Archive for September, 2010
101 Places Not To See Before You Die – book review
101 Places Not to See Before You Die – book review
By Catherine Price
272 pages, Harper Paperbacks, 2010
OK. Lets make it clear from the beginning that this is NOT a travel book in the conventional sense.
What it is is a collection of amusing anecdotes from all over the world about the strange, the unpleasant, and the grotesque. But in addition, Catherine Price looks at some overhyped, clichéd and just plain dumb attractions. Other entries are quirky and light-hearted jibes at odd practices, rituals and habits amongst inhabitants. Read the rest of this entry »
Parabens; why should you be worried?
You’ve probably heard a lot about parabens, the preservatives found in so many toiletries, cosmetics, household products and even in food.
More people are taking note of the potential harm that can result from using products containing parabens to protect themselves and their family.
But human health is not the only reason for being cautious with these ubiquitous chemicals. If you are worried about the environment – and especially about the pollution of our rivers, lakes and oceans, parabens are bad news. Read the rest of this entry »
Having an event? Make it Green
UPDATED September 13th, 2010
In my years of working as a consultant, I planned and managed many events. It was painful to see professionals in their fields give so little regard to the environment when it came to their events. Not only did this oversight have negative consequences on the environment, it also cost the organisers of the event more money – sometimes, significantly more. Many organisers have suffered bad publicity as a result of a poorly thought out event. Read the rest of this entry »
“Natural” products – not always the best and can be dangerous to your health
UPDATED September 10th, 2010
In recent years, there has been a boom in natural products ranging from personal toiletries to medicines to herbs mimicking the effects of illegal drugs. In order to capitalise on this huge interest, more and more companies are labelling their goods “natural”. Read the rest of this entry »
Re-use and recycle those old batteries, mattresses and tires
Updated 9th September, 2010
If you have been wondering what to do with some old or unwanted items, you’re not alone. While more people are becoming aware of the importance of recycling glass, paper and aluminium, what about some other commonly used items such as batteries, mattresses and tires? Read the rest of this entry »
Captive dolphins suffer; say NO to dolphinariums
UPDATED September 8th, 2010
Many people are thrilled by the thought of seeing a dolphin show or swimming with them in a park or “dolphinarium”. They probably don’t know the violent history of the dolphins, how they got there or that these animals suffer in captivity for the amusement of their human “fans”. Read the rest of this entry »
Prevent cancer and help the environment
Updated September 7th, 2010
Cancer is frightening. While factors beyond your control – such as genetics, ageing and environmental exposures early in life – play an important part in your likelihood of contracting cancer, there are things you can do to lower the risks. Read the rest of this entry »
Volunteering holidays – do good, have a blast
Have you been thinking about travelling abroad, discovering a new place and doing something positive with your time and abilities? A volunteering holiday may be just what you need. Read the rest of this entry »
Finding the best fins – diving equipment dilemma
UPDATED September 3rd, 2010
Finding good fins can be tricky for divers, especially for those who are new to diving. But with a bit of shopping around and research, you should find yourself a pair you can be happy with for many dives to come. Read the rest of this entry »
British Columbia; try some fantastic scuba diving
UPDATED September 2nd, 2010
Forget snow. While the area is known as the absolute mecca for skiers and snowboarders, what so many outdoor enthusiasts don’t know is that BC has some superb scuba diving. The mountains provide a great backdrop but for real adventures, it’s the waters you want to head to.
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