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How to choose a Galapagos cruise
Everything you need to plan your trip
There's no escaping it: a visit to the islands isn't the cheapest (or simplest) trip you can take. But it needn't break the bank, or be excessively complicated. Here's how to narrow down the options and choose the best Galapagos trip for your group.
Step aside, humans. The protagonists of the Galapagos Islands' history are the rare and endemic species that populate this far-flung chain of volcanic islands in the Pacific.
As Charles Darwin discovered on his famous voyage on the HMS Beagle in 1835, the natural history of these dynamic islands reveals the fits and starts of evolution itself.
Humans only arrived on the scene fairly recently, all too often as the villain of the plot. 16th century Spanish explorers were appalled by the stark volcanic landscape, calling the islands a hell on earth. Pirates and whalers used the islands opportunistically, capturing and killing wildlife en masse. Most recently, habitats have been threatened by invasive species introduced by humans, as well as the strains of a growing resident population and tourism trade.
As part of the carefully-managed tourism model, guests are accompanied by local, certified naturalists guides. These guides bring the natural and human history of the islands to life. Visitors learn about their own complex role in the Galapagos narrative.
How a typical Galapagos trip works
Arrival and departure
The Galapagos Islands are only reachable by flight from mainland Ecuador.
Flights from Quito usually stop in Guayaquil to pick up additional passengers. The flight time between Quito and the port city is about 30 minutes. The stop in Guayaquil is about 30 minutes (do not deplane).
Flights from Guayaquil fly directly to Baltra (main Galapagos airport) or San Cristobal (secondary Galapagos airport). The flight time is about 1.5 hours. Most tour operators will insist on a full day in either Quito or Guayaquil before your flight to the islands, in case of delays on international flights -- the cruise ships won't wait for anyone!
Quito or Guayaquil?
When choosing which airport in Ecuador to arrive at, keep in mind the following:
Quito is a gem of a colonial capital city, worth spending at least a day and a night in. It has a thriving art, music, and restaurant scene, as well as a bevy of historic sights to discover. However, its new international airport is far from the city centre (45 mins to one hour drive), adding airport transit time to the itinerary.
Guayaquil is a more industrial-looking port city, without the charms of Quito. Advantages are more direct flights to the Galapagos and easier access to the airport.
When shopping for international flights, compare fares to both cities. A good combination is to arrive in Quito and depart from Guayaquil, or vise versa
How to choose your Galapagos tour type
There are three broad categories of Galapagos trip. Which you choose depends on your preferred travel activities and flexibility:
Cruises are organised in itineraries of eight days, five days and four days. Longer cruises have the benefit of reaching farther, less-visited sites. Shorter cruises are easier to combine with a land-based experience of the Galapagos and other travels in Ecuador and South America.
Hotel-based/land-based trips on Santa Cruz Island are often organised as packages as well. Package length is more flexible, but usually start at four days/three nights. The hotel will organise daily excursions such as speedboat trips to neighbouring islands and guided trips.
Island hopping allows you to stay at lodges on various islands linked by short flights or speedboats. Only four islands are inhabited: Santa Cruz, Isabela, Floreana, and San Cristobal. Lodges on the less-populated islands of Isabela and Floreana tend to be more simple, with fewer amenities. Isabela is less populated than Santa Cruz and San Cristobal, giving you the chance to relax and discover the island's visitor sites without the crowds.
Galapagos cruise vs land tour
The Galapagos Islands present an important choice when planning a trip; do you take a land-based tour or cruise? Both styles of travel have their advantages, choosing the best trip for you depends on your personal tastes and travel style.
Galapagos by cruise
Galapagos by land
Fixed schedule. Cruises take the guesswork out of the equation with set itineraries. Small motorboats (called 'pangas') shuttle small groups of passengers at set intervals, with an expert guide in the boat to point out the creatures of the region while making sure that the trips goes smoothly.
Flexibility and freedom. When staying on land at the hotels that dot the landscape of Santa Cruz, San Cristobal and Isabela, guests dictate the schedule. Day trips are arranged to the nearby islands by boat in the morning, leaving the afternoon and evening free for doing your own thing.
Cover more ground. Boats travel at night, and drop anchor off of the shores of a new destination each day. This gives passengers a broader view of the islands.
Zoom in. Land-based trips put you side by side with the local communities by exploring towns and tagging along with fishermen on the morning's journey.
Fine facilities. Luxury cruises have opulent amenities and attentive top-notch staff, but space is limited.
More room. Land accommodations give guests the room to stretch their legs at the end of the day.
Caution: wet landings. Inflatable motorized boats take travelers from the ship to the shore. Visitor sites have dry and wet landings; wet requiring wading through knee high water to disembark.
Caution: small speedboats. When island hopping, shuttle-style speedboats ferry passenger between islands. The journey is often choppy and it's wise to come prepared with Dramamine.
A final consideration when choosing between land and sea options is the footprint you leave after the trip is done. Cruises add to the pollution of the Galapagos' waters (although many are eco-certified and mitigate their impact). Hotels on land encroach upon the natural habitats of the creatures that surround them. Pay attention to each option's certifications, awards, and ecological credentials.
Life on board a Galapagos cruise
For travellers choosing a cruise-based trip, the type of boat and facilities on offer plays a big part in their decision-making. However, many simply think about where the boat will be docking and what they'll do on-shore. Here's what life is like on board a Galapagos cruise.
Your Galapagos cruise
Life onboard cruise ships revolve around early starts. Mornings consist of wake up calls, breakfast buffets and gearing up for trips to the uninhabited islands. On some ships there are pre-breakfast excursions or fitness classes to get you ready for a day of exploring.
Travel from ships to shore is done via pangas (small, motorised rubber boats) that are swift and used for both wet and dry landings.
