Whether you have two left feet, want to wow your guests with new moves or simply get that first dance right, a professional dance lesson could be just the thing to take your dancing worries away!The Hutson School of Dance in South Woodford teaches Ballroom and Latin American dance, seen on hit shows such as 'Strictly Come Dancing.' They are giving away fifty free first dance lessons to couples wanting a helping hand on the dance floor; ensuring a memorable first dance for all the right reasons!To claim your free lesson call John Hutson on 020 8590 3442 and quote 'Your London Wedding Magazine' by 1st of February 2009.
For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Dance Right’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 1 February 2009.
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Luxury Backpackers, the independent travel experts, recently launched Honeymoons in Style, a travel guide-cum-coffee table book based on the ethos of adding luxury to the backpacking experience. Designed for independent, free-spirited honeymooners, the book is divided into themes: cultural, gastronomic, active, or spa-orientated, with plenty of scope and freedom to explore diverse, contrasting locations around the world - France, Italy, Morocco, Indonesia, Japan, Australia, the South Pacific and Brazil.The book’s authors, Jill and Carlo Nash came up with the idea while researching their ideal honeymoon. “We found the options for newlyweds pretty limiting. We certainly couldn't find any independently written guidebooks exploring more adventurous options in unusual places. We wanted to offer impartial travel advice to any newlyweds wanting to travel independently, encompassing a mixture of both romantic moments with themed adventures from gastronomy to hiking,” says Carlo. For more information, visit www.luxurybackpackers.comWe have five copies of Honeymoons in Style to give away, worth £16 each.
For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Honeymoons in Style’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 23 January 2009.
The Destinations Holiday & Travel Show is just the ticket for couples looking for honeymoon bargains and exciting holiday ideas to suit every budget. Get the lowdown on adventures, such as wildlife expeditions in the Antarctic or West African overland adventures to legendary Timbuktu. Speak to the ABTA (Association of British Travel Agents) team for up-to-the-minute advice on travel. In the Expert Theatre, meet top explorers, adventurers, writers and photographers. Among the line-up of speakers are BBC’s Dan Cruikshank (Around the World in 80 Treasures) and Charley Boorman, actor and travelogue-maker who documented his travels from Ireland to Sydney (By Any Means).Cultural highlights include food, dance and music from around the globe: Russian vodka tasting and Colombian dance workshops. At the World Entertainment stage, watch performances - from Ninjas to Bollywood, from Brazilian Capoeira to fiery flamenco. The Holiday & Travel Show takes place at Earls Court, London, from 5th – 8th February 2009 and The NEC, Birmingham, from 27th February -1st March 2009. To book tickets, visit www.destinationsshow.com or call 0871 230 7141.We have five pairs of tickets to give away, worth £24 each.
For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Destinations Holiday & Travel Show’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 23 January 2009.
You don’t have to be a wine expert to appreciate the knowledge and expertise that multi-award winning wine expert Oz Clarke shares in his recent book, Bordeaux, the Wines, the Vineyards, the Winemakers. With centuries of history in the wine trade, Bordeaux has built an enviable reputation as the fine wine capital of the world, and has been the inspiration for many of today’s New World wine producers. This book is packed with information about the region’s wine trade, vineyards and wines, including A-Z profiles of over 300 châteaux and their wines. Bordeaux is very special to Oz, and his passion for the region is evident in his straightforward approach that makes this book an engaging read. We’re giving away four copies of Bordeaux: The Wines, the Vineyards, the Winemakers (www.anovabooks.com), worth £25 each. Buy a copy of Bordeaux for a discounted price of £22 (including free UK P&P). Call 0870 787 1613 and quote reference CH1070.
For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘The Bordeaux Bible’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 27 March 2009.
