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Do you need to buy cheap flats for a rental property? Here are 5 options

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If you own a rental property or apartments, cheap flats are a must. Tenants coming and going tend to put a lot of wear on the floors. With this frequent turnover, up-to-date décor, like flooring, is crucial to keeping units rented. The trick is knowing the options you have and deciding which one is best for you, your needs and your budget. There are 5 very good cheap flat options for rental properties and each one has its pros and cons.

Carpet – Carpet is probably the most common inexpensive flooring installed in apartments and rental units. If you know how to search for the right deals, it can be obtained very cheaply and set up fairly quickly. You should be able to find entry-level plush rugs in neutral colors for under $4.50 a yard (maybe even under $4 a yard if you really look). Cheap carpet padding will generally run you an extra $2.30 to $2.75 per yard for a basic 6-pound density, 7/16″ thickness. You can skimp on the pad by choosing a thinner or lower-weight pad, but in the long run I ended up replacing the pad more often than I would with the basic 6 pound style. Carpet can be inexpensive as a rental option, probably one of the cheapest actually, but it also won’t last as long as many of the other options.

Carpet tile: Carpet tile is a modular version of carpet. It’s made with a built-in backrest and comes in square pieces designed to fit side by side. Installation can be very quick and inexpensive, and they can be easier to handle than roll carpet. An advantage of carpet tiles is that they can be replaced individually if one gets too dirty or stained to clean. Using carpet tiles can potentially save you some money over time by not having to replace the entire carpet in a unit. Commercially graded carpet tiles also handle heavy traffic much better than cheap, traditional shag carpeting. Carpet tiles can be found for as little as $4.50/yard to $7.00 per square yard range.

Laminate – Laminate flooring can be inexpensive and highly functional in rental properties and apartments. Laminate is virtually stain proof, resists most scratches well, and handles foot traffic extremely well. Laminate will last much longer than carpet options and can be quite inexpensive when looking for lower-end styles in the 6-7 mil thickness range. You should be able to buy an entry-level laminate floor for less than $8 per yard ($0.89 per foot). The main drawback of laminate is its susceptibility to water. Laminate flooring hates water and humidity. Kitchens and bathrooms are not usually good areas to install laminate flooring.

Luxury vinyl plank and tile – Paired with laminate, a very good budget option and more durable than other options. Luxury vinyl planks that look like wood and vinyl tiles that look like ceramic, slate, or marble can handle spills and constant traffic very well. Additionally, luxury vinyl planks and tiles work well in rental properties due to their ability to resist most scratches. These are not the same as peel-and-stick vinyl planks and tiles, which can be a bad idea for rental units (peel-and-stick vinyl floors tend to re-up and can be a headache for the maintenance). Quality luxury vinyl tile and plank can be found for as little as $1.25 per square foot. This tends to be a bit high compared to some of the other options, but it will last much longer than most options.

Traditional Vinyl Sheet – Vinyl sheet products are actually pretty tough and take abuse quite well. The knock against traditional vinyl is that it looks cheap. Vinyl wrap products have come a long way and some of the newer patterns look much better than those of the past. The advantage of vinyl products is that they work very well in wet areas like bathrooms, laundry areas, and kitchens. A good way to save money on vinyl for rental properties or apartments is to find a source where you can get discounted products that are considered surplus or second. If you can find these types of vinyl, you should be able to buy them for less than $6 per square yard for a very good quality product. You can also find premium builder grade vinyl for around $6 a yard.

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Estate Plans and Powers of Attorney for Clients with Special Needs

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Estate planning, trusts, wills, and living wills are confusing and convoluted. Estate plans cover several of these elements, but trusts can be a different matter. With state and federal laws regarding inheritance and property changing every year and adding to the confusion, an individual or family should not rely on a “do it yourself” approach. What poses a more challenging and problematic situation is if there is a person with physical disabilities or special developmental needs. Because the laws are constantly changing, it is necessary to use the services of an experienced attorney.

When an individual dies without a will, also known as an intestate, the assets are left for the courts to decide the best method of distribution. The probate process is never quick and even the simplest estate can often be reduced to the point that the remaining assets are almost non-existent. Conversely, if the entire estate were left solely to the spouse, the spouse’s taxable estate could very well increase. In the event that the spouse also dies, the children will also have to pay higher taxes. Estate tax exemptions are available, but cannot be taken advantage of without taking the proper steps.

