Valitor sponsors Icelandic Winter Olympics team for Sochi 2014
Valitor, a leading Iceland-based acquiring and issuing services provider, is sponsoring the Icelandic Winter Olympics team for Sochi 2014. Representatives at Valitor state that the company is proud to play a part in the efforts of the national Winter Olympics team and The National Olympic and Sports Association of Iceland.
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Citrus College’s Head Softball Coach Endorses Dr. Wade Faerber
The head softball coach at Citrus College is endorsing the services of the respected Dr. Wade Faerber, a fellowship-trained sports medicine and orthopedic surgeon. For more than two decades, Dr. Faerber has been helping thousands of top-performing athletes, as well as families and individuals, by providing sound advice and care. One of them is Jackie…
Continue Reading...Racing the Planet Iceland officials receive clothing by 66 NORTH
Staff and volunteers of the renowned endurance foot race, Racing The Planet: Iceland 2013, received the official uniform by the Icelandic clothing label, 66°NORTH. 66°NORTH is considered a pioneering label for the creation of specialised clothing for use in the toughest conditions on land and sea. The label is one of Iceland’s oldest manufacturing companies,…
Continue Reading...Antigravity Fitness Set to Launch Fitness Program for Children
Christopher Harrison, the creator of the Antigravity fitness brand, will soon provide fitness classes for children aged six to nine. Backed by his excellent background in gymnastics, Mr. Harrison is excited to inspire children to become health conscious as well as embrace and enjoy practicing aerial yoga at their young age. Aerial Yoga for Kids
Continue Reading...Regular Exercise Can Limit Risks and Symptoms of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage covering the ends of bones wears down, leaving only a jagged, worn surface – causing pain whenever that particular joint moves. This disease affects nearly 20 million Americans, and is especially prevalent among the middle-aged (ages 45-65). Besides the wear and tear that comes with age, alternative risk factors can…
Continue Reading...Fort Lauderdale Golf Lessons Instructor to Compete in Maccabiah Games
An instructor from Winning Ways Golf Development, a trusted provider of comprehensive golf lessons in Fort Lauderdale, is leading Team Canada to the 2013 Maccabiah Games in Israel this July. Benjamin Silverman of Thornhill, Ontario is competing in the 19th edition of the worldwide Jewish sports event that will begin in the third week of…
Continue Reading...Capetown Noir out for Vercingetorix revenge in 2013 Durban July
Cape training legend Dean Kannemeyer has tasted glory in the Durban July on two occasions and the handler will be looking for a third success on July 6th. Kannemeyer will be relying on stable star Capetown Noir and followers of the horse remain confident that the superstar can fly into the winner’s enclosure in South…
Continue Reading...Mizuno Launches New Wave Rider 16 Running Shoes
Mizuno, an internationally renowned provider of running shoes, have launched the latest edition of their flagship running shoes, the Wave Rider 16. The Japanese company, which was founded in 1906, state that the Wave Rider 16 is their most iconic running shoe to date and is lighter, faster and smoother than ever before. The shoes…
Continue Reading...Alpine Elements Launches New Half Term Family Deals
Alpine Elements, a leading alpine ski package holiday specialist, has created a selection of special offers on family holidays for the approaching half-term break. In order to help families enjoy affordable holidays to some of the world’s most beautiful ski resorts over the February half-term break, Alpine Elements has launched a new range of special…
Continue Reading...Rita’s Pregnancy 101 Now Also In Shahibaug, Ahmedabad
Awareness of fitness during pregnancy and benefits of normal birth & kangaroo care have been improving amongst today’s women. Due to the ever increasing demand for pregnancy classes closer to their homes, Rita’s Pregnancy 101 inaugurates a centre in Shahibaug, Ahmedabad. Over the last two years the response to Rita’s Pregnancy 101 from the women…
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Why Do You Need To Choose Natural Skincare Products?
With the media and reviews that caution customers of the possibly toxic substances in lots of most commercial skin care products offered in good skin care products stores and shops, that is a complicated query to answer. Firstly, most of the commonly used skincare products contain artificial and synthetic ingredients that the body has troubles…
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“Kasta macka” (throw a sandwich) is something the Swedish PM does out in nature
Throwing sandwiches may sound like an odd thing to do, but not in Sweden. Over there, “kasta macka” or “throw a sandwich” is what Swedes call skipping stones on water. The many benefits and wonders of outdoor Sweden Recently, Mr. Stefan Löfven, the prime minister of Sweden was asked to list his top 5 things…
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Aspen the mountain pup and his love for 66°North
Aspen the mountain pup is the Instagram famous Golden Retriever with over 98,500 followers. When his owners, Hunter and Sarah Lawrence, visited Iceland for the first time on their honeymoon back in 2013, they fell in love with the landscape, the people and the fashion. As big fans of Icelandic outdoor clothing brand 66°North, they…
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Project Opal a great success: NORTH SAILING WINS AWARDS FOR RESPONSIBLE TOURISM
North Sailing has been named Silver winner of the Best Innovation for Carbon Reduction category at the World Responsible Tourism Awards 2015 at World Travel Market in London. North Sailing won the silver at the prestigious World Responsible Tourism Awards 2015 at the World Travel Market (WTM) in London, November 4th. This is the first…
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Swedes embrace online media streaming services
Media consumption in Sweden is increasingly characterized by online streaming services such as Spotify and Netflix. Three out of four 15-74-year-olds now use online streaming services to listen to music or watch video. Youtube, Spotify and Netflix are the most popular online streaming services used. Youtube is free of charge, whereas Spotify is offered both…
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Blue Car Rental: Insurance included in all car rentals in Iceland
Car rental firms in Iceland cover vehicles with third party insurance as standard, which includes personal accident insurance. This is Icelandic law for driving here. Blue Car Rental is one of Iceland’s main car rental companies and they do provide insurance as standard for most eventualities. This includes coverage from vehicle theft and gravel protection….