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	<title>taxi firms</title>
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				<title>Leave Your Airport Parking Worries Behind</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jul 2006 00:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>taxi service</category><category>stress free travel</category><category>airport taxi</category><category>taxi firms</category><category>holiday</category><category>http</category><category>journey</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/leave-your-airport-parking-worries-behind</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[We all look forward to jetting off for a week or two in the sun, but flying from any airport automatically brings up the issues of how we will get to the airport from home and back again at the end of the trip.  For many, getting to the airport by bus or train is additional hassle that they just]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[We all look forward to jetting off for a week or two in the sun, but flying from any airport automatically brings up the issues of how we will get to the airport from home and back again at the end of the trip. <br /><br /> For many, getting to the airport by bus or train is additional hassle that they just don't want, particularly if they are catching an early flight, or will be travelling with young children or lots of luggage. <br /><br /> The easiest way to get to the airport is to drive, but parking can be expensive. On-site long term parking at any airport is costly and although you can take advantage of companies that offer parking outside the airport and bus you in, it's just not as convenient as being dropped off right outside arrivals. <br /><br /> The best way to make sure that your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/journey" rel="tag">journey</a> to the airport is smooth and stress-free is to book a taxi. A good firm will pick you up from home and take you to the right entrance at your terminal, and will be waiting for you on your return. This means that all you have to do is pay the taxi at the beginning of your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/holiday" rel="tag">holiday</a> and locate it when you get home. By using a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/taxi+service" rel="tag">taxi service</a>, you'll benefit from: <br /><br /> • Stress-free travel  • Space and comfort  • Arrival on time at the airport  • Save on expensive parking fees  • No bus transfers to off-site car parks <br /><br /> There are hundreds of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/airport+taxi" rel="tag">airport taxi</a> firms who can help you to extend your holiday by making the journey to and from the airport as easy and comfortable as possible. You don't have to worry about the security of your car whilst you are away, or even take your car keys on holiday with you. Using a reliable taxi service means that you can be sure that you will be picked up when you arrive -- even if your plane is delayed. You can't beat that kind of service as a great addition to your long-awaited holiday.   <bio>Velite Minicabs offers affordable, comfortable airport transfers. To find out more, visit our website by clicking on <a href="http://www.velitecabs.com" >http://www.velitecabs.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Finding Insurance For Your Taxi Online</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:01:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>taxi insurance</category><category>taxi company</category><category>taxi drivers</category><category>prospec</category><category>coverage plan</category><category>insurance quote online</category><category>insurance plans</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/finding-insurance-for-your-taxi-online</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Some people think of insurance on taxis as a waste of money, due to the fact that 3rd parties are using taxis for rent. The thing is, these people must view insurance plans as a safeguard for the taxi. It's true that some people lease their taxi, and therefore a coverage that plans for everything]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Some people think of insurance on taxis as a waste of money, due to the fact that 3rd parties are using taxis for rent. The thing is, these people must view <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+plans" rel="tag">insurance plans</a> as a safeguard for the taxi. It's true that some people lease their taxi, and therefore a coverage that plans for everything is important to safeguard the taxi against damage. When the taxis are to be let out, to cover every option is essential due to the fact that the insurance plans will not cover only that damage which is inflicted, but also the repairs, and the insurance is also covering transportation as well as damage to any goods. Due to very stiff market competition, there are many companies selling <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/taxi+insurance" rel="tag">taxi insurance</a> that offer all kinds of coverage in only one type of insurance plan, and this tends to be cheaper.<br><br>In today's high-tech world, it really becomes quite an easy feat for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/taxi+drivers" rel="tag">taxi drivers</a> to obtain an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+quote+online" rel="tag">insurance quote online</a>. It is best getting an online quote for insurance for a taxi as compared to applying and fill it in by hand. The online insurance quoted for a taxi is saving you loads of energy, as well as time. You're able to seek out an insurance broker online, in your own time.<br><br>Those online brokers for insurance are very experienced; they will give an estimate to your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/taxi+company" rel="tag">taxi company</a> for how much the insurance is likely to cost. These brokers have an excellent knowledge about insurance; they can offer you their most affordable policy for an insurance having the best coverage. These insurance plans are instantly available, with an insurance company recognizing the needs of your enterprise, as well as taking into account your budget.<br><br>Online insurance for your taxi makes processing very effective, easy, and fast. The details given to those online brokers for insurance by any <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/prospec" rel="tag">prospec</a>tive clients are important, in order to compute the most affordable quote of insurance and to get an excellent <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/coverage+plan" rel="tag">coverage plan</a>. The agents for insurance are trained well; they are also knowledgeable about any risks involved. The prospective client must inform the insurance agent about the quantity of the cars to be insured. The quotes for insurance are obtainable for several vehicles like taxis, vans and many more.<br><br>The prospective clients are given an option to decide the coverage they desire, and they need to take into consideration their budget as well as the efficiency of the insurance coverage. You must read over the documents for the insurance to determine the premium plans available. It's recommended to the owners of taxis that they provide their cars' license as well as registration to the insurance companies.<br><br>The agency you decide to obtain your taxi insurance through will need certain kinds of information, and it is best to be honest as, in the event of a claim, you may be denied if it is found that the information your provided was not truthful. In all, however, obtaining insurance online is generally faster and easier than scouting around various insurance offices to find the best deal.<bio>Staveley Head is an established insurer in the UK providing a variety of insurance services such as <a href="http://www.staveleyhead.co.uk/taxi/">taxi insurance</a> to help businesses recover their losses in difficult situations.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Car Hire In Berlin For World Cup 2006</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jun 2006 18:32:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>love parade berlin</category><category>world cup 2006</category><category>easycar</category><category>superbreak</category><category>capital of germany</category><category>http</category><category>host cities</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/car-hire-in-berlin-for-world-cup-2006</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The World Cup in Germany this summer is se tot be not only the biggest sporting event of the decade but also the biggest tourist draw in Europe this year. Berlin will be the centrepiece for this celebration of the beautiful game hosting the final and, as capital of Germany, the main host for the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The World Cup in Germany this summer is se tot be not only the biggest sporting event of the decade but also the biggest tourist draw in Europe this year. Berlin will be the centrepiece for this celebration of the beautiful game hosting the final and, as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/capital+of+germany" rel="tag">capital of Germany</a>, the main host for the festivities. <br /><br /> Although the influx of tourists is set to be huge, Berlin is well geared up for the opening of the tournament. As one of Europe's most popular city break destinations and the host for major annual events such as the Love Parade, Berlin is well used to throwing a party. Accommodation however will be thin on the ground in Berlin and anyone looking for a late deal will be struggling to find anything within the parameters of Berlin itself but some of the major hotel booking (<a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/superbreak" rel="tag">superbreak</a>.com">http://www.superbreak.com</a> ) resellers may have some late availability on the outskirts of the city or surrounding towns. <br /><br /> For true football fans getting around Germany during the World Cup might be a troublesome affair. Although Germany has one of the most efficient public transport systems in the world, it is also the largest country in Europe and with the 12 <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/host+cities" rel="tag">host cities</a> spread throughout the land mass, the transport system is set to be bursting at the seams. Renting a car might be the best option for those looking to explore further than Berlin or to use the capital as a base for following their teams' fortunes in the tournament. Most of the major car rental (<a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/easycar" rel="tag">easycar</a>.com/aspx/car-hire/location/Berlin.aspx/EN">http://www.easycar.com/aspx/car-hire/location/Berlin.aspx/EN</a> ) firms have a presence in the city and the road network in the city itself and throughout the host cities makes car hire in Berlin and for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/world+cup+2006" rel="tag">World cup 2006</a> a valid option. <br /><br /> Berlin has garnered a reputation as a cultural and party capital since reunification in 1990. A steady influx of short break tourists have ensured that the city has the facilities and tourist infrastructure that one would expect of a major European city and Berlin certainly does not disappoint. There are some interesting towns surrounding the capital and for those exploring the region by car the contrast between east and west although eroded over the last 16 years is still just visible.   <bio>Michael is a keen writer, and internet marketer living in Scotland: Contact details: E-mail: samqam@googlemail.com Phone: 0131 561 2251 Michael's Website: <a href="<a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm"><a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm</a> <a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Car Hire In Munich For World Cup 2006</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jun 2006 18:32:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>city of munich</category><category>easycar</category><category>superbreak</category><category>germany tourism</category><category>world cup action</category><category>bavaria</category><category>http</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/car-hire-in-munich-for-world-cup-2006</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The World Cup in Germany this summer will be the biggest tourist draw in Europe for 2006 as well as being the most popular and watched sporting event in the world. The host cities of Germany are prepared for the influx of tourists and fans, seeking to soak up the atmosphere of the greatest show on]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The World Cup in Germany this summer will be the biggest tourist draw in Europe for 2006 as well as being the most popular and watched sporting event in the world. The host cities of Germany are prepared for the influx of tourists and fans, seeking to soak up the atmosphere of the greatest show on Earth. <br /><br /> As one of the main host cities Munich is set for the opening of the tournament with added accommodation and improved transport links added to cope with the additional hoards that will descend on the city this summer. Munich is no stranger to high volumes of tourists as open of the most popular short break destinations on the continent and, of course, the centre of the world famous Oktoberfest. <br /><br /> Last minute travellers to Munich during the World Cup will find it difficult to attain accommodation. Despite the added rooms and camps, most hotels and sites have been sold out for some time. Some of the major hotel booking (<a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/superbreak" rel="tag">superbreak</a>.com">http://www.superbreak.com</a> ) resellers might have some availability if not in Munich then perhaps in the surrounding towns of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bavaria" rel="tag">Bavaria</a>. There are alternatives outside of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/city+of+munich" rel="tag">city of Munich</a> and these options can be explored further by visiting the official German tourist website (<a href="http://www.germany-tourism.co.uk/pages/getting_around.html">http://www.germany-tourism.co.uk/pages/getting_around.html</a> ). <br /><br /> Bavaria itself is one of the main tourist hot spots in Germany with a range of attractions that should keep even the most restless of tourist occupied for a week or so. For those hoping to mix some  <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/world+cup+action" rel="tag">World Cup action</a> with something more sedate then Bavaria might just be the place to explore. Bavaria is a great region for driving with rolling landscapes and scenery befitting any country, not least the famous Black Forest itself. Car hire is easy to come by in the region and is centred around Munich and in particular the International Airport. Most of the major car rental (<a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/easycar" rel="tag">easycar</a>.com/aspx/car-hire/location/Munich.aspx/EN">http://www.easycar.com/aspx/car-hire/location/Munich.aspx/EN</a> ) firms have a presence there to travel around Munich for the World Cup or to the wider Bavaria to get away from the celebrations.   <bio>Michael is a keen writer, and internet marketer living in Scotland: Contact details:E-mail: samqam@googlemail.com Phone: 0131 561 2251 Michael's Website: <a href="<a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm"><a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm</a> <a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Cheap Car Hire In Spain</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2006 21:50:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>city bus service</category><category>taxi service</category><category>miles southwest</category><category>aena</category><category>duty free shop</category><category>fri</category><category>airports</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheap-car-hire-in-spain</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When thinking of hiring a car in Spain, it is of course crucial to have all the information on airports at hand if flying is your mode of transport when getting into the country.  Spain boasts over 30 international airports. Information on the major airports follows; information on any of the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[When thinking of hiring a car in Spain, it is of course crucial to have all the information on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/airports" rel="tag">airports</a> at hand if flying is your mode of transport when getting into the country. <br /><br /> Spain boasts over 30 international airports. Information on the major airports follows; information on any of the others can be obtained from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aena" rel="tag">AENA</a> (Aeropuertos Espanoles y Navegación Aérea) Calle Arturo Soria 109, Madrid 28043 (tel: (90) 240 4704 (customer service line); website: www.aena.es), which is the organization responsible for running all of the Spanish airports. <br /><br /> Madrid (MAD) (Barajas) is 15km (9 miles) northeast of the city. A bus service departs to the city around every 10 to 30 minutes (0700-2400) and underground services run every four to seven minutes (0600-0130). <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/taxi+service" rel="tag">Taxi service</a> is available. Airport facilities include restaurants and bars, a bank, several car hire offices, hotel reservation and tourist information desks, and outgoing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/duty+free+shop" rel="tag">duty free shop</a>. <br /><br /> Barcelona (BCN) (del Prat) is 12km (7 miles) southwest of the city. Bus service to the city departs Mon-<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fri" rel="tag">Fri</a> every 15 minutes, Sat every 30 mins and Sun every 20 mins (0600-2400). Rail service is every 30 minutes (0645-2340). Taxi service to the city is available, costing about andEuro;18 (travel time - 30 minutes). Airport facilities include a bank, restaurant, bar, several car hire companies, hotel reservation and tourist information desks and duty free shops. <br /><br /> Alicante (ALC) (Altet) is 12km (7 miles) southwest of the city. Bus service runs to the city (0655-2310) every 10 to 40 minutes, costing andEuro;1. A taxi service is available to the city, costing about andEuro;12. There is a taxi connection between Alicante and Valencia Airport. Airport facilities include a duty free shop, bank, bureau de change, car hire, tourist information and restaurant. <br /><br /> Bilbao (BIO) (Sondika) is 10km (6 miles) north of the city. Bus and taxi services to the city are available (travel time - 30 minutes) and cost about andEuro;1. Airport facilities include a restaurant, duty free shop, tourist information desk and car hire. <br /><br /> Málaga (AGP) is 10km (6 miles) southwest of the city. Buses run every 10 to 30 minutes (travel time - 20 minutes). Train service runs every 30 minutes and costs about andEuro;1. Taxi service to the city is available, costing andEuro;12. Airport facilities include duty free shop, bank/bureau de change, restaurant and car hire. <br /><br /> Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) is 10km (6 miles) northeast of the city. Buses and taxis are available to the city center (travel time - 10 to 15 minutes). Airport facilities include bar, banks, car hire and shops. <br /><br /> Seville (SVQ) is 8km (5 miles) from the city. Taxis and buses are available to the city center (travel time - 20 to 30 minutes). <br /><br /> Valencia (VLC) (Manises) is 8km (5 miles) west of the city. Taxis and buses (0600-2300, every 15 minutes) are available to the city center (travel time - 60 minutes (bus), 30 minutes (taxi). Airport facilities include several car hire firms, bank/bureau de change, restaurant, bar and duty free shop.   <bio>For more information please visit <a href="http://www.444.net">http://www.444.net</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Crazy Taxi -- 5 Worst Cities to Catch a Cab</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:15:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>airport shuttle service</category><category>white cabs</category><category>gypsy cab</category><category>nasty tendency</category><category>airport taxi</category><category>venezuelan capital</category><category>unmarked cars</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/crazy-taxi-5-worst-cities-to-catch-a-cab</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Taxi services around the world range from the very good to the hopelessly corrupt and downright dangerous -- if you've just landed at a foreign airport, taxi trouble is the last thing you want. You're tired, weighed down with luggage, and you just want to get to your hotel without any hassle. The]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Taxi services around the world range from the very good to the hopelessly corrupt and downright dangerous -- if you've just landed at a foreign airport, taxi trouble is the last thing you want. You're tired, weighed down with luggage, and you just want to get to your hotel without any hassle. The bad news for travellers is that at the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/airport+taxi" rel="tag">airport taxi</a> drivers are most likely to try and rip you off -- they know you are tired, they know you are new to the country and they know that they have the chance to trick or pressure you into paying more than you should. But forewarned is forearmed: here are five cities that are renowned for having some of the worst taxis in the world...<br><br>Cairo<br><br>Cairo is infamous as being one of the most infuriating places to catch a cab. Whether you catch a cab on the street or at the airport, taxi drivers in Cairo have a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nasty+tendency" rel="tag">nasty tendency</a> to be rude, aggressive and consistently overcharge. Even if you've agreed on a price before you start the trip, Cairo taxi drivers will invariably ask for much more when it is time to pay. Cairo veterans claim the best tactic is just to give them what you think is fair and walk away without getting into an argument -- it might just be worth getting a pre-booked airport taxi and saving yourself the hassle!