Enjoy London for Less with Daily Deals

London is crammed so full with attractions that it can be difficult to know where to start exploring - so why not allow yourself to be inspired by what daily deals are on offer, and save yourself some money in the process?

As our capital city, there's something for everyone in London. This is great news when it comes to daily deals as there's always going to be a great variety of money-saving London deals to choose from.

Here's an example of a perfect London break, every element of which has been featured on daily deals website Groupon for much less than the RRP. Make sure that you never miss a great deal by using www.D3ALS.co.uk, which pulls together all the best deals in one convenient place:

In the Morning

Why not begin your London adventure by getting to know the city in a fun and intimate way? London Urban Adventures are a new type of city tour that are as perfect for those who live in the city as they are for those who are just visiting.

The emphasise on these tours in fun and discovery, and, with a choice of three different tours including East End Uncovered, War Rooms and Tea Rooms, or Thames From Tower to Tate, you can focus on the parts of the city that interest you the most.

For Lunch

If you're lunching in London then you have to take advantage of the wide variety of cuisine that is available to you. You could enjoy Lebanese food such as Kibbe Labaneih or Lamb Chops at the opulent Fakhreldine restaurant in Picadilly, or perhaps enjoy a delicious South African dish at Shaka Zulu in trendy Camden.

For those who don't do heavy until dinner time, a light meal of freshly made sushi at Samurai Sushi should suffice.  There are six Samurai Sushi stores in central London, but the one on Shaftesbury Avenue is perfectly located for enjoying a spot of afternoon shopping on Oxford Street and Regent Street afterwards.

In the Afternoon

For those to whom shopping doesn't appeal, a trip to London Zoo should be the perfect way to spend an afternoon in the city. Or, if you have shopped till you dropped, why not revive yourself for the evening to come with an amazing massage or beauty treatment?

Beauty treatments are featured regularly on daily deals website and there are many London deals for centrally located spas to enjoy.

For something a touch more unusual, the Floatworks near London Bridge has offered great discounts on a calming floatation tank experience, so be sure to subscribe to the D3ALS.co.uk email so that you never miss such a deal in the future.

Once you've worked up an appetite again you could consider taking afternoon tea at a posh London hotel. The Swisshotel The Howard offers an amazing take on the afternoon tea, which, alongside the traditional scones and sandwiches, features a rather special ‘Map of London' dessert (think chocolate Big Ben and biscuit London buses arranged on a plate with an iced River Thames). It's cute, quirky and a very fitting way to pay tribute to this magnificent city and all its wonderful landmarks and icons.

In the Evening

When evening falls in London town, why not slip into your best dress or most dapper suit and head out for a slap up dinner at one of London's premier restaurants. The critically acclaimed Les Trois Garcons is widely considered to be one of the best places to dine in the city, and as it recently offered a Groupon deal, it just goes to show that doing London the daily deals way needn't mean compromising on a first class city experience.

If, on the other hand, you feel like being decadent rather than demure, you should head to Mark Lane for the Proud Cabaret which combines dinner, cocktails and sexy but sophisticated entertainment.

Or perhaps, after a busy day exploring our vast capital, you fancy settling down to watch a movie? With London deals you can even save on the cinema with Cineworld tickets being offered for just £1 from Groupon. Some cinema deals even include the popcorn!

A trip to London can prove to be an expensive treat, but when you find London Deals from all the best daily deals providers at D3ALS.co.uk you can enjoy the city just as much, for less.

Take your inspiration from the London deals available and you'll be treated to a different London experience on each visit - without emptying your Big Ben money bank.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

The Article is written by Roxanne Wells at www.D3ALS.co.uk providing and aggregation of Daily Deals, Hotel Deals, Holiday Deals, Spa Deals including London Deals. Visit http://www.D3ALS.co.uk for more information on www.D3ALS.co.uk Products & Services. Copyright information This article is free for reproduction but must be reproduced in its entirety, including live links & this copyright statement must be included. Visit www.D3ALS.co.uk before you shop.

How to Throw the Ultimate Party

Everyone loves a good party, but when you're the host you have a lot more to think about than whether to take a bottle of red or white, and that can be stressful.

The main ingredients to any party are guests, food, drink and entertainment - and bringing all off the above together cohesively is key to throwing a party that your guests will remember.

