Seven trends that will define African hospitality experiences in 2025 Africa’s hospitality sector has long offered unparalleled experiences to travellers from abroad. This is particularly true for British and European holidaymakers. Almost 150,000 European tourists had visited South Africa by February 2024 and this year’s United Nations Tourism Report notes increasing European interest in East and West Africa destinations. British and German tourists are trendsetters from their respective regions, their changing values and preferences set the tone for those seeking meaningful and immersive experiences that resonate with modern environmental, social, and cultural values. These trends line up well with what…
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Colder weather is forecast this week for much of the country, as the temperatures start to plummet after a mild start to autumn. As the weather turns wintery, millions of people across the UK will be looking for ways to save money on their energy bills. An expert from MyBuilder.com, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, has put together a helpful guide to achieve that goal, with hacks from hot water cylinder jackets to more substantial work such as improving insulation. Painting radiators, he said, will not save you money on heating bills, but does work well with the current trend…
KEV SHERRY SINGLE “EVERYTHING A MOTHER COULD WANT” 15th November 2024 via Witchworld Records Album “Wrath Of Can” out early 2025 “Exciting, creative shapeshifting.” – BBC Radio Scotland “An indie-pop delight from start to finish, with poignant lyricism.” – UK Artist of the Week, The Vinyl District Kev Sherry, lead singer for the cult, critically acclaimed Scottish indie-rock four-piece Attic Lights (Island Records, Elefant Records), and prolific solo musician and graphic novelist now releases his solo single “Everything A Mother Could Want” – the next single release from his highly-anticipated forthcoming album “Wrath Of Can”: due to land in early 2025. The ‘comic strip’ video for this is something…
Left to Right: Breeze Spa at Amari Phuket, and the pool at Amari Bangkok Amari, the distinguished hotel and resort brand under ONYX Hospitality Group, is delighted to offer travellers the ultimate blend of adventure and relaxation with a 14-night twin-centre holiday package in Thailand, starting from just £1,949 per person, including flights. Available to book with Trailfinders, this exceptional journey combines the vibrant pulse of Bangkok with the tranquil allure of Phuket, providing two contrasting yet complementary experiences in one trip. Guests will immerse themselves in the dynamic urban culture at Amari Bangkok before unwinding in the tropical paradise of Amari…
Texas based Sarah Ivette Morales makes for a compelling and inspiring interview. She describes herself as “a novice author who took a leap of faith.” After having worked nearly a decade and a half as a dedicated teacher, when her two daughters were born she made the decision to transition to life as a stay-at-home mother. But then something she never expected, happened. As Sarah puts it, “Cancer was not on the agenda.” Instead of despairing as so many others might have done, Morales took up the pen and started writing, turning her pain into a labor of love, determined…
Norm is recognised as a leader in Bridging the Data Privacy and Security Gap, delivering a comprehensive solution to address the dual challenges NormCyber, the cyber and data risk management specialist, has today announced it has been crowned a winner at the 2024 PICCASO Awards Europe for ‘Bridging the Data Privacy and Security Gap’. The PICCASO Awards celebrate the organisations and individuals making a marked difference in the privacy and information security industry. At a ceremony held at London’s JW Marriott Grosvenor House, the judges commended the robust and interconnected nature of Norm’s services that alleviate the dual burdens of…
Get ready for a festive experience like no other! The LEGO Group invites fans to host their ultimate holiday celebration with The LEGO Brickmas Party – and you could be the lucky winner! This Christmas, The LEGO Group has teamed up with comedian and LEGO-super fan Rob Beckett to announce its new festive nationwide competition, The LEGO Brickmas Party. Winners will have the chance to have a private holiday party at the LEGO Store Leicester Square; they’ll get the store entirely to themselves and can bring up to nine guests along for the fun! You’ll be invited to explore the…
Santa Claus is coming to Southside Shopping Centre this Christmas, spreading festive magic in and around the centre. The Wandsworth-based shopping centre is set to introduce a Santa’s Grotto, which promises to bring joy, wonder and Christmas cheer to families and children throughout the festive season. Children can get in to the Christmas spirit at the one-of-a-kind experience which will feature crafts with the Christmas elves and the chance to decorate their own bauble, before heading to see the jolly man in red in his cosy Christmas cabin to share their wishes and snap a keepsake photo. Each child will…
Bumble, the women-first dating app, has today released its latest predictions to help singles take their connection from DM to IRL. Research from more than 40,000 Gen Z and millennial Bumble members around the world* has revealed that dating is evolving with people feeling positive about the realities of finding the right relationship. Bumble’s hot take? While dating discourse has varied in the last year, one thing remains true: dating never left and isn’t going anywhere, but our approaches to relationships are changing in a notable way. Bumble’s 2024 trends saw singles rejecting the constant strive for perfection, discarding outdated timelines, and placing more value on emotional vulnerability…
New FOI data exposes a shocking surge in tool theft across the nation, with some boroughs seeing increases of up to 88% in the past two years. Security experts, Safe.co.uk, warns the cities which need to be more vigilant. Don’t be fooled by a seasonal pattern. These thefts are a year-round threat, costing tradespeople dearly. Anthony Neary, security expert from Safe.co.uk, analysed the data and found that peak construction months like June (1,838) September (1,905 thefts), October (1,867), experienced a surge in incidents. This translates to a significant financial burden for those targeted. London has recorded over 34,712 tool thefts within this period,…