The majority of the day on a cruise is spent exploring different islands. Normally there are activities including hikes and snorkelling in the morning, followed by lunch on the ship, and trips to other parts of the island where you are anchored in the afternoon.
After spending most days out exploring, evenings are reserved for relaxing. There is usually a briefing in the evening with your guide to go over the next day's destination. Depending on the boat these can detail activities for the next day, be presentations about the islands, activities geared towards children, dancing, or time to talk about the day's events.
Accommodation and lodging
Accommodation standards vary depending on the level of boat you stay on. The deluxe cruises go all out with luxury rooms, balconies and amenities you would expect in a five star hotel. Others maximise space with more rooms and more passengers. On most ships, there is an inherent trust and things like locks on doors don't exist. Theft isn't a concern in the islands, but consider bringing bags with locks for valuables if you're worried.
One thing to consider when choosing a cruise is where the rooms are located. Rooms lower in the water are calmer when it comes to the open sea and can reduce the risk of seasickness. The other side of the coin is they are also closer to the engine room.
Food and drink
Breakfast and lunch are normally buffets with an ample choice of international and Ecuadorian food to choose from. Breakfast includes fruit and juice, while lunch gives you chicken or meat dishes and Ecuadorian-style seafood along with salads and vegetarian options.
Dinner is normally a more formal affair with a choice of main course and pre- and post-dinner drinks with other guests. Some of the boats include your bar tab in the price, but typically you can expect to pay for alcohol, tips and any other extras.
Dealing with bad weather
When the weather gets rough the crew decides the agenda for the day. Typically storms only last a short time. If you are out exploring and rain sets in, your guides might decide to head back to the ship until the weather subsides. If it clouds over and is only a light storm, you might be given the option of going out to the islands with appropriate gear.
At times the sea can be choppy, and many passengers take sea sickness pills as a precaution. Normally after a few days people have adjusted. If seasickness is a major concern for you, catamarans are the steadiest crafts that operate in the islands.
Rules and regulations
As a Unesco World Heritage site that has suffered from unsustainable tourism in the past, it is vital that you choose responsible partners when visiting the Galapagos Islands, as well as leaving as small a footprint as possible. Here are some tips on how you can keep the Galapagos Islands thriving.
Tour companies and guides
Tour companies in the Galapagos Islands run the gamut from luxury operators on boats with first class amenities to budget options that use every bit of space for cabins and equipment.
The important things to look for is a commitment to the islands and their preservation, staff that understand the intricacies of international travel and a level of service that takes into account the needs of individuals.
All trips, whether by land or by sea, are required to have certified guides accompany guests. On some boats, these guides are accompanied by naturalists. On others, guides with certification are responsible for entire groups.
A rule of thumb to consider is that you get what you pay for. If you are looking for a deal, make sure you vet the company beforehand to avoid any surprises once on your adventure.
Commitment to conservation in the islands is often more talk than action. As such, ask companies what they are doing to ease their footprint on the archipelago. Finding out details about how they deal with waste, specific projects they support, and plans in place for sustainable travel will give you a better picture of who you are dealing with.
Galapagos National Park rules and fees
New rules from 2018 require that you must have reservations for a hotel, land-based trip, or cruise before going to the islands. To facilitate this, there is an online form to enter your travel details. Other new rules state that all visitors must have travel insurance and show proof before leaving.
The online form is found here by clicking on the Pre-Registro Individual from the left hand menu. It is in Spanish, and a break down in English is available here.
When planning a trip, be aware that the Galapagos National Park has tight regulations in place to help protect the islands. These include carefully screening bags before and after your flight and a regulation that each boat can only visit each visitor site once in a 15-day period. This can make things difficult for those who want to visit specific islands during their trip, so make you sure you check your itinerary.
Before your flight for the islands leaves the mainland, you need to buy a transit control card for $20. This card helps to track the visitors on the Islands. It is returned at the end of your trip. Once you arrive, you pay a $100 national park entrance fee in cash. The fee helps with conservation projects around the island.
Travellers in the Galapagos Islands are expected to stay six feet away from wildlife, even when approached. You also may not feed the animals and flash photography is prohibited.
Local economy and what to buy
Supporting the local communities is the Galapagos means buying locally. Souvenirs are on every corner and Main Street in places like San Cristobal and Santa Cruz islands. Buying products from local artisans including coffee and chocolate helps sustainable tourism in the archipelago.
There are plenty of products that are available for travellers to buy including Galapagos coffee, chocolate, art, and souvenirs. On Santa Cruz Island, jewellery shops sell products made by local artisan women using recycled materials. Artisans also come on board boats visiting the port. This helps to both boost the income of the local people, and tackle the problem of waste on the islands.
Banned products are those that use the natural resources of the islands, such as coral and sea shells. Remember that taking anything from the Islands is illegal -- even a small stone.
Beyond your Galapagos trip
For those who want to make an impact that helps protect the islands after a trip, organisations including the Charles Darwin Foundation, the Galapagos Island Trust, the Galapagos Conservancy and Children of Galapagos have direct donation links that support ongoing programmes.


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Consumer wearable technology has recently become an integral part of behavioral research. In addition to common motion sensors, such as accelerometers and gyroscopes, used to compute steps and activity intensity values, newer devices have also begun to include heart rate sensors. These typically take the form of optical sensors for photoplethysmogram (PPG) measures that compute heart rate. While many wearable devices are wrist-based sensors, there are a growing number of companies that are integrating multiple sensor suites into smart garments.
This study, conducted as part of a larger ongoing study aiming to understand predictors of productivity in a high-stress work environment,. The Fitbit Charge 2 is a wrist-worn device that incorporates PPG sensing for 24/7 measurement of heart rate. The OMsignal smart garment (bra or compression shirt) includes a variety of sensors, including printed electrodes for ECG measurement.
