3 Ways To Find Top Show Bands For Your Event

The best show bands have agents, and you'll have to work with an agent to get the best, and the right entertainment option for your event. It isn't difficult to work with an agent, most are nice people, and ready to do what you need done, in fact... most will go the extra distance to be certain your have the best possible band at the best price.

But, there are three simple ways to find the top show band for your event that you need to know. So, let's reveal those right now:

1 - Google Search Keyword Phrases

In these days of high technology, Google really is one of the best methods of locating what you want. And, as they say... If it ain't online, don't buy it! Google has figured out what people want and how to put it in front of you on their search engine, but you'll need to know what to look for. Keyword phrases that help guide the search engine to your preferences are often primed by agents who speak better BAND than they speak customer. So, think like the band instead of the customer. Look for names and locations that might label the band.

For instance:



"music for afternoon garden wedding" didn't bring up any bands, or agents to choose from, but rather a long selection of tunes.

"best dance bands for hire" brought up a whole list of dance bands and agents who support and market bands for events.

2 - Word of Mouth Referrals and References

Ask others who have hired bands for events, for weddings, or corporate training events, or community entertainment who they call to find the right band. Don't be shy, if you find a band you like, look them up on YouTube.com or ask for referrals, and references for the best dance bands. Your friends won't lead you wrong, and you can always test their references on YouTube. Look them up.

3 - Find Event Planners Who Work with Bands

Some of the best event planners will have bands and agents they work with all the time. Don't count on the lowest price or the cheapest option fulfilling your dreams. Sometimes you have to pay for what you want. But... it's worth it!

The key is to find the right agent who understands what you want and will work with you to present the very best!

Not only does our on staff agent offer the absolute best dance bands available for a wide variety of events, but you get the option of hearing our bands on YouTube, to help make your selection. David Levin Entertainment brings the best show bands available to your event, click at http://davidlevinent.com and request a quote to find the BEST band option for your event.



 By David Levin



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What to Look For When Researching Bed and Breakfasts

Let me start by saying that I design websites for bed and breakfast providers. I have been inside many establishments, photographed them from all angles, sampled the food, experienced the difficulty of finding them if they are off the beaten track and spent time with their owners.

Sometimes I've felt like The Hotel Inspector. Sometimes I've buttoned my lip and said nothing, sometimes I've politely voiced my concerns. If I've spotted something amiss it's a pretty certain bet that guests will too and will be only too keen to say so on Trip Advisor or social media.

There's a clue in that last sentence if you are researching Bed and Breakfast providers. Look them up on Trip Advisor. What experiences have previous guests had?

Were the owners friendly and helpful, or did they act like they didn't want guests in their house?

Were the rooms and facilities clean and tidy? Was the location peaceful or were you looking onto a main road and a building site? Was the breakfast freshly cooked and generous?

Trip Advisor will tell you all this and more.

Take a look at how owners respond to negative comments. Remember, disgruntled guests and those who have to complain about the smallest thing are the ones most likely to post. Did their complaints seem valid and how did the owner respond?

I always tell my website clients that bed and breakfast customers shop with their eyes. Photos, photos, photos. Guests want to see what the place they are coming to looks like. What the rooms look like, what the shower rooms look like, what the view from their window will be, what the food looks like.

If those photos aren't on a provider's website, or they are grainy and out of focus, ask yourself why that might be? If the website hasn't been updated in years, might that tell you something.

In general, you get what you pay for. A B&B that costs �45 a night for 2 people probably won't be as smart or as spacious as one that charges �145 a night. Lower pricing doesn't have to mean that rooms are dirty and facilities don't work.

Look to see if the room(s) you are booking have their own en-suite facilities or have shared facilities. There seems to be an increasing trend in the UK for a roll top bath to be placed in the bedroom. If you are young and in love, you may be very happy to bathe together or to have your partner watching. But would you be so keen if you are two friends using the room as a twin room? Or parent and child sharing a room?

If you have pets - check that dogs are welcome. If in doubt, phone the owners and ask.

If you have young children, check that the B&B is child friendly. You don't want to find that the establishment doesn't accept children and have your holiday ruined. Respect those that don't accept children - they may have had a bad experience, they may have elderly owners, they may specifically run a child free establishment.

