Shopaholics hardly need an excuse to hit the retailers but in winter it starts to become an activity of choice for many. It's a great way to while away the cold days and with Christmas on the horizon we're all seeking the perfect gifts for families and loved ones. And if we could jump on a plane tonight, we would head for any one of these five major cities.
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Andy Kyriacou, vocalist for 80's Pop band Modern Romance, puts down the microphone long enough to take a trip on the Thames via City Cruises, a chartered boating company. He gives us his views on this experience and service.
With an extension being granted to the final throws of summer, and the predicted warm spell set to last a few more weeks, take advantage of the last of the sunshine with a picnic at one of the best spots in the UK. There's something simple and satisfying about tucking into a spread of sandwiches and cakes, perched on a tartan blanket and balancing a plastic plate on your knee while sipping tea from a flask.
Andy Kyriacou, vocalist for 80's Pop band Modern Romance, puts down the microphone long enough to write a review from the perspective of a 'ride for fun' biker on a trip to Ischgl. When he isn't performing on stage, Andy is carving a niche into the world of travel journalism and shares his recent experience in Ischgl with us.
A hidden treasure set high up on a dramatic Devon headland with breathtaking views of the epic landscape and glittering sea: another world awaits at Gara Rock. Located about a mile from the village of East Portlemouth, close to the ever popular Salcombe and far from the bustling crowds, this unique collection of cottages and apartments offers a welcoming retreat, complete with a luxurious spa and a locally renowned cafe restaurant.
