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Extreme Swimming Pools and Water Features
When the summer sun is at its zenith, all we want to do is get ourselves beside water. A river, a paddling pool, a puddle: we’ll take it. So it’s not difficult to see why we’re dreaming about far-off fantasy pools today. Take a look at the planet’s most extreme swimming pools and man-made water features, which we’ve gathered in one place for your viewing pleasure. And while you’re here, check out our Extreme Water Sports gift experiences too; we’ve got hundreds of ways for you to embrace the Big Blue across the UK. Now, with high temperatures forecast for our imminent future, wouldn’t you rather be floating serenely in one…
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Outdoorsy Gifts for Nature Lovers
Some of our planet’s greatest attributes are its natural creations, from the expansive oceans that cover 70% of the Earth’s surface and the distinctive landscapes of each unique country and region, to the 8.7 million different species of animals that call our world home. The UK alone boasts countless naturally breathtaking offerings, including rugged wind-beaten coastlines, rolling countryside, glistening lakes and a fine collection of native wildlife, so you’d be silly not to take advantage. For outdoorsy types, there are so many ways to indulge their passion for the natural world and at Red Letter Days, we’re true advocates of making the most of what Mother Nature gave us. After…
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Fabulously Fun Family Days Out
Let’s rewind to last weekend. Mum’s running around washing an evergrowing heap of paint-stained kids clobber, dad is pushing on with an ongoing DIY project that’s unlikely to ever be completed and the sprogs are upstairs sitting cross-legged in the middle of the bedroom floor with eyes glued to their latest computer game. Sound about right? If this sums up your household, it’s time to break the routine. Reclaim your weekend and make family time something to look forward to, by coming up with new and exciting adventures to embark on together. Whether sports, animals, food or adrenaline is the family’s cup of tea, there are tonnes of unique ways to…
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What Does Your Cup of Tea Say About You?
It’s no secret we’re utterly fana-tea-cal about Afternoon Tea. And while we’ve carried out extensive research on the way that Brits eat their scones or hold their cup of tea, we’ve never asked the most evocative questions of all: what shade is your tea? And what does that say about you? So, coffee lovers step aside and tea fans step up; allow us to peer into your soul with our fail-safe tea test (patent pending). Take a look at the warming brews below and decide which one best matches your own tea-to-milk ratio preference. Then scroll down to find out what your choice reveals about you, and which of our…
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Things We Love About Christmas
With Christmas fast approaching, things are in full festive swing at the Red Letter Days office. Desks groan under the weight of sugary mince-meat snacks, a glittering tree welcomes guests and gaudy jumpers have been retrieved from the back of wardrobes (where, arguably, they should stay). The celebratory mood is contagious, bolstered by London’s recent blizzards, and people are already dreaming about gravy-soaked dinners chased with prosecco and charades. In honour of this extra-special time, we asked our management team what they love most about Christmas. From nights tucked up in front of a film to full-blown family affairs, the list is overflowing with festive cheer! 🎅 A post shared by…
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Levi Roots Tries Out The Slide at the ArcelorMittal Orbit
“Fabulicious. I don’t know what to make of it, actually. You’re frightened, you’re terrified but at the same time you’re having the time of your life. It’s exciting, it’s jaw-dropping, your heart is pumping. One of the best 90 seconds I’ve ever spent.” ~ Levi Roots The best things come in pairs: sherbert and lollies; The Two Ronnies; thunder and lightning. And mega-slides and Caribbean food. We’ve put together The Slide at the ArcelorMittal Orbit and Taste of the Caribbean for Two. Set in the futuristic Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Anish Kapoor’s eye-popping structure offers riders panoramic views of the capital and a curving descent at speeds of up to…
