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Financial planner Brittney C. offers pointers to married couple Christopher and Elizabeth about moving into a new home.
Never underestimate the weight of a drink tray. The waiter or waitress only makes it look easy. In reality, they are working hard for their tips. Most people spill drinks from time to time. A full drink tray, if it were to spill, would be a much larger disaster. Carrying drink trays can take some practice to perfect, making the task somewhat intimidating for the new waitress.
A significant milestone in the life of a couple is when they become grandparents. The grandmother gets an opportunity to relive her memories of motherhood without having to bear all the responsibility of raising a child. The grandfather gets to spend time with his grandchild and capture those moments he may have missed out with his own children, when he was busy with his career. However, being a grandparent can also bring its share of concerns and responsibilities, and there are some easy ways of adjusting to this new role.
Don’t have time to travel to Philadelphia? Steak aficionado Josh Ozersky elevates the cheesesteak to new culinary heights. Learn the secrets behind his take on the savory comfort food, including tips on everything from the cut of the meat to the crunch of the bread.
Cycling a guppy tank establishes enough bacteria to remove toxins and keep ammonia and nitrite levels low. Bacteria needs time to grow to appropriate levels, so patience is key. Generally, a new guppy tank takes four to six weeks to fully cycle.
Tipping is a custom used to pay for services rendered by a person such as a waiter, concierge or valet. Tipping in Mexico is very similar to tipping in the United States; it is both customary and expected by those in the service industry. Depending on the type of services you are tipping for in your Mexican timeshare, the amounts vary greatly.
Mexico's beach city Akumal, located about one hour south of Cancun on the Yucatan Peninsula, brings travelers to its sandy white beaches and small communities year-round. Tipping in Akumal is voluntary, but commonly practiced and similar to tipping in the United States.
Mexico is a great vacation destination and a common location for business travelers. Using cash, credit cards and traveler's checks are all acceptable. Caution is necessary in any location, and Mexico is no exception. Planning ahead and using common sense will provide you with all the protection you need for your trip to Mexico.
For a different kind of New Mexico travel experience go on a spirited road trip through history. New Mexico abounds with old railroad and ghost towns, including hundreds of 19th century mining settlements. Most mining towns withered after the ore played out and many have been reduced to rubble, due to neglect and the ravages of New Mexico's climate. Some old New Mexico towns, however, have rejuvenated themselves and welcome tourists.