The assignment of a power of attorney is also an important component of estate planning. Not to be confused with a living will, if a person is ill or unable to be present to make decisions about personal assets and finances, a power of attorney authorizes a second party to legally make decisions on their behalf. A living will does not refer to the property of the individual, but to the medical care provided.

In the event that a person becomes extremely ill, incapacitated, or unable to make their own decisions regarding their personal health care, a living will prepared in advance will detail the health care desired or prohibited. An example of this would be prohibiting the use of artificial life support when permanent brain damage has caused the brain to stop performing some activity.

A complete estate plan will include much of the above, but when there is a person with special needs or a physical disability, additional detailed and complex provisions must be arranged. Without additional planning, it is almost certain that the disabled or special needs family member will end up in a state institution receiving only the mediocre care that lack of money can provide. Trusts are not always part of an estate plan, but they are an integral part of ensuring that the person with special needs receives appropriate medical care after the parents are deceased. Without planning the inevitable would simply be criminal for which there is no punishment.

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Nocturnal enuresis: the demon that wets the bed

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For many parents, it is a source of frustration. For children, it can be a devastating and humiliating experience, something far worse than any monster hiding under their beds or in their closets. I am referring to nocturnal enuresis or bedwetting. Some children continue to suffer from this condition when they should be enjoying sleepovers and sleepovers. However, for the child who suffers from Involuntary Bedwetting, the idea of ​​sleeping in someone’s house is riddled with fear that their “secret” will be exposed.

The cause of nocturnal enuresis is not exactly known, however, studies have shown that the number of children suffering from this condition is between 5 and 7 million. Nocturnal refers to the night, so nocturnal enuresis is nocturnal enuresis that occurs at night. It is also classified as children who wet the bed involuntarily when they have already surpassed the years of potty training. The appearance of Nocturnal Enuresis is more frequent in boys than in girls.

Conditions that point to the existence of nocturnal enuresis

If your child wets the bed once, it doesn’t necessarily indicate bedwetting. Here are some factors that doctors look at when diagnosing bedwetting.

First, the doctor will need to determine if the nocturnal enuresis or involuntary nocturnal enuresis is frequent and repetitive. If a child has episodes at least 2 times a week, for at least three weeks, that indicates nocturnal enuresis.

Doctors will also write down the child’s medical history. When diagnosing nocturnal enuresis, the process is carried out on the basis of “ruling out” other medical conditions to determine what the underlying cause may be. The medical history portion of the diagnosis will deal with answers to questions about medications the child may be taking, urinary tract infections, bladder and spinal cord abnormalities, diabetes, and certain seizure-related disorders . Another factor that the doctor will look at is if there is a family history of nocturnal enuresis.

Nocturnal enuresis: causes

These questions help determine the existence of Nocturnal Enuresis. Although the cause is more of a puzzle than a simple lab test, there are some definite signs that contribute to the cause of bedwetting. For example, childhood stress, such as a death, divorce, or significant change, can trigger bedwetting. Delayed or slow growth and development can also cause bedwetting. If the bladder is too small, that will also contribute. Some children are just heavy sleepers and don’t wake up. While some medications can cause a child to wet the bed, this does not, however, constitute nocturnal enuresis. Once the course of prescribed medications is over, the bedwetting problem ceases.

What can be done with Nocturnal Enuresis?

Throughout the centuries, the number one step parents took to prevent bedwetting was to punish the child. This has led to a huge misconception about what Nocturnal Wetting is and has left society with the opinion that it was ‘bad behaviour’ on the part of the child. Parental education is absolutely necessary for the treatment of this condition and imperative for the emotional well-being of the child. The child does not wet the bed on purpose to upset the parents, and parents should be informed of positive and helpful steps they can take to encourage their children with gentle guidance and kindness.

If Nocturnal Enuresis is the result of a medical condition, then treatment may be started in accordance with the appropriate remedy for the condition.
For deep sleepers, the use of a bedwetting alarm may be the solution. The alarm will go off, and the child is essentially “trained” to wake up and use the bathroom. Your doctor will instruct you on the proper use of the bedwetting alarm. If the condition is caused by slow growth no specific treatment is usually needed, once the child grows up, Nocturnal Enuresis should be stopped.

No matter what you think may be the cause of Nocturnal Wetting; You should take your child to the family doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Copyright © Jared Winston, 2006. All rights reserved.

