วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 20 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
2006 Toyota Avalon in San Antonio, TX 78217 - SOLD
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQr47jfHPkI&hl=en
วันพุธที่ 19 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
2007 Toyota Tundra #10015A in San Antonio Austin, TX 78217
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YWDarXBElw&hl=en
วันอังคารที่ 18 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
Amsterdam Autoverhuur Schiphol Luchthaven YTZ Car Rental Hire
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAzH1ay_RmI&hl=en
วันจันทร์ที่ 17 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
2008 Toyota Tundra 2WD Truck #10213A in San Antonio
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0xi27y6LI0&hl=en
วันอาทิตย์ที่ 16 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
2005 Kia Rio in San Antonio, TX 78217 - SOLD
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47Ea6nT8nd8&hl=en
วันศุกร์ที่ 14 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
San Francisco Neighborhood Guide For Homebuyers
San Francisco is one of the most interesting cities in the world. With its laid-back sophistication and broad-minded elegance, it is no wonder that real estate in San Francisco is highly sought after. It is a competitive real estate market, with homes tending to sell fairly quickly, and often over asking price; but with due diligence it is possible to find the perfect home at an affordable price.
If you are looking for a home in San Francisco, understanding the layout and neighborhood distinctions is important. San Francisco is a compact city, covering an area of approximately 7 x 7 miles. It is organized into 10 Districts, each determined by geographic boundaries. Within these Districts are neighborhoods. Some are characterized by distinct ethnic and cultural heritage, others by lifestyle or industry.
Districts 1, 2, and 3 are at the westernmost edge of San Francisco, and were among the last areas of the city to be developed. Because of their proximity to the Pacific Ocean the weather in these Districts can be changeable, switching from some of that famous San Francisco fog to brilliant sunshine when the ocean breezes kick in.
District 1 - Northwest
The Richmond District, as District 1 is sometimes known, is a culturally diverse community surrounded by parks and recreational spots; Lincoln Park, the Presidio, Golden Gate Park, and the Pacific Ocean. Homes range from the exclusive mansions in Sea Cliff to the tidy little Victorian and Edwardian single-family homes of Laurel Heights.
District 2 - Central West
District 2, sometimes referred to as the Sunset District, is home to the UCSF Medical School and the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. This District has the laid back feel of a small town, with an intriguing ethnic mix and some great restaurants. Housing in District 2 is eclectic, ranging from early mid-century homes by Henry Doelger, to the whimsical houses designed by Oliver Rousseau.
District 3 - Southwest
District 3 is home to San Francisco State University and the Stonestown Galleria, which is a suburban style shopping mall plunked down right in the city. Residences in District 3 range from the gracious homes in Merced Manor and Pine Lake Park, to the single-family, middle class homes built by the Gellert brothers in Lakeshore.
Districts 4, 5, and 6 are in the heart of San Francisco and include some of the more colorful neighborhoods in the city - Haight Ashbury, the Castro District, and the western edge of the Mission District. Some of the most gracious homes in the city can be found within the boundaries of these districts.
District 4 - Twin Peaks West
Some of the most diverse architecture in the city can be found in District 4. The cozy neighborhood of West Portal is the business hub of the area, typified by independently owned shops and small restaurants, surrounded by well maintained single-family homes. Wide curving boulevards characterize many neighborhoods in District 4. Forest Hill and St. Francis Wood are gracious residence parks with architectural styles ranging from French Country to Georgian and Tudor. Sherwood Forest has some of the city's largest residential lots and a diversity of styles, including custom contemporary and California ranch. For the mid-century modern enthusiast, Diamond Heights is an exciting community of mid-century single-family homes, apartments and condos, and just may have the largest concentration of Eichler homes in the city.
District 5 - Central
A rich variety of homes and amazing character are what one can expect in District 5. Haight Ashbury still boasts the Bohemian ambience that once made it so famous. Duboce Triangle is a rapidly changing community, and one of the sunnier areas of the city. Twin Peaks offers some of the most spectacular panoramic vistas in San Francisco, and Noe Valley has become a much-coveted residential area. District 5 may well be one of the most socially diverse areas in the city.
District 6 - Central North
District 6 is where one can find an abundance of the Victorian architecture San Francisco is so famous for. Alamo Square, home to the famous Victorian "Painted Ladies" is in District 6, along with some exquisite views of the city. Hayes Valley is a hipper, trendier part of the district and real estate there includes a unique mix of lofts, condos, and distinctive homes.
The City's downtown and northern waterfront follows the bay from the Bay Bridge to the Golden Gate. It is here that tourists flock to visit Fisherman's Wharf. Once home to the Barbary Coast, North Beach boasts a vibrant nightlife and interesting history. Pick up the city beat in Downtown San Francisco, where fame and fortune abound. Chinatown, cable cars, world-class restaurants, and luxury hotels lure visitors and residents alike to Districts 7 and 8.
District 7 - North
Cow Hollow, the Marina, Pacific Heights, and Presidio Heights are the neighborhoods in District 7. Pacific Heights is one of the most desirable neighborhoods in San Francisco. This prestigious real estate includes luxury condos with stunning views, co-ops, and elegant mansions. Nearby Cow Hollow and the Marina attract a young affluent crowd with a great singles scene, trendy bars, and a wide variety of interesting homes.
