AdventureSmith Explorations, http://www.adventuresmithexplorations.com/ the active travel company that secures matches between adventure-seeking clients and a treasure trove of small, expedition ships, announces that new bookings confirmed on the M/V Eclipse for tours of the Galapagos Islands departing between Oct. 9, 2010, and Mar. 31, 2011, will be entered into a drawing to win a luxury African safari for two. The winner will be announced Apr. 7, 2011, and the prize can be used through Mar. 31, 2012. The 48-passenger M/V Eclipse, an elegant expedition vessel, was ...

With the help from advanced equipments such as rubber injection molding machine and silicon rubber injection molding machine, Yuanyu Rubber gives support for the customers to go through the whole manufacturing process from material selection, designing suggestion, molds development, and production. Yuanyu has been manufacturing different kinds of automotive and machine custom molded rubber products including dust boot, air intake hose, Rubber to Metal Bonding, rubber packings, rubber grommets, rubber bushings, silicone rubber parts, rubber diaphram, waterproof gasket, ...

America is captivated by "makeovers" -- from the latest in hair care and fashion to skincare regimens and fitness. And this pursuit of excellence does not stop when it comes to our homes. Many feel that creature comforts such as sumptuous, gourmet kitchens, walk-in closets, bathrooms with Roman tubs and dual-head steam showers, should be standard in a home. And with recent shakeouts in the home mortgage industry, this is the time for moving up, without moving out. Rather than flipping open the Yellow Pages and randomly selecting a name under home remodeling, one of ...

Fans of Henri Matisse may rush to book a hotel Bilbao when they hear that an exhibition of the artist's work on display in the Basque city has a certain intimacy about it. Running until October 30th 2010 at BBK Foundation, the collection includes more than 40 prints by the Frenchman, with every type of technique used by the artist on show - this includes etchings, linocuts, woodcuts, colour prints, lithographs and monographs. What may interest art enthusiasts most about the display is the intimacy of it, which has been highlighted by the curator of the exhibition ...

Dubai is sure to be awash with car enthusiasts next month as the Middle East Motor Tuning Show comes to the nearby Sharjah Expo Centre. Set to run between October 14th and 18th 2010, the event takes place at the same venue and over the same dates as the International Automobile Show. It is described by its organisers as the premier exhibition of its kind in the Middle East and acts as a showcase for all the latest trends from the world of car customisation. Guests staying in Dubai hotels who head to the event will be able to witness a wide array of activities, ...

Some of the biggest names in world golf, as well as stars from the Asia Pacific circuit, are preparing to tee off at the start of the Iskandar Johor Open. The tournament takes place at the Horizon Hills Golf and Country Club between October 14th and 17th, with organisers already having announced a star-studded player card. Among the top golfers lined up to compete is South African ace Retief Goosen, who won the championship in 2008 and also has two victories in the US Open to his name. Furthermore, Europe's 2010 Ryder Cup team will be well represented at the Malaysian ...

Intechra, the largest independent IT asset disposition (ITAD) company in the United States, announced the one-year anniversary of their partnership with Environmental Capital Partners (ECP), a New York-based private equity firm. On August 13, 2009, ECP acquired the assets of Intechra Holding Corporation (IHC). Last month Intechra celebrated its first successful year in partnership with ECP - a year marked by growth in service, growth in Fortune 500 clients, and facility growth with the recent addition of a 75,000-square-foot processing center in Reno, Nevada. "We ...

Jackson Design & Remodeling (JDR), winner of the 2007 and 2009 BBB Torch Award for Business Ethics, is proud to announce that Design Team Leader Tatiana Machado-Rosas has been named to San Diego Metropolitan Magazine's "40 Under 40", an annual list of the 40 individuals under the age of 40 whose outstanding business and civic contributions are shaping the region's future. Originally from Mexico City, Tatiana graduated from the Design Institute of San Diego with a BFA in Interior Design and has excelled in the field for over 15 years. As Jackson Design and Remodeling's ...

Finally, a non surgical treatment option for bulging, herniated, degenerative discs in the lower back, without medications is available to the Hackettstown/ Allamuchy/ Andover area. Non-surgical spinal decompression has been practiced and FDA approved for nearly ten years as a viable option for treating herniated, bulging, and degenerative discs in the lower back. This non-surgical, non-invasive treatment can help people avoid epidural spinal injections, dangerous pain medications and even surgery. "This treatment is definitely not for everyone, only a select few ...

Long Island Plumbers, Abstract Mechanical, is a full service plumbing, heating, and air conditioning behemoth stationed in Farmingville, NY, refuses to stop short of precedence, extending the boundaries of efficiency and excellence daily. In a time where energy costs and home heating bills plague our blue and white collar citizens, Abstract Mechanical ties experience and cutting edge equipment together to finally bring peace to our minds and dollars to our pockets. With an uncanny ability to service the vast needs of all their customers, Abstract Mechanical makes ...

An issue Texas Farm Bureau continues to follow and advocate for is property law reform in Texas. Unfair eminent domain laws are often abused, ending in Texas farmers and ranchers losing their land unjustly, even if it harms their livelihood. Publications Director Mike Barnett addressed this important issue in a recent blog post on the Texas Agriculture Talks blog. Last year Proposition 11 was passed, stopping the government from taking private property to give to another entity for the primary purpose of economic development or enhance tax revenue. This was a step in ...

