Friday 23 December 2011
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Run off the Christmas Calories with Running Gear Discounts from SportsShoes.com
Running and sportswear retailer Sportsshoes.com is helping Brits burn off indulgent Christmas food by offering big discounts on key running items over the festive period. With over 700 products with a 50% discount it’s the perfect time to get running and burn off the 1000 calories1 we’re each expected to consume at dinner time alone on Christmas day!
Brett Bannister, MD of SportsShoes.com says: “The festive period is of course a time to indulge and while it’s great to treat yourself for a few days, it’s important to think about regaining a healthy balance come the New Year.
“New running gear is a great incentive to start exercising, and we hope that these festive discounts will add further reason for people to work up a sweat!”
All discounted items are available to purchase at www.sportsshoes.com/running, with top reductions including:
• Nike Air Pegasus+ 28 Running Shoes £49.99 (RRP £74.99 = discount of £25)
There is a £25 discount on these popular running shoes, which celebrated 28 years of existence in 2011 and are available in men’s and women’s models and a range of colour ways.
• New Balance Lady Tech Running Tights £19.99 (RRP £34.99 = discount of £15)
The New Balance Lady Hi-Viz Speed Tights are great for winter runs. Breathable, and comfortable, these tights also feature mesh vents and hi-viz and reflective components to keep you visible and with 42% off they’re the perfect buy.
• Underarmour ColdGear Compression Half Zip Top £29.99 (RRP £49.99 = discount of £20)
There’s 40% off this running top and it’s perfect for winter running. The Under Armour ColdGear Top has double-sided fabric that wicks moisture away from the skin which helps to regulate body temperature and enhances performance.
• Saucony Lady Energy Bra Top £14.99 (RRP £29.99 = discount of £15)
A good quality sports bra should be a part of any lady’s essential running kit. This one has a seamless fit and moisture wicking fabric.
• Hilly Mono Skin Lite Anklet Socks 3 Pack £11.97 (RRP £23.97 = discount of £12)
This top-quality multipack of lightweight, moisture wicking running socks currently have a £12 discount which makes them an essential winter running purchase.
For all of these, and further big savings on sportswear visit www.sportsshoes.com.
Christmas at The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa
The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa, Bordeaux’s luxury Palace hotel, will be celebrating the upcoming festive season with a unique collaboration with Repetto, France’s original ballet brand and favourite flat to the stars, to design a magical Christmas Tree.
Reflecting the same values of elegance and synonymous with impeccable style and cultural heritage, The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa are delighted to announce their Repetto Christmas Tree this 2011. Repetto will dress the Christmas Tree in the lobby, at the heart of the hotel, with a beautiful ballet theme to create an enchanting centrepiece for hotel guests and local Bordelais clientele to enjoy.
An ode to the art and décor of ballet, the impressive Christmas Tree will be sprinkled with enchanting Repetto touches and fairy-tale trinkets including pink and black satin ballet shoes, golden medals and Repetto-wrapped presents! Situated in La Place de La Comédie square overlooking Le Grand Théâtre, The Grand Hotel de Bordeaux & Spa was designed by Victor Louis in the 18th century, the same architect who created the renowned opera house three years earlier. Their neo-classical facades offer a mirror effect across the square. Repetto’s Bordeaux boutique is located a stone’s throw from the hotel on the Cours de L'Intendance.
Madame Rose Repetto first created her ballet shoe in 1947 for her son in a tiny workshop near to the National Opera of Paris, and her ballet slippers have gone on to be worn by dancing greats from Kirov to Cendrillon, and have become much-loved by glamorous leading ladies, including Brigitte Bardot, Catherine Deneuve and Kate Moss. Repetto ballet shoes are displayed in the Selfridges’ shoe galleries.
Rates for a superior room at The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa start from €464, including daily breakfast. BA flies from London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds and Manchester to Bordeaux daily.
Located in France’s South-West region, The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa, overseen by Yan Vacher, is situated in the centre of the city, in La Place de La Comédie square overlooking Le Grand Théâtre. The hotel offers its local and international clientele a gastronomic experience in the Michelin-starred ‘Le Pressoir d’Argent’ fine-dining restaurant headed by Pascal Nibaudeau; the ‘Brasserie L’Europe’ restaurant with outdoor terrace; and ‘L’Orangerie’, a buzzing space in the heart of the hotel. Les Bains de Léa spa, offers treatments by acclaimed French beauty brand NUXE.