A total of 192 adult participants (71.9% female) wore the Fitbit Charge 2 and an OMsignal garment during working hours over a 10-week period in early 2018. Fitbit heart rate data was captured at one minute epochs (mean heart rate over one minute) and OMsignal data was captured at five minute epochs (mean heart rate over five minutes). Fitbit data was resampled to reflect the available five minute epochs from OMsignal. Additionally, OMsignal values associated with poor RR coverage were removed, per manufacturer analysis guidelines. Comparison between the two devices was measured by mean bias, mean absolute percent error (MAPE), concordance correlation coefficients (CCC), and Bland-Altman plots with 95% limits of agreements (LOA). The OMsignal was treated as the reference device in this analysis due to its use of ECG measurement.
Across all participants, 3,738 days of observation were included in this analysis. The mean number of paired Fitbit-OMsignal epochs per participant was 1,277.96 (SD = 964.21). The mean bias was 1.69bpm, and MAPE was 4.98%. The overall CCC was 0.892 (95% CI = 0.891 – 0.893). Bland-Altman analysis indicated 95% of values fall between -10.06bpm and 13.43bpm.
We found that in a long-term free-living study the Fitbit Charge 2 performed similarly to the OMsignal garment for measuring heart rate. When compared to prior validation studies comparing Fitbit heart rate to gold standards in free-living and laboratory settings, these results indicate slightly higher correlation, a narrower LOA, and smaller mean bias. This study is unique due to the large amount of free-living data spanning real-world activities of daily living and the inclusion of a new device, the OMsignal smart garment. Further research should explore additional features extracted from ECG data beyond heart rate and how they compare against laboratory studies.
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7 Ways to Differentiate yourself from other Print on Demand Retailers
Three million. It's a pretty big number.
The highest recorded mileage on a car is three million (it's a Volvo P1800, if you're interested).
The population of Wales is three million.
And there are also around three million online retailers in the world right now. With all that competition for search engine ranking and sales, how can you make sure your print on demand store stands out?
The great news is that, as a print on demand retailer, you already have an edge over traditional ecommerce retailers. You have the freedom to freshen up your store with new products whenever you want, without being tied down by stock.
But there are other things you can do to differentiate yourself, too. In this article we're going to take a look at 7 ways you can ensure your store stands out from the crowd!
1. Show-Stopping Product Photography
One of the biggest (if not, only) drawbacks of online shopping is that customers don't have the opportunity to hold a product in their hands before making a purchasing decision. They rely on product photography and descriptions alone. So it should come as no surprise that a BigCommerce study found that 78% of online shoppers want photographs to bring products to life.
Print-on-Demand Merchandising apps, like Kite, have fairly advanced product mockup generators that you can use to create images that show potential customers exactly what your products will look like once printed:
But, why stop there?
If you really want to stand out, order some of your products yourself and take some unique photos of them. Unique product images are memorable product images, and seeing as 98% of consumers don't actually make a purchase during their first visit to online stores, you're going to want to be remembered.
To stand out, you could take photos of your products in use. This will help customers to imagine what the product will add to their life and remind them why they need to buy it:
This image shows how these cute cushions can add some extra cosiness to a reading space.
You could also experiment with photo manipulation or freeze frames to create a really memorable image:
Related Reading: 15 Great Product Photography Ideas to Help You Sell More
Of course, none of this matters unless you have an amazing photography set-up. Now, you don't need to have a masters degree in photography, but you should know the basics!
You need to make sure your photos are well-lit, professional, and accurately display the product dimensions and variations available. For more information on how to do that, read our article on Building a Product Photography Set-up to Sell More Merch.
2. Memorable Product Descriptions
It's not all about the photos. Your descriptions are there to sell your products, too. Of course, you need to include all of the 'need-to-know' details, such as size, dimensions, and variations. But that isn't going to differentiate you from other retailers, so you need to add a little bit extra.
Take a look at this product description from Yellow Octopus:
As you can see, this product description not only tells potential customers what they are getting (a coffee mug), it also tells them why they should buy it.
Phrases like: "whether it be tea, coffee, or a chai-soy-fraffa-monstrosity" and "every time they take a sip they'll think of you" really speak directly to potential customers.
This description also shows off the brand's voice and personality a little, with some natural humour sprinkled throughout. This is an important differentiator as it will help you to build a relationship with customers who identify with your brand voice. This is important for sales in the long-run as existing customers are extremely valuable. According to Smile.io, repeat customers are responsible for generating 40% of a store's revenue.
3. Unique Designs
As a print on demand retailer, you have the freedom to sell products that feature your own unique designs, and you should be making the most of it. After all, there may be 3 million online retailers in the world, but the only one selling your designs is you. That's a huge differentiator!
And unique designs matter to customers. In our 2019 Big Branded Merchandise Survey, we discovered that, while 42% of customers say that the quality of the garment is the most important thing, they're actually outnumbered by 45% who believe it's the creativity and design that matters most.
To create unique designs, you could find a freelance designer on a site like UpWork or People Per Hour. And to make sure your pool of potential customers like what they see you could ask them on your social media accounts!
Create polls, like this one via Instagram stories, to find out what your customers like:
To do this, open the instagram app and click on your profile photo to start creating a story. You'll be asked to either take a photo or select one of your existing photos:
Then click the square smiley face icon at the top of the screen to open the following menu:
Hit 'Polls' and then create your question (as seen above!)
In addition to differentiating you from other stores, this could also help you to boost sales as, according to KPMG, 77% of customers expect businesses to offer products that cater to their personal tastes.
4. Keep it Fresh!
We've already touched upon how easy it is to swap out products as a print on demand retailer. There's no physical stock to shift, so if a design or product isn't selling well then you can just switch it out for another.
