Shame Shame. This word works on righteous outrage and curiosity. How often have you read about a celebrity shame weekend drugs and drink-fuelled binge? Or a politician’s shameful double standards- voting to cut the budget to help people buy their first homes while using taxpayer’s money to buy another villa in France? Result? Indignation. It’s […]
Comfort/Comfortable Do you offer rooms in a Bed and Breakfast with all the comforts of home? Can those who visit your pub sit in comfort by the fire on icy days? Does your mindfulness course help people feel comfortable in their own skin? Can you give people the confidence to feel comfortable standing up […]
Introduce Merriam-Webster defines “introduce” as “to bring (someone, such as an actor or singer) before the public for the first time.” It’s exciting to be introduced to something. I remember being introduced to Chinese food. I was 12. Raised on traditional British meat and two veg fare, I knew I was going to get something […]
Hungary Capital City: Budapest Major Cities: Debrecen, Szeged, Miskolc, Pécs, Language: Population: 9.7 million (2017) Climate: Hungary is blessed with warm, dry summers and cold winters. Top Destinations: Nature lovers will want to make Hortobagy National Park their first stop. Situated in the east, it’s the country’s largest protected area. A bird-spotters dream with over […]
Effective If something is effective it does what it’s supposed to. Here’s what the Merriam-Webster dictionary says. No-one wants to waste their time or money on something that isn’t effective. Remember the advert for wallpaper paste from the ‘70s? If not, or you’re a little too young, check it out the link at the bottom […]
Vibrant Think about colour for a moment. There are three primary colours, plus black (the absorption of colour) and white (a mix of all primary colours). Think of all the shades and hues we can get from that. A brilliant kaleidoscope of shades from dazzling neon lights to shimmering fabrics. All of them vibrant. What […]
Denmark Capital City: Copenhagen Major Cities: Aarhus, Odense, Aalborg, Frederiksberg. Language: Danish Population: 5.77 million (2017) Climate: A temperate climate. Mild winters and cool summers Top Destinations: The delightful yet poignant Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen. Stroll through the iconic Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen. If you are interested in ships and shipping, the Maritime Museum of […]
China. Full Name: People’s Republic of China Capital City: Beijing Major Cities: Shanghai, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Chongqing, Tianjin Language: The official language is Mandarin, but there are several other linguistical groups. Population: 1.386 billion Climate: China is huge so there is a lot of variation. From arid continental in the north to tropical monsoon in the […]
Brazil Let’s learn a little bit about Brazil. Capital City: Brasília Major Cities: Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Salvador Language: Portuguese and 150 languages and dialects are spoken by the Indigenous people. Population: 209.3 million – 2017 Climate: Tropical in the north and more temperate in the south. Best time to visit: January to March […]