Philip Youngwood

Festival Season: The Trip is Half the Fun

The summer is great for music lovers across the UK; festivals are held throughout the season beginning as early as May. But there is more to the festival than just the music; there is the social aspect of just chilling out for a couple of days on a field ... Read >

Luxury watches: five super expensive brands

Time is money, as they say, and there's certainly money to be made in time. Super expensive watches are known as the preserve of the rich and successful, as status symbols which communicate wealth, and that's a fact not lost on the following five brands w... Read >

Top Five In-Flight Health Picks

Frequent fliers are susceptible to a number of minor health complaints as a result of air cabin pressure, air conditioning and sitting for long periods of time [1]. Whether you work in the cabin, need to fly often or have a trip coming up, we've put toget... Read >

The 3 Richest Men in the World

America's leading rich list maker, Forbes, has just published the 2010 list of the world's Billionaires, and surprisingly Bill Gates was knocked off the top spot. The following three men are a regular feature on the list, being part of that very elite gro... Read >

Vitamin Deficiencies

Getting enough vitamins and minerals is essential to the healthy function of our bodies. From the health of our skin, bones and blood to our organs, these nutrients make a big impact on our wellbeing, aiding in the growth and development of just about eve... Read >

Resolving the Dirtiest of Dirty Homes

If you think your home is in a bit of a state and you want to start appreciating the place you live in, you should try to learn from example from our photographs below. We'll show you just how bad it can get, and how you can solve your cleaning dilemmas.... Read >

Is It A Simple Platter Or An Expensive Antique?

Wendy Jones, 68, of Aberystwyth, went many years not knowing how much her plate was worth. In fact, she thought it was an old and dirty dinner plate. However, it was actually a 22 inch platter valued at £100,000 [1]. How can you tell whether your plat... Read >

Have a Happy and Homely Easter

Easter isn't just a time for the kids to run around finding - and likely eating - chocolate eggs in the house and garden, it is a time for families to come together to celebrate. It is the most important Christian festival [1], but also has underlying Pag... Read >

Britain’s richest property tycoon’s

Despite recent troubles in the UK housing market, property has long been one of the most effective ways to invest money. According to the Sunday Times Rich List 2009, there were 368 billionaires/millionaires that made a substantial part of their fortune t... Read >

The Importance of Achieving Good Colon Health

Many people in society struggle with bouts of constipation and diarrhoea, so much so that many consider it to be an inevitable part of life. Though many are not aware that their colons could be a result of this. The colon is also referred to as the large ... Read >

Guide to spotting antiques in your home

In 2007, a gentleman from the United States went on an antiques show with an old Indian blanket that had been in his family for a few generations and was rumoured to have been a gift from the legendary Kit Carson. The information about the gift giver coul... Read >

Meaningful and memorable gift ideas for your beloved Valentine

With less than a month to go before Valentine's Day, it's time to start thinking about what to buy for your beloved. While the flowers, chocolates, and teddy bear combination may work for some people, others like a more personal and unique twist to their ... Read >

Royal residences of the British Monarchy

The Queen of England is one of the most famous and recognised women in the world, having reigned for over five decades. Ruling over the UK and fifteen other realms, the palatial residences situated across the British Isles certainly seem befitting of her ... Read >

The Wondrous Parks of Walt Disney World

If you are a fan of Disney, and find that you have Disney memorabilia scattered throughout your home, you may want to consider a visit to Walt Disney World in Florida. The four parks, as well as two water parks are bound to put a smile on even a sceptic's... Read >

Tea consumption culture in the UK

For many people in the UK, the day starts with a tired stumble towards the kettle for their morning cup of tea before facing the rest of the day. In fact, British people are the second largest tea consumers in the world; on average this works out to about... Read >