Cost-saving technology targeting energy consumption within the hospitality industry will headline Farnek Avireal’s participation at the World Green Tourism exhibition, which takes place from 5-7 December at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).

The Hotel Optimizer programme has been created to help the region’s hoteliers effectively manage and reduce both the costs and consumption of energy, water and waste disposal via easy-to-use web-based benchmarking software.

Although the rules of good nutrition should be your guide, most teens are not going to be happy with a steady diet of carrot and celery sticks.

• Cut down on the basic "bad guys:" fat, salt, sugar and empty calories.
• Substitute similar but healthier alternatives when possible: pretzels for chips, air-popped popcorn for oily or buttered, yogurt-based dips for cheese- and mayo-based ones.
• Chop fruits and veggies into bite-sized pieces or strips. Teens like foods they can grab and take with them.
• Smoothies and fruit shakes are packed with nutrients and are also very trendy. Use yogurt, milk, fresh or frozen fruit and fruit juices.
• Freeze grapes, mango slices, watermelon and berries for a fun, slushy snack.
• Be flexible. Adding chocolate chips or M&Ms to a shake is a great way to get a chocolate fix along with all the nutrients in milk.
• Dry-roasted nuts and seeds have a satisfying crunch and are a healthy snack in moderation. Also, use nut butters in celery or in sandwiches.
• Select teas and fizzy waters instead of soda. Juices are all right some of the time, but they have a lot of sugar and calories as well.
• Serve small portions of "real food." Mini bagels, crackers with a little bit of cheese, leftovers, microwave burritos and healthy breakfast cereals with milk all make excellent snacks.
• Hand-make tortilla chips, oven fries, mini-pizzas to control fat and salt.
• Serve snacks in small bowls, which make a small serving look more abundant.
• Keep your refrigerator and cupboards stocked with what you want your teens to eat and don't keep what you don't want them to eat. If you provide pretzels for free, they're not likely to buy their own potato chips.

During the warm months of the year, a conservatory is a wonderful place to relax, admire the outdoor surroundings and entertain guests. It is a substantial investment, however, so it pays to make it habitable all year round.

House fires can be devastating. About 5,000 people a year die in fires, and 80 percent of these deaths occur in house fires. Fires kill more people per year in the United States than all other natural disasters put together. A fire can spread quickly and become deadly within 2 minutes; an entire house can be engulfed in flames in less than 5 minutes.

All children have trouble focusing once in a while, maybe before a vacation or when there's something more exciting than schoolwork competing for their attention. This is to be expected, but some parents may notice that their children continually have trouble reaching their goals and have to work hard to increase their attention span.

The average mattress will last about 10 years. If the average adult sleeps eight hours a day, you will have spent 29,200 hours on your mattress. It is important that you know how you sleep before you even step foot onto the sales floor.

When buying a pet for your family, take the time to learn which pet is right. It is a subjective decision that should take a lot of thought and consideration. There are many factors to consider when buying a pet. Review the following list for steps to take if you want to choose the right pet for the family.

• Consider your finances before choosing a family pet. Some pets are more expensive to take care of than others. With a goldfish, you just need to feed it and maintain its tank, after the initial expense of purchasing a tank, rocks and decorations. Tropical fish, whether they are fresh water or salt, are more expensive and require more equipment, such as a filter and heater. Larger pets, such as dogs and cats need more food, beds and toys. They also need regular checkups and seasonal medications, such as tick medicine and heart worm pills. Consider the expenses incurred on a regular basis when selecting a pet. Remember also, that when a pet gets older or sick, the vet bills are larger.
• Recognize your family dynamics before getting a pet. If you have young children, determine whether you want a large dog. If you do, then learn which dogs are good with children. If you stay at home with young children who cannot help with the pets, ask yourself if you have time to clean out a bunny or bird cage.
• Think about the type of lifestyle you lead and whether a pet can fit into it. If you travel a lot as a family, determine what kind of pet can be alone with just someone popping in to feed it. You could also get a pet that can travel with you. You don't want to get a pet for the family that stays home alone or at a pet care facility most of its time.
• Understand that young children often don't follow through on promises of taking care of pets. For this reason, you may decide to get a pet that is low maintenance. A bunny or bird needs their cages to be cleaned. The novelty usually wears off pretty quickly. You will likely find yourself nagging your child about cleaning out the cage, so ask yourself if you are willing to do that on a regular basis, or even clean out the cage yourself.
• Decide whether you want a baby pet or one that is full grown. Full grown dogs and cats may be harder to train since they are often set in their ways, especially the latter. Adopted older pets may also have been mistreated and have concerns. Ask about an older pet's history before getting it. You don't want to get a dog or cat that is not safe around children because it has insecurity issues.
• Think about the training that some pets will need. If you think you may want a dog, find out how much it costs to pay for obedience classes. Training is necessary especially if you have young children in the home. Oftentimes, dogs need to learn that all humans, including babies, are pack leaders.
• Take your time when selecting a pet for the family. Sit down with the whole family and come to a mutual decision. Make a list with everyone's wish. Go over the pros and cons of each idea. Make sure everyone agrees on the final decision.