Formerly the Great Eastern Hotel, Andaz on Liverpool Street is one London hot spot that's just perfect for a glamorous night out with your fiancé. With five restaurants and four bars, the hotel offers a setting that won't fail to impress cosmopolitan couples. To celebrate Valentine's Day and loved-up couples, Andaz is offering a three-course meal and bottle of wine for two people at its brasserie restaurant, Eastway. Expect dishes like duck terrine or pan fried squid and chorizo to start, skate wing with french beans and red wine jus or slow braised Welsh lamb shank for main courses, and allow your taste buds to be tempted by desserts like chocolate and pistachio tart, or pear and caramel bread and butter pudding. Look out for its home-made ice creams with flavours such as orange cheesecake or pop corn and vanilla. If you would like to experience the slick setting of Eastway with the man in your life enter online. Bon apetite! For more information on the Andaz, visit www.andazdining.com.
For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Dinner at Andaz’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 27 February 2009.
Chariot Bikes (www.chariotbikes.org) is an eco-events transport company that provides wedding pedicabs for couples' big days, said to be the 'cream of the crop of London pedal power'. Offering a chauffeur-driven experience with a difference, the pedicabs are available for weddings and hen-parties and make the perfect choice of transport for London brides-to-be who want an eco-friendly wedding, or simply a fun and original way to get to the church on time. Chariot Bikes is offering one London-based couple a wedding pedicab ride for two hours, worth £100. The pedicab comes complete with an appropriately-dressed chauffeur, complimentary drink and music and a photograph to capture the moment. What's more, the chariot can be decorated with 'just married' signs, an ivy or rose trail, ribbons and a Champagne bucket to ensure the winners travel in the very best wedding-style.
For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Wedding pedicab ride’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 27 February 2009.
For brides-to-be with New Year's resolutions to get fit or loose weight in time for their big day, Your Health is Your Wealth (£8.99, Hayhouse Publishers) is the perfect fab freebie, written by Jacqueline Harvey, BBC Radio London's fitness adviser. With 15 years experience in the personal health field, Jacqueline is well-equipped to help London brides-to-be look their best on their big day. Jacqueline is giving three readers one book, which will be handed to them personally at a one-to-one consultation with her (worth £90) at the Covent Garden Hotel, Monmouth Street. The consultation for a Crystal Clear Health weight-loss package will take an in-depth look at each of the winners health and lifestyle with nutritional, exercise and stress analysis. Next will be a tailored prescription on how to obtain the best physical and mental health in preparation for that all-important wedding day, leaving each bride-to-be feeling nothing less than fabulous. Learn more about Jacqueline at www.jacquelineharvey.co.uk
For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Your Health is Your Wealth’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 27 February 2009.
For London brides-to-be there is only one place to go in the New Year: The National Wedding Show. Whether you're newly engaged or in search of the finishing touches for your big day, there is something at London's Olympia in February to delight every bride. With hundreds of exhibitors offering products to suit every taste and budget, you can find your dream dress by browsing through the UK's largest collection of wedding gowns under one roof (see the designer and boutique areas). Or find inspiration at the glamorous catwalk shows, showcasing the hottest names in bridalwear.If it's advice you need, go to the wedding theatre for top tips during the inspiration sessions – interactive chats hosted by industry professionals on everything from cakes to budgeting. And if your head's in a spin after all the wedding excitement there's must-visit spots like the Celebrations Bar. Stocked with Champagne it's the perfect place to reflect on all your wedding ideas. The National Wedding Show is giving away five pairs of tickets for Friday 20th and Sunday 22nd February, worth £24 a pair. For more information visit www.nationalweddingshow.co.uk.
For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘National Wedding Show’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 10 February 2009.
Murray Ward (www.murrayward.com) specialises in sporting, classic and contemporary cuff links and accessories for men. The company was established in 1988 and grooms-to-be can find their designs in top London department stores, such as John Lewis and Harrods. All of Murray Ward's cuff links are made from solid sterling silver and is one way for grooms and groomsmen to add a touch of style to their suits. Murray Ward is giving away one set of equestrian cuff links and one set of matching equestrian-style dress studs, worth £69 each. Fresh from their sporting range, the dress studs are perfect for grooms getting married in black tie. They should be fastened to the front of a dress shirt and will complement the matching cuff links. The horse shoe shape is sure to prove a lucky charm for any man on his big day and adds a touch of stylish fun for those with a penchant for horse-racing, countryside life and all things equestrian.
For your chance to win, tick the box marked ‘Murray Ward cufflinks’ on the giveaway form. Closing date: 27 February 2009.
