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Flashbooking is a growing youth hostels and hotels directory in Venice (Italy) specializing in budget accommodation for independent travellers, students, backpackers, families and all the ones that travel on a pocket.

Flashbooking is becoming a recognized source of information and services for who loves creating a trip by him/herself and book bed nights securely online.

In fact, thanks to a secure server certified SSL provided by Thawte (the global certificate authority) Flashbooking is able to guarantee instantly confirmed and secure online bookings for cheap hostel Venice. Thawte is a system which encrypts all the processed data and guarantees that this will not be read, used or modified by other parties.

Venice is situated in the Veneta Lagoon, on an archipelago of 120 islands, separated by 160 canals,which in their turn are spanned by 400 bridges.The city, connected to the mainland by both a rail and road bridge, is divided into six districts (sestieri): San Marco,Dorsoduro, Cannaregio, Castello, Santa Croce and San Polo. These zones are divided up by a dense network of canals (rii) and an intricate system of narrow and windy streets (calli and Salizade) which open out onto the canals and campielli (small Venetian squares). The historic centre borders the Grand Canal, which is crossed by the Academy bridge, the Ponte di Rialto and the Ponte degli Scalzi.

A Skype account has been recently added in order to give more assistance to our travellers and backpackers needs. Flashbooking accommodation database is easily available online and comes completed with all relevant information about hostel location, description, contacts, prices, instant real availability, customer ratings, facilities and pictures. In particularFlashbooking provides a large selection of cheap or low cost accommodation offers in Florence where there are plenty of low cost solutions for backpackers in budget youth hostels, Bed and Breakfast, family run guesthouses, cheap hotel deals.

Recently, Flashbooking staff and management have decided to put at travellers’ and partner hostels’ free disposal some useful tools as some pocket travel guides, written for giving the essential information about the most visited cities in the world. Especially created for a quick visit, a week end, a city break, these free pocket guides are printable and downloadable online. The staff efforts concentrate on making them simple to read and with a nice format and full of essential hints on where to go, things to see, shopping and markets, quality places reasonably priced where to eat or hang out in the nights, budget hostels, cheap hotel deals and bed and breakfast Venice to book, emergency numbers and more.

Venice is relatively small and the majority of the city is easily reached on foot. Using a street guide makes it impossible to get lost in the maze of streets. All the buildings are numbered, based upon the district to which they belong and not to the street. Each house is indicated initially with the name of the district followed by the number.There is a wide choice for those who wish to take a boat trip. tickets are available from all the boat stops and in some bars, shops, and tobacconists who show the ACTV sign.

See Flashbooking database of selected accommodations worldwide and help us enlarging the hostel offer by reporting the contacts of some accommodations, lodgings, BandB, youth hostels and budget small hotels where you personally stayed. In fact, Flashbooking policy tends to privilege small and family-run hotels in order to promote an alternative tourism respectful of cultures and different societies.

If you also have a personal website or a travel blog, or even manage a youth hostel or a hotel accommodation, and are interested in the travel city guides, you can collect all of them and put at your visitors’ disposal.
Other city pocket guides of top European cities are: the London guide, the Rome guide, the Amsterdam guide, the Paris guide, the Prague guide, the Barcelona guide and more coming on soon!

So mates, we are looking forward to finding you THE budget accommodation that meets your needs and pocket for your next trip!
About the Author

This article was written by Michele De Capitani with support from Youth hostels & cheap hotels and Mrs Vera Bonaventura. For any information on how travel insurance, please visit our accommodation website to download your free travel guides for Venice City in Italy.

