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How to Find Exciting and Original Birthday Gifts for Him

Struggling to find perfect birthday gifts for him? Sick and tired of the same old, same old? would be a stainless steel hip flask engraved with your special message? Imagine – his own uniquely personalised Hip Flask! This stunning gift can be engraved with your message of up to fifty characters for a truly personal present. The hip flask has a capacity of four ounces and features a secure screw top cap. It’s an original and thoughtful gift, ideal for husbands, partners, brothers or boyfriends! A hip flask is a thin flask for holding a distilled beverage; its size and shape are suited to a trouser pocket. The hip flask is popular as commemorative item, often being engraved.

The Modern Drunkard Magazine describes the engraved flask as the best present one can give “and it better have something in it”. The engravings may be short quotes, the recipient’s initials, toasts or signs of friendship. The engraving may also be a date for a memorable occasion. The hip flask began to appear in the form recognised today in the eighteenth century, initially used by members of the gentry. However, less compact versions had been in production for several centuries. Notably, in the middle ages, there are several accounts of gutted fruit being used to store liquor.

During the eighteenth century, women boarding docked British warships would smuggle gin into the ship via makeshift flasks, created from pig’s bladders and hidden inside their petticoats. Following the act of prohibition in 1920s America, the state of Indiana banned the sale of cocktail shakers and hip flasks. Antique hip flasks, particularly those made of silver, are now sought-after collector’s items.

The hip flask appears frequently in comedy, in part because it allows drinking in inappropriate situations where a bottle would not be found. In the Royal Air Force, “hip-flask” is used as code for a revolver. A novel yet historic birthday gift for him, is it not?

Alternatively, send the man’s man on a 4×4 Extreme course at Silverstone, and give him a day of extreme off-roading and a day he’ll never forget! There is no vehicle on earth to match the extraordinary power of the Defender; it will do whatever you ask of it – and more. Silverstone’s challenging purpose-built, off-road course combines steep gradients, big drops and deep water, demanding his full attention as he navigates a tricky obstacle course. It may be slower than walking pace at times, but precision handling and rock solid nerves are definitely required. He will begin his experience with an in car safety briefing, accompanied by a demonstration lap from the instructor. Then it’s into the driving seat as he puts his new-found skills to the test. He may also bring two passengers to ride with him in the car, so the birthday gift for him gets to be witnesses by friends and or family as well! What a unique and fun gift to give!

For an outdoor adventure that will simply make him laugh his socks off, tell your man to hang on for a thrill ride in a Powerboat Zapcat Blast. When he arrives to participate in his birthday gift, he will be given a safety briefing and kitted out with a drysuit and boots. The action begins by a speedy trip out of the bay by the RIB. Then it is on to the main event – the Zapcat. These twin hulled light weight catamarans, designed originally for surf rescue, are now redesigned for short course offshore powerboat racing. All of the Zapcats are the race ready versions, capable of pulling in excess of 2G in a turn; with a power to weight ratio of 340 bhp per tonne, the acceleration is explosive so get him to hang on tight! The total experience lasts approximately three hours and the experience provides him with almost two hours out on the water on a 10.5m 225HP RIB and a Zapcat. Surely a birthday gift for him to beat all birthday gifts?

Last but not least, give him a great opportunity to try out an exhilarating sport – Clay Shooting. What starts out as an addictive hobby quickly becomes a competitive sport. It’s not surprising that clay pigeon shooting is one of the country’s fastest growing sports. If your man has never shot before, this activity gives him an introduction to the sport of formal clay shooting. If he already shoots, the hour will be based around his requirements and will be tailor-made by the Chief instructor, so that he can use the time effectively to brush up on his techniques.

Now don’t say you never know what to give him as a birthday gift, as we’ve proven that there are just so many Gifts and activities for him to experience and enjoy. Go ahead; put a huge smile on his face…

Written by John Smith co-founder of GettingPersonal.co.uk

GettingPersonal.co.uk are one of the UK’s leading on-line retailers of Gifts, personalised gifts, Birthday Gifts and Christmas Gifts. Their website is packed with over 1,500 gifts for any special occasion.

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Travel Insurance Policies When Travelling To New Zealand

Travel Insurance Policies When Travelling To New Zealand

Travel insurance is often neglected when planning a holiday or business trip. In Britain we are used to a free healthcare system and often forget that in many countries this is not the case. We tend to not realise that luggage can be lost at an airport and that pick-pockets operate in Lisbon as well as London. Most of the time, travel insurance acts as a peace of mind…right up to the time you need it and then it can be the most important article in your suitcase.

