Published on Monday, January 30, 2012 by James Mason Headed by Dieter Morszeck, Rimowa luggage is a leader in the world of luggage. Working under the slogan of handcraft meet high tech, this German line is sold the world over. Such well known companies like Porsche cars and Lufthansa partner with this luggage giant. Leaders in their field of luxury luggage, Rimowa luggage delivers a quality product incorporating the ...

Published on Saturday, January 21, 2012 by Jemma Stevens Bristol is an attractive University City, located in the South West of the UK. Every year over nine million people visit the City. Tourism in Bristol is steadily increasing and it is amongst the the top 10 places to go in the UK. Bristol is an easy place to access thanks to its great train, road and international airport links. The City is vibrant and diverse with...

Published on Thursday, January 19, 2012 by Steven Garner Bristol is seen as the informal capital of the West Country of England and is the 8th largest city in the UK. Its estimated population is 433,100 (2009) and in the larger urban area 1,070,000 (2007). The Royal Charter was obtained in 1155 and later in 1373 it was granted county status. Bordering Bristol are the counties of Somerset and Gloucestershire. Its closeby c...

Published on Saturday, January 14, 2012 by Jose Mauricio Maurette Cuba is such a big Island that it makes it ideal for multi centre holidays. There is so much to do and see that sometimes - depending on the itinerary - 2 weeks are not enough. Because Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean, it has many attractions that separate it from the rest of the countries in the area: beautiful beaches, colourful Flora and Fauna, lush v...

Published on Friday, January 13, 2012 by Martin Rochester Bristol has an approximate population of 433,100 in 2009, and a lbigger urban area of 1,070,000 in 2007. It is the 8th largest city in the UK and is the informal capital of the West Country of England. It obtained the Royal Charter in 1155 and county status was granted in 1373. HistoricalBath, Gloucester and Cardiff are its nearest cities. Bordering Bristol are the ...

Published on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 by George Roberts Lots of us dream of taking the plunge and relocating abroad in the hope of an improved quality of life. The beautiful Algarve has traditionally been the favourite with expats, however Central Portugal is increasingly popular and benefits from cheaper property and a lower cost of living.Portugal is in the South West of Europe. Portugal is a relatively small country. ...

Published on Sunday, December 18, 2011 by Oliver Truman Many daydream of a new life in a village in Central Portugal where they can slow down, live the good their life and enjoy great quality locally grown produce. In Lagares, Central Portugal you will discover a small village with a variety of local deliveries of fresh produce available. This charming and welcoming traditional community is beautifully situated close eno...

Published on Friday, December 16, 2011 by Jemma Stevens At the tip of of Cornwall is Penzance, the nearest town to Lands End. Penzance originally had a chapel near to its harbour so was first known as 'Pen Sans' in traditional Cornish dialect, which means Holy Headland. Penzance and surrounding area were renowned centuries ago as being the favoured haunt for pirates. Penzance itself has a deep heritage, dating back hund...

Published on Thursday, December 15, 2011 by Taylor Swanse The Pirates of Penzance is one of the most commonly played Gilbert and Sullivan operas and was their fifth collaboration, it is a light comedy opera which is split into two acts. On the 31st December 1879, the show had its official premiere in the Fifth Avenue Theatre, New York. It was an immediate hit. Its very first London production was seen at the Opera Comique ...

Published on Sunday, December 11, 2011 by Kenny Lacey The most frequently played Gilbert and Sullivan opera is The Pirates of Penzance, a light comedy opera. In December 1879, the show had its official premiere in the Fifth Avenue Theatre, New York. It was an instant success. In London on 3rd April 1880, it's first UK production was presented at the Opera Comique. Amongst many modernised productions of the play since t...