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- Custom Golf Clubs - The Way to Go
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] If you really want to get the most out of your golf game and enjoy the sport as much as possible, custom golf clubs are your best option. The downside of having custom fitted and custom made clubs is obviously the cost. However, I have spoken to certified custom club makers who say that they can get a golfer into a high quality set for about the cost of an off-the-shelf set from the top club sellers like Calloway or Titleist, for example.
- Bike Tour on the Horizon? How to Get in Shape
[Travel-and-Leisure:Outdoors] People who consider going on bike tours often ask: "What kind of physical condition do I need to be in, and how can I accomplish this?" This article is primarily aimed at very busy people who don't have a regular exercise regimen due to work, family obligations, business travel, etc.
- Article 1 - How to Cut 10 Strokes Off Your Game Using Medicus - The Medicus Putter Trainer
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] This is the first article in the five-part series: How to Cut 10 Strokes Off Your Game Using Medicus. Remember, this assumes that a player who normally shoots 100 is aiming for a score of 90. We'll start to climb this steep hill by cutting 5-6 strokes off the club that is used most in any round- the putter. And to do this we'll use the Medicus Putter Trainer, which works along with your regular putter.
- Article Series - How to Cut 10 Strokes Off Your Game Using Medicus
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] This is a series of articles the goal of which is to help golfers improve their game by a significant number of strokes using various Medicus products and following the advice given in the articles. But first we need to set some baselines. It may not be out of the question for a golfer who normally shoots 100 to improve his/her game by 10 strokes and start averaging 90.
- How Does the Medicus Trainer Facilitate the Stack and Tilt Golf Swing?
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] This article will explain how the Medicus trainer golf club facilitates the famous Stack and Tilt golf swing that has been very popular in recent years. In fact about a couple of dozen PGA Tour pros have adopted this swing technique. But first of all we need to discuss what the Stack and Tilt golf swing is and subsequently what are its advantages and disadvantages.
- Stack and Tilt Golf Swing - What Does That Mean?
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] There has been a lot of talk over the past few years about the so-called stack and tilt golf swing. Apparently about two dozen PGA Tour players have adopted it, including some champions like Rick Weir and Zach Johnson, as well as Aussie Aaron Baddeley, among others. This article will explain where the terms stack and tilt come from and what is going on with this approach to the golf swing.
- The Medicus Driver - Does That Ridiculous Looking Thing Really Work?
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Like most golfers, I had seen videos of the Medicus driver being demonstrated, mostly by PGA Tour pro Mark O'Meara. And like most golfers I wondered, "does that ridiculous looking thing really work"? One day I got motivated and went to the nearest golf megastore which has a driving range and a Medicus driver demo club.
- GPS Navigation Portable Features - Which Do You Need?
[Communications:GPS] GPS portable navigation systems have become extremely popular in recent years. As with any electronic device, when making a purchasing decision about which brand or model to buy, one needs to understand the feature sets being offered and decide which features he or she needs and which they want to pay for.
- Silk - The Basics
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews:Fashion-Style] Silk in History For thousands of years silk has been a highly esteemed fabric. It was invented some 5,000 years ago in China, and for about the first 2,000 of those years the secret of producing silk was guarded and remained in China. Finally silkworm eggs and the knowledge of how to produce this textile were smuggled out of China and spread to many places around the globe.
- Golf Drivers - Distance, Distance, and More Distance
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] The driver is considered the second most important club in the golf bag after the putter. This is because it can normally be used 14 times per round on a typical par 72 golf course, and more importantly because the tee shot sets up each hole.
- Solar Panels - Are They Right For You?
[Home-Improvement:Energy-Efficiency] When you consider the costs of a full blown PV solar system which will cut your electric bill down to zero or close to it, you get one other benefit. The value of your property increases with such a system, and your property taxes will not increase because of this added value. In addition to the satisfaction of cutting down your carbon footprint significantly, your system will eventually pay for itself, and your property will be worth more as well.
- The Poker Party Baby Shower For Couples
[Home-and-Family:Parties] These days it is not just women who attend baby showers. Couples can also celebrate the big event. One way to get everyone involved and interested is to throw a poker party.
- Planning Considerations For Hosting a Baby Shower
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] If you will be hosting a baby shower you will need six to eight weeks to prepare. The best idea is to get everything possible done at least a week in advance and save the last week for "surprises" that come up. You will need to decide what the makeup of guests will be (coworkers, family, friends, couples, combination of the above?), and what the date and time of the event will be. You will also need to set a budget, decide whether the affair will be formal or informal, choose menu items, and choose a location.
