tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9189465912725458502024-03-10T08:19:44.877+00:00Elizabeth O'Grady | Travel and Lifestyle Blog UKA travel obsessives blog - with a little bit of lifestyle and beauty thrown in for good measure - through the eyes of a 20 something Londoner.hidden-freckleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03874342158863631531noreply@blogger.comBlogger218125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-918946591272545850.post-76958791207009835132016-07-21T00:30:00.000+01:002016-10-02T23:38:15.797+01:00Reasons to visit Catalonia<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a name='more'></a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; line-height: 22.08px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The quickest way to get to this region from London is to fly into Barcelona as the flights are super frequent and run by a lot of airlines. The weather is pretty good all year round, and particularly warm in the summer months as you’d expect, so it’s probably advisable to rent yourself a car upon your arrival in Barcelona, <a href="http://www.primerentcar.com/en/luxury-rental/convertible-car-rent-barcelona" target="_blank">check luxury car rentals in Barcelona like PrimeRent</a> - I think I'd go all out and rent one of the gorgeous convertibles, roof-off to catch the breeze, and the option of roof back down to make the most of the air conditioning after a long day exploring the beauties that this region has to offer. Top tips/locations I've been told about are...</span><br />
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hidden-freckleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03874342158863631531noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-918946591272545850.post-4115470126602724682016-07-19T21:31:00.000+01:002016-07-20T23:53:10.804+01:00Blonde Hair Care - Getting Rid of Brassy Tones<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The entrance fee to the museum was 30 Kuna (approx. £3) - and the exhibition had free Wifi which was also useful for planning my way to my next destination. The museums cafe is pretty good value for a snack - I had a coke and a small meat pastry and that came to 30 Kuna.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Aged 27 myself, I'm starting to notice more fine lines appearing on my face - particularly around my eyes where the skin is thinner. I</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">'m not at the stage of wanting to try anything too invasive - so I've been giving Transformulas Line Filler a go. </span><a href="https://www.transformulas.com/products/face-care-products/linefiller.html" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;" target="_blank">Transformulas Line Filler is an anti-line and anti-ageing skincare product</a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> which aims to target, fill and erase facial lines. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have fairly small lips, so I really want to try the <a href="https://www.transformulas.com/products/lips/lip-volume-original-ice-cool-chinese-peppermint-10ml.html" target="_blank">Transformulas lip volume</a> product - have any of you tried this? </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Sicily is soaked in culture, with many festivals taking place in the towns around the island, each with their own unique history and traditions that go back thousands of years. I was there for a week, and came across 2 different festivals/street parades.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Sicily is also the largest of the Islands in the Mediterranean, and is infused with the wisdom of ages and preserves the crosscultural heritage which has made it the ‘Jewel of the Mediterranean’ since GrecoRoman times.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I had expected Sicily to be over-run with British tourists, but it wasn't at all. The Island feels relatively untouched by tourism and true to its heritage. Next time I visit I'll definitely take the option of <a href="http://www.wishsicily.com/" target="_blank">renting an apartment or a villa in Sicily</a>, as I think that's the closest to the true Mediterranean experience as you can get on a short holiday.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Sicily has some of the best beaches in the Med, including San Vito lo Capo which is near Trapani (you can go scuba diving, sailing, surfing, kayaking... depending on the time of year that you go, there is also an International Kite Festival which would be great for families).</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Other festivals like Vento D’ Amare by the beach of Cefalù and Favignana offer a spectacle of colour and artistic creations built on the sand. Check out also the exotic Aeolians; Spiaggia Bianca (Lipari) with its white sands and warm waters or the volcanic sands of Vulcano.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The island is heaving with with all the treasures of its uniquely well preserved ancient Greek, Roman and Arabic temples, amphitheatres, Norman/Byzantine Cathedrals, and Churches filled with works of art from the best masters of the ancient world and the medieval and Renaissance period. The Palazzo dei Normanni in Palermo, the best collection of ancient Roman Mosaics at <a href="http://www.villaromanadelcasale.it/en/la-villa-romana-del-casale2/la-villa/la-storia-degli-scavi-della-villa-tardoantica" target="_blank">Villa Romana del Casale</a>, the timeless atmosphere of the Baroque medieval towns in the Val di Noto, and the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento are eternal splendours and some of the best preserved examples we have today of the legacy of the ancient world.