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Do's and Don'ts On A Cruise

2009-06-13T07:14:00.000-07:00

Below are some Do's and Don't on a Cruise!

DO:
Have a Passport if required!
Bring ID with you when you leave the boat
Bring travelers' checks
Make use of the ship vault for valuables
Bring standard medicines for headache or stomachache
Leave your PJs out if you're hanging out most of the night!
Get the anti-nausea patch or take Dramamine BEFORE boarding
Get up for breakfast...there's plenty of time for sleep and relaxing in the afternoon and pre-dinner
Buy the shipboard photo (good keepsake)

DON'T:
Venture too far from the boat unless you're on a tour

Forget to pack dress-up clothes unless you know your ship allows jeans/shorts in the dining areas

Bring back booze - it's a pain to carry as a carry-on (to keep from breaking)

What are some Do's & Don't you would like to add? Please feel free to leave a comment!

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Travel Getaways

2009-04-05T14:11:00.000-07:00

The weather is getting nicer and this can only mean one thing – it's time to dust off those clubs and play some golf! There aren’t many places you can go for an amazing golf vacation than Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head Island, SC. These two places seem as if they were created specifically for amazing golf courses!

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is a golfer’s dream come true! There are 9, count them 9 “Prime Time Signature” courses. There’s Kings North, Long Bay, Waterway Hills, Aberdeen Country Club, Litchfield Country Club, River Club, Willbrook Plantation and the Southcreek and West courses at Myrtle Beach National. You can stay a week, play one a day and still have missed two. The toughest part of your vacation will be deciding which course to try next!

For those who don’t play golf, there are great things to do in Myrtle Beach for the whole family. First off, the beautiful beaches here are pristine with plenty of things for the kids to see and do. Let the kids play as you relax on the beach in front of the beautiful ocean waves. Speaking of the ocean - the deep-sea fishing off the coast is full of excitement and makes for an exciting adventure everyone is sure to love!

Once the sun goes down, Myrtle Beach comes to life in a whole different way. Featuring shows for the whole family, great local bands playing live every night and dance clubs where you’ll dance till you can’t move anymore. Myrtle Beach really does have something for everyone!
Not to be outdone, Hilton Head, SC has more golf courses that you can shake a club at! Check out the Sea Pines Resort, Hilton Head National, Island West Golf, Rose Hill Golf Course and The Heritage Collection of Courses – which features six more world-class courses. It’s as if Hilton Head Island was made for golf and nothing else.

But wait! There’s more to Hilton Head than amazing golf courses everywhere you turn. This island is home to over 250 restaurants, grills, pubs and other eateries. Don’t let all the courses distract you from the culinary delights sprinkled all over this beautiful island or you’ve missed something truly special.

Since Hilton Head is an island, there are beaches all around you. What’s the point of going to an island if you aren’t going to spend some time at the beach? No matter which way you head, keep going and you’ll see the beauty and grandeur of the beaches of Hilton Head Island.

Don’t forget to bring your sea legs with you when you head to Hilton Head Island. The fishing and water sports here are activities you don’t want to miss. Deep-sea fishing, motor boating, swimming, surfing and water skiing are only a few of the adventures awaiting you on Hilton Head Island.

Have you been to South Carolina? Where was the last place you visited?

El Cinco De Mayo!

2009-04-01T12:51:00.000-07:00

El Cinco De Mayo! If you are planning a trip to Mexico or if you just don’t want to miss this party, we have some great packages to get you there on the cheap! Mexico is a glorious destination packed with beautiful vistas, entertaining places and some of the nicest people you’ll meet anywhere in the world.
Cancun

Cancun, Mexico is as perfect as you can get for a quick getaway from the stress and rush of day-to-day life. While the stunning blue lagoons with their tequila bars are more than enough reason to spend some time here, you can’t miss the local late night scene that is alive and kicking constantly.

Getting around in Cancun is made easy with their superb bus service, which can take you from those idyllic beaches to a thriving market community. Once there, you won't need to worry about getting hungry with all the local eateries covering the landscape. You can also check out some of the outstanding outdoor markets selling an incredible array of handmade wares.

One place you don’t want to miss is Xcaret - it’s amazing! During the day, it’s a fun filled water park where you can swim with dolphins or go snorkeling in a crystal clear underground river. At night, Xcaret features dinner with a show filled with Mexican music and dance featuring a fiery version of hockey that makes standard hockey seem calm and relaxing.

Mayan Rivers
The ancient Mayan civilization may be gone, but the people left behind unbelievable architecture in the form of the Mayan Pyramids. If you want a more laid back Mexican experience, there’s no better place than here. South of Cancun to Tulum, there’s a stretch of beach so pristine and beautiful the relaxation will take over your mind and body much like the waves of the ocean.
The beaches here received an extra boost of sand from Hurricane Wilma, which means there’s just more to love about this destination. Compared to Cancun, the Riviera Maya is very laid back and quiet. The hotels in this area are spread further apart and meant to be a destination of their own without the need of other locations.

If you never leave the hotel while you are here, you’ll still get everything you could imagine from a visit to the Riviera Maya. We suggest you pry yourself away from the tequila long enough to visit some of the ruins in Tulum to see something truly breathtaking. The vistas from this area are postcard perfect and the beaches are relaxing with crystal clear water in reach.

If you are planning to head to Mexico around late April or in May, you would be crazy to miss the el Cinco de Mayo celebrations. It’s as if the country comes to a halt to throw one of the most incredible parties you’ll find anywhere in the world! The 5th of May marks the date when Mexico was finally free of their foreign occupiers. This is a party you do not want to miss! Book your trip to Cancun or the Riviera Maya today!

Last Minute Trip Deals

2009-03-28T18:48:00.000-07:00

If you are looking to get away for a little while without spending a great deal of money, here are some great places to visit. All of these places have a serious charm all their own and there is truly something for everyone.

Bangor, Maine
If you are a fan of Stephen King, you’ll want to check out the town where he came from. Bangor, Maine is a quaint, 19th century town featuring more than just snow and the home of one of the scariest writers of our time. You can wander down to the birthplace of Paul Bunyan and create an adventure all your own on of the 140 wooded islands in the Penobscot River.

This quiet town is full of history, antique shops, cafés and museums and it’s the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. If you are looking for somewhere you can slow down and relax, you won’t find a better place to do it then Bangor, Maine. Sit down, have a cup of coffee at a café and breathe in the easygoing lifestyle for a bit.

Sarasota, Florida
If you seek a little more action out of your quick getaway, Sarasota, Florida is a great place to consider. This place is a sophisticated home for the arts and a haven for those who love the beach and all that entails. Sarasota has some of the finest sandy beaches in the world and most are only a hop from the Florida Key Islands where adventure waits at every stop.
If you want to do a little fun historical sight seeing, you can check out the Ringling Museums, which include the Italian mansion of John Ringling himself of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Sarasota has what you need whether it’s relaxing on a boat tour on the turquoise waters of the Bay of Sarasota or the excitement of their beautiful beaches.

Ottawa, Canada
Perhaps you feel like going a little further away from it all? Well, how does Ottawa, Canada sound? There is something fun to do here no matter the season – skating in the winter, boating in the summer and excitement all year around. You can take a ride down the Rideau Canal as it winds down past memorable city landmarks and the “beaver huts” which are riverside sources of their delicious beavertails.

You can also take a walk down to the ByWard Markets and sample some local flavors. There are plenty of local shops selling hand-crafted goodies you won’t want to miss. If you are in the mood for some enlightenment, the all-glass National Gallery of Canada has a breath taking view of the Ottawa River as well as an impressive collection of truly unique artwork. The people here are friendly and welcoming to visitors to their great city.

If you need to get away for a little bit and don’t want to blow your life savings doing it, there are plenty of great places just waiting for you! Where would you like to travel to?

Lifetime Sweepstakes

2009-03-27T08:05:00.000-07:00

Who doesn’t love sweepstakes? No one, that’s who! Now you have a chance to win an all expense paid luxurious vacation for two at the Paradise Village in sunny Mexico! Mexico has been a destination favorite for millions throughout the years for its sunny beaches, fantastic margaritas and of course, the friendly and accommodating people.

Paradise Village is located in Riviera Nayarit, just north of Puerto Vallarta. USA Today has called the Riviera Nayarit area the new destination for travel in Mexico. Complete with beautiful sandy beaches, an upscale hotel and a world-class marina, you'll never want to return home! It’s as if your life melts away as you are swept up in all of the excitement Mexico has to offer.

What else will you find in the Riviera Nayarit area? Not only do you get the water and the beaches while staying in a luxury hotel, you’ll get so much more! You may not even have enough time to get it all in before your trip is over! There is so much going on in Riviera Nayarit and you’ll be sure to make memories that last a lifetime!

You could spend a whole day exploring the rich history and culture of the area with delicious authentic cuisine in all the hot spots to eat. Sample the art and history of the area with shows and live performances all over the city - not to mention the local shops and vendors. You are certain to appreciate experiencing these native performances.

Are you an avid golf lover? On the other hand, maybe what you really want is a relaxing day at a world-class spa? Well, you got both in Riviera Nayarit! The area has earned the reputation as being one of the world’s best destinations for golfing. If the spa and pampering are what you need, you are in some of the best hands anywhere in Riviera Nayarit -their specialty is making sure you leave relaxed and happy.

Perhaps you are a bit more adventurous and want some excitement on your trip? Riviera Nayarit has it all - deep-sea fishing, whale watching, snorkeling and sailing are but a few of the adventures awaiting you in this beautiful location. There are so many things you can do here, I can't possibly tell you about them all, but suffice to say, you won't have to worry about finding things to do while you visit.

Registering for the Trip of a Lifetime Sweepstakes won't take more than two minutes of your time to complete. So if you like to travel - and want to keep up to date on some great deals - this sweepstakes is a win-win situation.

The winner of this sweepstakes will win 4 days and 3 nights for two at the Paradise Village in beautiful Riviera Nayarit. The prize also includes round-trip air fair from any major city in the United States as well as some spending money for the trip. So what are you waiting for? Enter today for your chance to win!

Last Chance: Are You Going to Willie Crawford's Birthday Party?

2009-03-21T20:58:00.000-07:00

Time is getting short, but you can still get tickets to attend Willie Crawford's Birthday Bash in Orlando, Florida. Willie is one of the biggest names in Internet Marketing and a whole ticket full of Internet Marketing greats are coming together to have a three-day party to help Willie Celebrate. If you've ever considered attending a live networking seminar, this is the one you've been waiting for!

Just take a look at this lineup:

Stephen Pierce- Stephen Pierce is known as a wealth creator. For many people, Stephen's name is synonymous with success. His teaching and training resonates with so many people because of his own background. Stephen has experienced homelessness and bankruptcy and has turned his own financial situation around to huge success in his own companies, programs, products and services. He now teaches those some processes and principles to others, teaching them how to turn things from distress to success.
Mark Hendricks - Mark Hendricks is globally known as an author, speaker, coach - a general business and marketing expert.
Lynn Terry- Lynn is a professional blogger and a Super-Affiliate. If you want to finally understand all the pieces that go into successful affiliate sales, you need to hear Lynn Terry speak!
David Preston - David is known as a "Legendary Consultant" by many of his students and peers in the online business world. David will show you how to break things down into a "stupidly simple" solution.
Ron Davies- Ron is a Word Press wiz who will teach you everything you need to know about blogging for profit.
Dr. Ron Capps- The Niche Prof- Ron is all about niche marketing and will show you how to use social media with what he calls an "Economy of Action." Learn how to utilize social media without using all of your time.
Shel Horowitz - Shel is an award-winning author who will speak on using ethics and expertise to build your business.
Rob Canyon - Rob is the #1 Traffic Conversion expert in North America for both online and offline business! You need to hear what Rob has to say!
Felicia Slatterly - Felicia is a powerhouse speaker who will talk about credibility in your business. Her infectious energy alone is worth the price of your ticket.
Kathleen Gage- Kathleen is the teleseminar expert and she is ready to share her systemized proven formula for success with teleseminars.
Kevin Johnson- "Mr. EBay," Kevin has been making nearly $4,000 a month while still holding a full-time job. Learn the tricks of profiting with eBay with only 10-15 hours of work each week.
Laura Fenamore- Laura's specialty is Body Image Mastery and she's the best. With praise from Jack Canfield, co-creator of "Chicken Soup for the Soul" you know she has something worth hearing. Learn to stop obsessing over your body and start learning to love yourself.
Sam Crowley - Sam shares his story of how he went from a stressed out overworked Fortune 100 executive to an incredible entrepreneurial journey where "Everyday is Saturday." If you're ready for some inspiration, Sam Crowley knows how to deliver it.

If you're ready to attend a networking event that can change your entire career, you need to attend Willie Crawford's Birthday Party, which includes a fun filled roast, the seminar and a party you won't soon forget.The tickets for this blowout are already extremely affordable at only $197 - with deeply discounted rooms at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Orlando, FL for only $109 a night. This is certain to be a value of at least 20 times what you pay- so book your reservation now to get your $25 credit to the hottest party and seminar going! You don't want to miss it!

Please leave a comment or send a email with your email address to receive your $25 Credit

Cruise to Your Honeymoon or Anniversary Dream Come True

2009-03-12T08:01:00.000-07:00

Your wedding and the honeymoon after is one of the most important times in your entire life. Few other occasions are the cause of so much planning and anticipation. In fact, because the wedding day is so special, we take the time to celebrate it every year for the rest of the marriage. Deciding where to go on your honeymoon is exciting, but it can be a source of stress as well. Trying to find the perfect destination, yet one that works within your budget can cause stress for even the happiest of couples. For the perfect honeymoon idea (or a great way to celebrate your anniversary, Sharnese Travel comes to the rescue.

One great way to create a memorable honeymoon is by taking a romantic cruise. Not only do you get the fun and excitement of being on a small floating city, you can explore new and exciting ports all over the world. This type of honeymoon is bound to create a lifetime of amazing memories and experiences you’ll never forget.

There are so many built-in advantages to taking a cruise, including enjoying all the amazing sites -especially the ocean in all its beauty at sunrise and sunset (and every moment in between) while never having to move from place to place. You don’t have to be concerned with where when to eat - there’s always food on a cruise - and every night on a cruise liner is something new and different! You can see all sorts of shows and live entertainment - including some that rival the best of Broadway.