Why Do I Need Travel Insurance?

As we are all aware, accidents can happen at any time and in any place to anybody In the worst of circumstances, this can cause significant injury as well as ruining a holiday or business trip. Unfortunately no-one can predict when these accidents will occur or the severity of them when they do. The only thing to do is to have a high quality travel insurance policy. It may feel like you are gambling against yourself when arranging such a policy, however, nothing could be further from the truth.

Luggage can be easily lost at airport, this in normally sufficient to ruin a holiday, having to endure a flight and then to traipse around a shopping centre to buy clean socks and shirts. Travel insurance can’t make this impossible to happen, but can help pay for your new clothes, which will ease the pain a little.

Something as innocent as a wet floor or trip down a flight of stairs could lead to a hospital trip, for example, to administer to a broken wrist or ankle. Medical insurance will usually cover the cost but if you need to return early your travel insurance policy may have a clause to allow this to be claimed for.

When in a foreign country and hiring a car try to know the local traffic laws. We drive on the left in the UK, not too many countries follow suit on this. In New Zealand they drive on the left hand side. If you cause an accident, personal liability may be an issue. A good travel insurance policy will also have a clause that allows travel back to the UK if a medical emergency arises.

What Should I Look For In Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is a safety net when abroad. A good travel insurance policy should cover you for medical and health cover for an injury or sudden illness abroad, 24 hour emergency service and assistance and personal liability cover in case you are sued for causing injury or damaging property.

Other things to consider when purchasing travel insurance are, what is the value of your lost and stolen possessions cover? What’s the maximum you can claim on a single piece of your inventory? Are you covered for cancellation and/or curtailment of your flight or ferry? Does your policy have extra cover for activities that are usually not included standard policies, such as jet skiing or adventure activities? Are there any financial insurances in case your carrier airline becomes bankrupt before or during your excursion abroad?

Socio-political Issues

New Zealand is an extremely beautiful country. There is a low threat from terrorism and affords the chance to relax away from the high level of vigilance practised in the UK.

There is recorded cases of petty crime, this is mostly pick-pocketing or taking goods from parked cars. Travel insurance is able to cover these loses, although with the application of common sense, they should be avoidable.

Visitors from the UK are able to use the medical centres in New Zealand due to a mutual agreement between the governments of the UK and New Zealand. There are some conditions attached but for the majority there is no problems encountered.

As mentioned previously, in New Zealand the rule of the road is drive on the left. Motor insurance, however, is not a legal requirement in New Zealand. Therefore, even though the UK has a reciprocal Healthcare Agreement with New Zealand, private accident insurance is recommended. This is because New Zealand law has removed the right of the accident victims to sue a third party in the event of an accident. Instead of the claim, the Accident Compensation Commission (ACC) helps pay for your care if you are injured as the result of an accident. However, the ACC only covers the cost of treatment in New Zealand and unfortunately delayed travel or loss of income in a third country is not covered.

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There are magnificent beaches and these offer the usual range of beach activities; surfing, SCUBA diving, paragliding etc. Please make sure that your travel insurance policy covers water sport activities before attempting these activities. Care must be taken however at beach destinations. Crime rates are lower than in the UK, it is advisable to not leave articles alone on a beach however. Travel insurance will replace lost goods and monies but it’s better to have not had them stolen.

There are many adrenaline fuelled activities to be sampled. These include bungee-jumping, water boarding, white water rafting, climbing and caving. It is strongly recommended that your travel insurance covers adventure sports before embarking on such an adventure. Remember, if you have an accident in an activity not covered by your travel insurance, you cannot make a claim.

Should you choose to take a helicopter or private plane tour, check that it is a licensed company with adequate insurance. Often your baggage and belongings are carried on at your own risk. If this is the case, then only take what you cannot afford to be without, such as travel sickness pills or asthma inhalers.

Sadly there is not a British consulate on each island or even one on any of the smaller surrounding islands. The British Consulate can be reached at

The British Consulate

44 Hill Street
Wellington 6011

Mailing Address:
P O Box 1812
Wellington 6140

Telephone:

(+64) (4) 924 2888

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Travel Insurance Policies When Travelling To Mexico

Travel Insurance Policies When Travelling To Mexico

Travel insurance is often neglected when planning a holiday or business trip. In Britain we are used to a free healthcare system and often forget that in many countries this is not the case. We tend to not realise that luggage can be lost at an airport and that pick-pockets operate in Lisbon as well as London. Most of the time, travel insurance acts as a peace of mind…right up to the time you need it and then it can be the most important article in your suitcase.

