My husband has always wanted to go to Universal Studios with me so for President’s Day weekend he bought the Universal Studios Package from Palma transfers. The package came with one-night deluxe accommodations at the Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel and Convention Center in Burbank, CA with a choice of one king-sized bed or two double beds, two tickets to Universal Studios, and a breakfast for two at the Daily Grill which is conveniently located at the first floor of the hotel. The package was around $270.

We called Marriott and asked for more information about the package and we were told from the beginning that the hotel was under renovation so if we decided to cancel that would be fine. Of course, we didn’t. They were only doing renovations at the lobby and the pool area so that didn’t make any difference at all. Plus it was too cold to get in the pool anyway. So we headed up to Burbank.

The hotel was conveniently located right next to the Bob Hope Airport in Burbank. There are also fast foods and restaurants around the place close-by. There’s even a Fry’s a couple of blocks away from the hotel. Universal Studios is actually five to six miles away from the hotel. Hollywood is only seven to eight miles away and Beverly Hills is about eight to nine miles away from the hotel. So like I said, the location is perfect.

When we arrived at the hotel we were welcomed by the receptionist and was checked in immediately into our room. They confirmed the reservations and told us that they will have the tickets to Univeral Studios delivered to our room. We headed to our room and it was very nice. Well, I was expecting it to be nice since we were paying almost $300 for the package.

Hotel Amenities(from www.Marriott.com)

• Flat-panel television
• Spacious deck
• High-speed internet (for a fee)
• Dual-line telephone with voicemail and speaker
• Iron and Ironing board
• Spacious bathtub
• Hairdryer
• Air conditioning
• Coffee maker
• Luxury Bedding – Custom comforter and custom pillow of your choice (down/feather or foam)

Like I mentioned above the hotel has a pool and spa on the first floor and a restaurant called the Daily Grill. The hotel also has a coffee shop that brews Starbucks Coffee, for the coffee lovers, and a gift shop right next to it.

Our experience with the hotel is great. Even with the renovations going on, the hotel was still perfect. We didn’t hear any noise whatsoever and the bed was very comfortable. We had breakfast at the Daily Grill the next day which was taken care of. The hospitality was great. The manager even checked up on us while we were waiting for our breakfast.

Yes, it was a bit pricey but it was a nice weekend getaway. The hotel is located at 2500 Hollywood Way Burbank, CA 91505. You can reach them at (818) 843-6000 or you can find out more information about the Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel and Convention Center or other Marriott hotels at www.Marriott.com.

Air conditioning is a monthly expense and even more so if you don’t have a home with an air conditioning system already installed. Many folks enjoy working around air conditioning and cooling the house without it. Basically the idea of cooling your house without air conditioning is accomplished by minimizing heat sources and removing built up heat. Heat can be stifling and drain energy, leaving family members listless and grouchy. Excessive heat can cause heat exhaustion and affect blood pressure. Not only does a cooler house promote family health and happiness, but cooling without air conditioning is a great way to save money.

Here are a few helpful tips to accomplish this:

1) Insulate your attic. This will cut down on the transfer of heat through the walls and roof. This will give you the greatest change in comfort for the least expense. Even if you don’t think the attic affects the rest of the house, it does by collecting heat from inside and out and holding it in the house.

2) Another attic tip is to install a foil radiant barrier in the attic under the roof rafters.

3) Install heat reflecting film on all the windows that face the sun. This will reduce glare, and furniture damage caused by the sun, as well as helping keep out the heat. Mid afternoon sun can heat a house up several degrees that can take hours to dissipate.

4) Pull drapes and shades. Add overheads, latticework, awnings, and shelters to prevent sunlight from streaming through the windows, this reduces the heat gain within the house.

5) Plant trees, large bushes, and vines which will provide shade and cooling evaporation in the future. This will also help direct cooling breezes if you plant correctly.

6) Be sure to keep an eye on the temperature, inside and out, open windows and doors to let in cooler air when the temperature is lower outside, make sure to close them when it gets warmer outside as well as the drapes or blinds.

7) Use portable and ceiling fans to circulate air throughout the home. Moving air feels cooler than still air.