Aside from all the great amenities and things to do fore every passenger, cruise lines love having honeymooners on their trips. They’ll go out of their way to make sure your trip is especially memorable (which is exactly what your honeymoon should be!). In fact, cruising is also the perfect way to celebrate your anniversary as well!

Imagine setting sail on a cruise for an anniversary trip - what a great way to recapture the romance and adventure of your honeymoon all over again - reliving one of the greatest times of your life can be an adventure in itself!

Traveling on a cruise ship is an amazing way to vacation! Everything you could ever need all in one inclusive package. Your tastes may have changed some since you were first married but that only opens up a whole new set of sights, sounds and tastes to enjoy and savor on an anniversary cruise.

Just like a honeymoon, celebrating your anniversary on a cruise ship is a VIP event to the staff and crew of the ship. Cruise ships specialize in love and romance and the staff will go out of their way to make sure you receive just the right mix of special attention and romantic privacy.
Whether you are booking your honeymoon or re-capturing the romance for your anniversary, why not book a cruise today? Your own love boat is waiting!

How To Obtain A Passport Quickly!

2009-03-06T08:45:00.000-08:00

Whenever you are traveling abroad there is a special list of things your will need. One of those, a very important one, is a passport. Not only is a passport needed to enter another country, but it is also an accepted form of identification all over the world. Most people go to their local post office to get their passport but there is a quicker and less expensive way to obtain one. We expect the passport card to be in full production beginning in July 2008. You will not be able to travel abroad without a passport once this goes into affect.

If you look at the prices you will have to pay for a passport from the Post Office, you see that regardless of what type of passport you need, there is a flat $25 acceptance fee. The rest of the charges all depend on whether it is a new passport, a renewal passport or if it’s a passport card, book or both.

The payments are also made to different places, meaning you have to write multiple checks. The acceptance fees are paid to the Post Office while the application fees are paid to the Department Of State. If you need the passport quickly, you'll be charged an additional $60 for expedited passport processing.

The alternative is to use Passport Visa Express through http://www.sharnesetravel.com/. Through this service, you can easily send all the documents needed for your passport, from the comfort of your own home. This service is extremely helpful for people who need a passport quickly as it can expedite the process for you.

Once you have all the requested materials ready, you need to send it with overnight processing to ensure the process is not interrupted by mailing delays. With this online service, your fees start as low as $45 you can get you passport sent to you in time for your trip.

There are multiple packages available depending on the time of your trip and how urgently you need your passport. The multiple package offers are designed to get your passport to you, anywhere in the world, quickly and safely. The fees paid to the company are for the expedition of the passport process.

The USPS suggests you apply for your passport months and months prior to your scheduled departure date. This means the passport process takes a longer time to complete and there is nothing you can do but wait. What if you don’t have months and months of time?

This is where a passport expedition service can be exactly what you need. For as little as $45, they can push your application though quickly and get your passport to you in plenty of time for your scheduled trip. This service not only saves you time and energy but also saves you the stress of worrying if your passport will be ready when it's time to leave for your trip. Save yourself the hassle and expense of Post Office passports and visit http://www.SharneseTravel.com/ today.

Here's Where To Go For Spring Break '09!

2009-02-25T11:55:00.000-08:00

It’s that time of year again - time to start looking into exactly where you'll be spending your week of partying and fun while you take a Spring Break from classes. With a tight economy, you may worry you'll need to change your plans, but luckily, that is not the case. Consider these destinations for Spring Break '09.

Cancun, Mexico

Mention Spring Break and at the top of everyone's list is Cancun. Cancun is a great location for many reasons. Cancun boasts some of the most beautiful beaches and scenery in the world. When it comes to Spring Break, the whole place is one of the most amazing celebrations you'll ever get to enjoy. Mexico is a great place to travel- it's inexpensive, the food is amazing and the weather will delight every fiber of your being. From white sand beaches to amazing sunsets to waters so calm every bit of stress will melt from your mind., Cancun is the ultimate Spring Break destination- and for '09, an affordable destination as well.

Miami, Florida

The beaches, the people, the attractions and the parties in Miami during Spring Break keep people coming back in droves year after year. The nightlife in Miami is a large part of what makes this a fantastic destination for Spring Break for the young and the old. There is, literally, something for everyone and it’s always going on there no matter what you enjoy. Whether you're on Spring Break from college or just going along for the fun, Miami is the "at home" version of getting away.

The U.S. Beaches In Panama

Known for The Panama Canal, but remembered for its beaches, nightlife, volcanoes and overall beauty. Panama, with U.S. beaches is a prime destination for Spring Break. You can spend the day lounging on the beach or wandering through the lush, tropical rain forest. When the sun finally goes down, spend the night dancing to local music and losing yourself in their rich and very unique culture. Panama is a great Spring Break destination, close enough to home to fit your budge.

No matter the destination you choose, any of the ones mentioned here will provide an amazing and unforgettable Spring Break '09 experience for you and your friends and family. Just remember to take your suntan lotion and some cool shades.

Are your travel arrangements done for Spring Break '09? If so, where are you going? How Long? If not, where would you like to travel to?

Aisle 19 -Save Your Money!

2009-02-18T05:01:00.000-08:00

Do you shop online? So do I! Well you are going to love what I have to share with you today. Aisle19.com is an online savings site and it should be your portal for all your online shopping needs. Through this site, you can directly access some of your favorite online shopping sites and get money back just for signing up! Best of all- it's free!

Yes, I said free! There are no fees or contracts at all. With the economy the way it is, people are spending less and stores are now competing for your business more than ever. Aisle 19 brings all these stores to you, linked through their site and you automatically get a cash back refund on anything you buy.

Some of the stores are very well known like Best Buy or Blockbuster. There are also lesser-known stores who offer crazy cash back bonuses up to 20%! Aisle 19 covers all the costs- and you get to save all the money!

Through this service you can sign up to be notified when certain stores run specials and to remind you of upcoming events like birthdays, anniversaries and holidays. You can even customize Aisle 19 to show only those things that interest you and when you go to the website, you get deal listings for individual stores you choose or the types of stores you prefer.

We all buy things for various reasons; why not go about it in a way that will save you even more money? Aisle 19 has partnered up with these stores to bring you the absolute best deals you can find anywhere online. Many places even offer free shipping right to your door. These days, if you can buy something for less, you need to do it and this website does just that for you.

The registration process takes about 30 seconds and then you are in. Customizing takes only about 2 minutes more and then you are all set to get special deals on the main page as well as in your email.

When you click on a store name, you will see a small page that tells you how much your cash back percentage is and then you are redirected to the actual store's website. If you leave the site, be sure to go back in through the Aisle 19 website or your cash back deals won’t work.
To learn more about Aisle 19 and all it has to offer, please watch this video and then register for your account! You're going to love all the savings you find with Aisle 19!

Now go sign up and start saving every time you shop- you won’t regret it!

Valentine's Day is Right Around the Corner- And I Have a Deal For YOU!

2009-02-11T07:24:00.000-08:00

It's that time of year again- Valentine's Day is right around the corner! I've got an extra special deal for you, too! Nothing says, "I love you" as beautifully as fresh flowers. I know, everyone says that, but it really is true! When your sweetie opens up that bouquet of fresh, gorgeous flowers and breathes in the scent, she'll know that you have the romantic side that makes her weak!

Here's the special part: When you order your sweetheart flowers you get much more than just a gorgeous bouquet of flowers! First, the flowers are fresh, fragrant and incredibly beautiful! You can choose from a variety of rose bouquets, carnations and other floral treats or you can pick from a choice of valentine gifts that come with adorable extras like stuffed teddy bears, cookies or heart-shaped boxes of all types and sizes and more.

In addition to finding the perfect floral arrangement, when you order your fresh flowers, Flora 2000 have an unprecedented 300% Guarantee on all flower deliveries! If you or your customer is not completely satisfied with your delivery Flora 2000 will:

Send a refund and
Send a replacement and
Send a coupon for 100% off your next order!

You just can’t beat that offer! You will either be completely pleased with your order or they will do everything they can to make sure you are satisfied 100%. How can you go wrong? How could you even consider ordering from anywhere but SharneseTravel.com this Valentine’s Day? We have what you are looking for and so much more!

Our 300% Guarantee is not something we take lightly and neither are the flowers you entrust us to deliver to the one you love. This is a very important day to you, which makes it even more important to us!

Flora 2000 is dedicated to providing the most beautiful, aromatic and most amazing flower displays you’ll find anywhere.

Remember, Valentine’s Day is just a few days away now! The flowers you send have to be perfect, Flora 2000 promise that we can make that happen for you. Head over to SharneseTravel.com and put your order in for the one you love today! If you aren't 100% impressed with their special floral gifts, you can trust in their unbelievable 300% Guarantee!

Happy Valentine' Day- to you from me!

Traveler's Profile

2009-02-04T10:43:00.000-08:00

When you are booking travel arrangements online, it can be extremely frustrating having to enter all of your private information into a form repeatedly. Every time you search for a flight, hotel or car rental, you need to start at square one and type in all of your personal information. This can be time-consuming and FRUSTRATING. At, Sharnese Travel & Cruises we have a feature that eliminates all that hassle, making it easier than ever to plan your next trip- introducing The Traveler's Profile.

The Traveler's Profile allows you to create an individualized profile that is securely saved within the system. Each time you return to the site, your profile information is ready and waiting for you, eliminating the need to re-enter all of your personal data. This feature is an added convenience to Sharnese Travel & Cruises!

The Traveler's Profile stores a wealth of information for you including:
· your name
· DOB
· addresses and phone numbers
· your passport information
· frequent flyer information
· car rental program data
· hotel guest program information
· itineraries
· payment profiles
· emergency contact information

The convenience of having all this information stored in one place allows you to create your travel plans faster and easier than any other site on the web- and it will keep you coming back to Sharnese Travel & Cruises for your travel needs.

ENTER TO WIN!!

You can make great use of your Sharnese Travel & Cruises Traveler's Profile right now with this incredible vacation opportunity! YTB is offering a chance to win a free vacation for two in the Bahamas! Just by visiting Sharnese Travel & Cruises, you can enter to win the Abaco Resort Trip of a Lifetime Sweepstakes!

This sweepstakes is an incredible opportunity to win a trip for two to the Abaco Beach Resort and Boat Harbour in the Bahamas! It includes round-trip airfare from any major US city and extra spending money to spend however you like!

This dream getaway is 4 days and 3 nights of relaxation and fun in one of the most beautiful destinations in the world! You can spend your days soaking up the sun on white sand beaches and your nights painting the town red in this exotic resort area!

How do you feel about our exclusive Traveler's profile? Would you use it or does it matter? Have you been to Abaco Beach Resort? What did you like best? Have you ever won a vacation? Would you like to? Please write a comment or voice comment!

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Ssshh! Here Are The Secrets For MLM

2009-01-22T15:00:00.000-08:00

Did I got your attention? There ARE no secrets, so you can read another post. Or you can continue to read the techniques that I used to attract other Network Marketers in my business. I've been introduced to this Industry 18 years ago. I immediately understood that I wanted to be in business for myself with little overhead. I immediately understood that I can create Financial Freedom, through helping others join my business. At the time, I thought it was based on how many people I can put into my business, and how many products I could sell. Thank God for Mike Dilliard, Mark Yarnell, Tim Sales, Charlie Howe just to name a few that have shared their techniques, strategies, struggles, and success.

Wait! Do not Give up!
My friend, do find yourself thinking that there is a secret or puzzle to MLM? There are no secrets. You must be willing to out do everyone around you in giving. Here is why your upline tells you to keep going, do not give up. There are people that you must meet to get you to the next step or put you on the right path for your business. Such as, Mike Dilliard, your neighbor, your online buddy. Although not everyone is meant for you to add to your list. You must identify those that are serious about helping you and those who are just trying to simply make a Fast Start Bonus, commission off of signing you up for their business.

Here is what you thought was the secret!

To be successful in this industry, you need to build relationships, give away resources, help others with their wants and needs. Let me explain how you can be successful without spending money! I'll give you two of my latest scenarios.

One of my favorite Social sites is Twitter.com. I am on the site for at least two hours throughout the day peaking interest, getting to know people and tweeting resources. Recently, I responded to someone who wanted to plan a Bloggers Cruise. Since Travel is my business I immediately jumped in to help. Today, that opportunity lead to a niche for my business. I found my niche! I help people plan their events on Cruises. This is how Twitter By The Sea came about. What does that mean? More customers booking travel, and more travel stores sold. Yes, I now have new business partners and customers simply because I kept going. I also became a conversationalist specialist. My eyes & ears are open for any and all opportunities that will expand, compliment or enhance my business. I learned how to fulfill the prospects wants and needs.

The latest scenario, I offered some resources to help someone with their business. Since, I've helped them with their wants and needs they are now a part of my list and my team. Yup. You need to start creating your list NOW!
MLM, Network Marketing, Our Industry is not about putting people in your business. It's about helping others with their wants and needs. Sometimes, your business may fit their want and needs. Here's what I suggest, gather resources that can help everybody in this industry and get them on your list right away! Ten years from now, and you just happen to find what everybody is looking for...You can pick up your list and get everybody involved. Not because, you found "it" but, because of the relationships you built and the people you helped along the way.

How many resources can you offer to help others? Okay, now give away as many as you can and build your list! That's the secret! Much success to you and your family!

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Let The Fun Begin!

2009-01-20T22:31:00.000-08:00

Let The FUN Begin On A Carnival Cruise Vacation!

5 Day Western Caribbean Cruises from Miami, FL. Join us! Themed Cruise for Bloggers, WAHM's, Social Media & Network Marketing! Saturday, August 29 - September 3, 2009! Your first destination on this adventure is Grand Cayman, an island famous for its Seven Mile Beach where you can enjoy all your favorite watersports. Other fun attractions include wildlife encounters and shopping in pastel-colored George Town. The next day you're in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, where the most popular of many attractions is Dunn's River Fall where you can climb a staircase of cascading water. On this cruise, you'll one fun adventure after another.

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Hope to meet you there!

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Twitter By The Sea Itinerary Is Here!

2009-01-09T05:44:00.000-08:00

I am flat out excited to announce our First Twitter Cruise! We will Cruise to Ocho Rios, Jamaica & Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands for 5 Days and 5 Nights, August 29 -September 3, 2009! This will be a FUN filled, networking, learning adventure for all us (told you we were going to have fun in 2009;-). Our first Twitter Cruise will be a sneak peak of the Annual Cruises. Each Category will have it's own Themed Cruise going forward.