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Top 3 Male Fitness Concerns

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Men and women have their own set of fitness problems. Concerns about men’s fitness could have been avoided if the men maintained a healthy lifestyle, a balanced diet, and regular exercise. Men die younger than women because of this. What men must do to lengthen their life is to change their lifestyle. This article compiles the different health problems that men experience and suggests practices that would improve their general physical condition.

1.) Stroke: According to the American Heart Association (AHA), 50,000 men die each year from a stroke in the United States. 7 percent of these victims are under the age of 45. Some of these men are unaware that they already had silent strokes. They must change their lifestyle even before these silent strokes turn into large and fatal strokes. People who are at risk for this problem include those with diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease. People who don’t exercise, drink alcohol excessively, and smoke are also more likely to have a stroke.

To prevent a stroke, keep your blood pressure at 120/80 or less. Doctors suggest minimizing smoking, drinking, and overeating. Daily exercise is also recommended.

2.) Heart Disease – This is the number one deadliest disease in both men and women. A seemingly fit person is still at risk of heart disease. There are men who exercise regularly and eat a balanced diet but still suffer from heart problems.

To avoid complicating heart problems, develop a regular daily exercise of 30 minutes that one must faithfully follow.
Overweight people can reduce their risk of heart disease by losing 10 to 20 pounds.

Also, it would be a good practice to drink 5-8 glasses of water a day to ensure smooth blood circulation. Water prevents clogging of the arteries.

When you find yourself in a stressful situation, learn to stay calm. Inhale and exhale before acting on it. Don’t associate problems with anger. Responding negatively to stress will only increase the chance of heart problems.

3.) Prostate Problems: Men of all ages need to be concerned about their prostate. In American men, prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death. Although prostate cancer is treatable in its early stages, caution should still be exercised. Men who are aging and who eat foods that are high in fat are at higher risk of getting this cancer.

Prostate cancer has no symptoms in its early stages. To make sure a man is cancer-free, he must have a medical exam. His prostate may also be checked privately to make sure there are no abnormal lumps. If there are bumps, you should immediately contact a specialist. An exercise routine focused on the lower body also helps lower the risk of cancer.

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The Friends With Benefits Trap: What To Do When A Man Only Wants You For Sex

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Are you currently involved in a “friends with benefits” relationship? Was it fun at first, but now you find it increasingly difficult to keep sex separate from your feelings of love? Are you freaking out because you’re falling more and more in love but he doesn’t feel the same way? It can be very difficult for a woman to stay involved in a friends with benefits situation. But getting out can be even more difficult.

The problem with one night stands

It all seemed like a great idea at first. You were already friends with him and this was a way to have a casual relationship without needing to go out looking for someone. One night stands can be fun from time to time, but it can be a lot of work having to always be on the lookout for a new guy. At least with this friends with benefits deal, you knew what you were getting.

In fact, it’s pretty much perfect until you start to realize that you’re starting to feel an emotional bond with your friend. This is the oh-oh moment because once that feeling kicks in, there’s no going back to just being friends.

Truth be told, it is not uncommon for a woman to experience these feelings with a man with whom she has regular physical contact. Because usually having sex regularly with the same man means that you are involved in some kind of relationship with him. And that is precisely why the problem occurs. Now a guy can have sex with a woman without becoming emotionally attached. For him it is even better if he is friends with this woman. He doesn’t have to work at building a relationship because that’s not what it’s about.

So what should you do when you find yourself in love with your friend? Well, there are a couple of options, but the result will most likely be the same in either case.

Option #1 – Come Clean

You could and probably should tell him that things have changed for you. If you think he may be sharing some of the same feelings as you, you can talk to him about it and see if he would like to try to develop a real relationship together. The chances of this happening may be slim, and if he rejects you, your friendship along with the benefits will come to an end. Anyway, it would not work anymore because if you have fallen in love with him, your friendship will not be the same as before.

Option #2 – Break free

Your other option, and one that can help you deal with your feelings more easily, is to simply break up with him. You could even lie and tell him that you’ve met someone else, so you won’t see him again. If you do this, continue letting calls from him go to voicemail, not responding to texts, and being distant if you run into him.

There is no point in tormenting yourself by keeping contact with him. Not only are friends with benefits a part of friendship, but being friends with him would probably be too painful.

Want to know how to avoid getting into a friends with benefits situation and instead open your life to better, stronger, longer-term relationships? Then I would love to help you!

