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Algeria is a least explored place on earth by travelers and tourists, not because it’s not worth exploring but because of the less information about the region among the tourists. There are so many places of interests in Algeria that it cannot be ignored at all. Just like prehistoric rock art of Tassili n’Ajje and botanical gardens and impressive palaces of Algiers. The ancient towns and desert region of Algeria makes it unique in a way too.

Many people like the idea of Algeria tourist destination, due to its locality in North Africa. Those who are looking for beautiful beaches visit the northern side of the country. Some common beach resorts are Les Andalouses, Canastel, Mostaganem and Ain El Turk. To study the tribal and cultural aspects of Algeria you can visit places like Tassili N’Ajjer and Hoggar regions, near the town of Tamanrasset, unique on its own and because of this reason most people are considering Algeria as tourist destination.

You should also visit the Monument des Martyrs, which was created to remember the struggles and sacrifices of its people for the Algerian war for Independence. The monument basically features Eternal Flame shelter and palm leaves which contain the statues of soldiers symbolizing the struggles of Algerian people during war.

One of the UNESCO world Heritage Sites in Algeria is Al Qal’a of Beni Hammad, the place used to be the first capital of Hammadid Empire. Did you know that Algeria is second largest country in Africa? The Atlas Mountain separates it into two halves. The city of Annaba is also one of the major tourist attractions in Algeria, and is one of the major industrial centres of Algeria. One of the most visited places in Algeria is Constantine.

Other significant monuments of interests are, Our Lady of Africa (Algiers), New Mosque (Algiers), Ottoman Hanafi Mosque (Algiers), Roman Ruins (Timgad), Roman arch of Trajan (Timgad), Central Sahara (Assekrem), Santa Cruz castle (Oran) and Hoggar mountains (Sahara desert) and Blezma National Park at Batna province, home to more than 447 flora species and 309 fauna species.

The top rated restaurants of Algeria are Le Taj Mahal, Restaurant Chez Sauveur and Auberge Du Moulin. Those who like shopping can buy local carpets, jewellery, crafted woods, can visit street markets for local handicrafts. But Friday is not a good day for shopping because most of the shops are closed on Fridays, so keep that in mind while you are there. You can always find olives and dates, local spices in Algeria.

“Algeria Tourist Destination” yes think about it and definitely give a visit while you never know what you are missing.

If you’re reading this article, you probably have at least a little bit of background into what kava powder is, but for the benefit of the less educated, I’m going to start by telling you about the origins of kava powder.

Now, though it’s “kava powder” now, and what you’re going to buy in order to mix up your own kava drink, it certainly doesn’t start in powder form. The Kava plant’s scientific name is “Piper Methysticum,” which actually means “intoxicating pepper.” Before making a kava powder out of the plant, you have to get rid of all the unwanted parts. Specifically, you only want to use the roots. If you use the leaves or stems (or if you’re using a low-quality brand that may let some leaves and stems slip in) then there are potentially hazardous results. To explain that briefly – the leaves and stems of the kava plant hate your liver.

So long as you’re just using the root (or buying a powder from a reputable source that’s only going to use the root), there is nothing toxic about kava powder. People have been using it in the western Pacific islands (like Hawaii, Fiji, Tonga, Samoa, etc.) for thousands of years with no ill effects.

Once you have your kava powder, you will mix it with room-temperature water (anywhere from one to eight tablespoons of kava powder per cup of water) and let is steep for about a half hour. There are many different methods of mixing the kava and water, and though some mix it one cup or bowl at a time, others mix large amounts for a group setting. Typically, the water will be put in a bucket or cooler. The kava powder is then put into some kind of strainer. One of the most effective strainers that’s easy to get are lady’s pantyhose, but most other cloth-type strainers will do the job just as well. Then you knead the strainer to release the kava into the water.

So, why do we do this? Why go to all this effort for a drink? Well, simply put, Kava can make you “drunk,” but with a few major differences. Here are some similarities between the effects of kava and alcohol:

1) Both are sleep-inducing.

2) Both are muscle relaxants.

3) Both help relieve social and mental anxiety.

There are some very important differences, though!:

1) Unlike sleep after imbibing alcohol, sleep after Kava is incredibly restful. Most people report that they feel more rested than normal after the sleep induced from kava powder. Those who have alcohol-induced sleep report that it is far less restful.