<br><br>Caracas<br><br>The standard <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/white+cabs" rel="tag">white cabs</a> of Caracas are of a good enough quality, but there is a fleet of pirate cabs (usually nothing more than <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unmarked+cars" rel="tag">unmarked cars</a> with a paper taxi sign stuck in the window) who are notoriously unreliable. When you arrive at the airport, your taxi should be pre-booked through an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/airport+shuttle+service" rel="tag">airport shuttle service</a>, or you are liable to get more than you bargained for on a ride through the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/venezuelan+capital" rel="tag">Venezuelan capital</a>.<br><br>Moscow<br><br>In Moscow, there is a "<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/gypsy+cab" rel="tag">gypsy cab</a>" culture -- if you stand by the road with your thumb out, pretty much anyone will pull over and give you a lift, looking to earn a little money as they drive through the city. However, this service is completely unregulated, and can lead to arguments over fares. Unless your Russian is up to scratch, it's best to stick to the official taxis!<br><br>Mexico City<br><br>Sometimes taxi fares feel like daylight robbery, but in Mexico this is no exaggeration! The taxi fleet in Mexico City is made up of white and green VW Beetles -- they may look cute, but don't be fooled. There have been persistent reports of passengers being driven to an ATM and forced to withdraw large sums of money. Using airport transfer services and only taking taxis that you have contacted in advance are the best ways to avoid the problem.<br><br>Lagos<br><br>The taxi drivers in this Nigerian city aren't the problem -- it's the thousand and one petty officials who will flag your cab down looking for a bribe. "Official" checkpoints pepper the roads, and travel through the city can rapidly become very tiresome, so catch a cab in the street at your own risk!<br><br>By far the best way to avoid taxi trouble when you've just arrived in a country is to get an airport transfer. In many countries, the actual licensed cabs tend to be reliable and honest -- it's the unlicensed ones who are most likely to try and scam you. It may be tempting to jump in the car of the first cab who offers to pick you up, but it is well worth sticking with the big licensed taxi companies and airport shuttle services when it comes to finding your way around an unfamiliar city.<bio>Bruno Calzaverini is the Managing Director of Shuttle Direct. Providing pre-booked <a href="http://www.shuttledirect.com">airport taxis</a> all over Europe, the company can make sure that you don't miss your car on your holiday abroad.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Saving on Auto Rentals</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2008 13:01:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>auto firms</category><category>taxi fares</category><category>peak seasons</category><category>vacation season</category><category>hand knowledge</category><category>big car</category><category>mini van</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/saving-on-auto-rentals</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you are deciding to go on a vacation, and do not want to get lost in the new city, which is usually possible, when you travel by train or bus, then consider traveling by rental autos.At present, several firms offer cheap rental autos. These autos give you the flexibility of driving an]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you are deciding to go on a vacation, and do not want to get lost in the new city, which is usually possible, when you travel by train or bus, then consider traveling by rental autos.<br><br>At present, several firms offer cheap rental autos. These autos give you the flexibility of driving an automobile, while traveling outside the home. Moreover, by hiring the autos, you can easily cut down pricey <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/taxi+fares" rel="tag">taxi fares</a>.<br><br>However, the task of fixing a deal with the auto rental firm can be confusing as well as expensive, particularly if you do not have a first <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hand+knowledge" rel="tag">hand knowledge</a> about the same. Therefore, here are few tips to help you get the cheapest auto rental deal.<br><br>How to Save Money on Auto Rental?<br><br>Decide what type of automobile you need:<br><br>You need to decide whether you want to hire a bigger or smaller car. For that, consider as how many people are traveling with you. If there are many individuals, you need to consider <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/big+car" rel="tag">big car</a> and vice a versa. If there are more than ten members, then you may also hire a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mini+van" rel="tag">mini van</a>. Moreover, if your place of visit is close to the lodge or hotel, you can opt for a non-ac car. While finalizing the auto, give priority to comfort as well as safety.<br><br>Make the booking in advance:<br><br>Always make the booking of rental autos in advance, probably two or three weeks before the commencement of your journey. If you are thinking to travel during <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/vacation+season" rel="tag">vacation season</a>, then booking well in advance will help you to save some dollars. The reason is most cheap rental <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/auto+firms" rel="tag">auto firms</a> increase their fees during <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/peak+seasons" rel="tag">peak seasons</a>. In addition, always negotiate with the dealer before finalizing the deal.<br><br>You can reserve online:<br><br>Online auto rental firms offer best services. So, log onto the Internet and check out few credible car rental websites. Check their fees, services and offers and then make the reservation. Few websites may also give you more discount if you book air tickets and hire the car from the same website.<br><br>Some companies will give you discount, if you opt to make full payment in advance. However, while considering the latter option, check the credibility of the auto rental website. In addition, some firms will include fuel charges in the total fee, while some companies may ask you to pay for fuel separately.<br><br>Other tips:<br><br>Rental Insurance:<br><br>Some auto rental firms ask individuals to pay for insurance. If you already have car insurance, then avoid taking any new coverage. However, in case you do not have any insurance, you can consider paying for the coverage. Check the policy of these firms before signing the deal, because rental firms may use your insurance coverage to repair their autos in case of damage.<br><br>Inspect the rental autos:<br><br>Before driving the vehicle, inspect it thoroughly for any dents, scratches and damage. You need to make sure that odometer, directional signals, gas gauge and headlights are working properly.<br><br>Thus, hire rental autos and make the most of your trip without worrying to change transportation mediums frequently.<bio>Find the <a href="http://www.findgascards.com">best gas credit cards</a> and more of Tom's work at FINDgascards.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Taxi Insurance Quotes -- Honesty is Better</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:29:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>policy premiums</category><category>driving convictions</category><category>taxi insurance</category><category>other vehicles</category><category>poor maintenance</category><category>taxi driver</category><category>insurance broker</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/taxi-insurance-quotes-honesty-is-better</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There are a variety of factors affecting your taxi insurance. One such factor, for example, is the driver/s you will be employing. There are other factors of course, but it is important to remember to answer all the questions on your policy honestly and truthfully, otherwise you may be denied a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[There are a variety of factors affecting your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/taxi+insurance" rel="tag">taxi insurance</a>. One such factor, for example, is the driver/s you will be employing. There are other factors of course, but it is important to remember to answer all the questions on your policy honestly and truthfully, otherwise you may be denied a claim when you try to make one. Supplying correct information also determines the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/policy+premiums" rel="tag">policy premiums</a> and specifications -- which is even more reason to be honest!<br><br>The length of time you or your drivers have been driving taxis affect the policy. If you or one of your drivers is a first time <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/taxi+driver" rel="tag">taxi driver</a>, this may mean your premiums will be higher. If, however, you or one of your drivers have been driving for a long time, then the premiums may be less as you're deemed a responsible and experienced driver. Similarly, if you or one of your drivers have <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/driving+convictions" rel="tag">driving convictions</a> this will affect your policy. Being honest here is important, even if you think it will negatively impact your policy -- as mentioned above, if you're found to be dishonest and you try to make a claim, you may be denied. And you'll be out of pocket not only your premium payments but also the cost of repairing your vehicle, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/other+vehicles" rel="tag">other vehicles</a> involved and any other damages to property or injuries to people.<br><br>By supplying the correct information, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+broker" rel="tag">insurance broker</a> or agency you decide to go through can calculate the appropriate risks involved, and offer you a policy accordingly. If you lie about the upkeep of your vehicles, and then you're involved in an accident deemed to be your fault due to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/poor+maintenance" rel="tag">poor maintenance</a> -- you'll be denied the claim. If, however, you're honest about how often you get your vehicles serviced then when purchasing a policy this will be taken into account and your premiums -- and the payout you will receive in the event of a claim -- will be determined. Sure, you may pay more up front by way of premiums, but your claim won't be turned down in the unfortunate chance of an accident occurring.<br><br>If you are comparing quotes in order to obtain the best possible price for the best possible insurance policy, then you also need to be consistent in your information given to the agency or broker. You cannot possibly obtain accurate quote comparisons if you give different information to different agencies or brokers. Only by keeping your information consistent can you get an honest comparison so you can properly choose the right policy.