8) Reduce indoor humidity, avoid mid day laundry chores, showering and cooking. All of these cause moist warm air which can make the house feel warmer than it is. If you have to do any of these things make sure to have a fan running in that area, or even a dehumidifier.

9) Keep all heat generating appliances and lights turned off unless you absolutely need them. This includes the stove and oven, high wattage bulbs, and electrical appliance, the television and stereo.

Everyone wants their home to be comfortable, warm enough when it is cold outside and refreshingly cool when it is hot outside. Your climate is important in deciding how to handle the temperature of your home.

Keeping your home cool is definitely important if you live in a place with high humidity or extremely hot summers, if you live in a more moderate climate keeping cool without air conditioning can be accomplished much more easily. If you have tried all the tips above and the house is still too hot, then it is time to start shopping for air conditioning products.

There’s nothing like cool air conditioned air during peak summers to keep your insides cool and calm where the merciless heat outside can drain the very life out of you through dehydration but thankfully there are blaux portable ac reviews online to look forward to and get an AC at the earliest.

We’ve all heard the claims, and many of us have tried the different weight loss products that are available. Turn on your TV at any given time and you are bound to see the commercials. “Lose 5 pounds in 5 days, Lose 10 inches in 10 weeks,” and so on and so forth.

There is one thing that all these weight loss products have in common. They all state that the claimed results can only be accomplished along with diet and exercise. This got me thinking. You can lose weight taking or doing anything if it’s combined with diet and exercise.

I decided to perform an experiment. For six months I would try various “products” of my own invention along with diet and exercise to see if I could achieve my goal of losing weight. The results were nothing short of astonishing. You can in fact lose weight doing or taking almost anything imaginable along with diet and exercise.

Month One Product: Slapping myself in the face

For the first month of my experiment, I slapped myself once in the morning and once at night along with diet and exercise. The first few weeks of slapping myself was a bit difficult, but by week three I was slapping myself with no problem. For my diet, I ate nothing but vegetables and turkey. For my exercise, I walked an hour a a day. Amazingly, after one month of slapping myself in the face along with diet and exercise, I lost three pounds. Not too shabby.

Month Two Product: Licking DVD’s

For month two of my experiment, I picked out two DVD’s from my collection to lick. One would be licked in the morning and one at night. For my morning DVD I chose Fight Club since I thought it would might add a little extra kick to my day. For my night DVD I chose Citizen Kane for no apparent reason. I would make sure that the DVD’s were clean and then I would swipe my tongue across the shiny part of the DVD one time for each session. I chose the Atkins diet and ate nothing but steak and eggs along with walking one hour a day. The DVD licking method along with diet and exercise helped me lose two pounds. Not that great.

Month Three Product: Watching Grey’s Anatomy

For month three, I would watch a recorded rerun of Grey’s Anatomy in the morning and the week’s new episode at night along with diet and exercise. As part of the Grey’s Anatomy plan, I ate nothing but salads and fish and walked one hour a day. I’m not sure if it was the calorie burning quality of watching doctors do it or the excitement of all the hot babes, but I lost an amazing five pounds in one month by watching Grey’s Anatomy along with diet and exercise. On top of that, I also considered taking leptoconnect to support my diet and system. This product is really helpful and effective. Apart from that, it is also healthy as it is made from natural ingredients.

Month Four Product: Carrying a Rock in my Pocket

Month four was a little difficult. Not all of my clothes have pockets so I had to actually buy new clothes for this part of the experiment. Once I was prepared, I placed a rock which was chosen at random and placed it my pocket. I switched pockets in the morning and at night. Along with carrying the rock, I ate a low fat, low sugar diet and again walked one hour a day. Maybe it was the extra weight of the rock causing me to burn more calories, but I lost four pounds by carrying a rock in my pocket along with diet and exercise.

Month Five Product: Pouring Water on my Head

Month five was the most excruciating part of this experiment. Every morning and night I asked my wife to pour exactly 20 ounces of water over my head. For my diet I ate leafy greens and tofu and walked one hour a day. Amazingly, I lost seven pounds by pouring water over my head along with diet and exercise. I must say that by month five I was feeling much better health wise and had much more energy.

