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New Spring Dining Deals from DiscountVouchers.co.uk Help UK Consumers Save

New bargain deals to eat out this spring have been sourced by voucher codes site DiscountVouchers.co.uk to help UK consumers save. The website, which offers consumers deals for more than 800 stores and retailers, has this week published new deals for eating out more affordably at La Tasca, Pizza Express and Toby Carvery.

One of the UK’s favourite Italian diners is Pizza Express and that chain is on show in the new DiscountVouchers.co.uk deals. Pizza Express is popular with both families and couples and thanks to the latest DiscountVouchers.co.uk Pizza Express voucher choices Brits can get themselves 3 courses for £12.95 and 25% Off Your Food Bill.

All the most popular restaurants and retailers regularly feature on the DiscountVouchers.co.uk site, and a top Spanish restaurant is on show at present in the shape of La Tasca. By logging onto the DiscountVouchers.co.uk site right now consumers can help themselves to new La Tasca vouchers which can be exchanged for Buy 1 Get 1 FREE on Tapas to share.

Top quality family roasts are available in the new deals in the shape of offers redeemable at popular UK chain Toby Carvery. This spring sees the DiscountVouchers.co.uk website offering diners new Toby Carvery vouchers which they can use to get 2 Daytime Carveries for £10 and Free Dairy Ice Cream with any Carvery Meal.

Doug Scott, managing director of DiscountVouchers.co.uk, commented, “The spring time is always a popular time to dine out and through these new deals we have made available consumers can enjoy top restaurants on a budget. Toby Carvery, Pizza Express and La Tasca are great places to dine out this April and May.”

DiscountVouchers.co.uk offers consumers money saving deals at major high street brands and specialist retailers, including stores like Tesco, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s, Travelodge, First Choice, lastminute.com and Boden.

For more information visit www.discountvouchers.co.uk.

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Dorothy Perkins Announces New Collection Designed By Olivia Rubin

Dorothy Perkins has revealed the launch of a new collection entitled ‘A Postcard From’ by London-based designer Olivia Rubin. The collection will appear exclusively in Dorothy Perkins’ top 25 stores and online.

‘A Postcard From’ is inspired by Olivia’s memories of her travels and aims to evoke a mood of summer fun. The new collection will include dresses, tops, swimwear and accessories, all featuring Olivia’s signature prints. In addition to its bright pink shades, the collection’s colour palette includes neutral tones of grey and pastels. With these soft colours expected to make a big splash in SS12, the collection represents a fresh, young point of view that’s very much on-trend.

Known for her distinctive prints, Olivia brings her signature patterning to the collection. It includes an array of jersey with blush-coloured shells, bikinis and beach bags with bold coral designs and chiffon maxi dresses with tropical bird prints.

Olivia’s collection also features many of her signature silhouettes, which have been seen on a range of popular female celebrities in recent years. The collection is aimed to flatter every woman, with sizes ranging from 8 to 18.

The collection is also an opportunity for fans of Olivia to wear her looks at affordable, high street prices. The accessibility of the range and the inclusion of versatile accessories is what has excited Olivia most about the collection.

Olivia commented on her collection: “I’m so excited to be working with Dorothy Perkins and to bring my designs to the high street. The collection focuses on strong yet simple silhouettes, as I always design feminine shapes with an original take, in order to create a versatile piece that can become a wardrobe staple. Also I have introduced jewelry and swimwear to the range, which will be the first time I have added accessories to one of my collections.”

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Let Customers Know You’re Backing Britain, UKPOS Tells Firms

Businesses in the UK which offer locally-produced goods for sale should shout about the fact, according a leading point of sale product manufacturer.

Now that a double-dip recession has become a reality, consumers want to support British businesses more than ever, says Stockport-based UK Point of Sale. The firm, which has more than 25 years’ experience of helping companies successfully market their goods and services using quality point of sale solutions such as window displays and pavements signs, believes they should be doing everything possible in the current climate to drive business.

Research commissioned by UKPOS found that more than half (55 per cent) of consumers in the UK and the Republic of Ireland would be more likely to go into a shop which displayed a sign saying it sold goods ‘Made in Britain’ in the window. As a result, it has recommended that companies take note of the patriotic mood of consumers and make sure that they are sufficiently promoting the fact that they stock British products.

The survey of more than 2,200 people also found that older consumers tend to be more patriotic than younger shoppers. More than two-thirds of respondents aged 65 and over said they would be more inclined to enter a shop after seeing a ‘Made in Britain’ sign in the window, compared to just under half of 18 to 24 year-olds. Pro-British sentiment was high in Birmingham, Manchester, Norwich and Liverpool, where 60 per cent of respondents said they would support shops backing British businesses.

Debra Jamieson, Sales and Marketing Director at UKPOS, said: “One of our aims in supporting the Made in Britain campaign is to offer expert advice to retailers who want to support companies that manufacture in Britain. These findings clearly indicate that ‘Made in Britain’ isn’t just a catchy slogan, but a genuine consumer influencer.

“We realise that, in the current climate, retailers are having to be more creative in the tactics they use to drive footfall into their stores and this research has shown that supporting Made in Britain has the potential to boost sales by enticing people into shops.”All retailers know that the shop window is their main way of promoting what they sell, but these findings should get the creative juices flowing and encourage retailers to try something new with their window space.”

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Queen of Teen 2012 Shortlist Announced!

Queen of Teen is royally delighted to announce the shortlist for the fiction world’s most glamorous award. Thousands of heartfelt nominations have been received from teenagers across the country and voting is now open to find this year’s Queen of Teen.

The ten fabulous authors who have made the shortlist are as follows:

Cathy Cassidy, Maureen Johnson, Sarah Webb, Joanna Nadin, Cathy Hopkins, Samantha Mackintosh, Chris Higgins, Hayley Long, S.C. Ransom and the first ever male shortlisted author, James Dawson.

The award will be presented at a glittering award ceremony in July 2012, when the writers of the best nominations will be invited to mingle with their favourite authors, invited journalists and other special guests. The ceremony is to be held at Queen of Teen HQ in leafy Surrey and will be superbly pink and sparkly – a truly majestic celebration of this thriving and important genre!

