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The Delights of BVI Yacht Charters

Explore these sun kissed islands - as nature intended

Let your imagination spoil your senses with this range of beautiful islands. Using a sailboat BVI charter to reach these stunning places!

This lens is all about the wonders that are waiting for you in the Caribbean range of British Virgin Islands. The aim is to excite you in to reading right the way through! The lens revolves around a trip I made personally a few years ago. It hi lights the parts of my time spent on the islands, which I most enjoyed. As a sailor you will no doubt relish the prospect of planning your own chartering vacation.

You will fall in love with these islands - here is why:
White sandy beaches? Rum cocktails? Turquoise waters? The delights of BVI yacht charters are yours!

Blessed by nature, this series of islands offer a unique and often unspoilt paradise. Whether you want a romantic retreat, or a voyage of discovery with the whole family,BVI sailing vacations are the perfect recipe!

 

But that's only the beginning! Explore the delights of Bitter End Yacht club - look out for the infamous cocktail bar. Perched on stilts, like the ubiquitous pelicans, the bar waits patently for it's next catch!

The steps leading up to the bar are steep! But even steeper after a couple of "dark and stormys "!

Experience authentic Caribbean cuisine when visiting Jost Van Dyke. There is a terrific cafe, restaurant right on the water's edge. The thatched roof offers rustic charm as you sift sand threw your toes, waiting for your delicious orders to arrive.

The fabled baths found at Virgin Gorda can be visited as part of your Virgin Gorda charter. The baths have been formed by volcanic activity in the region many years ago. Over time the sea has transformed the coasline into a dramatic landscape.

Exploring the caves and walk ways is fun. The paths are easy to follow, just look out for the rope hand rails along the way. Keep your eyes pealed for the glorious fauna and flora on route too! Just bare in mind that some of the paths closest to the beach are affected by the tide! This is particularly true if you decide to visit the caves!

Take a peak at the chartIf your in need of an experience second to none, the island of Anegorda is a must! Just reaching the island is an achievement!

Here's why:

You must navigate your charter boat through the thick coral reefs that surround the island. Practiced hands give the advice of having someone on foredeck with the boat pole as a depth indicator, or fend off the coral if necessary! Anchor up as close as you can to beach and then take to your landing craft!

The island is magnificent! Almost completely uninhabited. The only place to get food on the island is evocatively named:

Cow Wreck Beach Bar and Grill - you need to raise them on channel 16 of your VHF before arriving, giving your hosts time to open up and prepare your food. You'll be served the best crab and lobster you shall ever taste! If you host offers to play darts, then bring your "A" game as the penalty for loosing is costly!

All in all, you need a couple of weeks to really get to grips with the islands. Once you slip into BVI time, the lifestyle and ambiance is intoxicating!

Fundraising with Outdoor Festivals

One of the most popular and seriously good fundraising ideas for sports clubs is to hold an outdoor festival. Whether you hire a parking space, turn your event into a municipal affair, or already have a plot of your own where you can host a fundraising event, an open air festival gives you a good chance to grab the attention and interest of a variety of age groups with all sorts of interests. If you can include events in your festival relate closely to the cause you are supporting, you are not only raise more funds, but you also have the opportunity to share some interesting knowledge and maybe get more members into your group.

A festival or fair can consist of a kid’s parade which is later followed by games, small rides, maybe a bouncy castle, concession stands, raffles, and just about any other stand you can squeeze into one or two days. Because a fair will last longer than just a few hours, you can give working people a chance to take part as well as those who may need to travel to attend.

You can get the majority of your monetary donations and helpers from local businesses – these firms who are usually very willing to participate as it gives them a chance to get their name out in public and the good karma that comes with being associated with a worthy cause. Make sure you do not forget to offer decent prizes and other free items so attendees feel like they have received their money’s worth by taking part in one of your fundraising games. In this way you not only raise money for your sports club, but gain the affection and support of the community at the same time.

How to Look After Wooden or Rattan Garden Furniture

Everyone with a garden fills it with furniture. Think of the summer days, spent around the BBQ, relaxing with friends and family over an ice-cold beer. As with any piece of furniture though, regular maintenance is needed to ensure it always looks like it is straight out of the furniture showroom. So here are our tips on how to look after wooden or rattan garden furniture.

1: It is ideal, that when not in use, you have a designated storage space indoors to store your furniture. Most weather conditions including the sun place extra pressure on all furniture whether it is wooden or aluminium. If you do not have the space indoors or the pieces are particularly heavy, purchase extra-large covers to place over the furniture.

2: When you first purchase the furniture, apply some teak oil to help keep its original look and repeat this process, every six weeks. Of course, some garden experts highly recommend the weathered look for wooden garden furniture in which case the teak oil is not needed.

3: The furniture should be occasionally scrubbed down to prevent mildew. Simply use warm soapy water with a soft scrubbing brush. A hard brush will mark the wood.

4: Any good garden furniture manufacturer will also give you a set of guidelines when purchasing. Adhere to them strictly, especially if your furniture has been sold with a guarantee. There are two sets of guidelines, one for hardwood, and one for softwood.

5: Occasionally sap resin can appear especially during warm weather. It will be very sticky and a nuisance to anyone sitting down on it. Remove it with a knife and a small amount of white spirits.

Best Mattress Buying Tips

When you decide to get a new mattress, it is important to purchase the best mattress to suit you, as
you will spend around 30,000 hours on it if you keep it for 10 years. When buying a new mattress there are a few things you must take into account.

Firstly, decide mattress size is best for you. Common sizes are king, queen, double, full, or twin. If you sleep with a partner it is best to consider at least a queen-size mattress if your bedroom is big enough. Of course, this will also depend on how large you both are.

