OK, you’ve worked hard and it’s time for that well-deserved break. But how can you make sure that your holiday lives up to your expectations? The answer is planning! A holiday is supposed to give your body and mind a chance to replenish from the daily grind, so to get the best out of this …

A key component for a successful camping trip is planning and making sure that you have everything you need packed before you leave. There’s nothing worse than arriving at that ideal camping spot, getting a camp fire going and realising that you’ve left the can opener behind. To save you from this embarrassment, here’s a …

Do you long for masses of plants, but have only a small balcony or patio to work with? Fear not, garden lover, the answer is at hand with vertical gardening. The idea of transforming a blank wall into a blaze of living colour has long been popular in Europe, where cramped conditions put outdoor space …

There is nothing better at the end of a tiring day than relaxing on your patio or veranda with a glass of something good, unless it’s taking that first cup of coffee outdoors in the morning sun. There is a vast range of outdoor furniture to complement your patio; sometimes the choice can be overwhelming. …

How to Recognise Fake and Original Antique Furniture People love nostalgia and cherish the ability to hold on to the beauty of a bygone era. Perhaps that is why antique furniture is so popular across the world. Indeed, furniture pieces made as far back as the 17th century are still in demand today because of …