Stockholm ? A Great Destination That Is Kind To Your Budget
Sweden is one of the most affordable travel destinations in Western Europe. This statement would have raised some eyebrows a few years back, but it has become reality. So why not go to Stockholm this year?Leaders from both continents may have different opinions about world politics, but US travelers love Europe, just like Europeans love to see the US. Some American tour operators and travel agencies even expect to sell more trips to Europe this year than ever before. That is remarkable.
The dollar-euro exchange rates make a European vacation far from cheap nowadays.If you want to see Europe without losing too much money, you should pick destinations that have not switched to the euro. Sweden is a great choice. Sweden is an EU country (no visa required for Americans), but the Swedes still pay with crowns, not with euros. To check if prices in the Nordic country are really that much lower, I compared prices of three well-located three-star hotels in the Swedish capital Stockholm with similar hotels in the popular capitals of two euro-countries, Paris and Rome. The difference was incredible.
Rates in Stockholm started between 113 and 125 US dollar per night. In Rome you had to pay between USD 155 and 184 and in Paris between USD 167 and 222 USD.And those are just hotel rates. Restaurant prices in Stockholm have gone down in recent years as well, at least for foreigners. I also went to a popular airline ticket seller and searched for the lowest airfare. The cheapest ticket from New York to Stockholm cost USD 851, while the best tickets to Rome and Paris cost USD 897 each.But hey, you're not picking a travel destination because of money alone! You want to see something too!Well, don't worry about that.
Stockholm is often called the most beautiful capital in the world, and rightly so. The city is built on 14 islands and has another 24,000 just around the corner. Wherever you go you will always get a glimpse of water. It's a very green city too. Stockholm is the only capital in the world with a legally protected national park within the city borders.And that's not all.
There's a well-preserved old town centre with medieval streets and alleys. The city has about 100 museums that are all different and appealing to all ages ? and many even have free admission.The vibrant nightlife and modern shopping district keep you busy after sightseeing, while the relaxed atmosphere and stunningly clean streets only add to your holiday mood. See you in Stockholm this year? You should be there already!.
Marc A. De Jong is journalist and editor of http://www.stockholm-sweden-travel-guide.com which tells you all about the major attractions, events, how to get there, where to stay, and gives lots of other practical tips. Including blog and RSS feed.Four Lucky Fandango Filmgoers Will Journey to Narnia World Premiere in London on Dec. 7
Los Angeles (ContentDesk) November 15, 2005 -- Most moviegoers will have to wait until the December 9 release date to enjoy Walt Disney Pictures and Walden Medias The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, one of the most eagerly anticipated films of the year -- but one lucky fan and three guests will win the trip of a lifetime to experience Narnia at its World Premiere on December 7 at Londons Royal Albert Hall.
The winner and his or her guests will walk the blue carpet at the Royal Premiere, which benefits the Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund and will include dignitaries, VIPs and celebrities from around the world as well as the films cast and crew.The national sweepstakes, organized by Walt Disney Studios and Fandango, the nations largest movie ticketing service, has already seen tens of thousands of entries. The sweepstakes grand prize is a three-day trip for four to London, with round-trip airfare courtesy of Virgin Atlantic.
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New Short Course Golf Tournament at Cog Hill G&CC
A new golf tournament format will be tested on Oct.8th
with an 8:00 AM start at Cog Hill Golf
and Country Club on course # 3 in Lemont, IL. It is open to all golfers, with no handicaps involved, and has five divisions of winners. Play is in two person teams playing in a modified scramble format with a unique points scoring system. Entry fee is $50 (includes green fees and prizes) per player for this eighteen hole event. Approximately 40% of the field will win prizes and qualify to win the Overall Winner's Prize.The Short Course Golf Championship was developed by Dick Garn, the creator and operator of the Oldsmobile Scramble that began in 1984.
Dick says "I designed this to be a national golf championship for all golfers which gives everyone a true chance of winning". This is accomplished by not requiring handicaps in any way for this event and having five divisions with numerous winners.The tournament takes a normal golf course and makes it shorter with holes...
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Airfare for the Wayfarer
Have you checked the price of airfare lately?
Are you like myself, and quite afraid to contemplate that you're going to spend that inheritance from Aunt Tilley on a flight to LA?
For the general public, air travel is still an occasional event, and airfare is still comparable to a surprise attack of influenza.
We all will agree that air travel is much nicer than the open road (and faster), when you're in a hurry and in a compact car.
Airfare, however, is not the pleasant experience that air travel is.
Airfare, once you're past the sticker shock, is a confusing subject.
The prospective traveler can go online, and check for cheap, discounted airfare, on several websites that are independent of any airline sponsorship.
What you will find is a confusing list of possible flights, possible fares, and a message that alerts you to hurry to book at these discounted prices.
At this point, I generally long for...
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OEM vs. Remanufactured and Compatible Cartridges
OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer. OEMs, such as HP, Canon, Epson, and Lexmark are the companies that manufacture your printers. OEM cartridges are cartridges that are branded under your OEM's brand.
Recycled cartridges that are disassembled by third parties (other than OEMs) and have their worn parts replaced are called remanufactured cartridges. To guarantee print quality, remanufactured cartridges are generally refilled, tested in the factory and repackaged.
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Extended Auto Warranties
An extended auto warranty is considered to be an insurance policy made on your vehicle as a safeguard against expensive and unforeseen repairs. The warranty covers repairs and/or maintenance over an agreed length of time. Since extended auto warranties cost extra and are sold separately, they are also considered as service contracts.
Buying an extended auto warranty ensures emergency road service so that you need not dread dead batteries and blown tires. Towing services are also provided,...
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E-Z Rent-A-Car Celebrates the Move to a Brand New Orlando International Airport Facility
(ContentDesk) December 23, 2005 -- On December 12, 2005, E-Z Rent-A-Car began operating its Orlando International Airport location out of its new facility located at 5757 Semoran Blvd. Orlando, FL 32822.The process of changing addresses was fueled by the desire to upgrade the overall customer experience and E-Z Rent-A-Cars growing market share. Each customer is greeted by a spacious and inviting lobby that offers dedicated terminals for renting and returning the vehicles, thus making both of...
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A Rookies Guide to Car Rentals
Renting a car can be a lot of fun, just plain fun. Car rentals offer the renter the opportunity to drive a car, truck or SUV that they normally would not or could not buy. Renting a car is for a weekend get away, to impress someone or just to have something different to drive for a couple of days are some of the most popular reasons to visit a rental company. However, as fun as it is to rent cars, there are some not so fun things that must happen before you drive it off the lot.
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Internet Pioneer Allan Cooper Breaks New Ground In Voice Marketing With CallCommand
CINCINNATI, OHIO (ContentDesk) January 4, 2006 -- CallCommand, a leading provider of web-based communication solutions to automotive retailers nationwide, today announced that VP of Strategic Partnerships, Allan Cooper, was recently honored by JD Power and Associates as a pioneer of the automotive Internet revolution. Cooper, a founding investor and board member, is now working with CallCommand to pioneer voice marketing, a new developing trend. Allan is one of a handful of people instrumental...
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Lee Harrison?s Credit Restoration Business Celebrates 28 Years of Credit Repair
Lee Harrison Credit Restoration is celebrating its 28 year anniversary of being in the business of http://www.lhcreditrepair.com [credit repair.] During this time he has been a leading light in the credit repair industry. His credit repair service helps people who have experienced bad credit, bankruptcy or identity theft to repair and restore their credit. Many people with credit problems are unaware that their credit can be repaired....
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