Published documents by Shaun Parker

2008

Tourism is measured as the worlds largest industry with a global market value of over a colossal 500 billion dollars. Many developing countries rely on the tourist trade as their gross domestic product with some countries employing up to 60 percent of their workforce within the industry. It is also one of the most competitive industries to work in with employment stretching over all imaginable...

A Guide Of What Not To Do Whilst On An Activity Holiday Published on 18/08/2008

Like communism, activity holidays are good in theory. If you choose the right provider and have relatively strong instincts of self-preservation, then they can be the vacation of a lifetime. They range from fun for all the family to death defying feats of endurance and it is crucial not to get the two confused. You can pick from a range of activity holidays from canoeing, rafting and climbing,...

The Practicalities Of Self-Regulating Non-Surgical Treatment Published on 18/08/2008

As the technology of non-surgical procedures continues to evolve, so does the accessibility and availability of such treatments. Now a trip to the dentist can not only mean a whiter set of teeth, but allegedly younger looking skin. An increasing number of dental practices are offering non-surgical treatments such as chemical peels and even fillers. Fillers are a non-surgical treatment using...

Colour Envelopes The World Of Crafty Cards Published on 17/08/2008

They say there is a card for every occasion, and those occasions are increasing. Taking a walk into any major card retail shop reveals the magnitude of events to celebrate and goals to mark. Birthdays, Christmas, Easter, wedding, sympathy, get well soon and congratulations are the main stay, but these paper tokens are becoming ever more specialized. It can be a hard job to find a card for a...

Cirque du Soleil Hospitality Brings Pleasure Back To The Circus Published on 16/08/2008

The circus has entertained people for centuries. Its origins lie in Roman times, where animals and theatre were used to entertain the populous. Following the demise of the Roman Empire however, there was a lack of circus type entertainment in Europe. The animal rich antics were taken up again by various travelling performers and gypsies throughout Europe, whilst the development of an...

Glassware Goes Safe For The Streets Published on 16/08/2008

Polycarbonate glasses and glassware are a versatile and tough alternative to standard or traditional glassware, and are becoming more and more popular in drinking establishments and premises throughout the UK. Gone are the old days of plastic glasses being easily recognizable as being made of plastic and looking cheap and cheerful, today the polycarbonate glasses on the market are as good as if...

Catering Equipment Can Be A Feast For The Soul Published on 16/08/2008

You don't need to be Gordon Ramsay or have a tendency to 'do a Delia' to revel in the delights of a well kitted kitchen and dining space. Quality equipment is what it is all about. We're not necessarily talking about spending a small fortune on items like the Juicy Salif to milk your morning OJ; true satisfaction comes from functionality. From toasting the daily bread to serving up a...

Bingo-ing Crazy For Online Gambling? Published on 15/08/2008

Two and six! Sixty six! All the fours! Forty Four! Clickety click... You would have to have been hiding in a dark cave in Siberia to not recognise the call of a bingo game. Connotations of grey sea-side resorts, howling wind and sticky sticks of rock come crashing to mind at the very thought of the game. Bingo is for run down seaside towns, tourists in kiss-me-quick hats, and penniless...

A Documentary Photo Book As Contemporary Art Published on 15/08/2008

In the advent of the digital era, photography has become available to the masses and everyone is a photographer. With humble beginnings, photography was confined to a small group of people that required the technical know how to make the technology work, and had very little to do with art or creativity. It was a scientific discovery, but its useful applications were not clear. It was not...

Slash The Chance Of Identity Theft With Shredding Published on 15/08/2008

Shredding personal documents is considered a very important part of home and personal security. In a world where identity theft has become a reality, disposing of sensitive information with bank details or national insurance details or addresses and dates of birth is essential self protection. The repercussions of identity theft can leave a bank account drained, credit cards filled and...