Archive for August, 2009

Celebrate the Caribbean at the Notting Hill Carnival

Bringing the heart of the Caribbean to the streets of West London, the largest street festival is just under a week away. A massive multi-cultural street festival will descend on West London, bringing the streets to life with music, costumes, dancing, floats and festivities. Notting Hill and its surrounding areas will be transformed into the ultimate […]

August 26th, 2009  ·  Uncategorized  ·  No Comments »

Discover Southern Britain: bargain breaks to boost your spirits without breaking the bank!

The second installment (as promised) of our selection of holiday packages to inspire your summer getaway. Not to be out done by the Northern delights of the UK we introduced you to last time. We’re now covering the South of England, starting with the bustling city of Brighton followed by the trendy shores of Cornwall.
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Brighton
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August 19th, 2009  ·  Uncategorized  ·  No Comments »

Bucking the Economic Downturn with Bikini-clad Baristas

One LA-based coffee shop is baring all in an effort to beat the economic downturn by enticing customers with baristas dressed in the less than traditional uniform - bikinis. Is Bikini Espresso Café a clever niche-marketing idea, or is it stereotypical exploitation of women, masquerading as a smart business move? Unsurprisingly, it is aimed at attracting […]

August 12th, 2009  ·  Uncategorized  ·  No Comments »

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