- Fragrance Supplies Needed for Candle Making
[Home-and-Family:Crafts-Hobbies] Candle making is a very popular hobby. Getting started is quite easy, and you can readily obtain the needed materials and start creating some candles in very short order.
- Cleveland Hybrid Golf Clubs
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] This article will discuss the two hybrid golf club product lines offered by Cleveland Golf. These are called the Hibore and the Halo hybrid golf club lines.
- Candle Making Essential Oils - It Only Takes a Few Drops
[Home-and-Family:Crafts-Hobbies] After you get used to making some candles you'll quickly want to start adding color as well as fragrance. For the latter you will need to procure some essential oils to add your desired scents.
- Candle Making Tips- Safety First
[Home-and-Family:Crafts-Hobbies] Candle making can be a pleasurable or even profitable hobby, but one must be always cognizant of the fact that hot melted wax can cause many serious problems if proper precautions are not taken. Candle making safety tips include having a fire extinguisher and a box of baking soda on hand whenever you are melting wax. Use these to put out any wax fires that might start.
- Nickent Hybrid Golf Clubs - The 4DX in 2008
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] For 2008 Nickent is building upon its successful 3DX line and has added some design features and enhancements that will be discussed below. If you are a person with unlimited funds to build your set of clubs, you can of course choose any brand you choose for your hybrids. If, however, you are like most of us and would like to put together the best possible set for your game at the most reasonable prices, I would recommend the products of a company like Nickent.
- New Advanced Sinus Irrigation System Hits the Market - the SinuPulse Elite
[Health-and-Fitness:Allergies] A new sinus irrigation machine has recently been introduced called the SinuPulse Elite, and I've been using one for several weeks. This article will discuss the machine and the results I've had.
- Can 90% of American Doctors Be Wrong? Antibiotics and Sinus Infections
[Health-and-Fitness:Medicine] Dr Williamson's study reported the rather startling result that patients with sinus infections who were treated with a course of amoxicillin, the most commonly prescribed antibiotic for treating sinus infections, were no more likely to be cured than those who took nothing at all. Yes, according to the study recently reported on by lead researcher Dr. Ian G. Williamson, MD, from the University of Southampton, England.
- Good Putter Alignment - Hint - You're Probably Not Aiming at the Target
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Putter alignment is a major problem for most golfers, and improper alignment causes multiple flaws in one's putting stroke. A line on the golf ball can help enormously to improve a golfer's aim and help him to make more putts on a consistent basis.
- Cobra Golf SL Putters
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews] Cobra Golf is predominantly known for its drivers and wood clubs, but they have an innovative line of putters as well. The line is not extensive and does not include classic putter styles, but the basics of high MOI (moment of inertia), and a CG (center of gravity) that is low and well back of the putter face are clearly major design goals.
- Putting Principles of Dave Pelz
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] In his book "Putt Like the Pros", the well known and highly respected short game guru and teacher, Dave Pelz, makes some interesting points that every golfer should be aware of. This article will discuss a number of these observations which will hopefully put the science of putting into better perspective.
- Cleveland Golf Putters
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Cleveland Golf is more famous for its lines of wedges and wood clubs, but they have an interesting line of putters as well which offer a nice variety of choices even though they only have about a dozen models in their latest offerings.
- Taylor Made Golf Putters
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Although Taylor Made is mainly famous for its drivers, fairway woods, and hybrids, the company does have an interesting line of putters. There are 10 putters offered, and one of the unique features on them is the Rossa insert which uses a technology called AGSI which stands for Anti-Skid Groove System Insert.
- Ping Putters - i Series, Karsten and Redwood Series, and the JAS Craz-E One
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Ping has an almost astounding number of choices of putters for golfers. I counted 176 different varieties of putters that are available in different types of metals, inserts and other technologies.
- Cameron Mallet Putters, the RED X and Futura Phantom, and Two Limited Edition Cameron Models
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] This article will discuss several putter product lines offered by Scotty Cameron and Titleist. These will include the two lines of mallet putters, the RED X series and the Futura Phantom, as well as two limited edition putters.
- The Detour Line of Putters by Scotty Cameron
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews] This article will describe the Detour line of putters by Scotty Cameron. The Scotty Cameron line of putters from Titleist is a very extensive line.
- Odyssey Golf Putters - Black Series
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] The Odyssey company offers extensive lines of putters, and this article will describe one of their product lines, the Odyssey Black Series of putters.