You can use this technique to tag onto passing trends, such as upcoming holidays or the latest craze on social media. Take a look at these t-shirts:
This Halloween t-shirt is a great example of a seasonal product that you could sell in the weeks leading up to Halloween. Unlike a traditional retailer, you won't need to sell your stock for half the price after October 31st. You can simply remove it from your collection without losing a penny!
This t-shirt has tagged onto the #NaNoWriMo hashtag (which stands for National Novel Writing Month) that is often trending in November, shown here by this Google trends chart:
Searching for the hashtag on Instagram also generates a lot of results:
To make sure that you always keep your products fresh and never miss an opportunity, consider keeping a calendar of events and important dates that are particularly relevant to your niche. For example, if you sell merchandise related to music, then your calendar for June might look like this:
|Hashtags to use
|Product to promote
|Camden Rocks
|#CamdenRocks #CamdenRocksFest
|'I Rock' t-shirt
Electric guitar vest
|1st-2nd June
|'I Rock' t-shirt
Parklife tote bag
|8th-9th June
|Bonnnaroo Music & Arts Festival
|Bonnaroo t-shirt
'I heart Tennessee' vest
'I heart Tennessee' tote bag
|13th-16th June
|Lionel Richie's Birthday
|Lionel Richie mug
|20th June
|Glastonbury Festival
|'Glasto' t-shirt
'Glasto' hoodie
|26th-30th June
You can also set up Google Alerts for keywords that are relevant to your niche. This way you can benefit from timely notifications of trends that you could piggy-back on. To do this, head to www.google.com/alerts and search for a keyword that's relevant to you:
Hit 'Create Alert' and your new alert will appear below:
You can create a list of multiple alerts and you'll get regular emails that notify you of news with your keywords in:
5. Build a Brand
When customers have so many retailers to choose from, it becomes difficult to differentiate yourself in traditional ways, such as by price or with special offers (like 'free delivery').
More and more customers are starting to care about whether they can identify with a brand instead of immediately looking for the best deal. In fact, 64% of consumers cite 'shared values' as the primary reason they have a relationship with a brand.
To build a brand that your customers can identify with and relate to, you need to think about all facets of your brand, from the voice, to the image, and the values. Once you have decided on this, you need to keep it consistent across EVERYTHING – including your store, your website, and your social media channels. Let's take a look at how another brand has done this.
Fabletics is a brand known for creating affordable and stylish workout clothes for women. Their slogan is 'where fitness meets fashion' and their brand style is clean and relaxed, speaking to millennial women. Here's their website homepage:
Here we can see bright colours, smiling women, and a snappy 'Best Leggings Ever!' promotion.
Now let's compare that to one of their product pages:
Again, we can see a woman who is smiling and appears to be having fun. The product description is also straight to the point, just like it is on the homepage, and highlights the brand's focus on both fitness and fashion:
It's clear there is a pattern here! Let's see if their brand remains consistent on social media:
Once again, they are representing their brand with the choice of a bright colour and a joke that appeals to their target customers, millennial women.
A recent study revealed that the average revenue increase attributed to always presenting your brand consistently is 23%, so if you want to differentiate yourself from other retailers, then this is a quick and easy way to do so.
6. Excellent Customer Service
When people have a good experience with any brand, they tell their friends about it! To be more specific, 71% of people agreed that they would recommend a brand if they had a great experience. So, clearly one of the best ways to stand out is through your customer service.
One way to do this is by adding a live chat app to your store–so that you can always be available for your customers. Considering that 77% of customers won't make a purchase if there isn't a live chat function available, it has become a must-have for excellent customer service.
Tidio is a live chat bot that has a forever-free plan, and it is also available via the Shopify and BigCommerce app stores. If you're using Shopify, click the 'Add App' button to get started:
You'll be taken to a confirmation page. Here, click 'Install App':
Tidio will then appear under your 'Apps' tab. Upon opening the app, you will be asked to configure your live chat. You can add a name, a photo, and even personalise the colour of the live chat box:
You will also be asked for your account information and how you would like to engage visitors when they enter your site for the first time:
You can also further personalise your welcome message:
Finally, you can simulate a visitor conversation to make sure that everything meets your standards for excellent customer service:
If you're using BigCommerce, search for Tidio in the app store and click 'Get this app':
Just like on Shopify, you'll be asked to confirm by clicking 'Install':
The configuration sequence is the same, too. Select your colour, name, welcome message, and so on:
With BigCommerce, the app won't automatically start working within your site. You will need to paste some code into the back-end of your site:
7. Think "Outside-the-Box" Promotions!
Thanks to ecommerce giants, like Amazon, seeing the words 'free delivery' or '10% off' just doesn't give consumers that excited feeling anymore. But there are still ways that you can WOW your website visitors and build your email list and customer database at the same time. Here are 3 'outside-the-box' promotions to differentiate you from other print on demand retailers.
1. Gamify your Special Offers
To give consumers their 'special offer buzz' back, invent fun ways to market offers to them. Wheelio is a gamified pop-up app that encourages website visitors to convert through a 'spin to win' experience.
The app couldn't be easier to customise. You can add your brand colours:
Decide when the pop up should be triggered:
And, of course, select the offers to include:
When you're all done, your wheel will start appearing on your site. Not only will this help to increase your sales, it can also help you to build your email list as visitors are asked to enter their email address to access their special offer:
2. Product Giveaways
That's right, we're telling you to actually give your products away! Hear us out…
Hosting a giveaway on social media is a great way to generate buzz for your store and it is also a useful way to build your email list. Here's an example of a giveaway post on Facebook:
As you can see, to make the giveaway worth it for our brand (in addition to being worth it for followers), we ask people to share the post and enter their email address to be in with a chance of winning. The best part is: there is only going to be one winner! So you get lots of people opting in for your email marketing in exchange for just one of your products.
This is so valuable because email marketing is a great channel for nurturing new leads towards becoming customers.