Teens and tweens can now vote for their favourite author from the shortlist by visiting www.queenofteen.co.uk. Queen of Teen has attracted tens of thousands of votes from young readers across the globe and last year resulted in the fabulous author of the Chocolate Box Girls books, Cathy Cassidy, being crowned Queen of Teen.

On being crowned, Cathy said: “I’ve had lots of fun since being voted Queen of Teen… it’s an amazing award because it’s all about YOU, the super-cool reader gals out there. Your votes and views really DO count!”

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LeatherTVBeds.co.uk Introduces New Range of Single TV Beds

LeatherTVBeds.co.uk is one of the UK’s leading TV bed dealers. What is the secret to their success? Constant innovation and listening to customer feedback. Today, they have unveiled an exclusive new collection of single TV beds of the highest quality. After analyzing customer feedback about bed sizes, the company has unveiled a line of redesigned single beds. These new units are priced starting at £549.

Owner Lee Ritchie had this to say about the new addition “This is our first single TV bed and we are proud to add it to our already extensive collection of TV beds.”

Many have less space in their homes than ever before. Interior decorating and furniture must adapt to meet these new conditions. Leather television beds are a perfect example of providing quality merchandise with a smaller physical footprint. These beds are not only comfortable, but they store your television in the perfect location for easy viewing.

Mr Ritchie also said “Since the television is enclosed in the foot end of the bed you can rid yourself of those space consuming and often ghastly items of furniture used to sit the TV one.”

http://LeatherTVBeds.co.uk is one of the UK’s leading TV bed retailers. The company offers more than 30 styles of television bed in a variety of styles and sizes. Orders above £500 qualify for free home delivery.

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New DiscountVouchers.co.uk Spring Deals Help Brits Save at Top Parks and Zoos

Keeping the kids entertained on a budget this spring is now easier thanks to new deals sourced by retail deals website DiscountVouchers.co.uk. The site has launched new deals to help mums and dads treat children to fun days out at top attractions like Blackpool Zoo, Longleat and Alton Towers right now.

One of the country’s leading family amusement parks is featured in the new deals too, in the shape of Alton Towers. The DiscountVouchers.co.uk site is home to new Alton Towers discount vouchers which include deals Save Over 25% Online when you book 7 days in advance and Check Out All Perks with Premium Merlin Annual Pass.

Seeing animals up close is always popular with kids, and this week sees mums and dads able to treat them to a trip to see big cats, elephants and more at top safari park Longleat. Logging on to DiscountVouchers.co.uk right now offers parents new Longleat vouchers which they can use to get Group Rates Discounted Offers and Free Kids Meal at Longleat.

Fun trips to one of the nation’s favourite zoos can be had on a budget this spring thanks to DiscountVouchers.co.uk offering money off at Blackpool Zoo too. The new Blackpool Zoo vouchers available online this week include deals like Save 10% when you buy tickets Online.

Doug Scott, managing director of DiscountVouchers.co.uk, says, “Money off at leading parks and zoos can really help mums and dads make the most of a family budget this spring. Big name attractions like Alton Towers and Longleat as well as Blackpool Zoo are perfect places to take the kids for a fun day out right now.”

DiscountVouchers.co.uk offers consumers money saving deals at major high street brands and specialist retailers, including stores like Tesco, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s, Travelodge, First Choice, lastminute.com and Boden.

For more information visit www.discountvouchers.co.uk.

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New Andrew Collinge Hair Care Products Now Available From No1Brands4You

Andrew Collinge is one of the most respected and renowned hairdressers in the country, and you can create your own professional looking hair style at home with the range of Andrew Collinge hair care products from No1Brands4You, so you can look as though you have just stepped out of an Andrew Collinge hair salon.

If your hair is particularly difficult to tame, then you could do with investing in a set of Andrew Collinge hair straighteners. There are two different sets of Andrew Collinge hair straighteners on offer from No1Brands4You, with each set of straighteners having their own innovative features.

The Andrew Collinge Root to Tip Hair Straighteners are new in stock and are set to fly off the No1Brands4You shelves. These fantastic ceramic straighteners take just 30 seconds to heat up, so you can tame your hair in no time at all, and the variable temperature control means you can set it to a temperature that won’t do too much damage to fine or dry hair.

For those who need something a little more professional from their hair care electricals, the Andrew Collinge Pro Ceramic Digital Straighteners are the ideal purchase. These tourmaline ceramic hair straighteners heat up in double quick time, just 17 seconds, and the LCD display allows you to keep an eye on the time and temperature of your straighteners.

As you can see, the selection of high quality Andrew Collinge hair care products that No1Brands4You has to offer is second to none, and what’s more, each of the Andrew Collinge products is available at prices that are dramatically lower than their recommended retail prices, so you can be sure that you will be getting some incredible bargains, that you’d be hard pressed to find from any other retailer, when you shop with No1Brands4You.

To view our brand new Andrew Collinge hair care products, not to mention the other fantastic gadgets and essentials that No1Brands4You has to offer, visit the No1Brands4You website at http://www.no1brands4You.co.uk/.

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Fantastic Salter Kitchen Appliances New to No 1 Brands 4 You!

Cook up a storm with the great new Salter kitchen appliances, available for incredible prices at the No 1 Brands 4 You online store, including the Digital Health Grill and toaster.

The Salter Digital Health Grill really looks the part. It’s sleek and modern and its silver finish will complement any kitchen décor. Of course, there is more to the Digital Health Grill than good looks. This handy and healthy appliance cooks great food too.

The Digital Health Grill cooks food, including all meats, to perfection. Best of all, thanks to the excellent design of the grill, you are able to cook your food in the healthiest way possible, because excess fat is drained away from the food. It is also large enough to cook four portions of food at a time.

Complete with digital temperature control and high heat sear functionality, whatever you need to prepare this brilliant digital health grill has it covered. Other useful features include a height adjustable floating hinge, non stick easy clean cooking plates, cool touch handle, power on indicator light and upright storage capability.

