Archive for the ‘Society’ category

Party of a lifetime in Reykjavik: Stag, Hen and birthday ideas

February 7th, 2011

With some of the best nightlife in the world, Reykjavik is a great place to visit for a thrilling holiday, as well as the perfect Stag, Hen and birthday party idea. Reykjavik is full of excitement and electricity with over 100 different bars, clubs and restaurants all within walking distance from each other. Reykjavik also boasts a flourishing music scene, where visitors are guaranteed to watch something suited to their tastes, and maybe experience something new.

To experience Reykjavik´s nightlife, Icelandair, Iceland’s leading airline, has introduced the Nightlife in Reykjavik package deal which includes flights, three nights accommodation and plenty of activities to kick start an evening. This package is designed to get visitors ready for what the locals call the ‘runtur’ (round tour) and provides plenty of time the following day for sleep or a trip to the ultimate hangover cure, the Blue Lagoon spa. » Read more: Party of a lifetime in Reykjavik: Stag, Hen and birthday ideas

Tourism management courses make OTT candidates the best for the job

January 7th, 2011

Online travel training company Online Travel Training is making the New Year look pretty rosy for its members and users, with a selection of tourism management courses and travel and tourism diploma modules designed to give them the edge in interview situations. The site has joined forces with a number of major travel agent employers and air carriers, to deliver targeted and sponsored courses that provide the kind of information a candidate needs to prove that he or she has gone that extra mile in preparing for an interview or finding out the information he or she needs to start a job.

The tourism management courses hosted on the Online Travel Training site are designed to enable a UK travel and tourism job seeker to develop a bank of knowledge about both the industry he or she is interested in working in, and the specific company that he or she has gone for an interview with. The idea is that taking the travel and tourism diploma modules will give evidence of initiative and willing: while the actual information contained in them will enable candidates to work out what part of the travel and tourism industry they are best suited to work in. It is a win-win situation. » Read more: Tourism management courses make OTT candidates the best for the job

CIVIC appointed to Scottish Government web development and applications framework

December 1st, 2010

Scottish Government’s commitment to small business and enabling small and medium enterprises in Scotland (SME) to compete for high value contracts was underlined with CIVIC’s appointment to a three year multi-supplier framework. A move that will allow CIVIC to compete on a level playing field with large multi-national organisations.

CIVIC, a Scottish company headquartered in Edinburgh, has been selected against some fierce competition from major European and International competitors to provide web applications and development for the Scottish Government, Associated Departments and Agencies to the Scottish Government and Non-Departmental Public Bodies (NDPBs) following its appointment to The Scottish Government Multi Supplier Framework for Provision of Applications, Web Development and Associated Services. » Read more: CIVIC appointed to Scottish Government web development and applications framework

Successful planning tips

November 30th, 2010

As I was reordering my Day-Timer inserts for 2011 (yes, I prefer the good old fashioned kind you can still write in), I noticed a little card that was included with my order and it was titled ‘Tips for Success’, well you know I HAD to read it and they were so good I wanted to take the time to share them with all of you as my way of saying ‘Thank You’ for being wonderful clients and wishing you great success!

1) Make effective use of downtime by having a book or article with you to pass the time. (I always have a newsletter or one of the 4 books I read at once with me wherever I go!) » Read more: Successful planning tips

Lancashire wine merchant becomes the first to import renowned non-alcoholic wine into the UK

November 29th, 2010

Lancashire-based Turton Wines has become the first wine merchant to import the renowned Domaine de Fleur wine. This is the first time the range of high-quality non-alcoholic wines have been made available in the United Kingdom.

Brett Dawson, Director of Turton Wines, said, “We’re so pleased to be able to supply Domaine de Fleur. Alcohol-free wines have improved tremendously in recent years, and this new generation is excellent.” » Read more: Lancashire wine merchant becomes the first to import renowned non-alcoholic wine into the UK

Astrological clock donated to city of Oslo

November 24th, 2010

The city of Oslo has been donated with an astrological clock during a recent unveiling ceremony hosted by Mayor Fabian Stang. The clock was donated by Christian Ringes, CEO of Eiendomsspar.

Artists Elena Engelsen and Per Ung, two of Norway’s most renowned artists, spent over one year collaborating on the clock’s design. Engelsen created the exotic animal characters star, while Ung designed the human characters in the zodiac. » Read more: Astrological clock donated to city of Oslo

Center for entrepreneurship enterprise park launches new website

October 20th, 2010

Iceland’s center for entrepreneurship and enterprise park, Asbru has recently launched its new updated website. The website now has developed its usability for Asbru’s potential customers, allowing them to find the services they need more efficiently.

The Asbru Enterprise Park was formed at the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) abandoned its military base in Keflavik, Iceland in 2006; with this departure, over 900 local people were left unemployed. However, the community looked at the possible opportunities with the space and consequently established the park. » Read more: Center for entrepreneurship enterprise park launches new website

Oslo 2010 marathon event in Norway marks 2500 years of the marathon

September 24th, 2010

(Original source – WebWire 24.09.2010)

Norway’s answer to the New York marathon, the Fokus Bank Oslo Marathon 2010 is set to mark the 2500-year anniversary of the long-distance running event tomorrow. Fokus Bank Oslo Marathon organizers, The Vidar Sports Club, expects close to 16,000 people to participate during this weekend’s proceedings.

This event, marking the fabled run of Greek soldier Pheidippides, a messenger who allegedly ran from the Battle of Marathon to Athens in 490 BC, will set its stamp on the Norwegian capital over these two days. The event’s starting and finishing lines are located at Akershus Castle in the city center, and if the forecasts for participation stand correct, this event will set a new record for a street race in Oslo; the previous record, set in 1994 at 14,192 runners.

» Read more: Oslo 2010 marathon event in Norway marks 2500 years of the marathon

Seattle Chiropractor, Dr. James Devine, empowers community to live a healthier life

September 22nd, 2010

Devine Chiropractic and Rehab Center and Seattle chiropractor, Dr. James Devine DC, are pleased to announce programs developed to empower the residents of Seattle to achieve a healthier and more enjoyable lifestyle. The methods and practices of chiropractic medicine have been utilized in designing programs to foster and enhance physical health and wellness.

Wellness is a concept that is more than the absence of disease. It is achieving a physical balance that promotes emotional and mental balance in all aspects of life. Some of the techniques and principles that are utilized include nutrition, exercise, stress reduction techniques and spinal adjustments when appropriate. The exact course of therapy is determined by a thorough assessment and by working with the patient to encourage a holistic approach to life.

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President of U.S. national speakers association and published author to speak at UK conference

September 17th, 2010

Kristin Arnold, a well-known speaker and U.S. based author will be speaking at the Professional Speakers Association Annual Conference in Buckinghamshire, England. Arnold is a world-renowned author, speaker, and president of the U.S. National Speakers Association.

Arnold’s book, From Boring to Bravo, instructs and explains the importance of learning the art of public speaking. Her tools, knowledge, and skills of the art of speaking are highly sought after by companies, conferences, and public speaking guilds. Her methods and tips have been featured on NBC, The New York Times, USA Today, and ABC.

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