- Odyssey White Hot XG Golf Putters
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews] The Odyssey White Hot XG golf putters product line is only one of several lines offered by the Odyssey company, but it is extensive in itself with 18 different models to choose from. These break down into two groups, the Core Models which account for 11 different putter types, and the Progressive Models, which consist of 7 types of putters with more modern shapes and design features. This article will discuss these product lines.
- Odyssey White Steel and Dual Force Putters
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews] This article will discuss two product lines of putters from Odyssey, the White Steel and Dual Force putter lines. The White Steel product line consists of 8 different putters broken down into two general classifications, the core models, which are based on traditional blade and mallet putter designs, and the Progressive models, which use more modern techniques for weight distribution and alignment aids.
- Taylor Made Hybrid Golf Clubs
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] The Taylor Made Hybrid Golf Clubs line is extensive. The company offers five different club solutions in their Rescue line of hybrids. The different models target different levels of golfers and their tendencies. This article will discuss the 5 models of Taylor Made Hybrid Golf Clubs. For those not aware, hybrids are designed to replace hard to hit long irons. A 3 hybrid, for example, should replace your 3 iron.
- Nike Hybrid Golf Clubs
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews] Nike Hybrid Golf Clubs are available in two versions of two different models, for a total of 4 product lines. These include the Slingshot Hybrid and Slingshot Tour Hybrid, the CPR3 Wood and CPR3 Iron-Wood. This article will review the attributes of each of these hybrid golf clubs.
- Ping Hybrid Golf Clubs
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] There are two product lines in the Ping hybrid golf clubs lineup. These are called the Rapture hybrids and the G5 hybrids.
- Clone Golf Clubs - Are They Worth It? Part 2
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Why would anyone want to use clone golf clubs instead of the real brand the clones are mimicking? Obviously the answer is to save money, and that is understandable. Drivers can easily cost $400-500, and some hybrids cost over $200 each. These days a good set of clubs can be a significant investment, so there is certainly a temptation to save money if at all possible.
- Clone Golf Clubs - Are They Worth It? - Part 1
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Why would anyone want to use clone golf clubs instead of the real brand the clones are mimicking? Obviously the answer is to save money, and that is understandable. Drivers can easily cost $400-500, and some hybrids cost over $200 each. These days a good set of clubs can be a significant investment, so there is certainly a temptation to save money if at all possible.
- Hybrid Golf Clubs - Should You Use Them?
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Hybrid golf clubs have appeared in the past few years, and their popularity will no doubt continue to increase. Almost one-third of U.S. golfers now choose to carry a hybrid golf club in their bags compared to about 7% in 2004. The trend is clear.
- Nancy Lopez Golf Clubs - Great Choices For Women Golfers
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Until recently it was "one size fits all" for women golfers. Since most major golf club companies had less than 10% of their sales in ladies golf clubs, they offered women few if any choices in club length, shaft flex, swing weight, etc. LPGA Hall of Famer Nancy Lopez has come to the rescue with an excellent product line for women golfers.
- Buying Discount Golf Clubs
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Discount golf clubs are certainly a temptation for many golfers since the price of a complete new name brand set can be in the $1,500 or higher range these days. This article will discuss various ways of procuring discount golf clubs, and the pros and cons of doing so.
- Junior Golf Clubs- What to Do?
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Earl Woods always made sure that Tiger had clubs that fit him when he was growing up. With clubs that are too long or too heavy and with grips too large, the junior golfer is going to have to make swing adjustments that will probably cause bad habits which will be difficult to correct later on
- The Basics of Buying Ladies Golf Clubs - Part 2
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Ladies are at a disadvantage when it comes to putting together a set of golf clubs that fits them well and from which they can get the most out of their games. The reason is that there are few choices in normal off-the-shelf ladies golf clubs.
- The Basics of Buying Ladies Golf Clubs - Part 1
[Recreation-and-Sports:Golf] Ladies are at a disadvantage when it comes to putting together a set of golf clubs that fits them well and from which they can get the most out of their games. The reason is that there are few choices in normal off-the-shelf ladies golf clubs.
- Sinusitis and Biofilms - An Introduction - Part 2
[Health-and-Fitness] This article will be an introduction to the subject of biofilms and will briefly describe what biofilms are, their properties, how they might pertain to sinusitis, as well as the general state of research on the subject at present.
