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How many yachts or luxury boats are sold each year in the US? Looking for general stats or trends on yacht sales. How many yachts are sold each year (new and used) in the US?

Any Luxury cruise boats go north to where you can see aurora borealis? And would it make a difference in price? Yes Im plannign in advance for next winter. So far I havent seen anython on the olsen site for it is there a specific thing to look for?

What is thedifference between a yacht and a Luxury boat ? Would like to get some information world luxury boat industry.

Does California charge Luxury Tax on personal aircraft and boats ?

where can i buy those huuuuuge luxury boats? that measure more than 75 meters or so, maybe 100? just tell me please

What is the name of sean connery's luxury boat? Sean Connery was in port last week, in Croatia, there were 2 identical boats. One was his transport.

What is the best small boat, luxury cruise company touring the Galapagos? They need to offer snorkeling, hiking, great food and individual service, and a high naturalist-to-passenger ratio.

Are you in favor of a luxury tax on motorcycles and atv's? people that buy and own motorcycles and atv's have money, and a motorcycle and atv is concidered a luxury, an item people don't need. There is a luxury tax on boats of a certain size, and cigarettets are taxed cause they are considered harmful to your health, and maybe in the same way motorcycles and atv's are harmful to your health. We must raise taxes some way.

What are some good cruise boats?? Like the brands and models? I mean whats like the ferrari and lamborghini of cruise/luxury boats?

what does california charge for luxury tax on a boat? I recently boat a 1986 boat through a private owner and I know that there is a luxury tax involved in that. What is the precentage and how do they base that?

What is a good builder of cigarette boats? I need a good builder with luxury and fast cigarette boats. Absolute best builder.

Where can I find a luxury yatch for sale with luxury interiors that will leave you gasping for breath? I've just won the lottery!!!! and I want to buy my husband, who bought my ticket, and who dosent yet know, a supprise luxury yatch, he has spent 8 years of his life on the sea, and is an able seaman, something he and I have always wanted, well, him just a boat will do, but me, hmmm, I want to get him that kind of boat you never want to get off, the kind a multimillionairre should own. Now, where am I going to find such a gift? So, I want a luxury boat, luxury interiors, for sale, now, a luxury home on the sea.

Is there anybody know the custom duty for luxury sport boat import to UK and Ireland? I know the taric code is 8903929900. also i want to know how i can know the other European country's import custom duty.

where can i buy a luxury speed boat? I amm willing to pay anything and i would like a web address (NOT EBAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)

Do airports allow storage of private luxury jets? Also, do luxury yacht owners have to register with the city to have their boats at dock?

How many people in the US own power boats over 50'? Looking for the size of the market for boating accessories, especially in the luxury market.

Are there people who make their year around permanent residence on a boat, &what are the best boats for this? By "best boats” I really mean the most economical. Comfort is important too, but I'm not talking luxury here. My wife does like a 20 degree Celsius room temperature. It would be interesting to know more about those who chose to live on the directly on water anywhere in the world, but specifically North America. What kind of boat is used for this purpose most successfully? If you know of anyone living directly on the water, I would like to discuss the pros/cons of life on the water etc. I will be selling my home on the Canadian East Coast, and moving to the West coast. I love the water, but my current boat is too small for 2 people to eat/sleep/bathe etc. and its too cold here. Many harbours freeze over completely. I understand that doesn't happen on the Canadian West coast. What are the minimum boat and equipment requirements for 2 to live off the west coast of Canada and US? Could a person realistically roam the coves and islands of the Pacific Northwest with minimum dockage?

How do we free ourselves from the bondage of the credit/ money system? Wants and needs never end. There is a price on EVERYTHING and as you become wealthier everything seems to continue to increase in price..Luxury Homes, Boats,luxury Cars, Jewelry...How do you free yourself from the filthy grip of the credit/ money system?

What is the correct thing to do if you won 360 Million dollar lottery? a) Give it all back to the government? b) Give it to the Iraqi people for rebuilding their country? c) Give it all to your church/mosque/temple/cult? d) Spend it on hookers,drugs,fast cars, fast boats, luxury houses, and a pizza the size of Wrigley field?

With air traffic increasing isn't it time other transport was used as well? I mean can airports cope? Londons 4 airports seem to be ever expanding and heathrow is in chaos with only 45 seconds it between take offs and landings. surely other transport needs to be used to supplement our insatiable appetite for travel. Trans atlantic flights and western european flights are a prime of example where boats can be used. they should develop some new technology for fast luxury boats, like the infamous titanic was hinting at, which of course is an accident that would unlikely hapen today! sailing is cool man.

Who will pay the tax when Cap and Trade is implemented? What happens when government creates a tax that cannot be pushed onto consumers? Clue: Luxury boat tax. I have read Sowell's Economic Facts and Fallacies. I highly recommend it too.

how thick are boat walls on the lower decks of a luxury yacht? these are called bulkheads i believe. i would like to know the thickness of the interior partitions between the different rooms

What is a really good wakebording boat? I am looking for a 2008-2009 family friendly wakeboarding boat. Something like the Nautique Crossover 236. I want the boat to be able to hold a large amount of passengers such as 16+ passengers, and still be able to make great wakes. I want it like a luxury boat but a little sporty too(kinda like a 2009 yamaha). O yeah and something sleek! plz help i am so confused

If you think a "luxury bass boat" is a truck cab bolted to 2 pontoons, would that make you a redneck? Don't forget the 50 horse outboard!

