No trip to the Swiss Alps could be complete without venturing to Jungfraujoch – a land of eternal snow accessed via a cogwheel railway that whisks you up to the highest train station in Europe. Undoubtedly an incredible experience but at an eye-watering £200.00 a pop, is it worth it? Read on for our tips on how to do it without breaking the bank.
Hot on the heels of “mental health” and “duvet days”, unhappy leave has now entered the workplace lexicon. If you’re having an off day or just feeling a bit down, you can now choose to not go into work. Is this taking workplace wellbeing to new extremes, or could this be what we all secretly crave? Read on to find out more.
The iconic Tower of London is home to the Crown Jewels, the Yeoman Warders and the infamous ravens. But few people know that every night after dark, one of the world’s most ancient rituals takes place here. The Ceremony of the Keys dates back seven centuries and is one of the most spine-tingling events you can witness in the capital.
Volunteering is proven to increase confidence and wellbeing but for many full-time office workers, it’s difficult to find the time. Team volunteering days are one of the few occasions we can reap the benefits of giving back. Feeling frustrated with my own lack of time to volunteer, I’ve come up with five micro-volunteering opportunities that can fit easily into your lunch break.
Leamington Spa conjures up images of genteel ladies taking the waters before devouring a cup of Earl Grey and a crustless cucumber sandwich. While much has changed since it’s thriving spa town days, it’s immaculate gardens and regency streets still retain an air of grandeur. In need of a break over Easter, we set off to explore this Midlands gem.
Kew Gardens Orchids Festival offers a much-needed blast of flamboyant colour to drab February days. Bringing the warmth of Africa to our shores this year, the Prince of Wales Conservatory is once again the host for this year’s floral extravaganza. Feeling in desperate need of some colour and warmth, I took a Friday off work to escape to another world.
Bentley Priory Museum is undoubtedly one of greater London’s hidden gems. Located near Bentley Priory nature reserve, this grade II* listed mansion was the Headquarters for Fighter Command during World War 11. Acting as an intelligence filter on incoming air raids, RAF Bentley Priory helped us win the Battle of Britain and maintain the free world. Intrigued, I took an afternoon off to find out more.
Do you take 10,000 steps a day? I recently attended a wellbeing webinar at work which highlighted the important of reaching this lofty goal. We all know the dangers of a sedentary lifestyle but how easy is it to fit five miles into the average working day? And do we really need to reach 10,000 steps a day to reap health benefits? Read on to find out more.
Making up for the lack in weekday suit trade, the Eataly London opening has generated throngs of weekend visitors to the City. Attracting 7 million visitors a year in New York, the Italian food emporium injects fresh inspiration into the Square Mile’s retail offer. Deprived of a trip to Florence or Rome, I decided to grab a slice of la dolce vita right here in London.
As 2020 draws to a close, it is time to reflect on the crazy year when everyone left the office. While this year has certainly had its challenges, it has given the precious gift of time to be able to engage in creative pursuits. From paper printing to fermented vegetables, I’m amazed at the range of new skills I’ve learnt this year.
