5 Tips for a Family Vacation to Taipei

Taiwan is a great location for a family holiday. First of all, it is relatively underrated, and it is not overflowing with tourists at any given time, which tends to be a problem when visiting places in Europe, for example. Taiwan is a culture that holds family in high regard, especially children, and offers a lot of places for them, such as parks, playrooms, etc., especially in Taipei.

Does a poor diet affect my child’s education?

Over the years there has been lots of discussion around the subject of how diet can affect your child’s education.  A leading, international independent school based in Alicante understands and promotes the importance of the right diet for your child to help support your child’s performance in school.

While the intake of food is vital for proper performance, many of the widely available and popular snacks and foods are actually hindering children’s abilities to learn. Foods that are loaded with sugars, caffeine, chemicals, and sodium are leaving children tired and unfocused.  As well as affecting your child’s learning it also has a significant impact on their behaviour and mood.

How to help your child when their grades are slipping?

Slipping grades are not always an accurate indication of how hard your child is trying, how much they are learning, or what their potential for success later on in life is. With this in mind, we should not overreact but what should we be doing as parents?

A highly successful, international, independent school in Marbella suggests the following advice on what to consider and how you can support your child…

The Real Real: Unique Fashion

As Julie Wainwright said in an interview, many people from older generations used to keep their consignment shopping a secret from people. However, younger people today often brag about finding a good deal on second-hand clothes. Since people have been more open about their love for bargain hunting, Julie knew it would be a good idea to open retail stores. Many shoppers who come to the Real Real say that they are tired of typical fashions and do not want to conform to what is popular today. They are often annoyed that trends change so quickly, and many people just want to wear what they like. For this reason, the Real Real is a good choice. People can buy unique modern styles or vintage items. They can wear a pair of vintage pants with a modern shirt to make their own style. For shoppers who want to build their own ensembles, the Real Real is the perfect place to visit.

The Benefits of Outdoor Learning

There are many benefits to outdoor learning; so many in fact, that it might surprise you. It’s a broad term, but in most prep schools it essentially involves exploration of the natural world, experimenting, going on adventures and discovering new things that cannot be found indoors.

Not all young people are lucky enough to have their own garden, so the availability of outdoor learning at school gives them the opportunity to play outside and get some fresh air and exercise in a safe and controlled environment.  Children often have too much exposure to smartphones, tablets and other digital devices, which might actually lead to both physical and psychological issues. As well as supporting the school curriculum, outdoor learning can also involve activities such as:

Five Ways to Practice Self-Care for Fall 2019

As the summer comes to a close, plenty of people are preparing to send children back to school. Others are preparing for the fun of football season, hearty soups and pumpkin spice lattés. However, it's very important to remember to take care of yourself as well. Self-care is a buzz word because so many people place themselves on the back burner. As you transition into the cooler months of the fall, consider the following ways you can prioritize self-care.

5 Factors That Influence The Price Of An Engagement Ring

The perfect engagement ring reflects the wearer’s personality. But antique engagement rings truly form a special connection. In fact, part of the charm of an antique engagement ring is its history. Many different countries, trends and periods are represented in different designs, and no two rings are the same. If you think an antique ring is a way to go, here are a few factors that affect the price of engagement rings.

Prepping Your Skin for Fall with Genucel by Chamonix

The fall months are a great time to self-reflect and begin to take care of yourself. Your children may be going back to school and you'll finally have time to yourself. What's more, you're coming in from the hot summer sun and giving your skin a break from heavy, greasy sunscreens and day-to-night sun exposure. This is why utilize products from the Genucel by Chamonix line can help you to achieve the flawless skin you have always wanted to have.

5 Best Ways to Save Money on Clothes

If you’re a passionate shopaholic who loves to buy brand new clothes while saving some money at the same time, welcome to the club, you’re certainly at the right place! Here are five amazing ways to save cash on clothes, so check them out and learn some useful hacks today!