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Summer happens to be a popular time to flaunt those precious fashion accessories and why not. Even though summer is after all the hottest season of the year, don’t make the common mistake like most do. People think that owing to the heat they can give accessories a miss. However, that’s definitely not the way to go for all it requires for you is to be a bit intelligent when choosing the summer accessories and you could easily be the fashion diva that always ruled.

5 Must have accessories for you this summer

Check out the following stylish yet smart fashion accessories that you just can’t afford to give a miss this summer.

1. Light and bright scarves: All it requires for you is to add a dash of color and a bit of spunk to your entire appearance is a light weight and brightly colored scarf. All you need to do is ensure that it’s light enough so as not to make things intolerable for you under the oppressive summer heat.

2. Cool bracelet watches: It’s not just in the name, but also in the appearance if you want to set in the essential bling factor into your appearance this summer. The presence of a bracelet watch on your wrist can work wonders and jazz up your outfit beyond your imagination. They’re absolutely trendy and fantastic in every sense of the word. Moreover, it serves both purposes since it’s like a stylish bracelet plus serves the purpose of a sophisticated watch.

This is Day 1 of my trip to Almería in the Andalucía region of Spain, or more specifically, Puerto Deportivo Almerimar where I'm staying on a yacht.  Almerimar is a marina and golf resort area.

It all sounds glamorous, but the yacht was built in the 70's and is in dire need of refurbishment, so the living conditions are decidedly basic.  Nevertheless, the weather is generally dry with incredible levels of sunshine and beautiful light, so life on board is very agreeable.

Over the next few weeks, I’ll be reporting on the lifestyle, food, culture, and fashion out here. Times are economically dire in recession hit Spain, though it is not particularly evident in this area, since the local fruit and vegetable market is thriving. With that in mind, I’ll be taking a close look at the food and drink, comparing prices and quality with the UK market.

Just before signing out for today, I ought to mention that the weather is not always idyllic here. There is furious heat in the summer, high winds, flash floods, and storms - an example being yesterday’s flight when a flash of lightning and a bumpy approach to landing raised my heartbeat to an alarming level, and generated some panicked looks amongst passengers. This made all the worse in my mind by my recent viewing of the air-crash movie, Flight

Hasta Mañana

Selling Jewelry, whether it is your own precious items, things you’ve made or you want to start a retail business, is a great way to make money. The internet makes starting up online stores extremely easy. The trick is to becoming established and creating a brand for the business. Here are some steps to take to start up your own online store to sell your sterling silver Jewelry.

Decide Where to Sell:

There are many places online where you can start selling quickly. Some people create their initial store on sites like eBay or Etsy, while others want to start with their own website from the beginning. The choice is up to you but usually depends on the type of products that you’re selling – and whether you want a full-time retail business. Auction and selling sites are a great way to start out to make sure that this is for you and the best way to sell your unwanted items. However, if you want to make a career for yourself, you will look more professional selling through your own domain name.

1. Create Your Website: It is time to create a website for your business. This needs to be set up to create your brand as well as make it easy for people to buy the items of Jewelry that interest them. While there are content management systems to help make a website on a budget, it is often better to hire a professional to create an e-commerce website for you to make sure it works.
2. Choose Your Hosting: Once you have a website, you need a host to have it up and running so people can see it. There are many different hosting companies so shop around and see which ones can offer you the best value for your money. You cannot get the cheapest, free hosting – not only do they not look as professional but they will not offer the e-commerce functions that you need. Make sure you look for those with shopping cart functions to make it easier for your customers to buy from you.
3. Choose Your Methods of Payment: How will you accept payments? If you’re using selling websites, they usually have a limited number of options that protect the seller and buyer. When you’re opting for your own store, you will have more freedom. Will you accept credit and debit cards or would you prefer people to pay you through PayPal or other finance websites? Avoid checks or people sending money through the post as these are not safe – for you or them!
4. Take the Perfect Pictures: Make sure you can get great photos of all the items you’re selling. If they come with different gems on the silver, have photos of each different one. People want to see what they’re buying before they hand over their money and photos are the only way that they can do that. You’ll need to think about the background of the photos as well as the quality of them. Get photos from different angles and close ones of any detail so that customers can make a well-informed decision before buying.

It will take time for your store to become successful – no business gains success overnight. You will need to get out there and market yourself once your website is up and running and your items are available. It doesn’t matter if you’re selling your unwanted sterling silver Jewelry or creating your own; you will need a website, great hosting and excellent photos to make it easy for your customers.

