sea has no secrets for you or your crew and you are capable of bringing the sailboat back to port even if a hitch happens during your trip.</p>
<p>Chartering a sailboat with a captain &#8211; You prefer to have a captain on board to help you with the bowline knot.</p>
<p>Sailboat training &#8211; You want to learn to navigate or you wish to enhance your knowledge. Charter companies offer courses at every level, for groups, couples, for a weekend or for the whole week.</p>
<p>Cruising with a captain and cook &#8211; You watch them raise the sails and manipulate the sauce pans, while you take it easy.</p>
<p><strong>Choosing a Sailboat</strong></p>
<p>The marinas cannot always accommodate boats that are too big. Also the draft of your boat should not exceed 4.5 to 5 feet and the beam 13.5 feet to 14 feet. We prefer mono hulls from 40 to 43 feet long. They combine space and comfort and generally find a spot in the small marinas of the Keys. These boats are also better equipped than the smaller sailboats. Catamarans rarely find a dock large enough and must anchor outside.</p>
<p>The boats are rented for a day, a weekend or for a week. <span id="more-251"></span></p>
<p><strong>Best Time for Sailing the Keys</strong></p>
<p>The Keys benefit from a subtropical climate. You can sail all year long but, like everywhere else, there is this fantastic time of the year and less favorable periods.</p>
<p>The best periods are: March, April, May, end of November and beginning of December.</p>
<p>The periods of tourism affluence are Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year</p>
<p>Possible cold front periods: End of December, January and February.</p>
<p>Hurricane, humidity and mosquitoes&#8217; months are June to November, with a peak in August September, and October.</p>
<p><strong>Books</strong></p>
<p>Cruising Guide to the Florida Keys, by Captain Frank Papy.<br />
Good basic information about places to visit, marinas, underwater activity, etc. Excellent maps describing the entrances to ports and marinas, usually difficult in access because of shallow waters.</p>
<p>Diving and Snorkeling guide to The Florida Keys, by Halas and Kincaid.<br />
Excellent guide for skin diving and snorkeling. Description of coral reefs, exotic fish and sunken Spanish Galleons. Indication of depth and the level of difficulty of the different sites.</p>
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		<title>Enjoy The Captivating Sunrise Luxury Ft. Lauderdale</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 02:56:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sunrise Luxury Ft. Lauderdale is an apartment complex that has nightly rental units at reasonable prices. Located only minutes away from Ft. Lauderdale airport and only a few miles from the beach, the unique apartments offer custom made furnishings and include all of the house-wares and kitchen-wares you will need during your visit. The complex [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sunrise Luxury Ft. Lauderdale is an apartment complex that has nightly rental units at reasonable prices. Located only minutes away from Ft. Lauderdale airport and only a few miles from the beach, the unique apartments offer custom made furnishings and include all of the house-wares and kitchen-wares you will need during your visit.</p>
<p>The complex includes a heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi, fitness room and business center. Each unit has high speed Internet and cable in every bedroom. The imported tile in the living, dining and kitchen areas, along with the granite-top kitchen counters, gives a luxurious feel to the fully-furnished apartments.<span id="more-45"></span></p>
<p>Sunrise Luxury Ft. Lauderdale is just walking distance away from all of the fun things you will want to do during your visit, including golf, shopping, restaurants and more. Of course, you may want to spend some time relaxing on your Terrace or just relaxing around the pool.</p>
<p>Dining facilities and wares are based on 6 people, and all the small and large appliances are included. In the two bedroom units, you get 2 bathrooms, a king bedded master bedroom and two twin beds in the second bedroom. The china, glassware, linen and towels are provided and weekly housekeeping is available on request.</p>
<p>Sunrise Luxury Ft. Lauderdale rents apartments by the night, week or month, although in season, from January to March, there is a 7 night minimum rental and off season or holidays have a 3 night minimum stay. Of course, the rates are reasonable and it is a great way for “snow-birds” to spend the winter, effortlessly and care-free in a fully furnished apartment that includes utilities. All you have to do is bring the clothes and buy the groceries.</p>
