Winter Solstice – The Longest Night of the Year
Sunday 22nd is Winter Solstice or the longest night of the year so we have some advice when driving in the dark writes Geraldine Herbert In Dublin, the sun will rise at 08:37 am on Sunday and set again at 16.07 pm so the chances are you will be driving to work or home in the dark. Driving in the dark can cause fatigue – plan your journey, scheduling at least one stop every two hours. Don’t ignore warning signs of fatigue....
Get me to the church in style
The age of the sleek white limo may be passing. Geraldine Herbert looks at some unusual wheels for that big day out A wedding day is one of the biggest days of a couple’s life and there is any number of potential problems to keep the happy couple awake at night in their quest for the perfect day. While for most the centrepiece and the talking point for all is the Bride’s dress, for some it is how they made an entrance on the big...
Stay Safe this New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve is a chance to end the year with a bang. Here are some tips for celebrating while staying safe Hosting a party? If you are planning a New Year’s Eve party make sure to provide plenty of food to keep your guests from drinking on an empty stomach and avoid salty snacks that encourage people to drink more. Ensure there is a plentiful supply of non-alcoholic drinks for designated drivers and others who prefer not to...
Don’t be a victim of Car theft
Minimize your chances of being a victim of car theft with these simple and basic tips writes Geraldine Herbert Parking When parking your car ensure you park in a well lit area, beside other cars, where all-round visibility is good and have your keys out and ready when returning. Lock it Never leave a car unlocked for even a minute while going into a shop, also ensure your windows are also locked and don’t leave valuables...
A bluffer’s guide to the 2016 Formula 1 season
This month saw the start of the Formula 1 season – the world’s biggest and most lucrative motor racing championship– kicked off in Melbourne for the Australian Grand Prix – we have a bluffer’s guide writes Geraldine Herbert What is it all about? Eleven teams are contesting the season, each fielding two cars so this means that 22 drivers will line-up to compete for the 2016 Formula 1 World Championship. The German Grand...