Buying a car is a huge investment. Whether a brand new or a second hand car, you still have to shell out a tidy sum to hopefully get the car that meets your specifications.
Second hand cars can be purchased by going to the local dealer, looking at the classified ads or checking out the various websites that allow a person to search and buy a car online.
There are two reasons why used cars are cheaper. The first is that cars once purchased and driven off a lot immediately depreciate. Annually, these cars lose about 20% in value making it easy for you to buy a second hand car almost at half the original price.
Another reason is that it is hard to buy a car and pay the full payment up front. By acquiring the services of a financial institution such as a bank, a person can pay off the loan through monthly installments. Unfortunately, some people have failed to honor that commitment which leaves the financial institutions no choice but to have the car repossessed.
For the bank to avoid storing the many cars that have been repossessed and make up for the lost money, these cars are auctioned off immediately which make it easy for some lucky people to buy fairly new cars and prevent being taken advantage of by car dealers.
Before buying a car, it is best to think about the kind of car you are willing to spend for and the options that come with it. By doing some research and checking out various dealers, you will be able to pick the right car and get the best deal.
You should also check the history of the car. This can be checked by going online and typing in the vehicle identification number or VIN. This can help verify the accidents the car has been in, if the car was reported stolen and the previous owner of the vehicle. It can also check if the mileage was rolled back.
Most cars have a maintenance record. The buyer must ask the dealer to see it and if it is not available, then you should contact the dealership or repair shop where most of the work was done.
The car should also be test driven on the road at various conditions and checked by a trusted and reputable mechanic just to be safe that the car you will buy is road worthy.
Most important of all, you should ask about the warranty. If there are some things not covered by it, it is best to get a service contract to be safe.About the Author: Gregory Ashton, your resident automobile enthusiast, bringing to you over 20 years of vehicular passion, and expertise; presents for your approval his insider secrets on selecting, buying, and maintianing the car that is ideal for you. http://www.best-car-buying-tips.com

Wouldn’t it be great to be financially secure’to never have to worry about money?

What would it take to get there? In fact, what exactly is financial security?

Ask 10 people to define how much money it takes to attain financial security and you will probably get 10 different answers. For some people, financial security is having $10 million in the bank. For others, it’s $50 million.

I doubt anybody would say $1 million. Being a uni-millionaire isn’t what it used to be. With the median home price in the United States around $220,000 (the median price in my hometown, Seattle, is pushing $425,000), there may not be much left after paying off the mortgage. Even having the full million in the bank earning 5% per year will only produce an income of $50,000 per year. That’s not bad, but not enough to jet around the world and party with Paris Hilton, Mick Jagger, and Diddy.

What about $10 million? At 5%, that will generate an annual income of $500,000?without working. Now we’re talking some real money!

The problem with defining financial security in these terms is that having $10 million, $50 million or even $1 million is a pie-in-the-sky dream for most Americans. We?d all like to have millions of dollars, and it’s not bad to aspire to that goal. The problem is, if we define financial security by such large amounts of money, most of us will believe that it’s out of our grasp. Instead, we should use a realistic definition of financial security that can be achieved whether somebody makes $10,000 a year or $1,000,000.

First, let’s look at what financial security is not.

Financial security isn’t making or having a certain amount of money. There are many people who have made millions of dollars who are not financially secure. Stories about musicians, superstar athletes and multi-million-dollar lottery winners who end up in bankruptcy court are so common that they’ve become a clich?. If someone makes $500,000 a year, but spends $600,000, are they financially secure? Of course not.

Financial security also isn’t limited to being independently wealthy, having servants bring you martinis by the pool, and flying your private jet to Monaco to party with heiresses, super-models, and rock stars. If that’s what you want, then go for it, but this is a very narrow definition of financial security.

I prefer a broader definition, one that puts financial security within the reach of anybody with a desire to improve their financial situation, and a little bit of discipline.

To me, financial security consists of 4 things:

1) Being debt-free

Consider two women:

Jill:
Makes $35,000 a year.
Has $250 in her savings account.
Owes $10,000 on her credit cards.

Joan:
Makes $35,000 a year.
Has $10,000 in her savings account.
Owes $250 on her credit cards.

Which woman do you think feels financially secure? Which sleeps better at night?

Certain debt is understandable. Few people have the money to write a check for a car or a house. Borrowing money for an education or to start a business may also be acceptable, but borrowing money for other reasons is probably a mistake.

How many of you are still paying off the credit card debt for:

- The vacation you took last summer?
- The elegant, romantic Valentine’s Day dinner last February?
- The pair of expensive Italian shoes you just gave to Goodwill?
- Christmas presents your kids no longer play with?
- Electronic equipment that has since become obsolete?

When you owe somebody money, they have power over you. You go to work, even if you don’t want to, because you have to pay back your debt. If you don’t pay, you can be sued, your car can be repossessed, or your house can go into foreclosure. That doesn’t sound like security to me.