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Twin Flames: A Subset of All Souls

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There is a specific energy that flows between Twin Flames. It is extraordinary and rare. The frequency that travels between them is distinguished by vibration, clarity and intensity. Twin Flame relationships are more unique than you might suspect.

Many support the theory that everyone has a twin flame. In reality, twin flames are a small and distinct subset of all souls. Twins do not share a soul, rather their divine resonance is the same. Imagine identical human twins. Genetically identical, but they have individual life experiences, right? Translate that to the soul. Not all souls are created as Twins. Just as the human Twins are the same but different; it is so with Twin Souls.

Many people feel pain at the thought that they have met their Twin Flame: they find it difficult to accept the relationship or the lack of relationship. In reality, they have met a soulmate or, in some cases, are trying to wrap the “soulmate” label around a relationship that may be nothing more than a dysfunctional human relationship.

Nobody wants to be unhappy. No one wants to be miserable…but some people don’t know how to break that cycle and instead choose unhealthy relationships and try to ‘explain’ them with a spiritual label. They lend credence to their unhappy state by convincing themselves that they have a “spiritual” or “twin flame” connection and therefore have no way out and are doomed to be miserable. These are pretty easy to spot because they commonly blame the other party and like to talk about the mean and hateful things they say or text their “connection.” If you recognize yourself in that last sentence, I can 100% guarantee that you are not in a Twin Flame relationship.

There are others who are having an undeniable soul mate experience with a high level soul family member. In these cases, many of the things they experience parallel a soulmate connection.

There is no right or wrong here. There is not better and no worse. There is not plus Prayed less important, but there are differences. Much less pain would be experienced if people were more educated about exactly what a twin flame relationship is and isn’t. Those who struggle and struggle and wonder if they are having a soul mate experience can be relieved to learn that they probably are not.

Twins and not Twins incarnated for a single and vital purpose. Nobody is forced to have a human experience. We all come here to learn. Some come to teach. Many of us do both.

The big difference is that non-twins are not linked energetically to another specific soul, while twin souls have an identical energy source or soul. To be clear, they don’t share a soul, they are No two incomplete halves. They were created and birthed as Twins who respectively carry the same resonant energy source (soul).

The path of soulmates is difficult, but that could be said for all souls.

Each and every soul, whether they have a Twin or not, has a primary contractual agreement with the universe/god/source. That contract is about fulfilling, to the best of our ability, the maximum possible growth of our own soul in a particular lifetime, and ultimately what we plan to accomplish at the time of our final incarnation. We have secondary contracts with each other (soul family). We have other agreements where we promise to learn (or teach) specific things to (or from) other specific souls. These are the elements of destiny: we will *meet*, but it is up to individuals to accomplish, delay, or avoid contractual duties.

We wouldn’t be Incarnate Twins together if it wasn’t divinely significant. I don’t think there is such a thing as “uniting your inner Twin Flame”. It is more accurate to say that each Twin, independently of the other, must discover and master (or nearly master) specific skills that the Twins were sent here to learn first and teach later. I referred to a subset of souls before. Just as some teachers teach mathematics, some science and others art… not all souls come to teach the same things. Of course there is overlap and we are all here to learn about kindness, love, compassion, empathy, etc. We can learn that and teach it to many.

Soulmates have committed to a particular soul syllabus that teaches them exactly what they need to know to (1) reunite with their twin and (2) uplift and educate any soul willing to listen to the message only soulmates carry. twin flames

You can’t teach something you don’t know. Twins must first LEARN. We learn by remembering and experiencing. When we think we are smart enough, we are forced to learn more. Our Twins make us. We do this for them too. When the Twins are ready enough, they come together in a way that is pleasing to both of them. Their individual energies, talents, knowledge and skills are transformed.

This is the time when individual souls merge/join/infuse with each other and their energies begin to exceed the sum of their individual parts. One plus one equals one million.

If you are not a Twin Flame, you can breathe a sigh of relief. You must trust that the contract between your soul and the universe/god does not depend on the soul of another.

If you are sure – really sure – that you are a Twin… it is your duty, your obligation, your mission, your divine responsibility… to heal the wounds that remain and to learn and educate yourself as much as you can. possible. When you have learned enough about soul communication and energy healing, you can start working with your twin on the non-physical level. Any contact in human the level should be soul based (as opposed to ego/human)… and you easily forgive yourself when you mess up.

The twins would not have been selected for this difficult job if they and the universe/god were not sure they could keep their agreement.

