France Cuts VAT (Tax) on Meals – Effective July 1

We posted a report about this back in March, so just a reminder that the VAT cut in France goes into effect tomorrow, July 1, 2009.  From tomorrow saying, “L’addition, s’il vous plait” should not be quite so painful!

If…

Tour de France 2009 Starts on Saturday in Monaco

This year marks the 96th prestigious Tour de France cycle race, which runs from July 4-26 following the opening time-trial test in glamorous Monaco.  Let’s hope they have cleaned the rubber off the roads from the recent F1 Grand Prix.  2009 also sees…

U.S. v Brazil – Confederations Cup Final – Sunday June 28

Well, it is decided!  Reigning champions Brazil will meet the U.S. to do battle in the Confederations Cup Final. 

The match is scheduled for this Sunday, June 28 at Coca-Cola Park, Johannesburg, South Africa.  This eighth Confederations Cup final holds promise of an…

Armed Forces Day – Saturday June 27 2009

This Saturday marks the first Armed Forces Day (formerly Veteran’s Day).  It is a day to remember and show support for all the men and women serving our country.  The national event is being hosted at the Historic Dockyard, Chatham. …

Malaria Medicine Available Online Without GP Visit

The Telegraph published an article about the risks of catching malaria, which we thought well worth passing along. 

It seems that an increasing number of Brits are not bothering to protect themselves when travelling to areas of the…

South Africa v Lions – 2nd Test – Sat June 27 2009

Saturday brings more exciting rugby action with the 2nd Test of the British and Irish Lions Tour of South Africa in Pretoria.  Fans will be hoping for a better result after a disappointing 26-21 defeat for the Lions at the 1st…

Get Safe Online – Free British Government Guide

Although most people using the internet on a regular basis are probably aware of typical internet security hazards, we thought it worthwhile passing along this link for those who may not be so savvy.  We all know someone who is new to…

MotoGP – TT Circuit Assen Netherlands – June 27

Also known as the Dutch TT, this race has been held every year at the TT Circuit Assen since 1949.  Teams and fans alike will be praying that the good weather holds for the seventh MotoGP event of the 2009…

Should Your ASBO Pet go on Holiday With You?

With so many people choosing to holiday closer to home this year, the problem of what to do with the family pet is likely to arise.  If you can’t bring yourself to leave your best friend behind, there are plenty of directories listing…

Travel Insurance, Topless Brits, and Trouble Abroad!

Tut-Tut!  The online news has been rife with reports about the number of Brits getting into trouble when on holiday abroad.

The main problems stem from travellers not taking the time to research their destination before they go and being ignorant…