If I learned anything from five years working closely with Danish colleagues it is the true meaning of ‘hygge’. I still can’t say it properly, it’s pronounced ‘hue-guh’…but as it became a popular phenomenon I think sometimes the real meaning of it is lost. Contrary to mainstream social ...
With Christmas light switch ons and Christmas markets popping up everywhere it won’t be long until we are all getting the tree up, and for those who go for real trees – inside, outside or both, many North East places are opening from this Friday, for you to go and pick your own Christmas ...
As the festive season approaches, it’s time to plan your Christmas market visits across the North East and there are plenty of them! It’s not just the main Newcastle Christmas market around Monument, many of the towns and villages outside of the city centre and up into Northumberland hold ...
Making your own Christmas wreath for the front door or to hang as a decoration inside your home is a big part of Christmas tradition and fun. Maybe you’re crafty, maybe you want to learn how to be, or maybe you just want a festive activity to enjoy with friends or family. There are a lot of ...
Christmas is a time for giving, and it’s always nice to do something positive, small acts of kindness, or giving what you can in some way at this time of year. This post isn’t going to be suggesting that you donate huge amounts of money, or to do anything that isn’t doable within your means. ...
Ok so they’re not all cosy cottages, some are cabins and some are apartments, but nonetheless they are all fabulous, wonderfully cosy and the perfect private escape to getaway this Christmas if you prefer your own space and privacy over a luxury hotel – I shared suggestions for those ...