News archive

February 2012

• 5 of the best locations for a romantic getaway revealed Whether you’re planning on a cosy cottage getaway in the country or a high-top city hotel, we reveal the top romantic destinations for 2012. 1. Goa, India If you have the time and the money, it could be well worth taking a trip to this Indian beach paradise. It has lots to offer couples as both...
• Britain vs. the rest of the world – Where should I go on my next holiday? If the festive feeling is starting to fade for you, you might want to think about your next fix of entertainment with some holiday fun. Where to go Before looking at where to go, you may need to decide on what requirements you have for your holiday. Do you have children? Are you looking for one...
• USA today: Five of the best US cities to visit in 2012 With The Daily Telegraph naming the USA as the favourite worldwide destination in its 2011 travel awards, taking a trip to the States is something many of us are likely to do in the future. When planning your holiday to the US, you will be faced with a mountain of choice over where to stay – so...
• Ooh la la with Eurostar – Paris, Lille and Antwerp; Eurostar getaways If you’re in need of an immediate break, whether it’s a short weekend trip or a longer overseas visit, why not hop on the Eurostar? Here are just a few French fancies and Belgian beauties you can visit within a matter of hours on the tunnel under the sea; Paris The city of love is just a...
• Icons of the recent past; Celebrity superstars who have passed away Celebrities are people too and sometimes they pass away just like us normal folk. Those who spend a lifetime in the spotlight are remembered for their greatest achievements. For example, Frank Sinatra is remembered for his incredible voice in the same way Martin Luther King is remembered for his...
• Five healthy gadgets for the home The New Year is here and with it comes the annual resolutions and promises to ourselves to eat better, save more money and become healthy. But as we all know, New Year’s resolutions are easier said than done. So what are the best health gadgets for the home? Here are some of the best pieces of...
• Water damage – do not be a victim this Winter The UK was left battered and bruised after a bout of stormy weather hit homes and businesses at the beginning of the year. Airports were closed, roads were blocked, ports were shut down and two men died as a result of the severe weather conditions. Whilst wind and rain can cause a substantial...
• Space saving ideas for the modern family Turning your home into a haven of relaxation and comfort can be difficult once it becomes cluttered with your ever-growing collection of personal possessions. If you have children, in particular, they can certainly fill up both your life and your home. Many homeowners are trapped in negative...
• Three key rules to property development The housing market, like many other markets in the UK, is in a fragile state as a result of the credit crunch. Getting a foot on the property ladder is hard enough, but climbing that ladder to the top is now harder than ever. But property development is still big business, even in this unstable...
• Five ways cars are safer now than 20 years ago Technological advances have brought about some great innovations over the past 20 years. Gadgets that no-one could have envisaged 20 years ago are now taken for granted. We can now fit a whole CD collection into our pocket, have face-to-face conversations with people on the other side of the world...
• Church of England wedding and funeral fees to increase The already steep cost of marriages and funerals is set to rise further with the Church of England’s decision to raise the costs of these services significantly. Church members have voted to raise the average cost of a wedding from £296 to £415, and for a funeral service from £102 to £160,...
• Amber alert issues red light to motorists ahead of Arctic weather The Met Office and Highways Agency have issued an amber weather warning to the UK amid fears of further bad weather, stopping many motorists in their tracks. The majority of the UK was already hit with snow fall and icy conditions over the week, with the recent warning alerting drivers to the...
• Five top ‘last minute’ travel destinations Offering spontaneous sentiments and cheaper prices, ‘last minute’ holidays are increasingly popular amongst Brits. However, just because you are booking your holiday on the spur of the moment, it doesn’t mean that you should be limited on choice. A number of great destinations can be visited ...
• Best hotels in the world unveiled If you are stuck for an idea of where to go on holiday this year, take a look at some of the most prestigious hotels in the world. Travel advice website TripAdvisor has announced the winners of its annual Travellers’ Choice Awards, with a range of different establishments making the final cut. No...
• Why a staycation isn’t right for everyone The credit crunch and subsequent recession are still being felt two years on, with prices still high and our incomes being squeezed. There are many things that have come out of the recession in the UK. Aside from higher prices, we’ve seen a boom in coupon websites, more and more charity shops,...
• What is the best way to get cash while abroad If you are thinking of going abroad in the near future, you may want to consider how to make the most out of your money. Here are some useful ways to save your cash when overseas; Prepaid Cards A Cash Passport Prepaid Currency card is an option to consider when getting hold of cash while you are...
• Can you pack everything into one bag? If the idea of ‘packing lightly’ doesn’t come onto your radar or you are hopelessly disorganised, here are some useful tips to ensure that you can fit everything into one bag; 1. What bag? Are you travelling for a short break or planning a long escape? Either way, you should carefully...
• 7 Ways to Keep Safe on the Roads this Winter With the day’s getting shorter and the weather colder, as well as generally and wetter, motorists certainly need to take more car on the road during the winter months. Follow these top tips on how to keep safe on the road when driving this winter. 1. Drive Carefully: In winter you can expect to ...
• One man and his dog – Fenton the YouTube sensation When a video of a man chasing his dog was unleashed on the internet at the end of last year, Fenton (the dog) became an overnight star. People around the world marvelled at the pure helplessness of it all: a man desperately chasing his dog as it chases a herd of deer. Pretty much everyone who saw...