Mariner

Just like when you are grocery shopping, finding the right GPS unit for your boat can be quite difficult. With so many GPS models that are now in the market, choosing the right marine GPS can be a headache. You must review and compare their features to the other products available.

But though you are excited to compare one marine GPS unit to another, there are some things that you must do first. Above all, you must determine your needs as a boat owner and a mariner at the same time. You should list down all the features that you want in your GPS device. This must be done so that you would not look for GPS units with more features that you don't really need.

You must also consider all the marine GPS reviews or other GPS review that you can find on the internet. Through the help of these marine GPS reviews you will know which marine GPS works best. You will also learn the rants as well as the raves of the GPS unit owners who are currently using it. Take note of these reviews so that you will know which product you should avoid and which one should be included in your list of choices. By the use of the marine GPS reviews you can easily narrow down the number of products that you could choose from.

Of course, your GPS comparisons will never be complete if you don't look at their prices. Look for the models or cheap GPS that are not so cheap or so expensive yet have tons of excellent features that will be suitable for your needs. Look for the top ratings GPS to know which one is the best.

If you have extra money, you can also buy your GPS unit some Magellan GPS accessories such as the mounting accessory and leather case. Although these accessories are not really necessary, it can also improve the features of your GPS units.

El Campello is a quaint holiday resort and perfectly located on the Costa Blanca coast of Alicante. This is a town that has resisted the lure of mass tourism and with its unpretentious air, this resort is perfect for both everyone.

Situated between Alicante City (13km) and the busy resort of Benidorm (26km) and has a history and a charm all of its own. With miles of wide sandy white beach, a pretty fishing port area, mountain views and a wide selection of quality restaurants and if you fancy a bit of fiesta then you can take the tram to Alicante or Benidorm.

El Campello has a proud history giving the town a unique feel. Around the port area archaeological remains of circular cabins dating back to 3000BC have been found and the little fishing harbour with its adjoining mariner are overlooked by a 16th century watchtower that acted as a warning against raids from passing Pirates.

In the present day tourism is the town's main draw and no wonder! Dominating the resort is the blue, sun-kissed Mediterranean backed by a broad, pearl white beach stretching for miles. But the real difference is that the town planners have carefully considered the impact tourism could have and made sure that the individuality of El Campello is maintained.

We hope it will stay that way but the way things are at the moment I can't see much more being built in the next couple of years. It's mid September and I would say that it is turning a bit chilly for this time of year, although there are still a few brave souls bathing in the sea.

Tourism is slightly down at this time of year and the Locals are getting ready for their Fiestas next month. You can see a good selection of image on the blog as well as other interesting information that is available for local residents.

The many types of curtain rail systems provide a selection of tracks and poles for mounting draperies not only at windows but in many unusual places. The simplest system consists of a pole held in place by brackets, mounted across a window frame. Drapery panels are affixed to the pole by way of a rod-pocket, tabs, clips or rings. A drawing system, either with or without cords, can be added to facilitate opening and closing.

Poles are made of wood, metal or plastic in a variety of textures and colors. Decorative end-pieces, or finials, keep the panels from sliding off the rod and hold the rod on the brackets. Because the poles and accessories are ornamental, they need not be concealed, but can contribute to the decorative elements in a room.

Special two or three-pole brackets accommodate multiple sets of draperies at one window. This avoids mounting a series of brackets on the wall. Brackets and poles are sized to support a defined weight. When choosing rail hardware, it is important to make sure that the particular system will support the weight of the drapery.

Corded and uncorded curtain rail tracks provide another way to hang drapery. A compact aluminum or metal frame houses a concealed track into which gliders are inserted. Special hooks are inserted into the panel and through the eyes of the gliders. The panel is then suspended from the hook which slides along the track on the gliders. Uncorded systems are drawn by hand or with a wand. Corded systems are operated by drawstrings that are threaded through the track. Drawing can be one-way, to either the left or right, or two-way, from the center to the sides.

Tracks come in standard lengths, although many manufacturers provide custom-made tracks for unusual lengths. Some brands feature telescopic tracks that allow adjustment; others can be cut to size. Track systems may be single, double or triple. As each layer of curtain is added, brackets must also be added along the run to support the weight.

Track systems are not only white, but brass, gold-tone, silver and wood. Most tracks are small enough that when closed, the drapery conceals the bar. When the fabric panels are opened, the rod is exposed. Using valances, cornices or pelmets conceals the hardware and adds interest to the window treatment.

