You can Shop till you Drop at London's Department Stores London's department stores are household names in the U.K. as well as being famous the world over. Each of the large London shops has its particular branding and appeal and regular shoppers know to make a bee-line to certain stores for specific purchases. Just walk along Oxford Street, London's premier shopping street, and you'll find Selfridges, Marks and Spencers, John Lewis and Debenhams, all within easy reach of each … [Read more...]
Shopping On Your Tromsø Travel
December 20, 2009 by
Where to Shop in Tromsø Town Centre: Storgata is Tromsø’s main pedestrian street and its downtown shopping precinct. Along this street are many shops selling local and international products. You'll find boutiques and fashion shops, gifts and souvenir stores, bookshops,chemists and most other shops that a modern city would have, including electronics and cellphones. If you're looking for some Arctic delicacies like reindeer sausages or stock fish, try the grocery shop at Storgata 63. … [Read more...]
Paris Sale – Paris is the Shopping Capital of the World
December 9, 2009 by
During the January Paris Sale, the City Transforms into a Bargain Basement for Fashion: Any city which starts the new year with a huge sale must be a serious shopping city. And yes, Paris is a serious shopping city! The year begins with the launch of its winter sales, which lasts for five whole weeks and the French capital transforms itself into a bargain basement for fashion, interior decorations, furniture, house wares, etc. As someone who is very keen on shopping, I must say that … [Read more...]
Gift Shopping on your Innsbruck Holiday
November 27, 2009 by
Gifts and souvenirs that taste really good - Innsbruck Old Town: Innsbruck is a great place to shop for gifts and souvenirs for friends and family who appreciate the tastier side of life. If you're looking to share some of your Innsbruck food experience with folks back home, head for the Old Town (Alstadt) where the shops stock foods that will delight just about anyone. What to Buy Take home some souvenirs of Innsbruck's Golden Roof for those with a sweet tooth. Head for Konditorei Munding, … [Read more...]
The Glitz and Glamour of Swarovski Crystal
November 26, 2009 by
Swarovski Crystal Gallery - the World's Largest: Stroll through the streets of Innsbruck’s historic centre and one shop you won't miss is the Swarovski Crystal Gallery. Its bright red, stylishly restored 15th century building is right at the southern entrance to the Old Town (Alstadt) where Swarovski's spacious premises house a world full of glitz and glamour. Swarovski has a huge following amongst women the world over who love their glitzy jewellery, accessories and ornaments. Charm … [Read more...]
Arraiolos Hand-Embroidered Wool Carpets
November 19, 2009 by
Arraiolos - Famous for its Wool Carpets: Arraiolos is famous for its wool carpets and tapestries which have been woven here since the 16th century. Arraiolos carpets (Tapetes de Arraiolos) have decorated palaces and manor houses in Portugal for centuries and it is believed that the craft may have been introduced by the Moors. Generations of embroiderers have preserved the Arraiolos carpet tradition and there are many tales and legends surrounding the Tapetes de Arraiolos, including one … [Read more...]
Shopping on your Ukraine Holiday
November 18, 2009 by
What to Buy on your Ukraine Holiday: The Ukraine is a country that is shaking off its Soviet past and in a hurry to become a Westernised country. Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, now has many attributes of a Western city with large shopping malls, recreation centres and shops and boutiques that carry branded luxury goods. In Kiev city centre alone there are five huge shopping malls: City Centre - 7 Kreshchatik St. Globus - Maidan Nezalezhnosty Square Mandarin-Plaza - 6 Basseynaya … [Read more...]
Camden Market | Camden Lock
November 3, 2009 by
Camden is six markets rolled into one: Camden is famous the world over for its market and when you visit Camden, you're in fact visiting six different markets. The collection of the six markets make Camden the largest street market in the U.K. The sprawling market attracts both Londoners as well as overseas visitors and every weekend more than 100,000 people come to the Camden Market to browse, shop, be entertained or just to soak up the atmosphere. There are dozens of bars and restaurants so … [Read more...]
London Shopping | Where to Shop in London
November 2, 2009 by
Where to Shop in London: Hey big spenders, pack your Euros, Dollars, Dinars, Yen, Gold or whatever currency you hold and head to London. With Sterling still trundling along its recessionary journey, international visitors can indulge in some excellent-value retail therapy shopping in London. Westfield London This is the London's latest shopping super-mall in Shepherd's Bush. With a distinctive blend of designer and high street labels, Westfield London offers the ultimate shopping … [Read more...]
Camden Passage – Antiques and Collectibles Shopping
October 29, 2009 by
Camden Passage - London's Unique Antique Market: We're on our way to Neil's place when he suggests that we may be interested in having a quick look at Camden Passage Market. Camden Passage is a collection of small antique shops, arcades and open air stalls, selling antiques and collectibles as well as other second-hand goods. It has been a thriving London antiques village for the past 40 years and is a favourite haunt of antique dealers, collectors and designers. Currently there are 350 … [Read more...]