2) Being in control of your expenses

As I mentioned earlier, if you earn $500,000 a year, but you’re spending $600,000, you’re on your way to the poorhouse. If you control your expenses so that they are less than your income, you can save and invest the extra money, and you’re on your way to becoming financially secure.

3) Consistently increasing your savings/assets/net worth on a monthly basis

Most people have little to show for years or even decades of hard work. For whatever reason, they can’t or won’t save money and they’re one paycheck away from being destitute.

We should focus on saving money every month. It’s a great feeling to watch your savings grow, especially because the interest compounds without any extra effort from you. Instead of you working for money, your money can work for you.

4) Not being forced to work at a job you dislike just to pay the bills

Many people live paycheck-to-paycheck and are stuck at jobs they don’t enjoy because they have to pay their bills. If they quit their jobs or were laid off, it wouldn’t take long before they were in dire financial trouble.

If you are debt-free, control your expenses, and focus on increasing your savings on a monthly basis, you can survive tough times, such as a layoff, for months, or even years, without a change in your lifestyle. You will also have the freedom to quit a job you don’t like and take your time finding a new job, preferably one that you will enjoy.

Financial security is an admirable goal for which we should all strive. However, it’s important to define financial security so that it is achievable for the average American. Being debt-free, controlling our expenses, increasing our savings every month, and doing what we love can lead to happy, fulfilling, and prosperous lives for us all.

About the Author:

Michael Mihalik is the author of Debt is Slavery: and 9 Other Things I Wish My Dad Had Taught Me About Money. He illustrates 10 essential lessons that will help others change the way they think about money. http://www.octobermist.com

Football crazy a meaning of many meanings, number one is either crazy over the game or secondly going crazy for every time the word football is mentioned. When you have two sons cheering on their favourite teams i.e. Liverpool and Manchester United under the same roof it is hard to ignore. Ignorance on my part on the game has left me with a feeling of emptiness.
The times I screamed at the top of my voice to turn the television off, grown men kicking a ball into a net what next toddlers playing rugby.

Not sure of the trophy at stake for the big match playing on the screen but the cheers could be heard all over for every time goals were scored. The adrenalin rush became unbearable for me at times sending shivers down the spine with all the near misses of penalty shoot outs.
It all fell into place and made sense as to why football was so popular after the lads had explained the ins and outs of the game.

Over the years there has been sadness where fans have lost their lives due to unfortunate events at football matches. Then we have the violence where an innocent victim was on the receiving end of an unprovoked attack all because they batted for the other side.

Football is a game of skill where players battle it out on the pitch scoring goals for their town or country. So I say to the football hooligan leave the dedicated fan to cheer their team on in peace and let the battle with a reason behind it continue on the pitch. .

I still struggle to understand this off side ruling where one player has to be in front of the other before a pass. Without doubt this is a game of skill where physical fitness and endurance prevails but it seems that skills are also required in the mastermind department. For e g the football player takes control of the ball while under attack then on top of having to retain possession he has to seek out another player to pass the ball to in hope that he is not offside.

My rendition on this may be a little offside with my explanation of what I think this ruling means, maybe this is why I can not quite get my head round it.

Regardless of the rulings and referee decisions I will continue to support this very entertaining sport. I have regrets in my ignorant years where I missed out on the pleasurable moments as in i.e. sitting in the armchair fully adorned in woollen hat scarf and rattle. To think I used to scream to turn the television off when there was match on only to find myself screaming to turn it on.

I support no particular team, my attitude is may the best team win on the day but should Steven Gerrad bless us with his presence on the pitch then I say he can rattle my rattle any day.

My life has changed dramatically since I was first introduced to football, my sons lives have been turned upside down because I get to sit up front which entitles me to possession of the remote control when the match is in play.

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Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive, neuro-degenerative disease characterized in the brain by abnormal clumps and tangled bundles of fibers composed of misplaced proteins. Age is the most important risk factor for AD; the number of people with the disease doubles every 5 years beyond age 65. Symptoms of AD include memory loss, language deterioration, impaired ability to mentally manipulate visual information, poor judgment, confusion, restlessness, and mood swings. Eventually AD destroys cognition, personality, and the ability to function. The early symptoms of AD, which include forgetfulness and loss of concentration, are often missed because they resemble natural signs of aging.