The Salter Toaster is equally sleek and modern and also boasts a finger print proof aluminium casing. Unlike many toasters, this fantastic bit of kit has ten browning settings and illuminated controls. It also boasts defrost, reheat and cancel functions, high lift functionality and detachable crumb tray.

The No 1 Brands 4 You store is a fantastic new way to buy affordable homewares, electricals, luggage, DIY, toys, games and jewellery online. From clothing to computers, appliances, furniture and more, No 1 Brands 4 You supply a wide variety of high quality home and lifestyle products, at prices you’ll find it hard to believe.

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Wallis Announces Louise Redknapp As The Face Of Its Petite Clothing Collection

Wallis has announced that Louise Redknapp, singer, TV presenter and wife of footballer Jamie Redknapp, will be the face of its petite clothing collection. The collection features a range of garments specifically designed for women with a smaller frame.

As a confident, petite woman, Redknapp understands the importance of dressing for one’s shape and is therefore an ideal ambassador for Wallis’ petite clothing collection. As one of the UK’s most relatable and friendly media personalities, Redknapp has organically become a style icon for British women. By modelling Wallis’ collection on her petite frame, Redknapp proves that being petite doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style.

As spokesperson, Redknapp modelled several garments from the collection, including lemon jeans, petite dresses and rose printed trousers.

On the shoot set Louise Redknapp said: “When you are petite proportions are so important, whether it’s your jeans or a tailored jacket it’s essential that the fit is good as it makes all the difference.”

Despite usually being considered off-limits for petite women, the maxi dress is also featured in the collection, and it’s altered to flatter the petite frame. These floor-length dresses reflect the recent monochrome trend that’s set to take off in Spring and Summer 2012. Eveningwear options in the collection include a stylish black jumpsuit and a black body con dress with lace detailing. The collection also features a range of petite tops, including striped petite knitwear pieces.

The Wallis Design team have created unique pieces for the collection, as well as adapting key styles from Wallis’ core collection into petite silhouettes. The collection is designed for women of 5 foot 3″ and under, and is available in sizes 8-18. The proportions of each garment are altered to flatter the petite figure, while also enhancing seasonal trends. Specifically, leg lengths in the petite collection are shorted to 29 inches and sleeve lengths are reduced by 1 inch.

The collection, as well as accessories to pair with it, is available in all Wallis stores and online at wallis.co.uk.

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UK’s Hottest Daily Deal Bargains Site, Snap Of The Day Gets A Major Facelift

Snapoftheday.co.uk was relaunched today after the successful upgrading of their daily deals site. Unlike Groupon, Snap Of The Day prides itself in delivering top notch customers service as well as an excellent product range which differs every day. However, Snapoftheday’s daily deal concept is nothing like the group buying sites which focus on delivering services rather than products.

This site is more of a crossbreed between Amazon and Groupon through the offering of steep discounts on retail products and brand names such as Morphy Richards electronic appliances, Philips earphones, Swarovski Crystallized Pendant, SuperDry watches and many more at 40-90% off retail price.

“At SnapOfTheDay.co.uk, we feature one amazing deal every day at an insanely low price. We are the ultimate playground for bargain hunters. At SnapOfTheDay.co.uk we feature one amazing deal every day at an insanely low price. We are the ultimate playground for bargain hunters. Our feature deal goes live at precisely at 12.01am and is available for 24 hours and no more, unless sold out prior. It could be anything from a genuine D&G watch, a half price Morphy Richards kettle to a mysterious bad filled of shitty stuffs.Anything is possible!”.

Insidersfocus reviews: We shall be monitoring the progress of this concept while snapping a few bargains for ourselves as well.

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Wallis Launches Icon Dresses Collection

Wallis, a premium British clothing brand, has announced the launch of its Icon Dresses collection, featuring designs inspired by legendary film stars from decades past. Designed and made in Britain, the collection is comprised of five classic silhouettes, each of which channels a different leading lady.

The Icon dresses collection includes a floor-length emerald evening gown inspired by Keira Knightley, yet reminiscent of the 1920s. The British actress often channels the ‘roaring twenties’ in her red carpet outfits, and the garment reflects her vintage style.

For women wanting to add some old fashioned Hollywood glamour to their wardrobe, the collection also includes a two-toned figure-hugging Grace Kelly inspired dress. The American actress and Princess consort of Monaco was considered to be one of the most fashionable women of her time.

One of the most iconic women’s dresses from the 1950s was Marilyn Monroe’s famous white halter dress. The Icon Dresses collection honours this classic ensemble with a near replica. The collection’s white halter dress includes a full pleated skirt and a ruched waist panel for an extra flattering effect.

The beloved ‘little black dress’ has not been left out of Wallis’ latest collection, which features an Audrey Hepburn inspired ‘LBD’ with a simple, chic silhouette. A cut-out detail on the back of the dress gives it a modern touch.

The collection’s silk, coffee-coloured cocktail dress is inspired by Elizabeth Taylor and features lace detailing for an additional touch of femininity.

Each dress in Wallis’ latest collection has been designed and produced in England, with careful attention to detail and quality.

About Wallis:
Wallis is as an aspirational, premium high street brand. The brand has a strong British heritage – first store opened in Islington 1932.

At the heart of Wallis is an understating of real women. It believes in women as individuals not stereotypes and it wants women to look and feel the best they can. This is reflected in the brand’s design philosophy. Wallis design women’s clothing that allows real women to look great – clothes that combine the fabric and cut with their natural curves.

Wallis dresses today’s woman with distinctively designed clothes for a modern contemporary look that makes her feel confident and special, whatever the occasion. Interpreting trends for the fashion conscious 35+ woman and offering clothes that reflect the spirit of women today.

Quality of fit and fabric is paramount as it’s the brands aim to provide a welcoming and enjoyable shopping experience.

