http://www.artipot.com/authors/11950/dan-williams/ Latest articles by Dan Williams from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/476756/covered-call-writing-for-the-rest-of-us.htm It is amazing to me that not many retail investors understand the concept of generating cash flow from their stock positions. When I tell people that I utilize covered calls to generate extra income, hedge my stock positions, and set strict sell disciplines they look at me like I am crazy. I was introduced to the concept from a stockbroker. The idea of writing covered calls... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:17:25 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/476756/covered-call-writing-for-the-rest-of-us.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/465777/why-i-hate-cell-phones.htm Are you sure that you really want to be available for everyone to call you 24 hours a day? I know I do not. I will never forget when the power company called to pitch me their new averaging payment plan while I was standing at the copier at work! I was so mad. As the cliche goes; the more you make yourself available, the more available everyone will expect you to be. People... Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:00:03 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/465777/why-i-hate-cell-phones.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/418021/the-secret-of-menorca.htm The islands of Mallorca and Menorca sit as close neighbours in the Mediterranean just a few miles apart and both making claims as attractive holiday destinations Certainly Mallorca has plenty to offer and has been a favourite destination for English and German tourists for many years now Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:23:42 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/418021/the-secret-of-menorca.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/416330/malta-a-unique-island-in-the-mediterranean.htm The island of Malta, situated between Sicily at the foot of Italy and Tunisia on the North African coast, is unique in terms of its history, culture and nationality Unlike Crete, which is part of Greece, Sardinia which is part of Italy, Corsica which is French and Mallorca which is Spanish, Malta is an independent Republic Wed, 19 Aug 2009 04:30:45 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/416330/malta-a-unique-island-in-the-mediterranean.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/413490/intriguing-malta.htm The Island of Malta has had an interesting past and is still an interesting place to visit, with more and more people choosing it over the traditional Mediterranean resorts Eclectic is a word you will find in most descriptions of this small Mediterranean island, with it usually referring to the mix of cultures that gives this island its unusual identity Fri, 14 Aug 2009 21:37:46 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/413490/intriguing-malta.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/413489/new-golf-holiday-destinations.htm The idea of golfing holidays is not a new one and in fact many destinations have built a healthy tourist trade providing for the needs of the golfer on vacation Typically it was the resorts of southern Spain and Portugal that held all the cards when it came to attracting golfers but that may be changing with alternative destinations working hard to catch up Fri, 14 Aug 2009 21:30:48 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/413489/new-golf-holiday-destinations.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/408319/relax-on-a-turkish-blue-cruise.htm When most people think of cruise ships they imagine huge ocean going liners equipped with all kinds of luxuries where guests are treated to five-star service as they are journeyed around the oceans, stopping over at busy resorts to disembark for sightseeing trips and excursions Cruising is still a very popular activity, particularly for older generations, who in some cases... Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:37:44 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/408319/relax-on-a-turkish-blue-cruise.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/387143/top-ten-greek-islands.htm The Greek islands form one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Europe Over 1400 separate islands are spread across the Ionian, Aegean and Mediterranean Seas and make up a fifth of the land mass of Greece Sat, 11 Jul 2009 10:44:25 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/387143/top-ten-greek-islands.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/387141/zakynthos-the-pick-of-the-ionian-islands.htm There are over 2000 Greek islands in total that lie in the Ionian Sea on the west of the mainland, though the south past Crete and into the Aegean Sea to the east Despite all these islands around a third of the country's population lies I the city of Athens and around 10 per cent live on the various islands Sat, 11 Jul 2009 10:37:22 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/387141/zakynthos-the-pick-of-the-ionian-islands.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/387139/the-best-features-of-gran-canaria.htm A holiday to Gran Canaria can easily be justified on the weather alone Its year-round mild climate make a trip there worthwhile at any time and during the cold winters of Europe it's even more attractive Sat, 11 Jul 2009 10:30:28 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/387139/the-best-features-of-gran-canaria.