Should I still go on a cruise to Haiti? I have a trip planned on a Royal Caribbean cruise line and one of the stops includes a day in Haiti. Maybe it's just me but it doesn't seem appropriate to go there given the recent events. I don't think I would feel comfortable arriving at a disaster zone in an over-sized luxury boat with a bunch of over-sized smug Americans on vacation. Am I wrong for thinking this and should I just go?......Thanks!

live life on the sea what luxury cruise liner can you do this on? you can a buy a house in it and it goes all over the world. i saw it on the travel chanel, it has stores and such inside it.what is this boat called i cant find it.

Can anyone give me info on the cost of running a boat? i am currently thinking of investing in a boat not a massive luxury boat just one with the basic living essentials, i am wondering if it would be cheaper than a mortgage

What do the filthy rich fantasize about? We talk at work when the lottery gets big about getting Corvettes,boats,houses,whores,luxury vacations.What do those that already have all this dream about?

what qualifications are needed to work on a motor yacht? I will be finishing school next year and i have this dream to work on a luxury motor boat as a crew member and i have been told i need my STCW 95 certificate to become a crew member. I would just love to work to serve people and meet the requirements!! I just would like to no what qualifications do i need to become a stewardess and what is the minimum age? would really appreciate some help thank you!!!!

If you were on a desert island what luxury item would you bring? btw you cant say a boat because thats cheating! :P Gawsh some people dont get the idea of luxory ya know..e.g. i'd bring an mp3 and no forms of transport

Whats the best Sydney Harbour cruises company? Looking for a luxury boat probably 30 metres or more long for an up-scale wedding. Prefer a classic motor cruiser from a reliable company. With good references.

any one know of a boat share scheme in Poole? I am not looking for a big luxury yatch, just maybe a day boat? or a cruiser of say 25 to 30 ft?

Ten percent tax on tanning salon visits? to begin on July 1st. Who will be next when the tanning salons go away as the luxury boat industry did when Carter imposed the luxury tax?

What is a good name for Rosie O'Donnell's new 121' luxury yacht? I was thinking maybe the S. S. Gravy Boat?

Does anybody know what the maximum allowable Width of a Boat is while berthing (docking) at a luxury port?

How would you design a logo for this sea cruise company? "Design a logo for a travel company operating luxury sea and river boat cruises. The name of the company, ARK, must be included in your design. In addition show how the logo might look on a luggage label or on a signboard at an embarkation point." ____________ How would you design your logo? What would you do?

why do so many attempt to escape from reality? everything from billionaires snorting lines in their luxury boat middle class workers enjoying weekends intoxicated with alcohol down to the junkie sucking up water on the street to fill a used syringe Is reality really that bad?

How do I get to "Infinitus 2010" without flying? As a lot of Harry Potter Fans know "Infinitus 2010" is the new Harry Potter conference that is opening in July 2010 in Orlando, Florida where the Harry Potter theme park is. I live in the U.K, and I have a phobia of flying. I just can't do it. I was wondering, is there any way I can get to Infinitus without flying? I know there are luxury cruises around America but are there any cheaper boats to get there? Any suggestion will be most appreciated. Thank you.

Abu Dhabi- What kind of Housing and Car allowance should I ask for? In California I drive a 2007 Lexus is 2007 fully loaded. What should my car allowance from my employer be, if I want to drive the same car in Abu Dhabi. I would like a 2bedroom 2 bath or 3 bedroom villa or apartment in very nice place. Luxury but not requiring helicopter or boat access only Luxury! :)

Suggestion on a 1 week cruise on the nile, then a week stay on the red sea in Egypt? i want a luxury boat for the week cruise with the chance to see all the historical sights, the second week i want somewhere quiet but with access to diving in the red sea, both have to be luxury. have a budget of £1300 each.

What is a mid-range Egypt tour operator? We can only find budget or luxury tours...? We are looking for an Egypt-Jordan tour, about 15 days, for next year. We've found either budget ones, such as Gap and Intrepid, or luxury ones, such as A&K or Tauck. Budget tours seem to pick crappy hotels and are uncomfortable sometimes (overnight boats with no restrooms, camping, etc.) and luxury tours can cost around $6000 for what we want. Do you know of any mid-range tour operators that can offer us a complete tour, ok hotels, including a short cruise down the Nile and Petra, for around $2000-$3000?

you have room for only 3 people on a boat after your luxury cruiseliner crashes and:? you will need to pick 2 others to save which two will it be? a buxom blonde female 34, with 2 candy bars a red head male 30 with a fishing pole a brunette female 6 with a packet of vegetable seeds a blonde male 23 a blonde female 39 lesbian with a hammer a red head male 18 with nails a raven haired male 82 with fishing net a raven haired female 13 with a broken leg and arm with two loaves of bread and a hen a brunette female 64 with 8 cases of canned meat and veggies you are also surrounded by 36 survivors heading to your boat and your boat has a hole that is letting in water

Why do so many blame rich people when they pay the taxes for us all? I'm always amazed when so many say the wealthy are getting all the tax breaks and how unfair the tax system is when in fact the top 5% of wage earners pay over 77% of ALL taxes paid Fed, State & local. How fair is that? The fact is the bottom 50% of wage earners pay nothing into the system at all ZERO. It seems like class envy to me. Why punish those who make industry work, who provide jobs to everyone. Not everyone can work for the government...some have to push the wagon rather than ride in the wagon. It reminds me when Clinton slapped a luxury boat tax to punish the evil rich..the results were a slump in the boating industry and many workers lost their jobs. The wealthy just waited it out..they didn't get hurt. We must a a nation become more business friendly..let's give creative people the tools, namely lower taxes on the MAKERS of jobs. BTW..I'm no where near rich..but I admire those who know how! Your thoughts please...

