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24 May 01 - 04:56 AM (#469318) Subject: UK Search engine - Travel Britain From: clansfolk Greetings, I've just come across a new search engine that seems to have a good range of traditional music content. May I suggest that anyone with a traditional music related site pass on their detail? I've just added the Fylde Folk Web site. Only thing is that they ask for a link - not a lot really! The site is Travel Britain Nice search for anyone coming to the UK who wants to know what's going on, where to stay etc..... Take care Pete |
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24 May 01 - 05:28 AM (#469332) Subject: RE: UK Search engine - Travel Britain From: GUEST One site asking for a link may not be a lot, but if all of the 50+ search engines that you wanted to register did.. Decent search engines don't need such ploys. I for one would steer clear of anything like that. The search engine is really lame too. Go to www.google.com is you want a good search engine. They don't ask for links... |
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24 May 01 - 06:25 AM (#469353) Subject: RE: UK Search engine - Travel Britain From: clansfolk Guest...... Quite right (bet you steer clear of folk clubs that make you pay to go in as well) - however search for Folk music on Travel Britain and then google - !!!!!! great fun sorting through those irrelevant links to find what you want!! You don't have to link to use it! Each to their own - I at least got out of bed the right side this morning have a nice day Pete clansfolk p.s. I have no connection with the above site I just thought some of you out there might find it useful!!!
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24 May 01 - 06:41 AM (#469357) Subject: RE: UK Search engine - Travel Britain From: GUEST Pete, Sorry if I appeared rude. What I was trying to say is that a search engine that requires you to provide a link in order for you to be listed has a very questionable business model, ie you get listed if you 'pay' rather than if your site is any good. As far as getting irrelevant results from google, maybe you should read the help files and amend your search strategy. I hope you have a nice day too. No offense was intended. |
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24 May 01 - 07:00 AM (#469366) Subject: RE: UK Search engine - Travel Britain From: clansfolk Guest Apology accepted I was not aware listings on Google were "quality controlled"! Also Travel Britain is a UK based site so you know that the sites you get back are relevant to the UK (horses for courses) Yes one can filter searching on Google now try "Folk music uk" on google!!! My thoughts..... like traditional music clubs - the more the merrier - it's always handy to have an assortment of tools in your toolbox - right tool for the right job. I link to Mudcat and several other major (and not so major) folk related sites and I'm always happy to support and link to sites that link to us. Like a pleasant word - it cost nothing. Pete clansfolk
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24 May 01 - 07:44 AM (#469382) Subject: RE: UK Search engine - Travel Britain From: IanC Hi On the subject of search engines, I've recently been using Vivisimo which not only uses the output from a number of search engines but also automatically categorises them. It doesn't always work perfectly, but can save you a lot of trouble when there is a lot of irrelevant stuff. I use WebFerret for more in depth work. It searches using nearly everything.
Cheers! PS - GUEST, you should really give yourself some kind of identifier. There's a GUEST at the moment leaving essentially impolite messages anonymously on a number of threads, and I wouldn't want to confuse you with that guest. |
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24 May 01 - 09:56 AM (#469443) Subject: RE: UK Search engine - Travel Britain From: Peg there is also a great website for finding B&Bs and hotels in Britian; www.smooth-hound.co.uk, I believe... or type "smooth hound" into a search engine. It gives you all sorts of information, and you can sort your searches by region, price, amenities, etc. It was a great help to me when planning my travels. You can even email most of the B&B owners to book ahead!
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25 May 01 - 06:09 AM (#470136) Subject: RE: UK Search engine - Travel Britain From: clansfolk Peg - that on looks a good idea for festival goers I'll add a link on our web site festival page.... Pete |