Can you truly understand a culture from your armchair? Michael Palin, the man who has opened up the world in 80 days, pole to pole, the Sahara, the Pacific Rim countries, the Himalayas, and ‘New Europe‘, is back with a new documentary travelogue series from Channel 5: ‘Michael Palin in North Korea‘. North Korea has long been a country of mystery, secrecy, and fear. Since … Continue reading North Korea: Michael Palin’s new travel adventure
The autumnal weather may have changed overnight in the UK this week, but there are other more positive signs of Autumn in October, and one of them is liquid gold; Oktoberfest is back, and with more and more satellite events happening all over the world, we thought we’d go back and check out the original. In the UK, I have distant memories of putting tinned … Continue reading Oktoberfest Munich: The Supreme Beer Festival
The Mighty Redcar is a shining example of the power of documentary television: Sweeping vistas of the North Yorkshire coast; industrial backdrops; engaging characters plucked from the 35,000 residents; real lives. With Amazon Prime, an Unlimited Cineworld ticket, and a Todoist list competing with my inbox for most unticked items – it may seem strange that I’ve found time to indulge my documentary passion. But … Continue reading Mighty Redcar: Recommended docu-series
Wasim Bux is from the personal insurance provider, iGO4. Here, he discusses five home renovations, about which you’ll need to tell your home insurance provider. Renovating can be a great way to add some extra value to your home and give you and your family a better living situation, as well as a more enjoyable house to come back to. But, when taking on a … Continue reading 5 home renovations to tell your home insurance provider about
As we head into the last weeks of summer, and you can enjoy the autumn garden, many of us will be doing everything we can to soak up the last of the warm weather. One of the best ways to do this is to create a garden snug: this will provide the perfect spot to relax and socialise as the nights draw in. With the … Continue reading Garden Snug: How to create an outdoor cosy space
So, you’ve moved into a new house or are getting tired of your current décor and have decided to start renovating your space. You’ve set up countless Pinterest boards, decided exactly what you want to keep and get rid of, and have the perfect mental picture of what your home’s going to look like once the work’s been done. But, if you’ve watched any renovation … Continue reading 3 money-saving tips for your first home renovation
