Building An Authoritative Travel Blog

Authoritative blogs seem all the rage at the moment but what exactly is an " Authoritative Travel Blog ?" Well my understanding of the matter is it is a blog that is not only very informative to the readers but that the information comes from authoritative type people in connection with what they are writing about.

Hopefully my articles below will give an insight on travel and travel related experiences from all over the world from many authoritative writers as they have been there and done that.

Articles will be and are published often and this means current travel experiences and up to date places to visit. If you have also visited these places or wish to comment then please do so remembering this blog is intended to family orientated visitors so please be respectful.

I have seen many fears raised through my article site and feel that any traveller today that, for one reason or another, decides against travel insurance then they are possibly being a little short sighted. We do not want our boats to sink but are happy to carry life rafts. travel insurance is a similar idea. We do not wish to ever claim on it but if things go wrong as they sometimes do it is a benifit to have the insurance.

Saturday, March 21, 2009

Flea Markets: An Overview

By Mercie Hallow

Flea markets are markets where one can find bargain goods at cheap prices. Flea market vendors are usually seen to occupy from a small space such as a table to as large as market stalls. Flea markets usually have concessionaires and sometimes live music or entertainment in order to enrich and heighten the experience. The term got its name from the French word Marche aux puces where the first flea market has reportedly appeared. It was in alleyways of Paris that the idea was brought to life and was adapted by many countries.

Some people commented that the origin of the name must have been so because the people there as active as fleas or that the goods are somehow infested by these insects. Some goods that flea markets sell are reportedly counterfeited designer items and pirated movies on DVDs and VCDs. The silk Street in China is an example of a market that sells fake designer labels from watches, shoes, bags, clothes, etc. Some flea markets in the Philippines had actually been raided by police officials because of the pirated movies that vendors sell.

Flea markets are still very popular nowadays because of its bargain proces and unique finds. Some sellers sell their own second hand items in a plan to gain extra cash and get rid of some stuffs in their home that they no longer use. Buyers usually go here in search for an item she believes is of important use.

Going to a flea market is a fun activity for the whole family. Whether it is mom looking for a new piece of sofa covers or sister looking for that sassy and chic cheap wallpaper to redecorate her room, everything can be found in flea markets. The whole family can have items for themselves without spending for more.

I really cant wait for the next schedule of the IRS Flea Market at New Hampshire. Ive been dying to acquire some unique curios for my living room coffee table.

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