- Sinusitis and Biofilms - An Introduction - Part 1
[Health-and-Fitness] This article discusses substances called biofilms. It is hypothesized that biofilms are one of the reason that some people do not respond favorably to normal therapies and medications for sinusitis. This article will be an introduction to the subject and will briefly describe what biofilms are, their properties, how they might pertain to sinusitis, as well as the general state of research on the subject at present.
- The Upcoming Presidential Election in France
[News-and-Society:Politics] This article describes the top four candidates in the upcoming Presidential election in France and their general political stances, as well as their standings in the latest public opinion polls.
- Sinus Infection Treatment- Without Antibiotics?
[Health-and-Fitness] A gentleman named Jason H. recounted to me recently how he managed to treat a sinus infection without the use of antibiotics. Jason has a long history of 15 years of chronic sinus problems, and he has undergone 4 sinus surgeries.
- Properties and Characteristics of Silk
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews:Fashion-Style] This article describes the properties and characteristics of silk which have made it a highly desired product for over 5,000 years.
Cultivated silk from the Bombyx mori silkworm, which is and has always been the most common type of silk used, has a number of interesting and desirable properties that have been admired for over 5,000 years.
- Silkworms- Part 2
[Reference-and-Education:Science] Part 2 of this article continues the discussion of how silk thread is extracted from cocoons and how the silk production process continues from there, as well as the impact of synthetic fabrics.
- Silkworms- Part 1
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews] Two things are needed to produce silk, silkworms and a supply of food for them, which is exclusively mulberry leaves. They seem to prefer the white mulberry, but the black mulberry variety has been used as well. According to Dr. John Feltwell in his book "The Story of Silk," there are about 1,200 species of caterpillars that produce silk cocoons. The one species that accounts for the vast majority of silk production in the world is Bombyx mori.
- Silk Production - A Bit of History
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews:Fashion-Style] This article gives come background into silk production and its history, a story that reaches back more than 5,000 years.
- Pulsatile Irrigation - ENS - and Other Sinus Issues - A Discussion; Part 2
[Health-and-Fitness] Part two of discussion concerning ENS, or Empty Nose Syndrome, certain surgical procedures for sinuses, and other sinus issues.
- Pulsatile Irrigation, ENS, and Other Sinus Issues- A Discussion- Part 1
[Health-and-Fitness] The author and another sinus sufferer who suffers from ENS, or Empty Nose Syndrome, discuss pulsatile nasal irrigation and other sinus issues including different surgery techniques.
- Book Review of "Sinus Relief Now" by Dr. Jordan Josephson-Part 2
[Health-and-Fitness:Allergies] In general the book is almost a reference work for any type of respiratory or digestive condition. All sinus sufferers would do well to read "Sinus Relief Now" and then to refer to it any time problems come up. It is the best sinus book I’ve ever read.
- Book Review of "Sinus Relief Now" by Dr. Jordan Josephson- Part 1
[Book-Reviews:Health-Mind-Body] I personally believe this book should be part of the home library of anyone who suffers from what Dr. Josephson calls CAID, or Chronic Airway-Digestive Inflammatory Disease.
- Sinus Laser Surgery "Changed My Life" Said One Patient
[Health-and-Fitness] A gentleman named Jason contacted me and said he recently had sinus laser surgery from Dr. Harvey Paley, whose practice is in Beverly Hills, CA. He said flatly that this operation "changed my life". This gentleman has had 3 other conventional surgeries in the past 15 years during which time he had lost his sense of smell and sense of taste.
- Deviated Septum- Think Twice About an Operation
[Health-and-Fitness] It is said that 80% of the population has a deviated septum to some degree. There are about 300,000 sinus operations performed each year in the U.S., and a good number of these are to fix a deviated septum. I'm sure that some of these have cured sinusitis in a number of people, but personally I've never met anyone who has said the operation "worked" for them.
- Pulsating Nasal Irrigation - A Comparison Of Two Products
[Health-and-Fitness] This article will discuss the pros and cons of these two pulsating nasal irrigation systems, using a Water Pik machine and the Hydro Pulse Nasal Irrigation System.
- Sinus Pressure Relief and Air Travel - 4 Steps to Take
[Travel-and-Leisure:Airline-Travel] Many people have a tendency to come down with sinus infections during or after air travel. The four steps discussed in this article can help provide sinus pressure relief for those who travel by air on a regular basis.
- ENS Means Significant Nasal Problems
[Health-and-Fitness] If you’ve ever had a sinus operation or are thinking about having one, you need to be aware of one of the most tragic of nasal problems, ENS. ENS stands for Empty Nose Syndrome. This condition causes nasal problems in some people that can be devastating. The condition is tragic because it is doctor induced.
