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CELEBRATE LITHUANIA’S FIRST EUROPEAN PRESIDENCY IN 2013 AND VISIT VILNIUS
CELEBRATE LITHUANIA’S FIRST EUROPEAN PRESIDENCY IN 2013 AND VISIT VILNIUS

Vilnius, Lithuania’s capital city is located at the heart of Europe and boasts one of the largest Old Town centres in Europe. It is a surprising and unique blend of cultures, a stunning mix of architectural styles and has a fascinating history.…

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Save Money on Destination Weddings in Antigua & Barbuda
Save Money on Destination Weddings in Antigua & Barbuda

In today’s economic climate the cost of weddings can be daunting, but with 365 beautiful sandy beaches and breathtaking scenery, Antigua and Barbuda is the perfect wedding location offering excellent value for money. The average UK wedding in 2…

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Climatecars and Wahaca team up for Climate Week 2013
Climatecars and Wahaca team up for Climate Week 2013

Climatecars are the eco friendly alternative to black taxis or minicabs for London. Now coming up to it’s sixth year, the company has over 150 low emission hybrid cars. With national Climate Week 2013 running 4th-10th March this year, what …

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Climatecars storms ahead with a record 2012
Climatecars storms ahead with a record 2012

Climatecars storms into 2013 with a healthy growth year behind them boasting exceptional figures all round. December 2012 trading was 43.8% up on year making them now on track to turnover £3.8 million this year in comparison to £2.7mi…

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Travel makes you more attractive, says survey of British singles
Travel makes you more attractive, says survey of British singles

A survey of singles who are looking for love on dating website MySingleFriend.com has found that an interest in travel makesyou more attractive topotential partners. The survey, which was carried out by adventure tour operator Intrepid Travel,fou…

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Calling all singletons, could TrekAmerica solve your dating dilemma?
Calling all singletons, could TrekAmerica solve your dating dilemma?

From couples flocking to cheesy restaurants to gaze into each other’s eyes, to men fighting each other in the street for that last red rose, being a singleton on Valentine’s Day can be nightmare – a veritable minefield as you try to…

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Intrepid launches authentic, affordable food tours
Intrepid launches authentic, affordable food tours

Adventure tour company, Intrepid Travel has launched a new range of ‘food adventures’ which offer travellers authentic, affordable food experiences in countries renowned for their cuisine, including Vietnam, Mexico, Spain and India. T…

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Glasgow will be UK's first 'smart city'
Glasgow will be UK's first 'smart city'

The City of Glasgow has won a £24 million grant from the UK's Technology Strategy Board (TSB) to become Britain's first "smart city". The money will be spent by the council on services for residents that will make the quality of living in t…

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02 to stop providing chargers from 2015
02 to stop providing chargers from 2015

The mobile phone network O2 has said that by 2015 it will no longer include chargers with its phones. The Charger out of the Box initiative is being billed as a way of cutting down on environmental waste created by supplying surplus chargers. …

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Essa Academy: Bookless school where everyone has iPad
Essa Academy: Bookless school where everyone has iPad

A school in Bolton is pushing the boundaries of education by putting away pens and paper and giving all pupils and teachers their own iPad. The Essa Academy says it helps students and has cut costs, including reducing the school's £80,000 p…

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