We hope that you would want to attend, participate, or help sponsor the event. The Topics are Blogging, WAHM, Social Media & Network Marketing. Going forward, we will hold 3 Cruises annually. One Cruise for Bloggers Cruise, WAHM Cruise, Social Media & Network Marketing Cruise. Deposits start at $25.00 per person for Inside, Ocean, Balcony view. Suite, Triples, Quads, deposits are $200.00 per person. Deposits are due February 26, 2009.
You can reference http://www.TwitterByTheSea.com/ for updates. Please, pardon our appearance, we are working on both the website and blog for Twitter By The Sea. Thanks for your patience.

Book Now!

http://www.sharnesetravel.com/

Click on the link
Click on Group tab
Scroll down to "1st Twitter By The Sea" and click on the link

You can shop and compare for your airfare and any other travel related products !

Going forward I will share tips with you, to make your experience the best travel experience ever!

First Time Cruising
Experience Cruisers
On-Board Fun
On-Board Program
Speakers Profiles & Topics
Fun-Pass (Quick Check-In)
Documents needed (Passport will be needed)
Travel Wear
Camping Carnival (Baby sitting service)
Highlights of our Destination - Ocho Rios, Jamaica & Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
How to win Cabin Credits for future Cruises

Bringing a Guest or Sharing Cabins?

There can be up to 4 passengers per Cabin. Credit card will NOT be charged until the 1st deposit date, which is always posted on the registration page. Everyone in that triple or quad cabin will be paying the same amount. We will formulates the rates of the triple and quad cabins by adding the 1st & 2nd guest rate to the 3rd & 4th guest rate then dividing by 3 or 4 people, so that everyone sharing a cabin will have the same rate. We will post the correct rates on the website for all the cabin types. 3rd & 4th passenger rates are $90.00 plus Non commissionable fares, Taxes, and Gratuities. Book Now! Cabins will sell out!

Are you a US Citizen?

When you log onto the website to register, I strongly advise that you let us know if you are a US citizens are not. There is a place at the end of the registration process where they can type notes. Please enter this info there. This will be very helpful info to the cruiseline as well. If the cruiseline assumes that a passenger is a US citizen, and you are not, you will be denied boarding. This is a security matter and it is strictly enforced by every cruiseline.

Book the correct cabin type

If you make a mistake and book the wrong cabin type, you will have to redo the whole registration process. This means that if there are only two passengers traveling you must book into a double cabin space and not a triple cabin space just in case you friend may want to go. It must be exact based on their needs. The cruiseline does not allow TBAs (Name to be announced later). It must be the legal given name for each guest or the entire cabin will be cancelled. There is to be NO duplications of the same name, everyone who will occupy a bed in a cabin must use their legal name on the registration page.

Under the age of 21

Any child who is under the age of 21 must have a paying adult booked in the same cabin who is over the age of 25. This does vary from cruiseline to cruiseline, so please always check the line you are sailing on for updates and rules on this issue. Any child who is traveling with someone other than a parent or legal guardian they must have a permission slip from the absent parents stating that they are aware that their child is traveling with someone other than a parent or legal guardian. This permission slip must be signed by the absent parents/parent and "notarized". This would include a minor child traveling with a father or mother who are divorced or grandparents. They must have permission from the absent parent for the child to travel with the other parent. Should the cruiseline ask for this permission slip and no one has the notarized letter of permission the cruiseline can deny boarding of that minor.

Travel Insurance Insurance is optional but strongly recommended.

All deposits and payments are refundable before June 1, 2009.

All Cabin changes, and refund request need to be made to me via email: http://www.Travel@sharnesetravel.com/

All emails must include the group name and sailing date in the subject line. Please include Passenger Full contact information and cabin confirmation number and the changes you would like made.

Can't wait to meet you there!

Book Now! Deposits are $0, First Payment due April 29, 2009

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Are We Having FUN Yet?

2009-01-05T15:30:00.000-08:00

I promised that 2009 would be our year right? Well, one of my resolutions was to write more (at least 2-3 times a week) and create valuable content for my readers. So far, I am writing my third post for 2009. Yippee! I hope you find this post a little more entertaining that the others. My first New Years Resolution, was to start having FUN! So let's do it!

My friend, ever since I was 7 years old I wanted to help people. Yup. I was only 7 and knew that I would be helping others during my lifetime. I enjoy it! Sometimes, you wonder if while helping people if they are listening. I've decided that I am only the messenger, it's up to the individual to take action. Well, who am I? Robert Kiyosaki & Donald Trump are also messengers, and most people ignore them (lol).

I received a phone call today from a "fishing prospect" Yup. I said it she was fishing. I later learned that she was comparing companies. She started off by inquiring about my Company $6, 000 Guarantee, she was interested in a part time job but couldn't imagine working for a total of twelve hours a day. I gave her the resources to review, and she insisted that I tell her ALL about it. Well, I decided to keep it simple. I shared with her how the guarantee was based on activity, not productivity and would pay her on average $500.00 a month. I went on to explain the activity process, she would need to pass out 1 magazine five days a week for 12 consecutive months, get the prospect contact information and follow up to ask what he/she liked best about the magazine. She gasped "I can't ask for people contact information!" I went on to explain that she will need to enter the information in a database, so the company can keep track and reward her for following the magazine program.

She began to complain that five minutes of her day was way too much time to earn $500 a month! ( I wanted to suggest that she get a job at McDonald's or Walmart) It was at that moment, I knew that she didn't understand how money works. I asked her which would she prefer to work an extra four hours to earn $20 or pass out one magazine on way home from work, to earn $20.

She started to say that she would make more than $20 a day working part time for someone else. I sat back and asked her if she would prepare lunch/dinner during the time she would work? How many miles/gas she was willing to drive? Asked her if she was tax exempt? She immediately stated that she understood where I was going. You see there is no need to attack people, if you take the time to paint a visual, your prospects will eventually take the time to hear you out. She finally understood that she would spend more time trying to make a measly extra $500 a month if she choose any other route. She went on to share with me how she was not happy with her current business. I listened, and when needed shared resources to help her with her business.

Albeit, she called me back within the hour, asking how can she get started? She appreciated the time I took to answer her questions, share resources to help her current business, and helping her understand the $6,000 Guarantee. Well, the rest is history. I want you to know that I had FUN sharing resources with her, and I found her questions (and rebuttals) very entertaining. It didn't feel like WORK, because I knew that I would be helping her. That's what matters to me!

Make sure that when you are sharing information that you are having FUN. Do not talk to a prospect, thinking by the end of this call she/he is signing up! Take the time to answer questions, give resources, and build relationships. If you feel the need to get a expert or more seasoned Partner on the call, then advise your prospect that you will three-way him/her to assure that you get her questions answered right away. I learned a long time ago, that you should tell your upline/partner story until you've created your story. Here's to creating your story & having FUN while doing it!

I would like to learn how you are having fun working your business? Leave a comment!

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You Are Bad For Business

2009-01-02T07:42:00.000-08:00

Did I get your attention? Good! You may want to know about what's revolutionizing the internet. It has definitely changed the way me, and my Business partners advertise our business online. Watch Local Ad Link in Action

And it hits you like a punch in the jaw.

What if THE ONLY THING holding you back from the life you want, the only barrier to your business being TWICE as successful...

What if it was YOU?

Not technology, not the economy, not the market, not the product, service, system or site.

Just YOU. (But hold on, it's not all bad news...)

How Do I Get Started?. If you are NOT advertising your business, you do not have a business. I don't think I'd ever believe that, but it's true. I always relied on word of mouth, until someone broke the chain. Network Marketers would probably agree with me. Who knows about your business? God & your spouse? See for yourself how these people solved the "YOU" problem in their businesses....

WARNING: This may not make much sense if you didn't see the first video. Watch Local Ad Link in Action

Can you imagine, as you look into 2009 - even in these troubled economic times - can you imagine seeing Massive Profit Growth for Your Business just because you choose to do something different, such as give your online business a online presence?

Once you Watch Local Ad Link in Action you just might...

But I WARN you. Once you watch it, you might be left with a terrible feeling that you've been holding yourself back. But be sure you watch it all the way to the end, and you'll be left with a much, much better feeling about your business future.

P.S. Don't forget that you no longer need to worry about PPC (pay per click) and you WILL dominate the search engines (Ssshh! Don't tell anyone I said that!) How Do I Get Started?

P.S. Need proof? go to any search engines type in "manhattan travel, travel or cruises" Do you see James Bonanno as #1 or 2? He past Expedia,Travelocity ( just to name a few). If so, he is and will be taking YOUR customers and prospects. If not, it means you are ahead of the competition because he has not used the zip codes in your area.

P.S. Now, let me get started and place my own ads, so that I can share my testimony with you as soon as next week! Until then leave a comment. I would love to know your thoughts on this revolutionary way of advertising online.

2009 Is Your Year

2009-01-01T12:18:00.000-08:00

Here is my desire for you and your family that 2009 be the best Year ever! 2009 Is YOUR year! Unless YOU take action my desire is just a wish. I would like to give you a few tips to help you take action and find your passion also to discover your life's purpose.

Before you think about making 2009 Your year, first lets reflect on 2008.

What did you do differently?
What did you achieve?
Are you closer to your goals? If not, why?
Have you lost your vision, to dream slayers?
Was your goals or vision to vague or unrealistic?
Are there SOME achievements you are GLAD about in 2008?
Are there some things you regret? Now is the time to forgive and move forward.

Your life is like a book. Let us close chapter 2008 and move to chapter 2009. Ready to close chapter 2008? Let us open Chapter 2009 because this IS your year! Let's start with our goals for 2009. There are 3 things that we want to consider focusing on while moving forward to the best year ever!

It has to line up with your life vision and passion.
It has to include a balance in all areas of your life; Spiritual, financial, mental, family, health, achievements, leisure.
Life may get in the way, so there needs to be some flexibility in our projects.

Here are some things you may want to consider to help get you moving towards your vision and passion. You may want to write these down, then answer them.

What do I want for myself?
My goals for me and my family are?
My goals to reach out and help others are?
My business goals are?
My Health goals are?
My spiritual goals are?

Write your goals down, and visit them daily. Find a coach, mentor or a teacher. Involve your family and allow them to participate, they will be more supportive. No one to support you? Always lean on God first to support you. You are welcome to contact me. I will be your friend, running partner, coach, teacher and or mentor. I am here to help you make 2009 YOUR year! Get started today!

"A year from now you may wish you had started today." - Karen Lamb

Finally, Targeted Internet Advertising by Zip Code and Interest Level

2008-12-27T15:35:00.000-08:00

What is Local Ad Link?

The easiest and most affordable way to connect Local Business with Local Consumers. It is affordable and a local solution to the online marketplace. Lets face it, for the small business owner, home based business owner the advertising marketplace has changed. We have the solution and you can profit being first to market with this new technology. Go to any search engine type in "Manhattan travel" If Jamie entered your zip code for his campaign, he will get all the traffic, and customers in your area. If you do not see Jamie ad, he is not dominating your area so therefore you are ahead. Make a decision, to get ahead of your competition now! Log onto http://www.localadlink.com/ who do you see? Your local business that have already began to advertise through Local Ad Link.

Many local business may have a website, but most have no clue how to generate traffic to it. Most business will fail because of little or no advertising. We provide the solution to the problem for millions of small businesses, home based business owners by giving them a web presence at half the cost with more power and features. We will provide you with all of the information you need to make an educated decision. Don't wait to launch your Local Ad Link business; it could be the most important financial decision that you make in your lifetime. Start with the videos below then review the links above and get back with us so we can show you how this can change the way you advertise in a big positive way.

Watch Local Ad Link in Action

What Makes Us Different?

We provide you with a complete mini website. Not only with complete Business Details, but with Google map driving directions, Coupons, Pictures and even Video.
We host it on http://www.localadlink.com/.
We Geo-Target your listing by Zip Code and Interest Level of the viewer.
We then Push your ad out to over 150 of Highest Traffic Websites like Cnn, Youtube, Myspace, Gmail, FaceBook and the like.
We also get you up very high on 109 search engines like Google, Yahoo, Ask, and Msn
Coming Soon: your ad will be seen on Millions of sites because of our e-commerce solution with I-Supply.

What would it cost you to advertise on the most popular, and high traffic websites?

With our Geo-Targeting of zip codes and Interest level you can now be seen on websites that your customers are viewing.
Keywords on the page are correlated to the keywords in your ad.
The relevant Local Ads are displayed on your future customers browser.

Would you like to be on the top of the Search engines?

We push your Ad out to all 109+ search engines.
We link all Ads back to Local Ad Link so you share in the popularity of our whole Ad Network so you get very high placement and usually the first page.
Others are currently paying hundreds and some, thousands of dollars for this on just one search engine like Google

How does it work?
Local Ad Link uses geo-targeting technology which determines the physical location of a web site visitor and delivers different content to that visitor based on his or her location.

Local Ad Link and The Internet
The revolutionary part of LocalAdLink is that we take your business listing and push it out onto the web. What does this mean for you? Well, we're not just sitting back and waiting for people to visit LocalAdLink, we are pro-actively pushing your listing out through our partner web sites. Your listing can be seen on some of the most popular web sites, search engines, and social networks in America. Some of these include Goggle, Yahoo, MSN, AOL, Ask.com, Earth link, YouTube, GMAIL, About.com, Napster, PGA.com, Redbook, Hollywood.com, Monster.com, MySpace, LinkedIn, Friendster, Bebo, Hi5, Orkut, MiGente and BOOMj. But the best part is by using our geo-targeting software, your ad is only shown to people in your area which ensures you get the most value for your advertising dollar.

How Do I Get Started?
Be the first in your area and maximize your website traffic! Click on "Get In Now" Much success to you! I commend you for marketing your business.

Start 2009 with marketing your business the right way. I would love to read your thoughts, leave a comment.

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BetterRTA.Biz: Twick or Tweet?

2008-12-26T08:17:00.000-08:00

BetterRTA.Biz: Twick or Tweet?

Twitter By The Sea

2008-12-19T03:40:00.000-08:00

BIG event hitting Twitter and you are invited!

"Twitter By The Sea!"