- Sinus Allergies - The Basics
[Health-and-Fitness:Allergies] Since 70-80% of people who suffer from sinusitis have allergies, it is important that sinus sufferers get treatment for their sinus allergies. If not, the constant inflammations and soreness can lead to permanent problems, in particular cilia damage, which will only make one’s sinusitis worse in the long run.
- Nasal Polyps- A Primer
[Health-and-Fitness] Nasal polyps are a well known cause of sinus pressure and pain and occur in the nasal and sinus passages of many people. Chronic sinus sufferers may have anatomical obstructions in their nasal and sinus cavities, and nasal polyps are one of the most common of these. This article will briefly discuss the causes and effects of having nasal polyps.
- Candida - An Introduction
[Health-and-Fitness] Many people suffer from an excess of candida in their bodies, and sinus problems are among the effects. The yeast (a form of fungus), is called candida and the disease is referred to as candidiasis. If you feel listless, achy, or even light-headed or “spacy”, in addition to having sinus and other health problems, you many have an excess of candida.
- Sinusitis Cures - A New Treatment Therapy is Available
[Health-and-Fitness:Diseases] Research has been done by the Mayo Clinic in the hope of finding new sinusitis cures. I've been in touch with one of the physicians on the Mayo Clinic research team who advised me that there is a new therapy which may actually treat the root cause of chronic sinusitis in many people. In this article I'll summarize in layman’s terms the results of the research.
- Sinusitis Treatment - Help is on the Way
[Health-and-Fitness] Mayo Clinic researchers have made great strides in recent years regarding sinusitis treatment and have come up with a new therapy for chronic sufferers called topical antifungal therapy. This particular sinusitis treatment is still new and is not widely practiced. This author, a sinusitis sufferer of long standing with two painful operations under his belt, has been in contact with one of the Mayo Clinic research physicians.
- Recurring Sinus Infection - An Explanation?
[Health-and-Fitness] This article discusses a Mayo Clinic/Univ. of Buffalo study which may identify a root cause for sinusitis and suggest treatments that treat root cause for the first time. It also discusses how one person with recurring sinusitis has used the results of this research to improve his sinus condition.
- Nasal Congestion- The Role of Humidity Control
[Health-and-Fitness] This article describes the role of humidity control in treating sinus problems and suggests methods to monitor humidity levels in one's living enviornment.
- Sinus Irrigation and a Suggested System
[Health-and-Fitness] Sinus irrigation is the main component in my personal arsenal to battle sinusitis and sinus infections. While struggling with numerous sinus infections a number of years ago, I ran across a book by Dr. Murray Grossan entitled “The Sinus Cure- 7 Simple Steps”. This book explained the pulsating nasal irrigation system that I now use every day and have for a number of years.
- Infection of the Sinus - A Symptom: Toothache
[Health-and-Fitness] Can an infection of the sinus be signaled by a toothache? The short answer to this question is yes. I personally had an experience with this phenomenon several years ago and was completely fooled by what was happening. Hopefully others might find clarification if they have a similar experience.
- Sinus Infection Book Review: "The Sinus Cure - 7 Simple Steps" (Part 2)
[Book-Reviews:Health-Mind-Body] This is Part 2 of the book review of "The Sinus Cure - 7 Simple Steps" by Dr. Murray Grossan, M.D.
- Sinus Infection Book Review- "The Sinus Cure- 7 Simple Steps" (Part 1)
[Health-and-Fitness] The book "The Sinus Cure- 7 Simple Steps to Relieve Sinusitis and other Ear, Nose and Throat Conditions", Dr. Murray Grossan, M.D. has helped me overcome my sinusitis problems. This is part 1 of a book review of that work. Anyone suffering from sinus problems should consider reading this book.
- Sinus Irrigation Using a Neti Pot vs. Pulsating Sinus Irrigation
[Health-and-Fitness] This article discusses my personal experiences with sinus irrigation using a neti pot prior to finding out about and adopting the pulsating sinus irrigation system.
- Post Nasal Drip- What Works for Me
[Health-and-Fitness] "Postnasal drip is an unscientific term that refers to the sensation of thick phlegm in the throat which can become infected". So says Dr. Murray Grossan in his book "The Sinus Cure, 7 Simple Steps". He goes on to explain that this is caused when our cilia-mucous system is not functioning properly and how pulsating nasal irrigation can help correct this situation.