Entertainment can be as simple or as complicated as you wish, but good music is a minimum requirement, whether that's background music or pumping tunes to get your groove on to. The iPod has made making party playlists super simple, but you'll need a speaker system to play them on. Livingsocial.com recently offered a Logic3 i-Station Combo Speaker System for £39 instead of £84, so keep your eyes on the daily deals if you could do with a sound system upgrade on the cheap.

The best way to compare daily deals is to bookmark www.D3ALS.co.uk. Or alternatively why not subscribe to the D3ALS email for details of all the best daily deals in one convenient place?

Guests is one ingredient in the ultimate party cocktail that may seem simple at first glance. However, we all have different types of friends that enjoy, and thrive in, different social situations, so it's worth giving it some thought before you hit the ‘invite all' button on facebook. For example, you may not be keen on your work colleagues witnessing you belting out ‘I Will Survive' on the Karaoke machine after one too many glasses of wine, nor is your party-buddy in crime likely to enjoy being the token single girl at a couples dinner party.

Another issue to bear in mind is guest dynamics. If you have two friends who really don't get on, is it really wise to get them in a room together and throw copious amounts of alcohol into the mix?

As far as food and drink go, budget is a big consideration. Trying to organise a champagne fuelled five course dinner party on a buffet and beer budget is a recipe for frustration - for both you and your guests. You also need to consider how much time you want to spend in the kitchen, or doing party preparation. If you've been super busy at work recently then promising your friends ten different types of cocktails and canapés may not be the most realistic idea.

One way to make a party go with a bang is to theme it, which makes all the decisions on food, drink, dress code etc much easier to make. Fancy dress, murder mystery and ‘event' themed parties (such as the Royal Wedding) are all popular but for something completely different why not look to the orient?

The Japanese love to have fun, and a Japanese themed party would be fairly straightforward to plan. When it comes to the food and drink, sushi is an easy choice. Guests can eat it with their fingers canapé style and it looks stunning when displayed. High street shops such as Marks and Spencer do ready made sushi, or you can buy sushi making kits from many supermarkets. Alternatively, why not really impress your guests by taking a sushi making classes such as the one recently offered on the Living Social website?

Beer is the most popular alcoholic drink in Japan, so that's simple enough. And when it comes to dress code many fashion retailers stock beautiful kimono style dresses that your guests can wear again - or, take things to the next level with a fun Harajuku girl dress code (where young Japanese adults dress as anime, magna or superhero characters).

When it comes to entertainment there's only one thing to go for and that's karaoke. Karaoke is massive over there, and even the word itself comes from two Japanese words shortened and put together. Of course, karaoke is lots of fun and gives a focus to a party. However, it may be wise to give your neighbours warning in advance!

A Japanese themed party is just one out of the box idea, but your options are genuinely limitless. The more creative you are the more memorable your party will be, but remember that creative doesn't have to mean complicated.

A theme is simply a fun way to ensure that all the elements of your party gel, and should be a party tool to reduce stress rather than increase it - so grab a piece of paper and a pen and get planning a perfect party that's sure to go down in history among your friends, for all the right reasons.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

The Article is written by Roxanne Wells at www.D3ALS.co.uk providing and aggregation of Daily Deals, Hotel Deals, Holiday Deals, Spa Deals including Living Social. Visit http://www.D3ALS.co.uk for more information on www.D3ALS.co.uk Products & Services. Copyright information This article is free for reproduction but must be reproduced in its entirety, including live links & this copyright statement must be included. Visit www.D3ALS.co.uk before you shop.

Groupon.co.uk: The Ultimate Gift Store?

Most people are now familiar with Groupon as a great daily deals website. They may have enjoyed cut price restaurant meals or days out in their area, or perhaps treated themselves to a bargain mini-break from Groupon Getaways.

What many people don't realise however is that Groupon.co.uk is a great place to find gifts at a fraction of the cost. The National Deals section in particular is a fabulous place to find gifts, for others and yourself.

This is great news for those who are feeling the financial pinch, but still want to be able to make a loved one smile on their birthday or special occasion. As per Groupon's ethos, the recession needn't mean giving up making those important purchases. With Groupon's daily gift deals you can treat the special people in your life without breaking the bank.