<br><br>Something else to bear in mind is that taxi insurance premiums may be different to ordinary private car premiums -- this is because taxis are on the road more often and subjected to an increased risk of something happening. Statistically this is unavoidable. So it is best not to put on your policy that the car will be for private use in the hopes of obtaining a lesser premium -- again, your claim will be denied in the event of making one.<bio>Staveley Head is an established company in the UK which provides a range of insurance products such as <a href="http://www.staveleyhead.co.uk/taxi/">taxi insurance</a> to help cover your finances when you have an accident or in other unfortunate situations.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Buy Mobile Phones Online To Find The Best Deals</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2006 03:32:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mobile phone market</category><category>mobile phone shops</category><category>buy mobile phones</category><category>dialaphone</category><category>dial a phone</category><category>choc full</category><category>ubiquitous</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/buy-mobile-phones-online-to-find-the-best-deals</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ The high streets are choc full of mobile phone. Every newspaper, magazine, billboard and TV break tells us about the latest and greatest deals from the networks and retailers. With so many options and deals available, it can be hard for the ordinary consumer to choose the deal that best suits]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ The high streets are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/choc+full" rel="tag">choc full</a> of mobile phone. Every newspaper, magazine, billboard and TV break tells us about the latest and greatest deals from the networks and retailers. With so many options and deals available, it can be hard for the ordinary consumer to choose the deal that best suits firstly their lifestyle and secondly their pocket. <br /><br /> The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mobile+phone+market" rel="tag">mobile phone market</a> exploded seemingly overnight and has matured extremely quickly. Buying mobile phones has gone from being an exclusive activity to a recurring annual purchase for almost every adult and child in the UK. As the market has matured, competition has become fervent and prices have steadily dropped. Although the major networks are still relatively few and it remains true that these providers still dictate and drive much of the market, the emergence of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mobile+phone+shops" rel="tag">mobile phone shops</a> and retailers has led to direct cost savings for us the customers. <br /><br /> As with any market in the 21st century, mobile phones are conspicuous to the point of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/ubiquitous" rel="tag">ubiquitous</a> which adds another dimension for the customer as we look online to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/buy+mobile+phones" rel="tag">buy mobile phones</a>. Online resellers have been quick to take advantage of the web as a primary distribution channel. Buying in bulk from the manufacturers and dealing directly with networks, online retailers such as Dial-a-Phone mobile phones (<a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/dialaphone" rel="tag">dialaphone</a>.co.uk/buymobilephones.html">http://www.dialaphone.co.uk/buymobilephones.html</a> ) have managed to cut traditional business overheads by using the medium of the internet as the primary source of custom. This means that some of the cost savings can be passed directly on to the customer meaning potential savings when buying mobile phones online. <br /><br /> Online resellers can offer the same services as high street resellers but it can be difficult to buy the right mobile phone without some kind of information about the product. The web is useful for product research of all kinds and again the mobile phone market is no different with various review sites (<a href="http://www.reviewcentre.com/">http://www.reviewcentre.com/</a> ) offering useful information about mobile phones.   <bio>Michael is a keen writer, and internet marketer living in Scotland: Contact details: E-mail: samqam@googlemail.com Phone: 0131 561 2251 Michael's Website: <a href="<a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm"><a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm</a> <a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Choosing A Reliable Mini Cab Service</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jul 2006 00:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mini cab</category><category>cab service</category><category>relevant service</category><category>service licence</category><category>neighbours</category><category>journeys</category><category>taxi company</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/choosing-a-reliable-mini-cab-service</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[You can't underestimate the importance of a reliable mini cab service. For some, a cab is just something that takes them home late at night, or gives them a ride to the airport when they're off on holiday. For others, a mini cab is a lifeline -- a ride to the local shops or to the doctors -- and]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[You can't underestimate the importance of a reliable <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mini+cab" rel="tag">mini cab</a> service. For some, a cab is just something that takes them home late at night, or gives them a ride to the airport when they're off on holiday. For others, a mini cab is a lifeline -- a ride to the local shops or to the doctors -- and regular customers establish good relationships with the drivers. You may need a mini cab for: <br /><br /> • A night out  • Theatre trips  • The school run  • Visiting the doctor or the hospital  • Helping with supermarket shopping  • Airport transfers <br /><br /> So, what should you look for when you're choosing a taxi service? <br /><br /> Licence <br /><br /> A good mini cab business will be licensed by their local authority. Requirements for licensing can vary, but authorities need to know that the cars used by the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/taxi+company" rel="tag">taxi company</a> are suitable for carrying passengers, and companies may also have to submit proof of ownership and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/relevant+service" rel="tag">relevant service</a> details for the vehicles, as well as copies of the driving licences of drivers working for the business. Once licensed, the company should display their licence number on the cab, so check that the company is licensed before you book with them. <br /><br /> Recommendations <br /><br /> Recommendation is often the best way to find a good mini <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cab+service" rel="tag">cab service</a>. Find out which services are used regularly by supermarkets and doctor's surgeries, or ask <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/neighbours" rel="tag">neighbours</a> which companies they would use. You will find that most people have come across a company with very bad or very good service and are happy to tell you who they use. <br /><br /> Cost <br /><br /> If you're planning a long journey, make sure that the firm you choose is willing to agree a cost before you start. Most reliable firms will have set prices for trips to city centres or airports and if you agree this price before you go, you won't get any nasty surprises at the end. For shorter <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/journeys" rel="tag">journeys</a>, ask for an estimate and find out whether additional charges apply after a certain time. <br /><br /> If you're going to be using a mini cab service on a regular basis, it makes sense to do a bit of research before you commit to a booking. That way, you can find a service that meets all your needs and is of real use to you.   <bio>Velite Minicabs is a licensed firm that has been operating for over 30 years. To find out more, visit our website by clicking on <a href="http://www.velitecabs.com" >http://www.velitecabs.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Avoid The Hard Sell Of Mobile Phone Shops</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2006 03:32:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mobile phone shops</category><category>mobile phone market</category><category>t mobile</category><category>mobile phones</category><category>target</category><category>enthusiastic</category><category>http</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/avoid-the-hard-sell-of-mobile-phone-shops</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Mobile phones have become a necessity in modern life, something seemingly indispensable rather than an optional purchase. We need our mobile phones like we ended food and oxygen -- literally everyone has a mobile phone and we need to upgrade and change these phones on an annual basis. The mobile]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mobile+phones" rel="tag">Mobile phones</a> have become a necessity in modern life, something seemingly indispensable rather than an optional purchase. We need our mobile phones like we ended food and oxygen -- literally everyone has a mobile phone and we need to upgrade and change these phones on an annual basis. The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mobile+phone+market" rel="tag">mobile phone market</a> is one of the largest consumer markets in the UK simply because it is a captive market. Why then do <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mobile+phone+shops" rel="tag">mobile phone shops</a> insist on giving us the hard sell when we come to buy or renew our mobile phone? <br /><br /> The Mobile phone retail market is competitive -- of that there can be no doubt. But they have tens of millions of consumers to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/target" rel="tag">target</a> who will always need to buy or upgrade their phone. From an outside perspective this would seem to be an advantageous position akin to shooting fish in a barrel. It seems unnecessary then that on two separate occasions I have been quite literally accosted and backed into a corner in a mobile phone shop while some over <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/enthusiastic" rel="tag">enthusiastic</a> nee desperate sales 'executive' practically rams handsets down my throat. Considering a) I'm already in the store and b) I'm there because I wish to purchase a new phone the hard sell approach is not only unnecessary but frankly off putting. <br /><br /> This year I avoided the high street altogether in my search for a new mobile phone. My past experience of mobile phone shops forced me to look to new methods of getting a new mobile phone deal. I had done a spot of online shopping previously but had not really considered shopping for a mobile phone online until my network sent me some literature that mentioned 'web exclusive' offers. Most of the major networks such as Orange (<a href="http://www.orange.co.uk">http://www.orange.co.uk</a> ) and T-Mobile (<a href="http://www.t-mobile.co.uk/">http://www.t-mobile.co.uk/</a> ) provide such offers to existing customers so checking out the deals when the time comes for you to switch phones might work our to your advantage. <br /><br /> The online equivalent of the high street stores also fare well from a customer centric point of view. Online mobile phone shops such as Dial-a-Phone (<a href="http://www.dialaphone.co.uk/mobilephoneshops.html">http://www.dialaphone.co.uk/mobilephoneshops.html</a> ) combine deals from all major networks to give you an idea of the best deals across the market -- so you can switch network if you find a better deal. <br /><br /> The real advantage of this is these options is the complete absence of sales staff, jargon and rhetoric and borderline aggression that you can find with high stree<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/t+mobile" rel="tag">t mobile</a> phone shops.   <bio>Michael is a keen writer, and internet marketer living in Scotland: Contact details: E-mail: samqam@googlemail.com Phone: 0131 561 2251 Michael's Website: <a href="<a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm"><a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm</a> <a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Tractor Trailer Accidents And Your Tractor Trailer Accident Attorney</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 18:36:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>auto accident attorney</category><category>personal injury lawyer</category><category>soft tissue injury</category><category>tractor trailer accidents</category><category>cervical spine injuries</category><category>whiplash injuries</category><category>fractured bones</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/tractor-trailer-accidents-and-your-tractor-trailer-accident-attorney</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The worst cases are usually caused by larger vehicles. If there is a tractor trailer accident, or a taxi cab accident, or a boat accident, the severity of the injury is likely to be higher and the need for a lawyer is greater.Attorneys often limit their areas of practice to a few specialties, but]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The worst cases are usually caused by larger vehicles. If there is a tractor trailer accident, or a taxi cab accident, or a boat accident, the severity of the injury is likely to be higher and the need for a lawyer is greater.<br><br>Attorneys often limit their areas of practice to a few specialties, but attorneys generally don't narrow the specialty into sub-specialties. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+injury+lawyer" rel="tag">Personal injury lawyer</a> handles claims arising from someone's negligence. Negligence means failing to exercise the degree of care that a reasonable person in that situation would have exercised. When a driver drives at 70 miles per hour in a school zone and strikes a child, he would be considered unreasonable and therefore negligent. When it comes to injury claims there is not much distinction between injuries caused by tractor trailer accident or a taxi cab, or a dog attack, or a bus.<br><br>The primary difference between a tractor trailer accident and a typical auto accident is that the severity of the injury is likely to be worse in a tractor trailer accident and therefore the need for a tractor trailer accident attorney would be greater. A tractor trailer accident attorney would more helpful where the injury is severe or catastrophic. A typical auto accident injury is generally minor and will go away in a few months, so there is no need to hire an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/auto+accident+attorney" rel="tag">auto accident attorney</a>.<br><br>A typical auto accident results in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/whiplash+injuries" rel="tag">whiplash injuries</a>, which usually means <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cervical+spine+injuries" rel="tag">cervical spine injuries</a> that result in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/soft+tissue+injury" rel="tag">soft tissue injury</a> pain that tends to go away. In a typical tractor trailer accident at the very least the damage to the vehicles is much greater than in a typical auto accident. A tractor trailer accident is also likely to cause severe injuries often resulting in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fractured+bones" rel="tag">fractured bones</a>, brain injury, herniated disc, or death and therefore a tractor trailer accident attorney would be very helpful in reaching a reasonable resolution to an injury claim. Most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tractor+trailer+accidents" rel="tag">tractor trailer accidents</a> also have greater insurance coverage for injuries. This makes perfect sense, because the probability of severe injury or death is much greater in tractor trailer accidents than in auto accidents.<br><br>If a law firm has tractor trailer accident lawyers, it will likely be a personal injury lawyer. Most personal injury law firms, if not all of them, accept tractor trailer accident injury claims. Where there is some degree of sub specialty is in the severity of the injury. There might not be a tractor trailer accident lawyer, or a boat accident lawyer, or a taxi cab accident lawyer, or even a motorcycle lawyer, but there are law firms that limit their practice to severe injury cases. This in turn generally means that the accident law firm would only accept cases that are severe, which are generally a result of tractor trailer accidents, boat accidents, taxi cab accidents, and motorcycle accidents. Most severe injury claims arise from these types of accidents. Auto accidents can and do result in severe injury claims, but are less likely to result in severe injuries such as brain injury, closed head injury, herniated discs, fractured bones, or death.<br><br>The need for a lawyer also arises as the severity of the injury rises. A whiplash injury case may or may not warrant hiring an attorney. Often insurance companies refuse to pay medical bills incurred in whiplash injury cases, because the physical evidence is minor and suggests there is no injury. This leads injury victims to seek an attorney, but for the most part the fact that it is a small matter makes hiring a personal injury impractical, because there would not be a sufficient recovery to pay the medical costs and attorney fees.<br><br>Severe injury cases tend to require an attorney in most situations. A tractor trailer accident can cause severe injury and some insurance companies attempt to seek a quick settlement and in these type of situations is where a tractor trailer accident attorney can help. Insurance adjusters knowingly or neglectfully mislead the injury victim to believe that it is in the victim's best interest to refrain from obtaining a tractor trailer accident attorney. Once an agreement is reached the insurance company has not further risk of financial loss on the claim and the injury victim often finds himself or herself a victim a second time.<br><br>Injury victims are also surprised when they receive a bill from their health insurance company following the settlement. The bill is often equal to or greater than the settlement. Sometimes the injury victim discovers that significant medical treatment is required such as a surgery and then attempts to renegotiate with the insurance company and is quickly rebuffed. Sometimes insurance companies keep promising that a good personal injury settlement will follow and keep making the promise until there only a few weeks remaining before the statute of limitations runs out. The victim then receives a letter advising the statute of limitations will run out in two weeks. The same personal injury settlement promises continue, until the statute of limitations runs out. Meaning the victim has lost the right to file a personal injury lawsuit, because too much time has lapse.<br><br>The best advice for a tractor trailer accident victim is to speak with a tractor trailer accident attorney, as soon as possible. The tractor trailer accident attorney's job is to protect the rights of the client, the job of the insurance adjuster is to pay as little as possible or nothing at all.<bio>Consult with a personal injury for free today. <a href="http://www.bestsandiegopersonalinjuryattorney.com">San Diego Personal Injury Attorney</a></bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Taxi (Season 3) DVD Review</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2006 10:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>andy kaufman taxi</category><category>marilu henner</category><category>judd hirsch</category><category>tony danza</category><category>sarcastic remarks</category><category>brainchild</category><category>danny devito</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/taxi-season-3-dvd-review</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[With its biting humor and eccentric characters, Taxi is widely lauded as one of the top sitcoms in television history. The brainchild of James L. Brooks, whose golden touch played a role in such hits as The Andy Griffith Show, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and The Simpsons, Taxi continues to entertain]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[With its biting humor and eccentric characters, Taxi is widely lauded as one of the top sitcoms in television history. The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/brainchild" rel="tag">brainchild</a> of James L. Brooks, whose golden touch played a role in such hits as The Andy Griffith Show, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and The Simpsons, Taxi continues to entertain and gather generations of new fans through syndicated reruns. With a superb cast and great writers, the show introduced the world to the comedic talents of Hollywood mainstays like <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/danny+devito" rel="tag">Danny DeVito</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tony+danza" rel="tag">Tony Danza</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marilu+henner" rel="tag">Marilu Henner</a>, Christopher Lloyd, and Andy Kaufman. <br /><br /> Taxi follows the daily operations of the Sunshine Cab Company, a New York City taxi service run by tyrannical dispatcher Louie De Palma (Danny DeVito). De Palma's self-centered <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sarcastic+remarks" rel="tag">sarcastic remarks</a> are often dispensed from the safety of his pathetically small office in the corner of the body shop, while various employees like Alex Reiger (<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/judd+hirsch" rel="tag">Judd Hirsch</a>), Tony Banta (Danza), and Elaine Nardo (Henner) socialize and plot against their common enemy. Add foreign mechanic Latka Gravas (Kaufman) to the mix and all the ingredients are in place for hours of endless laughter. As the characters deal with problems of varying degree in their personal lives, the audience is treated to some of the best comedy ever produced for the small screen. <br /><br /> The Taxi (Season 3) DVD features a number of hilarious episodes including the season premiere "Louie's Rival" in which Louie's girlfriend Zena dumps him for a bartender at