3. Personalised Marketing
Customers want to know that you care, and a great way to show them is by personalising the promotions that you send to them. We're not talking about just addressing them by their name in your monthly newsletter, but really personalising your marketing content based on their specific likes and interests.
For example, if a customer purchases one of your 'Glasto' t-shirts in size 'M' then you could create a personalised email that looks a little like this:
This personalised email shows that the business has really considered this customer as an individual. It mentions their size and the fact that they are going to Glastonbury festival. A study by Salesforce found that 62% of consumers actually expect companies to send personalised offers or discounts based on items they have already purchased.
Another way to offer personalised marketing to your website visitors is through retargeting. This is a strategy that involves placing PPC ads in front of people who have already shown an interest in your products. Here is a retargeting ad that appeared on YouTube after the consumer visited a clothing site called Shein:
Retargeting may seem complicated if you're new to it, but there is software you can use to help you create these unique customer journeys, such as Adroll and Perfect Audience.
Final Thoughts
American entrepreneur, Steve Case (former CEO of AOL), is quoted as saying:
"It's not about how to get started; it's about how to get noticed."
In an industry that is growing in competitiveness with every passing year, it's more important than ever to ensure your store stands out from the crowd. Hopefully the tips in this article will help you to differentiate yourself, and if you're looking for a little bit more, take a look at our handy guide: 3 Advanced Promotional Techniques for Print on Demand Merchandisers.
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In the fifth minute Tony Jacques headed in Banburys equaliser, not being picked up on the six-yard line as Jim Cassidys free kick floated in.
Jacques and Tony Foster, a 31-goal dual striking partnership, were to keep Mick Wright and Nigel Smith occupied for most of the game, but Jacques only got one more good chance.
Lynn: Steel, Richardson, Kerr. Brooks, Smith, Wright, McCallum (sub Elliott 74), Lindsay. Rudd. Wignall. Clarke.
Banbury: Rennies, Cassidy. Haynes, Moalsdale, Svenson. Matthews, Archibald. Foster, Jacques. Pollard. Hastie (sub Duester).
Referee: T. Appleby (Boston). Attendance 367.
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Not quantity, but quality content
Gone are the days when shortcuts worked in Google ranking. Now, no spam content is entertained by the search engine, in fact, it is penalized by the same. So, if you are trying to copy content from other sites or stuff keywords in order to increase your rank, you may soon find Google coming down upon you with its axe. Similarly, gone are the days when you could manipulate Google into giving you a better rank with 'anchor text'. If you are planning to do the same now, you may find yourself in trouble, as Google will certainly not look upon it with kindness.
Focus on QS or quality scores
Your character, or rather that of your site is often judged by the character of the sites referring you. So, if you have been collaborating with not-so-good sites, your site too is possibly being looked down upon as the same; after all birds of the same feather flock together. Just like anyone else, Google too will be making the same analysis of you.
To put it simply, do not link with sites that do not have editorial control. Getting links from such sites can be useless, as it does nothing to improve your reputation in front of Google. A good place to find the quality score of a website is Majestic SEO.
Niche blogging
Before Penguin came waltzing in, link-building was easy because all you needed was links from different sites, irrespective of the niche. Now there is no chance of earning brownie points that way, because this is the age of niche blogging. Google, now, demands you to have links from relevant sites. For instance, if you have a site on health and fitness, the backlinks need to be coming from sites dealing in the same niche, not from a technology website. In a nutshell, stick to where you belong. Not only that, Google now cares that most of the links come from a different host and registrar from the other links.
Guest post in quality sites
Guest posting can be a great way of reaching out a wider base of users and in the process, build a good name for your brand. There was a time when you could post content in any site you like without any worries, but now Google prefers you to post in legitimate and trustworthy sites that is looked up to in the web world. Doing so will certainly help you garner better prospects.
No automated link-building
Ethical link-building in the post-penguin era does not allow automated link building. So, in order to be in Google's good books, you need to turn to manual link-building.
The social media phenomenon
Given the popularity that social networking sites have attained, social media cannot be ignored if you are aiming for online marketing. Being active on the social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest, etc., can get you great many followers. Hence, creating quality and relevant content in such platforms gives you an edge in the competitive world.
So, if you are building a new site, think of ethical link-building, which is basically a way of marketing your site or brand. Put in links where ever they seem to fit, like in blog posts or forums. Share, pin, like or tweet your content to diversify your link profile. However, keep in mind that you need to be in your niche. Last but not the least, never try to cheat Google, because, sooner or later the search engine giant will catch you.


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Donate to Education and Cultural Fund
Latvians worldwide have been invited by the Republic of Latvia to celebrate Latvia's 100th anniversary culminating in November 18, 2018. The LNFC Educational and Cultural Foundation is inviting you to join in the celebration by participating in this year's fundraising drive called "My gift to Latvia". You are urged to donated $100 for Latvia's 100th anniversary by refraining from buying birthday or anniversary gifts and donating instead to the LNFC Educational and Cultural Foundation. By keeping the donations in Canada, we are able to keep alive our language (one of the oldest 'living' languages in the world) and culture here in Canada.
Every year the Educational Cultural Foundation (ECF) of the Latvian Federation in Canada (LNFC) distributes funds supporting Latvian schools, seminars, scholarships for university students and summer educational programs, concerts, research on the history of Latvians in Canada, the ongoing work of the LNFC and a variety of other cultural projects and events.
Many thanks to the generous donors who have supported ECF's important work in the past. If you value what has been accomplished by the ECF, please support us now. Also, the good works of our benefactors can continue long after they themselves are no longer with us by a testamentary donation to the LNAFC Educational and Cultural Foundation.
You may donate by either going to our web site www.lnak.net/en/education-fund/ or fill out the form below and send it together with your cheque to the LNFC office. All donations will receive a charitable donation receipt.
