Archive for: January 2009

Lord Moon of the Mall, Queens Head & Artichoke, Pig & Whistle, Olde Trip to Jerusalem and Mad Bishop & Bear – When travelling around England, one of the things that will certainly grab your attention is the …

Would you like to win a round of Double Gloucester cheese?  Do you have what it takes to win this cheese?  Are you prepared to risk a few broken bones, sprained ankles or concussion to win this prize? …

Well, when it comes fashion shopping, much of the pleasure comes from feasting your eyes on lots of different designer styles, seeing what’s on sale and then narrowing your choices down to the best buys and what you …

The French tourist authorities suggest that where you go to shop depends somewhat on the type of fashion victim you are.  If you acknowledge that you’re a fashion victim and need help in determining what type of victim you are:

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Well the January 2009 sales in Paris is in top gear.  At boutiques and large department stores one can find the season’s collection at discounted prices.  As mentioned in previous blogs, the sales seasons in France are regulated …

Switzerland, as everyone knows, is noted more for its Swiss accounts and very strict banking secrecy laws rather than its rock culture.  Yet, it’s these Swiss accounts and its Fortress Knox privacy protection laws that have attracted celebrities, …

After all the usual frantic running around for last minute presents, missing ingredients for Christmas dinner and final touches for your home decorations, we hope that you finally had time to wind down and enjoy the festive season …