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Online Jeweler Recognized for Outstanding Customer Service

STELLAService is a company that hires private shoppers to review online businesses and rate their customer service skills. Titanium-Jewelry.com has been recognized by STELLAService has deserving of carrying their seal on the Titanium-Jewelry.com website. As STELLAService explains, the STELLAService seal tells shoppers which sites deliver exemplary customer service– and which don’t. Our mission, (and it’s unwavering) is to identify e-retailers that make their customers’ shopping experience a top priority. business.stellaservice.com/seal/, STELLAService Seal Overview, 4/13/12, http://business.stellaservice.com/seal.

To be chosen by STELLAService as worthy of carrying their seal of approval means the customer can be assured once the sale is over they will not be forgotten about. Ron Yates, Founder of Titanium-Jewelry.com says, “Being recognized by STELLAService for providing excellent customer service means so much to us because we strive to give our customers a wonderful shopping experience. STELLAService uses real shoppers to research a businesses customer service and the testers were sincerely pleased the level of service that our company provided them. This recognition tells us we are on the right track in terms of making our customers shopping experience a great one.”

When shopping for something as important as engagement rings and men’s wedding bands a very important part of the online shopping experience is being able to reach a real live customer service person when you need to talk to someone. Whether through email, live chat or through a telephone call, customers need the reassurance that they can get questions answered quickly by a seasoned jewelry expert. There is more to finding a “good deal” than just the price. Buying online can often be misleading but carrying the STELLAService seal lets the customer know that the business is accountable and serves them after the sale.

In business for more than 20 years, Titanium-Jewelry.com has a reputation for carrying beautiful, award winning men’s wedding bands and jewelry that is perfect for men and women looking for both contemporary and classic design. Titanium-Jewelry.com specializes in men’s titanium rings, tungsten rings and cobalt rings combined with the precious metals and diamonds. This company focuses on offering the latest and most unique designs and world-class customer service. Not only is Titanium-Jewlery.com an online jewelry retailer but their parent company has a physical jewelry store located in Modesto, CA.

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Customization of Men’s Wedding Bands is on the Rise

The trend of customization of jewelry is not just for women, men’s wedding bands are being customized more and more. Over the last decade customization of engagement rings has been on the rise. Choosing the design, or engraving, or special touches such as enhancing side stones makes the ring unique to the couple. The grooms’ wedding band is being customized more and more. Brides also want to give their man something unique to remind him or her. Touching designs or phrases which are significant to the couple make the band a special heirloom.

Simone & Son, located in Orange County, California works with couples who are looking to add custom touches to wedding bands and engagement rings. Custom wedding rings bring uniqueness to the union of a husband and wife. A special ring designed by a spouse is a treasured keepsake of the love shared by two. The jewelers at Simoneandson.com work one on one with couples to bring the vision of custom wedding rings to life.

By utilizing the advancement in technology and computer aid, there are virtually no limitations on the exquisite works that the jewelers at Simone & Son can accomplish. By integrating modern prototyping technology models are able to be created in fine detail at a faster pace. With many years of cultivated craftsmanship and skill customers can ensure of receiving nothing but the highest quality work. Through the long passed down family tradition of making jewelry since 1945, customers can rely on the family presence and skill when choosing to customize their engagement ring.

About Simone & Son
Recognized as one of the premier Orange County jewelry design houses, Simone & Son’s family tradition of making fine jewelry dates back to 1945, in the South of France.

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LeatherBedFrame.org.uk Announces New Additions to Ottoman Beds Collection

Leather bed retailer LeatherBedFrame.org.uk has today announced the addition of several new styles of ottoman bed to their collection. Proving they are still leading the pact LeatherBedFrame.org.uk has added 5 new styles of ottoman beds to their website.

Customer service manager Samuel Ritchie described their new ottoman beds “a practical and stylish solution to your bed problems, the ottoman storage area has four times more space than a similar sized bed with built in drawers. They cost about the same as a bed with drawers too, it’s a no brainer for smaller bedrooms”

Customers want choice when it comes to furniture shopping, so LeatherBedFrame.org.uk makes an assortment of beds compatible with a diverse range of stylish colour schemes and decors. Upholstery options with either buttons or lines are available as are other options. No matter what options customers choose, they will all experience the practical side of an ottoman bed.

Ritchie also praised the online sales model his company pioneered. “We use every form of online technology and follow online trends to make sure the people who will appreciate our products learn about them. After that, they securely order their bed while still having full access to customer service. This model helps keep our prices low and our customer satisfaction rates high.”

LeatherBedFrame.org.uk was launched in 2010 and has quickly become a leading bed retailer specialising in leather beds. They have over 200 styles of leather bed available in a variety of colours and sizes. Prices begin at just £99 and all orders over £500 qualify for free delivery.

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Online Retailer of Quality Art Supplies Add Clearance Section

Cutting-Mats.net, a leading online retailer of discount cutting mats, cutting tools, drafting supplies, blueprint racks, drawing supplies, scrapbooking supplies, craft supplies, drawing art supplies, and more, today announced further reductions in prices on some quality clearance items. The items on this page are clearance items, overstock items and closeout items. This is a terrific opportunity to save additional money on art supplies.

Cutting-mats.net offers terrific everyday prices in addition to the clearance products. The Alvin CraftMaster Craft Work Tables are available in three lines, I, II, and III. The features in each line vary with storage options and sizes of work surface and heights. Alvin CraftMaster craft work tables are the ultimate in function, utility, convenience and value for the hobbyist, crafter, or artist. Features included which make these tables a great choice in a work table are rounded corners with a choice in finishes, adjustable height, and drawers for storage. Alvin craft tables are constructed using sturdy tubular steel frames, they have locking casters and non-slip floor glides. For comfort Alvin has included a footrest crossbar and at least 21” of leg room. All of these features include a 3 year warranty. Whatever the intent or purpose of the Alvin CraftMaster table customers are time and again satisfied with the quality product and customer service at Cutting-mats.net.

Cutting-Mats.net features the newest in discount cutting mats, blue print racks, drafting supplies, measuring tools, drafting equipment, drawing supplies, scrapbooking supplies, craft supplies, art supplies, and more. The online retailer allows customers to skip browsing local craft stores by offering everything needed for projects from the comfort of the home computer. In addition to the newest options in the craft industry, Cutting-Mats.net also offers dozens of clearance, overstock and closeout specials which can save up to 50% on brand new products that feature full warranties. A favorite of Fortune 500 companies, as well as everyday craftsmen and designers, customers can find a full listing of products at http://www.cutting-mats.net/.