Elizabete (Elita) Petersons


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Mutsy Maxi Cosi Universal Car Seat Adapter for i2
by MutsyMutsy
Adapter for the Maxi Cosi Universal car seat for Mutsy i2.
- Ships in 1-2 weeks. Orders placed before Wednesday are usually delivered the following Wednesday.
- Compatible with: Safe2Go, Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus, Maxi Cosi Pebble, Maxi Cosi Cabriofix, Maxi Cosi Citi, Kiddy Evolution Pro, Kiddy Evolution Pro 2, Kiddy Evo-luna i-size, Cybex Aton, Cybex Aton 4, Cybex Aton Q, Besafe iZi Go (X1), Besafe iZi Go Modular.
When you are expecting you are heading for a fantastic, frightening and unforgettable time. A time filled with love and magical moments but also a time of looking for a new balance. Since 1937 Mutsy has been trying to help young parents in those first years by creating comfortable, reliable strollers and buggies that enhance the mobility and facilitate life as a mom and dad. During the development of each Mutsy product much care is dedicated to the safety and the ergonomics of the child. For instance, the angle between the back support and the seat of the stroller can be adjusted and the child can rest in a reclined position. With the adjustable back and leg support all Mutsy seats provide for extensive adjustment options and this way the back of the little passenger is protected optimally. All Mutsy pushchairs are a pleasure to stroll with thanks to their flexibility and the ergonomic push bars, all frames are moreover easy to transport and store.


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"I tried to get her through the mob of photographers but they refused to move even though I told her to.
"I eventually managed to get my concussed wife from the car, with no help from the photographers.
"Even when we were inside the car they continued to take photos of my wife and I even though she was in shock".
Lord Prescott told The Metro that at least 20 photographers stopped him and his wife from getting in the taxi.
He added: "I do selfies as I am part of public life but she is frightened to death. She is 80-years-old".


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Teacher – Media Studies St Paul's Collegiate School, NZ
New Zealand
Joshua Howard has taught media studies at high school for the past eight years. Prior to that, he was involved with online broadcasting around gaming. Throughout this time he has tried to create in his students a love for film and an understanding of the complexity of the filmmaking process.


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Event Details
Merkle is a proud speaker at this year's ISBN (International SalonSpa Business Network) Conference, taking place May 4 - 6, 2014 at the Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA.
On Monday, May 5, Michael Mojica, Merkle's Executive Vice President and General Manager, Retail, will lead a session titled, "Connected CRM: Delivering on a Data-Driven Retail Business Strategy." In his session, Mike will discuss the importance of an organization's ability to understand consumer behavior, and how to use that knowledge to create personalized experiences that drive long term customer value and sustainable competitive advantage.
For more information, or to set up a meeting with Mike or another member of our Retail team, please contact our Events group directly. To learn more about ISBN and to register, visit their conference site today!


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4 Ways to Protect Your Children During a Divorce
A divorce is difficult for any family, especially when there are children involved. Family law can be a difficult subject which is why you want the best attorney who understands your situation and can be sensitive to your family's needs. Our attorneys are experienced and knowledgeable about the intricacies of family law cases and can help you! If you are currently dealing with a divorce, take a look at ways to protect your children during the process!
1. Leave Loyalty Out of It
Children tend to be pulled in many different directions during a divorce. Although you may not realize it as a parent, it's easy to play the loyalty card (i.e. which parent is the child more loyal to or which parent does the child love more). Bribing the child or utilizing loyalty as a tool to hurt your spouse can have lasting effects on the child or children. Stray away from penalizing the child for wanting to spend time with both parents or wanting to be with one at a certain time. Especially if the child is young, they do not know any better and cannot possibly understand the situation at hand. Trying to use your children as leverage can backfire and result in negative relationships following the divorce.
2. Take a Look at Yourself
It's easy to fall behind during a divorce or let go of your appearance and emotions- these are things children notice despite what you may realize. Take the time to relax and rejuvenate when you can so the stress of the divorce is not as apparent. It can also be easy to let your emotions overcome you at times, but if you can feel them coming, take three deep breaths and try to hold it together in front of your children. When it's your ex's turn to take the kids, take that time to do something for yourself- something that will make you happy and that will distract you! Utilizing this time for yourself means that you will feel better and have more energy when you're with your kids!
3. Therapy Can Be a Smart Idea
The kids will insist they don't need it, and you may even think it's not necessary, but sometimes therapy can be a very smart option! Therapists can connect or reach out to your kids in a way you may not know how to do. Therapists give your child an outlet to talk someone without feeling any judgement. Here's a small list of signs you should look out for that indicate that your child is a strong candidate for therapy:
- As a parent you are disappointed or upset with your child a lot lately
- Friends and other family have expressed concern about your child
- You've noticed an increase in alone time
- Excessive sleeping and eating issues
- Extreme weight gain or weight loss
- Increase in obsessive mannerisms or character traits
4. Target Resolution
The intricacies of a divorce and the situation at hand are endless, and many spouses come to despise each other, if not at the beginning then through the process. Although it can be tough to do if you strongly dislike your ex, opt for as much resolution as possible. It can speed up the process and benefit your children in the end as well. Your feelings towards your ex are most likely very different from your child's and you should keep that in mind! Although you may want full custody, take into consideration what is really best for the children and their upcoming years. A divorce effects the whole family, so try to work together as much as you can to make the process go quickly.
For more information on divorce and the family law services we provide, head to our website or give us a call today!


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AC Milan look set to compete with rivals Inter for Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko
Inter have been long-time admirers of the Bosnian striker, who has been in and out of the City starting lineup over the last few seasons, and reportedly came close to signing him in January, though a move never materialised.
Milan are now thought to be looking at the 27-year-old as a possible replacement for Mario Balotelli, who is being linked with the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur this summer.
