Archive for the ‘Sports’ category

Spil gratis Razz Poker på nettet

December 21st, 2011

Poker er ved at bekomme et af de mest populære spil i Danmark, især på internettet. Hver dag er der mængder af spillere, der logger på for at spille Texas Hold Em, Omaha, Razz, Stud og Badugi på nettet mod andre spillere.

Det er nemt at lære at spille gratis poker på nettet, og det at du kan spille hjemmefra uden at skulle tage ned på et casino, betyder også at du kan gøre det når du har tid. Jeg startede med at spille freeroll, og mens jeg lærte at spille begyndte min saldo at stige. » Read more: Spil gratis Razz Poker på nettet

Enjoy kayak fishing

February 9th, 2011

If you are fortunate enough to reside in a part of the country that has a pleasant climate or you take regular vacations then there is no better sport to enjoy than fishing. Fishing is an amazing sport that is enjoyed by millions across the United States. However, standard fishing trips or boat charters can be rather expensive and during these tough economic times money is quite tight in many households.

Kayak fishing offers a fantastic alternative to standard fishing that is not only cheaper but also far more enjoyable. When kayak fishing you do not have to run to anyone’s time frame, it is simply you, your fishing partners and the kayak. The feeling of absolute freedom that you are given from kayak fishing is really difficult to put into words unless you have experienced it for yourself. The fact that you are not bound by time or route whenever you head out into onto the ocean or a lake gives you such a beautiful feeling you will wonder why you have never tried it before. » Read more: Enjoy kayak fishing

New sports insurance packages protect amateur and professional alike

November 30th, 2010

It doesn’t matter whether you’re an amateur or a pro if you are regularly involved in a sport then you need insurance to cover you for loss of earnings. That’s the message given out by Lockton Sport, which is encouraging sports people of every level to consider its sports insurance policies as a safeguard against unforeseen occurrences that will not be covered by a ‘standard’ premium.

The amateur sports person is as at risk from injury or long term physical damage as the professional: and when an amateur sports man or sports woman sustains a serious injury, his or her other job or source of revenue can be endangered immediately. That can be an insupportable situation for a family and children, which is why Lockton is urging all sports people to check the details of their current insurance and make sure that the package is suitable for their needs. Lockton Sport supplies comprehensive sports insurance packages that specifically cover for loss of earning through injury or sudden career halt: the message, received loud and clear by the sports playing public, is ‘make sure there won’t be any nasty surprises.’

At the higher end of things, Lockton Sport is making an equally important plea to top earning sports men and women to make sure their home insurance will pay out in the event of a planned and organised burglary. Lockton points out that top sports persons are often subject to coordinate burglarious entry, because their movements are so highly publicised. A Lockton sports insurance policy will cover against this eventuality if necessary.

There are, of course, insurance policies and insurance policies. Sports professionals and serious amateurs alike are encouraged to check their small print now and to give Lockton Sport a call if they aren’t satisfied with their current policies.

About Lockton Sport

Lockton Sport is a UK based sports insurance provider offering maximum coverage to sports men and women, clubs or individuals related to sports in any way.

Visit www.locktonsport.com for more info.

Vinteraktiviteter under nordlyset på Island

November 30th, 2010

Island er et vakkert land å besøke hele året. Landet kan skilte med noen av de beste vinteraktivitetene i verden, fra spennende snøscooterturer, fotturer over isbreer til skiferier; alt dette kan du oppleve under nordlyset.

En av de mest populære vinteraktivitetene på Island er fottur på isbre. Som landets navn forteller deg har Island ulik is, som venter på å bli utforsket. Hvorfor ikke klarte opp brefallet Svinafellsjokull, vandre mellom ulike isbreformasjoner eller isklatre på isbreen Solheimajokull. Du kan lær hvordan du fester tauene og oppdag det magiske landskapet på egenhånd. » Read more: Vinteraktiviteter under nordlyset på Island

Center for entrepreneurship enterprise park launches new website

October 20th, 2010

Iceland’s center for entrepreneurship and enterprise park, Asbru has recently launched its new updated website. The website now has developed its usability for Asbru’s potential customers, allowing them to find the services they need more efficiently.