Mario's. Danny DeVito provides another hilarious performance as the heartless Louie... Other notable episodes include "The Costume Party" in which the gang crashes a luxury yacht party in the hopes of meeting some famous people, and "Bobby and the Critic" in which Bobby happens upon one of the theater critics who recently bashed his performance. <br /><br /> Below is a list of episodes included on the Taxi (Season 3) DVD: <br /><br /> Episode 47 (Louie's Rival) Air Date: 11-19-1980  Episode 48 (Tony's Sister and Jim) Air Date: 11-26-1980  Episode 49 (Fathers of the Bride) Air Date: 12-03-1980  Episode 50 (Elaine's Strange Triangle) Air Date: 12-10-1980  Episode 51 (Going Home) Air Date: 12-17-1980  Episode 52 (The Ten Percent Solution) Air Date: 01-07-1981  Episode 53 (The Call of the Mild) Air Date: 01-21-1981  Episode 54 (Latka's Cookies) Air Date: 02-05-1981  Episode 55 (Thy Boss's Wife) Air Date: 02-12-1981  Episode 56 (The Costume Party) Air Date: 02-19-1981  Episode 57 (Elaine's Old Friend) Air Date: 02-26-1981  Episode 58 (Out of Commission) Air Date: 03-12-1981  Episode 59 (Zen and the Art of Cab Driving) Air Date: 03-19-1981  Episode 60 (Louie's Mother) Air Date: 03-26-1981  Episode 61 (Bobby's Roommate) Air Date: 04-09-1981  Episode 62 (Louie Bumps Into an Old Lady) Air Date: 04-16-1981  Episode 63 (Bobby and the Critic) Air Date: 04-30-1981  Episode 64 (On the Job: Part 1) Air Date: 05-07-1981  Episode 65 (On the Job: Part 2) Air Date: 05-14-1981  Episode 66 (Latka the Playboy) Air Date: 05-21-1981   <bio>Britt Gillette is author of The DVD Report (<a href="http://thedvdreport.blogspot.com" >http://thedvdreport.blogspot.com</a>), a blog where you can find more reviews like this one. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Getting From The  Barcelona Airport Is Easy</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2006 14:27:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA['El Prat,' Barcelona's Airport, is one of the best ways to enter the fascinating Iberian Peninsula. El Prat is just 15 kilometers outside the city center on the C-246 freeway heading towards the beach town of Castadefells. Nowadays, Barcelona is not just a summer holiday destination. You can find]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/" rel="tag"></a>'El Prat,' Barcelona's Airport, is one of the best ways to enter the fascinating Iberian Peninsula. El Prat is just 15 kilometers outside the city center on the C-246 freeway heading towards the beach town of Castadefells. Nowadays, Barcelona is not just a summer holiday destination. You can find all your travel needs taken care of with great package deals almost all year round. More and more flights can be found giving you the best deals in and out of Spain. You can travel by rental car, taxi, train, bus, or with a driver to get to and from the airport. Here's a closer look at how to get back and forth from Barca to El Prat. <br /><br /> - Car Rental <br /><br /> If you are going to be in Barcelona for a long or short trip, a rental car could be the way to go. If you are just hear for a short trip, mostly likely for business reasons, then a car hire would be a great way to get to town fast and get around quickly. You can take advantage of your short stay by your quick transport. You can also travel out of town quickly and easily with a car hire at your disposal. If you are in Barcelona for an extended stay with your family or friends, then a rental car is totally worth it. <br /><br /> - Taxi <br /><br /> If you don't want to rent a car, but need to get from the airport to town fast then a taxi is a good option. You can sit back and relax in your 15-minute taxi ride into the city. You can catch a taxi at Terminal A, B, or C. Expect to pay about 16 Euros to get to Plaza Catalunya in the center of the city. If you are heading towards Sagrada Familia expect to pay about 19 Euros. There is an additional charge of .90 for each piece of luggage. <br /><br /> - Train <br /><br /> If you want to test out the train system then look for the signs inside the terminal that point you to the train. You will see signs that show trains going to Mataro Line, Sant station, Plaza Catalunya, and to Arc de Triomf. Trains run from about 6:00 a.m. until about 11 p.m. <br /><br /> - Bus <br /><br /> Another easy option is the airport bus called the, Aerobus, that takes you from terminals A, B, and C all the way to Plaza Catalunya. You can't miss the big blue buses right outside the terminals. They leave every 8 minutes and it costs 3.75 Euro to board the bus. You don't need a ticket ahead of time and the driver has plenty of change. <br /><br /> - Private Transfers <br /><br /> These are a great option if you are honeymooning or just like to have total comfort when traveling. There is a minibus service that can carry about 13 people or there is also a Mercedes for up to 3 people. The minimum service is for four hours and you can even hire them to take you around outlying areas with or without an English-speaking guide.   <bio>Peter J. Wilson publishes largely for <a href="http://www.barcelona-information.com" >http://www.barcelona-information.com</a> , a website on the topic of flights and Spain. Recording his experience in reports like <a href="http://www.barcelona-information.com/barcelona-airport.html" >http://www.barcelona-information.com/barcelona-airport.html</a> ,the writer affirmed his capability on subjects relating to Barcelona. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>World Cup Creates Gripes, But Fans Set For</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2006 03:32:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>cheap airline tickets</category><category>travel to germany</category><category>britishairways</category><category>england fans</category><category>flights</category><category>superbreak</category><category>travel writer</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/world-cup-creates-gripes-but-fans-set-for</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The television advertising is in full flow, football souvenirs are hitting the shops, and widescreen televisions are selling fast as UK fans try to get the best view of the matches, prior to the opening of the 2006 World Cup next month.  Current estimates indicate that about 100,000 British fans]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The television advertising is in full flow, football souvenirs are hitting the shops, and widescreen televisions are selling fast as UK fans try to get the best view of the matches, prior to the opening of the 2006 World Cup next month. <br /><br /> Current estimates indicate that about 100,000 British fans are expected to make the journey and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/travel+to+germany" rel="tag">travel to Germany</a> at some point during the tournament. At the turn of the year, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cheap+airline+tickets" rel="tag">cheap airline tickets</a> were selling out fast for the final stages, and predictions from BA for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/flights" rel="tag">flights</a> from London to Berlin (<a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/britishairways" rel="tag">britishairways</a>.com/findaflight/europe/gb/flights/from/london-to-berlin.html">http://www.britishairways.com/findaflight/europe/gb/flights/from/london-to-berlin.html</a> ) around the final on 9 July were estimated to rise to £650 return, however, the addition of extra flights has meant that prices have been kept to a much more reasonable level. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/travel+writer" rel="tag">Travel writer</a> Simon Calder told the BBC that hotel costs could double in some cases, although short break hotel directory (<a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/superbreak" rel="tag">superbreak</a>.com">http://www.superbreak.com</a> ) Superbreak has indicated that most hotels in the vicinity of each of the England matches are not surprisingly completely booked out by now. Many supporters have chosen to base themselves outside of the main hub of activity in Germany, by staying on the borders of neighbouring countries such as Luxembourg or France, where accommodation is still available and have not been hit by the spiraling costs within Germany. <br /><br /> Another common cause of complaint for UK supporters is the lack of tickets allocated for the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/england+fans" rel="tag">England fans</a> for their World Cup matches, which has been stirring up much consternation. With 8% of the tickets allocated to UK fans for each group game, making around 4,000-5,000 seats per match, while the sponsorship companies between them own about one in six of all the tickets for the entire tournament, approximately 500,000 seats. The chances therefore of getting a ticket are virtually non-existent, unless you manage to strike it lucky with a last-gasp chance through one of the sponsors' promotions like Barclaycard (<a href="http://www.barclaycard.co.uk">http://www.barclaycard.co.uk</a> ). <br /><br /> This will not stop many of the fans however, who will still make the pilgrimage despite not having accommodation or match tickets, simply for the atmosphere.  For those who decide not to travel to Germany there is still the opportunity to join in with the World Cup fever atmosphere as the UK pub, club and off-license trade is expecting to heavily reap the rewards of the competition through vastly increased custom especially by pubs across the country, with additional revenues of over £280million if England can make it through to the semi-final or higher.   <bio>Submitted by: Michael Hanna About Michael Michael is a keen writer, and internet marketer living in Scotland: Contact details: E-mail: samqam@googlemail.com Phone: 0131 561 2251 Michael's Website: <a href="<a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm"><a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm</a> <a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Professional Credit Repair Organizations</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2008 05:09:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>credit repair organization</category><category>improving your credit score</category><category>credit repair organizations</category><category>debt consolidators</category><category>credit repair companies</category><category>repairing bad credit</category><category>credit counselors</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/professional-credit-repair-organizations</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Repairing your credit is very hard to do by yourself. Thankfully there are many professional firms that can assist you in fixing your credit. Repairing bad credit is a serious business and when you attempt to fix your bad credit on your own it can be a very difficult undertaking. It is important]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Repairing your credit is very hard to do by yourself. Thankfully there are many professional firms that can assist you in fixing your credit. