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Things to do in Sardinia: Family friendly snorkelling experience with a local expert

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Ching Lee

As the second largest island in the western Mediterranean, Sardinia has over 1800km of coastline, and trying one of the many water-based activities on offer is an absolute must. Sailing, windsurfing, diving, boat excursions, swimming…the opportunities are endless.

Top of my list on my visit in August was to find a snorkelling experience that was … Read More

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Easy self guided day out in Hong Kong on a budget

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Ching Lee

I’ve just got back from another fantastic trip to Hong Kong and thought I would share this idea for an easy self-guided day out on a budget (less than £1 in fact) with Your Holiday Plannerreaders. Trying to pack in too much can be exhausting, so this day out is designed to be taken … Read More

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London welcomes in the Year of the Dragon

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Ching Lee

London celebrated the Year of the Dragon on Sunday to a packed Trafalgar Square and Chinatown. Last year, around 300,000 people joined in the celebrations and this year seemed even bigger.

Celebrations began with a New Year’s Parade from the West End to Trafalgar Square. After the speeches and official opening ceremony, firecrackers resounded around … Read More

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5 Highlights for Families at The Outdoors Show 2012, London

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Ching Lee

 

The 11th Outdoors Show has just taken place at Excel London. With have a go activities, active holiday ideas, clothing and equipment, guest speakers and more, it’s a fantastic, ‘beat the winter blues’ day out for families with active children and anyone who loves getting active!

The entrance ticket to The Outdoors Show … Read More

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REVIEW: Seeing in 2012 with London’s New Year’s Eve fireworks at family friendly London Marriott Hotel, County Hall

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Ching Lee

By Ching Lee

“The International Olympic Committee has the honour of announcing that the Games of the 30th Olympiad in 2012 are awarded to the city of…LONDON.”

 Jacques Rogge, President of the International Olympic Committee

View from Westminster Bridge, New Year's Eve, London

Hearing these words as the New Year’s Eve fireworks to see … Read More

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