District 8 - Northeast
District 8 is San Francisco at its most urbane. Downtown is the cultural heart of the city, while the Financial District is the economic center. Nob Hill and Russian Hill are two well-recognized, old money neighborhoods in this district, while North Beach is an artsy, vibrant neighborhood, full of quaint single-family homes and apartments.
Districts 9 and 10 have historically been the more industrial areas of San Francisco. Here you will find AT&T Park and Monster Park, home to the San Francisco Giants, and the San Francisco 49ers, respectively.
District 9 - Central East
District 9 is a mix of residential and industrial real estate. The new UCSF research campus has led to the rapid development of an affluent neighborhood in Mission Bay, where there was once a sprinkling of warehouses, shipping yards, and factories. Potrero Hill is a mellow, family-oriented neighborhood that appears to be in the process of being "discovered". South of Market, or SoMa, is a high tech mecca by day and a nightspot after dark. Housing there is moderate to expensive with industrial as well as residential living spaces.
District 10 - Southeast
District 10 probably has the most affordable real estate in San Francisco. It is a light industrial warehouse area, with a culturally diverse population. Homes in the area tend to be owner-occupied, single family dwellings and apartments.
วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 13 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
College Football - Why Bowl Games Are Such a Big Deal - They Bring Prestige and $139 Million
If you are not a college football fan and could care less if you never see a bowl game in your life, you might wonder what all of the fuss is about. If you have a red-blooded male in your life, just ask him.
There will be 34 NCAA bowl games this year and the fuss in each one will be about prestige and money, big money, as in more than a collective $139 million for the participating teams and their respective conferences.
The actual bowl payouts reflected below add up to $127+ million, but the actual $139+ million figure arises because of some additional payouts for participating teams beyond the automatic qualifiers from the 6 major BCS conferences-the Atlantic Coast, Big East, Big Ten, Big 12, Pacific-10 and Southeastern.
A team must win 6 games to be bowl-eligible, according to NCAA standards. Some of the qualifying teams automatically receive bowl bids, and others are asked to participate in the less significant bowl games.
Just about every news organization that publishes the bowl-game lineups does so by the date of the contest, the first (on December 19th) to the last (the Bowl Championship Series title game on January 7th).
I choose to do it this year by the importance of the bowl based on its payout first, and then the prominence of the game based on its participants. The first 5 bowl games listed comprise the prestigious BCS super-contests with the biggest payouts.
Here is the complete lineup for the 2009 season (which stretches into 2010).
1) $17 million - The BCS National Championship Game between Alabama (13-0) and Texas (13-0) on Jan. 7.
2) $17 million - Sugar Bowl with Florida (12-1) and Cincinnati (12-0) on Jan. 1.
3) $17 million - Fiesta Bowl with Texas Christian (12-0) and Boise State (13-0) on Jan. 4.
4) $17 million - Rose Bowl with Oregon (10-2) and Ohio State (10-2) on Jan. 1.
5) $17 million - Orange Bowl with Georgia Tech (11-2) and Iowa (10-2) on Jan. 5.
6) $4.25 million - Capital One Bowl with Penn State (10-2) and Louisiana State (9-3) on Jan. 1.
7) $3.3 million - Outback Bowl with Northwestern (8-4) and Auburn (7-5) on Jan. 1.
8) $3.005 million - Chick-fil-A Bowl with Virginia Tech (9-3) and Tennessee (7-5) on Dec. 31.
9) $3 million - Cotton Bowl with Oklahoma State (9-3) and Mississippi (8-4) on Jan. 2.
10) $2.5 million - Gator Bowl with West Virginia (9-3) and Florida State (6-6) on Jan. 1.
11) $2.35 million - Holiday Bowl with Nebraska (9-4) and Arizona (8-4) on Dec. 30.
12) $2.25 million - Champs Sports Bowl with Miami, FL (9-3) and Wisconsin (9-3) on Dec. 29.
13) $2.25 million - Alamo Bowl with Texas Tech (8-4) and Michigan State (6-6) on Jan. 2.
14) $1.9 million - Sun Bowl with Stanford (8-4) and Oklahoma (7-5) on Dec. 31.
15) $1.7 million - Liberty Bowl with East Carolina (9-4) and Arkansas (7-5) on Jan. 2.
16) $1.6 million - Music City Bowl with Clemson (8-5) and Kentucky (7-5) on Dec. 27.
17) $1.35 million - Insight Bowl with Iowa State (6-6) and Minnesota (6-6) on Dec.31.
18) $1.1 million - Independence Bowl with Georgia (7-5) and Texas A&M (6-6) on Dec. 28.
19) $1 million - Las Vegas Bowl with Brigham Young (10-2) and Oregon State (8-4) on Dec. 22.
20) $1 million - Meineke Car Care Bowl with Pittsburgh (9-3) and North Carolina (8-4) on Dec. 26.