Why Do I Need Travel Insurance?

As we are all aware, accidents can happen at any time and in any place to anybody In the worst of circumstances, this can cause significant injury as well as ruining a holiday or business trip. Unfortunately no-one can predict when these accidents will occur or the severity of them when they do. The only thing to do is to have a high quality travel insurance policy. It may feel like you are gambling against yourself when arranging such a policy, however, nothing could be further from the truth.

Luggage can be easily lost at airport, this in normally sufficient to ruin a holiday, having to endure a flight and then to traipse around a shopping centre to buy clean socks and shirts. Travel insurance can’t make this impossible to happen, but can help pay for your new clothes, which will ease the pain a little.

Something as innocent as a wet floor or trip down a flight of stairs could lead to a hospital trip, for example, to administer to a broken wrist or ankle. Medical insurance will usually cover the cost but if you need to return early your travel insurance policy may have a clause to allow this to be claimed for.

When in a foreign country and hiring a car try to know the local traffic laws. We drive on the left in the UK, in Mexico they drive on the right. If you cause an accident, personal liability may be an issue. A good travel insurance policy will also have a clause that allows travel back to the UK if a medical emergency arises.

What Should I Look For In Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is a safety net when abroad. A good travel insurance policy should cover you for medical and health cover for an injury or sudden illness abroad, 24 hour emergency service and assistance and personal liability cover in case you are sued for causing injury or damaging property.

Other things to consider when purchasing travel insurance are, what is the value of your lost and stolen possessions cover? What’s the maximum you can claim on a single piece of your inventory? Are you covered for cancellation and/or curtailment of your flight or ferry? Does your policy have extra cover for activities that are usually not included standard policies, such as jet skiing or adventure activities? Are there any financial insurances in case your carrier airline becomes bankrupt before or during your excursion abroad?

Socio-political Issues

Full travel and medical insurance is highly recommended when travelling through Mexico. Although it is a beautiful country, the risk of theft and injury are significantly high. Mexico is currently a swine influenza hotspot and travel to there is not recommended by the UK or Mexican government. The UK government will not organise emergency flight to British nationals in the event of a influenza pandemic. Travel insurance that covers emergency flights back to the UK, are the only viable option apart from meeting the cost of a flight back yourself.

Mexico has a voracious political side. Demonstrations can become violent very quickly and escalate into a gigantic brawl. The laws for demonstrators in Mexico are very simple, if you are a foreigner you are not allowed to be a part of a demonstration. The penalty for being part of a demonstration can be as severe as deportation or detention.

Crime levels are particularly high in Mexico, especially the capital city, Mexico City. Pick-pocketing is rife, with passports being stolen over 140 times last year alone. Although it is required to carry identity documentation in Mexico, it is recommended to carry a photocopy of the relevant pages rather than the passport itself.

Be aware that although Mexicans speak Spanish, they can listen in English. Therefore be very wary discussing business or personal information, particularly in regards financial details. Do not change large sums of money and maintain a grip on purses and wallets at all times.

Be aware of persons presenting themselves as police officers attempting to fine or arrest you for no apparent reason. There have been several instances of visitors becoming victims of theft, extortion or sexual assault by persons who may or may not be police officers. When in doubt, ask to view identification ( Puedo ver yo alguna identificación por favor?) and if possible note the officer’s name, badge number, and patrol car number.

The hurricane season in Mexico runes from June to November. During these months check the local media for information. Travel insurance can provide emergency flights following a hurricane and of course medical insurance is nearly compulsory. There are two active volcanoes in Mexico near Popocatepetl and Colima, they are both closed to the public. There are danger zones around both, the size of which can change depending on the current level of volcanic activity. Naturally earthquakes are also possible here and in the Guerrero region. Travel insurance can be useful should this happen, allowing emergency flights home.

Specific Insurance For Travellers In Mexico

Mexico has many wonders to see and do. Mexico is one of the best places in the world for surfing, scuba diving, body boarding and fishing. There is the second largest coral reef in the world near the Yucatan peninsula. Both SCUBA and snorkelling divers are surrounded by species not found anywhere else on Earth. Should you choose to dive, it is recommended to have water sports included on your travel insurance policy and a working knowledge of the equipment you are going to use.

