Category: Travel

Discovering London as a Londoners Photography Contest

October 15, 2015

PhotoSpotLand, a startup based at London’s TravelTech Lab, launched “Discovering London as a Londoner” — the first worldwide photomapping campaign of a capital, based on crowdsourcing contributions from residents and tourists alike. PhotoSpotLand’s mobile and web-based tools will allow users to photomap London landmarks, attractions and hidden gems. PhotoSpotLand will give proud Londoners a chance … More Discovering London as a Londoners Photography Contest

Super Cute Video: Kids Imagine “My Dream Coach”

October 7, 2015

Whatever else you may think of coaches, they never really show much imagination on the part of their designers. But then beyond big windows, lots of wheels and a huge space for luggage, what else could there be to add to this ultimate A to B machine? That was the question that holiday company National … More Super Cute Video: Kids Imagine “My Dream Coach”

Edel Assanti – Gordon Cheung: The Abyss Stares Back

October 5, 2015

Gordon Cheung’s second solo exhibition at Edel Assanti examines the relationship between civilisation and conquest. Espousing a bird’s eye view of the present historical moment, Cheung maps our geopolitical landscape within the context of a broader human story, invoking a causal chain that dates back to the dawn of civilisation. The landscapes of Cheung’s works … More Edel Assanti – Gordon Cheung: The Abyss Stares Back

Minicab Fleets Request TfL’s Support to ‘Go Green’ by 2018

September 23, 2015

Yesterday, London’s award-winning licensed minicab app Kabbee, submitted an industry white paper to Transport for London (TfL) on behalf of London’s leading minicab fleets, requesting support to prepare for the introduction of Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), in order to comply with the standards in 2018.* The white paper presents key recommendations in response to TfL’s … More Minicab Fleets Request TfL’s Support to ‘Go Green’ by 2018

Swine and Dine with The Dirty Dozen

September 11, 2015

Twelve dishes, twelve chefs, two teams; but only one can bring home the bacon at this year’s Dingley Dell Pork ‘Flying Visit with The Dirty Dozen’ BBQ Competition on Sunday  27th September at The Leather Bottle, Earlsfield. The 12 course pig-based al fresco battle, using premium pork supplied by Dingley Dell, will see some of the country’s top chefs go … More Swine and Dine with The Dirty Dozen

HOME Manchester Announces New Season of Theatre, Art and Film

September 10, 2015

HOME, Manchester’s international centre for contemporary visual art, theatre and film, has announced its full programme for the new season from October 2015 to March 2016. It features an impressive array of new commissions, productions, collaborations and site-specific work that continues to put the organisation at the forefront of the international arts scene. Season highlights include: … More HOME Manchester Announces New Season of Theatre, Art and Film

Win a Three-Night Voyage to Normandy

September 9, 2015

We’ve joined forces with Brittany Ferries and the Normandy Tourist Board to give one lucky winner and their guest the opportunity to enjoy a 3 night Petit Voyage in Normandy, France’s cider and calvados region. The prize includes return ferry crossings from Portsmouth to Le Havre, overnight stays at the inspiring and beautiful haven of Le … More Win a Three-Night Voyage to Normandy

Vietnam Discovery Festival Brings Viet Nam to London’s South Bank

September 6, 2015

On the weekend of 12 – 13 September 2015, a free festival will see Potters Fields Park on London’s South Bank transformed into a vibrant celebration of Vietnamese culture, cuisine and crafts. Organised by the Embassy of Viet Nam and sponsored by national carrier Vietnam Airlines, Quang Ninh Province and Thien Minh Group, theViet Nam … More Vietnam Discovery Festival Brings Viet Nam to London’s South Bank

The World Halal Travel Summit & Exhibition

September 5, 2015

19th-21st October 2015 ADNEC, Abu Dhabi The World Halal Travel Summit & Exhibition (WHTS15), taking place in Abu Dhabi from the 19th to 21st of October 2015, is the world’s largest, all-encompassing networking, educational and business travel trade event, putting Halal travel buyers and influencers directly in touch with companies and countries looking to grow … More The World Halal Travel Summit & Exhibition