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June 22, 2014

Tips on planning a great Vegas vacation

Going to Vegas is something that appears on many people’s travel bucket lists. Love or hate the outrageous, over-the-top and superficial nature of the city that is home to gambling, you somehow have to see it for yourself to understand what it’s actually like. Las Vegas is a place that’s familiar to everyone; it has featured in so many different films and has been shown on TV so many times, that you kind of know what it will look like before you get there, but it’s still surprising just how huge the casinos are in reality. Almost everyone who goes…

June 13, 2014

Money-Saving Tips When Vacationing In Copenhagen

The Danish capital is certainly not the cheapest place that you could choose to stay in Europe. Nevertheless, Copenhagen has plenty to offer visitors so it would be a shame to miss out on the delights of the city. Scandinavia, generally speaking, is more expensive to stay in the much of the rest of the continent, however there are plenty of options that should be considered for the traveller who is operating on a budget. Keep Your Stay Short Remember that a two week city break will push your budget to its limit, unlike staying in a resort, where things…

June 11, 2014

How To Enjoy Summer In London In 2014

The World Cup in Brazil is going to be the sporting event of 2014 and despite it being played out in South America; it can still be enjoyed from many great bars and venues across London this year. All of England’s games will be shown across almost ever pub and bar in the city, however, it might be worth trying somewhere different for some of the other fixtures at the tournament. For example, when Betfair favourites Brazil play, look out for some of the Brazilian restaurants in London which will have their game big screens and specials menus to accompany…

June 10, 2014

Beat the clock: how to make your fashion sense timeless

You’ve all seen those mad fashion shows that happen approximately 435 times a year. London, Paris, Milan – all of them bristling with style. That is, until next year’s trends begin. If you’re an average Joe or Joletta, trying to jump on the back of these trends can seem like grabbing onto the back of a speeding Ferrari. While you might be able to hold on for a little while, you’ll really only end up looking a bit foolish and well-worn by the end of your journey. Indeed, your best bet is to ignore the latest bandage hat, wigwam dress,…

May 28, 2014

Three tips for a dazzling morning routine

Getting yourself ready in the morning can be an absolute nightmare, can’t it? Just picture the scene – Bleurgh, the alarm clock blares at six in the morning, and you’re woken with the type of grog that hits the best of us at the crack of dawn. Shuffling zombie-like to the bathroom, you stare in the mirror and, Bleurgh, you can’t believe the work you’ve got ahead of you – hair straightening, makeup applying, washing, brushing; and you’ve only got an hour to do it all before rushing off to work! The morning ritual is little more than a pain…

May 28, 2014

Top life hacks to make your house a home

Home is where the heart is, or so that old cliche goes. And, unless you want to live somewhere cold and unforgiving, your home should give you the feeling that the wants of your heart are being met. To raise another cliche, it’s the difference between a house and a home. But balancing a warm and friendly space with the latest styles is no easy feat. That’s why we’ve come up with a few tips to give you a home that will weather the changing tide of styles and still be comfortable from the moment you step through the door.…

May 25, 2014

Safety Tips for Building a Treehouse

If you were fortunate enough to grow up in a home with a decent-sized yard with plenty of trees, then you might know the joys of having your own little house built amongst the branches. As a kid, there’s little that beats a retreat so close to home where you can do anything you want, and play pretend-games all day (away from all the grown-ups!). Now, as a loving adult and parent, you may feel compelled to construct a treehouse for your own children. Admittedly, this is not the easiest household task, so you may wish to hire a local…

May 18, 2014

Four Capital Cities on the Danube

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The Danube River flows for nearly 3000km through Europe, and is extremely popular for romantic cruise holidays. Passing through four capital cities and dozens upon dozens of smaller towns, it’s an ideal way to see plenty of the region in a small amount of time, yet not feel as though you’re rushed. If you’re not sure where to go for your next getaway, consider the range of luxury European river cruises along the Danube. Here are some things you’ll discover in its most significant cities. Vienna Austria’s capital city is full to bursting with culture, particularly music. Vienna has produced…

May 18, 2014

Easy Ways to Preserve Your Hearing

Our five main senses are among the most important things we have, and no one could tell you that with more confidence than someone who’s blind, deaf, or has difficulty sensing tastes, smells, and touch. For this reason, it’s important to protect what sensations we possess while we’re still able. Imagine a life without perfect hearing, in which you’d have to turn to digital hearing aid technology or sign language to get by. I struggle to envision how I’d cope without music, the sound of people’s voices, or gentle lapping of waves on a beach. If you find yourself nodding…

May 13, 2014

Sports travel hotspots

If you’re mad about your sport, it’s great if you can combine one great love with another – travel. There are amazing sports events going on all around the world all year long, but here we sum up some of the highlights that it might be worth building a trip around at some point. Motor racing There seems to be racing action going on in one country or another at any given time, but for events worth making the trip for, we’d include the 24 hour race at Le Mans, the Monaco Grand Prix and the Indy500. These three races…