Special hardware enables curtains to be mounted on ceilings, bay windows or corners. Several track systems are designed to bend, accommodating installation as room dividers, around beds such as in hospitals for privacy, or around bathtubs to hang shower curtains.

Curtain rails provide solutions for hanging draperies in problem areas. Hardware can be integrated into the decorative scheme to achieve a polished look.

You may be planning to put new seats in an old boat, or maybe you want to modify existing seating. In both cases, it will make sense to address yourself to a custom boat seat manufacturer. Follow this guide to learn how to do it.

There are many different types of boat seats available, and the potential for customization is almost endless. The most important deliberation in making these kinds of choices are is the type of boat that you have, the space where you need to fit the seating, and what you will be using it for.

The first step to getting purpose-made boat seats is to write down a detailed list for the necessary specifications. Once you have done that, present the list to more than one manufacturer, several if possible.

The way that they reply to your spec list will show you whether they are expert and reputable, and approaching more than one builder will also allow you to compare prices and decide which manufacturer will give you the best value for your money.

Space and sizing is the most important factor - you need to make sure that the manufacturer is building the boat seats to the precise measurements of the space where they will be fitted, and if possible that he commits in advance to modifying the seats if they don't fit on installation.

If you order custom boat seats, there will be a wealth of details that you will need to decide upon, and it's easy to get lost in the maze of options. Make sure that all the details follow the imperative of function, whether on style, material or color.

Don't forget any boat seat extras, such as places to affix navigation equipment or fishing rods on the boat. Storage space is also an important and often overlooked component of boat seating.

The padding itself can be variable. Seats and cushions can be manufactured with medium, firm or extra firm padding foam, so you may even want to use a variety on your boat according to the location and specific use of the seats, especially if you normally have passengers on board.

Boat seat materials are another very important point. If you are going to install the seats on a vintage yacht, for instance you will want the seating of the right material to fit with the rest of the boat. If you use wood on your boat seats, make sure that it had been pressure-treated.

Likewise, for modern steel- or fiberglass-based seats, you need to ensure that any steel bolts or staples used in the construction are stainless steel to prevent rust and unsightly rusting streaks, and also that no hard parts are left unpadded, which would make for very uncomfortable boat seats.

That Bulova wrist watch you're wearing isn't just stylish - it represents over 100 years of quality watchmaking. Whether you prefer a Bulova chronograph or a Concord ladies watch, it's important to know your timepiece history!

The Bulova wrist watch company was established by a Bohemian immigrant named Joseph Bulova in 1875. Bulova began manufacturing watches in Woodside, New York, where the company headquarters remain to this day, in addition to Flushing.

Bulova company began creating innovative watchmaking techniques from day one, but the business really started making history in 1941, when it purchased the world's first commercial on television. The commercial aired on July 1 on New York's WNBT station immediately before a baseball game featuring the Dodgers and the Phillies. Believe it or not, the commercial cost only $4!

Four years later, the Joseph Bulova School of Watchmaking opened its doors. The institution was founded to train disabled WWII veterans, however its operations soon expanded to cater to a more diverse body of students.

Of course, it's impossible to mention Bulova without covering the Accutron timepieces, which hit stores in the fall of 1960. The Accutron watches featured a revolutionary technology developed by the Swiss inventor Max Hetzel, who had been working for Bulova since the late 1940s. (Hetzel is just one example of Swiss ingenuity - just look at the Swiss-born Concord Mariner series!)

Drawing its power from a unique tuning fork system, the Bulova Accutron was the world's first electronic watch. Inside the casing, a 360 hertz tuning fork sat between two electromagnet coils, which formed a single-transistor oscillator circuit. This drove the fork, which in turn powered the watch's hands and allowed the device to keep time. The original Accutron was discontinued in 1977 after over 4 million of the timepieces had been sold.

The invention of the Accutron launched Bulova not just into the national spotlight - but into space. Throughout the 1960s, Bulova competed with its rival Omega to create the "first watch on the moon." Omega won this battle, as Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin had an Omega Speedmaster Professional on his wrist when he first set foot on the moon.

But the Bulova wrist watch company also came out on top - and in space - as NASA used tuning-fork-powered Accutrons for all of its spacecraft time-keeping devices. This is because scientists were unsure how other electronic movements would fare under low gravity.