Why do people think raising taxes on the rich are good? http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/tax_refugees_staging_escape_from_qb4pItQ71UXIc0i6cd3UpK Especially when they move if the taxes get too high and they lose all that money coming in. I watch what happen to when the luxury tax went it and how it wipe out a company that made boats.

What are a list of magazines that wealthy people read? I am trying to find a list of magazines with this topics Oil/energy/petroleum Wine, Horses/equestrian, Boating,Flying (personal jets),Luxury vacations,Arts, Fashion – high end and Luxury cars so I can market a product to reach a wealthy audience. Thanks

i can tell you about inboard boats? after heaps of questions and heaps of answers.i haqve discovered that to put a petrol engine in a ski boat you need to maranize it.this means your exhaust manifolds have water running thru a jacket so you can put rubber tubing on to exhaust the gases.you need a fitting to put your carberetor straight up.(they dont like the lean on a ski boat)you need a bigger water pump to do the engine and the water jackets.you need your oil pan changed because of tighter engine mounting.you need a dog clutch to put in in gear.or you can start the boat with no clutch and off you go.the thing with inboards is the luxury of doing 100 miles an hour if thats what you like just get a bigger motor.i have had fishing boats and you can tilt the motor before putting on a sandbar.with a ski boat you cant

Luxury 4x4s... purpose? Can anyone tell me what the attraction is to luxury 4x4s, that are so pricey that the owners are hardly likely to take it 4WDing for fear of scratching it? I always thought 4x4s were meant for 4WDing or towing boats or for some other practical reason that an ordinary vehicle can't be utilized, now it seems like it's a (massive, vision-obstructing) fashion statement or status symbol or something! As a hotel porter/valet attendant I have driven many (like the Range Rovers, the BMWs, the Hummers, the Porsches etc) and I honestly cannot see the attraction - they're terribly difficult to navigate (through car parks, admittedly), they're difficult to see out of (people behind the car etc) and I feel like I'm driving a massive big tank! I am being serious though, although I would never own one myself, I am curious as to what the benefits are and why people actually buy them? No 'it's for the children' arguments please. Who knows your answer might convert me.. Sorry I should be more specific. I live on the gold coast so I'm more talking about cities and climates where snow (and weather in general) isn't a real factor. I can't locate them right now, but I have read, and can guarantee, there are reports which compare 4x4s and sedans which rate the safety features of 4x4s as equal to, if not less than, sedans. Unfortunately this doesn't seem to change the mindset of many 4WDers who like to charge up behind my little pulsar hatch and scare the crap out of me! =] Another thing I don't understand - why is it a status symbol? Because it's big, expensive and shiny? I'd rather a ferrari over an SUV / luxury 4x4 any day (although a status symbol, it's still a sweet car to drive, unlike the enormous SUVs)

Is it possible to charter a small boat in Mauritius? Hello everyone, I have a boating permit and was wondering if there is a company in Mauritius where you can rent a boat (with cabin) for a few days (just to cruise around the lagoon, go snorkelling, and so on). Looking for small boat with a cabin and cooking facilities, not a luxury yacht with a crew. Budget 800 euros max.

intro economics help, one question about tax? In 1991 Congress imposed a 10% luxury tax on luxury boats, paid by boat producers. Because of the uproar from producers and consumers, the tax was repealed in 1993. The tax imposed by Congress first: A. increased supply, decreasing the price of boats and increasing quantity sold, but then decreased supply, increasing its price and decreasing quantity sold. B. increased supply, increasing the price of boats and decreasing quantity sold, but then decreased supply, decreasing its price and increasing quantity sold. C. lowered supply, increasing the price of boats and reducing quantity sold, but then increased supply, decreasing its price and increasing quantity sold. D. lowered supply, decreasing the price of boats and increasing quantity sold, but then increased supply, increasing its price and decreasing quantity sold. could u also please explain to me why the answer is so?

Does any know this tune from luxe.tv yacth programme ? The song sounds like tangerine dreams song but im not sure what it is. It was on the bennetti yacht part of the half hour show on luxury boats

Which of the assets are most likely to be good collateral? Which are likely to be bad collateral? Suppose that you are a banker responsible for approving corporate loan. 9 firms are seeking secured loans. They offer the following assets as collateral: a.Firm A, a refiner offers a storage tank full of jet fuel. b.Firm B, a wine wholesaler offers 1,000 cases of Beaujolais Nouveau, located in a warehouse c.Firm C, a stationer, offers an Accounts Receivable for office supplies sold to the city of Bordeaux d.Firm D, a bookstore, offers its entire inventory of 15,000 used books e.Firm E, wholesale grocer, offers 20,000 kilos of bananas f.Firm F, a retail chain, offers its inventory of television sets g.Firm G, a jeweler, offers 100 ounces of gold h.Firm H, securities dealer, offers its portfolio of French Government Bonds i.Firm I, a boat builder, offers a half completed luxury yacht. The yacht will take four months more to complete. Which of the assets are most likely to be good collateral? Which are likely to be bad collateral? Please explain thoroughly.

