New York City is one of the biggest, most vibrant, multicultural cities on earth. So it makes a pretty perfect holiday destination, especially for a weekend away.  But there’s so much to do and see it can be difficult to decide where to focus your attention. And one thing’s for sure – you don’t want … Read more
The plan is always to save a little at the end of the month, pay down those debts and move on with your life but something always seems to come up and those debts are beginning to get you down. The problem with credit card and loan debt is the interest. It quickly mounts up … Read more
These days it feels like Christmas is always just around the corner. You get through the festive season just to hear talk about the next. Whilst some love and embrace this, many find it overwhelming and frustrating. It can be especially difficult when you hear this echoed all around. Even if you manage to avoid … Read more
You may go on various adventures with the family, and, if you got young kids, perhaps you want to crystallize this time, so they can look back and see what they were like as children and you can remember those fond memories. As such, a memory box is one of those little items that can … Read more
In today’s world, options are paramount. There is an expectation that we all work, raise a family, lead multi-faceted social lives and somehow look after our own personal wellbeing too. The reality is that we should set cultural expectation aside and not take on more than we can manage, but of course this is not … Read more
Life is full of unexpected moments. Sometimes gigantic and monumental, others small and subtle. Whether good or bad, we all find ourselves in surprising moments sometimes. However, whilst a nice little win in life might feel fab, the wrong type of surprises can be extremely nerve-wracking and lead to extreme stress, anxiety and difficulty sleeping … Read more
Now, I am the first to admit that I am not a regular cyclist. However, I do love being outdoors and I also like a challenge! So when Inntravel set a cycling adventure challenge; to explore my local area by bike, creating a cycle route, then share what I discovered, I was more than happy to … Read more
Have you ever heard of the Diderot Effect? Named after the French philosopher Denis Diderot, this phenomenon refers to the tendency for people to buy a new item, which then leads to the desire to buy more complementary items. This can create an endless cycle of overconsumption and materialism. But, it can also be seen as a positive force, as it can drive innovation and creativity. To avoid falling prey to the Diderot Effect, become aware of it, analyze the total cost of purchases, reduce exposure to marketing messages, buy into the upcycling trend, and recognize that there will always be upgrades to be had.
Winter is coming, with that comes more risk when travelling but of course, you should always be prepared. Trouble can strike at any time and it always helps to be prepared. Whether travelling alone, or with the children, there are some essentials that you should always have on hand before heading out, especially on a … Read more