The Asbru Enterprise Park was formed at the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) abandoned its military base in Keflavik, Iceland in 2006; with this departure, over 900 local people were left unemployed. However, the community looked at the possible opportunities with the space and consequently established the park. » Read more: Center for entrepreneurship enterprise park launches new website

Oslo 2010 marathon event in Norway marks 2500 years of the marathon

September 24th, 2010

(Original source – WebWire 24.09.2010)

Norway’s answer to the New York marathon, the Fokus Bank Oslo Marathon 2010 is set to mark the 2500-year anniversary of the long-distance running event tomorrow. Fokus Bank Oslo Marathon organizers, The Vidar Sports Club, expects close to 16,000 people to participate during this weekend’s proceedings.

This event, marking the fabled run of Greek soldier Pheidippides, a messenger who allegedly ran from the Battle of Marathon to Athens in 490 BC, will set its stamp on the Norwegian capital over these two days. The event’s starting and finishing lines are located at Akershus Castle in the city center, and if the forecasts for participation stand correct, this event will set a new record for a street race in Oslo; the previous record, set in 1994 at 14,192 runners.

» Read more: Oslo 2010 marathon event in Norway marks 2500 years of the marathon

Fokus Bank Oslo Marathon receives record registrations from 71 nations

September 24th, 2010

(Original Source: eNewsWire – 24.09.2010)

Vidar Sports Club, the organiser of Fokus Bank Oslo Marathon, has received a record number of registration for this weekend’s event. Vidar expects close to 16,000 people from 71 different nations to run one of the distances covered; marathon (42,195 metres), half marathon (21,097 metres), 10 kilometres and three kilometres. If the forecasts for participation hold good, this event will set a new record for a street race in Oslo. The previous record is 14,192 runners set in 1994.

Fokus Bank Oslo Marathon, held on the last weekend in September annually, is Norway’s largest street marathon. First staged in 1981, the race attracted a record 14 000 runners in 1994, but interest in jogging declined around 2000 and it was not staged in 2002-03. Due to this, in 2004 the organisation of the event was taken over by the Vidar Sports Club and now in its 28th edition is going to be bigger than ever. » Read more: Fokus Bank Oslo Marathon receives record registrations from 71 nations

Seattle Chiropractor, Dr. James Devine, empowers community to live a healthier life

September 22nd, 2010

Devine Chiropractic and Rehab Center and Seattle chiropractor, Dr. James Devine DC, are pleased to announce programs developed to empower the residents of Seattle to achieve a healthier and more enjoyable lifestyle. The methods and practices of chiropractic medicine have been utilized in designing programs to foster and enhance physical health and wellness.

Wellness is a concept that is more than the absence of disease. It is achieving a physical balance that promotes emotional and mental balance in all aspects of life. Some of the techniques and principles that are utilized include nutrition, exercise, stress reduction techniques and spinal adjustments when appropriate. The exact course of therapy is determined by a thorough assessment and by working with the patient to encourage a holistic approach to life.

» Read more: Seattle Chiropractor, Dr. James Devine, empowers community to live a healthier life

Exeter golf and country club celebrates the biggest win in the club’s history

September 21st, 2010

Exeter Golf and Country Club celebrated a historic double win with a reception party for golfers of the winning teams of the county finals at the club. This is the very first time the prestigious Still Cup and the DCGU Palariet Memorial Trophy have been won by the same golf club in the same year and so, this year will not only go down in the club’s history as the most successful golf season ever, but also in the history of golf in the South West.

The Captains of the golf teams Darren Thorpe and Dot Butler, celebrated with their team players, President and many members of the golf section of Exeter Golf and Country Club with a drinks reception and slide show of their triumphant wins at the golf tournaments, which took place in late August.

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Arnar Reynisson agradece la acogida que se le ha dado al juego del Mundial del KEF

July 22nd, 2010

El Aeropuerto Internacional de Keflavik (KEF), en Islandia, le ofrece la oportunidad de ganar premios con su concurso del Mundial de Fútbol de 2010. El concurso se centra en que los participantes hagan sus pronósticos sobre las eliminatorias del Mundial para ganar cientos de premios, incluyendo el gran premio: un viaje de 10 días en coche alrededor de Islandia.

A través de este concurso hemos promocionado la zona libre de impuestos del KEF, así como el propio aeropuerto, utilizando nuestros canales en las redes sociales, como Facebook y Twitter. » Read more: Arnar Reynisson agradece la acogida que se le ha dado al juego del Mundial del KEF