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Swordfish, prawns, tuna, clams and of course squid from the Mediterranean Sea are some of the best dish specialities served with pasta; pizza with the freshest tomatoes grown in Italy, the Caponata, Cannelloni, Lasagne, cassata and cannoli for dessert, a glass of Nero D’Avola and thirstquenching icy granitas will make Sicily the best gastronomic experience for any food lover. Oh, and the food markets... you must go, I've never seen fish as big (bigger than me!!), and the freshest fruits and vegetables you could possibly imagine. Oh, and the gelato... make sure you fill up on that too.</span><br />
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hidden-freckleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03874342158863631531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-918946591272545850.post-64290113115225997052016-05-11T21:51:00.000+01:002016-05-11T21:51:39.248+01:00Ljubljana Boat Ride<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Whilst you're in Dubrovnik, a variety of tours are available in neighbouring countries. I opted for the <a href="http://www.viator.com/tours/Dubrovnik/Small-Group-Bosnia-and-Herzegovina-Day-Trip-from-Dubrovnik-including-Medjugorje-and-Mostar/d904-5562MEDJUMOSTAR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bosnia and Herzegovina Day Trip from Dubrovnik including Medjugorje and Mostar</a> - several friends of mine had mentioned Mostar to me before I began my travels, and sending a postcard from Medjugorje to my Nan would definitely brighten up her day.</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br /><br />The day started pretty early, I was the first pick up at 7.10am, by the time we'd gone round to all the other hotels it was approx 8am as we headed across the main bridge in Dubrovnik and stopped for a photo opportunity.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Before heading back to Dubrovnik we had a quick stop at <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 22.4px;">Počitelj (</span>Pocitelj), during the Middle Ages<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 22.4px;"> Počitelj <i>was considered the administrative centre and centre of governance of Dubrava župa (county), while its westernmost point gave it major strategic importance. It is thought that the town was built i</i></span><i><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 22.4px;">n 1383. The walled town of Počitelj evolved in the period from the 16th to the 18th centuries. Architecturally, the stone-constructed parts of the town are a fortified complex</span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 22.4px;">, in which two stages of evolution are evident: medieval, and Ottoman.</span></i><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 11.2px; white-space: nowrap;"> [Source Wiki]</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">You might start to notice a theme to my travels so far... IT WAS RAINING - so my photos probably won't look as beautiful as when you Google these places, but I've no regrets for going on the trip. I'll just be sure to pack an umbrella, and some warm clothes for my next day trip.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The trip cost around £45 (well worth it for a full day of travel - covering a huge distance, and a tour guide once you reach Mostar). All you need to pay for during the day is for food and any souvenirs you might want. It's worth noting, that very few restaurants accept credit card in Mostar. The currency in Bosnia and Herzegovina is BAM (Bosnian Mark) - however, many of the shops, restaurants and supermarkets will also accept Euro or Czech Krona so there is no need to change up to BAM if you're just there for a day.</span></div>
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<i><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; line-height: 22.4px;">The prosperity of the city was historically based on </span><span style="background-color: white; background-image: none; color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; line-height: 22.4px;">maritime trade</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; line-height: 22.4px;">; as the capital of the maritime </span><span style="background-color: white; background-image: none; color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; line-height: 22.4px;">Republic of Ragusa</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; line-height: 22.4px;">, it achieved a high level of development, particularly during the 15th and 16th centuries, as it became notable for its wealth and skilled </span><span style="background-color: white; background-image: none; color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; line-height: 22.4px;">diplomacy</span></i><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; line-height: 22.4px;"><i>. </i>[source Wiki]</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Moma Restaurant's concept is to combine a delightful culinary experience with authentic recipes as a nod to times past. The modern interior blends the beauty and purity of the Bulgarian maidens of yore, as seen through the various photos, indulgent embroidery and overall décor.</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="color: #134f5c; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>"<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 26.56px;">The colours of the interior are traditional for the lifestyle of Bulgarian women of the olden days: white – symbolising the purity of maidens, red – symbolising the blood of the mother and the power of the fertile soil, green – symbolising the eternal rebirth and revival, golden – symbolising the Sun, the light and prosperity."</span></i></span><br />