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‘The Book Thief’ Tops Popularity List According To The Book People’s Pinterest Poll

On 23rd April – the official UNESCO international day of the book – people everywhere can receive gifted copies of one of the 25 books that have been chosen to mark World Book Night 2012 and, in a Pinterest poll organised by the Book People, the public has chosen Markus Zusak’s ‘The Book Thief’ as their favourite title in the collection.

World Book Night is an annual event that works to celebrate the joy of reading and encourage those that normally shy away from this fantastic hobby to get back into it. It’s set to take place on April 23rd and a total of 25 fiction books have been whittled down from a huge selection. These books include everything from historical novels to fantasy fiction, so there’s something for everyone.

“We fully support the ethos behind World Book Night,” said Lindsay Eyers of the Book People.

“Nowadays, one in six has difficulty with reading and writing, and literacy is one of the most important skills a person can have.

“To celebrate World Book Night we asked our customers and followers on social networking sites to choose their favourite title on a special Pinterest poll and‘The Book Thief’ was the winner.”

In the week running up to 23rd April ‘givers’ that have signed up to take part in the event can pick up 24 copies of their chosen title from the top 25, all of which will be printed as special World Book Night editions. The givers will then distribute every copy to friends, family, colleagues and even strangers that wouldn’t normally visit their local bookshop to buy new books.

There will also be a number of events held to celebrate World Book Night in areas across the UK, and many other countries will be involved, including Ireland, the USA and Germany.

All of the books included in the World Book Night top 25 can be bought from the Book People now and, as per the bookseller, are available with great discounts to help in saving money when shopping.

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DiscountVouchers.co.uk Sources Spring Deals for Marks & Spencer and New Look

Money-saving codes website DiscountVouchers.co.uk has sourced new deals to help UK consumers get money off clothing for spring this year. The bargain deals site is home to money-off vouchers for over 800 stores and is this week offering new online vouchers redeemable at Marks & Spencer and New Look.

Savings on new spring clothing from Marks & Spencer can be a big helping hand for shoppers who want to refresh their wardrobes this month. Logging on to the DiscountVouchers.co.uk site right now gives users access to new Marks and Spencer voucher codes offering 20% Off Selected Men’s Coats and Buy 1 Get 1 Half Price on Selected Kidswear.

Men’s and women’s fashions for spring are also available with savings right now thanks to the DiscountVouchers.co.uk website’s latest deals update. The new choice of New Look vouchers featured on DiscountVouchers.co.uk right now offers shoppers Men’s Chinos 2 For £30 and Up to 60% Off Sale + Free Delivery on orders over £45.

Doug Scott, managing director of DiscountVouchers.co.uk, commented, “It is always a good time to save money on new clothing, and this spring we’re able to help our site users get hold of savings at famous name stores like Marks & Spencer and New Look. These deals are just the ticket for helping people get more for their money this spring.”

DiscountVouchers.co.uk offers consumers money saving deals at major high street brands and specialist retailers, including stores like Tesco, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s, Travelodge, First Choice, lastminute.com and Boden.

For more information visit www.discountvouchers.co.uk.

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CreamFridgeFreezer.co.uk Announces Launch of Dedicated Website

One of the best kitchen appliance stores in the United Kingdom has launched a site dedicated to cream fridge freezers at CreamFridgeFreezers.org.uk. They boast a dedicated customer service team and a wide selection of styles from which to choose.

Their unheard of selection of products and understanding of what their clients need will keep this company ahead of their game while they attempt to lead with some of the best brands in cream fridge freezers. Their stock comes from around the world and from trusted names. Despite this elite array of products, they are keeping prices down and offering only the best fridge freezers in terms of construction and finish.

John Morrison, the owner, was enthusiastic about the capabilities of his staff, the quality of their customer service and their prices. When it came to the site, he was confident it could deliver, saying, “We try to be different by offering great prices coupled with extensive knowledge and experience in this area.”

At CreamFridgeFreezers.org.uk, there are numerous fridge freezers from which to choose. They have a size and model for every use. There are frost free fridge freezers, water dispensers, American style fridge freezers and more. Not only that, but customers can expect to see new models with new options as they become available. This company is dedicated to having the most modern, useful and even aesthetically pleasing items in stock.

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Sofa Trends For Spring 2012

With spring now well underway, the question on the lips of proud home owners everywhere is “which spring sofa styles are hot this year?” The consensus from furniture blogs and news sites seems to be that bright coloured, leather, curvy sofas are in, and if a French-aesthetic with tufts can be incorporated into the design, even better.

While brown and black leather sofas have long stood the test of time, it seems that brighter colours are becoming increasingly favoured, with sofa manufactures now extending their colour options to include red, cream and white shades. Lighter shades reflect natural light and make rooms look bigger, which is very welcome in the UK’s often dreary and cramped living environments.

Curves are also regaining popularity this year. While modern sofas have recently often exhibited perfectly symmetrical lines, sofa designers in 2012 are steering away from the “boxie” look. Subtle curves are being reintroduced into armrests and back-cushions this spring, in arguably the year’s biggest trend.

Tufted sofas are also making a big comeback this spring, with tufts not merely limited to the old style chesterfield sofas of the past. Even sleek modern sofas are now beginning to incorporate tufts into the backrest – see this Woburn three seater leather sofa by UK retailer SofaSofa, for example.

The French have long been at the forefront of sofa trends, and their renaissance-era sofa styles are also enjoying a resurgence in popularity. Romantic, sophisticated and very chic, many French period pieces historically included the curves and tufts that inform so many of 2012’s sofa designs.

Consumers still can’t go wrong with a sofa bed or corner sofa – the massive popularity of these space-saving styles will almost certainly continue this year. Many of the trends listed above will also be incorporated into sofa beds and l-shaped sofas, so those seeking innovation and utility can still keep up with the latest in sofa fashion.

