Having your first baby is an exciting time that’s filled with planning and organising for the new person about to enter your life. From choosing a name, to getting a nursery ready and buying everything you will need, the list is seemingly endless and you will need to have finances in place to make sure you can provide everything that is required. From birth through…
Many companies ask employees to drive on the business’ behalf, but if you are a business owner you should be aware of the implications of someone driving on company business, even if it is only a one minute journey. According to a special report supported by Road Safe, a partnership between the UK motor and transport industry’s leading companies, road safety specialists and the government;…
Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland, is known to many as a gritty and industrious destination but don’t let that put you off. Its history as an industrial powerhouse has given the city the vibrant characteristic that can be seen in both its buildings and its people. In addition, Glasgow’s sights and shopping are as good an excuse as any to experience the charm of…
For many years now there has been an increasing investment in the quest for greener cars. This has mainly focused on fuel and how we can find a cheaper and cleaner alternative to the tradition of petrol and diesel, as is currently used by hundreds of millions of cars across the world. In recent years, Liquefied Petroleum Gas — LPG as it’s most commonly known…
Going on a break with the family over Christmas is a great way to enjoy the holidays. You can take yourself off to somewhere where perhaps the weather is more generous than what the UK can offer during this time of year. Furthermore, you can even visit a destination that promises snow and have that traditional white Christmas. But planning how you will make your…
If you are interested in combining a bit relaxation with French culture, then travelling to Paris to experience a luxury spa break is the perfect way to exploit what this popular city has to offer. Indeed, you can spoil yourself in some of the world’s most opulent beauty parlours and you won’t even have to miss out on any of the famous sights. When you’ve…
It may seem morbid, but death is a part of life and something which is sadly inescapable. Everyone will die eventually and that is why it can pay to be pragmatic about the fact we are all mortal. However, while we are alive we should not spend hours dwelling upon our mortality; instead we should endeavour to make a few strategic preparations beforehand to protect…
Before taking to the open road, any prospective motorcycle rider without a full motorcycle driving licence must undergo compulsory basic training (CBT); an initiative introduced in 1990 in an attempt to cut the alarming accident rate amongst inexperienced riders. This training course must be completed before any rider can venture out with L-plates (or D-plates in Wales) on public roads. The CBT is authorised by…
With its island setting, Mauritius has historically been the perfect stop for sailors – indeed it is believed to have been first discovered by Portuguese sailors as far back as 1507, however, it was Dutch sailors in 1598 who really took a shine to this wonderful island. The docking port itself was named ‘Grand Port’, whilst the island was christened ‘Prins Maurits’ after the famous…
Everybody loves reminiscing about childhood loves — whether it’s favourite cartoons, music groups or books. The feel-good sensation brought on by nostalgia is beaten by no other — which is why so many nostalgia-based, retro products are available today, from printed clothes to tin lunchboxes, comics and films. In recent years, the buzz has been all about superhero movies. With successful first-time cinematic releases for…