2) Unlike the after-effects of alcohol, those who drink kava feel no negative effects the next day (that’s right, no hangover!)

3) Unlike alcohol, various studies have shown that Kava and kava powder have no negative long-term effects, and that Kava is not addictive.

4) You can’t build up a tolerance to Kava. While you have to drink more and more for the same effect with alcohol, Kava will have the same general effect on you with each use.

5) Kava has some positive effects that alcohol does not have. People who have imbibed kava report increased mental clarity and increased patience.

Tribal tattoos have become increasingly popular since bursting onto the modern tattoo scene in the early 1990’s. There’s something about their simple strength and beauty that is compelling, even to people who otherwise may not like tattoos. The gentle curves and strong angles of these black tattoos can be bold strokes across the skin, or intricate and almost lace-like. Some tribal tattoos incorporate human or animal figures. Others are purely symbolic.

As popular as tribal designs are, very few people know much about the history and symbolism behind these tattoos. This often isn’t due to a lack of trying to learn about them, but because of the fact that there are so many ancient and tribal societies that have used tattoos as part of their culture. The ancient art of tattoo is in evidence all over the world, from Europe and the Americas to Asia and all over the South Pacific.

For as many tattoo-wearing cultures as there have been throughout history, there are just as many meanings behind the symbols used. The tattoos of some societies symbolize different life experiences and expand over the years to tell the person’s life story. Some societies use tattoos as symbols of spiritual protection or for healing power over a specific ailment. Others used tattoos to signify their warrior achievements, such as how many rival warriors they had killed or how many heads they had taken. Still others wear traditional tattoos of their tribe purely because the tattoos were considered to make them more beautiful.

If you are considering getting a tribal tattoo, the best way to learn more about the background and history of tribal tattoo designs that you are drawn toward is to study the tattoo styles of the different tattoo-wearing societies. Doing a web search on the tattoos of different cultures will allow you identify which culture’s tattoos you are drawn to, and allow you to learn more about the meaning behind the tattoos of that society. Some of the more commonly seen tribal tattoos are Celtic, Maori, Samoa, Borneo, the Philippines and Native American.

Although many people choose to get tribal tattoos in order to keep in touch with their own culture background, you don’t have to carry the bloodline of the culture to get a tribal tattoo. However, out of respect for the culture, you should take some time to learn about the history and meaning of tattoos in that society. By doing a little bit of research you may find a tribal tattoo that you not only are drawn to artistically, but that reflects a connection between how you see the world and the beliefs of the culture that originated the design.

If you don’t feel connected to the tribal tattoos of one particular culture, you can take inspiration from several styles. You can work with your tattoo artist to create a tribal-inspired tattoo that means something special to you.

Whether your tribal tattoo is drawn directly from a specific culture, or your tattoo artist helps you create a new tribal-inspired tattoo design, a tribal tattoo is a very special and meaningful piece of art.

On the surface, weight loss sounds like a simple concept: eat fewer calories than you burn, and you’ll lose weight.

But our world’s growing obesity problem has completely changed the way we view weight loss, leading to some truly desperate measures and shocking statistics.

Here are ten of the most startling facts about weight loss:

1. The whole world needs to lose weight.

According to the World Health Organization, 1 billion of the world’s inhabitants are overweight. (That’s almost equal to the number of people who are malnourished in the world.)

Globally, over 22 million children under the age of 5 are considered overweight. This epidemic is largely due to increased consumption of processed foods high in calories and saturated fat, and a decrease in physical activity.

2. Nearly two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese.

The World Health Organization estimates that nearly two-thirds of all American adults are overweight. The National Center for Health Statistics recently found that 34% of Americans are clinically obese.

3. 50% of American women and 25% of American men are currently on a diet.

With numbers like the ones above, it’s no wonder most Americans feel the need to count calories.

However, society’s obsession with thinness comes at a price: Chronic dieting and emerging eating disorders are becoming more common among elementary school children.

4. America’s top three killers are linked to obesity.

National Geographic published some eye-opening facts about mortality in the USA.

They found that the top three most statistically likely causes of death were heart disease (with a 1 in 5 chance), cancer (with a 1 in 7 chance), and stroke (with a 1 in 24 chance). All of these have been linked to excess weight.