Bathed with natural light throughout, the spa leads out onto a terrace, offering exceptional views across the rooftops of Bordeaux. Originally designed by Victor Louis in the 18th century, The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa re-opened at the end of 2007, after a full redesign overseen by internationally acclaimed interior designer Jacques Garcia. Bordeaux’s Palace hotel, The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa, boasts an unparalleled level of luxury and elegance in the city, steeped in cultural heritage.
www.ghbordeaux.com/uk/index.php
Reflecting the same values of elegance and synonymous with impeccable style and cultural heritage, The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa are delighted to announce their Repetto Christmas Tree this 2011. Repetto will dress the Christmas Tree in the lobby, at the heart of the hotel, with a beautiful ballet theme to create an enchanting centrepiece for hotel guests and local Bordelais clientele to enjoy.
An ode to the art and décor of ballet, the impressive Christmas Tree will be sprinkled with enchanting Repetto touches and fairy-tale trinkets including pink and black satin ballet shoes, golden medals and Repetto-wrapped presents! Situated in La Place de La Comédie square overlooking Le Grand Théâtre, The Grand Hotel de Bordeaux & Spa was designed by Victor Louis in the 18th century, the same architect who created the renowned opera house three years earlier. Their neo-classical facades offer a mirror effect across the square. Repetto’s Bordeaux boutique is located a stone’s throw from the hotel on the Cours de L'Intendance.
Madame Rose Repetto first created her ballet shoe in 1947 for her son in a tiny workshop near to the National Opera of Paris, and her ballet slippers have gone on to be worn by dancing greats from Kirov to Cendrillon, and have become much-loved by glamorous leading ladies, including Brigitte Bardot, Catherine Deneuve and Kate Moss. Repetto ballet shoes are displayed in the Selfridges’ shoe galleries.
Rates for a superior room at The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa start from €464, including daily breakfast. BA flies from London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds and Manchester to Bordeaux daily.
Located in France’s South-West region, The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa, overseen by Yan Vacher, is situated in the centre of the city, in La Place de La Comédie square overlooking Le Grand Théâtre. The hotel offers its local and international clientele a gastronomic experience in the Michelin-starred ‘Le Pressoir d’Argent’ fine-dining restaurant headed by Pascal Nibaudeau; the ‘Brasserie L’Europe’ restaurant with outdoor terrace; and ‘L’Orangerie’, a buzzing space in the heart of the hotel. Les Bains de Léa spa, offers treatments by acclaimed French beauty brand NUXE.
Bathed with natural light throughout, the spa leads out onto a terrace, offering exceptional views across the rooftops of Bordeaux. Originally designed by Victor Louis in the 18th century, The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa re-opened at the end of 2007, after a full redesign overseen by internationally acclaimed interior designer Jacques Garcia. Bordeaux’s Palace hotel, The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa, boasts an unparalleled level of luxury and elegance in the city, steeped in cultural heritage.
www.ghbordeaux.com/uk/index.php
Coworth Park provides the perfect English countryside Christmas
Set in 240 acres of Berkshire parkland, Coworth Park, Dorchester Collection’s luxury country house hotel and spa, provides the perfect English Christmas in the countryside. A three night stay features a full festive programme, including Christmas Champagne Afternoon Tea with carols, Christmas lunch in either Restaurant Coworth Park or The Barn, chocolate and wine master classes and activities and parties in Coworth Park Kids.
Christmas Eve Arrival
Bottle of champagne on ice in room for arrival
Christmas Champagne Afternoon Tea served in The Drawing Room with carols sung by a local choir
5pm Children’s Story Time by the Entrance Hall fireplace
Pre-dinner drinks followed by three-course dinner in either Restaurant Coworth Park or The Barn
Transfers to Sunningdale Parish for Midnight Mass
Hot chocolate or a hot toddy and cheese in The Drawing Room upon return with entertainment by Coworth Park’s pianist.
Christmas Day
Gifts delivered by Father Christmas during the night for Coworth’s Park’s young guests
Breakfast served in the Oval & Garden Rooms
Pre-lunch drinks with entertainment by Coworth Park’s pianist in The Drawing Room
Festive six-course lunch served in Restaurant Coworth Park or festive five-course menu served in The Barn
Queen’s Speech showing in Coworth Park’s Tower House Christmas Cinema. Tea, coffee and pastries served in The Drawing Room throughout the afternoon
Evening buffet in the Mansion House.