The nature of Groupon daily deals however is that you need to act quickly to secure your deal of choice. Many deals only run for 24 hours, and once they're gone it's too late. You can make sure that you never miss an amazing Groupon daily deal by checking shopping deals website D3ALS.co.uk daily, for a round up of what is on offer at Groupon, KGB Deals, Living Social and more fabulous daily deals providers.

An amazing resource for bargain hunters, www.D3ALS.co.uk is well worth bookmarking. You can even subscribe to the D3ALS email so that you get details of all the best daily deals direct to your inbox.

To whet your appetite for fabulous bargains that are worthy of giving away to a special person, here are some examples of recent Groupon offers that would make fantastic gifts:

Jewellery

Ladies love their sparkle, and there's no better feeling than presenting a loved one with that telltale small box. Unfortunately however a trip to a jewellers can leave you feeling deflated at the prices of even the tiniest trinkets.

Why not give the high street a miss and check Groupon.co.uk for amazing deals on beautiful jewellery? Recent jewellery deals have including a Swarovski Elements Teardrop Pendant in finest 925 sterling silver and matching Swarovski Solitaire Platinum Overlay Earrings. Investing in these two fantiastic deals would mean getting both the necklace and earrings for much less than the cost of one item alone, and is sure to make you look super-generous.

If the lady in your life has always dreamt of owning classic pearls then Groupon has offered the chance for you to make her dreams come true for a mere £14. Freshwater pearl and sterling silver stud earrings were recently offered, in white, peach or modern black, at more that 75 per cent off the original RRP. Why not keep checking D3ALS.co.uk for similar deals to make your lady feel like a real life Audrey Hepburn?

Clothing

Clothing is a great gift option for practical types, stylistas or difficult to buy for teens who simply must have the latest fashions. However, it can be difficult to know what to buy. Groupon has done the hard work for you with its amazing clothing deals, as you can rest assured that if it's featured on Groupon it's sure to be a highly covetable item.

For example, Ed Hardy is one super cool designer which frequently crops up on the Groupon website. One recent deal was for a Ed Hardy Knitted Hoody (in a choice of five diesigns) at just £49. Anyone who knows their Ed Hardy will know that this is an unbelievable price as the RRP of this particular piece is £380!

If, however, you want something a bit less showy, Groupon has gifts to suit all budgets. A pretty and distinctive scarf by Urshu was recently offered at a 67 per cent discount. These embellished scarves make a great winter treat for mum, sister, best friend, auntie - basically anyone with a sense of individual style.

As well as clothing and jewellery, the Groupon National Deals page has also recently featured a children's balance bike, a camcorder for gadget lovers and a pack of luxury facemasks for beauty queens. So you see there really is a gift for everyone, no matter what the occasion. With prices so low why not forget waiting for a special occasion and treat someone to a genuine surprise?

As it offers a variety of high quality gifts, at unbelievably low prices, Groupon may well be the ultimate gift store, so subscribe to the D3ALS.co.uk email and never miss a deal!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

The Article is written by Roxanne Wells at www.D3ALS.co.uk providing and aggregation of Daily Deals, Hotel Deals, Holiday Deals, Spa Deals including Groupon.co.uk. Visit http://www.D3ALS.co.uk for more information on www.D3ALS.co.uk Products & Services. Copyright information This article is free for reproduction but must be reproduced in its entirety, including live links & this copyright statement must be included. Visit www.D3ALS.co.uk before you shop.

Get Fit in January with Discounted Dance Classes

When January comes around many of us start to feel the effects of Christmas over indulgences and our thoughts turn to stepping up the exercise routines that we may have relaxed through December.

The gym is of course a favoured option among those trying to tone up in the New Year, and you can often find daily deals on gym visits so that you can try out a gym before committing yourself to a long membership. Take a look at daily deals website D3ALS.co.uk for the best choice of gym offers from the likes of Groupon, KGB Deals and Living Social on one convenient, easy to use website.

If, however, pounding the treadmill or pumping iron bores you to tears, why not try out something a bit different and a touch more interesting? Dance is a fantastic form of exercises and dance classes have the added benefit of being fun, which of course means that you are more likely to return week after week.

Those who had prima-ballerina fantasies as a child are sure to enjoy ballet fitness classes, which will develop poise and strength. Whereas those who prefer something a bit more upbeat will have fun at zumba classes, which involve performing high energy South African dance routines.

Whatever type of dance class you choose, from classical styles such as ballet and tap, to more modern styles like zumba or street dance, you'll be burning calories and toning up in an enjoyable way.

