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About me - Scotty Mack

I am currently on a "brain hiatus" from the car rental industry. Sometimes, I need to step away, do something else and regain my perspective when I am feeling burnt out.

I have always had a knack for writing and joined Helium so that I could challenge myself

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Travel > United States Theme park reviews: Busch Gardens Africa, Tampa, Florida: 9 of 14
If you are a thrill ride seeker, sometimes the big three - Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and Sea World - just don't quite do it for you. You're looking for the heart-pumping, stomach-dropping action that only a day of multiple high-flying roller coasters and wild spinning rides can produce, right? Well, Busch Gardens T... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Termite barriers: 2 of 3
A perfect barrier treatment for termites can only be applied during the construction of a house. This can be done with a liquid boric acid product that is used to soak the foundation, wood and slab penetrations made by plumbing and electrical wires. Liquid boric acid penetrates to the core of the wood over time and is known t... More..
Entertainment > TV News & Commentary American Idol season 7: Should popular votes or judges' votes determine the winner?: 13 of 19
In the recording industry, the only thing that really matters is record sales. The greatest singer in the world is irrelevant if they don't sell records. Although the show, itself has evolved into a major advertising and promotional marketing money-maker, the original premise of American Idol was to find the newest pop star.A... More..
Autos > Autos (Other) Car rentals: Tips for selecting a vehicle: 3 of 4
As a former manager of a car rental company, I can tell you that reserving the wrong type of car is one of the most frequent mistakes that people make when they plan their vacations. The car you choose can make a big difference in the enjoyment of your vacation and the funds you have left to enjoy that vacation.Are you the ty... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US News How balanced and nonjudgmental is the New York Times?: 7 of 8
How could anyone possibly think that The New York Times, a journalistic icon since 1851, could be biased? One only has to look at its coverage of the current Presidential election to see the obvious answer.On January 25, 2008, the New York Times endorsed Senator John McCain as their Republican candidate, stating "Senator John... More..
Travel > Rental Cars & Driving Should I rent a car at an airport or off-airport location?: 3 of 3
Should I rent a car at the airport or at one of the nearby off-airport rental facilities when traveling on vacation? This would seem like an easy decision to make. Go with the one in the airport because it will be faster, right? Not so fast ... There are other factors to consider:* Airport Concession Fees: Companies located i... More..