The overarching theme of this year’s sofa styles is simplicity, so regardless of which 2012 design trends consumers choose to embrace, understated designs will likely reign the most popular.

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StainlessSteelFridgeFreezer.co.uk, A Website Owned By One Of The Most Popular Kitchen Appliance Stores In The UK, Was Launched Today

StainlessSteelFridgeFreezer.co.uk, a website owned by one of the most popular kitchen appliance stores in the UK, was launched today. The new website is dedicated to selling a wide variety of stainless steel fridge freezers includng exclusive models which won’t be found else where online.

The owner of the company, James Strong, hopes to compete directly with companies that are household names specializing in producing kitchen appliances. StainlessSteelFridgeFreezer.co.uk hopes to do this by offering a product range that is different from its competitors as well as offering a deep and wide knowledge of the customer’s needs. The stainless steel fridge freezers offered on the new website are sourced from every part of the world. This allows them to sell their stainless steel fridge freezers from the most popular brands at lower prices all while still using the best quality materials and finish for each fridge freezer.

According to Strong, their website offers information on stainless steel fridge freezers that is not easily attainable anywhere else. This is a service he hopes will stand out to customers on their website because many kitchen appliance stores have sales reps that often can’t offer detailed information about stainless steel fridge freezers. The website is meant to deliver not only a great product in the form of stainless steel fridge freezers, but also any and all information the customer needs about the product. Strong’s company has been selling kitchen appliances for over twenty years, and their staff is trained with an extensive knowledge of their products, allowing them to help any customer with choosing the fridge best suited to their needs.

The company offers fridge freezers of many different types and sizes through their new website, StainlessSteelFridgeFreezer.co.uk. They offer models such as American style & drinks dispensing. James Strong stated that the product range is constantly increasing allowing a wide variety of choices to the customer. Whatever the customer is looking for in a stainless steel fridge freezer, odds are StainlessSteelFridgeFreezer.co.uk
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Treat Dad with a superb Father’s Day Hamper

This year Sunday 17th June is Father’s Day, and if you are one of the many sons and daughters looking for that perfect present, there is an excellent selection available at The Great Gift Company, where there is sure to be a gift to suit your dad. Here you will find a wide range of mens gifts, from books and gadgets to mugs and keepsakes; one of the most popular gifts at this time of year is the fantastic Father’s Day hamper gift box.

The hamper is comprised of four great gifts; the “Daddy Rules” bone china mug, Happy Father’s Day jelly beans, a high-quality silver plated key ring with the words “any man can be a father, but it takes a special man to be a dad” engraved, and a book of“Father’s Wit” which has 1500 thought provoking and funny quotes to keep both you and your dad entertained for hours.

If you have had problems finding the best fathers day gift ideas, then fortunately the Great Gift Company is brimming with the latest top quality presents including the 4-in-1 hamper set that is sure to make your dad’s day on the 17th June. Sometimes you want something simple, but one present is just not enough, and if you really want to go that extra mile to show your dad just how much he means to you then this is certainly the ideal present for you and your father.

Retailing at £45.00, this is the perfect father’s day gift and is exclusive to The Great Gift Company; it simply cannot be found anywhere else. All you have to do to get your hands on one is visit the Great Gift Company’s site at thegreatgiftcompany.com – you’re sure to make your dad’s day.

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Makro Plates Up An Eco-Friendly Offering

Catering equipment specialist Makro has introduced a new range of one hundred per cent biodegradable disposable plates and bowls to help catering companies in going green. In line with Makro’s eco-friendly standards, the products have been made in a factory that is powered by renewable energy sources.

As one of the UK’s leading catering equipment suppliers, Makro is constantly striving to meet the expectations of its customers, and its new extensive range of biodegradable and compostable products certainly manages this. Finding eco-friendly solutions is a growing concern for many companies working within the catering industry in this day and age, but with Makro’s new range of plates businesses everywhere will be able to ensure they are as green as possible.

There are three designs included within the range in order to suit all catering needs. Each set includes 50 white plates and customers can choose between plate diameters of 22cm (£3.79), 17cm (£3.29) or 32 x 25cm oval plates (£5.49). Bulk purchases are available, with six sets of 22cm diameter plates being £19.99, 14 sets of 17cm plates being £29.99 and five sets of 32 x 25cm oval plates being £24.99. All prices do not include VAT.

Karen Hornby, Own Brand manager at Makro, said: “Environmental considerations are becoming increasingly important when making purchasing decisions. It is essential to give businesses such options by offering a range of biodegradable and compostable alternatives to their existing choices. Our new range of plates offers an eco-friendly solution to caterers and represents great value at the same time.”

Makro is well known in the catering industry for providing businesses both big and small with the right tools for the job, from chef whites to commercial fridges and freezers, as well as many other essential catering supplies.

To find out more about Makro’s new range or to buy sets now, visit http://store.makro.co.uk/ today.

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Burton Introduces International Shipping Service

Burton, a classic British menswear brand, has announced that it now ships internationally. Practically wherever customers are in the world, they’ll now be able to receive their Burton.co.uk orders directly, quickly, and at an affordable price. The new service provides a fuss-free way to shop for men’s fashion items when overseas.

Head of Ecommerce at Burton, Richard Wilson, said of the launch: “International delivery is really exciting for us as a brand – it opens up a window of opportunity for the business, and means we can acquire customers from every corner of the globe. There are places where we believe there is a demand for international delivery already, such as in Germany and Australia – other Arcadia brands are enjoying great success there and we would expect to follow suit, but it’ll be interesting to see which other places are keen to use our new service.”

For loyal fans of men’s fashion, international delivery offers greater flexibility when shopping online. For those jet-setting off on a last-minute holiday minus their swimming trunks, that’s no longer a problem. They can log-on to their laptop, poolside, pick a pair from Burton.co.uk and have them delivered, whether it be to their hotel in Ibiza, or hostel in Thailand. Or for those signed-up for a stint working abroad, there is no need to miss out on must-have fashion trends and beloved British clothes.