Vacation time should be fun and I do not take anything less. Having said this, I had to traverse a few spots to really discover my favorite vacation locations and I'm glad I did. The amazing thing is that I did not have to travel very far to find some of the most heartwarming retreat locations. Although it is hard to narrow my favorite spots to three places, I have compiled a decent list of some of the most breathtaking places that appealed most to me and the following is a highlight.

The Island of Cyprus

Never before had I witnessed such exotic beauty of virgin lands like I did in Cyprus. As a mysterious spot located right above Egypt and at the south tip of Turkey, it is a dynamic unspoiled haven that gives you a dramatic Mediteranean experience like no other. Apart from the long warm beaches, the inviting historic appeal will have you digging into the rich culture. One unique thing you can do in spring is picking of wild flowers. As a lover of flowers, this was my climax as I got to pick and adore wild orchids that spoke to my senses. Those who enjoy hiking, skiing, snorkeling and turtle watching are also guaranteed maximum fun. I'm artistic as well as a history junky and therefore I could not resist a visit to Paphos which plays host to the famed Villa of Theseus. It is a mosaic marvel that will usher you into the corridors of Greek mythology.

Dublin

The one and perhaps most important reason why I fell in love with Dublin is the rewarding bus tour. Among the exciting stops that impressed me most are the Nationally Gallery and Museum, Trinity College, St Patrick's Cathedral and the Guinness Storehouse. The first time I took a bus here was amazing because the tour guide made my stay homely. His explanations of the rich history and culture of the area was demystified in a practical manner. For example, the Guinness Storehouse left an impression not forgetting the drink from the Gravity Bar at the house. There is no question that the beer enjoys a large following around the globe. It is therefore important to taste your own drink here to really appreciate it. After this delightful tasting session, it wasn't quite as easy to find our hotel as it was when we booked it online!

The French Riviera

After assessing the list of my favorite vacation spots, I had to include the French Riviera on my list. With gorgeous crystal blue waters and soothing stretches of beaches, this was an ideal location for me to unwind and enjoy magical nature at its best. I'm not surprised that this location draws tones of people each year from around the globe. Apart from spoiling myself at the beach I also loved hiking at the marvelous Marseille town. The charming and calm surroundings were just what I needed in my tour. The view from the old harbor was a climax as I enjoyed the majestic Notre Dame De La Garde.

With the summer season just around the corner, many of you will be starting to plan your summer holidays away with your family. With six long weeks to keep your children entertained whilst the school doors close for the summer holidays, the perfect way to spend it is to go on a trip with your beloved family. Whether you decide to stay in England at a holiday park or travel abroad for some warm summer sun, you can travel whatever your budget.

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Summer is often associated with swimming as you can go paddling in your local lake, take a dip in the sea or splash around in your hotels outdoor swimming pool. Of course, if you plan on making use swimming facilities either at home or abroad, you must make sure that your children can swim confidently in the water to ensure they can have fun and stay safe during the holidays.

There are plenty of great ways to get your children confident in water. For example, using inflatables such as armbands and rubber rings are an ideal way to allow your children to enjoy the water whilst making sure they are safe from drowning. This way, your children will be able to get confident in the water before removing the inflatables.

This season’s IPL has seen many changes in teams. The Kochi team has been disbanded and its players have joined other teams. The Hyderabad team has a new owner and a new logo to boot.

During the last two seasons, IPL 2012 and IPL 2011, The Kings XI Punjab was not able to fly quite high due to various reasons. This year, the team has been successful in pulling in Michael Bevan, one of the most capable coaches. Ms. Priety Zinta is sure to thank the heavens for this. A lot of fireworks are also expected from the captain, Gilly, and the cream of the crop, Hussey and Shaun Marsh.

As far as the Kolkata Knight Riders are concerned they are banking on Pathan and Gambhir, the two big ticket buys. On paper, the team list appears quite impressive, but Saurav Ganguly, Dada, will be missed in the game at Eden. But having won the previous IPL, they will be high on confidence.

Pune Warriors have the batman, Robin worth $2 million by their side and also a captain, in form. Even if the fitness levels of Mathews and Nehra is in doubt, many of the bowlers are surely going to spout considering their batting strength. The team of yellows is being led by a captain who is truly fantastic.

Many of the T20 stalwarts are in the Chennai Super Kings team currently. At the core of the team are M. Vijay, Raina and Dhoni and in the mix is also Mike Hussey. They are all great at batting. The powerplay professional, Ashwin also is expected to deliver well. When the team is in full flow, it is simply unbeatable.