5 steps to take before your first active holiday
Booking your first active holiday can be an exciting prospect, taking you to new heights — not just in terms of the stunning views you’ll come across, but also the increase to your fitness levels. Despite how fit you are currently, an active holiday is demanding both...
Why San Diego is the perfect golf destination
words Alexa Wang Choosing the perfect golf destination can be a challenge. While the courses are important, they’re not the only factor that you have to consider. After all, you’re not going to be spending all of your time on the golf course. If you’re going to be...
Summer to remember – What to pack for music festivals in UK 2018
words Alexa Wang Summer is coming. For some people, this is barely a reason for joy: why should you be happy when you know the sun is actively trying to burn you alive? On the other hand, some people are expecting summer like a breath of air and there is only one...
The rise of the art inspired graphic tee
The rise of the art inspired graphic tee - words Alexa Wang T-shirts are becoming an increasingly popular way for individuals to express themselves – whether by wearing their favourite band’s most recent tour shirt or by wearing a garment that boasts a slogan that...
Life imitates art: How shop mannequins have influenced body image
For the past hundred years or so, the history of shop mannequins has paralelled the history of fashion. Since they were first introduced in the mid-nineteenth century, mannequins have undergone significant and era-defining changes in shape. Today, they reflect...
Six world famous dishes you should master at home
It’s common for parents to teach their kids how to cook delicious meals. Unfortunately, everything you learn to cook usually comes from your own culture. It means you need to visit expensive restaurants all over the city when you want to sample other delights. Why...
How to become a connoisseur on new & old world wines
While many people enjoy a glass of wine, fine wines still have a certain air of mystery about them. To become a connoisseur takes years but you have to start somewhere. There are many factors that distinguish fine wines, including price and vintage, but the area where...
Where to go for your pre wedding party and what’s it going to cost?
words Alexa Wang A stag or hen do is a big part of the wedding process for many brides- and grooms-to-be. Despite the pre wedding party often being a ‘last night of freedom’ for future husbands and wives, many pre-wedding parties are now extending over long weekends...
Know your jeans – how to choose the style that’s best for you
With the trends of SS18 making their way into our wardrobes, it’s time to decide which trends you are going to jump on board with when it comes to your jeans. We all love denim in our closets, as it’s comfortable, easy-to-style and can be dressed up or down. But, when...
Mix business travel with leisure without jeopardizing either
Business travel for the first timer is always exciting and thrilling but for those whose job profile consists of meeting clients over and over again, this may become a monotonous work. You may feel bored to visit the same place again and again, and you are not certain...
Novotel: London Blackfriars Review
There are so many hotels to choose from when planning a London trip that it’s really difficult to hone it down to make that final selection. But if you’re looking for something that ticks a load of different boxes, you really could not do much better the Novotel...
Joud – A film that journeys into the heart of Saudi Arabia
Joud is a film, currently showing at Cannes, which looks at the landscapes and spirit of Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia is a desert kingdom and has often been an elusive and mysterious place for many of us in the west. Yes, it is mainly desert but there is a varied flora...
New Town Utopia – Interview with director Christopher Ian Smith
New Town Utopia - Interview with director Christopher Ian Smith - words Paul Risker A journey through the memories of the artists, musicians, poets and residents of Basildon, Essex, filmmaker Christopher Ian Smith’s New Town Utopia paints a picture of utopian dreams...
Bruges Triennial 2018: Artists of the floating world
Words: Chris Zacharia ‘If we had tried to do this a few years ago’ jokes Till-Holger Bolchert. ‘the answer wouldn’t have just been ‘no’. You would’ve been exiled’ Bruges’ Triennial has not come easy. First founded in the 1970s, this artistic takeover of Bruges’...
Top things to pack for a caravan holiday
If you’re heading off on a caravan staycation this year, it helps to ensure you’re going prepared. Caravan holidays can be a lot of fun, but they can also turn into a nightmare without the right equipment. To help you make the most of your caravanning experience,...