<p>Ft. Lauderdale, Florida offers many things to do and see. With the close proximity to Miami, Hollywood and Deerfield Beach, you can attend the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival in July, visit Deerfield Beach’s Floatin’ Family Movie Nights, or go to top name concerts in Miami.</p>
<p>Of course, a boat cruise down the Intercoastal Waterway or enjoying some of the best seafood from the Atlantic are always waiting. The warm sunshine, crystal clear waters and sandy beaches are the main reasons many visit Fort Lauderdale, year round.</p>
<p>The captivating Sunrise Luxury Apartments are a great way to be centrally located, close to the Turnpike and Interstate and near the major attractions and activities. Because Florida is one of the top tourist destinations in America, Fort Lauderdale is a popular retreat that features the lush tropical landscaping, sandy beaches and all of the water-related activities you can think of.</p>
<p>Renting a vacation rental hotspot such as Sunrise Luxury in Fort Lauderdale is an affordable way to get the space and comfort you need, and the fully-furnished apartments are cheaper than many hotel rooms, which make them great for family vacations.</p>
<p>When you visit Florida, check into Fort Lauderdale’s Sunrise Luxury Apartments. It is a fun and affordable way to vacation in one of the top tourist destinations.</p>
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		<title>A Change is as Good as a Rest when it comes to New Year</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:41:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With Christmas comes a copious amount of consumption. From turkey and trimmings, to chocolate and cheese, the festive period is a time when countless people the world over indulge in a veritable feast of fine food, wine…and even more food and wine. So by the time New Year comes around a mere seven days later, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With Christmas comes a copious amount of consumption. From turkey and trimmings, to chocolate and cheese, the festive period is a time when countless people the world over indulge in a veritable feast of fine food, wine…and even more food and wine. <span id="more-48"></span></p>
<p>So by the time New Year comes around a mere seven days later, anyone could be forgiven for lacking a little on the enthusiasm front. Moreover, there is so much pressure to go out and celebrate the arrival of a new year; it often leads to disappointment, with pubs, clubs and many street parties charging exorbitant amounts to cram into overcrowded spaces.</p>
<p>This may paint an overly-dismal picture of what is supposed to be a period of celebration, but it is a reality for many people and one that will resonate across all demographics.</p>
<p>Furthermore, many would argue that the best New Years have been when it is treated like a normal weekend; with stifled expectations and an ‘easy come, easy go’ attitude, this can often make for the best nights out.</p>
<p>After a hectic, hedonistic Christmas though, simply getting away and having a change of scenery for a few days can be the best way of spending the New Year period. Moreover, there’s no need to venture too far: the UK is full of fantastic destinations, catering for all requirements.</p>
<p>If relaxation is what the doctor ordered, then there are countless spa resorts offering extensive leisure services including swimming pools, thermal suites, rock and bio saunas, aromatherapy steam and laconium rooms and beauty and massage parlours.</p>
<p>Then there are neat country retreats, providing short-term hideaway holidays for those needing a little bit of time to themselves.</p>
<p>It doesn’t have to be all about relaxation though. People who are looking for something a little less sedate can jump on a plane, train or automobile and head to the bright lights of London and take in a show in Theatreland, visit the plethora of museums that are available and soak in the atmosphere of what is one the world’s greatest cities.</p>
<p>So there’s no shortage of things to do and New Year breaks to suit all tastes and budgets are available with a few clicks of a mouse.</p>
<p>Of course, things do tend to get busy at that time of year so it is always wise to plan ahead to avoid disappointment. A nice hotel in a choice location can mean New Year doesn’t turn into a damp squib and it may even turn out to be one of the highlights of the year; and whether it’s spa resorts or a city break in London, a change is most certainly as good as a rest.</p>