Themed Cruise For Bloggers, Social Media, WAHMS, Inspirational Speakers, recently added by demand Network Marketers.

Special thanks to my twitter friends @perrybelcher for Giving the Cruise it's Title, also @Sugarkisses and @1stopmom for requesting a Bloggers Cruise! I am excited to announce that we are planning a Themed Cruise for 2009 in August (may change, based on demand). Itinerary for the Cruise will be tweeted and posted on my blog and http://www.TwitterByTheSea.com/ (coming soon) on or by January 10, 2009. Check back for updates!

We have been tweeting surveys, gathering information, and looking for Twitter friends that would like to participate. We have been asking questions such as

1. Who are your favorite Bloggers?
2. What blogger would you love to meet?
3. Would you like to learn how to blog?
4. Would you like to be a Guest Speaker?
5. Would you like to attend a Social Media Cruise?
6. Would you like to attend a WAHM Cruise?
7. Would like to become a WAHM?
8. Who inspires you on Twitter?
9. Which Motivational Speaker would you like to meet?

We received several emails, DM'S, and retweets from Twitter friends such as @TexasSnowman, @Conniegreen, @PlusSizeMommy, @dalesio, @CathyBend, @hotchoccarmocha, @PamEvans, bunnies28, tamerrashdan, aceconcierge, Vhutchisoncoach, @craftymamaof4, @noraburns, @saranw, @denyseduhaime @carogonza, @leahita @sketoaks We appreciate the overwhelming responses, and DM's (emails) regarding Cruise ideas, wanting to learn more info, wanting to participate, and sharing your favorite Bloggers, Social Media, and WAHMS.

Me and my Twitter friends are hoping to meet @perrybelcher, @momversation, @WarrenWhitlock, @scobleizer @chrispirillo, @paintermommy, @drmommy, @thedailyblonde, @cgccoach, @coachkaren, @WillieCrawford, @sundaycosmetics, @Marriage_Zone, dcrblogs, @incslinger on the cruises. Can you imagine meeting Tweeples that are supportive, creative, and powerful key players on the internet? We also have another guest, who we are trying to get on Twitter, he is known Worldwide Best selling author of several books. We will announce him soon. Check back for updates!Let's make it happen in 2009! Thanks too @thedailyblonde, @paintermommy, @perrybelcher, for all the work they have already contributed! Looking forward to having you as Guest speakers!

My friends, here are the updates for the Cruise request.

We are still gathering information, preparing surveys, and waiting for confirmations from our invited guest speakers! We are having fun planning the cruise. Here are the destinations we are considering Jamaica, or Bermuda leaving Departures will be from either New York, NY or Florida. The Cruise line will be Carnival. There is an overwhelming response for Hawaii! However, we are trying to stay within 6 Days and 5 Nights. Destinations, and departures may change based on the demand of our fellow Tweeples request. Not in the United States? Plan your vacation around your business trips to the U.S. and welcome aboard! Please come back and view this blog for updates!

We would like to give back to our fellow Tweeples travel accommodations! *$0 for the cost of the cabin! Yes, our promoters, and guest speakers, coordinators will cruise for a fraction of the cost. Example: *Sell 15 cabins to receive cabin credit. More details on our conference calls (number will be emailed to you) I will cover the cost of the cabin, you will only pay taxes, surcharges, and port fees! What away to take a lovely vacation, meet your fellow Tweeples, learn, network, and see the world!

All details will be in upcoming post. Please continue to give feedback, retweet, and get your Blogger, Social Media, WAHM, Inspirational, Humor, Network Marketers Tweeples involved!

**Hashtag for the event: #TwitterCruise
**Follow @TweetThisCruise

We are shooting for

Promoters who will promote the Cruise (flyers, websites, blogs etc.)
Six Guest speakers (based on demand)
3 Coordinators/helpers

Once you have made the decision to participate, please email your profile Travel@SharneseTravel.com Subject: #TwitterCruise

Copy the HTML below the "Twitter By The Sea" button located on the right panel, paste it on your blogs and or website.
Copy the HTML below the "Book Now" button located on the right panel, paste it on your blogs and or website. "Book Now" button coming soon
Post about the event on your own blog. Please include the link to your post in your comment.
Fill out the survey on the right panel of this blog.
Leave a comment with your name, email, and the position you want to participate in.
Tweet your heart out. Let other Tweeples on Twitter know about the fun event! Please use the **hashtag, #TwitterCruise in your tweets.
Email Travel@SharneseTravel.com for details (once completed steps 1-6)

You're next!

If you would like to participate, click on the comment link enter your name and URL, start working on steps 1 through 7. Thank you, for your participation!

Not chosen to participate? You're still involved! We will be sharing numerous resources, comedy, inspiration. Hmmm... what is your most embarrassing moments as a WAHM? Did your child do something wrong that you couldn't help but laugh at? What techniques you use to gain the support of your spouse, while working your WAHM business? What are the best templates, platforms, plug-ins for blogging? What are the best SEO Tactics.....You never know... might be something fun or learning experience in it for you!

Would you like to offer a giveaway for this fun filled event? If you would like to sponsor a giveaway, please leave a comment or send a email to www.Travel@SharneseTravel.com with **hashtag, "#TwitterCruise Sponsor" in the subject. We are accepting giveaways for everyone in mind - Bloggers, Social Media experts, WAHM, Network Marketers! Please include your Twitter URL eg: www.Twitter.com/TweetThisCruise

Hope that you join us! Can't Join us? Receive a Travel Giveaway, Once you Grab the Button to the upper right panel!

Grab the button
Post button to your website or blogs
Leave a comment with your Link and email address along with your choice of one Travel Voucher ie: Cruise, Companion airfare, or Hotel Accommodations

If you are not on Twitter and would like to participate register for Twitter and follow me for updates www.Twitter.com/TweetThisCruise

Happy Tweetering!

10 Ways To Market Your Business

2008-12-16T06:47:00.000-08:00

Imagine that you recently started your business, how are you going to get your products to the market? Who knows about your business? You, your spouse and God. Most business fail within the first five years because of little or no marketing.

I strongly suggest that when you start a business, write a list of methods to use to market your business. Narrow it down to two methods that you are comfortable with, and another method that you are not. Yes, you will need to get out of your comfort zone, try a method that you are uncomfortable with. I suggest that you use three to five methods during the first year, and every year thereafter incorporate another method to market your business. Once you've made it to the fifth year, you will have at least seven methods to use for your marketing campaigns. Marketing is crucial for any business.

Here are ten methods I am currently using to market my business.

Word of Mouth
Blogging
Voice blogging
Placing online ads
Member of Social sites
Exchanging Business cards
Hosting House Parties
Email Campaigns
Attending the Big events
Requesting Referrals

I receive tons of emails asking me how I made it to the different postitions in my business, now you have a list! Choose two methods and master them, then move forward. Try the free methods first, but quickly invest in your business. If you are on the go, use the word of mouth method and exchange business cards. Passing out your business cards, will not drive traffic to your sites or bring you business. However, when you exchange business cards your are opening the door for communication with your prospect or customer.

Albeit, if you outsource your work you will become more productive. Outsourcing is essential to your business, it allows you to focus on the desired results. My friend, I know what you're thinking..."I do not have the money to outsource." When you attended college, did you invest in books, education? Invest in your business and educating yourself about your business. Imagine that someone is doing all the work for you, while you are spending time on taking your business to the next level. What would outsourcing do for your business? It will help you become more productive, and make more money. Yes, you should outsource all or most of the marketing methods whether you are on the go or work at home mom.

Here is the newest method I am using, voice blogging. Snapvine brings voice and mobility to social networks. Using the Snapvine Voice Player, Voice Blog, or Talking Photo, users are able to safely communicate -- in their own voices -- with their online communities. Once, you've decided on a Topic it's simple, takes only five minutes a day to set up and maybe five minutes to draw traffic. It allows you to connect with your prospects/customers. First set up a application such as http://www.ping.fm/ Ping.fm is a simple service that makes updating your social networks a snap. Try it set up your accounts today, and market your business. I will discuss the do and don'ts to marketing your business in upcoming post. Until then, get your marketing plan together, set up your accounts, and do not wave the flag of your company. Focus on marketing yourself first, and helping others.

While marketing your business remember to give great content, offer value, drive traffic, and monetize last. Do not try and sell your products first, it does not work online or offline. Think about the last time you had buyers remorse, or how you were sold on something you really did not need or want? Find out your prospects/customers needs and wants. Although, there are many methods to use in marketing your business, start planning now. What marketing methods are you using, or will start using and why? Please leave a comment. Happy marketing!

Better Than I thought!

2008-12-04T05:28:00.000-08:00

What can you do to tap into a $7 trillion dollar industry? Start your own Travel Agency! Take two minutes to listen to a overview 512-404-1250 press 1 or view a 20 min presentation to hear more! http://www.easy6k.com/

My friend I want to share with you, what my millionaire mentors have shared with me two years ago. I made a choice two years ago to buy money, instead of things. It was the best decision ever. What are you going to do for your family future? The Holidays are coming upon us, 98% of Americans WILL buy things. 2% of Americans will BUY money.

Start your business this year, and change your situation by doing something different. Two years ago, I was tired of doing the same things and getting the same results. I decided to do something different, today I am a full time mom! Helping people just like you towards time and financial freedom! It all starts with you making a commitment to do something different. Learn how to travel the world in style, for a fraction of the cost. If you knew for certain that within 2 years you would be able to fire your boss, making $30,000 a month would you take a look? Listen to the overview or view the company presentation, contact me right away so that I can help you get started today!

Holiday Special 'Tis better than I thought!

Now through January 10, 2009, We are offering two incredible packages just for you!
This holiday season, do something special for yourself—Become a travel site owner at
an unbelievable price! RTA Special- (A $748.80 Value) For only $499.90, you can become a Referring Travel Agent and reap the rewards:

• Personalized travel booking engine
• Four powerful niche sites including Golf, Romance, Outdoors and Flowers
• The $49.95 monthly web site hosting fee is waived for your second and third months* (A $99.90 Value)
• Complimentary access to First Class Training (A $149 Value)
• Earn 70% of the commission paid to our company for every sale made on your site**

To take advantage of the RTA Special, go to your sponsor’s web site and click Join Now! Follow the prompts, and you’ll be well on your way to becoming a Referring Travel Agent!
*First month’s web site hosting fee is included in the $499.90.
**To earn 70% of the commission paid to our company you must successfully complete First Class Training. Until completion, you will only earn 60% of the commission paid to our company.

Affiliate Special

If you’re not quite ready to be an RTA, consider this package. You get several of the great benefits but without the added cost.
For only $250, you’ll receive:
• Personalized travel booking engine
• Four powerful niche sites including Golf, Romance, Outdoors and Flowers
• Your first month’s web site hosting fee is waived (A $49.95 Value)
• Earn 30% of the commission paid to for every sale made on your site
• Ability to upgrade and earn 60% of the commission paid to for an additional $250

Go to your sponsor’s web site and click on Coach’s Christmas Specials. Once there, input your information into the form and a corporate team member will contact you shortly to set up your personalized travel booking engine. Can’t wait for a call? You can call us! Just dial (618) 655-9477 and push option number five to speak with a live agent. Home Office Support Team Hours Monday – Friday 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. CST

Your sponsor: Sharnese LaNier 910-794-5761

Call me today! Let me take you by hand and support, train, coach, and mentor you to time and financial freedom!

Why are we Giving Thanks?

2008-11-26T07:12:00.000-08:00

What comes to mind when we think of Thanksgiving? Family gathering, football, Turkey, cranberry sauce, pies and shopping on Black Friday are images that cross our minds. Of course, none of this came to mind when the Pilgrims sat down with Wampanoag Indian Tribe. It was a Harvest Feast for them, giving thanks for "nature." We model our modern-day Thanksgiving Holiday after Harvest Festival. The Pilgrims and The Wampanoag gave thanks for nature. Why are we giving thanks?

From Wikipedia, definition of Thanksgiving Day

"The First Thanksgiving", painted by Jean Leon Gerome Ferris (1863–1930).
Thanksgiving Day Observed by Canada, United States
Type National Date Second Monday in October (Canada);Fourth Thursday in November (U.S.)
2008 date October 13, 2008 (Canada);November 27, 2008 (U.S.)

2009 date October 12, 2009 (Canada);November 26, 2009 (U.S.)

Thanksgiving, or Thanksgiving Day, is a traditional North American holiday, and is a form of harvest festival. The date and whereabouts of the first Thanksgiving celebration is a topic of modest contention. Though the earliest attested Thanksgiving celebration was on September 8, 1565 in what is now Saint Augustine, Florida [1][2], the traditional "first Thanksgiving" is venerated as having occurred at the site of Plymouth Plantation, in 1621. Today, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday of October in Canada and on the fourth Thursday of November in the United States. Thanksgiving dinner is held on this day, usually as a gathering of family members.

Why I give Thanks

My Friend everyday we should give thanks. Give thanks to God for being able to wake up another day. We should give thanks for our health, our family, friends, our jobs, being self-employed, people who adopt, people who give to charity, people who help the elderly and the sick, people who feed and shelter the homeless, Organizations that help fulfill needs, Our forefathers, our Leaders, Pastors, Teachers, Doctors, people who instill vision. Give thanks for everything, and everybody!

Today I reflect on what I am thankful for. I am thankful for a roof over my head, clothes on my back, food on my shelves, my son, family, and my health (just to name a few). I am thankful for making a decision to FIRE my boss 13 months and 26 days ago. I am blessed to be at home, raising my son. I am thankful for my 400+ business partners who decided to a part of the 2% of the wealthy people. It's not easy making a decision to do something different, and or get out of your comfort zone. Be thankful for having it all or next to nothing. Be Thankful that you lived to see another Thanksgiving.

Happy Thanksgiving to all my readers! Share with me, why you give thanks? Or what Thanksgiving means to you.

How To Market To A Broader Audience

2008-11-24T13:43:00.000-08:00

As a Travel agent, one would rather sell one on one with a "qualified client" however, this is not always practical and, does not allow you the chance to prospect. Additionally pitching to a broader audience opens the doors for more potential leads. You may want to consider Direct Mail Marketing, also known as Direct-response marketing it is one of the most effective ways to solicit existing and potential clients. Direct communication can be as simple as mailing a postcard or as elaborate as a mailing package.