Boxing Day
Brunch served in the Oval & Garden rooms
Behind the scenes tour of Coworth Park including a visit to the kitchens as seen on BBC’s MasterChef, and the chance to meet some of the team
Cake and chocolate masterclasses by the Coworth Park Pastry Team; estate tours with the Coworth Park Gardeners; wine tasting and master class with Coworth Park’s sommelier
Afternoon Tea available throughout the afternoon in The Drawing Room
Dinner in either Restaurant Coworth Park or The Barn and an after dinner cocktail or glass of champagne in The Drawing Room.
The Spa at Coworth Park
Guests seeking some pampering during their Christmas stay can head to The Spa at Coworth Park, which features eight treatment rooms (including two doubles), manicure/pedicure suite, heated indoor swimming pool, relaxation room and The Spatisserie. To book a treatment in The Spa at Coworth Park please call +44 1344 756 756 or email spa.coworthpark@dorchestercollection.com Gift certificates for treatments and spa packages are available online and from The Spa at Coworth Park.
Tuesday 27 December – Departure
Breakfast served in both Restaurant Coworth Park and The Barn before departure.
Christmas at Coworth Park starts from £1,008 +VAT per person for three nights from 24 December – 27 December 2011, based on two people sharing a superior stable room and dining in The Barn and from £1,127 +VAT per person for three nights from 24 December – 27 December 2011, based on two people sharing a superior stable room and dining in Restaurant Coworth Park.
Three nights accommodation and dining for one child of up to four years, based on sharing a room with parents, is complimentary and from £260 for a child of 4 – twelve years old. Rooms with fireplaces available on request subject to availability. To make a reservation please contact the Coworth Park reservations team on +44 (0)1344 630 542 or email reservations.coworthpark@dorchestercollection.com
Coworth Park is a 70-room luxury country house hotel and spa set in 240 acres of picturesque Berkshire parkland just 45 minutes from central London and 20 minutes from Heathrow airport. Its location, unrivalled in the UK for the ease and convenience of its transport links, is also enhanced by its own helipad. The estate includes an eco-luxury Spa with indoor pool and three restaurants including the Spatisserie, relaxed dining in The Barn and fine-dining in the Mansion House. The only UK hotel to feature its own polo fields as well as an exceptional equestrian centre, current facilities include stabling for 30 horses together with self-contained accommodation for grooms and a full programme of polo tournaments.
Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world’s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company’s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements.
The current portfolio includes the following hotels (in order of them joining the group):
The Dorchester, London
The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills
Le Meurice, Paris
Hotel Plaza Athénée, Paris
Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan
Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles (re-opening in October 2011)
Coworth Park, Ascot, UK
45 Park Lane, London
Le Richemond, Geneva
www.dorchestercollection.com
Christmas Eve Arrival
Bottle of champagne on ice in room for arrival
Christmas Champagne Afternoon Tea served in The Drawing Room with carols sung by a local choir
5pm Children’s Story Time by the Entrance Hall fireplace
Pre-dinner drinks followed by three-course dinner in either Restaurant Coworth Park or The Barn
Transfers to Sunningdale Parish for Midnight Mass
Hot chocolate or a hot toddy and cheese in The Drawing Room upon return with entertainment by Coworth Park’s pianist.
Christmas Day
Gifts delivered by Father Christmas during the night for Coworth’s Park’s young guests
Breakfast served in the Oval & Garden Rooms
Pre-lunch drinks with entertainment by Coworth Park’s pianist in The Drawing Room
Festive six-course lunch served in Restaurant Coworth Park or festive five-course menu served in The Barn
Queen’s Speech showing in Coworth Park’s Tower House Christmas Cinema. Tea, coffee and pastries served in The Drawing Room throughout the afternoon
Evening buffet in the Mansion House.
Boxing Day
Brunch served in the Oval & Garden rooms
Behind the scenes tour of Coworth Park including a visit to the kitchens as seen on BBC’s MasterChef, and the chance to meet some of the team
Cake and chocolate masterclasses by the Coworth Park Pastry Team; estate tours with the Coworth Park Gardeners; wine tasting and master class with Coworth Park’s sommelier
Afternoon Tea available throughout the afternoon in The Drawing Room
Dinner in either Restaurant Coworth Park or The Barn and an after dinner cocktail or glass of champagne in The Drawing Room.
The Spa at Coworth Park
Guests seeking some pampering during their Christmas stay can head to The Spa at Coworth Park, which features eight treatment rooms (including two doubles), manicure/pedicure suite, heated indoor swimming pool, relaxation room and The Spatisserie. To book a treatment in The Spa at Coworth Park please call +44 1344 756 756 or email spa.coworthpark@dorchestercollection.com Gift certificates for treatments and spa packages are available online and from The Spa at Coworth Park.