Month Six Product: Staring at a Vacuum Cleaner

For the sixth and final month of the experiment, I stared at my vacuum cleaner for ten minutes every morning and night. I would stare really hard to help burn calories. Along with staring at my vacuum, I ate nothing but wheat bread chicken sandwiches and walked one hour a day. Staring at my vacuum cleaner helped me lose three and a half pounds. Who would have thought that such a mundane activity would have such a profound impact on my body.

What I Learned:

At the end of my experiment, it became truly obvious that a human being could lose weight using any of the weight loss and diet products that are on the market today as long as they followed all of the directions. But then again, that same person could save some money and just slap themselves too.

My first sewing machine was from a door to door salesman. Actually, I don’t remember how we connected, but this was what the experience felt like. I didn’t know much about sewing machines, and he was there with one. It was heavy and awkward. I did use it for quite a long time, but not very enthusiastically.

When I was ready to look for a new machine, there was a quilt shop going out of business. The brand I bought is a well-known, reputable company. It had a lot of features I was looking for, and the price, even on sale, reflected that. One feature it did not have, was being able to embroider designs in a frame. Fortunately, I was happy with the machine (no way could I take it back to a shop going out of business.). I didn’t have any problems or need any repairs. For the selection of the right sewing machine, a registration should be done at http://sewingmachinebuffs.com/best-sewing-machine-for-quilting/ site. The purchasing through the person will be effective without any additional repairing cost. The life of the product will be long in comparison to the others. 

After I was retired, and had saved some money, I decided to investigate embroidery machines. I did not want to spend another small fortune. I found what I wanted online by a reputable company for a reasonable cost. Yes, I had to read and understand the manual, but I learned how the machine worked, and wasn’t afraid of it.

There are several things to consider when you’re thinking about buying a machine. Brand, cost, features, repairs by a reputable/brand dealer or repair person, what you want to accomplish with the machine, and where you’ll use it.

Brand:

Talk to sewing friends who have different brands and kinds of sewing machines. Ask about different features, things they like about their machine, and things they don’t. How long have they had the machine, and how often have they had to have it repaired? Just because a TV personality uses a certain brand or kind of a machine, does not mean it’s the ultimate machine to have.

Cost:

Go online to compare brands, features, and cost. Do you have a trade-in? If you go to a store, whether it’s an independent dealer or a chain, ask if they will give you something for your “old” machine. You might consider keeping it anyway as a back-up. Tell the clerk you’re shopping, and not in a rush to buy, even if there’s a ” limited time offer”. This is an investment. Ask if there are classes included with the purchase. Price will determine what features are available on the machine. YOU need to determine what features you’ll use and will benefit you.

Optional equipment:

Unless you’re an avid seamstress/sewer, you don’t need some of the available tools you can get to go with your machine. Try it out with what comes with it. You can purchase options later.

Features:

Think what you want the machine to do for you. An automatic threader is wonderful, as is a thread cutter. They’re not necessary, but great features. How hard/simple is the machine to thread and wind the bobbin? Can you lower the feed-dogs? If you’re interested in embroidery as well as sewing, can the machine do both, and what size is the frame? How heavy is the machine? Do you need special bobbins? Ask to review the manual and see if it’s relatively easy to understand.

Repairs:

Is there someone you trust to work on your machine, and who will explain problems and solutions to you? What and how do they charge?

Use:

Some people use their machines on a daily basis. Others use them maybe once a month. However often you use one, you should be comfortable and confident when you do. Take time to read instructions, the manual, and warranties. You’ll enjoy your machine much more if you do.

With the tech-savvy country of Japan facing the threat of nuclear meltdown amid the recent earthquake and tsunami that hit the country, many are turning to different routes to learn of news of their loved ones. Take college student Akiko Kosaka of Minamisanriku, who frantically searched online for news of her family.

First she received word her youngest sister was likely safe at school. Then, via a link sent to her from a Japanese social network, Kosaka saw a YouTube video featuring her sister holding a sign declaring “we are all safe” from a balcony at the family’s home.

Kosaka, a Japanese student currently studying English at the University of California at Riverside, is relieved at the news, as are the countless others who have gotten word from relatives. At a time of great crisis, with death tolls mounting and threats of a nuclear meltdown never ending, the world has turned to social networking sites such as Twitter, YouTube and Facebook for the latest news. Google has also stepped in, launching a “People Finder” service, allowing people to both search for loved ones as well as upload information. The site, accessible in multiple languages, already had the information of 45,600 people by Saturday morning.