Look to see if breakfast is included in the price. Some establishments will offer a "room only" rate. This may be what you want if you are staying just one night and have an early start. Or maybe you are one of those people that simply doesn't eat breakfast.

Make sure you know what size the bed is. For some couples this isn't an issue, but if one or both of you is tall, or a little on the wide side, you may prefer a larger size double bed - king or super king size.

Check what facilities are offered in the bathroom. Some will have a bath with over bath shower. If you have mobility issues you may prefer a separate, walk-in shower. Make sure you read the owner's description and if in doubt, phone or email to check.

If you are a wheelchair user, or have another disability, again read the description carefully and if in doubt, contact the owner to ensure the establishment meets your needs.

Most B&Bs are happy to cater to special dietary requirements. Not telling the owner your special requirements until you sit down to breakfast leads to embarrassment. Most owners will want to meet your needs and will feel upset and embarrassed if they can't - advance notice ensures that the food your require will be available when you want it.

Check the location of the B&B. You may want peace and quiet in an isolated, rural location. Or you may want to stay somewhere that is more easily accessible to the local sights and doesn't involve a 10 mile drive up and down the valley to reach it each day. An online mapping service will usually give you a pretty accurate location and there may even be Street View so you can see the place where you are planning to stay.

In the UK there is one site that lists most of the accommodation local to a selection of small towns - B&Bs, self catering and hotels. Unlike other sites that list hotels nationwide, or self catering nationwide, this site focuses on listing all the accommodation in a defined local area.

Visit Stay Here, choose the town you want to stay in or near and then view all the local accommodation on one, handy, locally centered website.


 By Poppy R Smith



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Hot Stove League for Bargain Hunters

As I write this article it is 28 degrees outside and winter's grip is fully upon us in the early days of this new year 2017. With that in mind I have for you today my version of baseball's Hot Stove League.

I'm not talking sport however, unless you consider the hunting of curiosities and antiquities to be sport - and many people do. In New England where I live, specifically on a 64 mile long sand bar called Cape Cod, antique and oddity hunting is great sport during the summer months.

In January all we bargain hunters can do is talk about past 'steals' and 'deals' that we've made while looking forward to May or June when yard sales, flea markets, and curiosity/antique shops will be as common as beach sand.
For veteran seekers of cast off treasures much of what follows will be old hat, but perhaps I'll give you a few new thoughts that might help you in next summer's transactions.

Many people have the misconception that antiques cost more than they can afford. Shopping for antiques is a great way to spend a free afternoon and you may be surprised at how many good bargains you come across. The hardest thing is many people don't know the true value of the particular item they are looking at in an antique shop.

It may have caught their attention because of the style of it or it brings back happy memories. You never really know if the shop owner is trying to up the price or if you are already getting a good deal. Since you can't quickly go to another store and compare the price you pretty much have to decide the maximum you are willing to pay for an item and then walk away if the negations don't work in your favor.

It is a good idea to do some checking into the reputation of a given antique dealer before you even step foot into their store. You will find you are able to get good deals on antiques when you get to know the owner of the store. If you are a frequent shopper in the store you can build a good relationship. Bringing in other customers to the store is something that will get noticed as well. The owners of the antique store will want to work with you on items so that you keep generating more business for them.

You will be able to negotiate the price for what you want if the antique shop is operated by the owner and not several different employees. Even though you will find more selection at antique malls, you won't be able to negotiate the prices as much. Small antique shops can generally offer you some history on the pieces you are the most interested in.

On Cape Cod and I expect just about everywhere else you will do much better at flea markets, garage sales, and in the shops with cash. Money talks - the folding kind - not the plastic variety. Cash does indeed speak and its voice is very loud.

Frequently you will get a far better price if you approach the seller with cash in hand, partly because the credit card fees cut into the vendor's profit. Many of antique stores, as well as the flea markets and yard sales people are hesitant to take personal checks, especially if you are from out of town. Showing that you do have the cash with you in an unobvious way is also helpful. For example, you can count it and then say, "will you take $50 for it? That's all I have with me today.

It is important to remember that you will be buying antiques in the condition they are in. Make sure you take the time to thoroughly examine what you are purchasing. You don't want to get home and discover what you thought was a great bargain is nothing but junk. Most antique dealers take pride in offering quality items but you still need to check. You will be disappointed if you think you are going to take home an antique in mint condition for a very low price though.