Popular luxury yachts? What are some popular manufacturers and models of luxury yachts? What is a typical size and sticker price for a luxury yacht? (I'm not looking to buy a boat, this is for research purposes).

I can't remember the name of a song? I can remember what the film clip is though hahaha. It is this really goofy looking guy and he is on the beach. A luxury boat or something is near by and he gets called up onto it by a hot lady. He ends up in a spa with three or four georgous girls. But he wakes up to find his dog licking his face in the end of it all? Please help, It's a techno sort of dance song. It's probably a few years old now i think..

What should me and my boyfriend do for prom? Ok, we don't just want a crappie meal and movies or bowlin etc, we want it more special than that... I was thinking go on a break somewhere but it's pretty hard thinking of what type of holiday breaks there is, I've thought of a few, chill on a boat for a few days somewhere nice, or a luxury cottage with a pool! I hope ya feelin my drift, any more ideas please? Thanks peeps, laters x

Confused about excise taxes...? My microeconomics textbook states that instead of charging $70,000 upon the imposing of an excise tax of $10,000 on luxury boats that were originally $60,000, the equilibrium price is 65,000. Why would this be? Is this 65,000 including the excise tax, implying that luxury boats actually sold at 55,000 (which is not shown on supply and demand curve)?

Are Luxury Houseboats Popular or common in the UK & Ireland? Do any of the Yahoo Uk or Ireland Community reside on houseboats (not boat-houses, there is a big difference here) and if yes, what types do you live on and how do you like living on the water? The big advantage in living on a houseboat is that you never have to worry about flooding! Are there any houseboat communities there and if so, where? Any links you can provide me with will be appreciated. Thank you Fire'n'Ice

I am in the UK and needing to get to New Zealand, I am not able to fly and don't have a lot of cash? I am in England and my son is in New Zealand. I am ill which prevents me from being allowed to fly. I would really like to visit my son, but the prices I have been quoted to travel by boat are more like what I would expect to pay for a luxury cruise! I would like to know if anyone knows of a freight boat that won't cost a fortune.

What does "rollup" mean? For example, in recent years, we have advised the Permira Funds on investments involving: the rollup of 7 luxury boat companies globally

the royal family (england)? why are old age pensioners so obsessed with the royal family?i think they do nothing for the country just drain us tax payers wages and do nowt with it but buy luxury boats planes and cars ud think they would do a bit more and invite some poor little orphans for a ride in thier jumbo that i paid for or get a real job instead of being given a rank in the army

True or False Economics Questions? 1. Adjusting the concentration of sweet versus sour enabled rats to have a large negative income effect for sour water. T/F? 2. A Sales tax on large luxury boats will impact the buyers more than the sellers of these boats; causing the buyers to pay more than half the cost of the sales tax. T/F? 3. If each seller knew all sellers unit costs and each buyer knew all buyers unit values, a buyer or seller would be able to calculate the competitive equilibrium price before an experiment began. T/F? 4. In the voters' Paradox, majority preferences are intransitive, but individual voter preferences are fully transitive. T/F?

How's this for a change? WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. agents arrested about 195 people in more than a dozen states in a crackdown on illegal immigrants involving a maintenance business for theme restaurants like Hard Rock Cafe, officials said on Thursday. ADVERTISEMENT The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency also charged three individuals who operated the company with failing to pay more than $18.6 million in federal employment taxes and for hiding the profits which were later used to buy luxury boats, homes and racehorses. The immigration agency unsealed a 23-count indictment against three Florida residents who operated the business, Rosenbaum-Cunningham International Inc., for harboring illegal immigrants, tax evasion and conspiracy. The firm provided cleaning and maintenance services to popular hospitality venues and restaurants like Hard Rock Cafe, ESPN Zone and House Of Blues, taking in more than $54.3 million between 2001 and 2005, the immigration service said. "Employers who brazenly violate our immigration laws will be held accountable for their illicit actions," Julie Myers, assistant secretary of homeland security in charge the immigration agency, said in a statement. Officials arrested about 195 people in 17 states and the District of Columbia for violations of immigration status. A message on an answering machine for the Florida business said it had ceased operations as of Thursday. The government said its investigation was ongoing. The Bush administration and Congress have been trying to draft legislation aimed at dealing with the flow of illegal immigrants into the United States and the roughly 12 million already in the country.

Will targeting big business stop illegal immigration? If so, should we get busy with the reporting? http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070222/us_nm/usa_immigration_arrests_dc WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. agents arrested about 195 people in more than a dozen states in a crackdown on illegal immigrants involving a maintenance business for theme restaurants like Hard Rock Cafe, officials said on Thursday.The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency also charged three individuals who operated the company with failing to pay more than $18.6 million in federal employment taxes and for hiding the profits which were later used to buy luxury boats, homes and racehorses. The immigration agency unsealed a 23-count indictment against three Florida residents who operated the business, Rosenbaum - Cunningham International Inc., for harboring illegal immigrants, tax evasion and conspiracy. "Employers who brazenly violate our immigration laws will be held accountable for their illicit actions," Julie Myers, assistant secretary of homeland security in charge the immigration agency, said in a statement.