On Twitter, concerned citizens posted information on shelters taking in survivors, train schedules and tsunami alerts. Facebook users posted information on where to donate funds to relief efforts and organizations, while many survivors able to access the Internet have used the site’s messaging system to send word. This isn’t the first time social networking has helped aid those in natural disasters- last year’s events in Haiti and Chile also saw the same kind of actions to provide word and relief.

This is the way we should use social networking sites. Instead of negative activities, why not use these platforms for a good cause. Social media is a powerful tool, it is in our hands on how we will use it. We can getfans and support a particular cause.

Talk about convenient- being able to send messages knowing they’ll get them, and knowing someone will know you’re safe. At a time of great technological advancement that one might first see as purely entertainment, it’s definitely inspirational to see what these outlets can be used for. No longer is Twitter merely a source for status updates and hash tags; Facebook is more than a source for vacation photos and baby pictures. For those in Japan fortunate enough to have Internet access, they can send word of their safety, as well as find out where to go for safety, food and shelter. At a time when people definitely need it most, help is not only available — it is plentiful.

The main idea behind the Sugar Buster’s Diet is that sugar produces insulin in your body. Insulin keeps people from losing excess weight. This is why a lot of sugar in your daily diet will keep you from losing weight. On The Sugar Buster’s Diet, you are taught to eat about thirty percent protein, thirty percent carbohydrates and forty percent fat. This diet is meant to last for fourteen days and should produce successful weight loss. One main difference that sets this diet apart from other diets is that The Sugar Buster’s Diet does not focus on exercise. This diet specifically targets your eating habits and it’s sole purpose is to cut out the sugar, reducing the insulin produced by the body.

The main idea of this diet is to eat a diet that contains a lot of high fiber vegetables, lean meats, seafood, whole grains and fruits. Your meats should be cooked in a healthy style, such as grilled, broiled or baked. You are expected to eat three meals a day, with healthy snacks throughout the day. Your healthy snacks consist of nuts, fruits or vegetables. You should eat your fruit snacks by themselves, they will digest better if eaten alone. Try to eat your fruit at least one hour before you are due to eat your next meal.

Certain foods are not to be eaten while you are on The Sugar Buster’s Diet; these are considered to be forbidden foods. The list for forbidden foods is:

White breads, Pasta that is not wheat pasta, white flour, white rice, corn, potatoes, jams, pineapple, raisins, ripe bananas, parsnips, beets, salad dressings with added sugar, honey, syrup, fruit drinks with added sugar, soft drinks, meats that are sugar cured and beer.

There is also a list for carbohydrates that are good carbohydrates while you are doing The Sugar Buster’s Diet. The list for good carbohydrates is:

Whole grains, whole grain flour, beans, vegetables which are not low carb, fruits which are not low carb and sweet potatoes.

The list for other recommended food while you are on The Sugar Buster’s Diet are:

Lean meats (no skin and trim fat off), seafood, nuts, eggs, low fat milk, low fat dairy products, olive oil, canola oil, flax seed, mayonnaise, and artificial sweeteners.

There is a list of foods that you can eat, that must only be eaten in moderation. To further support your diet and system towards your goal to achieve your desired weight, you should also take weight loss supplements like leptoconnect. This brand is trusted by a lot of consumers and it is very effective. The list for these foods is:

artificially sweetened soda, dark chocolate, caffeinated drinks, jams without added sugars, butter, regular cheese, cream and sugar free ice cream.

If you are looking for answers to any questions about The Sugar Buster’s Diet, or you are currently on it and would just like to find some support; There are web sites on the Internet which can be of help to you, some of them are:www.dietsinreview.com/diets/Sugar_Busters!/ This web site contains a lot of information about the diet itself, and also has a lot of resources geared toward The Sugar Buster’s Diet. And also check out: www.3fatchicks.com/forum/ This forum has message boards regarding weight loss, many of the members are on The Sugar Buster’s Diet.

