When it comes to honeymoons, most of us will think of the likes of the Maldives, the Caribbean or even Italy or France, but trends seem to be shifting and now Tanzania has been selected as the newlywed holiday destination of choice.
According to a new survey, put together by Tanzania Odyssey , the stunning landscapes and rich culture of the East African nation is the number one choice of one sixth of honeymooners, a higher percentage than both Hawaii and Mauritius. The news comes as more couples are shying away from the traditional post-wedding rest and relaxation. As lifestyles...
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Exeter businesswoman and Age UK Exeter trustee Rachael Whitson is swimming the English Channel with Team H2 Oh! to raise funds for a local charity close to her heart Age UK Exeter.
Rachael became a trustee of the charity at a time when her 95-year-old grandfather was struggling to remain independent at home. “It upset me to think of my grandfather alone and struggling when his family were hundreds of miles away – geography meant we weren’t always on hand to help. He was typical of so many older people living alone; Age UK Exeter provides valuable support and companionship to older people...
FAST-growing and well-known law firm Wollen Michelmore have been given a ‘warm welcome’ to the city of Exeter.
It came from Karime Hassan, Exeter City Council’s chief executive and growth director, as Wollen Michelmore officially celebrated their latest expansion and move into the city with a special sun-soaked reception at Exeter Cathedral’s Chapter House and Cloister Gardens.
The event was to mark the company’s recent merger with Exeter-based solicitors Morgan and Pope.
Mr Hassan told more than 120 guests that Wollen Michelmore had joined one of the most...
There was a surprise in store for children at Heathcoat Primary School in Tiverton when an unusual competitor turned up and took part in their annual sports day.
Schoolchildren, teachers and parents alike were thrilled to see George the Mouse arrive, but their delight turned to surprise when the 6ft mouse lined up alongside the children to take part in the races.
Enquiries revealed that George is in training for this year’s Hospiscare Breakfast Run , which is taking place on 30 September at Knightshayes Court, near Tiverton. He knows there will be some fit cuddly toys and...
Teignbridge District Council is inviting expressions of interest for the former Beachcomber café and restaurant premises on the seafront at Teignmouth.
The 1,819 sq ft building is in a prominent location on Teignmouth seafront, close to the Green Flag-accredited Den with its children’s play areas, Seaside award-winning beach, Teignmouth Pier and Pavilions Teignmouth. It also comes with an option to lease an outdoor seating area on the promenade.
The building, owned by Teignbridge, has been closed since a fire in July 2017. On 20 March 2018 Teignbridge’s planning committee...
The results of research into loneliness in the communities of North-East Dartmoor show that loneliness is a challenge for all age groups, not just older people.
The research was carried out over several weeks earlier this year by Wellmoor, based in Moretonhampstead, whose work covers all aspects of health and wellbeing in the North-East Dartmoor area.
“Many people associate loneliness with older people and our findings supported that view,” says Camilla Rooney, Project Manager. “But we also identified - through talking to other groups such as young mums and younger people...
An Ottery St Mary based mortgage and insurance broker has experienced rapid growth over the past year and is set to almost double the amount of borrowing secured for clients over the next 12 months.
Exe Mortgages has expanded significantly since moving into new headquarters in Silver Street in the heart of the town 18 months ago.
Exe Mortgages was founded by mortgage broker David Grimshaw in 2012 after redundancy forced him to consider other options. Joining David early on were mortgage and protection consultant Keith Felstead and office manager Julie Chance. This year, the...
Devon crowds will have the chance to see 11 of the UCI’s (Union Cycliste Internationale) top level WorldTour teams race compete in the Tour of Britain this September.
The final list of 20 teams for the OVO Energy Tour of Britain has now been confirmed and it includes the four British UCI Continental teams that have qualified for the UK’s most prestigious cycle race. Stage 2 of the race will take place on Monday September 3. It is hosted by Devon County Council, supported by East Devon District Council and North Devon Council and working with Cranbrook Town Council and Barnstaple...
]Sandy Park are pleased to launch new immersive 3D tours of their award-winning spaces.
Created by Helmores Estate Agents, the tours show a virtual 3D view of the rooms set-up for a variety of different events, as well as links to static photographs showing alternative layouts for each room. In addition, users can view the layout of each floor using the 'dolls house view' - particularly useful for event organisers who may not be able to visit the venue.
Events Sales Manager Bev Gratton said: “We hope these immersive 3D tours will make it easier for event organisers to view...