5. Surprisingly, America isn’t the world’s fattest nation.

The World Health Organization gives that dubious honor to Samoa, where more than 93% of the population is overweight or obese. The Pacific isle of Kiribati comes next, with an 82% obesity rate.

America rounds out the top three, but is closely followed by Germany (66.5%), Egypt (66%), and Bosnia-Herzegovina (63%).

6. The weight loss industry is fat and happy.

The obesity epidemic might mean misery for some, but it’s certainly padded the pockets of the weight loss industry.

In 2007 alone, the American Diatetic Association found that Americans spent $58 billion on weight loss products. Considering that obesity has gone global, you can imagine how lucrative the weight loss industry must be.

7. Over half of the diet industry’s claims are false.

As with any booming industry, there are plenty of unscrupulous sellers trying to prey on people’s weight loss dreams. The Federal Trade Commission published a study in 2002 which found that 55% of all weight loss claims “strained credibility”.

The American Diatetic Association concurs, pointing out the fact that most weight loss products focus on atypical success stories instead of real chances of success.

8. Bariatric surgery doesn’t always work.

Discouraged by multiple failed attempts at weight loss, more people than ever are turning to bariatric surgery. However, there is no evidence that gastric bypass or banding result in permanent weight loss.

The University of Virginia conducted a study that revealed gradual weight regain after 6 years post-surgery.

9. Diets don’t work either.

The National Institute of Health has estimated that dieters can expect to regain two-thirds of their lost weight within a year of completing their diet plan. These dieters can expect to regain all of their weight, and possibly more, within 5 years.

10. Fortunately, there is a perfect recipe for lasting weight loss.

The National Weight Control Registry tracks 3,000 people who have lost more than 30 pounds and kept it off for more than a year.

They have found that most of the successful dieters have four behaviors in common: they keep a food journal and monitor their weight; they never skip breakfast; they get an hour of exercise almost every day; and they eat diets consisting of 24% fat, 56% carbs, and 19% lean protein.

You can follow that perfect weight loss recipe for yourself and enjoy better health for years to come.

 Kava Kava, the famous Polynesian plant which is becoming more and more popular in America and Europe, is famous because it helps with relaxation.  It may, in fact, me more famous than we give it credit for, since this wonderful plant from the pepper family goes by so many different names across the globe.

The most common of the names for Kava is Kava Kava, though you’ll often find it labeled in supplement or powder form as just “kava powder” or “kava extract.”  But if you’re doing research, you may want to take a look at the different names of this plant.

One of my favorite is its scientific name, “Piper methysticum,” which means (literally) “introxicating pepper.”  Other somewhat less entertaining names for kava include “Rauschpfeffer” is a name used commonly in Europe, though the term (because of cancer research done in Europe) is often what you’ll run across if you look into the potential benefits of Kava for preventing or treating cancer (which is definitely worth looking into if you haven’t already).

In the islands, different locations have different names for it as well.  In Hawaii is ‘awa, in Samoa is ‘ava, in Fiji it’s yaqona, and in Pohnpei it’s sakau.  In other locations wordwide, it has gotten dozens more names, including gea, kew, kao, milik, meruk, maluk, malohu, and wurzelstock.  Though there are many more even beyond this, these are the most prominent.

What does this say?  Why is this important?  Does it really matter?  Well, certainly having so many different names for Kava doesn’t change the impact of it.  It doesn’t change the fact that Kava has been proven to help with anxiety relief and insomnia, and it doesn’t in any way alter the research for it as a cancer preventetive.  But when you’re doing your research and trying to get a full picture of this wonderful plant, you’ll want to consider looking at these different names.

Some studies, especially foreign studies, do not use “kava kava” their term, so researching (especially from a scientific standpoint) using all the names in your research can be useful.  It is becoming more and more popular and prominent in the U.S., in Europe, and in many other locations worldwide, so from a research perspective, knowing all the different names is really going to allow you some global perspective.

I think it also says something more, too.  The fact that the word has gotten into so many cultures in so many ways indicates to me that it is a significant plant.  Rather than using “borrowed words” as languages so often do, many cultures have created their own term for kava, with their own connotation for the plant.  Certainly the plant has made a significant impact on these cultures if they have decided to give the plant a title of their very own.