Below are the statistics from the U.S Postal Service

55% Look forward for their mail
56% of adults say that receiving mail is a pleasure
67% Feels as though mail is still more personal than the Internet.
98% of Consumers bring in their mail, the day its delivered.
77% Sort through their mail immediately

Compared to other Media, Mail connects to the individual on a personal level

Mail gets your message in your clients hands
Mail takes you to the person in charge
Mail boast a loyal readership
Useful mail performs distinct tasks

On any given day, our clients can take their business else where. You want to stand out above the rest, and market differently. Direct Mail will help you communicate effectively and retain your clients. Use a database/Customer Relationship Manager such as TRAMS Client Base. This will allow you to collect valuable information about your clients. You can also use the data to target or segment your mailings. Database Marketing will save you money and boost your results. You can match your clients based on age, destination, income etc. Most suppliers offer significant resources to assist your promotions including Collateral Customizer and Reprinted material.

Below are examples of Direct Mail Communication

Postcards- quick, enticing way to get the phone to ring
Endorsement letter with brochure- If written well, can be very effective
Shells: Great for specific information, allows for customization
Supplier brochures, letterheads etc. (not as personal)
Newsletter-Should be considered as regular communication
Fliers- Quick, and easy (not as effective)

Consider mail that you receive. If it does not catch your interest, most likely its tossed in the wastebasket. If its intriguing, or personal you open it quickly. Most suppliers/vendors offer customizers. You can design, print, redistribute most of your Direct Marketing Mail with ready made templates. Some are free, others may charge a small fee.

If you decide to use Direct Mail, keep these four core objectives in mind

Personalize to "get it opened"
Attract their interest with a bold message..."to get it read"
Keep the message clear..."to make it understood"
Use a clear call to action..."to drive the client to you"

Accomplishing, these goals is the essence of successful direct-response marketing.

Analyze your Promotion. Make a record of your mailing details

Mailing and Production cost
Promotion Profits
Number of pieces mailed
Client list selection criteria

This information will help you compute the Return On Investment (ROI). Your promotion profit divided by promotion cost. The higher the ROI, the more effective your promotion was. It helps you determine what you learned so that you can apply it to your future mailings.

Tips:

Direct your letter to the woman of the household. Women mainly makes the vacation decisions.
First class mailings, stagger mail over several days to handle the responses promptly.
Best times to promote depends on destination (Contact District Sales Manager of the supplier/vendor for further assistance)

Leave a comment, tell me what other ways are you using to market your business?

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Difference Between Greatness and Mediocrity

2008-11-18T09:33:00.000-08:00

I thought this was an awesome article, by CEO Mac Anderson, SimpleTruths.com. I wanted to share it with you. Hope you enjoy reading it as much as I did!

Self-discipline and self-motivation are joined at the hip

Why is that?

When you practice self-discipline you feel like you are in control of your life. You feel content and motivated because you're moving toward your goals.

On the other hand, psychologists tell us that stress and unhappiness arise when you feel controlled by outside circumstances, which is what happens when there is no discipline in your life.

Brian Tracy is one of America's leading authors on the development of human potential. He's written 25 books and speaks to over 250,000 people a year. His new book titled The Power of Discipline can change your life forever.

Brian said, "If I had to pick the #1 key to success, it would be...self-discipline. It is the difference in winning or losing; between greatness and mediocrity.

Today, I'd like to share Brian's introduction in The Power of Discipline...7 Ways It Can Change Your Life. Enter "The Power of Discipline" In the search box.

Enjoy!
Mac Anderson

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Resources for Travel Agents and Customers

2008-11-07T08:21:00.000-08:00

My friend, did you know that we have other resources that we can use to expand or enhance our YTB Business? Yes! besides the awesome benefits, training, and products that comes with your business, you will be able to benefit other travel related resources. Below are a just a few, and more to come. Please subscribe, follow or comment on this blog. Make sure to check for more updates in the future. I am constantly researching for ways that we can become a Better RTA.

1. http://www.tripology.com/ - Tripology matches customers with travel specialists who can plan and book their vacation!

Here's how it works for the Customer: Tell Tripology about the kind of trip they want to take. Review and submit their request. Within just a few days, Tripology will put the customer in touch with 3 travel specialists.

Benefits of Using Tripology Specialists:
Tripology connect customers with real people who can help you
They inform them that Travel Agents have been where they want to go
Tripology offers personalized service and support
Tripology offers great value at no extra cost

Here's how it works for the Travel Agent: Create- detail your areas of expertise. I hear you saying "Sharnese, I am not a expert!" I suggest, that you decide what area you would like to become a expert in, such as Alaska. Visit the Vendors Site, take the online trainings and get your certificates and or accreditation's. Learn and Earn as you Go! Customize- Tell who your ideal client is. You can decide to choose clients who want to travel somewhere that interest you or one that you have experience in such as, Sandals Resorts, Europe, NY, Eastern Caribbean Cruises, River Cruises. This will help you learn, and become more experienced and a possibly an expert! Click- Get leads from high-intent travelers.

2. http://www.thetravelinstitute.com/ - Training, Resources, and members savings.
3. http://www.sandals.com/tas/index.cfm Travel Agents have a chance to win one of 5 Sandals or Beaches trips.

Below is a Testimony from a YTB Agent, on my team. Read it and click on the links, and explore

Sharnese,

We would like to share this information with you, so that you can perhaps share it with the members of your team. Just another one of the amazing "Industry Perks" that we have received since joining YTB. Gloria and I are so happy to inform you that we have completed the One Source Academy, Princess Cruise Course.

We signed up for FREE and started taking the 25 hour online study course. We stayed with it, in our spare time for about 3 or 4 days, working our way up the ranks as we went along. Each subject was followed by a 20 question quiz, which was not really hard, as long as you take take good notes. Upon completion, we then took a 50 question final exam, which put us at Commodore Level.

Subsequent to getting that status, we were offered A FREE CRUISE FOR TWO! The offer is valid and does not expire until we actually take the trip. We checked out the upcoming available trips and we couldn't believe our eyes. The trips ranged from 12 to 21 days, depending on the destination. The destinations were Europe, South America, Panama Canal, Asia and Alaska. and were normally very expensive. All that we need to do is keep checking the site until we find a cruise that suits our schedule, whether it is this week, or 2 years from now. NOT A BAD PAYOUT FOR 25 HOURS OF OUR LIFE!

We hope that all of your current and future members opt to take this course as we have. Next it's on to the Cunard Cruise lines Course, which offers the same exact program. ANOTHER 25 HOURS WELL SPENT, I'M SURE!

Respectfully,
Joe & Gloria Gallo YTB RTA/REP

SkylandsTravel.com

I must say that this lovely couple, Joe and Gloria have inspired me to do the same! They are truly a inspiration to me and our team! We appreciate them for all that they do. See you at the top Joe and Gloria!

I will add more online travel training resources within the next 48 hours. So come back and visit, real soon!

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Twick or Tweet?

2008-10-31T10:09:00.000-07:00

Twitter is the newest phenomenon social networking tool on the Internet for anyone. What does that mean? Twitter is a service for friends, family, and co–workers to communicate and stay connected through the exchange of quick, frequent answers to one simple question: What are you doing? It means you have a new social site to meet and interact with new people. Its a network marketers dream. My friend, there is a twist that makes it fun! Instead of a blog post like this. You have to answer one question. "What are you doing?" To make it more interesting, you must answer that question in 140 characters or less. This includes, commas, periods, spaces and more. These are called Tweets, the people that follow you are called Tweeples.

If you are using twitter to market your business, make sure to answer the question "What are you doing? eg: Reviewing "Romantic Tours of Italy" travel pkgs: http://tinyurl.com/6lbauv . Your Tweeples may click on the link, bookmark, purchase, or contact you. This is a sure way to get traffic to your websites, and build relationships. I suggest that you use search.twitter.com search for twitters based on key words such as travel, health, marketing, social sites, Internet marketing, cruises, and also based on locations abroad, and your local area. I choose to follow my competitors as well. Twitter is almost like ESP:)

I'll give you a final hint: Give Freebies to your followers! They twove it! eg: Welcome new Tweeples Get a 3/2 night Hotel Accommodations: http://www.wealthwithme.com/

You can tweet to me at http://www.twitter.com/easy6k.

If you like my Twitter page, and would like the same or similar background. Tweet www.twitter.com/paintermommy She gives awesome service, very pleasant, and before you realize it she'll have your Twitter background ready in tweet seconds!

Below are other websites that interact with Twitter

http://www.twitter.grader.com/ -The Twitter Grade measures the relative power of a Twitter user. It is calculated as a percentile score. My grade is a 92 ( I have to work on that). this means means that my scores are higher than 92 percent of the other user profiles that have been graded. The more you Twitter, the higher your score gets!

http://search.twitter.com/ - This is a search engine that looks alot like Google. Search for friends, neighbors, people with similar interests, the same business etc. this is alot of fun.

http://election.twitter.com/- Keep up with the latest on the elections. This was real fun during the debates!

http://twitpic.com/ A place to upload your photos. I haven't figured out how to work it yet!

http://www.twittwall.com/ - This is suppose to be a place to use when when its too long to tweet, but too short to blog. Just put it on the TwitWall . With TwitWall, you can embed your favorite videos and widgets, upload photos and more.

http://www.twitterbacks.com/ - Ready to get a better Twitter background going? Go ahead and download the files below and construct your own Twitter background. I have yet to do that.

http://www.tweetlater.com/ - Keep your Twitter stream ticking over with new tweets even when you're not in front of your computer. Or, use it as your personal reminder system.
PLUS... Send automated thank you notes to new followers, and automatically follow new followers, if you choose to do so. Schedule future-dated tweets!

http://tinyurl.com/3zz9mq - Looking for more people to follow? Twubble can help expand your Twitter bubble—it searches your friend graph and picks out people who you may like to follow.

http://friendorfollow.com/ - helps you manage your Twitter contacts.
Submit your Twitter screen name to find out who you're following that's not following you back, and who's following you that you're not following back.

http://tinyurl.com/5r8abw -This is a good site to use during the Holidays. Today we are tweetering Helloween icons... oops I meant Halloween icons! You'll see that I've had a lot of fun today with this site

http://ping.fm/ -Ping.fm is a simple service that makes updating your social networks a snap.

http://www.twhirl.org/ - twhirl is a desktop client for social software such as Twitter, Friendfeed, identi.ca, or seesmic.

Twitterrific - is a fun application that lets you both read and publish posts or "tweets" to the Twitter community website. The application's user interface is clean, concise and designed to take up a minimum of real estate on your Mac's desktop.

http://tinyurl.com/3nbabf - Free Social Media Marketing Kit with Video and EBook. Learn How to Leverage Social Media for Your Business with this Social Media Marketing Kit.

http://twitter.com/downloads - Twitter lets you find out what your friends are doing in whatever way makes the most sense for you. Check out these downloads for other ways to send and receive Twitter Updates.

http://useqwitter.com/ - Qwitter e-mails you when someone stops following you on Twitter with a message.

http://tweetbeep.com/ - Twitter alerts! TweetBeep is like Google Alerts for Twitter! Put in a keyword or website, and get emails when others tweet it!

http://tinyurl.com/5d5eyd - Twitter Keys is a small tool, which provides you with a floating window with all these funny symbols you can use in Twitter.

http://splitweet.com/ - Multi Account Management for multiple twitter accounts , Corporate users, and brand monitor. All your Twitter accounts in one place, follow your contact's tweets easily, monitor your brand & reply

I will always update this post to assist in making your twittering fun! Hope you will visit again!

Look on the ride side panel of this blog and see my latest Tweets. This is a great way to meet people and network with other business owners.

Twick or Tweet!

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When Obama Wins

2008-10-31T07:44:00.000-07:00

I normally do not discuss or share anything political. Some Politicians Over-Promise and Under-Deliver. Was that too harsh? Although, Some things are out of their control such as our "money." I believe we should learn "how to print our OWN money"

I received this in a email, and could not stop laughing at how creative people can be. I decided to replace "those people" with Democrats and Republicans. Hope this bring a little sense of humor too this tensed election!

Here it is....Hope it's not too offensive:)

After watching the final debate the other night, it dawned on me that Obama could actually win this thing. If that happens, there will be alot of people (some of our co-workers included) who will be afraid that an Obama presidency will usher in the end of days.

Republicans will be watching us on November 5th (the day after the election) for signs of the endtimes. To keep the peace and keep a lot of folks from getting nervous, I think we should develop a list of acceptable celebrations and behaviors we should probably avoid - at least for the first few days:

1. No crying, hugging or shouting "Thank you Lord" - at least not in public

2. No high-fives - at least not unless the area is clear and there are no witnesses

3. No laughing at the McCain/Palin supporters

4. No calling in sick on November 5th. Republicans will get nervous if too many Democrats don't show up. (Try to be on time and not the normal - late)

5. We're allowed to give Democrats knowing winks or nods in passing. Just try to keep from grinning too hard.

6. No singing loudly, We've come this Far By Faith (it will be acceptable to hum softly)

7. No barbeque ribs or fried chicken for lunch in the company lunchroom for at least a week (no chittlings at all) (this may make us seem too ethnic)

8. No leaving kool-aid packages at the water fountain (this might be a sign that poor folks might be getting a break through)

9. No Cupid Shuffle or Electric Slide during breaks (this could indicate a little too much excitement)

10. Please no Moving on Up music (we are going to try to remain humble)

11. No doing the George Jefferson dance (unless you're in your office with the door closed)

12. Please try not to yell----BOOOO YAH!

13. Just in case you're wondering, Doing the Running Man, cabbage patch,or a backhand spring on the highway is 100% okay.

If I've missed anything feel free to add to the list. I just want to make sure we're all on the same page when Obama wins the election November 5th.

Now go get your early vote on and let's make this thing happen!!!http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Voting/Register.shtml

Author Unknown

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Empowering Passion

2008-10-29T08:41:00.000-07:00

Is there something you desperately need? Your sense of desperation and your need will work against you, and will make it even more difficult to attain what you're after.

By very definition, whatever you need you do not have. When you continually reinforce the idea that you do not have something, you continually push that thing away from yourself.

Replace your desperate need with a passionate desire. That will frame your situation in a much more positive, powerful perspective.

With desperation, you feel like giving up. With passion, on the other hand, you create the energy to move decisively forward.

