*This is a collaborative post. When it comes to New Year’s Resolutions, it’s no secret that the new year brings an influx of new gym memberships with many people looking to get fit. But for those seasoned exercisers, it is also a great time to shake up what you are already doing and add something new to the mix. Have you noticed your workouts are…

*This is a collaborative post. When it comes to your home, often the first impressions can be the ones that last. But yet, many of us still tend to focus our time and energy on improving the interior look. While this is an important part of your home, and the part you spend the most time in, it is also important for you to ensure…

*This is a collaborative post. Theatre has a long and rich history in the United Kingdom; Even today, the art of theatre continues to play an integral role in our culture. No matter what your taste, you are sure to find a production that tickles your fancy in one of the UK’s most prestigious venues; From timeless Shakesperean works to modern masterpieces, and more! Luckily,…

It’s been just over seventeen years since I last went to New York and Mike has never been so we have spoken about making a trip there in the not too distant future. When I first went, I have to say, it just reminded me of a ‘not so nice version of London’ as it was so busy and far less history, but I was…

*This is a collaborative post. When you hear about some of the different names for types of garage doors like sectional or up and over, you may be a bit confused. While these names speak to builders and architects of Essex, everyman may have a harder time telling them apart. In this little guide, we’ve put together short and easy descriptions of 5 different types…

*This is a collaborative post. Are you planning to convert your basement into a bedroom or living space? Instead of storing junk in your basement, a basement conversion is an excellent way to utilise this space to create an extra room.  If you’re considering converting your basement into a living area or even if you’re continuing to use it for storage, waterproofing is crucial. Waterproofing…

When we think of gambling in the States the images that spring to mind are always the bright lights of casinos on the Vegas strip – meccas of blackjack tables, roulette wheels and endless rows of slot machines. Vegas has earned its reputation as the gambling capital of the Western World, indeed globally it’s only really challenged by Macau in China. But Vegas isn’t the…

*This is a collaborative post. Waste management is one of the most important things, not only if you are from Essex but from all over the UK as we all need to be more responsible. Residents should know which things to recycle, which to dispose of, and which we can use skips for. Generally speaking, you can put most items in a skip except hazardous…