Nicaragua – featuring on a lot of ’emerging hot new’ lists for 2015 – shinesquad’s Alan Greenhalgh and Matthew Devlen take a trip to this colourful, tropical paradise in Central America. Forget Costa Rica — old news. Industry experts are calling Nicaragua the hottest destination in Central America, and one of its best bargains. The WTTC […]
Cured Salmon & Crab – A Beautiful Christmas Day Starter or January Healthy Detox Recipe
October 29, 2014 by 1 Comment
Cured Salmon & Crab Recipe 500g fresh salmon fillet (skin and fat removed, you can ask your fish monger to do this for you) 250g hand-picked white crab meat 2 spring onions 2 red chili 50g chives 25ml olive oil Curing mix for salmon 250g table salt 250g caster sugar 1 star anise Zest 1 […]
The Re-Launched Generator London – “boutique hostel”
April 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The first Generator is located in Russell Square at walking distance from Covent Garden, Regent’s Park and the British Museum, just some of the places you can explore if you don’t have enough to do with the endless list of events, art collaborations and gigs on offer in-house. Originally a police section house, Generator […]
World Travel Market offers cash prize for inspirational start-ups
September 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Technology-driven trip planning and travel inspiration start-ups can win £5,000 in a new WTM initiative, Fresh, sponsored by Sabre Travel Network as part of the dedicated Travel Tech Show at WTM. WTM Fresh will focus on companies less than a year old which have innovative and viable ideas for using technology – such as web, […]
P&O Cruises Announces Star Studded Cruises with Michael Ball, David Essex, The West End Men and Here And Now – The Very Best Of The 80s
August 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment
P&O Cruises is launching its biggest ever line-up of star-studded cruises this autumn with famous faces from the stage and screen. Michael Ball, David Essex, The West End Men featuring Lee Mead and Here And Now – with live performances from six 80’s legends including Paul Young, Toyah and many more, will be joining selected […]
The Rules of Make-up for Emirates Cabin Crew
August 15, 2013 by 1 Comment
Ever wonder how Emirates cabin crew look immaculate after a long-haul flight? Here’s the scoop on the “rules” of make-up given to the cabin crew: • Your foundation needs to be as close to your natural skin colour as possible in order for your skin to appear even. • Do not use lip gloss over […]
A Dinner Date with Raymond Blanc on board The British Pullman
July 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Michelin-starred chef and restaurateur, Raymond Blanc, hosts a dinner on board The British Pullman, sister train to the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, on 16th November 2013. This event launches a series of ‘pop-up’ dinners on board London’s iconic train throughout 2013 and 2014 hosted by some of the UK’s most celebrated chefs. Raymond Blanc’s specially created 7 course […]
Oyster Hunting At Bedruthan Steps, Cornwall
January 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Love Oysters? Then come foraging for them the sustainable way with Bedruthan Hotel & Spa’s Oyster Hunting Break. Join expert oysterman, Tim Marshall in Porthilly, where the Marshall family has farmed oysters and mussels on the banks of the Camel Estuary for four generations. Here, ankle deep in mud, you’ll scour the tide line for delicious […]
Top Travel Bloggers Select Top 13 Destinations For 2013
November 27, 2012 by 1 Comment
Travelling bloggers from five of the most popular online travel blogs have combined their worldly knowledge to identify their Top 13 Destinations for 2013. Everything Everywhere (Gary Arndt), Legal Nomads (Jodi Ettenberg), Nomadic Matt (Matt Kepnes), Uncornered Market (Daniel Noll and Audrey Scott) and Wild Junket (Nellie Huang) are all part of G Adventures’ Wanderers in Residence programme. G Adventures works with this group […]
Extreme Adventurer Andy Torbet’s Operation Iceberg
September 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment
We are suckers for a bit of adventure at Shinesquad – we’ve been Gumballing, rallying, sailing and skydiving recently so it’s nice to read of even more exploits pushing the adrenaline envelope… Andy Torbet – Extreme Adventurer Andy Torbet is an extreme adventurer, presenter and zoologist. Part of the team on the BBC’s Coast programme, […]