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Don’t go overboard when shopping for pet supplies

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When you think of pet supplies, you may be wondering how much is too much when it comes to your pet. Depending on the type of animal you have and your activity level, you may want to avoid certain products or buy too many of these products because they may never be used.

Make sure you have a good idea of ​​your pet’s needs before you jump in and buy. You want to make sure they are happy and taken care of and that you can support them without having to overdo and overwhelm them at the same time.

If you have an older dog who doesn’t seem interested in playing with the toys you bring home, then don’t bring any more toys home. You want to know exactly what kind of toys your dog prefers before you go overboard with your purchases. Maybe they like a certain toy, but could do without others. This will give you a good idea of ​​what you should buy them for and if you should buy them. Some dog owners bathe their pet in toys and only end up really playing with a couple of them. Many dogs are much more fascinated by the people and activities around them than they are by toys.

You want to make sure they have proper bedding and not an extravagant bed fit for a king. Of course, we all love to pamper our pets, but if they have more than you, then it might be time to slow down with what you bring home. This is because they don’t need all the luxury items you give them. Dogs are perfectly happy with simple items that won’t cost you an arm and a leg to buy. Pet supplies can be very expensive at times depending on where you buy them.

Pet supplies can be purchased inexpensively at many online pet outlets, or through other stores that sell pet supplies but are not an actual pet store. This could be your best bet to get the best deals. You want to make sure you have what you need for them, and maybe a few extras, but you don’t need to go crazy. Your pet would rather have your love and attention than all the fancy toys and gadgets you can buy.

In the final analysis, make sure you have the kind of supplies that will ensure your pet’s comfort and safety. Buy him a good bed, a sturdy collar and leash for his walks, a couple of toys that he likes, and some treats for training and daily rewards. There are many great pet supply sites online that should be able to meet all your requirements.

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Yacht charter in Sicily, the Aeolian Islands and Calabria

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This Italian beauty will leave you wanting more. There simply isn’t enough time on a sailing yacht charter to explore all the fantastic sailing terrain and go see all the stunning historical sites Sicily has to offer. Let us introduce you to some of them and tell you more about yacht charter in Sicily in detail.

What makes sailing holidays in Sicily so popular?

Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean. Together with the smaller surrounding islands, it constitutes the Region of Sicily, which is the largest autonomous region in Italy. With its favorable central location, it serves as a good transit station between the eastern and western Mediterranean. The large, jagged shoreline is well suited for safe anchorage and the prevailing northwesterly winds are ideal for sailing. In addition, you will find excellent sailing facilities and many ports, as well as mooring possibilities.

The island is easily accessible thanks to its 3 airports in Trapani, Palermo and Catania. The main ports are Trapani, Palermo, Messina and Catania, which are at the same time the capitals of their provinces. Messina is the busiest because of the ferry links to the Italian mainland and elsewhere in Sicily, and because it is a stopover for Mediterranean cruises. The distance to the Italian mainland from Messina is only 5 km. Traveling there by ferry from Civitavecchia, the closest port to Rome, can be much cheaper than flying there. The region of Calabria, which forms the southern tip of Italy, can also easily serve as a starting point for chartering an Aeolian yacht. It has its three main airports in Reggio, in Lamezia Terme and in Crotone.

Sicily benefits from a mild climate with no significant tides, a rich culture and history, as well as excellent seafood and cuisine. The spectacular rocky landscape due to the volcanic origin of the island is something to behold. There are fertile mountains, beautiful aquamarine waters and many hidden coves to anchor quietly.

On top of all that, Sicily boasts impressive natural attractions like Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, or the Stromboli volcano in the Aeolian Islands, as well as numerous ancient historical sites.

Some relevant information to rent a bareboat in Sicily:

Location: southern tip of the Italian peninsula

Capital: Palermo

Total length of coastline: 1,483.9 km (including minor islands)

Total area: 25,711 km²

Highest point: Mount Etna, 3,329 m

Main airports: Trapani; palermo; Catania

Population: approx. 5,100,000

Country code: +39

Climate: Temperate, Mediterranean

What are the main charter destinations in Sicily?

The main charter flight bases are in Marsala, Trapani, Terrasini, Palermo, Sant`Agata di Militello and Portorosa. It is very convenient to get to Terrasini, as it is located only 10 km west of Palermo airport. However, all of those ports are located only 2 hours or less from an airport. They are concentrated in the north as it is very popular for charterers to go from there to the Aeolian Islands. It is also possible to rent a yacht from Reggio Calabria on the mainland and cross the Strait of Messina to go to the Aeolian Islands. The Strait of Messina has a traffic separation system and for pleasure boats it is mandatory to notify the Coast Guard before crossing.