Alzheimer’s disease itself cannot be prevented, but there are steps people can take in order to reduce memory loss and dementia when it comes to the development of the disease. Also, some scientists speculate that even though it cannot be completely prevented, there are some things people can do in order to reduce their risk of developing the disease. There are many different medications and vitamin supplements that can be used to relieve and manage some of the symptoms of AD. Also, other medications may help control behavioral symptoms such as sleeplessness, agitation, wandering, anxiety, and depression. AD is a progressive disease, but its course can vary from 5 to 20 years. The most common cause of death in AD patients is infection.

Research has shown that vitamins C and E do help to reduce the risk of memory impairment as people age by about 30 percent. The vitamins have also been shown to reduce the chance of developing the disease by approximately 70 percent. A study published in the Archives of Neurology showed that people who ate Omega 3 rich fish such as salmon once a week or more had a substantially lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease. In fact, the seven-year study of 815 nursing home residents found those who reported eating fish at least once a week had a 60 percent lower risk of Alzheimer’s compared to those who rarely or never ate fish. If the mercury content in the fish you are eating is a concern or if you are just not eating enough Omega 3 rich fish, you may want to consider adding Omega 3 fatty acids to your diet. When taking vitamins it is important to consult your doctor, as vitamins can carry risks, too.

Another study suggests that high homocysteine levels are linked with mental declines associated with Alzheimer’s disease in elderly people. High levels of a substance in the blood called homocysteine tops the list of potentially new risk factors for heart disease, stroke, and now dementia. Elevated levels of homocysteine is an indication of inadequate folate and vitamin B-12 in the diet. High homocysteine levels can be treated very easily with vitamins, including folate, niacin, and B-12. Though nutritional deficiencies can be the cause, some medications like the seizure drug Dilantin can elevate homocysteine levels in the blood. Kidney disease, alcohol use, and too little physical activity can also elevate homocysteine.

Not everyone with Alzheimer’s Disease has the same symptoms. You can use the information on the vitamins listed in the above paragraphs to discuss with your doctor. He or she will be able to help you determin what is best for you. Remember not to add to your medications or stop taking any without first consulting your physician. Certain vitamins, minerals and herbal supplements can react adversely with medications you may already be taking.

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Biotechnology is basically recreation and reinvention of nature. It deals with the manipulation of living organisms in order to make or improve products, enhance plants and animals or generate microorganisms to make human life and the environment better.

In a modern definition, it is related to the genetic information of living organisms, called DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). Biotechnology explains and supports the transformation of these so-called nature’s codes. They are decoded through modification of its sequences; encoded through addition of new sequences or the erasure of particular genes. In these ways, the characteristics or features of the organisms are changed.

Its application achieves many benefits for humans and the environment. It has a relative number of functions for food and agriculture, as well as medicine. An example is the identification and treatment of genetic illnesses, as well as the production of vaccines for diseases. Antibiotics are also considered products of biotechnology. Artificial insemination and in vitro fertilization (IVF) are also forms of biotech practice.

Another example is the development of breeding and cloning animals. as well as cloning in animals. After cloning Dolly the sheep in 1996, proponents of the technology claimed that livestock cloning provided consumers with high quality products. In a later study, a research team was able to produce pigs that have Omega-3 fatty acids. These fats are known to be healthy fats, and help the heart work properly, thus reducing the risk of heart diseases.

With any research breakthroughs come risks along with benefits. That is why these genetically modified (GM) organisms are evaluated before made available to the public. One consideration is whether they promote the organism’s existence or disturbs the equilibrium of the ecosystem. The practice is being questioned in connection with ethical and religious implications. Fortunately, there are regulations set by authorities that vary from country to country. Its uses and products should always be safe for human beings and the.

