Top 5 Essential Motorhome Accessories By Anny Brown

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It?s easy to see why an increasing number of people in the UK are opting to purchase a motorhome or caravan for their family holidays. Not only do you get to enjoy the ease of travelling at your own pace, but also have the opportunity to explore the great outdoors in comfortable accommodation. Whether you?ve already purchased your motorhome and need advice regarding necessary essentials or are considering buying a motorhome, these useful tips will help guide you in the buying process.
1. To shield your family from the summer sun and have a comfortable outdoor area in which to eat and relax, awnings are used. These come in two forms ? a basic, canopy like structure to provide some shade, or a tent offering more privacy. When choosing your motorhome awning, remember to take material and durability into account and opt for a product that suits you and your family?s needs.

2. In order to keep the kids happy and entertain the adults in the evening, don?t forget to pack a selection of games and outdoor activities. Here are some suggestions of what to bring:
? Frisbee
? Badminton set
? Board games
? Fishing rod
? Deck of cards
Remember to avoid anything with small pieces, as they might get lost and do your research on the area where you?re going so that you?re well equipped with activities that complement the natural setting.
3. Proper sanitation and hygiene is a must for your caravan. Many caravans have cassette toilets, which need chemicals to break down the waste and keep your caravan clean and germ-free. There is a choice of three additives, depending on whether you would prefer a pleasant fragrance, ease of use, or chemicals that are environmentally friendly.

4. As with normal vehicles, motorhomes are subject to wear and tear during long trips. It?s advisable to keep a toolkit (even one with the bare minimum) handy, so that you have the wherewithal to tighten nuts and bolts if need be. A few essential tools to keep on your motorhome are:
? Flat and crosshead screwdrivers
? Spanner
? Pliers
? Torch (+ batteries)
? Fuses
? Sharp knife
Bonus tip: In terms of safety, it?s also essential to have a first aid kit and fire extinguisher on board!
5. Last but certainly not least, don?t forget to insure your motorhome before taking it out on the road. Think of your motorhome as any other vehicle that requires proper insurance in order to be legally and safely driven. Not only is motorhome insurance required, but it also covers you in case of accidents like fire or theft. Upon purchasing your motorhome insurance, make sure that you?re getting the most comprehensive and well-tailored policy for what you need.
It?s also important to get caravan insurance or motorhome insurance quote before purchasing a motorhome or caravan.

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Radio Advertising - What Is A Fair Price For Radio Commercials And Radio Spots? By Mike Brown

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Radio Advertising " What is a fair price for radio commercials or a radio "spot"?

The most common question we get about TV advertising and radio advertising is "What is a fair price for a 'spot'?" It's a good question; hard to give a good answer to it, though. But here's an idea:
A fair price might be $2.00 in Great Falls, MO...
...or $300.00 in Houston, TX...
...or $2000.00 in New York City...
...or $1.5 million during the Super Bowl.

The problem with understanding "spot pricing" is that many people don't understand what a spot is in the first place. A spot is a slot of airtime for a commercial " 15, 30, or 60 seconds worth. That's all it is: it's time on the air. What's air worth? Nothing. We'd all be in trouble if someone had the bright idea to charge for the stuff we breathe. So what's a spot worth? Let me answer that question again: NOTHING.

Let's take another stab at answering that question. Take a bag of potato chips, for instance " maybe some Ruffles' Cheddar and Sour Cream, just for illustration. How much is a bag of chips? About $3.50, for a big bag. How many chips do you get in one? About a hundred, which means each chip is worth about 3 cents. Now, is that a fair price to pay for chips? Based on what other people are willing to pay and what you yourself have paid in the past, it's safe to say the answer is "yes."

But let's say you opened your $3.50 bag of chips and got only three chips (and maybe a handful or two of crumbs). At around $1.17 per chip, you would've gotten ripped off pretty badly. On the flip side, what if you opened the bag and it was full to the brim with around three hundred chips? At less than a penny per chip, that would be an incredible deal.

And there we find our problem: small businesses keep on buying advertising based solely on the "spot price." They don't bother to feel the bag before they buy it to make sure there are chips instead of crumbs in there. The only thing that's important when buying TV and radio advertising is the number of people who will see or hear your spot each time it runs. In advertising parlance, what you want is "average impressions" (aka "ears" or "eyeballs").

By this point, you're probably asking: how do you check the bag? What do you have to do to find out how many ears or eyeballs you're getting when you buy advertising? Our next article will answer that for you. We also have a page on our main site, "What is CPM," where you can find out about Nielsen and Arbitron ratings and what they mean for radio advertising.

Feel free to call our office with any questions you might have about TV or radio advertising. Whether or not you're a client, we'll be glad to answer.

In this tough economy you have to take the punches, keep your chin up and keep fighting. A politician is certainly not going to do it for you; no matter how many times they lie and tell you they will!

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