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Large film studio now situated in Iceland’s Asbru Enterprise Park

January 29th, 2010 Russell No comments

Asbru Enterprise Park IcelandAsbru Enterprise Park located close to Iceland’s International Airport now accomodates a brand new full size film studio. Atlantic Studios recently opened the film studio that it is, according to Atlantic, large enough to handle the shooting of large complex films such as James Bond movies.

The film studio is located is in a former aircraft hanger of the late american military navel base in Keflavik used during the cold war. The building has been under heavy renovations in the last few months and is now soundproof. Read more…

Soho Grand Hotel: Stylish offer for New York City Fashion Week

January 26th, 2010 Jenny No comments

Tribeca Grand Hotel New YorkNew York, NY – January 14th, 2010 — A special offer for two of downtown New York’s best boutique hotels for the New York City Fashion Week this February. The Soho Grand and Tribeca Grand have extended their exclusive deal for visitors from London – book four nights at either of their Manhattan hotels for stays up to February 28th 2010 and stay for a fifth night for free.

Be in New York on February 11th when fashion’s finest descend upon New York City and the Fall 2010 collections are unveiled. At the Tribeca and Soho Grand Hotels, New York, guests get a taste of the downtown lifestyle; the concierges use their connections to get dinner reservations or tickets to the hottest Broadway shows. Guests at the Soho Grand Hotel and Tribeca Grand Hotel have access to Grandlife’s exclusive New York City guide; read about the newest restaurant openings, listen to the latest in cutting edge music, and find out where to shop for those coveted designer labels.

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Vanity Fair hails the new Bridget Jones: The Dating Detox by Gemma Burgess

January 15th, 2010 Misc. Editors No comments

Dating DetoxNew ‘anti-romantic novel’ chicklit author is interviewed by Vanity Fair on VF Daily. In an exclusive Q&A for Vanity Fair’s VF Daily blog, Gemma Burgess talks about the importance of comedy and her new post-recession heroine.

“For those waiting to option the next Bridget Jones, Gemma Burgess answers back with her anti-romantic novel The Dating Detox (HarperCollins UK). Burgess’s heroine, 28-year-old Sass, is no chain-smoking, binge-eating fashion victim like Bridget. Although Sass does suffer severe hangovers, she cleans up well—shaves both legs simultaneously, dresses like one of Rachel Zoe’s girls, and woos her advertising-agency comrades while she’s still drunk from the night before.” (c) VF Daily, Lauren Sozio
The Dating Detox is the first chicklit book to recognise that for the post-Bridget Jones, post-Carrie Bradshaw, post-credit crunch generation of singles, life isn’t a beautiful, a bitch or a beach. It’s a party. Read more…

Planning 2010: What will your New Year’s Resolution be?

December 11th, 2009 Russell No comments

HappyNewYear34The New Year will soon be upon us and with 2010 fast approaching a chance to turn over a new leaf is on the horizon. January is a time to reflect on the year that’s passed and to pen our goals for the coming 12 months. Regular entries on the nations’ New Year’s Resolution lists include taking up more exercise and giving up those cakes, pies and cigarettes.

Then of course, there are the loftier aspirations, which tend to reflect some of our hidden dreams about alternate careers paths and creative outlets which we’re sure we would be brilliant at, if only we had the chance. These include extravagant things you might not admit to like wanting to construct your own guitar, sew your own brand of soft furnishing for the flat and make your own range of tiaras. Read more…

Hip Hop artist from Sweden releases new Hip Hop, jazz and funk album

December 7th, 2009 Russell No comments

DJ DevastateDJ Devastate has had many years to make a name for himself in Sweden; but his new debut album is threatening to bring the innovative producer/DJ/turntablist’s unique sound to the attention of the whole world.

Hip Hop, jazz and funk fans beware! “Movement/Silence” by DJ Devastate is waiting to inspire and challenge you all! The album is available now at BBE Music Store or iTunes. Read more…

Discover the new anti-romantic comedy: The Dating Detox

November 20th, 2009 Misc. Editors No comments

Gemma Dating DetoxLaunching just in time for New Year’s resolutions, The Dating Detox is the perfect antidote to romance overkill.

The plot:  after being dumped for the sixth time in a row, romantically-challenged heroine Sass declares a dating sabbatical. No men, no break-ups, no problem. The result: instant happiness. A love-free life is stress-free, too. Celibacy rocks. No wonder nuns are always singing.

On the flip side, the dating ban is like catnip to every man in London. She’s never had so much attention in her life. Should she risk her newly-found stability in singledom for what could be the real deal? Or will she choose the rules, rather than risk having her heart broken again? Read more…

The list of things to do in Iceland is as long as the road to Egilsstaðakirkjugarðurinn

November 3rd, 2009 Russell No comments

IcelandIceland is a land famed for its utterly unique landscape, its volcanoes, glaciers, hot springs and towering mountains. There are those who visit to bathe, to hike, or simply for sightseeing; but Iceland has much more on offer than you might imagine.

Iceland has a fascinating history – home to the writers of the Viking sagas, the longest-serving democratic parliament in the world and a vivid folklore tradition – there is a wide variety of ways the tourist can take a closer look. Read more…

Sodexo: Multi retailer gift vouchers this year’s business Christmas gift of choice

November 2nd, 2009 Misc. Editors No comments

Multi retailer gift vouchers business Christmas gift of choiceBecause employers can’t be expected to know what each and every one of their staff would like to receive as a Christmas gift, Sodexo is launching its brand new Christmas campaign ‘Everyone’s Different’. The campaign is aimed at HR and sales promotion professionals with the message that by giving multi–retailer vouchers, you’re giving the gift of choice to your staff and clients this Christmas.

The Director of Sodexo, one of the UK’s largest suppliers of incentives and rewards, says: “The corporate Christmas incentive market is worth over £400 million but I wonder how much of that is wasted on gifts that people just don’t want or need.” Kevin Harrington continues, “It’s a fact that panic and confusion sets in when employers are set with the task of choosing gifts for staff and clients. Yet, by giving someone the option of choosing a gift for themselves with a voucher, you’re not only offering choice but also giving yourself peace of mind that your gift will be appreciated!” Read more…

Rare boxing clips

November 1st, 2009 Misc. Editors No comments

At RareBoxingClips we are proud to be able to offer a massive (and ever-growing) catalogue of rare and classic boxing fights and documentaries at unbeatable prices. Read more…

Copenhagen’s Tivoli lights up in Christmas spirit

October 30th, 2009 Russell No comments

Christmas in TivoliThe Christmas in Tivoli event lights up the Tivoli Gardens every year with miles upon miles of fairy lights that stretch all around the park. Over one thousand eight hundred light chains weave throughout the willows that are situated around The Tivoli Lake, a further five thousand meters branch around the magnificent Christmas Tree that towers in the centre of the garden, captivating the crowds that flock there every year to experience all the amazing festivities that the Danish amusement park has to offer.

In the magical Tivoli Gardens from November through December every year the Christmas in Tivoli festivities take place Read more…