Archives by Tag 'Shopping'

Top 5 Christmas Shopping Destinations in Europe

By rebecca - Last updated: Thursday, November 1, 2012

Paris It feels that including Paris on any list about shopping is mandatory, and it’s no surprise that it features here. Any type of store that you can think of, you’ll find here and with places like the shopping arcade Palais Royal, Marché St Pierre and Lafayette Maison, you’ll quickly realise why Paris is regarded as one [...]

Shop Abroad Till You Drop

By rebecca - Last updated: Friday, October 12, 2012

With shopping, going into the same place and knowing what to expect can wear thin pretty quickly and let’s face it, sometimes the joy of shopping is discovering a new place and just exploring. So what better way to do that then to plan a quick shopping trip away and find goods that you couldn’t [...]

New York – The Big Apple

By rebecca - Last updated: Thursday, June 21, 2012

New York is probably the most famous city on earth and has so much to offer as a city break location, from Broadway shows to a huge variety of restaurants, stores and museums as well as dozens of tourist attractions. The Big Apple is one of those dream destinations that has a unique vibe that’s [...]

The fashion capitals of Europe

By julien - Last updated: Wednesday, March 16, 2011

The hub of fashionistas and models worldwide, choose from a number of iconic uber-sleek cities for the perfect shopping spree weekend in Europe. For a longer trip, consider car hire in Europe and tick off all the fashion hot-spots on the way. Flights to Europe are immensely accessible these days so get on board. Haute [...]

Top things to do in London

By julien - Last updated: Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Fancy a cuppa? For most, London is synonymous with tea and biscuits, the Queen, historical sights and the tube. However, the real London city breaks reveal diverse cultures and religions, a fantastically rich nightlife and outdoor spaces that stretch green for miles. London flights are regular and London hotels cater for all budgets and purposes. [...]

Shopping for Diamonds in Antwerp

By julien - Last updated: Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Diamonds Are Forever in Antwerp. Diamonds from Antwerp are some of the best in the world and Antwerp diamond city breaks are magical. Find out how the diamonds are prepared using both traditional methods and new high-tech equipment, so that the cut, shape and lustre of each diamond speak of nothing but perfection. Antwerp holidays [...]

Design hotels in Tokyo

By Holly - Last updated: Friday, January 21, 2011

Tokyo mixes the ‘old’ and the ‘new’ like no other city. As you wander around its streets you will come across the city’s treasures such as the Imperial Palace and the Meiji Shrine; amongst these popular tourist attractions stand the headquarters of many investment banks and corporations, making the city a major international finance centre. [...]

Gourmet Weekend in Madrid

By Holly - Last updated: Monday, January 17, 2011

Many tourists head to Spain for its sunshine, golden beaches and to enjoy a relaxed, laid-back holiday. Spain is also famous for its paella and tapas, but spend a weekend in Madrid and the culinary possibilities will be endless. Eat your way around Madrid Spain may be famous for its paella and tapas, but spend a [...]

Shopping weekend in Milan

By Holly - Last updated: Monday, January 17, 2011

So many people head to New York for a splurge shopping weekend, but why not venture closer to home with a weekend in Milan? A flight to Milan is a measly two hours compared to the long haul to the Big Apple, so why not give this chic city a go? World-famous shopper Victoria Beckham is [...]

Cheap flight to New York

By Holly - Last updated: Monday, January 10, 2011

Make your dreams come true with a cheap flight to New York! Who hasn’t already taken a holiday in New York a thousand times, in films and in their dreams? With all these cheap flights to New York and a multitude of great hotels in New York to choose from, there’s no excuse not to [...]