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Article by Jamie Mathwig

Maybe it’s a direct result of the current housing crisis, or perhaps there are more esoteric reasons at work, but an increasing number of North Americans are taking to life on the water. The popularity in houseboats has been gaining momentum and in many parts of the US and Canada, these floating abodes represent the ultimate in chic living.

And now Minnesota developer David Nelson, has his sights set on launching a floating condo block that will cruise the waterways of the US. This proposed vessel, to be called The Marquette and due for completion in 2012, will house 180 two-bed condo units, and will be aimed primarily at retirees. With on board facilities to include a golf course, theaters, restaurants and shopping, condos will be available as full-time or partial residencies. The nautical community will visit cities such as New Orleans and Nashville, giving condo owners the chance to travel, while in the comfort of their own home.

Hardly a new thing, houseboats of varying kinds have been in use for centuries around the globe, and this aquatic lifestyle has been popular in parts of the US for well over a hundred years. Lake Cumberland, in Kentucky, proudly claims to be the houseboat capital of the world while significant floating communities have been established in Seattle, Washington since the early 20th century. Other notable houseboat neighborhoods can be found in Portland, Oregon and Sausalito, California. In much of Minnesota the trend is, generally, for recreational houseboat use, as opposed to permanent residence, although some may be found on the Mississippi.

Although many houseboat owners remain elegantly moored in one spot, others take full advantage of their foundation-free dwellings and utilize their portability for changing the scenery outside the galley window, exploring the lakes and rivers that represent their unique neighborhood. On the other side of the pond, so to speak, the UK’s narrowboat owners take this one step further. There, they leisurely exploit a vast network of canals, built for transportation during the Industrial Revolution in the mid-18th century, traveling the 2000 miles of waterways that crisscross the length and breadth of the British Isles. Similarly, the owners of some 10,000 houseboats in the Netherlands enjoy the miles of open canals, that thread through the delightful Dutch countryside.

At any one time there are numerous houseboats for sale around the US. There are countless sizes, shapes and varieties out there; from impressive, permanently moored, floating homes to smaller, trailerable vacation models, and everything imaginable in between. One can buy new, or even have a houseboat built to exact specifications or, particularly in the current economy, get a good deal on a used one.

As with any kind of real estate, there are serious issues and pitfalls to be considered when looking into purchasing a house boat. It is essential to do plenty of research into the practicalities of life on the water. It may seem like a romantic way to live, but it’s well worth speaking to a number of people who experience it on a daily basis to get a true idea of what it entails. And a survey is absolutely imperative, as boats constructed of certain materials are more prone to deterioration than others, and repairs can be costly. Insurance, too, can be seriously problematic with some types of houseboat.

Used houseboats can be found from a few thousand dollars for a real fixer-upper, to well over two million dollars for a top of the range property in a great location. The appeal seems obvious, the psychological advantage of freeing oneself from the regular ‘bricks and mortar’ lifestyle, and feeling more in tune with one’s surroundings must be a strong incentive. With people all around the country dealing with the stress that comes with living through a struggling economy, no wonder the current market for houseboats is, in keeping with the properties themselves, so buoyant.

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Article by Cincinnati Artist

Sponsorship [1] is a cash and/or in-kind fee paid to a property (typically in sports, arts, entertainment or causes). For example, a corporate entity may provide equipment for a famous athlete or sports team in exchange for brand recognition. The sponsor earns popularity this way while the sponsored can earn a lot of money. A particular form of specialized brand sponsorship where a brand sponsors an unusual event or pastime that then becomes synonymous with that brand (to the point where future brands may be excluded from participation) is known as ‘aboutsponsorship’. This provides a strong walled-garden sponsorship relationship between particular events and the brand.

Other commercial opportunites for sponsorship include signage at sporting events, local or national media coverage, promotional opportunities before and after the event, and the opportunity to entertain clients and prospective customers by inviting them as VIPs to sponsored events. Other benefits of sponsorship can include access to on-site hospitality tents or skyboxes; the opportunity to meet athletes or teams in person, and possibly even the opportunity for sponsors and their VIP guests to participate in a pro-am type event. Another benefit is the ability to reach a specific demographic or target market.

Apart from direct commercial benefit to a product or corporate brand, there are also “above the line” benefits, where sponsorship is awarded in the interest of general “corporate social responsibility”. An example of this would be a production facility based in a particular region, sponsoring local charities. Sponsorship “in kind” can be a focus for teamwork in the sponsor’s workforce, and also a training ground for leadership and other management techniques. As well as the 1943 workforce.

Cause-related marketing[2] generally includes an offer by the sponsor to make a donation to the cause with purchase of its product or service. Unlike philanthropy, money spent on cause marketing is a business expense, not a donation, and is expected to show a return on investment.

