Lisa Jeeves

A vivacious and charming host, Barcelona opens her arms to visitors from all over the globe. For those looking to enjoy the renowned luxury leisure culture of the city, there's a host of fantastic...

As one of the important four Cs, the colour of a diamond engagement ring needs to be factored into any final decision. In contrast to sapphires, where the colour is the defining factor when choosing...

White gold became a very popular medium in the 1920s and engagement rings made of it were often designed in the new Art Deco style, a response to the modernist movement of experimentation with new...

As one of the most powerful apex predators in the world, Panthera onca, the Jaguar, has no known predator – except, on occasion, man. Almost entirely carnivorous (they've been known to consume the...

A lot of precious gemstones, from diamonds and sapphires to less desired stones, are treated, so it is not considered anything new. This is especially the case with natural emeralds, given that they...

In today’s ever environmentally-conscious and economically-aware world, fuel efficiency is one of the most important factors to consider for any haulage company. Fuel consumption accounts for almost a...

Some people head off overseas on holiday or business trips clutching their EHIC card confident in the belief that it will cover them for any medical costs they might incur.In fact, it’s a little more...

Family travel insurance is essential for families going abroad, at least for those who can't afford to spend hundreds or thousands of Euros when they met any unforeseen trouble. One particular...

Panthera onca, more commonly known as the Jaguar, is the third largest of the big cat family (after the Tiger and Lion) and is a solitary, secretive, and extremely powerful apex predator. While the...

Nowadays, winter sports fans take it for granted that if they fancy a ski break they just need to go online, book a flight and some chalet accommodation in the resort of their choice and they're...

Venice is well known worldwide for its canals and iconic landmarks, a city steeped in history and beauty. Trips to St. Mark’s Basilica and a gondola ride will be staple parts of the itineraries of the...

Sometimes we may think that worldwide travel is only for the rich, but did you know that many people are able to see the world because of travel competitions? Those contests you see advertised are not...

If there’s one thing you can guarantee on selling at all times of the year, it’s gourmet confection. We just can’t help ourselves when it comes to a sweet tooth! Over the years, the confectionery...

Part of experiencing of the culture and heritage of any place to is to taste it. In Bordeaux, this means sampling the area’s many rich wines from one of the oldest and largest growing regions. For...

Most school-age geography students are taught that Switzerland has three languages: French, German and Italian. In fact, Switzerland has four distinct official languages, but the position is not quite...