Darts is a popular pub game that is also enjoyed at home and even played professionally. With darts, it is important to be able to throw with consistency--a consistent dart thrower is able to adjust his aim accordingly to hit his targets, while an erratic thrower can only hope to put the dart where he wants it. Increasing your consistency requires practice, even with the best form, but improving your form will greatly increase the effectiveness of your practicing.

• Stand with your dominant leg forward and your non-dominant leg back. Align them so that a line drawn between the two would point at the dart board.
• Keep the majority of your weight on your lead foot, but do not leave the rear foot weightless or off the ground, as this will make balance difficult and throw off your accuracy.
• Lean forward slightly to reduce the distance to the board, but not so far that you find it difficult to maintain your balance.
• Grip the dart with three or more fingers. More fingers will increase control during the throw, but can be more difficult to release without altering the trajectory.
• Leave any fingers not holding the dart open and relaxed, not closed down against the palm.
• Grip the dart just firmly enough to not have it moving in your grip--squeezing too tight will decrease consistency.
• Pick a target on the board and aim for it. Even if you simply need a 20, pick a specific slice of single-20 to aim for.
• Keep your body, with the exception of the throwing arm, still as you throw the dart and release it. The more still your body is, the more easily you can develop consistency in your throws.

Antivirus software is something that should be on every computer that accesses the Internet on a daily basis. Without this type of protection, your computer could be susceptible to infections that could slow your computer down, keep you from browsing the Internet or even loading programs.

Antivirus programs purchased in stores could cost you up to $100 or more depending on the software you purchase. Fortunately, there are numerous different free antivirus software programs that can be easily downloaded and installed.

• Go to the CNET homepage (see Resources).
• Click "Security Software" on the left side of the page. A new page will open.
• Select "Antivirus Software" on the let side of this page. You will then be taken to CNET's antivirus software page.
• Choose the "Free" option under "License Type"
• Click the "Sort By" drop box in the green bar at the top of the page. Select one of the options listed, such as "Editors' Rating" or "Downloads Last Week." This option will determine how the programs are listed.
• Select one of the links to get to the download page for that antivirus program.
• Click the "Download Now" link that is located at the top of the Web page for that particular antivirus program. Once you do, a box will open. Choose a folder on your computer (such as the desktop) where the setup for that the antivirus program will be saved. Click "Save" and the installation for that antivirus program will be downloaded.
• Open the installation program. Follow the instructions that appear on the computer screen and the free antivirus software will be fully installed on your computer.

Personalized mugs can be given as gifts for many occasions. You can buy plain mugs and paint your own designs on them or upload photos to one of the many websites offering professionally printed mugs. You can also create mugs for a business by uploading a company logo. Since mugs are ubiquitous in nearly every American household, a personalized mug can be an effective marketing tool.

Things You'll Need

Photos in .jpeg format
Plain mugs
Enamel paints
Paintbrushes
Rubbing alcohol
Cotton balls

Photo and Logo Mugs

• Determine whether the logo or photo you want to use is suitable for your mug. Use only high-quality photos and photo files.
• Find a website that allows you to customize your mug with photos and logos. Compare the prices and offerings of each website.
• Follow the website prompts for uploading your image and adding any other customizing information. Preview the mug if you can.
• Fill out your shipping and billing information and look at the shipping time frame and refund policy.

Painted Mugs

• Purchase plain white mugs, enamel paints and paintbrushes at an art supply store.
• Wash and dry your mug and wipe it down with a cotton ball soaked in rubbing alcohol, which removes any residual oil from the mug.
• Paint a design, picture or logo onto your mug.
• Bake the mug in an oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes. Let the mug cool inside the oven. Wash and dry the mug before using it.

Tips & Warnings

Fill the mug with candy, wrap colored cellophane around it and tie it with a ribbon for a gift.

Don't take the mug out of the oven right after it's finished baking; the enamel might crack because of the abrupt temperature change.