With need, you feel an emptiness that drains your every moment. With desire, you constantly motivate yourself to create fulfillment.

Let go of your needs, for they will only keep you needy. Replace them with positive desires, and feel the empowering passion that will make those desires happen.

-- Ralph Marston

Did this post help, or enlighten you? Do you feel indifferent or the same? Leave a comment.

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Are You a Slave To Your Company?

2008-10-26T11:13:00.000-07:00

Along my journey, I meet distributors that are totally brainwashed by their company. They speak as if they are preaching a sermon. Now, there are some great Companies, and there are some that simply brainwash their members. If its a good sermon, they'll have my attention. However, most of the time I would rather fall asleep.

Its not a pretty sight either. Imagine me snoring away in my seat in the second row and the person trying to convince the "non believers" (the prospects attending) how their company is the next best thing since sliced bread.

Don’t be a slave to your Company.

Be sure, you are with the company you are representing because something somewhere spoke to your heart. Maybe it was the stories you heard, the person you were dealing with or even a great product result you experienced, maybe its the system.

Whatever it is that brought you into the folds of your current company, don’t forget that it isn’t the company that makes the success it is people! It is the system. Most people do know the difference between greed, or simply helping others get what they want.

So for the sake of those who are finally, searching for something during these times let’s stop preaching our Company to the world. Stop waving the flag!

Because if we preach, the world will stop listening.

Don’t get me wrong here, I think it is essential that you believe in the products you are trying to market, but that should be it as far as devotion goes. Start to believe in yourself instead and believe that the system drives the people, it has nothing to do with the company itself.

My friend, companies put up glamorous events, parties, competitions and all. Let's stop for a moment and see this for what it really is?

Does your Company have a duplicatible system? I hear you yelling "Sure we do". How many members actually done what you've done? How many members are following the system?

Most Companies do not have a patent educational system. Most members are all over the place trying to solve the puzzle. I am approached daily with "The Famous" question... "Sharnese, what's the secret?" I used to say keep showing up, keep charging. Although, that plays a big part, the secret is "The System."

I am so grateful today, to have found a duplicatible, patent, educational/training system that can be used for all businesses.

Take a look at what you've been doing, to build your Company. Albeit, you have/are generating leads, chasing prospects, advertising, hosting parties, hosting/attending meetings, recruit, recruit, recruit. Is that Time and Financial Freedom? Do you really want to do that for the rest of your life?

Do not be a Slave to your Company. Find a system, that assist you with creating Lifetime Partners and Customers.

Provide feedback, tell me what your system do for you and your members? Leave a comment.

News From The Directors Meeting

2008-10-22T05:24:00.000-07:00

Many of you know that there was a Directors meeting at the Home Office this past Monday and Tuesday, and we wanted to take the time share with you some of the key points that were shared with us. YTB has been challenged, changed, & we are now charging. We've been challenged by critics, news media, and the internet.

It may not surprise you that the situation in California has actually made YTB a better company. We've made what looked like a lemon in August and turned it into some very cool lemonade. YTB looked at everything we do as a company for the last 3 months to make it bulletproof for our futures, many decisions were made for the framework of what you've already seen in our First Class Training and will see in the days and weeks to come with some of the new features and tools that will be rolled out in the coming days, weeks and months.

Up to now, we've done a good job of selling the REP opportunity, but not the RTA opportunity and that changes today. YTB is making a clear & separate distinction between the 2 positions in our company and have already seen a greater focus on the RTA side of our business. If you have not taken the First Class Training as yet, we encourage you to do so, and you will see a very clear distinction in our focus on being either an Affiliate, and RTA, and our upcoming opportunity to drop the "R" and become a Travel Agent with YTB.

A brand new 19 minute DVD was unveiled about what a person is buying as an affiliate. The main focus is why our product is worth buying and makes it a real business. ($50 for 50 or $1 per DVD) You'll take a 10 minute break, then play a 10 minute Marketing DVD, and all you have to do is close. The DVD will be available by the end of this week in the back office and there will also be a PowerPoint version for those who like to do live presentations.

In addition we have a brand new incentive for those who want to book travel! You all know about the $5000 bonus for you as a Power Team Leader, but what about adding a $5000 bonus for the person who actually produced the bookings? There will be a 10 minute "Flash Presentation" by end of week (replaces presentation on website) which of course is produced by James Tackett.

We are now up to a 94% delivery rate on ATM last 2 months, with the new profiles that will be available the ATM will be customized by zip code. (It's called Target Marketing!) We encourage everyone to get people signed up on the Deals and Steals marketing program and watch how this marketing increases your travel bookings. Furthermore, to entice your friends, family and friends they can enter into a Monthly Sweepstakes for incredible trips. The beta testing is also going very well in Canada. The new Booking Engine rolling out in next 2-3 weeks here in the US and YTB Exclusive Deals to be huge in the future. James Tackett our new Marketing Chief also introduced things to come:

Video that teaches a new person "what they bought"
Have a "Carnival Type Night" sale promotion Every Month
Virtual Red Carpet
Video Welcome to The RiverHouse
Monthly Travel Show - Travel Channel Style
Compensation Plan Flash Video
Director Showcase featuring different Directors
Niche market Flash Videos
$6000 Guarantee Video
3rd Party Tax Video
Profiles on Successful Travel Heroes in our business

There is so much going on behind the scenes - Treat this like Its your FIRST DAY. YTB IS going down - DOWN IN HISTORY as the best Marketing and Travel Company in the history of Network Marketing! We'll be here long after all the others are gone! The economy is perfect for us! YTB has invested $30 million in last 30 months, & OUTSIDE ALL PROBLEMS, that we don't owe a dime on! YTB has paid out $17 Million to Directors so far and we've double our travel production with Carnival this year. We are still growing and moving forward, with or without you. It's a brand new day at YTB! We know WHAT to do. We just need to refocus & GO DO IT! Start over Every Monday Morning!

THIS IS THE GREATEST TIME EVER TO BE IN YTB!

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Making Healthy Decisions While Traveling

2008-10-13T07:30:00.000-07:00

Making healthy decisions while traveling can be one of the most difficult things to do in your life. However, if you learn how to make smart choices, a healthy choice is really not that difficult. Although, this is probably not the best time in which to start a healthy diet, but if you are currently making healthy choices in your foods already, modifying your decisions slightly to accommodate travel is not as it first may seem.

If you are traveling by airplane, you will still be able to make a healthy choice. It may have to include airplane food, which can often be poor for your health, depending on the selection. When you book your flight, ask about your food options. You may want to request vegetarian dishes. Vegatarian dishes are sometimes more nutritional in this case, but it really depends on what they will be serving. If you can, eat a larger meal before your flight so that you don’t have to eat the entire meal that is served, to feel full. Drink plenty of water. Water will also make you feel full.

When driving or taking a bus, you may be tempted to stop at fast food restaurants and eat the foods found there. Avoid this whenever possible! Prepare a carry on bag with fresh fruit, grains, of vegatables, and plenty of water. If you’re on vacation, you may wish to splurge a tiny bit, but having fast food more than one during a week can really be bad for your health. If you must, choose the healthiest options available, like chicken breasts and water or juice.

Also, remember that you can take your own food when traveling. Carrying a loaf of whole-wheat bread, pita wraps, crackers, some lean lunchmeat, and low-fat cheese in a cooler is a great way to avoid high-fat and high-cholesterol junk food meals. This will also assure that you are making a healthy decision while Traveling.

Lastly, make smart choices when you eat out. If you choose salads or pasta get the dressing on the side and ask about low-carb options. In fact, many places print these options directly in the menu for the health-conscious people. Control your portions by ordering lunch menu sizes or splitting the meal in half and getting a doggie bag, and you’ll be well on your way to healthy eating, even away from home.

Yes, eating healthy foods when you travel can be a challenge. However, your health is worth it. When you eat healthy foods, you will also fight illnesses that you are likely to encounter when traveling and you will be more alert. Making Healthy decisions while traveling will also help you so that you can enjoy your vacations.

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Should Leaders Follow on Twitter?

2008-10-01T13:09:00.000-07:00

Twitter has become the fastest phenomenon on the Internet. Twitter is a service for friends, family, and co–workers to communicate and stay connected through the exchange of quick, frequent answers to one simple question: What are you doing?

My friend, sent me a message through Twitter. She suggested that, I should not follow everyone that's following me. She implied, "you do not appear to be a leader. "

Well, you decide if you want to appear to be a leader or lead. If you are in Network Marketing, Internet Marketing, Direct Sales or any field that involves recruiting, hiring, prospecting, or sales, you should follow your followers.

What are the advantages of following? You learn what your prospect/customer is thinking. You learn their hobbies, if they are married, have children. You learn what they do for a living. You learn their likes, and dislikes. They will tell you, what they need through tweetering. Do not think that, you will not learn from your followers. To think such thing, is the same as saying, you can't learn anything from a poor man.

You can use Twitter for marketing. What if your follower express a need, or have a question. You may be able to help them through giving them ideas, or pointing them in the right direction. What if you want to come up with a product launch, or new ideas for your business? Your Followers will tell you whats their need or wants.

When you are tweetering, make sure you are having fun. Although, you may work at home or have your own business try to talk about other things that you do. You can share where you traveling too, what you are eating for dinner, if you workout, or what books you like to read. Try not to be all about business, and show that you "take time to smell the roses".

Make sure that whenever you are tweetering, that it appears in the question "What are you doing?" Eg: "I am reading Think and Grow Rich, by Napoleon Hill. Viewing this website http://www.easy6k.com, learning how to make $6,000 guaranteed! Giving away 3 Days, 2 Nights Hotel Accommodations www.wealthwithme.com or reading a testimonial about people who lost 7lbs within their first week!" www.ximohealth.com/stl

I find Twitter to be a great relationship building tool. You meet people worldwide, you learn what their life is like. It's as though you are traveling around the world.

Finally, If you are tweetering you may find that you and your follower have a common interest. He/she may want to connect with you outside of Twitter, they may know someone that can use your services or products. Lastly, you make new friends, customers, or business partners. Have fun tweetering!

What are your thoughts? What are the disadvantages of following your followers on Twitter?

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10 Secrets to Success

2008-10-01T10:58:00.001-07:00

We are in the last quarter of the year! Start thinking of your New Years Resolution, now. Give yourself a head start. Business is not about being "bigger" but the "fastest." You may want to plan ahead now. Once you have put your goals into practice over 30 days, it becomes a habit.

This year 2008 has bought GREAT things for YTB, we started our first International expansion with Canada, we have more products to offer such as the Hunting and Fishing trips, Travel Wear, and many other awesome Exclusive YTB only TOURS. Soon to be announced: Referring Travel Agents will receive a increase of 10% in travel commissions for our "own" personal travels. That's a total of 70%! You must attend First Class Training so that you will qualify for the increase! YTB gets better with time.

Below are the 10 Secrets to Success from Investor's Business Daily, these are traits you can learn, we are NOT born with them. Yet you will have to make them a life habit if you want to Time and Financial Freedom.

IBD’s 10 Secrets to Success

Investor’s Business Daily has spent years analyzing leaders and successful people in all walks of life. Most have 10 traits that, when combined, can turn dreams into reality. Each day, focus on one.

1. How you think is everything: Always be positive. Think success, not failure. Beware of a negative environment.

2. Decide upon your true dreams and goals: Write down your specific goals and develop a plan to reach them.

3. Take action: Goals are nothing without action. Don’t be afraid to get started now. Just do it.

4. Never stop learning: Go back to school or read books. Get training and acquire skills.

5. Be persistent and work hard: Success is a marathon, not a sprint. Never give up.

6. Learn to analyze details: Get all the facts, all the input. Learn from your mistakes.

7. Focus your time and money: Don’t let other people or things distract you.

8. Don’t be afraid to innovate; be different: Following the herd is a sure way to mediocrity.

9. Deal and Communicate with people effectively: No person is an island. Learn to understand and motivate others.

10. Be honest and dependable; take responsibility: Otherwise, Numbers 1-9 won’t matter.

Once you decide to master those 10 traits you will be on your way to Time and Financial Freedom.

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Are you Anti-Social?

2008-09-29T05:59:00.000-07:00

Social networking is all about sharing valuable content and making friends. We as human beings are social creatures. "Web 2.0 is a way to build credibility and make your personality known be consistently ‘alive’ and ‘in the now’ on the Internet. You can also accumulate more backlinks and subsequently more traffic to your sites.

Teenagers and adults mostly use social networking sites. There are now niche social networking sites, which target people who share common interests like parenting or investing. In addition to teenagers and adults, social networks are increasingly becoming used by another group—businesses. That's right, many businesses are now using social networks to advertise in some subtle manner—and then replicate their message through systems that are already available within the social network.

I’ll discuss how to advertise without the in-your-face approach with tact. The most well known social network is MySpace, which membership base is well over one hundred million and it grows daily. If your product or services you are offering has a broad appeal, you may want to use MySpace to market your product, as you will be able to reach the largest crowd quickly.

Now, there are a number of different ways in which you can market your product or services through MySpace. One way is to setup a profile, and then begin adding friends to your list on a daily basis. You can include a direct link to your Social Networking Site, when you send emails. Depending on your goals, you may want to add a personal profile for yourself and then talk about your business/product on your page; or you may want to simply create a profile for your business and use that to market your product or services.

While you can send out bulletins advertising your product or services through MySpace, this is generally discouraged by the Myspace staff which could lead to you getting banned. It is probably a good idea to avoid this; instead, post related bulletins that don't advertise your product, but talk about something similar. This will drive interested visitors to your page, where they can learn more about the product or services you are offering. Note however, that you will have to use your domain or link to a non-affiliate page, as affiliate links are forbidden on MySpace.

Once you have had some experience marketing to the MySpace crowd, you will want to consider looking at other social networking sites. One other fastest growing phenomenon site is Twitter. Twitter is a service for friends, family, and co-workers to communicate and stay connected through the exchange of quick, frequent answers to one simple question: What are you doing? Facebook is another large social networking site, which caters specifically to college and high school students. You will also want to look for niche networking sites, such as BetterNetworker.com, or Warrior which will afford you an opportunity to capture a more targeted audience.