With international delivery now one of Burton’s services, it’s a chance for their existing British fans to introduce the brand to their mates abroad, and extend an invitation for new faces to join the Burton following. With birthdays on the agenda year-round, a giftcard may act as a thoughtful present for those living overseas, and a convenient one too, as the recipient can pick and choose their new wardrobe themselves, at their convenience, and have it delivered directly.

Of course, international delivery allows Burton to reach out to new customers and to countries where stores may not yet be available. It’s a way for people from New Zealand to the Caribbean to get to know the Burton brand. With a range of seasonal and transitional items sold all year round at Burton.co.uk, overseas customers will be able to enjoy fashionable clothing from wherever they are in the world, be it summer or winter. For those living down-under in Australia, for example, potential customers will be pleased to know that they can pick up printed t-shirts, lightweight chinos and cardigans during the colder, British months too – they’re not restricted to the British summer season. And for those holed up in Canada, where it’s all about layering to stay warm, hoodies, crew neck jumpers, heavyweight jumpers and winter accessories are available for the majority of the year too.

For Burton fans living abroad, or for those looking to send gifts overseas, chances are Burton.co.uk can deliver straight to their doors.

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Online Codes Site DiscountVouchers.co.uk Offers New Choice of DIY and Grocery Deals

Leading brand decorating items and home shopping this spring with consumer codes and vouchers specialist.

Retail codes and vouchers site DiscountVouchers.co.uk has announced new deals sourced to assist people in refurbishing their homes on a budget or affording more groceries this spring. Consumers can this week log on to the site and find new codes to save at top DIY stores Homebase and B&Q plus also Tesco.

DiscountVouchers.co.uk helps shoppers save at more than 800 retailers around the country and is this week offering savings at top store Homebase. Shoppers can get online and access new Homebase discount codes which can get them offers such as Save £50 Off £250 or £100 Off £400 spent on Furniture (exc. fitted bedrooms & garden furniture).

Consumers rely on DiscountVouchers.co.uk to get them savings at all the retail sector’s leading stores, and this week shoppers can access new B and Q vouchers. These deals are are available to help people save on home decorating – offers on show include Buy 1 Get 1 Half Price on Selected Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, Kelly Hoppen & Sophie Conran Designer Wallpapers.

More great value deals can be had from the DiscountVouchers.co.uk site this spring, including new deals for money off at Tesco. The latest Tesco discount vouchers sourced by DiscountVouchers.co.uk include deals like New Customers Save £10 On Your First Online Grocery Shop When You Spend £50 at Tesco.com.

Doug Scott, managing director of DiscountVouchers.co.uk, commented, “This spring we’re able to help people who want to do up their homes save and have also sourced savings on groceries. Thanks to the latest batch of new deals we have available for top stores like Tesco, B&Q and Homebase we can help people save a small fortune.”

DiscountVouchers.co.uk offers consumers money saving deals at major high street brands and specialist retailers, including stores like Tesco, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s, Travelodge, First Choice, lastminute.com and Boden.

For more information visit www.discountvouchers.co.uk.

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It’s Carry on Camping for Cash-strapped Brits

Canvas is increasingly the holiday shelter of choice for many Britons with tent sales and site bookings up before the season has even begun.

Bookings for the Easter bank holiday, next weekend, are 28% up on 2010 and 5% up on last year, reports the Camping and Caravanning Club.

Cycling and leisure retailer Halfords have seen sales of camping equipment soar by almost 50% in the run up to Easter, as the surge in popularity of outdoor holidays in the UK over the last three years shows no sign of slowing.

Halfords Camping Expert Paul Fensome said: “It’s clear camping is becoming more popular and the activity is now a regular part of many people’s holiday plans.

“Some customers are discovering the delights of camping for the first time while many more regular campers upgrade their equipment each year as improved products become available and campers are becoming more attached to their gadgets.

“Camping is for everyone, from those who want basic equipment to those who want modern tents which provide many of the comforts of home.”

Industry experts say the staycation trend and the popularity of nights under canvas have been boosted, not only by continuing economic uncertainty in Europe and austerity measures at home, but also by key events including the Queens Diamond Jubilee, the 2012 Cultural Festival which runs from 21 June 2012 – Midsummer’s Day – until 9 September 2012 – the last day of the London 2012 Paralympic Games and of course the Olympic Games itself.

Travel websites are already advising tourists coming for the Games that they may have already left it too late to book hotels and should check out temporary campsites set up close to the Olympic Park. Windsor Great Park will also provide 1000 pitches for those attending events at Eton Dorney.

Some sites will offer basic camping pitches for as little as £10, rising to £200 per couple for luxury glamping accommodation.

Camping and Caravanning Club Director General, Robert Louden, said: “With so much going on in 2012, this is the perfect time to make the most of the UK and take a holiday – our booking numbers are extremely positive at this stage.”

The latest Tourism Survey reveals that from January to the end of November 2011 there were 16.8 million camping and caravanning trips in Britain contributing around £2.6 billion to the economy. Not only was the total number of trips up almost 5% on the previous year, but the amount spent on those holidays leapt by nearly 13% year on year.

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Hairtrade Introduce Stylish Wigs To Its Hair Collection

Hairtrade, the UK’s leading retailer of hair extensions, hair care and beauty products has added a new line of wigs to its hair styling range.

The new collection comes as an addition to its already popular selection of wigs and consists of bobs, medium length wigs and long length wigs.

Keven Kou, managing director of I&K International Limited said: “The demand for wigs has increased dramatically over the last few months so we needed to introduce more styles to the range to cater for this trend. Our wig collection is huge now, with a number of lengths and styles as well as colours.”

He continued: “The new wigs have already become extremely popular with both our online customers and within the Hairtrade retail unit in Gateshead.”

The recent increase in the popularity of wigs comes as people are looking for quick ways to change their look without it being permanent. Hairtrade have identified that customers are purchasing wigs for special occasions as they are a quick and easy alternative to visiting the hair salon.

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DiscountVouchers.co.uk Teams Up with International Daily Deals Specialist Dealgecco

Online voucher codes specialist DiscountVouchers.co.uk has announced a new strategic partnership which will see users able to access more daily deals than ever. The company has teamed up with international daily deals expert Dealgecco.