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		<title>Disney World Is Not Only For Children</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 18:31:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When we think of Disney World, we think of all the exciting and exhilarating rides and activities for kids. Today, however, Disney World in Orlando, Florida, has evolved to provide a wide variety of fun and romantic activities for adults. Whether you visit Disney World with or without kids, you will discover that because there [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When we think of Disney World, we think of all the exciting and exhilarating rides and activities for kids. Today, however, Disney World in Orlando, Florida, has evolved to provide a wide variety of fun and romantic activities for adults. Whether you visit Disney World with or without kids, you will discover that because there is so much for adults to see and do, you will be having as good of a time as the kids.<span id="more-46"></span></p>
<p>Disney World is no longer all about the rides. It now has so much to offer adults. The following outlines attractions that cater to adults:</p>
<p>Near the Magic Kingdom, there are host of spectacular golf courses. If you are an avid golfer, you will enjoy 18 holes of beautiful golf courses. Two well known golf courses are the Eagle Pines and Osprey ridge.</p>
<p>When visiting downtown Disney, you will discover incredible fine dining, an array of retail stores, and great entertainment. Disney also hosts a number of adult dance clubs, comedy clubs, the ESPN Sports Bar Club, House of Blues, as well as Cirque de Soliel&#8217;s</p>
<p>La Nouba. Disney also offers a variety of specialty stores containing many unique items. Such exceptional merchandise includes jewelry, beauty products, art, sports items, clothing, and much more.</p>
<p>Enjoy a romantic honeymoon in Disney World. Disney has a number of luxury hotels where couples can enjoy a quiet and tranquil honeymoon. They have dreamy settings such as white sand beaches and beautiful lakes. The luxurious spas are another popular destination for couples on a romantic and relaxing honeymoon.</p>
<p>There are number attractions for those who love excitement and adventure. At Hollywood Studios, adults will love the Rockin&#8217; Roller Coaster and the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. Don&#8217;t forget to take part in the Indiana Jones&#8217; Epic Stunt Spectacular and the Star Wars flight simulator.</p>
<p>Disney&#8217;s dining establishments offer a wide variety of mouthwatering foods from all over the world. This includes seafood, steak, and scrumptious ethnic foods. For visitors who love food, their taste buds will be in dining heaven.</p>
<p>Disney&#8217;s Board Walk is a popular spot for adults as it consists of spectacular entertainment, night clubs, dance clubs, and dining and shopping establishments. Atlantic Dance Hall, located at the Boardwalk Resorts area, is the place to go if you want to dance.</p>
<p>Atlantic Dance Hall is an over the age of 21 nightclub where there is a complete bar and music videos play on the dance floor. The huge dance floor accommodates many dancers and the age of patrons ranges from early 20&#8242;s and up. The variety of people and ages makes it a popular dance choice for everyone.</p>
<p>Disney World also has incredible spas that offer spa packages catering to couples. A few of the services include fine dining, workouts, facials, massages, and aromatherapy. It is a great way to relax and enjoy spending time with your partner.</p>
<p>Disney also provides attractions for adults who are young at heart. This includes a wildlife safari, Disney, Animal Kingdom, Haunted Mansion, and the Epcot Centre.</p>
<p>Disney World has grown into a fantasy attraction for both the young and old. For adults, participating in Disney&#8217;s adult orientated activities will make their vacation truly unforgettable.<span style="font-size:90%; font-style:italic;"></span></p>
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		<title>Nashville Ideal Hotels</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 11:14:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many tourists opt to stay in Nashville for a different vacation experience. The trusty Nashville hotels always make their stay a bit more pleasant than usual. Drury Inn and Suites Nashville Airport This budget hotel lies about a half mile away from the Nashville International Airport and 5 miles away from downtown Nashville. It is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many tourists opt to stay in Nashville for a different vacation experience. The trusty Nashville hotels always make their stay a bit more pleasant than usual.</p>
<p>Drury Inn and Suites Nashville Airport</p>
