Gifts for the quintessential British gentleman

Finding a gift for the quintessential British gentleman can be tough. With his refined taste and penchant for luxury, socks simply won’t cut it this year. If you’re struggling to buy for the lord of the manor, take a look at our selection of timeless gifts below:

Hand-built watches

Few gifts can wow as much as a Roger W. Smith watch. The painstaking process takes roughly six months, with the hand-built… Read more »


Ready for the New Year’s Fireworks?

Huge parties, champagne and comfort food are all indispensable parts of the New Year’s celebration. But the most iconic tradition of the night between the years is fireworks. Originally meant to scare evil spirits away, ensuring welfare and health for the year ahead. In time fireworks have become a tradition, evolving from a spirit-ousting ritual into a spectacular show painting the night sky in colors. But some shows are more spectacular than others. There are… Read more »


Schooling Differences Around the World

Regardless of who you are and of where you live, education is important. And while it may be equally crucial all over the world, the harsh truth is that there are a lot of schooling differences from one country to the other. What are some of the largest differences in how schooling happens in different places on Earth? We have gathered some of the most important things you should know about this – so read… Read more »


Spend A Spectacular Long Weekend In France

If you are thinking about going away soon, why not head over to the beautiful and varied country of France. There, you’ll experience great food, dazzling sights and spectacular moments. If you do go to France, I’ve got some great tips for what you should be doing and where you should stay.

Heading To The South?

If you’re journeying to the south of France, you will be surrounding… Read more »


Revealed: Best Tricks To Get Your New Business Off The Ground

Starting a new business is a truly exciting time in any entrepreneur’s life. However, stepping into the unknown can be scary. A large percentage of startups fail to make it past year one, and getting yours off the ground is arguably the hardest challenge of all.

But these five tips can help you do just that. Once you get through the difficult first phase, you should be on the road to success.

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The Future of Alternative Fuel Vehicles

British motor retail dealership Motorparks has shone the spotlight on the diverse market that now exists with alternative fuel vehicles in its new infographic. Take a look at the visual below and read about the recent successes that have been achieved for both electric- and hydrogen-powered vehicles, as well as learn how both concepts were actually first looked into way back in the early 1800s. Vehicles powered by compressed natural gas (CNG), biodiesel and ethanol… Read more »


The Best Christmas Markets in Europe

It’s almost Christmas and while it might be too late for you to plan an overseas Christmas now, it’s never too early to think about next year. There’s lots of reasons why it’s a great idea to spend Christmas overseas, from getting to experience a new culture (and their often fascinating Christmas traditions), to exploring exciting Christmas markets and – of course – visiting friends and family overseas.

One of my favourite things to do… Read more »


Is it Time for a New Car?

One of the biggest questions people ask themselves when they’re looking to buy a new car is whether to buy new or used. There’s no simple answer to this question and the best way to summarise the answer is: “it depends”. It depends on your budget, how much money you have, what your credit rating is like, how long you intend to use the car and what kind of requirements you have. Regardless of whether… Read more »


Road Travel Tips in the EU

Road trips through Europe are a perfect way to really experience another country, and self-driven holidays are becoming increasingly popular. A survey conducted by the AA found that 11% of members were planning to take their own car on holiday, and even more people rent a car when they are on holiday. There are plenty of guides out there about what to watch out for when driving in Europe – like… Read more »


Tips for Buying Landscape Art

There’s no better feeling than walking away with a new piece of art that you know is going to perfectly match your home, office or business space. A good piece of art can totally transform the feeling of the room, brighten it up and make you feel more at home. Obviously the word “good” is subjective when it comes to landscape art, but we have some suggestions of ensuring you buy landscape art that… Read more »