DiscountVouchers.co.uk and Dealgecco announced the new partnership at this year’s DD Summit Europe event in London. The agreement will allow DiscountVouchers.co.uk to provide subscribers with new daily deals based on Dealgecco’s partnerships and relationships in international B2B deals.

Gerard Doyle, CEO of DiscountVouchers.co.uk, the title sponsor at the DD Summit Europe, commented: “We’re always pleased to make this kind of announcement, and our users will really enjoy the benefits this partnership brings. DiscountVouchers.co.uk daily deal users can look forward to big savings on all sorts of famous brands.”

“DiscountVouchers.co.uk online codes and daily deals users will really reap the benefits of our partnering up with an international specialist like Dealgecco,” Gerard went on.

Antonia Hammer, founder and CEO of Dealgecco commented: “Our years of expertise in the international daily deals space have seen us build up some very strong relationships and partnerships with suppliers. DiscountVouchers.co.uk users can look forward to enjoying a huge range of different deals on a daily basis now.”

Gerard Doyle joined Richard Dennys from Qype, on the “Customer Engagement and Interaction Strategies” panel, moderated by Aliya Zaidi, from Econsultancy, at the DD Summit Europe.

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Win A Giant Chocolate Bar From The Book People

With Easter just a few days away now, the Book People has geared up its competition to win a giant chocolate bar in the shape of its well-known logo. The bar, made with white chocolate and featuring an intricate seashell design, is sure to be a real treat!

The Book People has a whole host of Easter-themed books for kids and other books to choose from, but for something a bit sweeter customers should make a beeline for the bookseller’s current competition. The online retailer runs competitions throughout the year but expects its chocolate logo offer to be the most popular yet.

For a chance to win the Book People’s giant chocolate logo all you need to do is head to the special competition section of the site and answer the question – What type bean is chocolate made from? You can submit your answer via email to competitions@thebookpeople.co.uk or by writing a letter to the Book People and sending it to Catteshall Manor, Catteshall Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UU.

“We’re really excited about our chocolate logo competition, which will be officially announced on Wednesday 4th April,” said Lindsay Eyers of the Book People.

“Anyone with a sweet tooth should definitely send in their answer as soon as possible and wait and see whether they’ve been picked as the lucky winner of our amazing giant chocolate logo.

“We also have a number of other competitions running at the moment, including a chance to win £200 worth of travel vouchers, an annual pass to Dickens World and a superb three piece MasterChef set. All of our competitions give us a chance to thank our dedicated customers for buying their fiction, travel guides and other books with us, so don’t miss out!”

The competition ends on 10th April and the winner will be announced shortly after. All answers must be received by the closing date and there is to be one entry per person. For full details of the competition visit the Book People’s official site now.

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The Book People’s Seni Glaister And Sara Cooper Take On Their Toughest Challenge Yet

Spring may have sprung here in the UK but for two intrepid adventurers life is about to get a whole lot colder. CEO of the Book People Seni Glaister, along with friend and colleague Sara Cooper, is setting off this week on an epic ‘stroll’ to the North Pole, in aid of children’s hospice charity Shooting Star CHASE.

This will be Seni and Sara’s third challenge, after they climbed Kilimanjaro in 2010 and scaled the three highest mountains in North Africa in 2011. They will be putting their own tents up in temperatures as low as -50 degrees, navigating around open water, dragging their kit over pressure ridges in the ice – and keeping a watchful eye out for polar bears.

The Stroll to the Pole is a challenge for a very good cause. Seni and Sara are walking to celebrate the life of publisher Peter Bowron, who died suddenly in 2009, and to raise money for Shooting Star CHASE. So far, the pair’s efforts, together with the Book People’s annual Catteshall Stroll, have raised over £110,000 to help their local hospice, Christopher’s, keep on providing respite care for life-limited children and a lifeline for their families.

Further information on this extraordinary expedition and where the money will be going can be found on the following websites:

www.strolltothepole.co.uk – all about Seni and Sara’s challenge
www.catteshallstroll.co.uk – register to support or take part in this year’s stroll
www.shootingstarchase.org.uk – all about this amazing charity

Follow the pair’s progress, step by freezing step, on Twitter @Long_Flat_White

Seni Glaister says: “There is no doubt that this is our most ambitious expedition to date, but we’re heading north in aid of a wonderful cause. Christopher’s has no guaranteed government funding so every penny we raise really does count. As we drag our sleds over the ice and huddle in our tents at night, knowing that people at home are wishing us well and helping us raise money will really help to keep us going.”

Donations can be made at www.justgiving.com/strolltothepole

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DiscountVouchers.co.uk Inks Daily Deals Agreement with Secret Escapes

Leading daily deals supplier DiscountVouchers.co.uk has announced the signing of a new travel partnership with leading player Secret Escapes.

DiscountVouchers.co.uk signed the deal at the recent DD Summit Europe in London – the new agreement will help DiscountVouchers.co.uk users benefit from discounts and savings on four and five-star luxury travel packages.

Gerard Doyle, DiscountVouchers.co.uk CEO, said: “It’s a real pleasure to be able to make this announcement – our users will really reap the benefits. Through this partnership we’ll be able to provide a much wider range of bespoke travel offerings covering all sorts of interests and at many different prices.”

“We appreciate that our users are internet-savvy consumers who want to access great quality travel deals at prices which suit their budgets,” Gerard went on.

Secret Escapes founder Troy Collins said: “It’s great to be able to make this announcement, we’re looking forward to working with DiscountVouchers.co.uk on their daily deals. We can provide DiscountVouchers.co.uk subscribers with all sort of travel deals – from great value weekend breaks in the UK to luxury long-haul trips.” Gerard Doyle appeared on the “Customer Engagement and Interaction Strategies” panel at DD Summit Europe, which was moderated by Aliya Zaidi from Econsultancy and also included Richard Dennys from Qype.

For more daily deals or voucher codes information visit www.discountvouchers.co.uk and www.secretescapes.com.

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