Whether it’s significant or not, it’s definitely interesting.  A single plant that’s gaining fame with a hundred different names is certainly worth looking at, and knowing the names if you’re into nomenclature like I am can be fascinating in and of itself.

• Rugby and football were essentially the same game until 1863. The split occurred when attempts were made to formalise the rules of football, whereupon the Blackheath club quit the new Football Association, wishing to protect players’ right to kick one another on the shins.
• Initially, the game of rugby was played by teams comprising 20 players.
• Rugby is the oldest international team sport, with the first rugby test predating both the first cricket and football tests.
• The International Rugby Board was created as the result of a disputed try, in a match between England and Scotland.
• The 1895 split between rugby league and rugby union occurred along both class and geographic lines. Clubs in the working class North embraced a professional game, while the wealthier clubs in the South adhered to the ethic of amateur rugby.
• The United States is the reigning Olympic rugby gold medallist, having won the last rugby event played at the Olympics, in 1924.
• Japan boasts the largest playing pool of any rugby-playing nation, with 125,000 registered players.
• Pope John Paul II played rugby for the Polish national team.
• The first Gilbert rugby ball was manufactured in the late 1700s by William Gilbert, a cobbler whose business was positioned next to the Rugby school at which the modern game was first played.
• The shape of the modern rugby ball is derived from the use of inflated pigs bladders, which were used during the early years of the game.
• During the early days of the game only a single point was awarded for a try. A drop goal, however, earned 3 points.
• The first test between Western Samoa and Fiji was played at 7am in the morning, on a pitch with a large tree growing in its centre.
• The South African rugby team didn’t lose a single test series between 1896 and 1956.
• World War One had a significant impact on the game of rugby. 133 international players were killed in battles, which resulted in the development of the sport being set back by decades, and also gave football the opportunity to become the most popular game in the United Kingdom.
• If Germany had not occupied France during World War Two, rugby league would have been the dominant convention in that country. During the Nazi occupation all the assets of the massive French Rugby League were handed over to the French Rugby Union, and for decades after the war rugby league clubs were not permitted to describe their game as ‘rugby’.
• The grave of William Webb Ellis, the man credited with inventing rugby, was only located in 1959.
• Stellenbosch Rugby Club in South Africa is the largest rugby club in the world with over 7,000 registered players.
• Rugby Union is an extremely popular spectator sport in Georgia and Madagascar.
• Since turning professional, the popularity of rugby has soared around the globe, with the 2007 Rugby World Cup attracting a cumulative audience of 4 billion. The sport is currently considered the second most popular on the planet, the first being football.
• Rugby union is gaining in popularity more rapidly than any other sport in the United States, and the country already boasts a player pool larger than any of the Celtic teams participating in the Six Nations Championship.

Well, there you have it – 20 things you didn’t perhaps now about rugby!

Franchised dealers who sell used vehicles must comply with the Federal Trade commission’s Used Car Rule including dealers who sell more than five vehicles in a twelve month period. Financial institutions and banks are exempt from the rule.

The used car rule applies in all states except Maine and Wisconsin. These two states are exempt because they have similar regulations that require dealers to post disclosures on used vehicles. The rule applies in the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, and American Samoa.

You must display a Buyers Guide before you “offer” a used vehicle for sale. A vehicle is offered for sale when you display it for sale or let a customer inspect it for the purpose of buying it, even if the car is not ready for delivery. At public auctions, dealers AND the auction company must comply. The rule does not apply to auctions that are closed to consumers.

Exceptions to the rule are: Motorcycles; Any vehicle sold for scrap or parts; Agricultural equipment.

THE BUYERS GUIDE is a disclosure document that gives consumers important purchasing and warranty information, the Buyers Guide discloses to consumers:

* whether the vehicle is being sold “as is” or with a warranty;

* what percentage of the repair costs a dealer will pay under warranty;

* that oral promises are difficult to enforce;

* to get all promises in writing;

* to keep the Buyers Guide for reference after the sale;

* the major mechanical and electrical systems on the car as well as some of the major problems that consumers should look out for;

* to ask to have the car inspected by an independent mechanic before they buy.

If a used car transaction is conducted in Spanish, a Spanish language Buyers Guide must be posted on the vehicle before it can be displayed or offered for sale.

