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Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin I went to Carlsbad for golf. I came back wowed by the town and its many other attractions. Carlsbad sits between San Diego and Los Angeles in the great weather epicenter of coastal Southern California. In the golf industry it’s known as the Silicon Valley of the sport, because so many of the big golf club manufactures are based here. For the traveling golf public it is home to two acclaimed destination resorts, the luxury Park Hyatt Aviara and the historic Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, host to many high-profile PGA tour events and other championships. There is also other great golf in the area. But not having kids, I had no idea that Carlsbad was home to Legoland , perhaps its biggest attraction, and one of the first things I saw as I headed to the tee. I didn’t know it had a frozen in time beach town with great atmosphere. I did not know the area is acclaimed for its hiking trails and miles of stunning beaches. … [Read more...] about Carlsbad – A Great Destination For Golf And Much More

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Creative Director of ArtVersion , a Chicago design consultancy. We craft ideal user experiences for the world’s most innovative companies. Most, if not all, people thoroughly enjoy an experience that’s tailored to their specific needs and interests. It makes an experience unique and allows for simplicity and convenience. Although not necessarily new to the realm of web design, personalization is being used much more frequently for branding and marketing objectives. Personalization can be used in many ways, but the overall intent is the same: Forget about the concept of the “average user” and replace it with an experience that’s specific to individual needs. Personalization is a subtle, powerful touch that can make your business’s website more engaging. What Is Website Personalization? Website personalization is the process of curating a unique experience for users when they interact with a site. Rather than … [Read more...] about Website Personalization And How It Can Benefit Your Business

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Higher for longer. That’s what numerous Federal Reserve officials have been saying about interest rates for some time. Nonetheless, many investors don’t take them at their word, and expect the central bank, sooner or later, to “pivot” and reduce short-term rates a lot, once the inflation beast is conquered. Fed Vice Chair Lael Brainard recently cautioned the public that rates would have to stay on the high side for some time to ensure that inflation indeed is on the decline. Yes, inflation is cooling, as the Consumer Price Index report for December indicates: sliding to 6.5% annually, from 7.1% the month prior. Nonetheless, 6.5% is higher than the CPI has been in four decades. There’s no rule that guarantees that, if inflation is going down, it will continue to decline. It needs some help from the Fed. “Even with the recent moderation, inflation remains high, and policy will need to be sufficiently restrictive for some … [Read more...] about Why The Fed Will Keep Rates Above 4% For A Long Time

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Although data shows that violent crime rates dropped in cities across the U.S. last year, crime is still a growing concern among many Americans—whose fears are only likely to increase with incidents like the recent mass shootings . For the third year in a row, MoneyGeek—a personal finance technology company—has issued a list of the most dangerous cities in the U.S., as well as the safest cities in America . It’s a helpful report to consider, whether you’re traveling in the U.S. or just a concerned citizen. “The report allows us to see what factors may connect safe and dangerous cities to each other. Readers can also learn a bit of what to expect from visiting or living in different cities,” says Doug Milnes, MoneyGeek’s chief of data analytics. “Being aware of the facts—rather than simply the reputations of different cities—is paramount before a big move or vacationing.” MoneyGeek came up with this year’s … [Read more...] about Study Ranks America’s 15 Unsafest Cities For 2023

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin MADRID, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 9: (L-R) Gareth Bale of Real Madrid, Saul Niguez of Atletico Madrid, Sergio ... [+] Ramos of Real Madrid during the La Liga Santander match between Atletico Madrid v Real Madrid at the Estadio Wanda Metropolitano on February 9, 2019 in Madrid Spain (Photo by David S. Bustamante/Soccrates/Getty Images) Getty The Madrid Derby between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid will be played outside of Europe for the first time ever as part of the 2019 International Champions Cup (ICC). The match, scheduled for July 26 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., is one of the countless dream matchups that comprise the 18-game preseason tournament, now in its seventh season. "W e’re looking forward for the Derby because it’s such a unique experience to play against Atlético Madrid in the United States," said former Real Madrid right back Álvaro Arbeloa at the ICC launch event in New York … [Read more...] about International Champions Cup 2019 Schedule Announced