Any financially struggling average Republicans out there? Republicans are mainly thought of as the wealthy and rich. The middle-income average Republican tend to have a few savings/money market accounts and live with nicer luxuries, and can afford to 'play'-vacations, quads, boats, etc. Are there any struggling Republican average Americans out there? And I mean, living paycheck to paycheck, struggling to fill the gas tank, buy groceries, get the kids new sneakers, no money for any luxuries? Living just over the poverty lines? What state are you in? Just out of curiosity.

What are the most widely circulated Boat/yacht magazines in the UK and/or Europe? (best for a sales ad)? What boat magazine is most popular in Britain for selling a luxury yacht

Is it possible to go to Mexico and South America by boat? I'm planning to visit Mexico and South America and would like to avoid traveling by airplane if possible. Is there a way to go to these countries by sea? I know there are luxury cruises that go to the Caribbean. I guess I'm thinking of something a bit less frills, just a means of transportation. Haven't found anything so far. Any tips?

Was George Mitchell wrong when he supported the luxury tax back in the 90's ? Back in the hot summer of 1990, Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell proudly engineered the infamous "luxury tax," a nasty little tithe on everything from furs to jewelry to yachts. Democrats were proud: Not only were they throwing new dollars at the Treasury, they'd done it by socking it to the rich. The wealthy, in the words of then-House Majority Leader Dick Gephardt, would finally pay "their fair share." Within a year, Mr. Mitchell was back in the Senate passionately demanding an end to the same dreaded luxury tax. The levy had devastated his home state of Maine's boat-building business, throwing yard workers, managers and salesmen out of jobs. http://www.opinionjournal.com/columnists/kstrasselpw/?id=110010422

What would you do if you were in my shoes? Again,I need your wise help.I've been offered a job as a switchboard operator in a 5 luxury star hotel in Venice.Actually,it's a hotel in a lonely island in front of Saint Mark square.The hotel is the only building in the island but there's a free boat-shuttle service from and to the island to Saint Mark square.The job itself sounds quite interesting and it's a way to use my English too. The only problem is that since I don't live there nor nearby,they can put me up in a shared accomodation with one or two other people. Unfortunately,the last time I shared an accommodation with somebody,it was a tragic experience and I wouldn't want it to happen again.What should I do?If you were me,would you accept it or not? Any suggestion will be highly appreciated and please,tell me if you think my English is good.

What is a really good wakebording boat? What is a really good wakebording boat? I am looking for a 2008-2009 family friendly wakeboarding boat. Something like the Nautique Crossover 236. I want the boat to be able to hold a large amount of passengers such as 14-16 passengers, and still be able to make great wakes. I want it like a luxury boat but a little sporty too(kinda like a 2009 yamaha). O yeah and something sleek! plz help i am so confused

Where is the best place to buy fresh seafood inland? Wondering what the best options are for shrimp, crab, lobster and fresh fish. The frozen bags at Kroger and Wal-Mart are real popular and cheap but they never really taste as fresh as a seafood restaurant's seafood. Am I supposed to get the fesh stuff from behind the seafood counter? I hear even most of that is frozen. Am I supposed to import it from private companies? On the gulf coast I know you can buy it right off the boats but while living in the midwest, you don't get that luxury. What is the next best thing?

Do people with Luxury & SUV car notes are basically in the same boat as the bad sub-prime mortgage people? Most owe more than their gas guzzlers are worth, can't afford to drive them and can't sell them. That's a direct result of car dealers burying them further by tacking on their payoff trade-in balance due onto the new loan. J.B., they will only bail you out if you're the Ferrari dealer or one of the top CEOs of the huge companies that went broke...apparently they're the only ones who get the bailouts and bonuses (Golden Parachutes). Us "common people" just get screwed. Gas prices are "MAGICALLY" cheaper these next 2 weeks because there's an election going on. Haven't you ever noticed this ODD pattern?

if you were stranded on a deserted island what 5 luxury items would you want with you? 5 luxury items with the key being it has to be an luxury item not a survival tool like a knife, lighter, magnifying glass, water, boat, cell phone, fishing pole, a companion or anything like that. Luxury things like Blanket, pillow, toothbrush, Solar power vidoe Ipod, Books(no survival books though), pictures, volleyball. You are on this island by yourself, no real hope of rescue, and your gonna spend the rest of your life on this island, what items will make the rest of your life on this island a little bit more managable? What part of no survival tools do people not understand. You can have a solar power laptop but no internet. No matches or fridge of food or shovel. Nothing that will help you physically survive. My list would be: 1 Video camera to document my life 2 Solar Power Video Ipod loaded with my favorite music and movies to past the time 3 Liquor again to past the time 4 Pillow 5 Photo album with pictures of friends and family