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/358166/wonders-of-the-canadian-rockies.htm What a wonderful place to experience the great outdoors The Canadian Rockies stretch for over 800 miles from the Waterton National Park in the south right up to Boya Lake Provincial Park in the North Tue, 26 May 2009 17:07:30 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/358166/wonders-of-the-canadian-rockies.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/346011/flying-to-cyprus.htm The island of Cyprus has been a popular destination for visitors from the UK for many years and flights to the island are now using either Paphos or Larnanca airport as their destination British Airways has had a significant presence at Larnanca for many years, with it serving as a maintenance base and also because British Airways was a major shareholder of Cyprus Airways... Sun, 10 May 2009 18:56:39 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/346011/flying-to-cyprus.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/336323/sharm-el-sheikh-a-winter-sun-destination.htm When it comes to selecting a destination for a winter break there may be many things to consider but really only two things matter: sunshine and warm temperatures Of course a nice beach, decent scenery, fantastic restaurants, perhaps a bit of history and culture will add value but with warm weather most destinations can write of their chances Fri, 24 Apr 2009 03:57:36 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/336323/sharm-el-sheikh-a-winter-sun-destination.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/334364/features-and-facts-about-tenerife.htm The Island of Tenerife, the largest in the group of the Canary Islands, has made its own fortune based on it main assets of climate, culture, history and geography The island, which is part of Spain but is located much closer to the west coast of north Africa, is a mix of volcanic mountain terrain and spectacular coastlines blessed with year-round mild weather and sunshine Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:29:43 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/334364/features-and-facts-about-tenerife.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/332618/stay-at-home-tourism-unlikely-to-satisfy.htm Reading the reports about the dramatic shifts in holiday trends you might expect "stay at home tourism" to be about to take off in a big way In the UK the devaluation of the British pound against the Euro has seen many people opting to take holidays in the UK this year Sun, 19 Apr 2009 13:57:31 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/332618/stay-at-home-tourism-unlikely-to-satisfy.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/332616/reinvention-on-tenerife-to-restore-tourist-volumes.htm The main Canary Islands of Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria have enjoyed many years of buoyant tourist numbers, boosted by a number of factors that placed the islands in an almost unique sweet spot as far a the ideal travel destination is concerned The islands benefit hugely from their climate, which bestows on them mild and sunny weather for most of the year Sun, 19 Apr 2009 13:50:22 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/332616/reinvention-on-tenerife-to-restore-tourist-volumes.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/332352/your-dream-holiday-on-crete.htm Across the Aegean there are many dream holiday islands to choose from, but for many holidaymakers the largest of the Greek islands, Crete, still retains unique factors that set it apart from the others As you examine the vacation possibilities on Crete you will be spoilt for choice with a vast selection of luxury hotels and villas Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:43:16 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/332352/your-dream-holiday-on-crete.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/332351/how-lanzarote-became-the-island-it-is-today.htm Visitors to Lanzarote, the second biggest of the main Canary Islands, may be forgiven for thinking that the island has been a holiday destination for many years, but the reality is very different Until as recently as 1980 the island was relatively unknown to international travellers Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:36:19 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/332351/how-lanzarote-became-the-island-it-is-today.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/325438/a-view-of-the-greek-island-rhodes.htm If you have always fancied a holiday on a Greek island but were worried about busy beaches and crowded bars and night clubs full of noisy young people having fun then perhaps Rhodes is the destination you've been looking for Perhaps it's the location of Rhodes that sets it apart from other Greek islands, being much nearer to the coast of Turkey than Greece Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:36:31 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/325438/a-view-of-the-greek-island-rhodes.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/325169/the-diversity-of-antalya-in-turkey.htm Anyone travelling to Antalya in Turkey and expecting to find the typical tourist resort will not be disappointed but they will be surprised to find there's much more to this city that meeting the needs of holidaymakers Antalya is an important hub of Turkey's agricultural industry and the wholesale market in the city provides more half of all the fruit and vegetable... Fri, 10 Apr 2009 01:43:24 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/325169/the-diversity-of-antalya-in-turkey.