Capital Financial Bancorp, located in Schaumburg, Illinois, has joined forces with Northern Illinois Mortgage Corp. Matthew L. Voss, owner and licensed loan originator, offers Capital over two decades of lending experience and expertise. Northern Illinois Mortgage had offices in Algonquin, Geneva and also held a license in Florida. The National Association of Mortgage Brokers recently awarded Matt the Lending Integrity Seal, which recognizes mortgage professionals who meet the industry's highest standards for knowledge, professionalism, ethics and integrity. The merging ...

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John Anthony West has been knocking the dust off academic Egyptology for four decades. He will bring his humor-laced mix of science and mysticism to The Beahive in Kingston , N.Y. on Sept. 25th in a Powerpoint lecture "Magical Egypt: A Symbolist Tour". John Anthony West is an Egypt scholar and the most prominent champion of the "Symbolist" school of Egyptology -- which demonstrates that the ancient Egyptian religion was in no sense pre-rational superstition, but rather a coherent doctrine, consistent with the most advanced contemporary science. West will discuss topics ...

The Alcosta Growth Report, the monthly newsletter edited and published by San Ramon, Calif.-based Alcosta Capital Management, Inc., has been ranked No. 4 on Hulbert Interactive's list of Top Performing Investment Newsletters for the year ending August 31, 2010. This marks the newsletter's second Top 10 ranking in four years. The Alcosta Growth Report, with a model portfolio of large-cap U.S.-listed growth stocks, secured the No. 4 spot posting a 26.8 percent gain for the year ending August 31, 2010* while the Wilshire 5,000 index posted a 5.75 percent gain over the same ...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S., responsible for 40 percent of deaths. The Senior Producer of World Progress Report stated that, "Many people do not realize that heart disease is responsible for more deaths each year than all forms of cancer." Heart disease is a term used to describe conditions affecting the heart, including but not limited to: coronary heart disease, heart attack, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Fortunately, many forms of heart disease can be prevented or treated with healthy lifestyle ...

The Samuel Beckett one-man play Krapp's Last Tape is being performed by Sir Michael Gambon in London this autumn. Directed by Michael Colgan, this cracking show sees Krapp reach his 69th birthday and reflect on memories from his life. His unconventional birthday ritual is to record his memories from the previous year, but after listening to one of his tapes the old man becomes filled with regret at the thought that his present may not live up to his past. "Perhaps my best years are gone. When there was a chance of happiness. But I wouldn't want them back. Not with ...

In the last 5 years online retailing has become a worldwide phenomenon; but getting products from cyberspace to anyplace outside the US has kept some American retailers, auction sites and International buyers stuck in the pre-e-commerce age. MyAddressUS.com brings these merchants and buyers into the global market by offering a simple and effortless solution. Many US retailers will not ship overseas, while others may charge exorbitant rates to provide international shipping. Setting up a US package forwarding service provides a secure depository for items, saves money ...

The Australian International Motor Show (AIMS) is revving its engine in preparation for its appearance at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre. Running between October 15th and 24th 2010 at the Darling Harbour venue, the occasion is recognised as the showcase event for Australia's automotive industry. Numerous national and overseas manufacturers are chomping at the bit to unleash their latest creations on the public and media at the event. Among the star attractions will be the new internationally acclaimed Hulme CanAm supercar, a two-seater with a seven-litre ...

Sex and the City star Kim Cattrall will appear alongside Jeffery Kissoon in a production of Antony and Cleopatra in Liverpool later this year. The pair will take on the title roles in the show, which will be available for guests at Liverpool hotels to see from October 8th to November 13th. Directed by Janet Suzman, this classic tale looks set to be a treat thanks to the quality of the talent on and off stage. "A remarkable cast in Shakespeare's epic tragedy of passion and empire sees Kim Cattrall returning to her birth city to play arguably Shakespeare's strongest, ...

Guests at 5 star hotels in Rome who are keen to see some top-notch art could head to the MAXXI and check out Tribute to Fabio Mauri. The Rome-born artist passed away in the Eternal City last year and the museum has chosen to honour his memory with a stunning exhibition of his work, which will be on display until January 23rd 2011. It is split into two sections - one being a collection of prints transferred on to canvas and arranged on the wall, while the other is an unusual piece that has been placed in the centre of the room. The images from the first section ...

Bookworms have a treat in store for them if they are heading to Barcelona in October, as the annual Kosmopolis literature festival is due to take place. Guests staying at the cheap hotels Barcelona has to offer between October 23rd and 24th can head to the Centre de Cultura Contemporania de Barcelona (CCCB) for a series of fascinating lectures and workshops relating to the world of books. On the first day, there will be an impressive range of topics covered, such as children's literature, intellectual property, ebooks, minority languages and culture. Included in ...

Parents booked into Paris hotels this autumn may wish to see if they can spare some time to visit Kidexpo, as it could be a great experience for them, as well as their children. It takes place from Friday October 22nd to Monday 25th at the Porte de Versailles exhibition centre, with 100,000 people expected to attend, in addition to many industry professionals and media representatives. Children are sure to have fun with all sorts of sports and hobbies to try out, according to travel listings website What's on When. "Little people take centre stage at the Porte ...

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Amplidata has completed a $6m funding round with investors Big Bang Ventures, Endeavour Vision and Swisscom Ventures. Amplidata provides unbreakable storage for use in high-availability, corporate or cloud data storage infrastructures. "We see that this market is accelerating rapidly," says Wim De Wispelaere, CEO and co-founder, "and the support of this international group of investors will strengthen our market position." The company's BitSpread encoding technology is 10,000 times more reliable than conventional RAID storage at a tenth of the cost per terabyte. It ...