21) $1 million - St. Petersburg Bowl with Rutgers (8-4) and Central Florida (8-4) on Dec. 19.
22) $1 million - EagleBank Bowl with Temple (9-3) and UCLA (6-6) on Dec. 29.
23) $850,000 - Emerald Bowl with Southern California (8-4) and Boston College (8-4) on Dec. 26.
24) $750,000 - GMAC Bowl with Central Michigan (11-2) and Troy (9-3) on Jan. 6.
25) $750,000 - Poinsettia Bowl with Utah (9-3) and California (8-4) on Dec. 23.
26) $750,000 - Little Caesars Pizza Bowl with Ohio (9-4) and Marshall (6-6) on Dec. 26.
27) $750,000 - New Mexico Bowl with Fresno State (8-4) and Wyoming (6-6) on Dec. 19.
28) $750,000 - Humanitarian Bowl with Idaho (7-5) and Bowling Green (7-5) on Dec. 30.
29) $750,000 - International Bowl with South Florida (7-5) and Northern Illinois (7-5) on Jan. 2.
30) $700,000 - Texas Bowl with Missouri (8-4) and Navy (8-4) on Dec. 31.
31) $600,000 - Armed Forces Bowl with Houston (10-3) and Air Force (7-5) on Dec. 31.
32) $398,000 - Hawaii Bowl with Nevada (8-4) and Southern Methodist (7-5) on Dec. 24.
33) $325,000 - New Orleans Bowl with Middle Tennessee (9-3) an Southern Mississippi (7-5) on Dec. 20.
34) $300,000 - Papjohns.com Bowl with South Carolina (7-5) and Connecticut (7-5) on Jan. 2.
Copyright © 2009 Ed Bagley
วันพุธที่ 12 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
Car Rental USA and Insurance - Car Rental Insurance Terms Explained
If you are from the UK and intend taking a fly drive trip to the USA it is best to be familiar with the insurance cover provided by the large rental companies such as Alamo.
In many countries it is required by law that the car insurance must indicate unlimited third party coverage. In the USA this is not the case. Each state in the USA establishes a minimum level of coverage required by law and this may be as low as US$5000. When you book car rental in USA through Alamo you will have third party cover of US$1million plus S$1million to the driver and passengers in the rental vehicle against death or injury caused by the driver of another vehicle who is under insured, uninsured or who commits or drives away from the scene of the accident.
Carefree Personal Protection Insurance knows as (PERSPRO) is not included in any car rental quote and is entirely optional. It is available locally for an additional charge. This cover is for accident indemnity, accident medical expenses and emergency medical evacuation, death and dismemberment, repatriation of remains and personal effects. This would normally be covered under your personal holiday insurance. You will need to check your personal holiday insurance prior to departure and if you are already covered you will not need this additional insurance offered at the rental depot.
Please do take time to read the small print that will be part of the local rental agreement as your insurance can become void if for example you drive on unpaved roads, drive under influence of either drugs or alcohol.
Happy and safe motoring.
วันจันทร์ที่ 10 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
7 Reasons Why Alamo Rent a Car is a Good Car Rental Company
Alamo Rent a Car is definitely one of the most popular car rental companies there is at the moment. But why is that? Why do people choose to rent with them? There are tons of reasons why.
1. Alamo Rent A Car has been in the business for quite some time now and because of that, their rental system is well developed. Customers who choose to rent with them will experience nothing but convenience.
2. Their rates are definitely affordable. At the same time, they have certain promos and discounts which can help people who are strict with their budgets.
3. This company began in Florida but has now expanded to more than a thousand branches, not only in the United States, but also worldwide. If you need a car, they're your rental facility to go to.
4. Their internet service is very efficient. As a matter of fact, you can actually get special deals if you rent a car at their site.
5. If you're in a business trip, they have good deals for you. If you're a frequent traveler, you'll be able to utilize their exclusive membership, which will open for you doors to numerous promos and discounts.
6. They have partnerships with numerous airports, organizations and even popular tourist destinations such as Disney theme parks.
7. They accept coupons and codes. This is good news, especially for those who wish to rent quality cars at a low price.
As you can see, Alamo Rent A Car knows what customers need. Even today, they continue to improve their services to better serve their customers.
วันอาทิตย์ที่ 9 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
2001 Toyota Camry in San Antonio, TX 78217 - SOLD
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjOgR2tsnS8&hl=en
วันเสาร์ที่ 8 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
2006 Ford Fusion # 5172B Austin San Antonio, TX 78217
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyRCBL3cJyU&hl=en
วันพุธที่ 5 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
2007 Toyota Camry in San Antonio, TX 78217 - SOLD
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uyxu2aulGDU&hl=en
วันจันทร์ที่ 3 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
2006 Toyota Tundra in San Antonio Austin, TX 78217
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufzjlgrphjo&hl=en
วันอาทิตย์ที่ 2 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
2009 Toyota Camry in San Antonio, TX 78217 - SOLD
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmHKphJFdIU&hl=en
วันเสาร์ที่ 1 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2553
2007 GMC Yukon XL #5170A in San Antonio Austin, TX 78217
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WhTZ34kOfY&hl=en