While any time in Mexico is filled with sun, there are also plenty of things to visit away from the beach as well. There are archaeological sites to see such as Chichen Itza, a Mayan ruin paradise. Travel insurance can provide support should an accident happen whilst visiting an archaeologist dream. Mexico is six hours behind the UK, so 24 hour emergency service and assistance is very desirable in a travel insurance policy.

Should you run into difficulties such as passports being stolen or lost, the British consulate can be located at:

British Embassy, Mexico City, Mexico
British Embassy
Río Lerma 71
Col Cuauhtémoc
06500 México DF

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Snowboarding- a Great New Hobby!

Are you getting a bit bored with your current hobby? Do you love your stamp collecting but feel you need something a bit extra- something with a bit of oomph? The needlework or knitting is enjoyable but granny’s being overwhelmed with all those sweaters you keep

making for her?

How about an exciting, thrilling, fast paced all action hobby? Snowboarding may just be that new hobby you’ve always wanted to take up but never quite knew where or how to start. It is gaining in popularity with each passing year and is a very fashionable or ‘hip’ kind of hobby to be involved with, and is more accessible than ever before.

But what do we need to get started with this wonderful pastime? Well, first things first- get yourself on to the nearest computer and get online. Type’snowboarding’ in to whatever search engine you happen to use and you will find that the internet is a goldmine of information for anything to do with snowboarding, and you will learn plenty by just surfing around different snowboarding sites and forums. This will help you understand what snowboarding really involves before you decide to take the plunge.

It can be dangerous and physically taxing, as well as being an expensive hobby to take up, so bearing all this in mind, you have to decide whether you can participate both from a physical and financial point of view.

Once you have taken the decision to try snowboarding out, the next thing you have to do is look for the appropriate equipment and clothing. Don’t make the mistake of buying a top quality board to start with. Go for a cheaper version especially designed for beginners. These boards are readily available online but can also be found in a wealth of sports, ski and extreme sports shops. Ebay would be the perfect place for a beginner to pick up some cheap equipment but as always with online auction sites, make sure you buy your gear from a reputable seller with a decent amount of positive feedback. Clothing and accessories are also readily available online or in stores, and some of the things you should be looking to acquire are hats, sunglasses, thick socks, gloves, etc. Just make sure you are prepared for anything Mother Nature can possibly throw at you!

You may want to look in to the possibility of having snowboarding lessons to help you on your way. Again by checking online you should be able to come up with some local or fairly local instructors but failing that the ‘yellow pages’ should sort you out. You have to be

aware that lessons will vary greatly in quality and price but if you do take up lessons always listen very carefully to what you are taught, not only from a performance perspective, but more importantly, from a safety one. And don’t forget the old adage that practise makes perfect. Get out there between lessons to keep improving your technique and you will see improvement. It may take a lot of hard work initially but you will definitely get there in the end and it will only help you enjoy your new hobby, or sport as it is officially known!

As we mentioned before, snowboarding can be dangerous- it is an ‘extreme’ sport, after all. Using a bit of common sense on the slopes and being well prepared well set you in good stead. Enjoy yourself but most of all- be safe!

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Burton Snowboarding

If you are considering snowboard snowboarding you will need to determine which stance you plan to use. This alludes to how you really stand on the snowboard. This is important as it will also work out how you mount the bindings on the board.

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one choice for your position in snowboard snowboarding is to ride with your left foot forward. This is sometimes known as a regular stance. Many people have an almost inbuilt preference that’s very like being either right handed or left handed.
If you have experience in the past surfing, waterskiing or boarding you may already know what your preference is. Some professional snowboarders like to ride one way on their snowboards and basically skateboard with a different stance.
Some folks may not know whether they like a particular stance till they have tried all ways.

One way would be to slip down the hall or across the kitchen floor in your socks. Look to find out which put you automatically put in front.

After you have determined which stance you wish to use you should give some thought to how wide you must set your stance. Ideally, the width of your stance should be a little wider than shoulder-width. It should be balanced, stable and snug. For most people this will fall somewhere.
Once again there is some room for private choice here but riding style can also impact the right angle for you. If you are riding freestyle or free ride, the front binding should fall between ten and thirty degrees. The rear binding should be angled somewhere between -15 and +10 degrees. The precise angle should be whatever is cosy for you.

try avoiding the enticement to compare your position to someone else?s No two stances are alike. Your position should be unique and what is comfortable for you. Over time, as you develop experience snowboard snowboarding your stance will also likely evolve and change.

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