Archive for April, 2009

 

The importance of modern canvas art in interior design

April 30th, 2009

Decorating, wallpaper and paint costs can amount to a fortune. Labour costs add quite considerably along with wall preparation and the many hidden costs that can occur when decorating, especially the case in older houses. In contrast, a piece of canvas artwork is extremely easy and quick to hang giving instant satisfaction with no hidden [...]

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Combe Martin – The Jewel of North Devon

April 30th, 2009

This stretch of coast was designated an Area of Outstanding Natural beauty in 1959. The North Devon AONB is an area totalling 171 square kilometres, from Marsland Mouth on the Cornish border to Combe Martin. The Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty status means the area is nationally protected for the beauty of its landscape. The [...]

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Bargains to be found at Luxury Lake District hotels

April 30th, 2009

For a number of years now, it has been felt that a holiday in the UK is more expensive than a holiday abroad.
In the past, staying in the UK has been thought of as quite an expensive holiday with many holiday makers choosing to go abroad instead. Cost of accommodation is often more expensive in [...]

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Marbella on the Costa Del Sol

April 28th, 2009

Marbella is situated on the southern coast of Spain, east of Malaga in between Estepona and  Fuengirola.
Marbella is a playground for the rich and famous although in recent years, more affordable holidays have become available. This area attracts visitors from the UK and Ireland but also Northern Europe. This is typified west of the town [...]

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The Costa del Sol

April 28th, 2009

The Costa Del Sol has been a popular holiday destination for UK travellers since the 1950’s.
Situated in the southernmost part of Spain is the area of Andalucia or the Costa Del Sol as most people refer to it as, this area stretches from Nerja to Gibraltar, approximately 150 kilometres.
The climate on the Costa Del Sol [...]

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Western Lake District Accommodation – All Year Round

April 23rd, 2009

Spring time in the Western Lake District - Lambs, daffodils and action galore…
The snow on the fells is giving way to snowdrops. By May, the beautiful Eskdale valley is carpeted in bluebells. But one flower in particular is associated with the Lakes – and you can visit Wordsworth’s house for a fascinating re-creation of his [...]

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The Rise of Self Catering in the Lake District

April 16th, 2009

Self catering is anticipated to be a winner within the tourism industry in the current economic climate.
The appeal of a self catering holiday is growing. A self catering holiday can give a greater freedom and more space for families and allow multiple couples or friends to go away together, splitting costs and creating a good [...]

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