Archive for the 'places to visit' Category

Potsdam, Germany

Sunday, August 23rd, 2009

Today I spent most of the day planning my trip to Berlin. One of the places I am planning on visiting is Potsdam.
I read that there is a beautiful park there, and it’s worth visiting whilst in Berlin, considering that it is only around 30 mins away by train! Large parts of this unique work [...]

Trips to Berlin and North Italy

Sunday, August 9th, 2009

At the moment I’m so looking forward to September!! At the end of this month I am off on a work trip/short holiday to Berlin, and then mid-September I am off on a holiday trip to North Italy
In my first trip to Berlin, I will be staying in the city centre for 6 [...]

London Markets

Sunday, August 9th, 2009

London is renowned for its markets and there are around 90 major street markets in London to choose from. You can buy anything in London’s markets, from cheap eats and fresh produce to art and antiques, to retro and designer fashions. Camden Market and Portobello Market have become top sights visited by tourists. The [...]

Shopping Centres and Department Stores in Dublin

Saturday, July 11th, 2009

Arnott’s Department Store
Henry Street, Dublin 1
T: 00353 1 805 0400 www.arnotts.ie
Dundrum Town Centre
Sandyford Road, Dundrum, Dublin 16
T: 00353 1 299 1700 www.dundrum.ie
Transport: LUAS Green Line
Bus 44 (Townsend Street)
Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
Fonthill Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 22
T: 00353 1 616 0200 www.liffeyvalley.ie
Travel: 78A/78/210/239
Powerscourt Townhouse Centre
59 South William Street, Dublin 2
T: 00353 1 679 4144
www.powerscourtcentre.com
St. Stephens Green Shopping [...]

Markets in Dublin

Saturday, July 11th, 2009

Blackrock Market
19a Main Street, Blackrock, Dublin
T: 00353 1 283 3522
www.blackrockmarket.
Temple Bar Book Market
Temple Bar, Dublin 2
T: 00353 1 677 2255
www.templebar.ie
George’s Street Arcade
South Great George’s Street, Dublin 2
www.georgesstreetarcade.ie

London Literature Festival

Monday, June 29th, 2009

From 2 to 16 July, the London Literature Festival will be held in London’s Southbank Centre. This festival will feature both emerging talents and established ones. There will be specially commissioned performances, readings from prize-winning authors and poets, interactive and improvised writing events, music, poetry and debates. Headline acts include Benjamin Zephaniah, Sarah Waters, Vikram [...]

Things to do in London

Sunday, May 31st, 2009

If you’re looking for some tips on things to do in London, then have a look at this things to do in London guide
They are divided in categories, such as events and exhibitions, galleries and museums, food and drink, theatres shows and concerts, tours and guided walks, amongst others. The good thing is that you [...]

Top things to do in London

Saturday, May 30th, 2009

I must say, I simply love visiting London! I never get enough of visiting There’s so much to do, you simply cannot explore London and all the activities it offers in just one short break. So, if you’re planning on visiting for a short break, then here’s the top things to do whilst in [...]

Top 5 islands - Gozo

Saturday, May 30th, 2009

Recently I came across a post about the top 5 best Islands to live on.
So if you’re planning your next holiday, and you’re looking for a relaxing break away from the hustle and bustle of big cities and a break from every day routine, then why not consider a short break on one of these [...]

London Parks and Open Spaces

Thursday, April 9th, 2009

This morning I came across a very good link to a database of parks and open spaces in London. You can search by Borough, and you can also filter your search by various criteria. For each park, there is some general information, the address, plan, opening hours and park facilities.
Very helpful indeed. Have a look [...]