The International Sponsor Council (ISC) [3] was formed as the world’s first trade organization representing corporate sponsors. The mission of the ISC is to promote sponsor value and protect their collective interests. Members include some of the world’s leading sponsors including Anheuser-Busch InBev, AT&T, Bridgestone Firestone, The Cola Company, cola Enterprises, FirstRand Group (South Africa), Honda Motor Co., MasterCard, Panasonic, Ping, Porsche Cars N.A., Visa, among others.

Founded by veteran sponsorship professional, Sponsorship Insights Group (SIG) [4] hosts the largest online network for sponsorship professionals. The community best represents the entire sponsorship community – agencies, brands, properties, buyers, sellers, activators and other interested parties. They have over 7,000 professionals interacting via online discussion groups, newsletters and job board.

When commercial radio stations began broadcasting in the early 1920s, the programs were aired without advertising. Many radio stations were established by radio equipment manufacturers and retailers and programming was provided to sell radio transmitters and receivers. This led to a system where radio and television programs were financed by selling sponsorship rights to businesses. Eventually, the broadcasters began selling smaller blocks of advertising time to several businesses. Sponsorship is also becoming increasingly important in education.

Many companies want their logo on sponsored equipment in return. Formula One teams for many years relied heavily on the income from tobacco advertising, reflected in the sponsorship liveries of the teams. Other types of sponsorships revolve around companies paying for parts of television broadcasts and sporting events which bear their name. For example college bowl games now contain the name of their sponsor.When events are named after their sponsor, like this Annual Students Rowing Contest (‘Roeivierkamp’) on the Amstel river in Amsterdam, the sponsor is a Title Sponsor.

Many times a company’s motives for sponsorship are altruistic in order to create goodwill in the community which increases their good reputation. However, sponsorship is more commonly used to derive benefit from the associations created for a company’s brand(s) or image as a result of the sponsorship.

People may sponsor an individual or group of people to undertake a fundraising task, usually for a charity or other cause requiring funding.

Sponsorship belongs to the promotional tool of Marketing.

In Japan, sponsorship is prevalent in television, as evidenced by each Japanese television series (after its opening sequence, its ending and subsequent episode preview).

With respect to neuroscience conferences, the term sponsor designates the person financially supporting the research presented at the conference.

Sponsorship in the traditional sense became less common is US television over the years–individual advertisements in many different programs being the norm for commercial television these days, with product placement becoming more popular–with the exception of Public Television, where sponsorship of an entire series is still commonplace, usually with a subdued announcement at the end, and optionally the beginning, of each program. This is often referred to as ‘underwriting’.

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Maybe it’s a direct result of the current housing crisis, or perhaps there are more esoteric reasons at work, but an increasing number of North Americans are taking to life on the water. The popularity in houseboats has been gaining momentum and in many parts of the US and Canada, these floating abodes represent the ultimate in chic living.

And now Minnesota developer David Nelson, has his sights set on launching a floating condo block that will cruise the waterways of the US. This proposed vessel, to be called The Marquette and due for completion in 2012, will house 180 two-bed condo units, and will be aimed primarily at retirees. With on board facilities to include a golf course, theaters, restaurants and shopping, condos will be available as full-time or partial residencies. The nautical community will visit cities such as New Orleans and Nashville, giving condo owners the chance to travel, while in the comfort of their own home.

Hardly a new thing, houseboats of varying kinds have been in use for centuries around the globe, and this aquatic lifestyle has been popular in parts of the US for well over a hundred years. Lake Cumberland, in Kentucky, proudly claims to be the houseboat capital of the world while significant floating communities have been established in Seattle, Washington since the early 20th century. Other notable houseboat neighborhoods can be found in Portland, Oregon and Sausalito, California. In much of Minnesota the trend is, generally, for recreational houseboat use, as opposed to permanent residence, although some may be found on the Mississippi.

Although many houseboat owners remain elegantly moored in one spot, others take full advantage of their foundation-free dwellings and utilize their portability for changing the scenery outside the galley window, exploring the lakes and rivers that represent their unique neighborhood. On the other side of the pond, so to speak, the UK’s narrowboat owners take this one step further. There, they leisurely exploit a vast network of canals, built for transportation during the Industrial Revolution in the mid-18th century, traveling the 2000 miles of waterways that crisscross the length and breadth of the British Isles. Similarly, the owners of some 10,000 houseboats in the Netherlands enjoy the miles of open canals, that thread through the delightful Dutch countryside.

At any one time there are numerous houseboats for sale around the US. There are countless sizes, shapes and varieties out there; from impressive, permanently moored, floating homes to smaller, trailerable vacation models, and everything imaginable in between. One can buy new, or even have a houseboat built to exact specifications or, particularly in the current economy, get a good deal on a used one.

