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January 26, 2012
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Interesting ad spin by GM to send traffic to their Pontiac website

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Best and Worst Times to Travel to Europe

January 21, 2012

When planning your European trip, check your arrival and departures dates and see if they take into account peak, off-peak and shoulder travel periods.

Peak periods are the times when majority of travelers fly in and out of countries and these periods usually coincide with school holidays, Christmas, Easter and New Year. The country you are flying into will also have peak periods unique to that country, so expect flights and accommodation to be heavily booked and tickets to be more expensive. This peak period generally covers late December to January (because of the Christmas season) and late June to the end of August (summer break). Travel during the Christmas holidays can be difficult as plane ticket prices soar and ski resorts start overcharging. Public transport is also reduced in most areas since only a few trains will leave on Christmas day. The “shoulder period” is in spring and autumn and the low or “off-peak” periods are usually in the remaining months and in the winter.

If you have only a limited time to see Europe, your best bet is to fly in and out during a shoulder period. Prices are almost at their lowest and travel conditions are great because you can avoid the crowds and the overpricing. If you have a lot of time to spare in Europe, try flying in the low season when fares are cheapest so you have more money to spread over your stay. It’s always a good idea to start checking airfares 3-4 months before you leave. Airlines are starting to discount in order to reward early bookers and there’s a lot time to wait if you think they’re too high. The cheapest ticket prices might turn up on the net or at your ticket office at anytime. And while you’re at it, make sure you’ve already reserved your accommodation 6 weeks to 2 months before you leave. It’s a good idea to reserve a hotel for your arrival and departure days. The rest can be reserved afterwards. Also, remember to check for travel dangers and updates. Your government and insurance company might draw the line if you visit a certain territory they’ve warned you about. Be informed about the dangers and uprisings in the country you are visiting and do last-minute updates to check conditions right before you leave.

For most seasoned travelers, the best time to see Europe is from April to June and September to October when the weather is still warm, the holiday crowds have left and accommodation and transport are regularly priced.

In contrast, the single worst time to visit most parts of Europe (especially the western and southern countries) is the month of August. This is when many Europeans leave and take their holidays in nearby countries as well. The cities can be deserted and as a result, accommodation prices shoot up and finding a bed can be very difficult. Buses and trains will often be packed and it can be a struggle to get a seat while you cross countries. Even most tourist shops and sites can be closed because the proprietors have gone on holiday as well! There’s little doubt that July and August are the busiest tourist months in Europe (mainly because of Americans on vacation) and it will require a lot of patience and money. Avoid these months as much as you can. If you really must travel in the high season, your best course of action is to stay away from the major cities and choose the off-track towns and villages and indulge in the local culture.

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BELVEDERE BANEASA RESIDENCE

January 18, 2012

678 luxury flats, 3 commercial centres, 1 business tower in the heart of Bucharest Business Centre. Extravagant suspended gardens, location by the lake, excellent facilities and especially the attractive price make this development a MUST HAVE in every investors portfolio. This is an incredible investment, with a finance plan designed for the investors who seek High Capital gains (265%) and High Rental Yields (16.4%). Location and facilities make for easy sale locally, providing an ideal exit strategy. MAIN FEATURES: WHY INVEST IN BUCHAREST? (Capital city) •High unsatisfied demand for residential properties (estimates of 300000 units in demand and, according to National Statistic Office only 6746 units were delivered in 2007). •Local migration to Bucharest for the better-paid jobs (adds more pressure to the residential/rental demand). •Major Multinationals (Microsoft, IKEA,etc) establish headquarters in Bucharest (creates a demand for business rental). •Prices on new build are still cheaper than the old communist flats; SEE MARKET ANALYSIS CASE STUDY BELOW. •Major investments in the infrastructure (Romania will receive €30billion EU investment between 2007-2012). •Low cost carriers flights are available from major UK airports (Wizz Air, Blue Air, Easyjet). FACILITIES: •4 blocks of flats/678 luxury apartments by the lake (7ha development); •High-standard interiors with large terraces or individual suspended gardens for each apartment ; •3 on-site commercial centres

