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When looking at exchange rates, there are two key terms to be aware of: Consumption Basket. When you hear this in relation to a country, it purports to the goods and services that are purchased or consumed by the average person in that country. Real Exchange Rate. This uses a nominal exchange rate and a ratio of prices for the shopping baskets of two countries. The real exchange rate will compare the prices of two consumption baskets in the relative currencies....

Enter the influencers People don’t share their “real” life on Facebook, Instagram, and the rest of the similar networks – they share what they think the others will “Like”. They are doing so for the validation they feel when the number of likes on their update is high. This, in turn, creates a skewed image of their life – one filled with fun, parties, trips to the most Instagram-worthy locations, picture-perfect dinners, and sunsets, and other enviable adventures....

In fact, private air travel cost is quite affordable, and with a few extra tips, it may not cost you over $1,000. There are different factors that contribute to the price, as well. Flying privately also has many benefits such as unique catering and more space. Who doesn’t want to travel in style? If you want to learn how to manage your travel budget for flying private, then keep reading!...

I was 14 when this game debuted and I’d glimpsed other cars through the “World Rally Championship” on SPEEDVISION and through the German car magazines my relatives would bring back from the Frankfurt airport. I thought I was cool. I was not cool. I knew nothing! I got Gran Turismo for Christmas in 1997 and, honestly, I don’t remember much of 1998. Did I kiss a girl that entire year?...

So, let’s all give it up for the Mustang II, because combing through hundreds of car ads this morning, this was the first one I hit that didn’t have exclusively caucasian people. Cars are for everyone, and it’s worth remembering that. Have a great holiday, everyone. How you folks doin up north? On the plus side, maybe I can hold a Red Bull Crashed Ice competition on my neighborhood streets tomorrow....

(Full Disclosure: Toyota invited me to Austin, Texas to attend the Toyota Crown’s reveal. The company paid for my travel and a night in a swanky resort.) Last week, Toyota made lots of people feel lots of emotions with the unveiling of the new Toyota Crown lineup. America is getting the Crown back after a 50-year absence, but the new car isn’t what some–including myself–expected. The understated luxury sedan that you may know the Crown to be is staying in Japan....

The turnout was far better than I expected. In my mind, as I drove to the event, I was sort of expecting maybe one or two other cars parked sadly in a corner of the parking lot, one of which maybe would be holding an irate reader who just wanted to yell at me for being such a numbnuts online, punctuating his loud, saliva-spraying points with a thick finger jabbed into my chest....

I actually have been to Pebble Beach car week before, the first time a long time ago when I was still a civilian, and then again when I worked with Jalopnik, so I’ve witnessed the splendor firsthand, and have at least some vague idea what to expect. David, though, hasn’t ever been to an event like this, being more used to impromptu car shows in Walmart parking lots, eating slices of the cheapest available pizza that’s been dropped onto the asphalt at least once....

Welcome to The Morning Dump, bite-sized stories corralled into a single article for your morning perusal. If your morning coffee’s working a little too well, pull up a throne and have a gander at the best of the rest of yesterday. Audi To Officially Enter Formula 1 In 2026 After months and months of chatter through the grapevine, Audi has finally confirmed that it will enter Formula 1 in 2026....

The most common motorcycle accidents often involve collisions with other vehicles or other objects, speeding, and poor weather conditions. There are some steps that you can take to enjoy your bike safely and avoid the most common motorcycle accidents. A Left Turning Car One of the most common motorcycle accidents occurs when cars turn left in front of riders. As you’re entering the intersection, a driver hits you while trying to make a turn....

It’s easy to accumulate knick-knacks and unnecessary items over your lifetime. But how do you separate the unnecessary from the necessary? Whether you’re moving to a smaller place or moving in with a partner, sometimes you need less stuff. Keep reading to learn how to downsize your home and start living smaller. 1. Start with a Plan One of the most essential tips for downsizing possessions is to start with a plan....

When you type “how to find keyword difficulty”, Google shows up a snippets box where you will quickly find the relevant information. Are you curious to know about how to get those Google’s featured snippet box for your blog or website content? Well, you are in the right place then. Google was built for users, not websites. If you keep that ONE statement in mind while creating content, you will have more chances of getting Google’s featured snippet box for your site....

Getting your blog noticed in the crowded niche is the primary key to success. If you are not focusing on creating a unique brand for your own blog, it will go nowhere. “If you build it, they will come” is the worst advice given by many people. If you are blindly following it without considering your audience, your blog will eventually die without capturing even a single sale. You should compile the phrase into “if you build it, they won’t come – you have to work very hard to build audience”....

In today’s day and age, social media has become an incredible tool for marketing your business and connecting with consumers. When we consider that 70% of Americans use social media, it’s easy to see why perfecting your social media presence is a key consideration for business owners. If you’re looking to grow your social media following, you’ve come to the right place. We’re shining a light on five easy steps that each and every business must take to grow their following....

Understand yourself better Having a wish to improve one’s career or being involved in a field you truly love requires a lot of self-development. Firstly, you must know where you are wrong. Once you are aware of your setbacks, you can work on yourself and see the positive changes happening in your life. It also doesn’t matter if you have decided to switch careers. Were you a teacher but suddenly want to work in research?...

Assessing your current situation, including your skills and qualifications Understanding the path of your desired career progression Deciding what steps you need to take to achieve your career goals Developing a career plan will allow you to regularly check that you are still on the right path, especially if your status, needs or wants change. Why Do You Need to Write a Career Plan? You may have all the intentions in the world to plan ahead for your career but until that plan is written down, it can be vague and easy to forget....

When the cars of these other writers break down at the side of the road, it’s fodder for ‘content’; my cars conking out means that I miss a meeting at the office or I get a call from a spouse crying beside the road. As such, I have a two-car garage filled with exactly that number of vehicles. There’s absolutely no tolerance around my parts for the ten to twenty cars that some of my colleagues here possess....

It is also vitally important as the average hotel room in America will set you back around $121.37. But it isn’t that hard at all if you know what you’re doing. In fact, by following these simple steps you can find nice cheap hotels that offer great value. Here’s how to save on hotels. 1. Clear Your Cookies and Browsing History The internet can seem like an all-knowing all-seeing invention....

Affiliate marketing is the surefire way to make passive income from online. But the sad truth about is affiliate marketing is that most people treat it as a get rich quick scheme, that’s why they fail to make money miserably. Let’s get into the details of how you can setup an affiliate website with ease. How to Easily Setup An Affiliate Marketing Website to Earn Huge Commission How to Easily Setup An Affiliate Marketing Website to Earn Huge Commission3 Successful Affiliate Marketing Websites Examples for Inspiration5 Factors That Will Determine Your Affiliate Website’s Success5 Steps to Set Up An Affiliate Marketing Website That Makes Money4 types of content that works best to get more affiliate salesSEO is Important for Building a Successful Affiliate Website5 Selling Tips That We Learned From 8 Years Of Affiliate MarketingFinal Thoughts...