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/322022/attractions-along-the-french-riviera.htm Situated at the Eastern end of the French Riviera, Nice acts as a travel hub for many locations and attractions along the Cote d'Azur and also for some across the nearby border with Italy Nice airport has long been a major arrival point for visitors to this part of France and provides a stopping point for many low coast airlines that bring passengers to the area Mon, 06 Apr 2009 16:36:12 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/322022/attractions-along-the-french-riviera.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/320877/secrets-of-the-bozburun-peninsula.htm When you think of holiday resorts in Turkey the towns of Bodrum, Marmaris and Ismir are usually the first to spring to mind, but Turkey is a huge country and the southern coast which stretches from Antalya in the East to Bodrum in the West has plenty more to offer Resorts like Antalya and Marmaris have both seen plenty of improvements over the past 30 years and now offer... Sat, 04 Apr 2009 14:55:52 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/320877/secrets-of-the-bozburun-peninsula.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/316434/preparing-and-packing-for-your-holiday.htm For many people going on holiday is about much more than just relaxing and enjoying your destination once you get there The expectation of an approaching break, planning what to take and perhaps a little extra shopping and treating yourself at the airport can all add to the experience Mon, 30 Mar 2009 03:42:04 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/316434/preparing-and-packing-for-your-holiday.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/284644/attractions-of-malaga.htm Due to its location on the Costa del Sol on the southern coast of Spain, Malaga has long been a popular destination for tourists seeking the typical combination of sun and sand but with the attraction of little more sophistication Malaga manages to provide exactly with its unique mix of culture, modern amenities and high quality accommodation options Mon, 16 Feb 2009 02:24:25 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/284644/attractions-of-malaga.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/284624/sports-training-destinations-in-europe.htm Achieving your potential in any sport requires talent, commitment and dedication But to reach the very top of their sport, athletes rely not only on their own abilities, but also on things like highly skilled coaching staff, adequate financial funding and access to the best training facilities Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:38:17 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/284624/sports-training-destinations-in-europe.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/279512/windsurfers-escape-to-the-sun-in-tenerife.htm You would be amazed how easy is it to escape a dreary UK winter and spend some time under the warm rays of the Mediterranean sun Picture this, it's Thursday lunchtime, you turn off your computer in the office, say goodbye to your colleagues, pick up your rucksack and board bag and take a short cab ride to the station Fri, 06 Feb 2009 14:20:47 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/279512/windsurfers-escape-to-the-sun-in-tenerife.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/276651/top-attractions-in-tenerife.htm Winter sun breaks on the island of Tenerife are enjoyed by many people, especially those seeking an escape from the harsher winter weather of northern Europe Faced with at least 4 months of short days, cold temperatures and potentially wet weather, the warm dry winter climate of the island of Tenerife is obviously very attractive to northern Europeans and can be reached... Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:02:49 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/276651/top-attractions-in-tenerife.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/274871/new-terminal-improves-flights-to-paphos.htm Paphos airport in Cyprus has received its fair share of critics over the years In short the airport was not fit for purpose following an explosion of tourism traffic over the past few years Thu, 29 Jan 2009 09:41:28 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/274871/new-terminal-improves-flights-to-paphos.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/273179/winter-sun-flights-from-the-uk.htm With the recent cold spell lasting what seemed several weeks, many residents in the UK would have been looking at the daily temperatures and yearning for something warmer The early weeks of January are usually the busiest time of the year for holiday bookings Tue, 27 Jan 2009 06:13:47 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/273179/winter-sun-flights-from-the-uk.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/269680/escape-to-gran-canaria.htm Where can you escape to in the first week of January for a quality but inexpensive break where you will enjoy sunshine and summer temperatures without long haul flights The answer is the Canary Isles and in particular Gran Canaria Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:13:29 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/269680/escape-to-gran-canaria.htm