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Charlie Brown explains what christmas is all about, not sure he explains how it empties current accounts so quickly though.

Some information about Antwerp, taken from Antwerp.com:

Antwerp is renowned as being the diamond capital of the world. It is the second largest city and municipality in Belgium as well as the capital of the province of Flanders. This cosmopolitan, down to earth city is full of fascinating architecture and historical institutions, complemented by a lively nightlife.

The city has always held an important place in the Benelux economic union. It is located on the banks of the river Scheldt and is bordered by the countries of The Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg and France. Next to being the second largest city it is also the second largest port in Europe behind Rotterdam, Netherlands, and is one of the 10 largest ports in the world.

The people of Antwerp have always been known for their happy go lucky way of life. This could be because of their easy-going lifestyles and their liking of good food. Among all the European countries, Antwerpens are known to be the happiest people on earth. For this very reason many tourists are attracted to Antwerp, so that their trip turns out to be relaxing and enjoyable.

For a luxury stay, the Radisson Blu Park Lane hotel in Antwerp is centrally located, bordering the Diamond Quarter with easy access to the main attractions and shopping districts.

Antwerp is also known as the Belgium’s capital of cool, appreciated by mode moguls, art lovers and diamond dealers.

In honour of World Sight Day, here’s 5 surprising things listed on Yahoo that could harm your eyes:

1) Sharing eye makeup such as mascara, or keeping it longer than than the recommended 6 months & stabbing yourself in the eye when applying makeup on the bus/tube etc.

2) Wearing cosmetic contact lenses, i.e. coloured ones as there could be quality control issues at manufacture.

3) Looking at the sun.

4) A bad diet. Not only does eating well reduce risk of heart disease etc, it also protects against the leading cause of blindness, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD).

5) Swimming without goggles in chlorinated water, contact lense wearers should also not wear just their lenses either as micro-organisms can attach to the lenses and cause problems.

Checking around for the best interest rates on savings accounts could net you a significantly better return on your investment. With the base rate stuck at 0.5% for the past 31 months (in the UK), savers have been struggling to find a decent deal.

Choosing the best account to suit your circumstances - lump sum investments or regular input to get the best rates. You may also be able to use your savings to offset your mortgage, which could save thousands in interest on the loan.

London - a cosmopolitan fashionable city.  Not put off by the wet pavements a couple show their sartorial elegance modeling on London Bridge.

Reblogged from fashioncontrast

Chic Ways to Light Your Home

The lighting in your home is an important part of the design and style of your home. Some rooms require practical lighting solutions whilst others can afford to use lighting to style the tone and mood or the space.  Fortunately, there are many options when choosing the illumination needs for your home.  There are plenty of options available and many of them are chic and will naturally fit into the decor of your beautiful home.

For the living room, there are plenty of options for lighting.  Floor lamps are excellent for rooms where you do not want to rely on overhead light fixtures which can give a harsh, unflattering light.  Different light bulbs can be used to change the ambience of the room.

If your home is full of designer furniture then the style of the light will no doubt be important to you.  It’s important to purchase a light which will complement the existing style of the room and work in unison to create the overall design of the room.  Contemporary floor lamps are a great way of adding brightness to the room without being overbearing.  There are many floor lamps which are design features in their own right.

Finding the perfect place for the lighting fixture is the next step in the lighting process.  The right location is vital so that all needs can be met.  For example, purchasing a reading lamp is important to make the reading area cosy and safe while providing a light that is bright enough to ensure that eyes are not damaged in the learning process.

Do you want to accent a particular part of the house?  Spotlights are important in making a particular item catch a guest’s eye.  Consider putting a spotlight on a design feature such as a fireplace, a painting, floral displays or in outdoor areas.  This really accents landscaping and allows people to appreciate the beauty of your home on the outside.  Wherever a light is needed, there is always a perfect light; you just need to consider the practical as well as the design details.