Whichever sites you decide to use, keep the following in mind:

1) Your goal should be to develop a network of people who, first and foremost, share a common interest. For this reason, it is always a good idea to think long term (i.e. don't do things that are going to get you banned). Selling your products or services can always come later. Take the time to read everything that is available, the rules, regulations and protocol, and get a feel for how members interact with one another on the site.

2) When you are ready to talk, always ‘say’ things with a smile; think customer service. Compliment members about themselves. You can do this through visiting their websites or blogs, go through their content, understand what they are all about and praise them for their expertise or knowledge in the subject matter. Now this is only the first part…

3) The second part of your remark offers a benefit for visiting your site in kind, like a free download, or a free vacation voucher. Here is an example: "Hi xxx, I really like the things you write about your travels. You sure travel far and wide. You can receive a 3 day 2 night Hotel Accommodation for two at http://www.wealthwithme.com/ (of course use your website) Thanks for visiting!"

Sometimes you may not have anything to offer, but just leaving a comment on the other member’s account is good enough to stamp a presence for other future members to come by and take notice of you. You just have to do it consistently. Be active and in the "now".

One thing to bear in mind is you are not going to befriend everyone depending on how you project your image through the avatar (photo) and how you ‘sound’ like through your comments, but you are going to attract a certain type of people who are likely to become repeat visitors to your sites. One very useful tool can help you identify who these people are…

4) This tool is the widget. A widget is a proprietary HTML code offered by the social networking site which you publish on your site and it tracks a variety of data like daily visitor count, which countries or sites visitors are coming from (knowing this can help you tailor content to target specific countries), your most popularly read blog posts, and especially who visits your site. If you keep seeing a "same old" avatar and username who keeps popping up on your site, you’d better pay attention to this visitor because s/he is already paying attention to you! This effect is reciprocal. Write to him/her further to forge a closer relationship, dig deep whenever possible to find out what s/he wants and give him/her the value s/he is looking for. The most straightforward manner is to invite them to an opt-in page on your website, blog, lens or Hub pages. Doing this helps you build relationships, and build your list. Remember, The fortune is in the list.

5) Address your visitors by their names. Simply go to their sites and look for an ‘about’ page or a profile page. You may find both of you share common interests and an opportunity to collaborate from here. Why not comment your Spaniard, or European visitors in their native languages too? You can simply go to Google Translate and translate simple sentences like "thank you for visiting" or "good morning". They will be impressed!

I used to think it would be hard to run your own Web 2.0 domain, but not anymore. You can simply Google "free social networking site script" You can use Ping.fm. Ping.fm is a simple service that makes updating your social networks a snap, you can update from anywhere! You can download *Boonex, which is a Free Software that makes it easy to deploy and manage dating sites, social networks, online clubs, or virtual communities. If you’re serious about building relationships, and creating customers, uses services that will allow you to leverage your time while you focus on building your business. For an immediate list of 79 top social networking sites, check out Jeff Johnson’s list.

* There is ongoing controversy over the use of this software. While the management behind MySpace once declared that their site can detect and remove such usage, still there are few more products coming out. I am unsure of their effectiveness. My next question is: would you be happy adding 100 friends a day instead of 300? There is such a thing as "going overboard". Read the terms and conditions for limits. My last question concerns with targeting: How inclined are your ‘friends’ towards paying attention to you? It’s not just that adder software add friends without sense; more so in a cultural sense, people add friends to chalk up the numbers, then they boast, "Oh, I have 10,000 friends!" Remember, the old-school idea of loving friendship and remain sociable.

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Selling or Helping?

2008-09-26T18:17:00.000-07:00

It all started 20 years ago....I began my Network Marketing Business in High School. Selling, candy, soda, chips to my fellow classmates. Its was then that I knew, I wanted to be in sales. I sold clothes, jewelry, lotions, insurance, real estate, fragrances. I've tried quite a few entrepreneur ventures with little or no help. Little, did I know that it was leading me to Network Marketing. In Network Marketing you are selling your product to your customers, and you help others decide if they too, want to sell the product.

Wikipedia definition of sales: Academically, selling is thought of as a part of marketing [1], however, the two disciplines are completely different. Sales often forms a separate grouping in a corporate structure, employing separate specialist operatives known as salespeople (singular: salesperson). Selling is considered by many to be a sort of persuading "art". Contrary to popular belief, the methodological approach of selling refers to a systematic process of repetitive and measurable milestones, by which a salesperson relates his or her offering of a product or service in return enabling the buyer to achieve their goal in an economic way.[2]
While the sales process refers to a systematic process of repetitive and measurable milestones, the definition of the selling is somewhat ambiguous due to the close nature of advertising, promotion, public relations, and direct marketing. Selling involves sales which are the pinnacle act of completed of a purchasing activity.

Webster Dictionary, Help: 1: give assistance or support 2: to be of use or benefit.

Listen my friend, Network Marketing is both selling and helping others. Okay, I know what you are thinking, I hate sales. We sell ourselves to our children, our spouse, our boss, our friends everyday. We are not born "sales people" It's a learned behavior, or something that you read which compels you to help others. When you are helping others, you are actually selling yourself.

Here is the scary part... knowing when to sell or assist. When promoting, or advertising your business do you immediately start selling your opportunity? When people inquire about your business do you send them directly to the website, give them a DVD, or magazine? Most people think that its better to get the information in front of the prospect first. What you should focus on, is how can your product or services will help make their lives better? I suggest, get to know the person first. See if they fit in with your team,. Learn if they should qualify for your time, or assistance.

Here are three questions you should ask when qualifying a prospect .

What kind of income would you like to generate in a business of your own?
Other than money, what are you looking for in a business?
In the perfect business, what would your business look like/be?

If they qualify, get the information in front of them right away. Show a sense of urgency, so that they prospect will take a look at what you are offering now. Then ask, what did you like best about the ad, website, conference call (whatever source you directed them too)? If they see a opportunity, they will join. So therefore, help them get started and continue to support and train your prospect. Please remember this, you do not have to sell, people hate to be sold. Prospect sell themselves, once you focus on their needs and wants. Expect to get one yes, out of every ten. You are looking for prospects that are looking for you. Also, do not try to sell your customers the opportunity until they have used your products. Most customers, become a business partner once they have experienced the products.

Here is why, you want to get started helping and not selling right away! Time does not wait for anyone. In fact, the world is moving at a fast pace. Bigger no longer mean better, fast is better. If you separate yourself from others that are selling opportunities, and begin to help others sell themselves, you will grow a big network fast! Furthermore, successful people are quick to make a decision, and slow to quit. You want people who decide now, to change their situation. However, just because a prospect says no to your opportunity it does not mean give up on them. Sometimes, it could money, time or their negative friends or family members. "No's" are bugs on their windshield, help them remove the bug. You can help them focus on their wants and needs. Only then will you have a successful partner or a customer. Continue to give, without any expectations and then you will enjoy time and financial freedom. Learn the art of selling, and help make people lives better!

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Coach Lloyd Tomer Did it Again!

2008-09-20T13:19:00.000-07:00

Today, was a awesome day! I now understand why we must stay PLUGGED IN! I am so excited to have listen to the Coach's Mentoring call. Coach Lloyd Tomer, is a Self Made Millionaire, Mentor, and a Visionary. He has been in Network Marketing for 28 years. 28 years! I just thought wow, here's a man that started with less than what I have today- he decided to become a Millionaire. I affectionately, call him the "Coach". All you have to make is a decision, find a mentor, execute a plan, and strategically follow the plan. And you too can become what ever you want to become! JUST DO IT! (I had to borrow the slogan)

YOU can become a Millionaire in under ten short years! If you haven't already you may want to, review the compensation plan. Think back to the last ten years of your life? Did you have a plan? Did your boss offer you a ten year plan, so that you will have Time and Financial Freedom? What are you doing, today that will help you become successful within the next ten years? Some people live day by day, check by check, and based on what other people think. Most people never take the time to map out the next ten years of there life. They are living without a purpose. God did not put us on earth to live mediocre, but to live in Abundance. God streets are made of Gold, he is a God of prosperity! Coach shared 7 ways that we can win. You actually can apply these ways in any business!

7 ways to WIN in any business!

Listen to the Right People

Promote, & Market

Do not quit your Job too soon

Realistic Expectations

Stay at home, Work your business

Do not reinvent the wheel

Be Concern about today

Listen to the Right People. You can listen to the competition, naysayers, media or you can listen to the right people. I struggled for years listening to all the wrong people. Although, I also learned from them (what not to do). I learned that the right people are the individuals who continue to build their own success. Successful people build their families, their homes, their businesses. The right people embrace the competition, not fight against them. Coach, vision, is that someday everybody will make commissions on their own travel needs. Bill Gates was a Visionary. He believed that every desktop will have a computer. Although, we are faced with so many Over-Promising, Under-delivering companies, once you have decided to move forward with a business listen to the right people.

Promote, and market. One of the biggest failure in any business, is using little or no marketing. You must share and tell others about your business. When you start a business, nobody knows but who? You and your spouse. How are you going to make money, without telling others about your products and services? The best form of marketing is word of mouth (and that is free!).You can easily market your business on a daily basis, without trying. You can market your business through listening to others, they will tell you why they need a vacation, why they need to make extra money. Promote and attend the BIG Events! The Big Events are Conventions, Red Carpet Days! Meetings, Travel parties, First Class Training, Super Saturdays. You should also consider attending other people Big events such as hair shows, car shows, fashion shows, sporting events. Those people are your target market- they TRAVEL! Mostly, every Network Marketing company have a Convention. Would it make sense to refer them to your website for their traveling needs?

Do not quit your job too soon. If this is your first time starting a business, you may want to consider keeping your job. A lot of amateur Network Marketers make the mistake of quitting their job. The rule of thumb is once you have earned 3 checks which surpasses your current income, you may want to consider to quit your job. I commend you if you are ready to go full time with your business. However, there's no pressure to quit your job. Do not quit too soon, you may be leaving behind potential National Directors.

Realistic Expectations. Set your goals with deadlines. Yes shoot for the stars! However, be realistic. Rome was not built in one day. You are learning and earning at the same time, and that alone can be hard to do. I received a call from a friend who was concern about the growth of her business. I asked, what are your goals for your business? She never thought to write down her goals. Write down your goals. Example, if you goal is to receive a 50% paycheck match. You need to reach out to your upline he/she will assist you with personally sponsoring three RTA. A Representative, will need to personally sell four Travel Stores. Your goal may be to book three Group Cruises this year. You will need to Find a Vendor and book the Cruises, promote the cruise, get on the travel training calls, take some online travel training in your back office. If it took you a year to reach your Power Team, are you a failure? No! You are successful because you've reached the highest paying position!

Would, you have reached the highest paying position on your job? How much were you paid your first year in College? Did you leave College your first day and become CEO of a your company? You are in a brand new business! if you set your goals, and have realistic expectations you will become a Power Team Leader, Coach's Corner Mentor, a Director! The secret is you must remain active, and keep building your business? Lets say, that you set a realistic goal of ten years, to become National Director (level 6) what's the most that can happen? our company will give you a Million Dollar Bonus! Not a bad ten year plan uh? Thirteen National Directors became Millionaires in under seven years. Whether, its seven years or ten years it sures beats the 40/40 plan. The 40/40 plan is when you spend forty hours every week, and forty years working for someone else. Would, you rather have a seven year plan, or the 40/40 plan? Remember, you can beat half of the people just by showing up! Furthermore, have realistic expectations.

Stay at home, work your business. I learned the hard way. I decided to leave North Carolina and visit my hometown New Jersey. Albeit, I had fun, hosting Travel Parties, attending meetings, CRTA! I met some awesome people! Together we built Rome in one month:) However, it was not duplicatible. You have a home based business, stay at home. No need to run across the Country. You can market online and offline right from the comfort of your home, and still accomplish what you want to do . The Coach never left Illinois, and he became the number one Distributor for A. L. Williams, (Primerica). Besides, the people you leave behind could use your help. They are screaming, "help me get to my Power Team!"

Do not reinvent the wheel. Why spend your time reinventing the wheel? Stand on the shoulders, of the Giants! Model others before you. Others before you, have already found the answers, or your business will not have a plan. Follow the plan, it works. If you follow the plan, you will never have to speak with a stranger. You can help one person, who will help their warm market, which becomes your warm market - through infinity! Be coachable. If you follow the plan, you are not reinventing the wheel.

Be Concern About Today. Do not look for a quick fix. Keep sharing, promoting, marketing your business and set realistic goals. Build your business one brick at a time. What you do today, will determine your success tomorrow. You will find that, in helping one person towards their goal today, will allow you to help a army. Word of mouth advertising spreads like a virus. People never forget, who helped them change their financial situation, who stood by them through the good and the bad times. People will tell their friends, who will tell their friends how knowledgeable, helpful, and supportive you are. Because you were concern about today, you've already helped another generation.

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A Dream is just a Dream. A Goal is a Dream With A Plan and a Deadline - Harvey Mackay

Some of the Worlds Greatest Feats Were Accomplished by People Not Smart Enough to Know They Were Impossible. - Doug Larson

First Time Cruising?

2008-09-03T09:50:00.000-07:00

If you are cruising for the first time, there are things you should know before you go!

Here's a list of most commonly questions to help you get ready and ensure "smooth sailing" both before and during your cruise! If your question isn't here, please do not hesitate to email me travel@sharnesetravel.com

WHAT DOCUMENTS DO I NEED TO TAKE?
For the most current government requirements, please go to: http://travel.state.gov/

HOW DO I PAY FOR ITEMS ON BOARD AND IN PORT?

The Cruise Lines will open an inboard account for bar purchases, soft drinks, souvenirs, to pay for shore excursions, etc, which you can settle by credit card, travelers checks or cash at the end of the cruise. The purser's office will also cash travelers checks for you. In addition, most of the duty-free shops inboard and most shops in port will also cash travelers checks. Most shops in port will accept major credit cards as well as American dollars or travelers checks. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CASH PERSONAL CHECKS ON BOARD THE SHIP.

Most Cruise Lines have a Bursar Office, which offers Foreign Currency. To avoid lines You can also purchase Foreign currency in advance. Save by purchasing foreign currency prior to departure and avoid escalated fees and inflated exchange rates in airports, hotels and banks. Plan ahead to purchase foreign currency. When you plan ahead, you an e-mail will be sent 30 days prior to your departure reminding you to place your order. *Effective April 2, 2005, major credit card companies are now adding a 3% surcharge to all currency purchases made overseas. The charge is added to your regular monthly statement. It's always best to arrive in a country with some of the currency in your pocket. *Referral Travel Agents should purchase foreign currency on your site, so that you will receive the vendors commission.

