Is there an ‘other’ side to Benidorm, Spain

Is there an ‘other’ side to Benidorm, Spain

ByJen Lowthrop

…and will definitely return. If you don’t fancy Melia Villaitana, then Jet2.com have loads of cheaper or flight only options. I flew with Jet2.com from East Midlands so super close and easy for me in Derbyshire. The flight was basic, but with reserved seats and no delays I couldn’t complain. On the way back there was a mix up with my flight times as my ticket said a different time to the actual flight which left me running like a loon through the a…

Haddon Hall Christmas Market – Everything you need to know

Haddon Hall Christmas Market – Everything you need to know

ByJen Lowthrop

…h does the Mercatum cost? It is £7.50 per person to visit the market. Under 16s go free. This price does also include free parking across the road. Where is Haddon Hall and where can I park? The parking is free and is across the road from Haddon Hall, directly off the A6. It is less than 5 minutes outside Bakewell in the Peak District. You can also get the bus from Matlock or Bakewell. Map and directions to Haddon Hall They don’t have parking dire…

Photos to Remember Matlock in Lockdown

ByJen Lowthrop

…new walks around Matlock (or near where you live) since lockdown? https://www.instagram.com/p/B_27SybJa4S/ Photo by Ashley Bird Photo by High Edge Photography A few positive memories of lockdown in photos Because yer it’s been ‘a bit shit’ but there have been some joyful, happy moments to come out of this too. Walks with Rowland, sunshine gin and tonics in the garden, finding a pop up library box and even starting to run! https://www.instagram.co…

Tips for Staying Productive when Working from Home.

Tips for Staying Productive when Working from Home.

ByJen Lowthrop

…giant monitor, but really this is just a distraction from you getting the actual work done.  I have a lovely office and desk area, but about 70% of the time I don’t actually sit at it and find I am more productive from the sofa, from the kitchen table or right now… in the garden!  Switch it up, when you feel yourself getting distracted again, stretch your legs and move rooms (if you can). I know not everyone has the luxury of different locations,…

7 ways to celebrate the Peak District National Park’s Birthday

7 ways to celebrate the Peak District National Park’s Birthday

ByJen Lowthrop

…t a team volunteering day! Find out more about the Peak Partner Scheme. 4. Download a Virtual Peak District Background Phil Sproson kindly donated some of his photography and turned his gorgeous photos of the Peak District into virtual backgrounds. So why not download a virtual background and share your love of the Peak District on all your Zoom calls! Let me know if you sing Happy Birthday too! 5. Read all about the Peak District There’s loads to…

7 Ways I Grew my Freelance Business in 2017

7 Ways I Grew my Freelance Business in 2017

ByJen Lowthrop

…increased my UX skills and Google AdWords, alongside keeping on top of the latest changes in social media advertising and organic digital marketing. All of these have helped me stay ahead of the crowd and be able to offer an up to date service to my clients. Make sure you stay on top of the latest trends in your field, read blogs and books, go to conferences and events and soak up all the extra knowledge you can. 2. Getting a longer-term big clien…

Hotel Review – DoubleTree by Hilton Ras Al-Khaimah

ByJen Lowthrop

…ter Hilton hotel down the road was celebrating World Recycling Day, with a competition to make the best useful piece of art out of recycled materials from the hotel. They had made some brilliant creations, including lamps, light shades, chairs and tables made from recycled bottles, tins and cans. I was really impressed and the prizes for the winning team were amazing, including a trip to Dubai and dinner on the beach. Definitely good for staff mor…