<p>This budget hotel lies about a half mile away from the Nashville International Airport and 5 miles away from downtown Nashville. It is close to some attractions such as the Opry Mills, the Country Music Hall Of Fame and the Grand Ole Opry. They offer complimentary hot and quick breakfast including Belgian waffles, sausage, biscuit, scrambled egg and free beverage.</p>
<p>It also features free airport shuttle services, an indoor and outdoor swimming pool as well as a whirlpool, exercise room, laundry facilities and a business room. All guestrooms have refrigerators, hairdryers, telephones with voice mail and cable television, coffee maker as well as free high speed Internet access, daily maid services and iron with ironing board.<span id="more-47"></span></p>
<p>The complete address of the hotel is 555 Donelson Pike, Nashville Tennessee.</p>
<p>Ramada Inn Nashville Airport Hotel</p>
<p>This hotel conveniently lies close to some Nashville attractions. The hotel is 6 miles away from the General Jackson Showboat, Opry Miles and 7 miles away from the Country Music Hall of Fame, Nashville Convention Center and Ryman Auditorium. It is also 8 miles away from the Heritage, 10 miles away from the Nashville Zoo and 11 Miles away from the Parthenon.</p>
<p>They have 119 guestrooms, dry cleaning valet, laundry facilities and wakeup services along with heated outdoor swimming pools, a business center and free high speed wireless Internet access. All guestrooms feature a refrigerator, hairdryer, telephone with voice mail, coffee maker, wireless internet access and iron with ironing board.</p>
<p>Hampton Inn Nashville-Vanderbilt</p>
<p>This hotel lies in the center of Nashville and 1 block away from Vanderbilt. The hotel is 6 blocks away from the Ryman Auditorium and Parthenon. It is also 8 blocks away from the Frist Center of the Arts and Nashville Arena. It features 171 guestrooms, a fitness room, conference facilities, an outdoor swimming pool, complimentary high speed wireless Internet access and a game room.</p>
<p>All guestrooms feature a hairdryer, rollaway beds, coffee and tea makers, complimentary toiletries along with satellite television, telephone with voice mail and high speed wireless access.</p>
<p>Music Row Hotels</p>
<p>Best Western Music Raw</p>
<p>This music row hotel lies along the business district of Nashville. The hotel is 1 block away from the Music Row and 1 mile away from the Nashville Convention Center, Country Music Hall and Downtown Nashville as well as from Sommet Center, Riverfront Park and Vanderbilt University. It is also 3 miles away from the Tennessee State Fairgrounds and 12 miles away from the Grand Ole Opry and Gaylord Opryland Resort.</p>
<p>This five-storey property has an outdoor seasonal swimming pool, complimentary breakfast, meeting rooms and business services, 24-hour front desk as well as laundry facilities, a business center and fitness equipment. All guestrooms have satellite television, a hairdryer, wake-up calls, and multi-line phones with voice mail as well as a refrigerator, coffee maker, rollaway bed and electronic magnetic keys.</p>
<p>Loews Vanderbilt Hotel</p>
<p>This luxury music row hotel lies in the city center and 1 block away from the Vanderbilt University. The hotel is 3 blocks away from the Centennial Sportsplex and 5 blocks away from the Centennial Park and the Parthenon. It is also 1 mile away from the Music Row, Sommet Center, Nashville Convention Center, Ryman Auditorium and Country Music Hall of Fame.</p>
<p>The hotel features a full-service health spa, massage treatment room, concierge desk and services ad fitness equipment, conference rooms as well as a business center event catering, secretarial services and high speed wireless Internet access. All guestrooms have high speed Internet access, satellite television with premium channels along with video-game consoles, a refrigerator, coffee maker, bathroom scale, rollaway bed and daily housekeeping.<script src="http://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js" type="text/javascript"></script></p>
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		<title>Live Light Using These 5 Simple Steps to Organizing Clutter</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:23:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Long before people came to the Americas and took over the land the Indians lived in beautiful harmony with the land. They “lived light on the land”. Many tribes traveled from place to place depending on the food sources, weather and other conditions. They traveled with their homes and all of their earthly belongings. They [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Long before people came to the Americas and took over the land the Indians lived in beautiful harmony with the land. They “lived light on the land”. Many tribes traveled from place to place depending on the food sources, weather and other conditions. They traveled with their homes and all of their earthly belongings. They respected the earth and had only what they could use.<span id="more-5"></span></p>