Tuesday 27 December – Departure
Breakfast served in both Restaurant Coworth Park and The Barn before departure.
Christmas at Coworth Park starts from £1,008 +VAT per person for three nights from 24 December – 27 December 2011, based on two people sharing a superior stable room and dining in The Barn and from £1,127 +VAT per person for three nights from 24 December – 27 December 2011, based on two people sharing a superior stable room and dining in Restaurant Coworth Park.
Three nights accommodation and dining for one child of up to four years, based on sharing a room with parents, is complimentary and from £260 for a child of 4 – twelve years old. Rooms with fireplaces available on request subject to availability. To make a reservation please contact the Coworth Park reservations team on +44 (0)1344 630 542 or email reservations.coworthpark@dorchestercollection.com
Coworth Park is a 70-room luxury country house hotel and spa set in 240 acres of picturesque Berkshire parkland just 45 minutes from central London and 20 minutes from Heathrow airport. Its location, unrivalled in the UK for the ease and convenience of its transport links, is also enhanced by its own helipad. The estate includes an eco-luxury Spa with indoor pool and three restaurants including the Spatisserie, relaxed dining in The Barn and fine-dining in the Mansion House. The only UK hotel to feature its own polo fields as well as an exceptional equestrian centre, current facilities include stabling for 30 horses together with self-contained accommodation for grooms and a full programme of polo tournaments.
Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world’s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company’s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements.
The current portfolio includes the following hotels (in order of them joining the group):
The Dorchester, London
The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills
Le Meurice, Paris
Hotel Plaza Athénée, Paris
Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan
Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles (re-opening in October 2011)
Coworth Park, Ascot, UK
45 Park Lane, London
Le Richemond, Geneva
www.dorchestercollection.com
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It is not too late to sort this problem out, however. And That's Christmas, together with sister site, That's Books can help you do this.
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Sorted! As we say.
And do have a good Christmas!
It is not too late to sort this problem out, however. And That's Christmas, together with sister site, That's Books can help you do this.
If you visit http://thatsbooks.blogspot.com/ and use the online That's Books dedicated online Amazon shop search box you can buy emailable Amazon gift certificates there in any amount you want!
Sorted! As we say.
And do have a good Christmas!
Spoon-Licking-Good Seasonal Family Fun To Be Served Up Before New Year
A festive, cookery-focused activity day involving family fun in the kitchen can be enjoyed at the relaxed and friendly LucyCooks cookery school in Staveley, near Kendal in the Lake District, on December 30.
Floury faces and sloppy spillages are all part of the enjoyment on the Family Fun Day, which lets parent and child loose in the kitchen together to tackle a full meal challenge by creating three courses and accompanying dishes.
Timed in between Christmas and New Year, this is a perfect Christmas holidays boredom buster and it also gives parents truly memorable moments in the kitchen with their children.
The two-generation team will have scrapes, spoon licks and stirrings together, enjoy refreshments and lunch with other families in the LucyCooks Aga room and take home a goody bag of food cooked, to impress friends and other family members.
With a festive feel to proceedings, lots of giggles and guffaws are on the cards with this delightful day truly setting the tone for 2012.
Family Fun Days run each month at LucyCooks and cost £125 for one adult and one child to attend. Additional children are charged at £62.50. The price includes all tuition, ingredients, refreshments, lunch and the food to take home.
These experiences can be booked online or by calling 01539 822507. Gift vouchers are also available for purchase, to any value. Many more courses for staged at the school can be viewed and booked at www.lucycooks.co.uk
Floury faces and sloppy spillages are all part of the enjoyment on the Family Fun Day, which lets parent and child loose in the kitchen together to tackle a full meal challenge by creating three courses and accompanying dishes.
Timed in between Christmas and New Year, this is a perfect Christmas holidays boredom buster and it also gives parents truly memorable moments in the kitchen with their children.
The two-generation team will have scrapes, spoon licks and stirrings together, enjoy refreshments and lunch with other families in the LucyCooks Aga room and take home a goody bag of food cooked, to impress friends and other family members.
With a festive feel to proceedings, lots of giggles and guffaws are on the cards with this delightful day truly setting the tone for 2012.
Family Fun Days run each month at LucyCooks and cost £125 for one adult and one child to attend. Additional children are charged at £62.50. The price includes all tuition, ingredients, refreshments, lunch and the food to take home.
These experiences can be booked online or by calling 01539 822507. Gift vouchers are also available for purchase, to any value. Many more courses for staged at the school can be viewed and booked at www.lucycooks.co.uk
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