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How to survive Black Friday 2020
Black Friday might look a little different this year. There’ll be the usual exciting deals and mega discounts – helpful for saving on festive season gifts. But instead of a mad rush to the stores, more shoppers will be filling their digital carts, as Covid-19 restrictions continue to change the way we shop. With more deals just a click away, Black Friday can get overwhelming. It’s all too easy to get sucked in and splurge on impulse buys instead of genuinely good gifts. But, with a bit of forward-planning, you can become a savvy shopper and pick up some impressive Black Friday offers that make the perfect presents. Here’s everything…
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National Grandparents Day
The bond between grandchild and grandparent is a special relationship. Some of our fondest memories are thanks to our grandparents; fun weekend sleepovers at their house and memorable days out that still make us smile when we think back to them. Maybe Granny let you taste the forbidden fruit of endless sweets whenever you visited, or perhaps Granddad taught you a new skill you’ll treasure for life. 2020 hasn’t given us many chances to enjoy new experiences with our grandparents. But that doesn’t mean we can’t show them how much we care. We’ve got Black Friday deals on all kinds of grandparents gifts for every occasion. And with Grandparents Day…
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Birthday gifts that will make this year a bit more special
Do they already have it? Is it thoughtful enough? Birthdays are always a bit of minefield. But this year, you can’t help but feel like there’s a little extra pressure to get it right. Whether it’s a treat for the food-lover in your life or a 21st birthday present they’ll never forget, these are the gifts that’ll make this year feel extra special. Birthday gifts for parents who deserve spoiling It’s always nice to show your parents you care. But over the past few months, many have been putting in a few extra hours to keep all of the plates spinning. So, here’s a few ideas to make mum or…
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You only retire once – 17 unforgettable ways to mark the occasion
You only retire once. And after years of toiling away, this is the time to experience those things you just didn’t have time for before. So from muscle cars to Michelin-starred feasts, we’ve put together the very best ways to celebrate your newfound freedom. #1. Work on your handicap Been struggling to find the time to get out on the links? Well, now’s your chance. Take a 60 minute golf lesson with a PGA professional and you’ll be chipping like a champion and putting with the pros in no time. Fore! #2. Fly high with fizz Feel on top of the world as you celebrate with a loved one at…
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Give something new a go this September – Festival of Learning (1st – 30th September)
It feels great to learn new skills. And over the past few months, some of us have had some extra time to try other things. But for many, juggling work commitments and life responsibilities can make it hard to find the time – let alone the headspace – to squeeze in any extracurricular activities. The Festival of Learning is an annual event that’s looking to change this. For the month of September, the organisation is promoting the benefits of learning and encouraging people across the country to ‘have a go’ at something new. With that in mind, here are some of our most interesting and exciting online courses you can…
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Go gourmet this summer with these mouthwatering Michelin-starred experiences
“Michelin is the only guide that counts.” Paul Bocuse, French chef and pioneer of nouvelle cuisine Amazingly, the first Michelin guide was published 120 years ago. And, arguably, a recommendation in that iconic little red book means more to chefs now than ever before. In fact, it ignites the same amount of debate and passion year-on-year in France as the Oscars does worldwide. But surely to dine out this well must cost a fortune? Not anymore. Many of the UK’s most coveted restaurants are participating in the government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme. Not only that, a handful of culinary heavyweights have partnered with Red Letter Days to give…