<p>I can safely say as a professional organizer that the majority of us “live heavy on the land”. We have homes we chuck full of things. Often these are things that have no meaning for us or things we once loved but no longer care about. Or we have collected too many things for the space we have and the clutter becomes overwhelming often causing anxiety and depression. Then we are concerned about organizing clutter that we have created and allowed to live with us. This can hold us back from doing things we really want to be doing. We start feeling stuck and burdened with things that once brought us joy because we have too much stuff—and it is just stuff.</p>
<p>If you would like to start “living light” here are five tried and true steps to organizing clutter:</p>
<p>1. Go room by room and decide what is working for you and what isn’t working for you. Evaluate if you use the item, if you like it, if someone else would enjoy it more, if it is just a dust collector. If it doesn’t light you up and you don’t enjoy it, it is time to let go.</p>
<p>2. Make the goal to pare down and get rid of things in each room. I can’t say get rid of 50% of what you have, it is your decision to make after you have done your evaluation. If you are uncomfortable getting rid of items that you purchased or someone gave you, set a goal of getting rid of whatever will fit in a bag or a box and then when you have that space organized and you feel good about it you can come back later and get rid of more things.</p>
<p>I had at least 55 VHS tapes on a book shelf which I haven’t watched in forever. I decided I wanted the space for other things so I took two plastic sacks and said I will fill these up and get rid of the tapes. I thought I was being generous and it would be hard to do. By setting a goal to fill those bags the job went fast and it was fun. Before I was done I had filled several sacks and I only kept 9 tapes in all.</p>
<p>I feel so much lighter and actually happier now I have organized all that clutter. I didn’t even realize I was just holding on to the tapes “in case I ever wanted to watch them”. I can get them from any video store any time; I don’t need them cluttering my home.</p>
<p>3. Work with a friend, family member or professional organizer. It is easier when working with someone who will reinforce your goal and help you decide to let go.</p>
<p>4. Just because you once loved the item and used it doesn’t mean you have to keep it. If you are afraid you will forget the memory, take a picture of the item and put it in a memory book. Or take a picture and down load it to your computer and make a memory file and send the photo to live in that file.</p>
<p>5. Organizing clutter means opening drawers and cupboards and organizing what is in them, not just the flat surfaces in the room. Do one drawer or one cupboard at a time. Don’t try to do it all at once. Doing too much all at once can be over whelming. Believe me the clutter will wait for you and you can come back and organize another day or time.</p>
<p>Organizing clutter can save you time and money. You won’t have to search for items you know you have and you won’t have to go out and buy more things because you can’t find what you now own.</p>
<p>Marilyn is a professional organizer and invites you to visit her website www.marilynbohn.com, She is a sought after public speaker and author who is passionate about teaching ways to organize your life and how to reduce clutter. She works with women in their homes and offices. On her web site she teaches you to get rid of clutter by using her Lights On Organizing System. She provides practical information on how to declutter your home, office and life. In her blogs, articles, and videos she gives timely tips on how to clear clutter and how to declutter everything in your home and office. She is the author of a book called Go Organize! Conquer clutter in three simple steps which will be in major bookstores in December 2009.</p>
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		<title>Central Plaza, Hong Kong: A Hong Kong Landmark</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Standing majestically, in the business district of Wanchai North, Central Plaza is world renowned for its astounding height and amazing architectural features. The building is magnificently positioned at 18 Harbour Road in Hong Kong and is 374 metres in height. It was the Sino Group and Sun Hung Kai Properties that jointly developed this brilliant [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Standing majestically, in the business district of Wanchai North, Central Plaza is world renowned for its astounding height and amazing architectural features. The building is magnificently positioned at 18 Harbour Road in Hong Kong and is 374 metres in height.</p>