Another great benefit of taking dance classes is that they offer an opportunity to socialise with other like-minded, wannabe dancers. This social aspect is often lacking in a gym environment and will motivate you to continue with your class attendance. Your new interest could even lead to you developing some great new friendships for the new year,

There's also a dance class for every mood - from an uplifting and energising salsa dance class to romantic lessons in ballroom dancing. You can vary your exercise routine depending on your needs throughout the week - perhaps you'd like to enjoy something energising to kick start your week and then wind down at the weekend with something calming and relaxing.

Though not strictly dance, yoga is one of the most calming forms of exercise that you can do, and the fluid combinations of movements are akin to a dance form. You will also find that yoga offers many of the same benefits of dance classes such as ballet, as practice will leave you with a supple, poised body and see a noticeable improvement in your day to day posture.

Of course, for many people, no matter how good their intentions are at the beginning of the year, a formal exercise routine just won't stick. Life tends to get in the way of exercise, and with many of us taking on extra hours at work or second jobs to make ends meet there may be little time left to devote to fitness. If that is the case with you it's a good idea to try and incorporate exercise into daily life - something that is surprisingly easy to do. Taking the stairs instead of lifts or escalators, or going for a walk every lunch time instead of eating at your desk, are small measures that quickly add up.

There is a wide range of fun activities that, while not ‘sold' as exercise, will burn calories just as well as a session in the gym. Rock climbing, scuba diving, bowling, paintballing, archery and skiing are just some examples of the fun leisure activities that are great for overall fitness and wellbeing. The great news is that all of these activities have featured on daily deals websites recently, meaning that eagle eyed bargain hunters can enjoy these experiences for much less.

Make sure that you don't miss any amazing deals on activities, dance classes, fitness classes and gym passes by subscribing to the D3ALS.co.uk email. This convenient service means that you'll get details of the best daily deals directly to your inbox, saving you from having to trawl several websites to find the health and fitness, activity or experience deal that you are looking for.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

The Article is written by Roxanne Wells at www.D3ALS.co.uk providing and aggregation of Daily Deals, Hotel Deals, Holiday Deals, Spa Deals including Dance Classes. Visit http://www.D3ALS.co.uk for more information on www.D3ALS.co.uk Products & Services. Copyright information This article is free for reproduction but must be reproduced in its entirety, including live links & this copyright statement must be included. Visit www.D3ALS.co.uk before you shop.

Live Well for Much Less with Daily Deals

With bills rising, wages falling and job security a thing of the past, 2011 was definitely a year when most of us were forced to do some belt tightening. However, in the midst of all the doom and gloom there has been one shining beacon of hope - the daily deals website.

Thanks to websites such as Groupon, Living Social, Wahanda and KGB Deals, bargain hunters have been able to manage to still live well, despite having less disposable income. This is because these companies offer a range of daily deals, from meals out to hair cuts to holidays, at fraction of the original cost.

The daily deals phenomena has grown so quickly that, in a survey done at the beginning of the year by Opinion Research, nearly one third of those asked said that they planned to use money off restaurant vouchers to save money.

James Endersby, managing director of Opinium Research said: "Our research has shown that during these tough economic times the priorities of UK consumers are constantly shifting.” He then went on to say that the nation “is watching what they spend and that in certain circumstance won't compromise on luxuries.”

Luckily, when you use daily deals websites you don't need to compromise. You can still enjoy delicious meals out, exciting days out and treats, while sticking to a tight budget.

In order to make sure that you get the best choice of daily deals, why not use a website like www.D3ALS.co.uk which pulls together the best daily deals from all the main daily deal providers. This means that you can see at a glance the deals that are available to you.

You can also, instead of subscribing to several emails and having to trawl through them, simply subscribe to the D3ALS.co.uk email, which makes it easy to compare offers from different providers.

If you are still new to the daily deals phenomena, here are some examples of what fantastic deals you can take advantage of, to help you live well for much less:

Meals Out

Meals out are a very popular area of the daily deals market, as they are a luxury that is often the first to go when the purse strings are tightened. After all, beans on toast at home is a perfectly nutritious meal - it's just not quite as exciting or enjoyable as a slap up meal out.

