Blog Archive: October 2013
An ex-pat living in Georgia since 2011, I trade stocks, take photographs, work out at the gym, and many more. Here I write about travel, finance, and other things that might interest me.
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Comparing the Economy of Nordic Countries: 2012 GDP and Per Capita Results
The Nordic region, consisting of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden, is known for its high standard of living and robust economies. In 2012, these countries combined had a total GDP of 1.603 trillion USD, which is a significant number compared to other regions such as the Baltic states or the Caucasus. When looking at the GDP of each country, Sweden had the highest with 525.7 billion USD, followed by Norway with 499.7 billion USD,…
How to Display Drupal Taxonomy Terms on a Map
The ability to display taxonomy terms on a map is a useful feature for many Drupal-powered sites. With the right combination of modules and tools, it's easy to achieve this goal. To display taxonomy terms on a map, you will need to have the following modules enabled: Taxonomy, Location, Gmap, Views, Location for Taxonomies, Location CCK Field, and Field UI. Once you've enabled all of the necessary modules, head to "Structure" > "Taxonomy"…
Achieving Success with Your Blog: Tips for Improving SEO and Increasing Traffic
Blogging can be a challenging and frustrating experience, especially when it comes to the statistics and results of your efforts. It's easy to get discouraged when you don't see the results you expect, but it's important to remember the purpose and goals behind your blogging. While traffic and recognition are desirable outcomes, they are not the only measure of success for a blog. The primary goal of a blog should be to share knowledge and…
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A lifestyle blog with a fin-tech touch. My name is Reinis Fischer. Dad, husband, stock trader, drone enthusiast, investor, traveler, photographer, and passionate lover of Georgian cuisine (vegetarian). I trade stocks, take photographs, work out at the gym, and an ex-pat living in Georgia since 2011. I've started this blog, to keep memories, express my opinion, or just to have a good time and meet awesome people, just like you. I write…
Baltic States vs Caucasus Region: A Comparison of GDP in 2012
The Baltic states and Caucasus region both have unique economic landscapes that make for an interesting comparison. Let's start by looking at the GDP in each of the six countries in 2012. Azerbaijan was the wealthiest country with 67.2 billion USD, followed by Lithuania with 42.25 billion USD, Latvia with 28.37 billion USD, Estonia with 21.85 billion USD, Georgia with 15.83 billion USD, and Armenia with 9.91 billion USD. It's interesting to…