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By Jamie Hanson

 Did you know that every time you flew a commercial airline, you were being ripped off hundreds, if not thousands of dollars by the airline industry? The airline industry is full of dirty schemes and tactics that literally steal millions of dollars annually from unsuspecting travelers. Now, if you knew the dirty tactics the airline companies used, you would be able to avoid them and get the cheapest airfare, but how would you ever find out such in-depth insider details?

Believe it or not, a former employee of one of the airline companies is baring it all. He is rather upset about being fired after 16 years of dedicated service to the industry and is now exacting his revenge by exposing all their dirty secrets to the cheapest airfare to the public they have been stealing from for all these years. Meet Tony Morrison whose book will ensure that you save thousands of dollars each year in flying expenses.

Tony Morrison reveals all of the industry’s little known secrets that you will be able to use to knock of a substantial part of your fare. If you fly internationally, you will be able to fly as cheaply as you would on a domestic flight. If you are worried about getting charged exorbitant rates on last minute flights, you will be able to avoid them completely.

Tony Morrison’s book promises explosive material on the insider details of the airline industry. You will find mind blowing information on how you can get the cheapest airfare by booking your tickets at the right time of the day, by saying the right things to the travel agent and by exploiting the computing systems of the airline companies. You will find out how to take advantage of airline companies’ price determining experiments. You will find out how to access the hundreds of discount coupons that airline companies distribute on a regular basis. You will find out about all the loopholes in the system and how to use them to your advantage.

As if saving truckloads of money on air tickets was not enough, Tony Morrison has thrown in a whole set of other money saving information. He reveals hotel reservation secrets that will help you save hundreds of dollars. To add to that, he has also thrown in little known car rental secrets that will also go a long way in saving big bucks on your travels. And, if you are the kind of person who likes taking cruises, Tony Morrison has something for you too in his Cruise Travels Secrets manual.

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History of the Turks and Caicos Islands

By Roberto Garabell

 The Turk and Caicos Islands in the Caribbean home both a home to modern day dwellers and a treasured destination spot for those seeking a more provincial island get-away experience. The islands, eight larger and a smattering of several dozen smaller, include two groups with a common history. The Turks consist of only two islands, Grand Turk and Salt Cay, with the Caicos encompassing the remainder of the island chain, including East, West, North, South and Middle Caicos, and the Providenciales Islands.

Both Grand Turk and Salt Cay are populated, as are the majority of the larger Caicos Islands. Numerous smaller islands in the cluster are uninhabited, however, allowing visitors to experience a world of solitude surrounded by the beauty of the Caribbean.

The Indigenous Heritage and Lineage

The agrarian Arawakian Taino peoples inhabited the islands preceding the gradual encroachment by the more aggressive and militant Caribs, who were expanding their territories from the Bahamas and Greater Antilles. As a result of Carib expansion, the populations of the Taino and Carib peoples became one of mixed heritage, often through forcible means, with the aggressors taking females as enslaved wives and often violently eliminating their male opponents among the original population.

Advancements in DNA science have shown descendants of the Arawak to be common among the present day population of Puerto Rico, Haiti, the Bahamas, and other Caribbean islands, as well as among the populations of the eastern coastal regions of South America. Descendants of the Taino and Carib peoples among modern day inhabitants of the Turks and Caicos are significantly less common, as the arrival of Europeans decimated native populations.

The Columbian Period and The Conquistadors

When Columbus landed in what he thought were the West Indies, he actually landed in the Caribbean. Many scholars believe he first landed in the Bahamas, while others believe it was Grand Turk Island. Columbus recorded his thoughts of the Taino people in his logs, noting that they were peaceful, traded easily with the Europeans, did not possess gold or riches, though they may have known of a king who had great wealth. He also noted that Taino would likely be easy for the Spanish to overpower and that they would make good servants.

In 1512, Conquistador Juan Ponce de Leon sighted Grand Turk Island, noting it in his travel logs. In the years following, Spanish slavers frequented the Turks and Caicos, enslaving the Tainos and Caribs. Within the first few decades following the arrival of the Spanish in the Western Hemisphere, the Turks and Caicos were depopulated. A combination of factors contributed to this population decline, including the continued conflict between the Caribs and the Tainos, lack of immunity to new diseases carried by the Spanish, the harsh and inhumane practices of the Spanish, and a decrease in soil fertility for farming to provide a subsistence for the people.

The Colonial Period

The 16th through the 18th Centuries saw claim of the Turks and Caicos change hands among the Colonial Powers. With the islands now depopulated of native inhabitants, first the Spanish, then the French, and finally the British laid claim to them, though none of these powers established settlements on the islands during these three centuries.

In the late 1600s, Bermudian settlers began to establish seasonal encampments for salt mining on Grand Turk Island, returning to Bermuda every six months, when seasonal changes hindered mining efforts. These first Bermudian settlements solidified British claim to the islands, as Bermuda was a British Colony at the time.

Following the American Revolution, 40 or more British Loyalists relocated to the Turks and Caicos, settling on land offered by The Crown as appeasement for lands lost in the American conflict. The Loyalists attempted to rebuild their former lives on the islands, many trying to establish cotton plantations; however, soil, weather conditions and pests undermined efforts and most cotton plantations were abandoned within a few decades. A few Loyalists became salt mining barons, but most left the islands by the 1820s after the failure of their plantations.

During the Loyalist presence, thousands of African slaves were brought to the plantations to work the cotton fields. Most of these slaves were left on the islands when the Loyalists abandoned their plantations. The former slaves took up an agrarian and subsistence living on the islands, and their descendants remain among the present day populations on the islands.

