Monthly Archives: January 2012

All Eyes On London For The Brit Awards

Posted on January 19, 2012 by admin

There is only just over a month to go until one of the most glitzy, glamorous and exciting events in the Awards season takes place at the O2 Arena in London. This is, of course, the BRIT Awards 2012, and … Continue reading →

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Exploring the traditional side to Riga

Posted on January 18, 2012 by admin

The capital city of Latvia is Riga, and it is not only the largest city within the Balkan states but also one of the largest in Europe. It has a long a dramatic history, as since its founding in1201 it … Continue reading →

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Exploring The Shetlands On A Weekend Break

Posted on January 16, 2012 by admin

The wild and glorious area of Scotland known as the Shetlands attracts visitors in their thousands thanks to its rugged beauty. The Shetlands are made up of an archipelago of over 100 islands, and are at the northernmost extremity of … Continue reading →

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