Family Fun in Brighton on a Budget

There are no two ways about it, once you have a family the cost of a getaway or even a short weekend break goes up. The rate at which it multiplies even seems to go beyond the amount of extra bodies you have now accumulated and so too does the amount of stuff you find yourself taking with you. It’s nice to go on holiday, but with such a high cost involved with not just the trip itself, but the daytrips and entertainment during your stay, it means that many families just can’t afford it.

There is a way to have a break this summer and not have to remortgage for the privilege - simply look a little closer to home rather than heading straight for the nearest airport or dock. British seaside holidays are becoming popular once more, with Brighton being a firm favourite since the Victorian times. Simply book a hotel for your seaside holiday and chose some cheap and free activities to entertain the family during your stay and have a summer holiday to remember.

The Beach

Brighton beach is in the top 10 beach destinations in the world and has a blue flag award for water and beach quality. There is no sand here to make castles from but there is still plenty of fun to be had collecting the funniest shaped stones, skimming them across the sea and ducking in and out of the waves as they come in. Kids of all ages, and adults, love the beach, and the best part about it is that it’s all completely free. If you are feeling brave then why not take a dip in the beautifully clean water - it’s only a little chilly in there!

DualShine Fab Jewelry Giveaway!

The Woman In Me is hosting a fab giveaway sponsored by DualShine Jewelry which will run from May 15, 12:01 EST to June 15, 2013. This giveaway is open worldwide.

DualShine.com is a China-based global online wholesaler and retailer that has been a worldwide business leader in selling the latest unique and fashion jewelry such as necklace, earring, ring, bracelet and some others since 2007. Their vision is to empower people worldwide in buying and selling jewelry online.

Two winners will get the chance to pick 2 set of jewelries of their choice (please refer to the photo above). This giveaway is brought to you by DualShine - an online shop that specializes in retail and wholesale of fashion jewelries. Enter the rafflecopter below to join.

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Australian Education Exhibition 2013

IDP Philippines offers rare opportunity to Filipinos by sponsoring the Australian Education Exhibition 2013 which will be held in Davao, Manila and Cebu respectively.

IDP Philippines is the leading placement and support service for Filipinos aspire to gain international education. For 40 years, IDP has helped more than 300,000 students get education opportunities in prestigious colleges and schools all over the world.

The first leg of the exhibit will be on May 17, 2013 at the Jade Ballroom of Marco Polo Hotel from 11AM – 6PM. Representatives from 20 Australian Schools will be participating in the exhibit to showcase their programs and campus attractions.

The schools that will be present are:

• Le Cordon Bleu Australia Whitefriars College Inc.

• Australian Catholic University

• Holmesglen Institute of TAFE

• University of Queensland

• Central Queensland University

• Flinders University

• Wide Bay Institute of TAFE

• Queensland University of Technology

• UTS Insearch

• Academia International

• AICL/AIH

• Perth Education City

• Charles Darwin University

• Canberra Institute of Technology

• Murdoch University

• The University of Newcastle

• Victoria University

• ACU- Manila

This is a one-day only event for Davaoenos on May 17 because they will be moving the exhibit to Manila on May 18 and Cebu on May 19, 2013. The entrance fee for the exhibit is FREE but you have to pre-register your slot for the event. You may drop by to the event anytime from 11AM – 6PM.