The cruise industry is probably one of few industries that has resisted the onslaught of recession effectively. An estimated 15 million people went on a cruise vacation in 2010, and this year, the figures are expected to rise by about 6.5 %.* Discounts and perks offered by cruise liners have a made a major impact on consumers. In fact, people who were earlier apprehensive about cruising, or were discouraged by the costs, are now taking a second look at world cruises. This year too, there are several discounts in line for cruise vacationers, looking to embark on a world ...

SGS is pleased to announce that it has extended its Notified Body scope under the European Directive 98/79/EC on in vitro diagnostic (IVD) medical devices to include high risk LIST A products, giving a full designation scope. SGS initially gained designation as IVD medical device Directive (IVDD) Notified Body 0120 in 2010, with a scope that included all LIST B and Self-Test IVD devices. This extension to the designated scope means that SGS Notified Body can additionally provide certification services for all LIST A devices. SGS now has a global comprehensive scope for ...

Ventilation ductwork specialist, Senior Hargreaves, has undergone a quiet revolution. The company has completed a major redevelopment of their Lord Street site, adding 28,000 square feet of new manufacturing space and invested in lean manufacturing technology, with other radical changes in the pipeline. "We have invested heavily in lean manufacturing, aided by leading consultants in the field, The Manufacturing Institute," explained managing director, Kevin White. "This has enabled us to consolidate our operations on a single site and streamline production to achieve ...

Amber Bowden, a leading authority in patient care, reveals The Cancer Trakker, a physical medical organizer designed to help youth with cancer coordinate all of their medical information. Expertly engineered it is put together in such a way that it allows the patient and caregiver to spend less time on medical management and more time on things that really matter in their life. In an interview Amber Bowden told founders of SmokinHotPR Boutique Tatyana Gann and Angela Giles, "The Cancer Trakker allows patients to focus effectively on the diagnosis and treatment process". ...

Lead and silver smelting company Britannia have named the CygScope their best equipment purchase of 2010, claiming that it has made their jobs easier and safer. The efficiency of the vacuum in the silver production process is paramount to producing a high product yield and leaks can waste 20-30% of a compressor's output. The CygScope uses detection of ultrasound to allow the user to quickly and accurately pinpoint leaks in industrial plant and machinery. Not only has the CygScope improved the ability of the maintenance department to detect leaks, it has ensured greater ...

While most financial advisors admit they don't have as much contact with their clients as they should, they also don't realize the statistical significance. According to an article in Harvard Business Review: "Every minute you spend with existing clients is worth 500% more than time you devote to acquiring new clients." "Raising customer retention rates by only 5% increases sales by 25-85%." Many financial professionals desiring to grow their business pursue marketing to strangers while the facts indicate that time is best focused on contact with existing clients. ...

Sixt rent a car Montenegro launched its new website http://www.sixt.co.me today, providing the finest in car hire services in Podgorica, Budva and Tivat in Montenegro. As the official Sixt franchisee in Montenegro, Sixt rent a car Montenegro prides itself on providing only the finest vehicle selection and a large vehicle pool for travelers into Montenegro. With four key locations in Podgorica, Budva and Tivat, your car rental needs are covered across the country. With the growing demand for car hire services in Montenegro, the new website allows for travelers to check-in, ...

The latest version of SpaSalonPro.com (SSP) integrates an optional website into the the online marketing and appointment scheduling service. Adding an integrated website into the SpaSalonPro.com gives users an easy- to-use website that is optimized for search engines and geo-targeted around their place of business. This increases the likelihood that when a prospective client is looking for a spa or salon online that they will find your business. The site can be built within a day, so users don't have to wait for a professional web designer to build an expensive website ...

Various NGOs have published reports (http://www.eeb.org/EEB/?LinkServID=8BBC1DF8-C9C7-8B93-CA5F42033F11A3AD) disclosing the names of brands, products and retailers that have been found to have the dreaded Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs) in their products. The studies published by these NGOs perhaps shed light on the lack of awareness on the part of brands and retailers regarding their obligations under REACH legislation (http://newsletter.sgs.com/eNewsletterPro/uploadedimages/000006/SGS-Safeguards-17810-EEB-Big-Retailers-Caught-Breaching-EU-Chemicals-Law-EN-10.pdf ...