The Buyers Guide must be posted PROMINENTLY and CONSPICUOUSLY on or in a vehicle when a car is available for sale. This means it must be in plain view with both sides visible. You can hang the Guide from the rear-view mirror inside the car or from the side-view mirror outside the car. It can also be placed under a windshield wiper. A guide also can be attatched to a side window. A guide cannot be placed under a seat or in the glove compartment because it is not in plain sight.

The Guide can be removed for a test drive, but must be replaced as soon as the test drive is over.

The most popular handicrafts in Bora Bora are the pareos, which are wraparound skirts traditionally worn by Tahitian women but, today, it applies to any wraparound cloths worn around the body. It is the equivalent of sarongs in Malaysia or lavalava in Samoa.

These colorful cloths usually have floral designs and tribal tattoo motifs. You can use them not only as beach wear but they also make nice wall hangings or table cloths.

On your visit to Bora Bora, you can see a demonstration of how pareos are painted as well as different ways of tying or wrapping them around your body. Pareos are one of the best souvenirs to bring home.

One of the most well-known handicrafts in Bora Bora is the Tifaifai, a handmade quilt which is traditionally used in weddings to wrap around the newlyweds. Today, these magnificent cloths are also used as blankets and bedcovers. Many hotels can arrange tours to villages where you can see traditional Tifaifai quilt-making.

One of the best places to secure handicrafts and other souvenir items in Bora Bora is in the local crafts market known as “Te Fanau Tahi”. If you will be shopping for handicrafts and other knick knacks to bring home, take note that shops in Bora Bora and other neighboring islands are usually closed on Sundays, except shops in hotels. Te Fanau Tahi is open on weekends when there are cruise ships. If you are preparing to make a hard bargain, it is better if you save it for another trip as bargaining is not a common practice in these parts.

To the north of Hotel Bora Bora is Boutique Gaugin, another popular store with a large selection of handicrafts, black pearls and other souvenir items. This is also a good place to find artistic pareos. Boutique Gaugin is welcomes shoppers daily.

There are numerous boutiques in the island where you can shop for pareos and other handicrafts produced by local artisans such as Boutique Bora Bora in the village of Vaitape which sells a wide variety of items from woodcarvings to black pearls. While Vaitape is the main area in Bora Bora for shopping, there are plenty of shops along the island’s main road. Other popular handicrafts in Bora Bora that you can take home include hand-woven baskets, straw hats, flower and shell leis, fans, headbands and other handcrafted accessories made from coconut leaves and fibers, pearls and other natural materials.

If your soap is translucent and amber or yellowish in color, it’s glycerin bar soap. There are numerous glycerin soaps on the market today, and you may be interested to know that it is the oldest kind of commercial soap sold today; the first glycerin bar soap was manufactured and sold before the American Civil War in 1857.

There is mass-produced glycerin bar soap, then there is handmade glycerin soap. Many people prefer the latter, even if it is a bit more expensive. Like them, you’ll probably come to the conclusion that homemade glycerin is worth the few cents extra.

This all-natural product is made in several places around the country, including Hawaii. There, soaps are made with healthful tropical oils such as coconut and palm, and include many exotic scents derived from local fruits (mango, passion fruit and pineapple) as well as flowers (local orchids and jasmine). Although not generally available outside the U.S., this product is still able to be shipped to the other 49 states as well as the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, American Samoa and Guam.

How Natural Glycerin Is Made

As the name suggests, glycerin contain glycerin – which is a natural byproduct that occurs when fat from an animal or vegetable source is refined. Glycerin is what gives fat its “oily” feel, and is an excellent remedy for dry, flaky skin. Natural glycerin can be a very effective moisturizer, unlike many commercial soaps that do not contain glycerin and can actually cause skin to dry out.

The Benefits of Handmade Glycerin Soap

While most kinds of commercial glycerin soap make excellent moisturizers and confer all the benefits of that substance, they tend to have an unpleasant medicinal smell. Homemade glycerin soap on the other hand can contain various botanical extracts that can add floral, fruity or herbal overtones, making it a real treat for the senses.

Glycerin soaps are not only good for dry skin; they can also be therapeutic for skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis and other skin rashes. Glycerin may provide some relief from the burning itch associated with these conditions. Men and women alike find that glycerin soaps also furnish excellent protection when shaving.