Those who use daily deals websites have realised that they don't have to forgo lifes little luxuries, be it a romantic meal out for two or lunch with the girls, as they can find details of vouchers giving up to a 90 per cent discount at websites such as D3ALS.co.uk.

Beauty Treatments

Beauty treatments are another luxury that is top of the list to sacrifice when financial times get tough. However, with daily deal vouchers you can enjoy a wide range of beauty treatments, from facials to fish pedicures, at beauty salons near you.

Those who feel in need of a spot of extra pampering should check out the deals from wellness website Wahanda, which specialises in spa breaks and pampering sessions at much lower prices. From pamper days, to hair cuts, to luxurious mini-breaks, there's something to suit every pampered princess at Wahanda.

Experiences

As the old saying goes, ‘variety is the spice of life' and enjoying new experiences is what keeps life interesting. There's no need to fall into the trap of staying in weekend after weekend because you're worried about money - with daily deals you can afford to mix things up as often as you like.

Recent examples of experience deals include rock climbing at a 60 per cent discount, singing lessons at a 70 per cent discount, go karting at a 64 per cent discount and a falconry experience at a 55 per cent discount.

Whatever you are into - be it extreme sports, pampering sessions or trying out new restaurants, daily deals websites mean that you can continue to indulge in the activities and experiences that you love, without worrying about the cost.

Surely the saviour of 2011 for many people, daily deals could be hailed as a modern day hero, warding off the effects of the evil recession for all those who arm themselves with heavily discounted vouchers.

And in the fight against the recession, D3ALS.co.uk is the secret weapon, allowing you to find the best value daily deals in your area, without spending your precious time scouring the web.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

The Article is written by Roxanne Wells at www.D3ALS.co.uk providing and aggregation of Daily Deals, Hotel Deals, Holiday Deals, Spa Deals including Daily Deals. Visit http://www.D3ALS.co.uk for more information on www.D3ALS.co.uk Products & Services. Copyright information This article is free for reproduction but must be reproduced in its entirety, including live links & this copyright statement must be included. Visit www.D3ALS.co.uk before you shop.

Get Your Perfect New Years Eve Outfit at New Look

For many of us New Years Eve is the most important party night of the entire year, so it follows that the outfit has to be 100 per cent perfect. New Look has an amazing selection of fabulous party wear that is ideal for that special New Years Eve party or night out, so browse New Look online for new in party and cocktail wear.

New Look is a popular brand, well know for its fashion forward pieces at great value prices. Even better value is shopping with a New Look promo code from shopping deals website 5hop5.ie. Find all the best New Look voucher codes and offers at 5hop5.ie before hitting the retailer's virtual dressing up box to find the New Years Eve outfit of your dreams.

Here's what to look for when shopping for party perfect New Years Eve outfits at New Look:

Metallics

If you can't go crazy with gold and silver at New Year then when can you? Cling onto that festive feeling with the Crinkle Elastic Back Bodycon Dress in fabulous shimmering gold. This curve hugging dress is a bargain at £12.50, and will look amazing with simple black opaque tights and cool black ankle booties.

Jewels

Outshine the disco ball on the dance floor in a bejewelled dress such as the New Look Gem Bandeau Satin Dress. This slinky satin minidress features a fashionable exposed back zip and a gem encrusted bustier. Pair with simple black courts for dinner and drinks, or fierce silver platforms for clubbing.

This little stunner is currently reduced to £17.50 and comes in black, nude and red - so you can look super sexy without breaking the bank this New Year. Plus, don't forget your New Look discount code from 5hop5.ie to make an even bigger saving.

Cobalt Blue

Blue has been big news all season, and there's no hotter hue right now than bright and beautiful cobalt. The Ruffled Shoulder Puffball Dress from New Look comes in this shade and is a fabulous minidress for those who like to show off those pins. Sky high heels are a must of course, but why not consider a clashing colour such as ruby red or hot pink?

At only £10, this cute little chiffon number is ideal for those who like to keep their look fresh, fun and flirty.

Animal Print

Bring out your inner animal this New Year in a foxy Animal Print Ponte Dress. This dress has cool cutaway sleeves and a flattering gathered waist and would look fabulous with contrasting bright tights and ankle boots.

If slinky snakeskin is more your thing then combine two trends with the New Look Snakeskin Skater Dress. Complete with cute tan waist belt, this swishy dress walks the line between sexy and flirty perfectly - so if you fancy a walk on the wild side, head to New Look.