As with any kind of real estate, there are serious issues and pitfalls to be considered when looking into purchasing a house boat. It is essential to do plenty of research into the practicalities of life on the water. It may seem like a romantic way to live, but it’s well worth speaking to a number of people who experience it on a daily basis to get a true idea of what it entails. And a survey is absolutely imperative, as boats constructed of certain materials are more prone to deterioration than others, and repairs can be costly. Insurance, too, can be seriously problematic with some types of houseboat.

Used houseboats can be found from a few thousand dollars for a real fixer-upper, to well over two million dollars for a top of the range property in a great location. The appeal seems obvious, the psychological advantage of freeing oneself from the regular ‘bricks and mortar’ lifestyle, and feeling more in tune with one’s surroundings must be a strong incentive. With people all around the country dealing with the stress that comes with living through a struggling economy, no wonder the current market for houseboats is, in keeping with the properties themselves, so buoyant.

Are you looking for a cool venue for a small party with friends or family members? If want a venue that will make your party different from all other parties, consider choosing a pontoon boat. These are ideal for parties for ten to twelve people. In fact some people even refer to these vessels as party boats.

They are convenient for social gatherings because they have a flat deck and provide a soothing sailing experience. Moreover, they are not very expensive and pontoon boat rentals are available for even half a day. These vessels are ideal for fishing expeditions too. People often prefer pontoon boat rentals over fishing boats because they are cheaper. If you wish, you may even hire them for longer periods of time because many models have storage spaces, toilets, and kitchenettes.

Usually used on calm surfaces, these vessels have round tubes all around the deck. Meant for leisurely forays into calm lakes and rivers, they are not designed for sailing in rough waters. The large decks of these vessels are furnished in several ways. Often coolers and luxurious seating arrangements are added. Before venturing out into the water, make sure that the safety equipment is in place. The pontoon boat rental agencies should provide adequate life jackets and fire extinguishers. You should try to go to an established agency as they will be in a better position to provide more support in case there is an emergency.

One of the best places to go out on one of these watercrafts is Lake Cumberland. The water body has a 262 square kilometer surface area. The landscape around the lake is stunning and the opportunities for fishing attract tourists from various parts of the countries.

The most important attraction for fishers in Lake Cumberland is the sheer abundance of trout and bass. Apart from the largemouth and smallmouth varieties, spotted bass is also found here. Some people come here to catch the rare brook trout. Some of Kentucky’s record catches came from here. For example, the largest sauger of Kentucky was caught here. Who knows, you may make the next record at Lake Cumberland!

If you wish to explore the hills around the lake, you will also get many opportunities to spot wildlife because the Daniel Boone Forest, the Beaver Creek Wilderness Trails, and the Rockcastle Narrows Trail are located nearby.

So when are you coming to Lake Cumberland and opting for pontoon boat rentals?

If you’ve ever holidayed on a boat, you probably want to do it again. Apart from providing the right mix of adventure and relaxation, these vacations also enable you to lead a very different kind of life for a few days. One couple loved this life so much that they started living on a houseboat throughout the year!

One the best places to enjoy a vacation on a water body is Lake Cumberland in Kentucky. Several types of boat rentalsare available there. To explore the 101 mile long water body, you will need to own or rent a vessel so that you can travel according to own wishes. There are several things to see here. Apart from being surrounded by picturesque hills and forests, people interested in fishing are also very fond coming here.

Many vacationers like to take a houseboat in which they can stay and also travel. Apart from the luxury models, smaller vessels that are about fifty feet long are quite popular. These vessels are well equipped with kitchenettes, outdoor grills, and water slides. They can carry about eight to twelve passengers. The advantage of traveling in one of them is that you do have to worry about finding accommodation everyday.

You may also spend your time on a pontoon boat. Because of their large flat decks, these vessels are roomy and perfect for a party. They are meant to be used on water bodies which are calm. These vessels accommodate about eight to ten people. Usually a kitchenette and some furniture like deck chairs enable you to spend your time just as you want. If you plan to venture far out in these vessels, you must make it a point to check the safety arrangements like the presence of fire extinguishers, reserve fuel, and safety jackets before setting out.

In case you are looking for adventure, hire a ski boat. These vessels can travel at high speeds because of their powerful engines. The V shaped hulls enable the boats to sharply cut through water. Usually these boats are designed to accommodate six people. The boat rental agencies generally provide the trailer and lifejackets. Planning the route before venturing out is a very good idea so that confusions do not lead to unfortunate incidents.

Some of the boat rental agencies that operate in Lake Cumberland in Kentucky can be contacted through their websites.