New blog of mine

A new bunch of sites I'm been working on that are now OK for public viewing! More work to do as ever but that's life!

They're all blog based so you can leave comments if you like. As long as they're constructive I'll approve them.

Nicksdogland - All about dogs. Articles on dog care, breeding and training, download product and for the US and Canada lots of products to buy from top pet shops online.

Xbox Doctor - Mainly focused of red light problems with articles on best Xbox games.

Best Career - Tips and ideas for CVs and job hunting. Before doing my own business I was good at job hopping...one reason to do my own business, it gets you down! Anyway, I got good at CVs so I've put that down on paper here. Plus download product including a members site that can help you get a job on oil rigs!

Your Laptop - I love laptops so I'm doing a site on them. One day I'll save up enough for a top range Apple! Focused on how to get cheap laptops and make batteries last longer.

Future Commodities - Making money from foxex and futures online. I'm a keen shares trader online and quite good at it (lomg term focus)...I'd do forex too but have always been a shockingly unlucky gambler. If you're a good/lucky gamble check forex out you could mint it!

eBay Services Online - One I should have ages ago. One I'm going to develop hard. Products dealing with finding products to sell and dropship and my own guide on how to go from a flat start to Powerseller in 3-4 months - This is unique to me as I wrote it!

New websites on forex

See below links for fast article on choosing a forex broker -

These links are to some new sites of mine. They're all about trading forex (currency) options and futures online.

They all have the same front page which is for a really good course you can buy on the subject that also offers a free basic guide.

To see site inner content go to the bottom left of page and click on the site map link.

They're what are known as portal sites whcích means some limited content with links or adverts going out to more specific sites on the subject of each page.

http://www.forex-master-trader.info
http://www.forex-tradingsystem.info
http://www.forexsoftware-trader.info
http://www.forex-platform-pro.info
http://www.futuresmarketmaker.info
http://www.greatoptionstrader.info
http://www.bestfuturesbroker.info
http://www.thefuturescharts.info
http://www.internetfuturescenter.info
http://www.thecommoditybrokernet.info
http://www.bestcommoditytraderguide.info
http://www.netcommoditybroker.info
http://www.fxtradersite.info
http://www.currencytradersite.info
http://www.forexsystemworld.info
http://www.greatforexsystem.info
http://www.onlinefuturesworld.info

Choosing a good Forex broker can be as complicated. Here are some tips to keep in mind to make your research easier.

In the U.S., any worthwhile Forex broker will be registered as a Futures Commercial Merchant (FCM) with the CFTC (Commodities Futures Trading Commission).

Forex accounts are not FDIC insured, so you can’t expect the government to reimburse you if the market turns sharply downward. Large institutions, with capital to withstand downturns and en masse withdrawals are crucial to your financial peace of mind.

Forex is a 24 hours a day business so whether your broker resides in the same country or not, you want one who will pick up the phone when you call – anytime.

Regardless of the Internet it is still a phone heavy business. Getting a broker on the phone at anytime can mean the difference between profit and loss.

Research the firm's spreads. A spread is the difference between the bid and ask price - what the broker pays to buy versus the amount they sell a currency for.

Some brokers offer fixed spreads on all trades, which gives predictability. But that may not suit your trading style or budget, since they tend to be larger than variable spreads.

Any broker offers a standard account to a qualified client. Standard accounts trade currency in standard lots of 100,000 units. You can't buy 100 euros for $150, you have to buy 100,000 euros.

Since that's a very large investment brokers offer leverage. In other words you put in, say 1% of the total, the broker puts up the rest. That has huge profit (or loss) potential, but it entails significant risk. So be aware of a broker's margin call policy.

Many brokers offer some form of 'mini' account. They trade in smaller units, e.g., 10,000. This lowers the investment required from, say $2,500 to only $250.

Forex is very complex so you'll want a broker with software that provides you with lots of technical and fundamental analysis information at your fingertips.

Make sure they offer a trial account and that you can make paper or test trades. Very important if you are new.

How to get cruise discounts - Best discount destination guide

Getting cruise discounts can put you in danger of information overload but it doen't have to be like safe cracking! If you're flexible on routes and-or destinations then you open up your options and can expect to be able to get a healthy discount on a luxury cruise

Read on and learn how picking your destinations can help you get a serious bank balance saving cruise deal!

***Bermuda***
Trips to Bermuda are very popular. It's a great island and if you're setting off from Florida it's an easy short 2-3 day cruise that's perfect for a short break especially for busy career types.
As a result prime cabins in the July-August peak sell out 6-9 months in advance at top dollar prices. Definitely not a discount cruise zone!

However, if you go off peak you'll have many more options and a chance to get a cheap cruise deal.

The weather in April-May and September-October can be great though keep in mind that hurricanes or heavy storms can affect travel near the end of October. Be prepared to be flexible (or confident about not being sea sick :-o

***Trans Atlantic Cruises***
From the US to Europe and vice versa are among the best. 100 years after they began demand is still sky high so cruises typically sell with no problems for the list price. Again not good for the discount cruise hunter.

Balcony cabins sell out first. They are expensive but plenty of people can afford them so it's not a cruise discount zone. As with Bermuda and Alaska, if you can afford them, then my advice is to book as far in advance as possible.

***Mediterranean & Baltic cruises***
The same goes for trips like 7 day Mediterranean cruises and the wonderful beautiful Baltic states trips. Again, it's best to book a year in advance to get the type of voyage you want.

I live in Stockholm (Sweden) and urge you - at least once in your life - to take a cruise that includes the Stockholm - Swedish archipelago. It's breathtaking – Do it, you thank me that you did!

***Where then for a cruise discount?***
Consider –
* Shorter or longer cruises – 2-3 days on certain routes or 3 weeks +

* Older ships - Cruise ships are so advanced that even older ones are still floating palaces. The Normandie, for example, is as good as the finest hotel 70 years ago though fitted out with modern technology of course!

* Less popular (trendy) destinations

>>>>Hawaii - most people fly but it's a beautiful open ocean Pacific cruise.

>>>>Australia – Long and needs to be booked far in advance. Bear in mind that it's summer there during the northern hemisphere winter.

>>>>South America – Less well known. Unusual. Great weather, beautiful sights. Wonderful shore trip excursions and souvenirs.

>>>>Up and down the coasts of the U.S. U.S. between Mexico and San Diego and Cabo, and New England - Florida.

>>>>UK – Round the coastline and maybe loop around Ireland. Stunning. Though not as glamorous as some the ships are excellent and you'll have a marvellous with excellent stops on the way.

Booking is easier and cheaper overall and, you may get given an early booking discount which is something you'll never get on the most popular routes.

***To start with go online***
See what's about, make a shortlist, and put it all into a spreadsheet. Then start asking for quotes.

Remember - Cruise lines want your business and want to make you happy so that you come back again and tell your friends – So if they have good cruise discounts on they will tell you!

If you're looking for a great cruise deal then check out the Mytravelstore.co.uk cruise discounts section - there are some excellent cruise offers and deals there if you're from the UK.