To commemorate its contribution to the space program, the Bulova wrist watch Accutron line of timepieces currently features a limited edition Astronaut watch. Only 1,000 of these watches were made, and each is individually numbered with a caseback autographed by "Buzz" Aldrin himself.

Bulova made headlines once again in 2007, when a dredging team discovered an automatic Bulova wrist watch on the floor of the Gibraltar Harbor. The watch had been lost by a sailor in 1941, and was returned to him in 2008, still ticking!

There is plenty to do on the Royal Caribbean Monarch of the Seas. Once upon a time, it was one of the largest cruise ships in the world. It was launched in 1991, and at that time, it generated a lot of media coverage for being one of the three largest cruise ships. Compared to the mega-ships of today, however, it is only average in size.

Nevertheless, it has plenty to offer. Cruise experts consider it to be a great choice for first time cruisers. If you are new to cruising, then Monarch of the Seas is an excellent place to start. It offers three and four night Bahamas itineraries out of Port Canaveral. You can get away for a few days on the private island of CocoCay. This ship has fourteen decks and room for nearly 2,500 guests.

Whether you want to stay on board or go on land excursions while at port, you will find plenty to keep you entertained. On the ship, you can relax at a spa, go swimming in one of the large outdoor pools, rock-climb, enjoy yourself at the Casino Royale, eat at one of the many fine dining restaurants, and so forth.

There is always something going on, 24/7, on board the ship. The Royal Caribbean line has always been renowned for its entertainment. There is a variety of shows for adults and children of all age groups: comedy, drama, music, singing, dancing, hypnosis, and so forth. The Boleros Lounge in particular has a lot of entertaining shows at night.

The Viking Crown Lounge is the largest venue on the ship. This venue has a circular layout, and is small enough so that you can walk all the way around it. Another small lounge that you need to visit during your stay is the Schooner Bar. It has a neat, nautical theme that will make you feel as if you are on a pirate ship! It is near the casino, Centrum, and the Sound of Music Lounge.

In addition to the lounges, there are plenty of restaurants and cafes on the Monarch. The two dining rooms are Vincent's and Claude's. Both of these offer a fine dining experience. They both have a raised center section and lower perimeter banquet seating options. If you want something more casual, you can head to the Windjammer Caf. This is a buffet restaurant that features pizza, turkey, pasta, salad, rattan, and any other bistro-style food you can eat.

Overall, the Monarch is one of the Royal Caribbean's most popular ships, and if you are looking for an inexpensive cruise, this is a great choice. It is not the most luxurious of ships, but it is an ideal solution for getting away for a few, fun-filled days.

My first impression of The Pride of America was "this is great, we get champagne just for walking aboard". It was pretty cool. I am a big cruise ship enthusiast, and although this is a pretty standard service, it gets me every time. Anyways, we stayed in one of the suites on the 1100 deck, and it was beautiful, it looked over the sea and had its own balcony, as well as its own butler. We could contact our butler at all times (he had his own phone). The first night was in Honolulu, and we sailed all night until we arrived in Maui. The area we docked in was Kahului and it was in kind of an industrial area, but everything was only a shuttle away (a free one).

That night we ate at the skyline restaurant and got to meet Hero and James. They were our servers and they were fantastic! So charming and so on top of things. They were our servers all week long and they really made the difference for the ship. Unfortunately, one night we had Jose as our server... and to be honest, he was just rude. The service on the ship really varies. Some are great and some are absolutely atrocious. Sunday night was an overnight in Maui, and Monday night we sailed to Hilo, which was so-so. I did not think much of it, just rainy and overcast all day long. Wednesday we arrived in Kona, which, for being on the same island as Hilo, was delightful! So gorgeous, the whole area around where we docked was beautiful and very quaint. Thursday was my favorite of all, Kauai. We had heard so much about the Kalalau trail from James(our wonderful server), and since we are avid hikers, we gave it a whirl. SO beautiful, absolutely breath taking. Kauai was an overnight so we left around 5 o clock on Friday, to set sail to Honolulu.

Overall the cruise was great... the drinks were all a little over priced, but what do you expect. I would highly suggest the Pride of America 7 day cruise to anybody that is thinking about. The landscape of Hawaii is just too unrealistically gorgeous it would be a huge mistake to miss.