Central air conditioning is the name of the game way down deep in Dixie where Christmas Day means shorts and a T-shirt with picture of the Grinch on it. Other locales still use the old-fashioned window air conditioner, however, and even some smaller homes in the South utilized a window air conditioner. What, have you ever tried sipping a Mint Julep and discussing the Kentucky Derby favorites without air conditioning? If so, you’ve ever never spent a summer or even a spring in the South.

Troubleshooting a window air conditioner begins by checking the power to the unit. Make sure that your window air conditioner is plugged in. If the AC’s plug is making sweet, slow love to the outlet, head to the main service panel and check for a blown fuse or a tripped circuit breaker. Window air conditioners are notorious for blowing fuses and tripping circuit breakers so be prepared with a brand new fuse or the ability to flip the circuit breaker back into position.

Window air conditioners are so notorious for blowing fuses or tripping circuit breakers that you have a whole list of things to check when your window air conditioner continually blows fuses or trips the breakers. Among the things to check out to see if it’s faulty are the capacitor, compressor and fan motor. If those three things check out okay, but your window air conditioning unit is still blowing fuses like a dowdy old lady in a Marx Brothers film, then it’s probably a case of dirty coils or bent fins. Clean the coils and use a fin comb to work the fins of the AC back into position.

If your window AC is throwing out air, but it’s not very cool, check to make sure that the thermostat has not been set high by some joker who doesn’t appreciate the alchemical beauty of the invention. The thermostat may also be faulty as could the capacitor, overload protector or selector switch. You may want to go ahead and splurge for a fancy digital multitester as this piece of electrical equipment may pay for itself just from the use you get testing out your window air conditioning unit when it starts acting up.

If the air conditioner engages in short cycling, check to make sure your thermostat hasn’t gone south for the summer. If the thermostat checks out okay, look to the capacitor as your problem. Discharging the capacitor is your best bet, but if that doesn’t solve your problem, chances are there is an air flow obstruction in the condenser. Clean the coils, straighten the fins and use a mini-vac to make sure the obstruction is removed.

When it comes to the best brands, one can always try out blaux portable ac as it has taken the entire nation by storm ever since it was launched and can give even newer models a run for their money and that’s saying something given the competition that we see where renowned brands fight to attain the top spot.

To many people’s surprise you can earn money while doing everyday activities you would normally do with your computer! We all spend time here and there surfing the web, so why not get paid to do it? There are many companies and websites that offer you the chance to earn money using their search bar or toolbar to surf the web. Many of these companies also offer points that can be exchanged in for prizes. This is an exceedingly simple way to earn money on the side and see the savings grow!

You don’t have to waste money on futile coaching classes but it can be done easily through affordable online courses thanks to many of them doing the rounds in current times like Evergreen Wealth Formula where you get to learn the intricate details about internet surfing and other important functions.

I began to realize how beneficial it could be to earn a little here and there for every time I surfed so a couple years ago I did in fact sign up with one of the sites below and have been earning ever since. It is an incredible way to earn not only because it requires no extra work, but also because the points, savings, earnings will all build up. As time passes you’ll see all your earnings and before you know it’ll you can cash those savings out. This goes without saying that not all these sites run the same way but you can look around for one that you feel will most benefit you. These below are just a few examples; in fact there are a good many other sites that offer rewards to people who use their browser to search. Now, you might be asking yourself how they can afford to supply so many people with rewards and earning and the answer is pretty simple. Many of these sites will have you install their web browser onto your computer which at times will run ads. Basically every time you use their browser you could possible earn rewards, but these sites will run ads in return to earn money. I’ve never personally had any trouble with my surfing rewards program and have always enjoyed the benefits of walking away with a little extra money in my pocket.

Remember to always take your time to choose one carefully because their perks are always different. If you choose you could run with multiple search engines up but use one at a time which is fine, but your best is to choose one company/site in particular and stick with it until you maximize your results. Don’t be discouraged if at first after signing up you feel like it will take you forever to see any real earnings, all good things take time. Be patient and just don’t even try and think about it and all of the sudden you will notice that you have earning enough points, rewards, money, whatever it is to be redeemed. Surfing the web is a great way to easily and efficiently earn money with very little work.