Sequins

Sequins are a New Year party essential, and the Capped Sleeve Sequin Dress by New Look is the perfect little sparkler to shimmer and shine in. A simple bodycon style with capped sleeves and black reverse, this dress lets the sequins do the talking and is available in multi, jade and gold. Pair with opaques and a simple pair of coloured platform courts for a gorgeous party look that's both sexy and fun.

For those who simply can't be parted from their skinny jeans New Look also offers an amazing John Zack sequin vest in classic gold, for adding some sparkle to your trusty denims. This vest would also be perfect for New Years day lunch with the family. That's if you can drag yourself out of your pyjamas by midday after a night of heavy partying.

Lace

John Zack also does an amazing Lace Wrap Dress for New Look that has been a runaway success for the retailer this year. A flattering wrap style with plunging neckline and cap sleeves, this little lace lovely is the perfect dinner to dancing dress.

The majority of stunning party ready outfits at New Look are priced at under £50, with dresses available for as little as £10. This makes this fashion retailer a great value choice for when you want a fun, fashionable party outfit without spending a fortune.

For a great selection of party dresses at pocket money prices, look no further than New Look, and don't forget your 5hop5.ie voucher code to save those all important party pennies - after all, cocktails don't come cheap!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

The Article is written by Roxanne Wells at www.5hop5.ie providing New Look Promo Codes. Visit http://www.5hop5.ie for more information on www.5hop5.ie Products & Services. Copyright information This article is free for reproduction but must be reproduced in its entirety, including live links & this copyright statement must be included. Visit www.5hop5.ie before you shop.

Enjoy a Cheap City Shopping Break with Hotels.com

January can be a miserable month. Many of us slip into a post-Christmas slump, exasperated by the weather and our return to work, and the cold, dark days can feel bleak and boring.

Why not give yourself something to look forward to by arranging a city shopping break? January is a great time for shopping, as the post-Christmas sales means that there are always bargains galore on the high street, but without the pre-Christmas crowds of December to contend with.

Hotels.com is an amazing website which offers great discounts on hotel stays, both in the UK and abroad. Go to 5hop5.ie to find all the best Hotels.com promo codes and voucher codes, and make sure that you're saving the maximum amount on your accommodation to spend in the sales.

If you fancy the idea of a January getaway for less, arm yourself with a Hotels.com discount code and go shopping for something fabulous to look forward to in the New Year.

You don't have to go far. There are many amazing shopping destinations in the UK where you can enjoy a shop till you drop city break. Here are some ideas for those short on inspiration:

Dublin with Friends

Dublin is a fantastic destination for groups who want combine shopping with a fabulous, post-Christmas party to start 2012 with a bang. If you're in the mood for blowing your Christmas money then Grafton Street is the place to go for designer goods, while Temple Bar is crammed with more individual boutiques to explore. Both of these areas also boast bars, cafes and restaurants, so you can revive yourself after a busy shopping session with a fortifying Guinness or two.

Bath with Mum

Bath is the UK's number one spa town and is a great place to take mum on a relaxing shopping break in the new year. With flights from Dublin to nearby Bristol taking just an hour, it's a great destination that's easily accessible from Ireland.

Once you've explored the town's individual trinket and gift shops, and upmarket boutiques, you can enjoy a post-Christmas de-stress at the Thermae Bath Spa. This beautiful spa boasts a roof top mineral rich pool with views over the city, as well as an indoor thermal bath, aroma steam rooms, waterfall showers and a café. Why not spoil Mum (and yourself) with a treatment such as a relaxing massage or reviving facial, so that you can both begin the new year looking and feeling your best?

York with a Loved One

With its romantic cobbled streets, intimate cafes and restaurants and atmospheric cathedral York is a great place to spend some quality time with a loved one. The end of the year is always a busy time - with family, work and social commitments meaning that you may not get to spend as much quality time with your special person as you would like.

You can rectify this come January with a romantic mini-break to beautiful York where you can explore the gift shops hand in hand, perhaps stopping at a chocolatiers such as Monk Bar Chocolatiers of York to stock up on treats to take home.

The nearest airport to York is Leeds Bradford which is serviced daily from Ireland by Ryanair, so why not invest in your relationship with some quality time to kick off a loved up 2012?