I have to make a speech tomorrow but Im worried about how the class will respond to my subject? I wrote about the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff. 9000 people died and they were all Germans and this was during WWII. I’m not sure how they will respond; they’ll either mourn the loss of life or think that I’m some kind of Nazi sympathizer, which I’m not. If you have the time could you just glance over it and tell me your feelings towards it. Thanks. January 1945. The Reich is crumbling. Soviets press into East Prussia, tales of brutality, torture, and death precede them striking fear and panic in the countless refugees fleeing to the West. Explosions and screams fill the roads to Danzig. Russian planes fly overhead, like raptors they strike at their prey dropping bombs onto the icy terrain, blasting holes into the canvas of despondent German citizens. In Danzig, waits their only hope, the Wilhelm Gustloff, the flagship of the Kdf’s (kraft durch freude) strength through joy program. At one time it was a luxury ship that provided affordable travel for German soldiers. During WWII it was transformed into a hospital ship then later into a navy barracks. Now a bleak gray paint covers its once gleaming, ivory walls. It is no longer a symbol of strength or joy but one of despair and loss. Throngs of people cram the docks. SS Storm troopers scour the crowds looking for any able-bodied men, as young as 15, to fight on the front and defend their crippled country; its mostly women, children, and wounded soldiers now who try to gain passage. As the ship readies to sail frantic mothers hand off their children to strangers lucky enough to board. Frenzied people try to gain access at any cost. The Wilhelm Gustloff is ill ready to make passage. It’s engines haven’t been used in four years, many of its original lifeboats are missing and it only has a maximum capacity of 1,880 passengers and crew, when it left the docks on January 30 it held over 10,000 people. Below deck each passenger is crammed into every space available. They can’t stay on the decks, it is about 0 degrees Fahrenheit the cold, harsh winds of the Baltic make it impossible. They are required to wear life jackets at all times which many ignore. The ship cannot handle so many people and the plumbing clogs making a bad situation even worse. Food is offered to those who can stomach it. But most just wait and prey hoping to make it to mainland Germany alive. On the bridge four captains plan and argue about possible routes to take. Originally the Wilhelm Gustloff was to have three escorts two torpedo ships and the Hansa, another cruise ship carrying thousands. But one torpedo boat and the Hansa experience problems and can’t continue leaving the Gustloff almost defenseless. Later in the evening the captains are informed that a German minesweeper is heading in their direction. The senior captain, Friedrich Petersen, decides to turn on the ships lights in order to avoid a collision making the Wilhelm Gustloff easy to see in the dark. The Russian submarine S-13 makes its way into the Baltic and easily spots the shining cruise ship. It was now after 8 pm and Hitler’s voice booms from the radio. His celebratory speech of the 12th anniversary of the Nazi rise to power echoes through the corridors. Some feel comforted and hopeful while others cynical and revolted. Shortly after three torpedoes strike the side of the Wilhelm Gustloff. In a hurry the captains seal the watertight doors sealing in many off- duty officers, officers who were trained in emergency procedures. Thousands of people storm the decks of the ship. They frantically claw at the frozen davits holding the lifeboats; they manage to free some. A few officers try to keep order but fail. Children are pushed out of the way and into the freezing Baltic. Some lifeboats are lowered but people crowd them and fight most smash into the sea sending passengers into the icy waters and crushing some. The once powerful and glorious cruise ship sinks in less than 45 minutes. Thousands of people are left in the bitter waters of the Baltic. They try to stay above water grasping onto anything or anyone. Many of the children are spared an almost certain death of hypothermia. The life vests they are wearing are meant for adult bodies they are turned upside down and drown. Ships receive an SOS and move to save the thousands who are now stranded in the unforgiving sea. The remaining survivors are hopeful they see the lights of other ships moving towards them. They’re saved. Then in a moment their hope turns into hopelessness the ships leave and return to safer waters. They fear attack and retreat. But there are several who stay to rescue those they can. Out of over 10,000 passengers only 1000 are saved. Over 9000 people died as a result of the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff. It is the single greatest maritime disaster in history not just because of the tremendous loss of life but also because it is an unknown disaster largely ignored by the pages of history. But this doesn’t make it less real. These were real people who lived, suffered and died because of a war they did not start and events they had no control over. They were not rich, or privileged, or powerful by any means, they had nothing except a desire to live. I want you to remember them and their story. They may have been citizens of an enemy state but that doesn’t make them less human, less like us. All of us are alike we have the same desires and dreams, we all hope and love. And all of us are affected by tragedy no matter how great or small.

So Why Did Pirates Bury Treasure? could they not spend the money? maybe buy a luxury boat, sort out that stupid eye infection instead of using a patch, and sort out the weird parrot infestation they kepy getting

what to do about people that rort the system.? I know of these people they pretend to be of pure caring and consciencness but I have been told by someone that used to be in their employ that their motives are less than humanitarian and they are getting government support to build there industry, these people run a disability service for the disabled and act like their doing it for the residence but I have heard from a reliable source that they use the disabled in their care to profit themselves ie buying properties to house them in with government funding and then useing the disabled to do duties around the properties like cleaning it and minor upkeep. Now this friend who worked for them said he could no longer tollerate the conditions of which they work their staff under having to watch these disabled folk do all the work while the boss sits in his office making the staff take paycuts while they cry poor. Meanwhile they are millionairs spending the subsidies on luxury boats and other luxury items, who can a person advise as to their less than honourable actions

Whats the maximum length for a boat before you cant tow it on a trailer? I live in the state of Maryland. Me and my girlfriend are planning to build a 30 foot luxury boat and it stands about 10 feet from the undercarriage floor to the roof of the captain cabinet. Is this to big to tow on a trailer? I do not have a shipyard close to me. Plus the ramp is about 15 minutes from my house. So i wouldn't have to tow it far. Plus all the roads around here are double leaned and mostly highway. i think theres like 3 lights from here to there.

Watch out for spyware planting trolls?!? watch out for answers that say "watch this video" it will explain everything. I clicked on an answer like this and now my computer has been completely taken over by a spyware program that i dont think i can remove. i can no longer surf the web, because of the spyware program that was planted in my computer when i clicked on the bleeping link. Now it just takes me to all kinds of bizarre websites selling everything from luxury boats to time shares. WATCH OUT for these "marketeers"! There is no one to report because by the time you figure out who planted the spyware, when you go back to their answer they are long gone.

