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London: The Best Place on the Planet for Shopping

London: The Best Place on the Planet for Shopping

London is one of the leading cities in the fashion world and the best place in the world to go shopping with big-name emporiums, such as Selfridges, Harvey Nichols, Hamleys, Fortnum & Mason and Liberty. About half the specialist fashion design jobs in the United Kingdom are located in and around the city of London. […]

Madame Tussauds: A Landmark for London

Madame Tussauds: A Landmark for London

Donald Trump’s statue has been unveiled in Madame Tussauds. For five months, the team at Madame Tussauds quietly sculpted, polished and painted the face of the 45th President of the United States. This museum claims that this will be President Donald Trump as you have never seen him before, up close and personal and made […]

You can now own an Island for no more expensive than a Flat in London

You can now own an Island for no more expensive than a Flat in London

Available to buy now, for no more money than London’s “narrowest house” (a shocking 99 inches wide) you can purchase your very own island located just off the west coast of Scotland. With a reduction of £100,000 it has a more attractive price of £450,000 to own your own island, an up-to-date house, luxury beaches […]

Finding the Best Accommodation for a Family Break

Finding the Best Accommodation for a Family Break

Family life is busy, so you want to enjoy the time you have to take short breaks with your loved ones. Choosing where to go and where to stay are important decisions when planning travel for your family. Hotels in Northampton near Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit and other popular attractions for families are a great […]

Things to Do in and around Gatwick Airport

Things to Do in and around Gatwick Airport

Did you know that Ho Chi Minh, Sigmund Freud, Mahatma Gandhi, Karl Marx, Edgar Allan Poe and Vincent Van Gogh, have all lived in London at some point in their lives? No wonder it has been named as one of the greatest cities of the world! If you are planning a visit to London, staying […]

Things to Consider Before You Say I Do

Things to Consider Before You Say I Do

“When marrying, ask yourself this question: Do you believe that you will be able to converse well with this person into your old age? Everything else in marriage is transitory.” ~ Friedrich Nietzsche Your life turns upside down with the idea of marriage; whether the change is for good or bad boils down to that […]

The Ultimate Packing List for a First Time Backpacker

If you’re leaving your hometown behind and plane-hopping around the world for the first time ever, it can be both exciting and daunting at the same time. Backpacking across the globe is one of the most thrilling and adventure-filled things you could do in your life and there’s no doubt that your experience will be […]

Advantages of Boarding at Cheap & Budget Hotels near London Eye

Advantages of Boarding at Cheap & Budget Hotels near London Eye

The Giant Wheel in London Eye, on the banks of River Thames, is a must-visit for anyone who is planning to visit Central London. The view of the city from the location is captivating. It would be a good idea to stay at a Cheap & Budget hotel near London Eye, so that you can […]

Rachel Recommends… A Northumberland Staycation

Rachel Recommends… A Northumberland Staycation

Our country has been experiencing a staycation boom in recent years, some suggest it’s due to the economic downturn but if you ask me it’s because more and more people are realising that Britain really is GREAT! So I thought I would share with you one of my favourite places for a holiday at home, Northumberland. It […]

Rachel Recommends… Putting Your Best Foot Forward

Rachel Recommends… Putting Your Best Foot Forward

It’s the start of a brand new year and after hibernating for most of December I’m ready to dust off the cobwebs, how about you? If like me you’ve made a resolution to get out there and explore more of Britain in 2013 then you really are spoilt for choice, especially if your boots are […]

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