<p>It was the Sino Group and Sun Hung Kai Properties that jointly developed this brilliant masterpiece. The construction of this 78 storey skyscraper was officially completed in August 1995. From the land acquisition to the completion of the project it took nearly 44 months. It is also estimated that to build just one floor it took about 4 days.<span id="more-44"></span></p>
<p>Today Central Plaza is an important landmark in Hong Kong. Out of its 78 storeys, 58 are separated as office space. This state of the art structure is fitted with 39 automated high-speed elevators and the overall working population within the building is estimated at a staggering 6,000. The building consists of 2 main components. One is the office tower that stands 368 metres high while the other is the podium block standing 30.5 metres high. One of the most unique and noteworthy features of Central Plaza is its triangular shaped floor plan. It was created in such way to provide maximum office space as well as to enjoy the best views of the harbour.</p>
<p>At the peak of this impressive building stand a neon clock and about 1,000 neon transformers have been used for the front wall. Every fifteen minutes the clock changes its color and every quarter it blinks and displays the time. Every hour a different color appears on this exceptional four bar neon clock. Furthermore, the building is home to the Community Church Hong Kong which is the world’s highest church. It is positioned on the highest floor of Central Plaza.</p>
<p>The Central Plaza is just one out of the many extraordinary Hong Kong attractions and staying at a <a title="hotel Hong Kong" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.hoteljen.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">h</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">otel Hong Kong</span></a> such as <a title="Hotel Jen" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.hoteljen.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hotel Jen</span></a><strong> </strong>makes sightseeing<strong> </strong>much more<strong> </strong>convenient, relaxing and exciting. With attention to detail and gracious service, Hotel Jen<strong> </strong>which is an unmatched <a title="boutique hotel Hong Kong" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.hoteljen.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">boutique hotel Hong Kong</span></a> is an accommodation that is fully fledged to satisfy the needs of even the most discerning travellers from around the world.</p>
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		<title>Stone Forest</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Driving 85 km from Kunming, we reached the town of Shilin. (Shilin means &#8216;stone forest&#8217;) This is home to the Sani ethnic minority people. Here, the Stone Forest sits on 350 sq. km area. The GPS location 24 49&#8242; 27.95&#8243; N  103 19&#8217;24.41 E will put you at the entrance. My friend Rose was my [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Driving 85 km from Kunming, we reached the town of Shilin. (Shilin means &#8216;stone forest&#8217;) This is home to the Sani ethnic minority people. Here, the Stone Forest sits on 350 sq. km area. The GPS location 24 49&#8242; 27.95&#8243; N  103 19&#8217;24.41 E will put you at the entrance.</p>
<p>My friend Rose was my guide through this amazing place. It took us about 4 hours to explore about half of this Unesco World Heritage site. It is also considered the first natural wonder of the world, being formed over 270 million years ago.</p>
<p>Walking through these giant stone karsks is a sensation for both your eyes and ears. The rock itself is an extremely hard stone. It feels like steel. Some of the stones make a musical sound when struck, while others make no sound at all. With our trusty map in hand, we worked our way through to the various points of interest along the way. The typical Yunnan weather of clear blue skies and sunshine only added to the unique lighting environment inside the stone forest.</p>
<p>I would consider this a must see stop during your tour of China. The park area has it&#8217;s touristy feel to it, but not to the extreme. It is easy to find yourself along exploring this unique forest of stone. After leaving the park and returning to Kunming, we stopped in Yi Yang and ate the best Peking Duck ever. I always stop in there when I am going in this direction from Kunming.</p>
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