As a traveler, understanding currency fluctuations will help you to take advantage of favorable rates of exchange and spot a deal when you see one. For example let’s look at EUR/USD (Euro vs. US dollar) currency pair did over last three years and how any changes might have affected tourism in each of them.

Currency pairYear Rate of exchange (highest)Rate of exchange (Lowest)

EUR/USD 2003$1.2646$1.0333 2004$1.3666$1.1758 2005$1.3579$1.1864 From looking at table taken from www.dailyfx.com, we can see that in less than 3 years, euro steadily rose in value against US dollar going from $1.2646 to a high of $1.3579. This favorable rate of exchange for Euros vs. US dollars made traveling to United States a much better deal in 2005 than in both 2003 and 2004. For traveler who noticed this long term upward trend early could have probably delayed his 2004 trip to United States knowing that his hard earned cash would go further in 2005.

When planning a trip to another country all individuals should keep in mind that major currencies tend to move +/- 1% in a given day, which is a relatively minor move unless you are changing thousands at a time. This means that visiting smaller countries with less developed economies should warrant more research and planning since, these countries’ currency would prove more volatile to rate changes. A great way to find out about current state of exchange rates is to visit GoCurrency.com, a currency conversion site that covers over 150 currencies worldwide.

To sum up, whether it’s a business trip or a second honeymoon, a working knowledge of foreign exchange market can and will make any international journey a more relaxed one.

Sprinkled throughout year are special performances by some of most famous names in country music! During 2005 Kenny Rogers will take to stage at Alabama Theatre, as will one of first ladies of country music Loretta Lynn.

Other performers will include Billy Rae Cyrus, The Drifters and The Temptations. Check out http://www.alabama-theatre.com or ring their booking office for more information. And don't forget to visit http://www.myrtle-beach-guide.com for all information you'll need for a great Myrtle Beach vacation.

If you are fan of any of these great performers, or your partner is, a mini vacation in Myrtle Beach would be a perfect gift!

Spend day relaxing sun, or playing a round or two of golf, enjoy a leisurely meal at Barefoot Landing complex, and then wander across to nearby Alabama Theatre in Myrtle Beach to be entertained by your favorite singers, or to watch a great show. What a perfect way to celebrate a special occasion!