The Social Networking Explosion: Where Do You Belong?
As if MySpace weren’t enough, countless new social networking sites are popping up on the Internet every day. Whether you’re a sports, book or movies fan, you’re sure to find the right network of like-minded people at an URL near you.
But social networking isn’t just for fun. Performers and bands have long used websites like MySpace to break into the industry, promote their work and increase their fan base. But now, some colleges and churches are starting to develop profiles to build awareness and begin a dialog with interested members. Some colleges with MySpace profiles include San Francisco State, Boston University college of Communication and Graduate Admissions and Ohio’s Hiram College.
Not a MySpace fan? Here’s just a sampling of the new social networks at your disposal:
- Orkut (orkut.com): A general online meeting place for friends
- LinkedIn (linkedin.com): A career networking system
- United Methodist Communications (umcom.org): An online social network for Methodists
- Spout (spout.com): A growing online network for movie fans eager to share reviews
- Boompa (boompa.com): Where you can meet other auto fans and share advice
- Minti (minti.com): Where parents can find friends, get support and advice
- Sponsorhouse (sponsorhouse.com): A growing athletic social network
- Gather (gather.com): Uniting members by interest, including books, food, health, money, movies, music, news, politics and travel
- YouTube (youtube.com): Using video as a means of social networking
- Facebook (facebook.com): Building networks based on company, region, high school or college affiliation
- MySpace (myspace.com): Possibly the largest social networking website simply defined as “a place for friends”
- Flickr (flickr.com): A social networking website for those who want to share through photos
Not interested in the broad selection of networks already developed? No problem. Ning.com gives you a free way to create your own custom video, photo or group social website.
So, now, the only thing you’ll need to determine is how many profiles you want to create.
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With so many airport hassles, it’s nice to know some major airports are making their process even easier – at least the task of finding a parking spot Some methods they’re using to keep travelers informed: electronic parking space location signs, real-time Internet information on how many spaces are open in each garage, plus radio and telephone broadcasting, some with an automated recording and others with live customer service assistance.
Planning a winter retreat? If it’s your first ski trip, CNN.com offers some tips on avoiding the most common pitfalls, like wardrobe malfunctions, inadequate equipment and cost cutting (which sometimes isn’t quite worth it’s weight in gold).
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Miami, Florida: The City Kissed With Year-Round Sunshine
Relax amid warm days, then come alive during smolderingly sexy nights on the coast of the Atlantic. Sandwiched between the Atlantic Ocean and the Everglades resides the vibrant, city of Miami. Here you’ll find a warm and welcoming blend of cultures, from Latin American to Caribbean, Italian, German and Russian, with many residents bilingual, Haitian Creole or Spanish-speaking. Hugely popular with tourists, Miami is one of the smallest cities in America.
Much of the city lies on the Bisbayne Bay, which includes hundreds of artificial and natural barrier islands touting warm sunny beaches and temperate year-round weather. Summers are warm and tropical averaging 75 degrees, with winters bringing slight cold-fronts during the months of November through March, rarely dipping below 60 degrees. The city’s hottest month is August. Tropical in climate, a warm and pleasant rainfall drapes the city year-round, with the heaviest storms occurring between mid-May to early October.
When in Miami, visit the Art Deco nightclub district in Miami Beach, an area just outside the city known worldwide for its impeccable glamour. Near the historic Lyric Theater, you’ll find Overtown, one of Miami’s oldest African-American neighborhoods in the heart of the entertainment district. Then jump into the saucy Cuban atmosphere on Little Havana’s Calle Ocho, alive with amazing beats, spicy foods and celebrations.
For the outdoorsman, Miami provides incredible opportunities for diving, fishing and sailing on Miami Harbor, jet skiing and windsurfing in Biscayne Bay and other water sports for all ages and skill levels. Remember to sign-up for parasailing lessons and have a trip of a lifetime.
Miami offers amazing beachfront resorts with spectacular views both day and night. These resorts provide instant access to sunbathing and coastal excursions whenever you feel the whim. Many of these posh high-rise resorts are frequented by some of today’s biggest named in Hollywood. For the urban traveler, Miami is also home to incredibly towering downtown hotels within the financial district and small boutique resorts along Ocean Drive.
After you play, dine on some of the most exquisite Latin foods, sipping cafecito, a sweet but strong expresso. Some trendy establishments include China Grill on south Beach, Nobu & Ago Restaurant, a Japanese delicacy, and Blue Door Restaurant, with incredible French cuisine influenced by Brazilian and other worldly flavors.
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