The former City man has impressed during his time at the San Siro, and seems likely to move on after Milan have suffered a difficult season in Serie A.
New manager Clarence Seedorf could then turn to another City attacker to replace Balotelli, as Dzeko looks likely to be available at the end of this season. (SportsDirectNews)
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Why isn't the New York Times telling its readers that a spring it featured in tweeting its story on Israeli water is not in Israel but occupied Palestine? And B'Tselem says that Israel has "exploited" the Palestinian resource for its own profit.
Monthly Archives: May 2015
Israeli President: Academic boycott of Israel is 'strategic threat of the first order'
Haaretz reports: President Reuven Rivlin yesterday described academic boycotts against Israel as a "strategic threat of the first order." During a discussion of the issue at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, the chairman of the Council of Presidents of Israeli Universities, Technion president Prof. Peretz Lavie, said it was still possible to stop the snowball effect of the movement, but warned that "we are at the 90th minute."
Israeli propaganda dominates front page of 'New York Times' today
Israel discriminates sorely against Palestinians in their water supply and 90 percent of the water in Gaza is undrinkable but you'd learn none of this in an article that takes up the top of the front page of the New York Times on the Israeli water miracle
The totalitarian reign of Sheldon Adelson
Peter Beinart says that Jewish public opinion in the U.S. doesn't matter on Israel yet because Sheldon Adelson has too much money. But the community leadership plays an important role. A look at the totalitarian nature of the Israel lobby inside Jewish life, and how it may be breaking up.
'Peace Now' and 'Breaking the Silence' leader call on Americans to oppose peace talks (Netanyahu is 'anathema to peace')
The new Israeli government is deadset against a two-state solution– as Allison Deger and the Institute for Middle East Understanding have both documented. And yet the other day the New York Times promoted a fantasy: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu wants to enter into negotiations. Two voices from the liberal Zionist camp are saying flatly that […]
StandWithUs invests nearly half a million dollars in ongoing anti-BDS lawsuit against Olympia Food Co-Op
On May 28, 2015, the Washington State Supreme Court struck down the state's anti-SLAPP law, following an appeal filed by five individuals who are suing the Olympia Food Co-op for boycotting Israeli products. The Israeli advocacy organization StandWithUs immediately hailed the decision as a "BDS Defeat," "a major setback to the anti-Israel boycott, divestment, sanctions (BDS) campaign," and an "overwhelming victory." But in reality the Supreme Court did not rule on the merits of the plaintiffs' case, much less on BDS.
New West Bank settlement casts light on clandestine role of international support for settlers
Driving south from Bethlehem to Hebron on Route 60, a main settler road in the Occupied West Bank, is Beit al-Baraka, an old church compound made up of eight buildings built from Jerusalem yellow stone. Haaretz published last Friday that the site had been sold to Aryeh King, who was renovating the site in anticipation of moving settlers into it. Hannah Sterling and Sara Anna visited Beit al-Baraka and say the site shows the extent to which the settler enterprise will go to ensure the real identity and intentions of property purchases are hidden.
US and Israeli pressure on Nigeria to sell out Palestine at U.N. amounted to 'national security threat'
Nigerian Foreign Minister Aminu Wali apologized to Palestine for Nigeria's crucial abstention on a UN Security Council vote to end the occupation, saying that the pressure on Nigeria amounted to a "national security threat." The pressure came from the US and Israel
Despite differences, US showers Israel's new right-wing government with arms and favors
Only a few weeks into Benjamin Netanyahu's new government, the intense strain of trying to square its members' zealotry with Israel's need to improve its international standing is already starkly evident. While the US tries to reach a deal on Iran's nuclear programme and revive peace talks between the Palestinians and Israel – however futile such a process may be – Israeli ministers will be in a contest to see who can make most mischief. The irony is that, just as the White House gears up for another 18 months of humiliation and sabotage from Netanyahu and his government, Obama is showering Israel with gifts, as part of its long-standing "security" doctrine.
'Heart-wrenching, harrowing, transfixing' — NYT needs to end blackout on Blumenthal
A rave review of Max Blumenthal's account of the Gaza war in Publisher's Weekly is an important signal to the New York Times, which blacked out Blumenthal's last book on Israel, Goliath.
Turning Lebanon into Gaza — Israel's hole card against Iran deal?
Dore Gold likens Lebanon to Gaza, and suggests Israel will have to "cut the grass" there this summer; war with Hezbollah could be Israel's hole card on the Iran deal, as US legislators are sure to side with Israel, maybe with the help of the New York Times
Why some BDS activists are buying stock in Boeing
While companies like Caterpillar and Hewlett-Packard have taken the center stage of the BDS movement, activism against Boeing has also been making its way to the front over the past year.
Rand Paul gets the 'soul' of the American people: stop killing Muslims on global TV
Rand Paul is doing a better job of criticizing the neoconservatives than Hillary Clinton is. Does she really regret the Iraq war? Chris Matthews asks
'Oglethorpe stands with Palestine': BDS comes to the American south (Updated)
On April 30, Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, Georgia became the first university in the southeastern United States to successfully pass an Israeli divestment resolution, a huge victory for supporters of the BDS movement as adversaries have shown renewed vigor in pushing for anti-BDS legislation in an attempt to stop the tactic.
Now there's a 'Birthright' for those over 26 and intermarried — 'Honeymoon Israel'
Birthright Israel is limited to those under 26. Now you can get a free-ish trip to Israel if you're 25-40, called "Honeymoon Israel," aimed at getting intermarried couples to raise their children Jewish
'NYT' again acts as Netanyahu's mouthpiece — wrongly suggesting he wants talks with Palestinians
NYT's Jodi Rudoren reports that "many international experts" say that Israeli settlement blocs in Palestine will be part of Israel under a peace deal. Why is the Times endorsing the idea that we get to negotiate about how much of what I stole from you I have to give back.