London with the Kids

There's only one place to head with kids who love to shop and that's London. Not only can they run wild in the seven storey toy emporium that is Hamleys, but you could also treat them to a theatre trip after their shopathon.

Wicked at the Apollo Victoria and Shrek at the Theatre Royal are two musicals that are great for little kids and big kids alike, so indulge the whole family in a treat that is sure to begin the year on a high note.

Little ones will also love Covent Garden for its Build a Bear workshop and the Hope and Greenwood confectionary store - just make sure they've had lunch before letting them lose among the jars and jars of traditional sweet treats and treasures.

Whoever you want to share your shopping trip with, make sure that you get the best value price on your accommodation by using a Hotels.com voucher code from 5hop5.ie. After all, the less you spend on your hotel the more you have left to treat yourself during your spree. Maybe an extra suitcase to fill with your prized purchases might be a good idea?

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

The Article is written by Roxanne Wells at www.5hop5.ie providing Hotels.com Promo Codes. Visit http://www.5hop5.ie for more information on www.5hop5.ie Products & Services. Copyright information This article is free for reproduction but must be reproduced in its entirety, including live links & this copyright statement must be included. Visit www.5hop5.ie before you shop.

Find the Best Places to Stay in Dublin with Expedia

We all know that Dublin is a fabulous place to visit. The shopping and the nightlife are world-renowned, and it's a city crammed full of cultural highlights. However, no matter how fabulous your destination, choosing the wrong place to stay can turn a dream trip into a disaster.

Expedia lists over 200 hotels in Dublin to choose from, with guest reviews and ratings to make choosing your perfect place much easier. Hotel policies and fees are clearly laid out and Expedia works hard to secure the best rates and even special offers for its customers. Find all the best Expedia discount codes and offers at 5hop5.ie, to ensure that you never miss a great deal on fabulous Dublin accommodation.

One of the most popular Dublin hotels featured on Expedia is the Ariel House Guest House located in a leafy suburb of the city. This guest house has consistently scored five out of five in the Expedia guest reviews and is well connected to the city, yet its location means that it offers amazing value for money.

Another great value suburban hotel is the Bewleys Hotel in Ballsbridge. Set in a stunning converted church building this hotel also offers amazing value for money and is the perfect base for a bargain Dublin break.

If, however, you prefer to be in the heart of the city centre action then the Trinity Capital Hotel would make a great choice. Renovated in 2007, this hotel has an impressive 94 per cent recommendation rate from Expedia guests, and is located just across from one of the city's best-know landmarks, Trinity College.

The shops and bars of Grafton Street and Temple Bar are less than one kilometre away, so this really is the perfect place to stay if you plan on shopping and partying till you drop in Dublin, as there's no need for a taxi back to the hotel afterwards!

The Shelbourne Dublin is another hotel which comes highly recommended by Expedia guests and enjoys an amazing city centre location. The luxurious five star establishent sits on the prestigious St Stephen's Green Square and is perfectly located for the designer boutiques and upmarket bars of Grafton Street as well as the full of character Temple Bar area.

The Shelbourne offers stunning Frank Nicholson designed bedrooms with feather beds, marble bathrooms, LCD TV's and 300 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding. It's a fabulous choice for an indulgent weekend away with that special someone.

Also on St Stephen's Green is the four star Stauntons on the Green Guest House, which has a lower price point than the Shelbourne yet also enjoys amazing reviews and an Expedia Guest rating of 4.4 out of 5. From this location you can walk to Iveagh Gardens, the National Museum of Ireland, Trinity College, The National Gallery of Ireland and many more fantastic Dublin attractions.

Alternatively, why not get a happy medium with The Royal Marine Hotel? At eight miles from the city centre, this hotel is easily accessible but enjoys a quiet location set in four acres of stunning gardens and overlooking Dublin Bay.

The Royal Marine Hotel is ideal for those who want to spend some time relaxing on their break as the hotel has excellent spa facilities including nine treatment rooms, gym, steam room and indoor pool. The rooms are equally luxurious and feature cotton bed linen, wooden furnishings, satellite TV and high-speed internet access.

Highly rated by Expedia guests with a score of 4.4 out of 5, you can book this hotel with the peace of mind that you won't be unpacking your suitcase at Faulty Towers on arrival.