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Creation of World Wide Web and rapid digitizing of information and products gave the way people do business a new form. Online shopping, vacation planning and various other services provided through the internet today created many more opportunities for those who wish to be in business. Business has gone online full force and with it have the ideas on how to make business most successful.For those who plan to run their own business or those who already do but seek to improve it e-books on latest and most successful business strategies can be bought online from various leading merchants in publishing industry. Whether you are a running a small business or a large company, as a modern entrepreneur you want to keep your eye out for the latest in business development today in order to stay on top. E-books on any topic related to business are available to anyone who cares to look.This gives a small business owner, or someone who thinks of becoming one, a great opportunity to learn more about what they are planning to do without the hassle of having to run around. For many people who start up a small business time is scarce and they would rather spend it on more important things. The availability of easily accessible internet resources makes planning a good business strategy a matter of an available device able to connect to the internet.Business e-books make it easier for entrepreneurs to structuralize their ideas into concrete reality and pursue their ultimate goals. These materials provide a certain level of comfort while starting a business as they are informative and possible to quickly browse through at all times. Running a small business can very often be overwhelming and intimidating. With right resources at your fingertips, however, a correct business strategy can be developed and implemented by anyone seeking to try it on their own.Related resources:
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As long you provide a well balanced and healthy diet for your pet, it is rare that your cat would need additional vitamins. Your cat’s nutritional needs can be easily obtained from good quality lean meat and a small percentage of plant based fiber and therefore it is unlikely that you would even need to give your cat fiber supplements. Veterinary experts report that there is an increase in the number of diseases and illnesses reported in domestic cats over the last few decades since more owners turned to cheap, mass produced cat food when it was introduced on the market. Thus, it is worth your while to spend just a little more on a diet which sustain a cat’s genetic feeding needs, compared to the alternative of hefty price tags that vets charge.

You should also bear in mind the ingredients and manufacturing process that would affect the supplements your cat takes. For instance, with manufacturers that maintain a policy for only using organic ingredients, there will be greater assurance that the supplements you are giving your cat contain no dangerous chemicals or hormones, compared to supplements manufactured from products from intensively farmed animals or sprayed crops. Although you may have the good intention of boosting your cat’s health with cat liquid vitamin supplements or Brewer’s Yeast, it’s important to know what vitamins your cat lacks before administering them

Should your cat fall ill, there are many healthy options available to boost your cat’s immunity to combat disease. Supplements are also readily available and help improve your cat’s coat and skin as well as boost the general well being of your cat. However as with any other treatment or care, it is essential to consult your vet before you give your cat any supplements.

It would be useful to give the vet a detailed record of your cat’s daily diet to help ascertain what vitamins your feline might be lacking in. The vet would be able to make a more informed clinical analysis on what ails your cat.

Secondly, the dosages for various supplements can vary from product to product and it’s important to know if any supplement you’re thinking of giving is likely to make any existing condition worse or mask the condition’s symptoms.

Factors such as the age of your cat will be taken into consideration when vets prescribe supplements. For example, with cats that are getting on in years, it may be necessary to think about treatments and supplements for arthritis or bone conditions. This will provide mature cats with a better quality of life in their later years and keep pain under control. On the other hand, kittens would benefit more from products designed to boost immunity and encourage bone growth and density.

Moses Wright is the webmaster of CatCustomer.com. He provides more information on Cat Health, Cat Veterinary Diseases and Cat Nutrition that you can learn in the comfort of your home. You are welcome to reprint this article if you keep the content and live link intact.

One of the best benefits, is it doesn’t matter if you are male or female. With a home improvement book, you can fix just about anything in your house whether you have prior knowledge or not. A good book will guide you through a step-by-step process that is designed to help novices get the job done right the first time.

A home improvement book is also full of diagrams to show you what they are talking about. If you don’t know what something is, you can usually reference a diagram to see where it is at. This helps because words don’t always tell you everything, and a picture can speak a thousand words.

A good book will also list all of the supplies needed. You won’t have to run back and forth to the hardware store when you have a complete list right in front of you. This is helpful when someone knows nothing about the repair they are about to work on. If you have no prior knowledge to what you are working on, you could find many wasted trips are being made to replace items you didn’t correctly get.

As a homeowner, you should have a complete home improvement book sitting on your bookshelf. Little things go wrong all the time in a home. If you have no idea what to do, you can still save yourself a lot of money by not calling the professional. You can be your own professional when you have a book like this in your home.

A quality book will also make you feel good about yourself. Knowing you accomplished something you wouldn’t normally be able to do, will help with your self-respect. The self-respect will glow throughout you home as well. Doing something like this on your own will make you feel good about yourself. The techniques of a home improvement book are step-by-step so you won’t miss anything important while fixing that pipe under the cupboard.