Updating your wardrobe with the latest Spring and Summer trends can be a pricey business but getting your hands on achingly cool designer pieces needn't break the bank with the new House of Holland range from MyTights.com. From the ever popular Super Suspender Tights to eye-catching star designs, now is your chance to grab the hottest by Henry Holland which are all GBP15 or less! Style-savvy ladies can also win themselves the House of Holland Spring collection by logging on to the MyTights.com Facebook page and showing us how you style your favourite tights. Henry Holland's ...

Molly Brown London, designer children's jewellery brand, has beautiful jewellery for young girls of all ages. Focusing on high-end, top-quality designs, Molly Brown London has an extensive collection of gorgeous jewellery with a wide range of pieces that make great gifts for really special occasions. In particular, the Christening Jewellery Collection is full of Molly Brown's bestselling pieces and with choices ranging from the classic gemstone and pearl collections, to traditional baby bangles there is a christening present to suit all baby girls. With an exceptional ...

Dr. Susan Stuart, a board-certified dermatologist in La Jolla (http://www.lajollaskin.com) has been named Best Dermatologist in the "Best of 2011 - Health & Beauty" issue of Ranch & Coast magazine. Known as the San Diego's ultimate lifestyle magazine, the publication bases its Best Of selections on reader votes. "Obviously it's a huge honor to be recognized as one of the best doctors in the area," says Dr. Stuart, founder and medical director of La Jolla Dermatology. "It's even more of an honor to know that the award comes from my patients and others in the local community ...

Just over a year ago, Marina Plastic Surgery Associates (http://www.liposuction-southern-california.com) began offering CoolSculpting, a revolutionary body contouring treatment that requires no surgery and no downtime. Women and men who want to truly get slim with body contouring and liposuction in Los Angeles continue to choose the practice for satisfying results. At the practice, Dr. Grant Stevens has performed CoolSculpting treatments for their patients. The procedure works by cooling fat to a temperature just above freezing while protecting surrounding tissue. The ...

Award-winning artist Mark Mushkin secures 3000sf warehouse property in Costa Mesa to be the location for his "Cult Studios" a new multimedia production facility and art gallery. Cult Studio's "Night Gallery" will feature artworks on canvas, video and performance art exhibitions. Gallery grand opening and reception party for Mark Mushkin scheduled for summer 2011. Mark Mushkin will exhibit his latest mix media works on canvas and fine art photographic prints. The event will include food, drinks, with live music, plus other live art performances.Website: http://cultstudios.org ...

By joining Twitter and cultivating an active following, Dr. Kevin Johnson (http://www.advancedaestheticsmd.com) is making it even easier for women and men considering cosmetic dermatology and body contouring in Coeur d'Alene and Spokane to learn more about him, his practice, and the latest techniques and technologies in cosmetic medicine. "I'm highly involved in every aspect of my patients' care," says Dr. Johnson, an Idaho liposuction specialist, board-certified general surgeon, and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. "Twitter gives the entire team at Advanced ...

A busy cosmetic medicine practice with offices in New York City and Norwalk, Connecticut, Profiles & Contours, New York Plastic Surgery, PC (http://www.profilesandcontours.com) is now offering Exilis for completely non-surgical body contouring and skin tightening. The practice adds this procedure to its extensive lineup of plastic surgery procedures for NYC and Connecticut residents. Exilis, which uses advanced radiofrequency technology to target fatty deposits and loose skin, is an exciting new option for people who have tried to change their body through diet and exercise ...

Tourists and travellers heading to the south east of France for a ski trip or some wine tasting in Provence can right now enjoy bargain car hire thanks to online rental comparator Carrentals.co.uk. The award-winning website has introduced a new choice of cheap car hire Grenoble deals which get tourists the best value car hire from a massive range of top name providers. Grenoble Airport operates as the primary rental car pick-up location for the region, allowing tourists to land, collect their car and get their trip started with the utmost convenience. Carrentals.co.uk ...