WHAT ABOUT TIPPING/GRATUITIES ON BOARD SHIP?

Tipping with most cruise lines is now included on your on board account. While this makes tipping the proper people more convenient, you may alter these amounts according to your cruise experience in these areas. Your tips will affect these services on your cruise ship: Your Cabin Steward, Waiter and Assistant Waiter. These amount will range from $9.00 to $10.00 per person per day on most cruise lines. On luxury cruise lines these amount may be higher. If you wish to change the amounts either by reducing or adding to your account, you should visit the purser on board your cruise ship. Note: most cruise lines add gratuities to bar tabs. Always check your bills.

DO I NEED TO PACK A TUXEDO OR FORMAL DRESS?
Many cruise lines allow you to rent a Tuxedo on board. This will reduce additional packing and you will have a pressed Tuxedo on each formal night of your cruise. Although prices may vary on different cruise lines, the average price is between $75 & $85. This will cover all cruises of 11 days or less. Included on Standard Tuxedo Rental Package are 1 Black Jacket, 1 Pair of Black Pants, 2 White Formal Shirts, 1 Black Cummerbund and Tie Set and 1 Set of Cuff links and Studs. There is also a White Dinner Jacket Package, and a Package for both The Standard Black and White Dinner Jacket Tuxedo's Note: Shoes and Socks are additional.

Rentals are available for the Ladies as well on Celebrity, Holland, Princess and Royal Caribbean. If you are sailing on "back-to-back" cruises (two consecutive sailings of the same ship), then each voyage is considered a separate rental. If you are not sure, ask in advance. Not all Cruise Lines have a "Formal Night". If you cruise often, and would rather be prepared purchase your clothes in advanced.

WHAT ABOUT MOTION SICKNESS?
Ships today are so well stabilized that most of the time you won't notice you are even moving! It's a good idea though to take along some Motion Sickness precaution (follow the directions on the box) as well as aspirin and sunscreen. If you do have a problem on board, all ships have a doctor and a nurse aboard. And be sure not to forget any prescription drugs you are taking. These should be put in your carry-on-luggage. Consult your physician before taking any medication. I strongly recommend Travel Insurance. Travel Insurance provides medical coverage, including coverage for pre-existing medical conditions and financial default. Optional Coverages include Cancel for Any Reason, Cancel for Work Reasons and Medical Evacuation home or to the hospital of choice."

WHAT HAPPENS TO MY LUGGAGE AFTER I LEAVE IT AT THE AIRPORT (OR PORT, IF YOU ARE DRIVING)?
If you are using the cruise line's airfare program, you will affix the luggage tags sent with your cruise documents and check your luggage at the airport. The next time you see it will be in your cabin! There are a few ports where you will need to claim your luggage at the airport--this will be indicated in your cruise documents and, again, call me if you have any questions. If you are flying but NOT using the cruise line's airfare program you still need to affix your cruise line tag but you will need to claim your own luggage at the airport baggage area when you arrive in your port city and take it with you to the port.

If you are driving to the port, you will check your luggage when you arrive at the port, and they will take your bags to your cabin. It's a good idea to check your cabin about 1/2 hour before sailing to be sure your luggage has arrived and to check with your steward or the purser's office if it is not there. They have thousands of bags to deliver to cabins and it does take a while. The most important thing is your luggage tag -- without it, how will they know where to find you?

On the last night of your cruise you will be asked to put your luggage (except your carry-on bags) outside your cabin so that it can be taken to the holding area, and off loaded early the next morning. You will claim your bags in the customs area, don't worry all this will be explained on the ship. It would be a good idea to pack an overnight bag on your cruise.

HOW CAN I BE REACHED ON BOARD THE SHIP IN AN EMERGENCY?
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE (CCL)...877-225-7447
CELEBRITY CRUISE LINE (CEL)...877 266 1020

PRINCESS CRUISE LINE (PCL)...900 329 7447
NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE (NCL)...888 627 4477
ROYAL CARIBBEAN (RCL)...888-724-7447

HOLLAND AMERICAN LINE (HAL)...800 426 0327

DISNEY (DIS)...888 322 8732

HOW WILL I KNOW WHAT IS GOING ON ON BOARD THE SHIP, OR FIND OUT ABOUT SHORE EXCURSIONS?
There will be all kinds of "goodies" about this in your cabin when you arrive and prior to sailing is a good time to explore and get your bearings as to where the dining room, gym, lounges etc. are located. There will be a daily program of activities put in your cabin each night for the next day. For first timers I suggest you attend the "shore excursion talk" or at least part of it, and the debarkation talk, both of which will be listed on the daily program, These are very informative and all the cruise directors do a pretty good job of making it fun. * Note that "shore excursions" should be booked before or as soon as you arrive on the ship. The more popular ones have a tendency to sell out. Some cruise lines will allow you to book "shore excursions" through your TV in your cabin. *Referral Travel Agent purchase Shore excursions from your website, so that YOU receive the Vendors Commission.

IS IT BETTER TO TAKE A SHORE EXCURSION OR EXPLORE PORTS OF CALL ON MY OWN?
lot of that is really up to you! Most ships include a program of their shore excursions with your cruise documents but if not, you will have one in your cabin when you board the ship. Sailing and snorkeling excursions are lots of fun and much easier than trying to arrange them yourself. Some of the islands/ports that are easy to explore on your own (by cab, or even on foot in some places) are: St. Thomas, Grand Cayman, Key West, Freeport, Cozumel, San Juan, Bermuda, Canadian ports especially Quebec City, Grenada and St. Barts, Caribbean Islands, Cozumel/Cancun, Bermuda, Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada. If you're not the real adventurous type, consider a shore excursion in at least one port.

Things have changed in our world today. There is a lot of unrest in many countries and ports of call. I highly recommend that you book your "shore excursions" with a Travel Agent. Especially, if you would like to get more information. Although you may save some money by booking your own shore excursion, please be aware that if you miss your cruise ship because you booked your own shore excursion with an outside company, you are on your own. This can be a very expensive ordeal. Booking passage from any port of call to either fly to the mainland or to meet the ship at the next port of call can be very expensive.

Your cruise documents should arrived with in ten days before your departure date. When they arrive, please check them IMMEDIATELY to be sure they show your correct name, ship, sailing date and cabin number (if you have been assigned a cabin at booking). Also be sure your airline tickets if applicable, are accurate and reflect the correct name transport to the correct port. If you are using the cruise line air program you should also have vouchers for transportation from the airport to the port and back. All document packages should contain luggage tags and many will also include form to fill out for boarding passes, on board credit programs. All of these should be filled out before you leave. Please contact your Travel Agent, once you return to offer feedback It's feedback from clients that helps us assist all of you in making good choices for your cruise vacations!

If you are using the cruise line's transfer program, be sure to check your cruise documents for voucher for transportation from the airport to the pier. When you disembark the plane, look for the Cruise Line Representative in the baggage claim area. They will direct you to the bus or van. If you don't happen to see them right away(and this rarely occurs) just ask a rep from one of the other cruise lines to "point the way"!! Sometimes one person has to meet two planes at once and all the cruise people help each other out at the airport.

TRAVEL TIPS

1. Things To Do the Day You Leave

Turn water heater down to the lowest setting.
Turn your air conditioner up in summer. You want to reduce your bills, but you may have to keep the house from getting too hot to protect your pets and electronics.
Turn your heat down or off in spring or fall. Be sure to leave the house warm enough in the winter. You may want to reduce your bills, but you may need to keep the house from getting too cold to protect your pets and water pipes.
Leave shades or drapes as you normally do.
Plug a cheap radio into a timer so you can have some noise in the house during part of the day.
Lock all doors and windows including basement & garage.

2. Check Travel Items

Passports Tickets Camera Credit Card/Travelers Checks Currency of countries on itinerary Trip Itinerary Reservation Info
Misc. Items
Travel clock Umbrella/rain gear Phone Numbers Cell phone/charger
Personal Items
Shampoo Conditioner Deodorant Toothbrush and Toothpaste Shaving supplies Suntan Lotion Needles and Thread Band aids Prescriptions Aspirin Glasses/contact lenses Sunglasses Cosmetics Comb/Brush Blow dryer Hot iron
Clothing Items
Men: Suits (one dark for evening) Shirts Pants Ties Sweaters Jacket Belts Shoes (dress and walking) Socks Swimwear T-shirts Pajamas Underwear
Women: Evening dress Dresses Skirts Blouses Slacks Sweaters Jacket Shoes (dress and walking) Stockings Swimsuit Pajamas Underwear

Your Personal List

"The World is a book and those who do not travel read only
one page" - St. Augustine

"Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on those accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be
acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one's life time" -Mark Twain

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Happy Cruising!

Without a HBB - You Are Overpaying Your Taxes

2008-09-01T15:58:00.000-07:00

Young and the middle-aged alike are realizing that their dreams of "having a job with a company forever" is an illusion. Companies have been downsizing, rightsizing and capsizing for some time now, and they continue to do so-more now than ever before. Even the federal and state governments are getting into the act with layoff's and attrition management of jobs. In addition to all this uncertainty and mutual lack of loyalty between companies and employees, even the workers who do keep their jobs have no guarantee of promotions due to the shrinking number of management positions.

If all this isn't bad enough, under recent tax laws employees are limited more than ever with limits and thresholds for their employee deductions and higher social security limits. The result is more couples working harder than ever before and, on many occasions, working more than one job. It is now almost impossible to have only one job in the family and live the standard of life called survival without the need for these additional incomes.There are many reasons why so many people favor Home Based Business (HBB) over the traditional business.

There is no commute (unless of course you have a really big home and your office is some 45 seconds away from your bedroom),
no boss, little if any chance of lawsuits, much lower overhead, no employees (or very few), and far fewer government restrictions.

In fact, many of the laws within traditional business don't apply to small firms with few or no employees. It is for these reasons, that 95% of home-based businesses succeed in their first year and achieve an average income of $50k per year with many earning much more.

There are two sets of tax laws in this country.

One is for employees, and it allows deductions for individual retirement accounts, 401k (s), interest and property taxes on your home and charity.
Then there are the laws for home-based business owners who conduct their business either full time or part-time.

With proper documentation, HBB owner can deduct expenses from, their house, their spouse, and even children (by hiring them), their business vacations, their cars, and their food for colleagues. They can also set up a pension plan that makes any government plan seem worthless by comparison.

There are two types of people in this world.

Uninformed - They are not aware of the tax savings with having a HBB - It is our responsibility, to help them become Informed
Informed - They realize that having a HBB is the last tax shelter, they are not "overpaying on their taxes"

Example:

Lisa earned $15,000 in salary as an employee, but took home only $10,500. She could have netted the entire $15,000 had she earned it in a home-based business! This is an increase of almost 30% of her take-home pay as an employee. Note that Lisa is not spending dramatically more money than she is currently spending. She would eat out anyway, go on trips and drive her car the same as before. By having a home-based business however, many of her expenses become tax deductible. This concept is known as "redirecting expenses". With a legitimate HBB, she can now deduct some of the expenses that she is occurring anyway in day to day life.
In addition to all the benefits mentioned above, Congress will subsidize you while you are growing your HBB.

If your home-based business produces a tax loss in the first year or so, you can use that tax loss against any other income you may have. It can be used against wages earned as an employee, dividends, pensions, or interest income or you can use the loss against your spouse's earnings if you file a joint return. If the tax loss exceeds all your income for this year, no problem. You can carry back the loss two years and get a refund from the IRS for up to the last two years of income tax paid, or you can carry over the loss twenty years. You are reading this right, you can off-set up to 20 years of income!

Research has constantly shown that it is rarely the business that determines success or failure. It is usually the business owner. Why does one person succeed and another one fail at the same business? Easy, two simple words, KNOWLEDGE and ACTION. Some people want the benefits of having and running their own business, but they don't take action. The result is that the business fails. Duplicating the strategy and practices of others is a much quicker and effective method of bringing success to this new venture of yours. It is known as Network Marketing, or Modeling.

Network Marketing is simply learning what other successful people have done to achieve success in a specific area of expertise, and then by doing the same thing. With Network Marketing, or modeling, you literally leverage your own learning time, with the collective years of learning - through the experience of your upline, Power Team Leader, or Sponsor. Modeling the success of others saves both time and money and reduces frustration and stress.
Starting your own business is the light at the end of the tunnel, for you and millions of people today. If you have a HBB make sure you are enjoying the main financial advantages. You are the Informed, you made a smart decision. The tax advantages alone can make a home-based business the single best financial move you could ever have made. If you are not a HBB owner Welcome to my Travel Business your complementary decision to your home-based business.

Get a Millionaire Mindset- Improve Tax Awareness

Sometimes, individuals think that doing their own taxes will save them
money. In some cases, they might be right. However, in other cases it may actually end up costing them money because they fail to take advantage of the many deductions available to them.Try to become more educated as far as what types of items are deductible. You should also understand when it makes sense to move away from the standard deduction and start itemizing your return. However, if you're not willing or able to become very well educated filing your own income tax, it may actually pay to hire some help, particularly if you are self employed, own a business or have other circumstances that complicate your tax return.

by Glenn Curtis

Just a few short years ago Mr. Bernard B. Kamoroff, CPA, wrote an amazing book named "422 Tax Deductions For Businesses and Self-Employed Individuals©" It also includes a worksheet. Mr. Kamoroff's work is the secret resource many top independent business persons use to learn what IRS tax deductions – small business tax deductions -- are applicable to them. 422 Tax Deductions will help you calculate the tax savings that you can potentially experience by owning a Home-Based Travel Business or any business. His goal is to help you determine the kind of tax advantages that are available to you as a Home-Business Owner. You will soon see that this represents a RISK FREE investment guaranteed by the tax laws passed by Congress and imposed by the IRS! As a matter of fact this will show you that by joining my company - It Is A Return In Investment. I've learned that the MINIMUM tax exemptions for a Home Based Business Owner is $5,000. Will $5,000 help your family? Sharnese Travel & Cruises represents a group of Travel Professionals not Tax Professionals so we encourage you to consult with a CPA.

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2008-08-29T12:32:00.000-07:00

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