Jimi St.Pierre

Holidays In South Africa - Unique, Unusual, Accessible

Every spring in the usually-barren deserts of Namaqualand, a mass of colours emerges from the parched landscape. The wildflowers have arrived - 1,000 of the 3000 species unique to the area - making this a unique springtime haven for knowledgeable travelle... Read >

Iceland: What's On Offer For Your Next Holiday?

Iceland has recently been in the news for its banking crisis and for the activity of its Eyjafjallajokull volcano. And it is probably fair to say that, when thinking about Iceland, what comes to mind hot springs, geysers, the somewhat eccentric pop singer... Read >

Sweden - Holidays in Unspoiled Landscapes

The wilderness landscapes of Sweden remain one of Europe's best kept secrets for those looking for an away-from-it-all holiday break. In Sweden you have one of the biggest, most beautiful wilderness landscapes in Europe and possibly the world: a natural p... Read >

Cyprus - Authentic Holidays, Sustainable Lifestyles

These days, holidaymakers are looking beyond the standard beach and tour packages to discover more about the destination beyond the glossy travel brochure. The Mediterranean island of Cyprus is leading the way with a number of initiatives which are now fi... Read >

All Those Cheap Flights & Holidays - Where Did They Go?

It was not so very long ago, that we could all grab a holiday or flight bargain by waiting until the last day or two before departure. Now this joy has all but disappeared. Here is an outline of the factors which have made this happen. The main driver... Read >

Cyprus - Why Go To The Usual Resorts?

When deciding on Cyprus for a holiday, most visitors go for the larger and more famous resorts on the south and west coast of the country. However, But there is a much less-frequented area, with one of the best beaches in Cyprus, located only a half-hour ... Read >

Holidays in Turkey - More Success, More Progress

The Turkish Tourism and Culture Office (TCCO) is reporting a continuing growth in visitors to the country. For 2010, the TCCO says that over 28 million tourists came to Turkey, with 2.7million of these originating from the UK - a 10% increase on the 2009 ... Read >

Family Ski Holidays - Getting It Right

The popularity of skiing holidays continues unabated. But for those who have enjoyed school trips and holidays with friends can often find the idea of family skiing holidays somewhat daunting. How to have the peace of mind to actually enjoy the slopes - a... Read >

Malta - Accessible Holidays, All Year Round

In spite of becoming part of the Eurozone, with all the implications for higher costs due to the Euro exchange rate in recent times, Malta remains attractively-priced for UK and Non-Eurozone visitors. In particular from the UK, an increase in available no... Read >

Australia Stopovers: Middle East Ideas

The trip from the UK to Australia or New Zealand can be made more rewarding by enjoying a few days' stopover, and of course there are many options to consider. One of these are several Middle East countries, all served by high quality airlines from London... Read >

Seychelles: Affordable Holidays Year-Round

A current campaign by the Seychelles Tourism Board in the UK highlights the fact that, though long-haul from the UK and Europe, the islands represent a diverse and affordable holiday option. Called "Affordable Seychelles", the campaign highlights the fact... Read >

Oman - Up and Coming Holiday Destination

Coming quietly into focus as a fascinating and rewarding Middle East holiday alternative to the altogether more commercial, thrusting destination of Dubai is Oman - not a long drive from its more highly-promoted neighbour in the bordering Emirates, but a ... Read >

Buildings and Office Security Systems - Window Safety

All office refurbishment projects are an opportunity to review all aspects of buildings and office security. There is a huge variety of security and alarm systems available for internal and external office security. Here is a focus on window security fil... Read >

Office Doors - Some Ideas For Your Office Refurbishment

Any office refurbishment project is very likely to include a review of office door requirements - including health and safety regulations as well as functionality and aesthetics. This review presents some key office door types, each of which addresses par... Read >

Office Ceilings - Make Them Something to Look Up To!

Any office refurbishment project is very likely to involve a new look at how your office ceilings blend with the new plans. This review presents some key office ceiling types each of which addresses particular needs and budgets for your office upgrade amb... Read >