5 tips on how to plan your ultimate holiday vacation
words Al Woods The thought of planning an ultimate holiday vacation may prove to be overwhelming because of several factors that you need to consider. Whether you are planning for a holiday staycation or a holiday travel, your vacation will go more smoothly if it is...
How to choose watercolor to build pallet?
words Alexa Wang When you start in watercolor, build your palette is an exercise a little vague. We advance at random, we buy boxes of 9, 12 colors watercolor ready but with half that does not necessarily fit us. We do not really know what will...
‘Everyone was very afraid’ How one night in 1989 changed Leipzig forever
Lichtfest Leipzig ‘Of course I had dreams of a free life, ever since I was a child. But until 9th October 1989, I hadn’t believed it possible’ These are the words of David Timm. In October 1989, he was a 20-year-old citizen of Leipzig, living beneath the Soviet...
Student ski trips – organising the ultimate getaway
words Alexa Wang Organising a trip of any kind can lead you into a minefield as you try to please as many people as possible. If you’re organising a ski trip it gets even tougher. The problem is people have very different expectations. And for all you educationalists...
The glamour of Furla
words Alex Wang Furla presents the new bag collection fall/winter 2018-2019, a line full of fashion and feminine innovations that conquer at first glance. In this brand new collection, we can see different Furla bags, from shoulder and bandolier bags decorated to...
Secrets of Berlin (everything you need to know for your visit)
words Alexa Wang Berlin is a city that is as hip as it is friendly. However, there is a lot you probably don't know about this city. Much of which can help enhance your trip. Luckily, that is precisely what the post below is about, so keep reading to find out more....
#StayHuman, the Kimpton’s new way to create connection
There’s a legend surrounding Bill Kimpton. Kimpton, founder and chairman of the global boutique hotel chain bearing his name, would go into the bars of his hotels, order a drink, and chat to the guests. Or he’d stand by the hotel’s entrance, glass of wine in hand, and...
Top 5 exotic honeymoon destinations for romantic experiences
words Al Woods Honeymoon is one of the most special times of your life and it definitely should be memorable. Therefore, spending it at a romantic place the beauty of which would match the beauty of your love is a great idea. The world has many such destinations, but...
Fed up of Christmas? Here are 10 alternative festive treats
Words: Abigail Blasi Had enough of Christmas already? Mix it up in London, where there are plenty of alternative festive delights ranging from sword-swallowing in Leicester Square to Christmas crab in Marylebone. 1. Try a Miracle at Henrietta Hotel The Experimental...
The most beautiful beaches around the world
words Alexa Wang Find out some of the most beautiful beaches around the world that you can easily travel by boarding on one of the ships of Costa Cruises. Sea beaches – no matter how small or big, how beautiful or not so beautiful have an incredible ability to engulf...
Designer brands to look out for in 2020
words Alexa Wang Shopping designer brands in the new year is one of the best parts about a number of the worlds largest fashion shows. Not only do you get to shop the new seasons range from your beloved brands, but there are also a number of up and coming designers...
Looking for a place where a Ministry of Happiness exists? Spend a year in Abu Dhabi
words Al Woods What if we told you that there is a place where a special Ministry was set up dedicated to promoting the happiness of its residents? It’s not a fairy tale: it is simply a part of the UAE’s National Programme for Happiness and Positivity – and only one...
3 video interviews with famous models you need to watch
words Alexa Wang You’ve probably heard it before: the age-old crap that a woman can’t have beauty and brains. We have a sneaking suspicion that anyone still spouting this sexist nonsense in 2019 might be a tiny bit jealous, as we know more than just a handful of...
How to start your own clothing label in 5 steps
words Al Woods A large number of highly successful clothing brands started from very humble beginnings, and you’d be surprised at how many high fashion brands were started by a few friends in a basement. Tommy Hilfiger, for instance, started by buying non-descript...
Why is a private voice lesson helpful?
words Al Woods Did you know the most magnificent instrument is sitting right inside you? Yes, that’s your voice. Singing is a fascinating musical practice around the world. And the reason for this lies because the sound is a fantastic internal instrument that is...