The Mediterranean island of Cyprus is even more fun with a rental car. UK travellers heading there this season should visit Carrentals.co.uk and check out the amazing deals on car hire Paphos bookings. The leader in online rate comparisons brings all the latest rental rates to one site for your convenience. Thousands of UK holidaymakers arrive in Cyprus via Paphos International Airport every year. Those in the know save valuable time and energy by arranging their rental car pick up right at the airport. Book your cheap car hire in Paphos ahead of time and you'll be ...

With more women expected to consider breast augmentation in New Jersey in the coming year, Dr. Evan Sorokin (http://www.delawarevalleybreasts.com) is making available some of the latest implant options so that his patients can achieve satisfying results. "There is much more to consider than just implant size," Dr. Sorokin says of the concerns which sometimes top New Jersey breast enlargement candidates' list of priorities. "Cosmetic surgery is an important, life-changing decision and women considering implants need to know all about their options." Dr. Sorokin's practice ...

Dr. Richard D'Amico (http://www.drdamico.com), a board-certified plastic surgeon in New Jersey, has been performing CoolSculpting by ZELTIQ for several months and is now offering educational seminars on this new body contouring procedure. Dr. D'Amico's educational seminars will help women and men learn how CoolSculpting works, see its many advantages, and discover how it differs from traditional liposuction. Three seminars will be offered in March: March 16 from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm; March 23 from 9:30 am - 10:30 am; and March 23 from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Registration is ...

With autumn coalescing into spring, we are entering an exciting time of year for outdoor enthusiasts. British summertime officially begins this weekend and while we hope for some sun, will inevitably experience some rain, the temperature is generally just about right to get outside. Online retailer outdoorlook.co.uk are on hand to help too, offering an affordable range of outdoor clothing which mix durability with versatility perfectly. The selection of outdoor clothing is stylish too, with established brands such as Merrell and Regatta. "We have bright colours ...

Ian Brookes, founder of online workwear retailer eBrookes.co.uk has highlighted the site's innovative workwear clothing personalisation service as an important tool which could be used to help work forces around the country. Not satisfied with simply providing a quality service which supply's the UK's work forces with quality discounted workwear, Brookes has gone a step further and provides a full clothing customisation service which is proving increasingly popular not just with work forces but sports teams alike. How fitting it is then that the eBrookes mantra is, ...

Leggings came back into fashion a few years ago and since, have shown no sign of a dip in popularity. Now however, far from being just a fashion accessory, revolutionary new fabrics mean leggings can be a really useful item of clothing in all sorts of situations. Whether you want leggings to help you slim down and shape up, to keep you warm, or simply to keep you looking great, Damart has the right pair of leggings for you. If the gym is not your favourite place, Damart's quick-fix Slimline leggings could be exactly what you are looking for. These revolutionary leggings ...

British artist Tony Cragg is the focus of an exhibition entitled Figure In Figure Out at Paris's prestigious Louvre museum. There are eight pieces by the Liverpool-born sculptor on show, including one specifically created for the installation. Cragg, a Turner Prize winner in 1988, was invited to display his art as a counterpoint to the venue's Franz Xaver Messerschmidt collection, according to the organisers. They explained that the distortions and superimposed layers typical of the 18th century German-Austrian can be seen in a new piece by the Brit referred to ...

Establishing, demarcating and physically securing maritime security zones with boat barriers around the cooling water intakes and waste water discharges for America's 104 nuclear power plants is a necessary nuclear security upgrade, particularly in light of the recent Tsunami induced nuclear disaster in Japan. The Tsunami that struck Japan on March 11, 2011 created a domino effect that resulted in the Fukushima Ai Ichi Nuclear Power Plant's reactors overheating due to the failure of its water-cooling system. This incident put a global spotlight on a key vulnerability of ...