The Bermudian Century

The British government in the 18th Century held the Turk Islands as a Common-Use Territory and not a settled land-holding. The seasonal salt mining camps of the Bermudian, as well as shipping lane stops by British merchant vessels were examples of the “common-usage” of the territory. The ambiguous status left the islands open for challenges by various parties with interests in the region, with Bermudian and Bahamian leaders vying for entitlement for nearly a century. In the early 1800s, the Islands became part of Britains Bahamian colony, and the Bermudians were given a seat on the Bahamian parliament as the voice of their long-term salt mining presence.

Jamaican and Bahamian Leadership

In 1848, locals of the Turks and Caicos petitioned The Crown for separate colonial status, which was granted. The Islands became a colony of their own, governed by a local council president under the authority of the Jamaican governor, with later annexation to Jamaica in 1873.

The Islands remained dependent to Jamaica until 1959, when administrative autonomy was granted. Jamaica received its independence from Britain in 1962, with The Turks and Caicos becoming a British colony of their own. In 1965, the Bahamian governor assumed authority over the Turk and Caicos local administrator, still under British authority. When the Bahamas received their independence from Britain in 1976, the Turks and Caicos were granted a local governor but remained a British colony.

Independence, Autonomy - the Present Day Islands

In 1980 the Turks and Caicos were granted independence from Britain. As with most fledgling nations, the islands have experienced political struggles, having rewritten their own constitution three times. However, these political issues have been peaceful and appear to have resulted in a more stable government for the Islands.

The modern Turk and Caicos consist of a range of cultural experiences, with the Providenciales being a vacation destination spot with a strong tourist market, booming after the arrival of the Club Med resort in the 1984. Many of the smaller islands remain uninhabited by humans and allow visitors a more quite and remote personal experience.

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Great Attractions in Myrtle Beach

By Roberto Garabell

 Myrtle Beach is located on South Carolina’s northern coast and it is a premier beach resort destination. It forms part of the Grand Strand which is a 60-mile stretch of coastline with some of the region’s finest beaches. Myrtle Beach is primarily a summer destination and has a vast array of fun-filled attractions that’ll entertain you during the duration of your stay.

Sandy, White Beaches

The area’s greatest attraction is its beautiful beaches. Almost all activities are centered around the beachfront, sea and various watersport activities. There are a range of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Water Parks

The kids will love a visit to one the many amusement parks at Myrtle Beach. The Family Kingdom Oceanfront Water Park is located right on the beachfront and has thrilling slides, lazy river rides and loads of fun water activities. The Wild Water and Wheels Park is just off the beachfront and has 24 different rides including speed slides, mat slides, tube slides and more gentle rides for the kiddies.

Casino Cruise Ships

The Casino Ships set sail twice daily from Myrtle Beach on a five hour-cruise. The ships offer Vegas-style gambling and entertainment. Between playing the tables, you can relax on the deck, enjoy some fine dining and great entertainment, or simply watch the sunset. There are regular tournaments on board that you may want take part in if you fancy yourself to be a skilled player.

Saltwater and Freshwater Fishing

Most of the fishing at Myrtle Beach is saltwater fishing. Permits are required if fishing from a private charter boat or from the surf. If fishing from a fishing pier, permits are not required. The Grand Strand Fishing Rodeo is one of the main events that occurring during the summertime. Freshwater fishing can be enjoyed on the Intracoastal Waterway which runs between Socastee and Little River parallel to the coast.

Boating and Water Sports

Sailing yachts and motor boats can be hired or chartered throughout the summer season. Enjoy the day cruising the coastline and soaking up the sun. If you’re lucky, you may have a visit from a pod of dolphins. When the wind’s blowing, hoist the sails and enjoy the summer breeze. Sea kayaks, windsurfers and jet skis can be hired to enjoy in the surf and on the inland waterways. Scuba diving charters have regular trips out to the reefs and equipment can be hired from the dive centers. If you have never tried your hand at windsurfing or surfing before, you can take a few lessons from one of the local schools. They will teach you all there is to know about balance, reading the waves, and learning to cruise in like a pro. Parasailing is yet another activity on offer. Banana boat rides are great fun and bookings can be made at the local tourist office or boat charter marina.

Huntington Beach State Park

The park is a great place to go camping. There is a fresh water lagoon, nature trails and a beautiful stretch of beach. While you are there, you can visit the historic Atalya castle that was once the winter home of sculptor Anna Hyatt Huntington. In season, there are various nature programs that are especially entertaining for the kids.

Myrtle Beach State Park

The Park has a mile-long beach, 312 acres of parkland, a maritime forest that has been declared a Heritage Trust Site, a campground, cabins, and a fishing pier. The nature center runs educational programs which are fun for the whole family.

Myrtle Beach Nightlife

There is no shortage of nightlife at Myrtle Beach. The many nightclubs, sports bars and restaurants provide all kinds of entertainment. Depending what you’re in the mood for, you can enjoy a night of dancing, entertainment in a dinner theater or have fun in one of the karaoke clubs. Sports fans can watch the game on big screen TVs while sipping ice-cold beer. There is live music in all different styles ranging from blues and R - B to rock and roll, country and instrumental music.

Shopping in Myrtle Beach

You had better hang onto the credit card when visiting Myrtle Beach or you may be getting a call from the bank manager when you get back home. There are endless shopping malls, flea markets, factory outlets, boardwalk shops and specialty stores. Visit the nearby communities of Little River, Windy Hill, Murrell’s Inlet and Ocean Drive and browse the many unique stores along the coast.

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