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Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) A look at the symbolism of Hanukkah foods

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Jewish culture has always invested in the creation and adoption of traditional cuisine, and the case of celebrating Hanukkah is no exception. Hanukkah foods can be categorized into two distinct, yet equally symbolic, groups: the first, foods fried in oil, and the second, foods prepared in shapes that are easily recognizable a... More..

Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) A buying guide to electric and gel fuel fireplaces

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Choosing between an electric and gel fueled fireplace should not be complicated. Both electric and gel fuel fireplaces have distinctive qualities and features.Electric fireplaces tend to be less expensive than their gel fueled counterparts. Electric fireplaces will also give off more heat than gel fuel fireplaces. The downfal... More..

Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Business travel tips

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When doing business in Japan, exchanging business cards is an important custom which should be handled with care. Prior to arrival in Japan, please be sure to have an appropriate number of cards, and a proper carrying case. If it is possible, printing a Japanese translation on the reverse side of your business card will facil... More..

Travel > United States Traveling with kids in Oahu

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The island of Oahu is one of the most popular Hawaii destinations, particularly because of the wide number of activities available for families travelling with children. Because Oahu's attractions are spread out across the island, renting a car is probably the most efficient way of getting around. However, the Oahu bus system... More..

Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Best traveling day outfits

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Whether you are travelling by car, train, boat, or airplane, your travelling outfit should be one item on your to-do list that can be checked off with very little to-do. Travelling is no longer an elite pastime for the rich and famous. Instead, it has become almost habitual in the lives of every day people, and for this reaso... More..

Travel > Travel Planning & Advice How to survive a Japanese Onsen

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Any visit to Japan would be incomplete without a trip to a traditional onsen (hot spring) despite any reluctance you might have to participating in a communal bathing experience. Although mixed bathing does exist, segregated baths are customary. Also, some onsen will provide you with shampoo and body rinse, but it is a good i... More..

Business > International Business & Trade Doing business in Japan: Food and eating etiquette

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Sitting down to a meal in Japan can seem a baffling experience at first, but the following list of do's and don'ts should help alleviate some of the confusion.Do - When sitting down, there will either be a wet towel at your seat, or handed to you after sitting. Use this to wash your hands before the meal. You may wipe your fa... More..

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1. Best traveling day outfits
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3. A buying guide to electric and gel fuel fireplaces
4. A look at the symbolism of Hanukkah foods
5. Business travel tips
6. Doing business in Japan: Food and eating etiquette
7. How to survive a Japanese Onsen

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