'New York Times' tour of conflict is led by Israeli who works for AIPAC, Birthright, and Israeli army and prisons
Avi Melamed brags that he works for the Israeli army and prisons and for rightwing Israel lobby groups like AIPAC and Israel Project. So why is the New York Times making him an "expert" for 25 elite travelers to Israel and Palestine next fall? Because it's on one side of this conflict.
West Bank Palestinians stuck in three-hour traffic jam due to Israeli settler bike race
Ma'an reports: Heavy traffic jams were reported along the main road between Hebron and Bethlehem on Monday as a settler bicycle race took place in the area. The 30-minute drive between the two cities took three hours as Israeli forces closed a main exit from Hebron connecting to Route 60 as settlers from Kiryat Arba took part in a race.
'This land is ours. All of it is ours': Meet the Netanyahu cabinet members focused on fighting BDS & annexing the West Bank
Confirmed last week Deputy Foreign Minister Tzipi Hotovely became the highest official in the foreign ministry, aside from Netanyahu who heads the portfolio. She will run day-to-day business, and is a vocal supporter of the greater Israel project. She is motivated by a religious belief that God gave the West Bank to the Jewish people, which she re-announced last week in her first address to the foreign ministry. In addition, another annexationist, Gilad Erdan became the public security, and the strategic affairs and hasbara minister. In his latter role, Erdan will produce public relations materials against the boycott, divestment, sanctions (BDS) movement and negotiations with Iran.
Netanyahu's new Foreign Ministry aide gets $226,000 from Sheldon Adelson shop in U.S.
Netanyahu Foreign Ministry aide Dore Gold is this generation's answer to Abba Eban. Eban said Auschwitz borders, Gold says "defensible borders". And Gold draws $227,000 from a Baltimore, MD, outfit devoted to "Jewish peoplehood" and backed by Sheldon Adelson
Red lines, shmed lines– U.S. must buy Israel's compliance with Iran deal
Tell Congress Now: Israeli military detention is no way to treat a child
Abed was only 15 years old when he was awoken late one night by a masked Israeli soldier standing over his bed pointing a rifle at him. "Wake up Habibti (my darling)," the soldier said, shortly before he blindfolded and handcuffed Abed tightly behind his back. This was the start of an ordeal that this child and his family endured when he was arrested in the middle of the night, taken to an undisclosed location, harshly interrogated and imprisoned on the suspicion of stone throwing. This grim scenario is played out in hundreds of homes each year across the West Bank. To bring attention to this horrific aspect of the Israeli occupation, the No Way to Treat a Child Campaign and the American Friends Service Committee will hold a Congressional Briefing on June 2.
Leave your house between 6 pm and 11 am 'and we will break your legs' — order to 16-year-old Palestinian
A young Palestinian, Baraa Kalaid Madhun, 16, of Hebron is suspected of throwing stones at an Israeli occupying military base. Soldiers have told him that if he leaves his house between 6 PM and 11 AM they will break his legs. And if no stones are thrown in the next 30 days, they say it will be proven that he did so.
Corey Robin revisits Arendt's Eichmann in Jerusalem
Hannah Arendt's portrait of Adolph Eichmann is controversial to this day because it sees evil in his actions not in his underlying motivation; and Zionists are especially critical because they insist on the prevalence of anti-Semitism in Europe, as a basis for the necessity of the Jewish state
The crisis of the American Jewish community
The American Jewish community is in crisis over Israel. Some support the state, others are sharply critical. The community used to be able to marginalize the critics, but now it is splitting, and a debate is beginning that will transform American politics of the issue.


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by Callum Ng
February 15, 2014 (ISN) – On a day when short track was supposed to be the star, Denny Morrison stole the show on the long track.
The 28-year-old was brilliant, winning the bronze in the 1500m. Jennifer Jones and her rink improved to 7-0 while Brad Jacobs continues to right the ship. And Patrick Chan collected his silver medal at the Olympic Park awards plaza.
http://olympic.ca/ Denny Morrison


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Slovakia submits the candidature for EMA seat
Two EU Agencies - EMA (European Medicines Agency) and EBA (European Banking Authority), currently residing in London, are moving to new headquarters in 2019, in connection with Brexit. Political Leaders of EU Member States will decide about new agencies headquarters in November 2017.
The Slovak Republic is standing for EMA seat and by 31 July 2017 will formally submit its offer to Donald Tusk, the President of the European Council and to the President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker.
The presentation material of our candidacy provides a real and positive picture of Slovakia and its Capital, Bratislava, which we offer for the future possible seat of the European Agency.
Presentation material of the Slovak candidacy
Presentation material of the Slovak candidacy (pdf; 50.38 MB)
All candidates offers and additional information
Last Update Date: 9.11.2017 Create Date: 4.7.2017


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The COLONIC Study aims to assess the role of diet in driving these changes and disease outcomes. We also hope to compare outcomes between those with UC and individuals without UC to better understand disease mechanisms.
This novel 12-week trial involves a health screen and 3 separate visits to the Faculty of Health Science, Lidcombe. During this time we will collect blood and stool samples, and you will be asked to complete food diaries and questionnaires.
You will then be randomized to either an intervention or a monitoring group. Participants in the intervention will receive extra virgin olive oil over a 4-week period. During this time, you will be asked to replace all your cooking oils and fats with the replacement oil. Participants in both groups will be supported by a team of qualified health professionals for the duration of the study.
Ethics committee approval number: 2018/981
We are recruiting for two groups of participants:
1) Individuals living with Ulcerative Colitis (UC), and
2) Individuals with no history of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Eligibility criteria for BOTH groups are:
If you are interested to participate in this novel and exciting research, or if you'd like to find out more, please contact Kenneth Daniel (email@example.com or 02 9351 9138)