- New Sinus Surgery Operation- Sinuplasty
[Health-and-Fitness] A new sinus surgery procedure has emerged in recent months. It is called sinuplasty, and it is similar in concept to angioplasty. That is, a small balloon is inserted into the sinus passages of the patient, the balloon is inflated, then deflated, and then removed.
- How To Drive in France and Not Get Lost
[Travel-and-Leisure] Getting lost while driving in a foreign country is probably to be expected. If you follow the tips mentioned, however, you will avoid unnecessary aggravation and lost time and money.
- Loire Valley - 5 Great Venues East of Tours
[Travel-and-Leisure] The Loire Valley of France is famous for its many romantic chateaux and its wines. Here are five excellent venues to be found east of the city of Tours. They are in relatively close proximity and can be visited in a quick two days or a leisurely three by car. One can visit these sites in the order listed going in a generally easterly direction. These are all top-notch attractions, and a visit to the Loire Valley is not complete without seeing them all. Each of these chateaux have regularly scheduled guided tours.
- Sinusitis - How I Beat It- You Can Too
[Health-and-Fitness] After two painful sinus operations, I was still coming down with infections. I had to find some real remedy to my sinusitis problem, as I was tired of taking antibiotics and especially tired of the dull, deep headaches every time I had an attack.
- Tour de France Viewing in Person- What to Expect (Part 2)
[Recreation-and-Sports:Cycling] Experiencing the Tour de France in person can be the fulfillment of a lifetime dream for many cyclists. Seeing the colorful peleton swoosh by, riding the famous mountains like the Alp d’Huez or Col du Galibier in the Alps, for example, are dreams for many cyclists, both avid riders and weekenders. Watching the Tour on OLN is not like being there, however, and those who have the right expectations will get the most for their time and their money.
- Tour de France Viewing in Person - What to Expect (Part 1)
[Recreation-and-Sports:Cycling] Experiencing the Tour de France in person can be the fulfillment of a lifetime dream for many cyclists. Seeing the colorful peleton swoosh by, riding the famous mountains like the Alp d’Huez or Col du Galibier in the Alps, for example, are dreams for many cyclists, both avid riders and weekenders. Watching the Tour on OLN is not like being there, however, and those who have the right expectations will get the most for their time and their money.
- Lascaux and the Vezere Valley- 4 Excellent Venues
[Travel-and-Leisure] The Vezere river is a tributary of the Dordogne, and the two meet near Les Eyzies-de-Tayac before the Dordogne continues on toward Bordeaux and the Atlantic ocean. Near the village of Montignac, about 30 kilometers upstream on the Vezere, are some excellent and unique venues, including the famous Lascaux cave. Here are four that can be visited in one day.
- The Dordogne Region of France- 5 Must-See Venues
[Travel-and-Leisure] The Dordogne Valley, or the Perigord as it is also called by the locals, is home to many of the “Most Beautiful Villages of France”. This area is not as well known as others in the country, but it is certainly one of the most beautiful. These 5 venues are among the top sites in the region, and a visit to the Dordogne is not complete without seeing them all.
- Rocamadour, Gouffre De Padirac, Pech Merle- 3 Top-Notch Venues in the Lot Department of France
[Travel-and-Leisure] Rocamadour, the Gouffre de Padirac, and Pech Merle are three excellent places to visit in the Lot department of France. If you are in the region you can visit them all in two days. Spend one day split between Rocamadour and the Gouffre de Padirac, and the second day at Pech Merle and nearby St. Cirq Lapopie. These are really top-notch venues.
- The Essential Normandy - 8 Must-See Venues
[Travel-and-Leisure] To fully understand Normandy, one has to visit more than WWII sites and museums. To experience this region and understand its history and culture, one should visit these eight venues.
- Buy Fine Wine at Great Prices - A Strategy
[Food-and-Drink:Wine-Spirits] The point of this article is simple: One can drink good, sometimes even excellent wines, at very reasonable prices.
- France Travel Coming Up? Two Ways to Brush Up Those French Language Skills
[Reference-and-Education:Languages] Many people with France travel on their agenda would like to brush up on their French language skills before their trip. Make no mistake, learning a foreign language is very difficult. However, if you studied the French language in high school or college you might be able to put some of that long-ago effort to good use. Being able to communicate, even with only a few words at your disposal, can make a trip much more fun, and it will perhaps help you figure out where you made that wrong turn before becoming lost! Here are two ways to brush up your French language skills:
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