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hidden-freckleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03874342158863631531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-918946591272545850.post-91869774610421642462016-04-21T09:15:00.001+01:002016-04-21T09:15:45.581+01:00Sofia Free Walking Tour - Bulgaria<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Every time I visit a new City, the first thing I do is check out if there is a free walking tour. Walking tours are a great way to get to know an area, in a comfortable and informative environment. The local guides/experts can point out to you not only the history of the City you're in, but also any cultural nuances to be aware of.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">It’s normal to be anxious when you're planning a Solo trip, but there are many steps that you can take to make things a little easier! I'm usually OK with travelling alone, however next year I'm looking at travelling to Asia - and I think I will probably do this via a travel company as its a bigger step than my usual European adventures.</span></div>
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hidden-freckleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03874342158863631531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-918946591272545850.post-14155405067543115972016-04-15T07:00:00.000+01:002016-04-15T07:00:15.355+01:00Kinky Boots at the Adelphi Theatre - Review<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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hidden-freckleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03874342158863631531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-918946591272545850.post-34947086621265580312016-04-12T01:23:00.000+01:002016-04-12T01:23:06.193+01:00Hand to God at the Vaudeville Theatre - Review<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">I would most definitely say that Hand to God is not your average West End play, don't be fooled by the fact that the main characters are puppets - it's dark, gripping, blasphemous and littered with comedic innuendos. Plus its only on until June, so try and get a ticket before the show ends</span></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">...just don't take your Catholic Grandma with you!</span><br />
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hidden-freckleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03874342158863631531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-918946591272545850.post-57702959226020159822016-03-19T22:15:00.000+00:002016-04-03T01:08:07.684+01:00Flaked - Netflix Original Series Review<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Arrested Development is one of my favourite American TV shows - so when I logged into Netflix earlier today and saw there was a new Netflix Original Series 'Flaked' starring (and produced by) Will Arnett I didn't even need to read the bio before clicking play.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The intro into episode 1 was pretty deep... Chip (Will Arnett) is at an AA meeting, and gives us (the audience) a quick bio as to how he got to where he is today:</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">"I came to Venice (USA) by accident, let me rephrase that, I came to Venice because of an accident. 10 years ago I killed a man, it was my fault - there was no excuse for it. See when its left up to me - my best thinking, well, my best thinking thinks its okay to get loaded and get behind the wheel of a car and that's what I did. I took another human beings life, and in the process - destroyed what was left of mine"</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">With such a dark start to episode 1, I didn't expect the series to be so easy to watch. Chip is a pretty relaxed guy (apart from the drinking issues) and spends his time hanging out with his friends Dennis and Cooler, relaxing in coffee shops, playing sports and </span><i style="color: #444444; font-family: 'trebuchet ms', sans-serif;">very</i><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> occasionally working in his shop.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br />Dennis is the more sensible of the duo, and has an underlying jealousy of Chip - despite the fact that Chip has almost no job career prospects he does very well with the women in his life - all of which are noticeably younger, and Dennis is always left alone.<br /><br />It's stated via various characters that Chip is a selfless, always wanting to help others - but there a few times when his 'knight in shining armour' routine seems to slip, such as when he finds out his new friend Topher is actually a millionaire and convinces him to invest in his furniture business. Though when it comes to the crunch, Chip comes clean and doesn't sell out his friends or morals for the investment.