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  • 5 Alternative Festivals You Shouldn’t Miss

    'Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly' at Ben and Jerry's Sundae Festival in  2008. Sunday, May 30th, 2010 I lost my camping festival virginity last summer when I attended Glastonbury with a group of friends from university. It was easily one of the best experiences of my life; I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone. But sadly, like most students, it’s not something I can afford every year, and... More »

  • Want tickets to the 2010 FIFA World Cup?

    world-cup Thursday, May 27th, 2010 Yes, it’s nearly here! The world’s biggest football tournament kicks off on 11th June and the first England game takes place on Saturday 12th June, when we take on the USA in South Africa. You’ve already seen the England flags on cars and pubs frantically booking tables. In fact, ... More »

  • Top 5 Oriental Restaurants

    Sushi is the 21st century's answer to the power lunch. Monday, May 17th, 2010 Sushi is the 21st century’s answer to the power lunch.... More »

  • Where Are the Best Sales?

    sale1 Saturday, May 15th, 2010 Who doesn’t love a good bargain? Half off, major reductions, blue cross sale, last day madness, it’s enough to work anyone up into a frenzy. But sometimes you can’t help but feel that these spectacular sales aren’t really that spectacular at all. So how do you tell the difference between a... More »

  • How to do a festival on a budget

    isleofwightfestival1 Wednesday, May 12th, 2010 Cheap beer, free tickets and discount travel are all possible if you do a little bit of planning before you leave home… The average price of a UK festival ticket is £165, then there’s the cost of getting there, buying a tent and picking the strongest drinks you can find to tuck in your... More »

  • Top 5 Italian Restaurants

    kanko Monday, April 26th, 2010 When I think about Italian food, two words come to mind: Pasta and Pizza. These two dishes are a staple in any student’s diet; while most of the time a £1 Sainsbury’s basic pizza might suffice, other times you just want the real deal. While I haven’t even come close to trying ... More »

  • Why Alton Towers is better than Thorpe Park

    4042485840_4fcd970f6f_m Saturday, April 24th, 2010 For those adrenaline junkies amongst you, annual passes to the country’s top theme parks undoubtedly take pride of place in your wallet. But which ones should be given that bit more priority than the all the others? Well, whilst Alton Towers and Thorpe Park may be considered the top two rival... More »

  • Why You Should Avoid These Online Stores

    2527200986_c22132f7fb_m Wednesday, April 21st, 2010 Shopping online can save a huge amount of time and effort if you’re lucky enough to find a store with great customer service. If, however, you are stuck with a company that simply doesn’t care about their customers, it can potentially involve a huge amount of time and effort to obtain y... More »

  • Make a Statement with Affordable Jewellery

    Make a statement with your jewellery collection. Tuesday, April 20th, 2010 Make a statement with your jewellery collection.... More »

  • Are Sainsbury’s Basics Really Any Good?

    532490354_42ac9927c5_m Saturday, April 17th, 2010 Okay, so I think I need to tell you that students are poor about as much as I need to tell you that liking Girls Aloud isn’t cool (no, not even in an ‘ironic’ way).... More »

  • Footwear on a Shoe String

    A new pair of shoes need not be a luxury. Wednesday, April 14th, 2010 If, like me, you’ve been counting your pennies recently, then the idea of shoe shopping is likely to make your stomach churn. But with the summer ball season looming, it’s going to be increasingly tempting to treat yourself to a new pair of flats or heels, even if it’s just a way of avoiding ... More »

  • How to Get the Cheapest Flights

    easyjetpic Wednesday, April 7th, 2010 Tips on finding the cheapest flights... More »

  • How to Spot a Supermarket Bargain

    4144740805_3d3bbac49b_m Wednesday, March 31st, 2010 A supermarket bargain can undoubtedly brighten your day; if it’s not your favourite dinner time delight that’s been discounted, then at least your bank balance has benefitted! But is it too good to be true? Quite possibly. Here are some top tips for spotting such supermarket gems. Steer clear o... More »

  • Why Tesco is better than Asda

    raspberries Tuesday, March 30th, 2010 As students, buying food is perhaps one of the most important activities we engage in; after all, cooking and shopping for yourself is one of the first steps towards true independence from home. There are plenty of supermarkets to choose from when it comes to food shopping.  The question is, which... More »

  • How to Find the Perfect Dress

    dress1 Sunday, March 28th, 2010 Every girl loves the opportunity to get dressed up, whether it be for an upcoming wedding, ball, prom, or the opening of an envelope, any excuse to buy a new dress and look gorgeous is one we’ll all take advantage of it! But how do you ensure that you pick a dress which makes you [...]... More »

  • Why Amazon is Better Than eBay

    books Saturday, March 27th, 2010 Whether you’re a buyer or a seller, Amazon can have better advatages to using eBay. For sellers Don’t you hate it when you’re selling something on eBay, and something you know is worth good money sells for 99p?  On Amazon, you can call the price, making it fairer for sellers t... More »

  • 3 Top Sites for Music Download

    headphones Saturday, March 20th, 2010 The majority of us download music at some stage or another. Whilst it is extremely easy to find all your favourite tracks for free, some people out there, clearly with more morals than me, like to pay for their music, supporting the industry and all that. So here are my top three sites for downloa... More »

  • How to Shop Smart on Amazon

    amazon Saturday, March 20th, 2010 We all love a bargain, and I have to admit to being a sucker for my “Amazon Recommends” emails. And with online shopping delivering to your door, and saving you a pretty penny, it’s easy to see why one click shopping is so tempting. But can you save even more? One website you need... More »

  • Why You Should Choose e.l.f Cosmetics

    2421301585_90cea29b25_m Friday, March 19th, 2010 e.l.f (eyes lips face) cosmetics are relatively new on the scene, but rapidly gaining popularity. The products prove it is possible to combine high quality with a low price, and as such are a necessity for those with a tight budget.... More »

  • Top 5 Tastiest Cocktails

    3405075157_f36b111ba8_m Friday, March 19th, 2010 Instead of playing the safe card and opting for your regular tipple on your next night out, consider the following cocktail concoctions – guaranteed to tantalise your taste buds and tip your tipsiness over the top. 1.    Mudslide One of Bar Revolution’s many signature cocktails: the mudslid... More »