Here are some of the main reasons why you should have your boiler serviced:

Save money on repairs

One of the main reasons why you should have your boiler serviced annually is for you to save money on boiler repairs. Through oiler service, you will be able to know whether or not your boiler is still working properly. As such, when there are small issues that might become worse in the future, you the service provider can easily identify them and fix right away. This will help you save money on unexpected breakdowns and any future maintenance.

Reduce energy bills

Another reason why it is crucial to have your boiler serviced is to reduce your energy bills. Through boiler service, the technician would be able to know if your device is still working correctly and properly and not wasting energy unnecessarily. Commonly, when a device isn’t functioning well, there is a tendency that it might me overusing energy than its normal usage. Hence, having a boiler that is efficiently working will reduce your home’s carbon footprint and energy bills. According to study, you could save up to 35O euros every year with the help of a professional boiler service provider in maintaining the quality and safety of your device.

Keep Warranty Valid

Most of the stores where you can buy boilers require yearly maintenance for the device so it can still be valid. Thus, it is crucial to have your boiler serviced yearly. Warranties are definitely a big help when something unfortunate to your device happens. Always keep in mind that boilers are quite costly. So, if you want to use your warranty for the device that you availed, make sure to abide to the requirement and have your boiler serviced. It is also important to check with your insurance provider about your boiler device insurance coverage.

Safety

As you may know, boilers could be dangerous especially if a gas leak occurs. Carbon monoxide which is also known as the silent killer is described as a scentless gas that can cause hangover symptoms such as dizziness, nausea and can lead to loss of consciousness. Relatively, when there are some issues in your boiler, it could lead to leak carbon monoxide. So, for your safety, it is very essential to have a carbon monoxide alarm installed so you can prevent any gas leak. Your boiler service provider will ensure that there are no issues that might cause such danger. It is also important to use the best boiler repair & installation services.

Additional services

Overall, a boiler service will ensure that your boiler is working effectively and efficiently. The service includes tests and checks on your device to make sure that it will not cause you any harm or danger. Some of the services they perform include inspection of the inside of the boiler, boiler control checks, gas and pressure flow tests, flue and combustion checks, checks on all electrical connections and inspection of water and gas pipework. 

The world has made great technological advances in the past few years in healthcare and medical field although the corona virus pandemic has thrown a spanner in the works and taken over the entire world with thousands of lives being lost until now.

To make matters worse, the death toll is rising at an alarming rate with each passing day with citizens not being able to follow the strict rules of lockdown made by the government by constantly coming out of their houses and making merry with shoulder to shoulder contact flouting the norms of social distancing.

While this is a serious matter that needs to be sorted out, let us shift our focus to another important issue because it pertains to good health where you can live a life free from everyday ailments that don’t leave your side until death.

Brief Description

How many of you have heard about CBD oil? Well, pretty few actually as it is not something that you found in your local medical store because to find such a store is difficult as there are a handful of them.

CBD is the short form of Cannabinoid Oil, a miraculous content that has proven to be a game changing breakthrough that has changed many lives, especially old age folks by providing them a reason to live when they were worn and torn by life’s challenges by that time and their body was no longer healthy enough to handle too much pressure.

In order to burst the myth surrounding what many people term the CBD Fable, we need to see their origins and it is quite simple as they are taken from extracts of cannabis and hemp plants from areas with pleasant climatic conditions.

It means that these plants are grown in hill stations where the weather is cool and pleasant or in other words, free from pollutants so there is no scope of them getting harmed by harmful substances.

No pollutants mean that they are safe for use and contain medicinal properties with natural herbs of high potent that are pure and organic, which means that they are 100% result oriented with no room for side effects.

It has very low quantity of TetraHydroCannabinol (THC) which is simply another part of CBD but quite different in terms of uses as it is lethal if used in excess and so it can be gauged from this fact that it has better health benefits.

Full Spectrum

Let us now look at some of the best CBD oils to have come out in 2020:

• 4 Corners Cannabis-

The first one on the list as it came out first in early January and is known for taking care of joint and muscle pain with little pain

• Beam-

It is useful for not only physical but mental issues as well like anxiety, depression and stress alongwith a nice mint flavor that would remind you of mint candy

• Pure-

As the name suggests, it is pure with organic herbs added to the mixture with very little dash of hemp