Make those unsightly repairs yourself. Don’t rely on the professional you will have to wait on. You will have to pay this professional a lot more money than doing it on your own. Your house will go up in value from the hard work and effort, but at a fraction of the cost.

One Last Tip I Tell Everyone

To minimise the stress factor, it is best to plan your home improvement around your life and not the other way around. Try and find a time when your work schedule isn’t busy and no one in your family has anything important such as an exam, presentation, and so forth going on. Keep in mind that home improvement jobs can take longer than expected and there is nothing you can do about this. These pointers will help you start off your project smoothly and keep the rest of it relatively problem free.
About the Author

Will King is the webmaster for Home Improvement DYI where you find many resources and other articles on just about everything related to home improvement.

When the idea for this article was originally conceived, my purpose was to do some research and then give practical advice on the best shoes to buy and wear while traveling. Shoes seemed like a relevant topic as even an experienced traveler such my girl friend admits ?I take too many pairs of shoes with me when I travel and even then I sometimes don’t have the right pair.? I found, not only are shoes a relevant topic for women travelers, shoes are an interesting topic period?a search on shoe topics on the Internet led to me to their history, fascinating facts and photos of a lot of great looking shoes.

So, while I did locate some solid advice on choosing comfortable shoes for traveling (see below), I felt compelled, almost obsessed it seemed, to continue delving into the topic of shoes. Below is only some of what my research revealed.

Some Shoe Facts

The average American woman owns 30 pairs of shoes’the average male 4. 8 1/2 to 9 is the size the average American woman wears.35% of U.S. women wear larger than a size 9 (including celebrity Paris Hilton who cruises around in size 11). A recent study in Britain revealed that 4 in 10 women have bought shoes which they have never worn. This translates into over $130 million (U.S. dollars) in unworn shoes (the article was written by a man).

Some Shoe History

Scientists speculate the first shoes were made from animal skins during the Ice Age to protect feet. The biggest find of shoes from prehistory belonged to Native Americans in Missouri and date back to 8000 BC.By the time of the ancient Egyptians, shoes, in the form of sandals, became more than just foot protection and were used to display wealth and power.Marie Antoinette had 500 pairs of shoes. One servant’s sole job was to catalog her shoes by color, date and style.At least 6 pairs of ruby slippers were made for the film the Wizard of Oz, 4 of which survive today. One pair is on display at the Smithsonian and another pair sold at a Christie’s auction for $165,000.What did I conclude from this widely jumbled assortment of information? First, the Internet can be a fathomless depth and I need to learn when to back away from the computer. Second, despite how often the word ?obsession? occurred during my Internet research on women and shoes, the topic will always fascinate me.

Choosing the Right Shoes to Wear While Traveling

Feet endure tremendous pressures during daily living. An average day of walking brings a force equal to several hundred tons to your feet. During a trip you’ll be on your feet and walking even more than usual. The success of your trip could depend on having a comfortable pair of shoes. Unless you’re going hiking on poorly maintained trails in the wilderness, walking or running shoes are best. Below are some tips from the American Podiatric Medical Association for buying the right shoes and getting the best fit.

It sounds elementary, but be sure the widest part of your foot corresponds to the widest part of the shoe. Be sure that shoes fit well?front, back, and sides’to distribute weight. Shop for shoes later in the day; feet tend to swell during the day, and it’s best to be fitted while they are in that state.Try on shoes while you’re wearing the same type of socks you expect to wear with the shoes.Don’t rely on the size of your last pair of shoes. Your feet do get larger and sizes vary.Have your feet measured while you’re standing. Always buy for the larger foot; feet are seldom precisely the same size. Always try on both shoes, and walk around the store. Don’t buy shoes that need a ?break-in? period; shoes should be comfortable immediately.

Don’t Forget the Socks

Your choice of socks is also important. Sports podiatrists frequently recommend padded socks of acrylic fiber. Acrylic fibers tend to ?wick? away excessive perspiration, which active feet can produce from 250,000 sweat glands at a rate of four to six ounces a day, or even more (yuk).

A graphic artist and writer with a marketing degree, Jennifer Johnson performs a wide variety of tasks for Women Traveling Together and other clients. Founded in 1997, Women Traveling Together is the perfect solution for women who want to travel but don’t want to travel alone. To learn more, visit: www.women-traveling.com