Which of the following would you consider to be a luxury? 1. a paycheck 2. 14kt gold toothpick 3. leisure boat 4. a savings bank account 5. RV or camper 6. an electric blanket 7. yard Gnomes 8. chocolate truffles 9. 141 TV channels (or more) 10. Yahoo merchandise,for free More than one answer is cool...=) thanx~

What good does taxing the rich do? I just don't understand how Obama can't see the repercussions for taxing the rich. Do you remember a few years ago when the Luxury Tax was passed? This put high taxes on items such as yachts, planes, luxury cars, etc. And what happened? The wealthy still bought them, they just cut back on other things. Like firing their boat washers, putting their pilots on call, not paying them full time. When the wealthiest are taxed higher, the ones who pay the price are the lower classes. See my point?

Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands tour My husband and I would like to travel to Ecuador and then take a boat/yacht to tour the Galapagos Islands in February. We have no idea which boat company would be best. We would like either a "First Class" or "Luxury" boat, but not a cruise boat for our tour. Would it be best to go through a travel agent for this? Any suggestions? Thanks!

Why have car manufacturers never installed compasses as standard equipment on cars? This is the most basic and simple navigation tool since the dawn of time. Boat manufacturers install them as standard equipment, why not car manufacturers? I know you can get them as 'luxury' items, as digital compasses. I am aware that you can't put compasses too close to the dash, due to EM interference; however, compasses work fine when stuck on the winshield or near the sunvisor. Every car I've had, I've gone out and bought a compass for. This should not be necessary. People are so lazy today, they can't even look at a paper map. Also, they pay $5000 for a talking gps display when you can get a handheld gps for under $100. Microsoft Streets makes a gps receiver and software you can plug into your laptop or pda for under $100, and it talks too. Why are people and car makers so navigationally lazy? Your thoughts?

What are some great careers that provide what I call the "upper class lifestyle"? Such as: Great home (beautiful house), nice car (luxury to sports car), possibility to eat fancy food (at home or restaurant), own a Harley, own a fishing boat (cruise boat is not bad either), luxury items (misc.), live in a beautiful neighborhood... anything along those lines.

What is it with this whole race issue? I have seen people constantly arguing about whether or not "illegal" immigration has anything to do with race. It does not. The real issue here is classism, the poor are kept down by the rich who only get richer. The whole hate against "illegals" is just a plot by the rich to get the poor working class individuals to hate each other even more. We are all struggling to stay on the same little boat and it's sinking while they ride in their luxury liners. Whether you are legal or illegal, brown, white, yellow, red, you have to realize that all these issues of "illegals" and race is just a way to keep you under the tight control of the rich. That's my opinion. It has always been the rich who oppress. The rich spaniards who funded the genocide of the indigenous people of Mexico, central and south america. The rich europeans who funded the genocide of the apache, the kiowas, the cherokees, etc. The rich Americans who continued that genocide. The rich Germans who eradicated the jews.

what would you take to a desert island? just one thing- well assumne you have everything you need for basic survival, so this would be a luxury. and no answers like ' a boat making kit' cos thats cheatin!!

pretend heart attack....how funny is this? Although this married couple enjoyed their luxury fishing boat together, it was the husband who was always behind the wheel operating the boat. He was concerned about what might happen in an emergency. So one day out on the lake he suddenly said to his wife, "Ok honey, this is a drill. Pretend that I am having a heart attack. You must get the boat safely to shore." She was initially surprised and flustered, but she soon settled down and was able to safely drive the boat to shore. Later that evening, the wife walked into the living room where her husband was watching television. She sat down next to him, grabbed the remote control, switched the channel, and said to him, "OK honey, this is a drill. Pretend I'm having a heart attack. You must set the table, cook dinner, and wash the dishes."

Is it possible to rent a house-boat in the backwaters for 1 week but a small and simple one.? whith its captain of course. What i can find on the web are only luxury and expensives offers. They also are for very short trips. i am interested by all the places in the Kerala

What were the Howells and Ginger doing on the SS Minnow anyway? The Howells and Ginger were obviously wealthy. Why would they charter out a tiny, badly overloaded boat on their glamorous tropical vacation. These people charter luxury yachts not 25-foot fishing boats. The professor and Mary-Ann are SS Minnow-type clients. Their typical tropical vacation would probably include a 3-hour tour on an older model fishing boat. The Howells and Ginger would most likely be chartering a 100' yacht with servants, caviar and champagne.

Marriage drills.... be prepared? Although this married couple enjoyed their luxury fishing boat together, it was the husband who was always behind the wheel operating the boat. He was concerned about what might happen in an emergency. So one day out on the lake he suddenly said to his wife, "Ok honey, this is a drill. Pretend that I am having a heart attack. You must get the boat safely to shore." She was initially surprised and flustered, but she soon settled down and was able to safely drive the boat to shore. Later that evening, the wife walked into the living room where her husband was watching television. She sat down next to him, grabbed the remote control, switched the channel, and said to him, "OK honey, this is a drill. Pretend I'm having a heart attack. You must set the table, cook dinner, and wash the dishes."