Booking your Dublin hotel through Expedia.ie is a great idea as the travel specialists have done all the hard work for you. There's no need to trawl the internet trying to compare hotel locations, facilities and prices as Expedia does all this for you and more. Guest reviews and ratings make it easy to choose the right hotel for you, and Expedia's buying power means that you may have access to rates that are much lower than the hotel's rack rate.

Make sure that you're saving the maximum amount by checking out the Expedia discount codes on 5hop5.ie and enjoy an amazing, great value Dublin stay that won't be spoilt by a below par hotel. Remember, Faulty Towers was only funny because we weren't booked in for our next mini-break!

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Debenhams: New Year, New You

Debenhams is an amazing ‘everything under one roof' department store where you'll find everything that you could possibly wish for, for you, your home and your family. January is a fantastic time to splash out as the best sale of the year will be in full swing. However, you can get even more for your money when you arm yourself with a Debenhams voucher code from 5hop5.ie.

If you're thinking of taking advantage of amazing sale prices this January, then be sure to check 5hop5.ie before you do. The place on the internet to find the best discounts codes and offers for popular high street and online retailers, 5hop5.ie can slash sale prices further for you, ensuring that you begin the new year on a steady financial footing.

With a Debenhams Promo code from 5hop5.ie you can afford to treat yourself to some cut price goodies, and the January sales offer a great opportunity to refresh and revive a tired looking wardrobe.

The New Year is the perfect time to re-assess your style, but if you're going to splash out on new outfits for 2012 then you need to make some room. Why not make good use of your time off work by putting on some music and spending an afternoon going through your closets and drawers? Here's what to get rid of:

Anything That's Too Small

Items that have been too small for all, or most of, 2011 should be gotten rid of. Keeping clothes that you can't fit into is de-motivating and depressing - as is attempting to fit into outfits that no longer fit comfortably. Why not sell items that are too small on eBay and use the funds to treat yourself to a new, flattering and comfortable wardrobe that you'll look and feel good in.

Of course, if you've put on half a stone over Christmas suddenly you shouldn't automatically bin your entire wardrobe, as a month or two of sensible eating should bring you back down to your previous size. However, if the item in question has been too small for months (or even years!) then getting rid of it will free up precious wardrobe space for some beautiful New Year bargains.

Anything Too Trendy

Neon leg warmers from the 80's? Bin them. A denim jacket circa 1995? Get rid. Anything that you bought as a disposable fashion fad should be disposed of to make room for the fashions of 2012.

However, do make sure that you're not binning precious memories. Any items that hold particular sentimental value can be put up in the loft, or even stored in a pretty ‘dressing up box' style trunk.

Anything That's Had Its Day

You may well love your favourite comfy cardigan, but if it's worn and tatty then wearing it is never going to make you feel great. Bidding a fond farewell to any items that have simply been worn out will make room for a revitalised wardrobe full of clothes that you can be worn with pride.

Of course, it's always a good idea to remember Grandma's make do and mend philosophy. If it's simply the case of a loose button or a missing sequin or two then invest a bit of time and energy into restoring items back to their best. Sometimes however, items have simply been worn out, and no amount of TLC can revive them.

Anything That You Simply Don't Like

We all make purchasing mistakes, and more often than not they languish in the back of our wardrobes while we convince ourselves that we will wear them ‘one day'.

Be honest with yourself, and if ‘one day' is never likely to come then put your mistake to good use by either donating it to charity or selling on eBay. That way your unwanted items are no longer just clothing ‘waste' and can do some good to others or to your post-Christmas bank balance.

While a new year wardrobe clear out can be cathartic, it's also important not to get carried away and go too far with your clothing cull. Keep classic items such as well-cut suits, shirts, dresses and jeans, as well as any items that give you a thrill that you just can't put your finger on. We all have items lurking in our wardrobes that we rarely wear but simply love - and they're worth holding on to. Anything else, however, is fair game.

Your reward for being strict with yourself and your wardrobe is a cut-price New Year shopping spree. Check out the voucher codes and offers at 5hop5.ie first and then work on filling that wardrobe back up again. No 80's neon leg warmers allowed!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

The Article is written by Roxanne Wells at www.5hop5.ie providing Debenhams Promo Codes. Visit http://www.5hop5.ie for more information on www.5hop5.ie Products & Services. Copyright information This article is free for reproduction but must be reproduced in its entirety, including live links & this copyright statement must be included. Visit www.5hop5.ie before you shop.