The western corner of Sicily has a steep coastline with many coves, beaches and anchorages.

From Trapani head to the three Egadi Islands, which are a nature reserve with mooring buoys and anchorages. Fees apply and park rangers who arrive at the boat will pick you up and tell you which places to visit.

In a stretch of about 10 nautical miles between Trapani and Palermo, on the north coast, are the beautiful port cities of San Vito lo Capo, Castellammare del Golfo, Balestrate and Terrasini. They all have pontoons to moor. Also on the north coast is Palermo. Better than going to its unpleasant and smelly main port would be to use the Marina Villa Igiea with 379 berths for boats up to 65m or the Marina Arenalla with 200 berths for yachts up to 30m. Continue along the north coast and visit the medieval town of Cefalu and the sheltered port town of Portarosa with good facilities, resorts and restaurants.

Sail through the beautiful Aeolian Islands. They boast a wonderfully rugged and picturesque coastline. The anchorages are quite exposed, so it is safer to spend the night in port. There is beautiful and tourist Lipari. Then Stromboli which erupts every 20 min releasing ash and lava into the air which is spectacular at night. Vulcano Island is a fascinating rental destination. You can go to the edge of the crater and smell the sulfuric acid fumes. Alikudi, Filikudi, Panarea and Salina are the smaller islands.

Cruise along the popular East Coast. From Messina, cover the approx. 25 nautical miles to Taormina. Sail along the steep cliffs with coves and sandy beaches and around the small Isola Bella, a nature reserve connected to Sicily through a sandbar. About 10 nautical miles further south is the small town of Riposto, where you can stock up at the excellent food market. About 20 nautical miles further south it reaches Catania and it is about 30 nautical miles further to Syracuse. This ancient city has a very good marina from where you can walk directly to the lively historic center.

Port towns worth mentioning in the south are Sciacca, Licata with its highly sheltered marina and the spa town of Ragusa with a marina of 800 berths for yachts up to 20m.

What important weather systems are there for sailing in Sicily?

Sicily has mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers. Catania, on the east coast, boasts the highest average number of hours of sunshine in all of Europe at 2,492 per year. This breaks down to a pleasant 6.8 hours per day. On the island in general, July breaks the record with a whopping 14 hours of sunshine a day.

While the Sirocco brings hot air from Africa, the Mistral tempers and cools the summer heat. Winds from the northwest prevail with a force of 3 – 4.

There are tidal currents in the Strait of Messina, but they are quite weak compared to those in the Atlantic or other oceans.

Summary of weather conditions for sailing a yacht charter in Sicily:

Months with the highest average temperature: July, August, 26°

Months with the lowest average temperature: January/February, 12°

Month with highest average precipitation: December, 79 mm

Months with the lowest average rainfall: June/July, 10 mm

Average wind speed May – October: 8 – 12 knots

Month with the highest average water temperature: August, 27°

Months with the lowest average water temperature: February/March, 15°

Main season: mid-April – October

How much does it cost to rent a yacht in Sicily and what are the different types of charter?

You can rent a 12m sailboat, for example, from around €2,000 and up. Prices increase according to the size, model and equipment of the yacht. Day charter is available, mainly in the form of motor boat rentals. You can also choose between renting a catamaran and renting a sailboat or a motor yacht. Then there is bareboat or skippered yacht charter and you can opt for a crewed charter that includes a chef as well as hostesses and deckhands. The latter will undoubtedly be the case for large luxury yachts. In Italy, it is often common to rent a RIB to explore the area or just have a nice excursion on the water. And flotilla vacations are a very popular type of charter for family sailing vacations.

What activities besides sailing are there on a bareboat charter in Sicily?

If you’re into racing, check out the demanding and challenging ‘Middle Sea Race’ in October, a round-the-island regatta that starts in Malta and then circumnavigates Sicily.

Visit Cefalu, a beautiful medieval city on the north coast with an impressive Duomo dating from 1131.

In Catania, you can admire two Roman amphitheatres. Also visit the open-air market that sells amazing fish and the Piazza del Duomo with its impressive cathedral.

