Madagascar is truly unique, in both a cultural and geographical sense. Imgur Plants and wildlife on the island have developed in a far different way to on mainland Africa. Countless species can be found nowhere else on earth while its people are an intriguing mix of Malay and African ancestry. Imgur Home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites and national parks, the island is famed for its countless lemur colonies, including the rare golden bamboo lemur which was only discovered less than 20 years ago. Imgur The country is unlike anywhere else on the planet and it holds many secrets – those... [More]

Starting university can be quite a daunting thought, but any anxiety often quickly disappears once the events of Freshers’ Week are in full swing.It’s often a whole new experience for many fresh faced youngsters – many are moving away from home for the first time, getting ready to cook for themselves and wash their own clothes for the first time!   Freshers’ Week marks the start of a new chapter in life where everyone settles in, enrols on their courses, and finalises timetables and the like.Beyond that, it’s about having a really good time meeting new faces... [More]

Not everybody likes change. Especially a change as big as starting university. It’s a whole new start and they’ll be plenty going on. But you really shouldn’t have to panic about setting foot into the big wide world of uni – and here’s a few reasons why… 1. It’s one big fun experience! 2. Packing is easy – you’ll be amazed at how few things you actually need! Movingabout 3. Everyone else is in exactly the same shoes! 4. Having independence and freedom is cool! 5. You’ll meet friends for life!  6. You’ll learn important... [More]

Many countries around the world are renowned for their stunning architecture, with building designs that show just what the human mind is capable of.Singapore is no different and features hundreds of buildings that have to been seen to be believed – from high-rise developments to environmentally friendly living spaces. Here we pick a selection of the most extravagant buildings, ones that lovers of fine architecture are sure to enjoy. Marina Bay Sands Twitter The Integrated Resort that fronts Marina Bay is the world’s most expensive standalone casino property – valued at a wh... [More]

It’s almost that time of year again that school children dread – the sign that six weeks of bliss has ended and that it’s time to return to the classroom once more. As children across the nation prepare to return to school, we’ve picked out the absolute essentials that you can’t afford to forget… Uniform   Schooluniformdebate O.K. So it probably won’t be seen on the designer catwalk but uniform is an essential part of school life, as are the shoes that go with it! Coat   Buyschoolunifrom Summer may only just have ended but the chances ar... [More]

By the start of August it’s fairly safe to say festival season in the UK is in full swing.  Isle of Wight has been and gone and legends from the world of music have rocked away Glastonbury. While mid-August sees what V-Festival can offer, music fans up and down the country will be blissfully waiting for the August bank holiday weekend – renowned for being one of the biggest for festivals in the UK. With four major events taking place across the country, those lucky enough to have tickets will get to witness their favourite acts performing to huge crowds. Hopefully the weather ... [More]

With the Great British Bake Off returning to our screens this summer, we thought we’d provide you with the chance to follow in the footsteps of the bakers.While we don’t guarantee that you’ll manage creations that Mary Berry would be proud of, we do hope they’ll be edible at the very least! So here are a few handy tips to think about if you’re planning to try out baking in the weeks ahead. You never know, you may even like it and want to appear on next year’s show! Twitter So where to start? Everyone has to start somewhere, so what better place than with th... [More]

The South American country of Chile is one of the continent’s most stable and prosperous nations yet there is plenty that you probably don’t know about it. For instance, did you know that the first inhabitants of the region were Native Americans that settled nearly 10,000 years ago? Or that the Atacama Desert is one of the driest places in the world? Or even that the Andean condor is the national bird of the country? If you did know those things we’re impressed, but if not, here are a few other things to discover about Chile… Wiki 1. Chile is the longest country in th... [More]

If you’re jetting off overseas this summer or even visiting part of Britain’s fantastic coastline, then the chances are that you might end up on a glorious beach somewhere.Forecasts suggest a warm August too, providing the perfect opportunity for a day by at the seaside!But before you tread on any golden sands, be sure you’ve got the essentials to really enjoy your trip – from beach towels to your bucket and spade! Beach towels Homelogy There are two things that top the list of essentials for a trip to the beach and the first is a towel. It’s great to lay on when... [More]

Australia is the world’s largest island and is similar in size to all of Europe combined.Within the boundaries of the nation lie plenty of landmarks and things to see, although some are more renowned than others.Here, we take a look at what makes these landmarks famous, as well as exploring some of the history behind them. Sydney Harbour Bridge Imgur Dominating the landscape of the harbour in Sydney is the imaginatively named Sydney Harbour Bridge. The steel through arch bridge is capable of carrying rail, vehicular and pedestrian traffic between the city’s central business distri... [More]