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/repairing+bad+credit" rel="tag">Repairing bad credit</a> is a serious business and when you attempt to fix your bad credit on your own it can be a very difficult undertaking. It is important that you take this process seriously. This is the reason why professional <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+repair+organization" rel="tag">credit repair organization</a>s exist. They can give you the help that you need.<br><br>There are many professional credit repair organization, called <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debt+consolidators" rel="tag">debt consolidators</a> or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+counselors" rel="tag">credit counselors</a> that are relatively easy to find. You will see these organizations advertised on radio and television. These professional <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+repair+organizations" rel="tag">credit repair organizations</a> claim to be able to repair your credit and credit score no matter how bad your financial situation is.<br><br>These organizations may seem to be making false claims but the claims are not false at all. These organizations are very professional and can turn around someone's credit and assist you in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/improving+your+credit+score" rel="tag">improving your credit score</a>. Once you have contacted one of these firms, they will proceed to help you get your credit back in shape. These firms will help you manage your credit and help you set financial goals that motivate you and that you can live with.<br><br>Remember that you should be aware of the credit repair firms that make false claims. These firms cannot provide you with what you need. In their TV commercials and other advertisements they claim that they have the ability to completely wipe out all of your debt, cancel any bankruptcies on your credit report and help you get a fresh start as far as your credit is concerned. Stay far away from such firms because they are making false claims or seem to be dishonest<br><br>Also stay away from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+repair+companies" rel="tag">credit repair companies</a> that require an individual to pay an advance fee before the company will commit to assisting you. These types of credit repair firms do not let the person know the legal rights and options they have when it comes to repairing their credit because you may have no need for their services and they could lose potential business and the advance fee.<br><br>There are many people that do not have a need for a professional credit repair firm and they believe that they can repair their credit by themselves. You should know that this takes a lot of work and can be very difficult. If you do decide to use a professional firm to assist you in repairing your credit be sure to obtain all the necessary information about the company you want to use ahead of time. If you know that you want to work with a particular credit repair company, be sure to read all of the documents that they give you thoroughly. The documents that the company gives you will let you know what they required of you in order to work with you and improve your credit rating and credit score.<bio>Discover how to <a href="http://www.creditlegalrepair.com/repair_your_credit.php">fix bad credit report repair</a> as well as learning more detailed insight in <a href="http://www.creditlegalrepair.com/professional_credit_repair_organizations.php">professional credit repair</a> when you visit <a href="http://www.creditlegalrepair.com">http://www.creditlegalrepair.com</a>, the top portal on credit legal repair resources and tips</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Disposable Income Figures Show Gap Narrowing</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 28 May 2006 12:32:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>typical household</category><category>london family</category><category>north south</category><category>mypaydayloan</category><category>kdb</category><category>westerners</category><category>stock market growth</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/disposable-income-figures-show-gap-narrowing</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The research from KDB has also revealed the full extent of the north-south financial divide.  Taking the UK as a whole, the typical household has some £40,000 of disposable wealth, but this figure oscillates wildly depending on where you look -- and indeed where you live.  An average London family]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The research from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/kdb" rel="tag">KDB</a> has also revealed the full extent of the north-south financial divide. <br /><br /> Taking the UK as a whole, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/typical+household" rel="tag">typical household</a> has some £40,000 of disposable wealth, but this figure oscillates wildly depending on where you look -- and indeed where you live. <br /><br /> An average <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/london+family" rel="tag">London family</a> will possess £81,732 in readily-accessible cash, while the Midlands sees this figure reduced to £31,939 and Scots find themselves cut somewhat adrift with a typical £29,724 waiting to be spent. <br /><br /> The gap, however, is closing -- the Scottish figure was in fact a 35 per cent increase on that of 12 months ago while north-<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/westerners" rel="tag">westerners</a> and the Welsh, with 32 per cent and 31 per cent rises respectively, also saw notable and much-welcomed rises. <br /><br /> London may top the charts, but its disposable income figure has only escalated by two per cent, while usually-affluent south-westerners only saw a seven per cent appreciation. <br /><br /> Matt Boot, chief analyst at KDB, commented on some of the factors behind these fresh figures. <br /><br /> He said: "Early signs in 2006 show an upturn in housing values along with continued <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/stock+market+growth" rel="tag">stock market growth</a>, and this has swelled the amount that households can really lay their hands on. <br /><br /> "Although absolute disposable wealth levels per household still show a marked north-south divide, the gap is closing, and the smart money for growth is in the Midlands and above." <br /><br /> This is heartening news for many Brits -- but also indicative of how volatile and changeable such figures can be, with many variables lying behind them. In turn, this shows how carefully-laid spending and saving plans can change due to a variety of factors, be they economic or personal. <br /><br /> Therefore the role of a payday loan (<a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mypaydayloan" rel="tag">mypaydayloan</a>.co.uk/fact_fiction.html">http://www.mypaydayloan.co.uk/fact_fiction.html</a> ) becomes clear. If at some point you find that you do not have quite as much available cash as you had budgeted for -- perhaps if some inconvenient extra expenses have come your way or if a special occasion has arisen which urgently needs catering for -- then some short-term cash might be invaluable to offset any problems this may cause. <br /><br /> A sum of between £80 and £1,000 can help you foot the bill for that one-off event or occasion, or can buy you time to readjust to changing circumstances. The short term loan is repayable at a convenient time -- your next payday -- and harbours no extra charges (<a href="http://www.mypaydayloan.co.uk/charges.html">http://www.mypaydayloan.co.uk/charges.html</a> ) or caveats save for the explicitly-stated repayment rate of £25 for every £100 borrowed. <br /><br /> My Payday Loan is a leading provider of this service and a reputable one -- customers are assured that the additions to their disposable income that they require will typically be in their bank accounts within 24 hours.   <bio>Michael is a keen writer, and internet marketer living in Scotland: Contact details: E-mail: samqam@googlemail.com Phone: 0131 561 2251 Michael's Website: <a href="<a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm"><a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm</a> <a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Disposable Income Figures Show Gap Narrowing</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2006 15:32:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>typical household</category><category>london family</category><category>north south</category><category>mypaydayloan</category><category>westerners</category><category>stock market growth</category><category>kbd</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/disposable-income-figures-show-gap-narrowing</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The research from KBD has also revealed the full extent of the north-south financial divide.  Taking the UK as a whole, the typical household has some £40,000 of disposable wealth, but this figure oscillates wildly depending on where you look -- and indeed where you live.  An average London family]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The research from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/kbd" rel="tag">KBD</a> has also revealed the full extent of the north-south financial divide. <br /><br /> Taking the UK as a whole, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/typical+household" rel="tag">typical household</a> has some £40,000 of disposable wealth, but this figure oscillates wildly depending on where you look -- and indeed where you live. <br /><br /> An average <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/london+family" rel="tag">London family</a> will possess £81,732 in readily-accessible cash, while the Midlands sees this figure reduced to £31,939 and Scots find themselves cut somewhat adrift with a typical £29,724 waiting to be spent. <br /><br /> The gap, however, is closing -- the Scottish figure was in fact a 35 per cent increase on that of 12 months ago while north-<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/westerners" rel="tag">westerners</a> and the Welsh, with 32 per cent and 31 per cent rises respectively, also saw notable and much-welcomed rises. <br /><br /> London may top the charts, but its disposable income figure has only escalated by two per cent, while usually-affluent south-westerners only saw a seven per cent appreciation. <br /><br /> Matt Boot, chief analyst at KDB, commented on some of the factors behind these fresh figures. <br /><br /> He said: "Early signs in 2006 show an upturn in housing values along with continued <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/stock+market+growth" rel="tag">stock market growth</a>, and this has swelled the amount that households can really lay their hands on. <br /><br /> "Although absolute disposable wealth levels per household still show a marked north-south divide, the gap is closing, and the smart money for growth is in the Midlands and above." <br /><br /> This is heartening news for many Brits -- but also indicative of how volatile and changeable such figures can be, with many variables lying behind them. In turn, this shows how carefully-laid spending and saving plans can change due to a variety of factors, be they economic or personal. <br /><br /> Therefore the role of a payday loan (<a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mypaydayloan" rel="tag">mypaydayloan</a>.co.uk/fact_fiction.html">http://www.mypaydayloan.co.uk/fact_fiction.html</a> ) becomes clear. If at some point you find that you do not have quite as much available cash as you had budgeted for -- perhaps if some inconvenient extra expenses have come your way or if a special occasion has arisen which urgently needs catering for -- then some short-term cash might be invaluable to offset any problems this may cause. <br /><br /> A sum of between £80 and £1,000 can help you foot the bill for that one-off event or occasion, or can buy you time to readjust to changing circumstances. The short term loan is repayable at a convenient time -- your next payday -- and harbours no extra charges (<a href="http://www.mypaydayloan.co.uk/charges.html">http://www.mypaydayloan.co.uk/charges.html</a> ) or caveats save for the explicitly-stated repayment rate of £25 for every £100 borrowed. <br /><br /> My Payday Loan is a leading provider of this service and a reputable one -- customers are assured that the additions to their disposable income that they require will typically be in their bank accounts within 24 hours.   <bio>Michael is a keen writer, and internet marketer living in Scotland: Contact details: E-mail: samqam@googlemail.com Phone: 0131 561 2251 Michael's Website: <a href="<a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm"><a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a>/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm</a> <a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Adverse Credit Boom Prompts Questions</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2006 08:32:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>sub prime mortgage</category><category>adverse credit mortgages</category><category>mortgage product</category><category>mortgage firms</category><category>mortgage contract</category><category>mortgage brokers</category><category>old adage</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/adverse-credit-boom-prompts-questions</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Over the last year, there's been a flurry of product launches, as lenders pile into this nascent market. Some of the new entrants in 2005 included the Bristol and West, Victoria Mortgages and Beacon Homeloans, while investment banks Deutsche Bank and Morgan Stanley are in the process of setting out]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Over the last year, there's been a flurry of product launches, as lenders pile into this nascent market. Some of the new entrants in 2005 included the Bristol and West, Victoria Mortgages and Beacon Homeloans, while investment banks Deutsche Bank and Morgan Stanley are in the process of setting out their stalls. And the trend looks set to continue during 2006; with personal debt now topping the £1 trillion mark, it would seem that there's room for the adverse market to grow and for more lenders to take advantage of the increased profit margins of this sector. <br /><br /> Many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+brokers" rel="tag">mortgage brokers</a> have tales to tell about the bad old days of the adverse sector, when clients with impaired credit history had to pay through the nose to secure a mortgage. Today, this flourishing sector is now a competitive one, and with so many new entrants, there is potential for a price war. However, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/old+adage" rel="tag">old adage</a> that increased competition is always a good thing for customers, because it brings prices down and improves services, may not apply in the adverse market. <br /><br /> Of major concern is the limited experience of some of these new lenders, in what is an incredibly complicated market. A recent investigation by the industry regulator, the Financial Services Authority (FSA - <a href="http://www.fsa.gov.uk">http://www.fsa.gov.uk</a> ), , revealed that in many cases, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+firms" rel="tag">mortgage firms</a> were giving inappropriate sales advice. In 80% of the files reviewed by the FSA, there was a lack of evidence to demonstrate how the recommended adverse product met the customer's needs and circumstances. Further, more than 40% of firms had no intention of reviewing a client's sub-prime <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+product" rel="tag">mortgage product</a>, to see whether that customer could transfer onto a prime <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+contract" rel="tag">mortgage contract</a> at market leading rates at some point in the future. <br /><br /> Although the FSA's conduct of business rules do not require such a review, Alistair Good, the managing director of the south London-based brokerage, MIAS (<a href="http://www.mias-ltd.co.uk">http://www.mias-ltd.co.uk</a> ), believes that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adverse+credit+mortgages" rel="tag">adverse credit mortgages</a> should only ever be recommended as a stepping-stone to high street lenders and good credit. He said: "Establishing long-term affordability is therefore key; otherwise, a vicious circle can easily occur, whereby a customer grappling with high mortgage repayments falls into arrears -- which in turn, locks them into further expensive adverse deals in the future." <br /><br /> Although some of the new products on offer are competitive, many target only certain types of customer. Some mainstream lenders can be said to be dipping their toes in the market, and going for clients with only small blips on their credit history -- rather than heavily adverse clients with, for example, a number of CCJs. Thus it remains difficult for individuals with severe financial worries to find a suitable lender with reasonably priced products. <br /><br /> Now, more than any other time in the history of the adverse market, it appears that a good, impartial broker is indispensable, in order to get adverse clients the best deal, keep them informed about the latest sub-prime mortgage news and explain to them the pros and cons of complex products. Only in this way can the burgeoning adverse market benefit the growing number of people in the UK with credit problems.   <bio>Michael is a keen writer, and internet marketer living in Scotland: Contact details: E-mail: samqam@googlemail.com Phone: 0131 561 2251 Michael's Website: <a href="http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm">http://www.gransha-taxi.co.uk/Belfast-airport-taxis.htm</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Taxi (Season 2) DVD Review</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/taxi-season-2-dvd-review</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jun 2006 09:32:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>air date</category><category>nice girl</category><category>rhea pearlman</category><category>marilou henner</category><category>brainchild</category><category>andy kaufman</category><category>becoming an actor</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/taxi-season-2-dvd-review</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[With its mainstream humor and oddball characters, Taxi is widely regarded as one of the best comedy series ever produced on television. The brainchild of James L. Brooks (creator behind such groundbreaking hits as The Andy Griffith Show, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and The Simpsons), Taxi retains a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[With its mainstream humor and oddball characters, Taxi is widely regarded as one of the best comedy series ever produced on television. The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/brainchild" rel="tag">brainchild</a> of James L. Brooks (creator behind such groundbreaking hits as The Andy Griffith Show, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and The Simpsons), Taxi retains a dedicated cult following to this day by means of its widely syndicated reruns. With a star-studding cast, the sitcom introduced most of the world to the talents of such comic superstars as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/andy+kaufman" rel="tag">Andy Kaufman</a>, Danny DeVito, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marilou+henner" rel="tag">Marilou Henner</a>, Tony Danza, and Christopher Lloyd... <br /><br /> The Taxi (Season 2) DVD features a number of hilarious episodes including the season premiere "Louie and the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nice+girl" rel="tag">Nice Girl</a>" in which Zena (<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/rhea+pearlman" rel="tag">Rhea Pearlman</a>), a woman who refills the vending machines (and a friend of most of the cabbies), reveals to Alex and Elaine that she has a crush on Louie. When the two begin dating, Louie boats of their sexual escapades, but Zena tells the gang that nothing has happened. Confronted, Louie admits that he doesn't know what to do with a "nice girl" like Zena, at least until he learns that Zena might not be the nice girl he once thought... Other notable episodes from Season 2 include "Wherefore Art Thou, Bobby?" in which Bobby quits his dream of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/becoming+an+actor" rel="tag">becoming an actor</a> after a young protégé lands a job on his first try, and "Jim Gets a Pet" in which Jim wins $10,000 at a race track and uses the winnings to purchase the long shot horse on which he bet... <br /><br /> Below is a list of episodes included on the Taxi (Season 2) DVD: <br /><br /> Episode 23 (Louie and the Nice Girl) <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/air+date" rel="tag">Air Date</a>: 09-11-1979  Episode 24 (Honor Thy Father) Air Date: 09-18-1979  Episode 25 (Reverend Jim: A Space Odyssey) Air Date: 09-25-1979  Episode 26 (Nardo Loses Her Marbles) Air Date: 10-02-1979  Episode 27 (Wherefore Art Thou, Bobby?) Air Date: 10-16-1979  Episode 28 (The Lighter Side of Angela Matusa) Air Date: 10-23-1979  Episode 29 (A Woman Between Friends) Air Date: 10-30-1979  Episode 30 (The Great Race) Air Date: 11-06-1979  Episode 31 (The Apartment) Air Date: 11-13-1979  Episode 32 (Alex's Romance) Air Date: 11-20-1979  Episode 33 (Latka's Revolting) Air Date: 11-27-1979  Episode 34 (Elaine's Secret Admirer) Air Date: 12-04-1979  Episode 35 (Louie Meets the Folks) Air Date: 12-11-1979  Episode 36 (Jim Gets a Pet) Air Date: 12-18-1979  Episode 37 (The Reluctant Fighter) Air Date: 12-25-1979  Episode 38 (Tony and Brian) Air Date: 01-08-1980  Episode 39 (Guess Who's Coming for Brefnish?) Air Date: 01-15-1980  Episode 40 (What Price Bobby?) Air Date: 01-22-1980  Episode 41 (Shut It Down: Part 1) Air Date: 01-29-1980  Episode 42 (Shut It Down: Part 2) Air Date: 02-05-1980  Episode 43 (Alex Jumps Out of an Airplane) Air Date: 02-26-1980  Episode 44 (Art Work) Air Date: 03-04-1980  Episode 45 (Fantasy Borough: Part 1) Air Date: 05-06-1980  Episode 46 (Fantasy Borough: Part 2) Air Date: 05-13-1980   <bio>Britt Gillette is author of The DVD Report (<a href="http://thedvdreport.blogspot.com">http://thedvdreport.blogspot.com</a>), a blog where you can find more reviews like this one. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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