A must-see is the Aeolian Islands, an immensely beautiful archipelago and UNESCO world heritage site. There are active volcanoes and picturesque towns like Lipari with many dive companies and charming boutiques and restaurants.

In the hilltop town of Taormina near Mount Etna, visit the famous Teatro Antico, an ancient Greco-Roman theater still in use today. Stroll through the pretty cobbled streets and enjoy the magnificent views from the top of the high cliff.

Take a tour of Mount Etna on the east coast between Messina and Catania. It covers an area of ​​1,190 km² and is permanently active.

Syracuse is an old historic city with massive fortifications. It has a slightly faded charm, good shopping, and a large Baroque cathedral incorporating parts of a Greek temple built around 500BC. The nearby Necropolis of Pantalica dating from 700 to 1300 BC. C. is home to thousands of rock-cut tombs and is a spectacular sight.

In the Valley of the Temples, an archaeological site in Agrigento on the south coast, is the impressive ancient Greek Temple of Concordia, illuminated at night, as well as six other temples. It is one of the main attractions of Sicily.

Visit stunning Ragusa with many historical sights, churches and amazing architecture.

To soak up some pure, unspoiled nature, head to Sila National Park in Calabria, which is said to have the cleanest air in Europe.

Check out the nightlife, namely Palermo’s Kursaal Kalhesa bar in a restored aristocratic palace and the Caffe Internazionale. In Taormina experience it at the Daiquiri Lounge or at the Morgana Lounge Bar.

Try water sports like scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, water skiing, wake boarding, wind surfing, stand up paddle boarding and many more.

Try tasty and healthy cuisine that incorporates a wide variety of vegetables and seafood. There are also some very famous sweet dishes such as ice cream and many pastry specialties so go ahead and enjoy!

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Save jobs by saving General Motors

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General Motors is on the verge of bankruptcy and liquidation. The ineptitude and greed of his management, his board and his union are finally catching up with the former king of the auto industry.

In liquidation, foreign companies will buy several of its most modern plants. Any asset will be bought for pennies on the dollar. Most of its workforce of white and blue collar workers will be unemployed. The domino effect on suppliers, vendors, and customers will be ruinous. A liquidation will degenerate into a national depression.

The management has repeatedly tried to save this legendary company, but it did not have the vision, the capabilities and the financial backing. The GM board has been the main cause of the slow death of this company. In the face of continuing losses, the board insisted on healthy quarterly dividends. Not making enough cash and paying dividends is stumbling towards the abyss. Any sudden drop in sales or margins drives the company into insolvency.

GM’s top management and its board of directors made a fatal miscalculation; they bet that Congress will never allow GM to go bankrupt. This bet was not unwise. After all, the US Congress had saved Chrysler a few decades ago. When the US financial crisis threatened global markets with collapse, the US Congress supported rampant fraud and gambling in the financial industry in grand style. AIG, one of those gambling insurance companies, received a huge financial rescue package. The Big Three could continue their business for years with a similar gift.

During the last decades, the automotive industry has been under constant attack from the competition, from its investors and from the government. GM management was unable to defend against them. GM lost a lot of its market share, investors ransacked its cash, and the US government told the auto industry how to design cars.

The US government’s ill-advised meddling in fuel efficiency and emissions has cost the auto industry dearly. Huge amounts of research funds were spent to comply with marginally effective government regulations. The US Congress deserves a lot of blame for legislating very expensive and wasteful solutions to previously unresolved technical problems.

When Waggoner and his compatriots came to claim their bailout package, they were admonished by Congress for flying to Washington on corporate jets. They may have realized for the first time that their future was much more precarious than they expected after seeing the generous, incompetent and ineffective bailout of the financial industry just weeks before.

After assigning blame, it’s time to look at possible solutions. The liquidation of General Motors will do a lot of damage in the most inopportune period in the economic history of the United States. is unacceptable Giving massive loans to GM is also not the right solution. Instead, GM needs a complete reorganization, new management, a new board of directors, new products, and a competitive wage and benefit structure for its blue and white collar workers.

Going through bankruptcy proceedings is a viable approach. Unquestionably, bankruptcy is a difficult road. GM’s image will be severely damaged and future customers may be concerned about car warranties and used car values. Future sales will certainly take a hit. Bankruptcy takes a long time and will further damage the company and the crippled US economy.