Next you will need to choose what type of mattress is best for you. Latex, memory foam and innerspring mattresses are popular buys today, and when matched with divan beds bases they make a very comfortable sleeping platform. The most economical tend to be innerspring, but if you go for this type make sure it has a high coil count. A full size innerspring mattress should have a coil count of at least 300. Anything less could result in back pain.

Memory foam mattresses reduce press on joints, and are ideal if you suffer from arthritis or back ache. A latex mattress provides softness and comfort just like a memory foam mattress, but is not so kind on a bad back.

London Skin Peels to Brighten and Improve the Skin

As you get older it is easy to become troubled by skin which lacks clarity and may have fine lines particulary around the eyes and on the forehead. Anti ageing products and eye creams can make a difference to these changes in the skin and are recommended as a key part of a good skin care routine. Naturally adequate rest, drinking water and using sun protection are all vital elements also.

However there is little doubt that some ladies would really like to improve their skin a little more, especially those who live in polutted cities like London.

Today's stresses on the modern women demand high standards of grooming and it is important to feel good about your appearance to build self confidence. For some ladies commitments like botox injections or even facial surgery can feel a little drastic. So how do you improve your skin without resorting to these more intensive methods? Well, this is where a series of skin peels can make a real difference.

Skin peels London which are generally acidic in nature and can come in different strengths can make a real improvement to facial skin, which is important if you live in a large city. Relatively pain free, as the recipient only feels a slight stinging or burning sensation on the skin, they can become an important part of a skin care routine. Whilst improvement is often seen after one treatment it is after a series of treatment that a real difference to the skin can be seen. Fine lines will disappear, slight marks such as the results of acne scarring can completely disappear and fresh new skin rises to the surface. It must be remember that, just like a baby, this new skin can be quite delicate and new so a regular daily routine to protect the skin from sun and wind is even more important!

Best Modern Fireplaces

There is nothing better than a cosy fireplace to curl up in front of on those cold winter nights. Unfortunately, one can not always afford to have a fireplace with all the maintenance and upkeep involved. However, with advent the new modern fireplaces that have come out on to the market now, that is not always true.

Gas Fireplaces:
These fireplaces operate by use of natural or propane gas and can be turned on or off, with the flick of a switch, or remote control feature as well. Gas fireplaces can provide heat for a room and come in many attractive designs and styles.

Electric Fireplaces:
These fireplaces are available in a variety of style and sizes that will enhance any room. They come complete with authentic looking flame and coal bed. They utilise low energy bulbs and are available with a thermostat control as well as a remote control on/off switch. This type of fireplace is very nice to use in a flat or small home. There is no chimney or need for exterior venting so it can be placed almost anywhere in the room of your choice.

Ventless Gel Fireplaces:
This type of fireplace utilises a gel as the source of flame, and it can be housed in several attractive styles to fit your decor. It is extremely versatile and can be installed just about anywhere, as there is no venting system to worry about when it comes to this very stylish fireplace.

Are You Interested in Luxury Homes?

Maybe you are doing great currently with your job, and retirement seems so far away. However, if you have some money at your disposal, maybe it is a good idea to find a villa that would represent your retirement place once you are done with work, but also the perfect place for vacations. There are many people that have already bought those kinds of villas, even if they are not old, and you should also consider this type of investment.

The best luxury homes can be found in Javea, one of the most exclusive Spanish destinations. Here, the weather is friendly for the whole duration of the year; therefore, you would find this place as the perfect getaway place for summer and winter. Whenever you feel like taking a break from work, you could take your family and friends for a few days in this paradise.

Start your searches on the internet, as you can find the best real estate company that could intermediate such a transaction for you. Once you have found the villa, the respective specialists would assist you in signing the contract, and with other legal matters involved in the transaction.

Inbound Promotion - Make Your Website Work for You

Digital inbound marketing strategies involve getting found by targeted traffic to your website through search engines,
social media platforms and other online resources. Inbound promotion increases results more than conventional outbound marketing techniques, and you are not disrupting persons to get their attention; by sending emails, making phone calls, text messages, and other comparable promotions. When using inbound advertising on the web, you make a useful interesting site and allow visitors to find you, so your services and website must be easily accessible.

Because inbound marketing is mainly done on the Web, an inbound marketing service will help your digital marketing campaigns and thus you will not need to experience the learning curve generally associated with online marketing activities. As an Internet business you need to communicate with your prospective clients and allow them know what you can offer them, in the event they make a search for your services or products. Because most business owners are usually very busy with other business related activities, it makes sense to employ an agency to look after your inbound marketing efforts for you. Building your brand on the web Your site is the most important part of your online presence, and it should be able to turn your visitors into leads.

Eyelash Extensions for Lush Lashes

I have always been envious of people who have the last eyelashes, as mine are very sparse. However I've finally found the solution and decided to take the plunge and get eyelash extensions applied professionally. Although I have messed around in the past with false eyelashes I have never had the results I desired, and applying them was messy and time-consuming. Also I found the result with false eyelashes was I'd look like somebody had slapped two large spiders on my face, and it was more comical as opposed to attractive.

Eyelash extensions are completely different. They look totally natural and no one would ever guess they're not my real lashes. They make my eyes appear much larger, and I do not even have to bother with mascara any more; although you can apply it if you wish.

There are a few things you need to watch out for when you have extensions fitted such as not using oil based cleanser as these can reattach the extensions by loosening the glue. Once you have extensions fixed, they will last as long as the natural cycle of the lashes they are applied to. In most cases this will be between four and six weeks.