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British Rail Corporate Advert 1988 (Full Version)

January 5, 2012

This brilliant 2½ minute commercial was first shown across the UK at 09:00AM on Christmas Day 1988, after much pre-publicity. It is a clever and respectful parody of the Post Office Film Unit’s 25 minute documentary, ‘Night Mail’, made in 1936. The much loved poet WH Auden wrote his famous verse specifically to fit the film’s footage. The 1988 commercial cleverly shows the enormous scale of BR’s daily operation and the structure of the ’sectorised’ business – Parcels, Railfreight, InterCity, Provincial and Network SouthEast. The opening sequence features the northbound Travelling Post Office with Auden’s original verse, narrated by Sir Tom Courtenay. Auden’s unique poetic style is then developed to underlay the freight, passenger and station film sequences. The footage includes many of the railway’s iconic structures including the Tyne, Forth and Saltash Bridges as well as the latest rolling stock, including the Wessex Electrics, introduced in May 1988. This commercial was very expensive both to make and to ‘air’. Consequently an abridged 90 second version was edited down to allow more extensive exposure. Directed by Hugh Hudson with music by Vangelis.

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Interview Expenses: Should You Be Reimbursed ForThem?

January 3, 2012

Should you get reimbursed for interview travel expenses?

I’ve helped a number of job searchers who had to travel a fair distance to get to an interview.

In most cases the hiring manager I was dealing with would cover reasonable interview expenses.

In some cases it was a fairly easy answer especially when it involved flying a person in. In this case, I have never had an experience where a company required someone to fly in for an interview and didn’t pick up the costs ie. I have never had a job searcher have to pay out of their own pocket to be flown in an interview.

A reasonable company would cover the costs for flying someone in for an interview, I believe, if they were really interested in the person and were interested in gaining a reputation as a reasonable company.

It doesn’t take long for companies to get a reputation for doing things the “wrong way” and this case, being cheap if they force potential employees to pay for their own airfare, hotel, etc!

But what if you need to incur interview travel expenses for out of town interviews that you drive to?

This is probably a case of dealing with this situation on a case by case basis.

Of course I’m not talking about requesting interview travel expenses for driving across town for an interview and expecting that the interviewing company will pay for your gas or parking. I wouldn’t expect that although I have heard of some hiring managers who offer to take care of parking expenses.

I’m talking about a situation where you have to drive a longer distance, perhaps several hours or longer, and one that might require you to stay overnight.

I had one client who was a 4 hour drive away from where I worked and since most of the job candidates I was sending this client lived in my city, most of these people were taking an 8 hour trip (return) to attend the interview.

Some had to go back for a second interview.

This company generally only covered driving expenses for people who had to drive back for a second interview since they tried to interview people over one day to avoid having to ask the interviewee to come back again.

Would I recommend asking a potential hiring company if they would pick up your interview travel expenses if they don’t offer to do so?

Unfortunately this question is not one that necessarily has a black or white answer because it really depends on specifics. The best thing you can do is look at things on a case by case basis and use common sense.

You don’t want to lose out on a job for asking to be reimbursed for $20 in gas, do you?

If the travel costs are significant and you’re working with a recruiter, you might ask them if their client picks up travel expenses and get their help. If you’re dealing directly with the company without a recruiter, it will probably be a judgment call on your behalf.

Mind you if these travel costs are significant and the company doesn’t offer to pay or refuses to pay for them, it might be a not-so-subtle indication of how this company treats people.

We don’t live in a perfect world unfortunately.

Certainly if you need to be flown in for an interview I’d be surprised if the company did not pick up the expenses but if you’re driving in, the company may treat things on a case by case basis or simple expect you to cover them.

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