This millionaire holds a huge party for all his employees on luxury cruise liner, just of the shore.? Everyone was drinking & dancing,having a good time. ...all except for the millionare. Money was not buying him the happiness he expected. Out of frustration ,he grabs the microphone. "The first one to swim to shore gets anything they want!" "You name it you got it!" He was really looking forward to who was gonna jump in as he knew that the area was populated with great white sharks. A moment of silence.. The everybody went back to the drinking & dancing. The guy sighed ....then suddenly a man jumps into the freezing water and races to shor with unbelievable speed. The millionaire is impressed & gets to shore on his speed boat. The man,dripping wet, is on all fours, panting like an old dog. The millionaire offers the guy 50 million. The guy shakes his head The millionaire offers the guy 100 million Guy shakes his head "Then what do you want?" asks the millionaire The man replied "I want that f#ker who pushed me into the damn water!!

Traveling from Pakistan to Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore? Hi there Guys I desperately need your help! I and a friend of mine are planning to travel to THREE Asian countries that are Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, we will be flying from Pakistan. Getting the air tickets and hotel reservations from Pakistan isn't a problem but the real thing is in travel in all three countries while having low budget but at the same time having awesome site seeing and experiencing the best cultural exposure. I heard that I can also travel from Malaysia to Singapore and Thailand by train, by boat and by road, is it true? if it is then how much is the expense for that? What about the stay? my travel agent is giving me the prices for 3 star hotels that seems a bit too much, how I can lower my hotel expense while having stay at reasonable places that are good and secure. It isnt a backpack type of trip but at the same time not a luxury trip either. Help me please. We are thinking to leave in Mid of April.

Would you take an airship? It's always kind of been my dream to start up a zeppelin air service. I would paint them to look like boats that fly through the air and offer luxury air service to different stop and cities in Texas cause that's where I live. Delicious foods and duty free shopping. Would you be seeing this kind of Airboat service offered? Would you choose to fly in an airboat if comparable to an airplane ride? Sorry I mean if the price was comparable to an airline ticket?

I need to know the weight of a boat trailer. I just bought a 1988 poer play luxury sport Powr play boat with the original trailer. The DMV needs to know the exact wt. Dose anyone know the wt. or where to find it. On the tital the make is P P and the model is 1axl and body style is TR, if that helps. Anay help at all woule be great. Thank you

Luxury yacht? Hi,folks, Hope you're all having a good-ish day.... In the event that you won a few million on the lottery next week (and I hope you do),and you bought a big boat to stooge around the Mediterranean in (holding the occasional wild party,as you do),what would you call the boat? The reason I ask is that last week I saw one called 'Breaking wind'- Good name,but I wouldn't want to sit next to the owner for too long......

marketing in japan? can anyone tell me the aspects of economic,socio-cultural,and legal environments that one should consider when wanting to enter the luxury boating industry in japan(sell them in japan)

If I borrowed money to "Help" you, and made you make the payments, would you be Stimulated Economically? This has to be the stumpiest idea that has come out of the minds of Politicians since the now famous "Luxury Boat Tax"./ The government wants to borrow 850 billion from the Chinese and give it away to people in the form of Tax-Breaks....to, and GET THIS Stimulate the economy. In other words "BORROW" our way into prosperity! In the History of the world this has NEVER worked...period! Oh BTW, the Repayment of the Prosperity Loan is being Re-Paid by the very people it's supposed to help. This isn't even Tax & Spend...........it's Borrow, give-away & tax later When will we learn the Government has NO money...other than what we give it. When will we learn? Pluto: My credit card balance is ZERO as it always is, I have BOA, CITI, AMEX, Chase, JUNY and a dozen store cards, I always pay in full before the statement cuts...per on line What does that have anything do do with my question

Help with name of a movie? Okay, so t was about a luxury boat that was leaving from Europe. Mostly rich people were on it, including the main character who was with her rich family. A lower class boy and his french friend, or maybe Itallian got on and the poor boy fell in love with the rich girl and stole her from her fiance, and her rich family disapproved. Then, the boat hit a rock and startred to sink, and it like took the whole last half of the movie and everyone was scrambling around. The rich girl and poor boy got on a piece of wood, well she did, but he had to hang off the side, but the water was too cold and he froze, and then they showed him sink in the water, and she was crying. Please help, I've been trying to think of it like for two days!

Luxury items in South Africa? If I give you R7,000,000 which you HAVE to spend on an extravagant MOVABLE item or collection, not a car or bike or boat, what would you buy. It can be only one thing and you have to spend the total amount of money. It must be something you really want ? I'm asking this because someone is going to pay 7mil for a 1970's piano of Elton John I would probably spend it on a Michael Schumacher Collection

Is it normal for a husband and wife to keep their income and assets separate from one another?? My relatives husband kept everything separate from her since she did not come from money he kept all bank accounts boats luxury cars separate from her. Her income only afforded her a non-luxury vehicle. All keys to the beach house,boat,sports cars were off limit to her. He treated her good & gave her everything she needed yet was only allowed access to the extravagant things only when he was present.They lived in a huge Hawaiian mansion yet there were some locked rooms in which she was not allowed to enter.They usually worked same office hours but she came home early while he was still in his office in the city.She busted the locks to the off limit secret rooms and found studios for playboy photo shoots.As soon as she found out that he was also a playboy photographer(with her strict godly moral upbringing)she divorced him.My husband is similar.Im happy with my own income & car yet Im not allowed access to his accounts & mercedes & Italian imported clothing & cologne he buys from Paris