If you are looking for certain antiques, take a look around online to get a good idea of what the going price is for them. Try to negotiate something that is about 25% less than the rates you find online. Don't be afraid to ask the antique shop owner to cut you a better price. It helps if you say something along the lines of "would you accept $100 for this?" Instead of "can you lower the price"? It definitely helps you get what you want if you are assertive but not going overboard.

Do not be afraid to ask for a better price, especially at flea markets. On slow days at flea markets and swap meets some vendors don't even make enough sales to cover the cost of their space. If you happen to be the sale that will allow him to at least meet his rental fee, you may be able to negotiate a steep discount.

If you are planning to visit Cape Cod this summer you'll find more antique shops per square mile than just about any other place in New England. Another source for vintage and new items as well, are the sidewalks of the fifteen towns of the Cape. Many seasonal cottage owners frequently upgrade their furnishings. Instead of selling off the old items, they put them out on the sidewalks with a big "Free" sign on them. You can find everything from televisions, to couches, beds, bureaus, and even the kitchen sink! Beginning in May the sidewalks of the Cape could be paved with 'gold' for you.

Also in May, the new season starts at one of the best venues in New England- the Wellfleet Flea Market on Route Six, just over the Eastham line. There are hundreds of dealers and thousands of bargains every weekend from mid may to Columbus Day. When the sun goes down, the market takes off its salesman's apron and reveals its true identity as a delightful old time Drive-in Movie Theater. Every night, rain or clear, Wellfleet shows two first run feature films - an old fashioned double feature! They even still have the vintage drive-in food available from the snack bar. Sooner or later everyone who visits Cape Cod goes to Wellfleet for the flea and the show.


 By Bill Russo


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Top 5 Tips For Cruising With Small Children

Cruising is a great family holiday particularly because your kids are catered to their needs just like the adults. Most ships have a set of different activities for the kids and the biggest vessels have several spacious playrooms for different age groups, with their respective age-appropriate toys, furniture and electronic gaming. They even have bathrooms with miniature sinks and toilets. If you are a parent who is eager to go on a cruise with your young one, it will be great if you familiarize yourself with these things.

Choose The Right Cruise Line
Choosing the right cruise line for your family is essential to keeping the kids happy and occupied, allowing you to enjoy your holiday without any worry. Some cruise lines don't have family suites, some are family friendly packed with fun things to do, so it's best that you check with your cruise line if they have kid friendly environment.

Take Advantage Of Kids Club
Kids clubs on ships are the ideal way to let everyone enjoy their time. Many cruise lines have excellent clubs that are packed with a huge variety of games, activities and events all supervised by qualified and friendly professionals.

Many cruise lines have excellent clubs that are packed with a huge variety of games activities and events all supervised by qualified and friendly professionals. Babysitting services are also available on some cruise lines.

Search Accommodation Options
You need to find the right stateroom or cabin options otherwise you'll go mad. Be careful choosing a standard room that states it can take up to 3 or 4 people on put-up-beds they can, but you'll have no other room. Instead, you can find special cabins adopted for families with more space provided. Some have partitioned bedrooms too for extra privacy, or you can even book connecting staterooms for the ample privacy, space and the security.

Pick A Fun Itinerary
Part of the fun of cruising is in the itinerary and visiting various different destinations. However, this becomes a bit redundant if you end up dragging your kids around places that they don't care about. If your children are bored than it's not worth the cost of excursion. Instead look at what's an offer Caribbean cruises are great for water sports and action activities. Alternatively, search for itineraries with more of a focus on the weather, and prepare to take advantage of a quieter ship during days in part.

Bring Entertainment
Sometimes things are a little slow when you're on a cruise holiday. A lot of the time things run smoothly, but you may have to queue or wait. If you have kids, particularly young ones, you'll know how easily they can get bored. Make sure you take something to distract them, whether it's a magazine or comic, a favorite book or their Nintendo DS. Just make sure your electronics are fully charged before you set off.

Traveling is the best way to enjoy your time with your family, so book a cruise to Barcelona and have the most memorable time of your life with your family.


 By Hammad H Sheikh


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