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The main love interest in the series is a girl called London who recently moved to town and works as a waitress - of course both Dennis and Chip like her. London goes on a date with Dennis, but only seems to be asking questions about his best friend Chip. Despite it seeming like London is playing games with the boys, there is something vulnerable about her that stops her coming across as a femme fatale.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">In episode 5 London meetings up with an old friend, who calls her 'Claire'. This is the first time that we really start to question London's intentions, and what she is doing in Venice. Then there are more scatterings throughout the series of what seem to be her calling off a wedding.<br /><br />The fact that I binged watched the entire series in one day I think speaks for itself - and I don't want to give too much away, but episode 7... PLOT TWIST!<br /><br />Hopefully Series 2 isn't too far away, though I may need to limit myself to 1 or 2 episodes a week next time...</span></div>
hidden-freckleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03874342158863631531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-918946591272545850.post-41703412138950301082016-02-21T18:41:00.001+00:002016-02-21T19:02:43.036+00:007 Day Sleep Challenge with Holland and Barrett<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">When I got an email to ask if I'd like to partake in the Holland and Barrett 7 day sleep challenge, it could not have come at a better time! 'The Sleeping Bag' from Holland and Barrett contained a variety of products, from bath oils to vitamin supplements and herbal teas. I couldn't try them all in 7 days, but here are a few of my favourites:</span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Caffeine is famed for helping us stay awake… so not the best thing to have just before bed. However, a hot drink and some routine to your evenings can have a calming effect and promote sleep. I'm not actually a tea drinker - and I usually find that hot chocolate can be a little heavy on my stomach just before bed. Despite my preconceptions I tried <a href="http://www.hollandandbarrett.com/shop/product/holland-barrett-creamy-camomile-cocoa-60005949" target="_blank">Holland and Barrett's Creamy Camomile Cocoa</a> which at just 32 calories (as long as you mix with water, not milk) is light enough to enjoy before bedtime. I don't know whether it was the cocoa itself, or the fact that it got me into a routine that made me sleepy every night. Either way, a great way to wind down after a long day in the office.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><a href="http://www.hollandandbarrett.com/shop/product/holland-barrett-stress-relief-passionflower-tablets-60035296" target="_blank">Passion Fruit Stress Relief tablets</a>, we all go through periods of time in our lives that are more stressful than others - rather than doing nothing, why not give a herbal remedy a try? These tablets aim to promote relaxation and reduce stress. If your stress is longer-term, and you're starting to feel anxious or depressed these of course won't be for you - and are no substitute for seeking medical advice.</span><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><a href="http://www.hollandandbarrett.com/search?query=lavender&isSearch=true#so=sort_topseller&totalNumRecs=119" target="_blank">Lavender relaxing bath oil and temple balm</a> - everybody knows that lavender is relaxing, but sometimes it can smell a little 'granny', what I loved about this bath oil was that it is also contains almond oil, sandalwood and chamomile so smelt a lot more luxe-spa than old peoples home!</span><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Unwinding and having some 'me' time is so underestimated - the environment that we relax and sleep in plays a huge part in determining the quality of our sleep. Neuroscientist Penelope Leis says 'One of the biggest influences on how you sleep is how you feel about your bed or bedroom'. After all, how good is the feeling of fresh sheets and your comfiest pyjamas?</span><span style="background-color: white;"><br /><br />Thanks H&B for all the sleep!</span></span></div>
hidden-freckleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03874342158863631531noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-918946591272545850.post-84292966157623802922016-02-08T00:03:00.001+00:002016-02-08T00:03:49.118+00:00Beauty Bargain: Detox Pamper Pack from ASOS<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #444444;">January Detox? With the best will in the World... that never happened. Hello February, and a Detox we can all partake in, a beauty one! </span></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The </span><a href="http://www.asos.com/beauty-extras/detox-pamper-pack/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=3870325" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;" target="_blank">Detox Pamper Pack from ASOS</a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> is currently on mark-down, at just £6.<br /><br />The 4 sachets all have really cute designs, are all a pretty generous size too, apart from the hair mask (I have thick long hair) there was enough for 2 people to use each of these.</span><br />
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