A better way is an offer by the US government to buy all of the company’s assets through a newly formed, government-organized, and financed automobile corporation. GM stock is cheap. Its shares are worth two billion dollars; buying the company is feasible. The new company can agree to honor ongoing transactions, guarantees for future products can be issued and honored, pension obligations can be settled permanently, and the public would be assured of the future viability of the product. A fresh and unrestricted start-up would be guaranteed.

In addition, the United States Congress must consider strategic and security aspects. No one else can muster the legislative and financial wherewithal to create a massive, highly competitive, and critically needed new manufacturing entity. The wide range of existing products and production facilities and the huge, sunk and unrecoverable investments must be harnessed to create a rejuvenated company that is lean, mean and efficient. This company is to be managed to rebuild the value of the shares for future recovery of government funds through the sale of shares held by the government.

Above all, the new GM needs an infusion of capable management, cash, new products, and a board made up of all the company’s new shareholders. Management systems for sales, production, finance and other complete requirements are in place and can be used to start the business immediately. The company can quickly become competitive after a thorough cleanup of unearned preferences, outdated policies, and inefficient practices.

America cannot afford to lose the millions of manufacturing jobs that will result from GM closing. There is no cheaper way to preserve and create jobs than to reorganize the old leaderless GM and get going with a newly energized and innovative successor corporation. It would be crazy to let a company with product lines like Corvette, Cadillac, and GMC go out of business. The costs and losses of a failure are incomparably greater than the amount of temporary financial assistance to a reorganized and competitive successor company.

The United States cannot afford another financial meltdown while we still watch in dismay and amazement at the mismanagement of Congress’s $700 billion bailout attempt.

Saving GM will be good for America, Ford and Chrysler!

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4 amazing facts about the Nebraska Huskers and the Crop it Honors

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Although you’ve probably heard of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, have you heard of the Nebraska Bugeaters? The University of Nebraska athletic teams have a rich and long history. In particular, the school’s soccer team has been consistently ranked as one of the best teams in the nation. Here are some facts you may not be familiar with, regarding the university named after one of the tastiest beans on the planet:

1. Nebraska’s Nickname Honors America’s Most Valuable Crop
It is true. In terms of volume produced and its value, corn is the number one crop in the US Therefore, Nebraska Cornhuskers represent America’s number one crop! Here are some other fascinating facts about corn:

o The United States produces twice as much corn as any other crop.
o Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and Nebraska grow 50% of the corn grown in the US.
o Iowa sells 55% of its corn to foreign nations.
o Corn is an important ingredient in soft drinks, peanut butter, and snack foods.
o An average ear of corn includes 16 rows and 800 kernels.

2. The Nebraska Huskers were once the Nebraska Rattlesnake Boys
Nebraska Cornhuskers have been known as such for about a century. Charles “Cy” Sherman, a sportswriter for the “Nebraska State Journal,” proposed that people refer to the University of Nebraska athletic teams as the Cornhuskers. Prior to that time, various nicknames for the team included: Antelopes, Bugeaters, Nebraskans, Old Gold Knights, Rattlesnake Boys, and Tree Planters.

3. The Cornhuskers won a national championship without winning all of their games
The Nebraska soccer team has never been defeated during its five national championship seasons (1970, 1971, 1994, 1995, 1997). However, in 1970 his record was 11-0-1 and included a 21-21 draw against the University of Southern California. Arguably the Huskers should have won the game. In the fourth quarter, Nebraska missed a 12-yard field goal after a poor play by the Center. USC then scored a touchdown to tie up the game. Ultimately, the Associated Press College Football Poll ranked Nebraska as the No. 1 team in the nation.

4. The Cornhuskers have retired the jersey numbers of 22 athletes
This total includes 15 men, including soccer stars Mike Rozier and Tommie Frazier. Rozier had a distinguished career in Nebraska, as a running back on the football team. During his senior year (1983), Rozier won the Heisman Trophy award, which the NCAA awards annually to the best college football player. Unfortunately, during Rozier’s senior year, Nebraska lost the championship game in Miami.

Meanwhile, Tommie Frazier led Nebraska to back-to-back national championships (1994, 1995). In an ESPN.com poll (2006), voters chose the 1995 Huskers as the best team in American college football history. Tragically, the NFL never drafted Frazier due to a severe blood clot in his left leg.

Regardless of how many years we’ve been a fan of an NCAA team, we can always learn something new about the team. You know the past NCAA titles, but you don’t know the future ones. Wear Nebraska Cornhuskers merchandise to cheer the team to another national championship!