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Diecast Model Ferrari Cars History Diecast models have a special place in history for the ‘baby boomer’ generation in particular the boys. The gleaming red diecast model Ferrari is no exception. Names such as Dinky, Corgi and Matchbox in the 50’s followed by Hot Wheels in the early 70’s produced a variety of cars in a variety of scales. Matchbox …

Whilst personal trainers promote protein shakes as part of a weight loss program, incredibly the market in the USA last year was worth $2.7 billion dollars. This article takes a look at the use of protein shakes and what to look out for.   What are protein shakes? Basically they are milk shakes with an added protein powder. Some can …

One of the most iconic hotels in Cardiff is the St Davids Hotel, this is in our view the one hotel and spa in Cardiff. Apart from being a hotel with spectacular views over Cardiff Bay it is perhaps its peripheral facilities that make  St Davids Hotel such a hit! If you are looking for a Hotel and Spa in …

Street dance Cardiff is a fast growing and fun activity for all ages regardless of gender or ability and is a great way to make new friends, keep fit, or just doing something that you have a passion for. Street dance Cardiff and all over the world is a colloquial dance form which has been developed on the streets of …

Cardiff Trains can be local, see map below or Intercity. The intercity train service is due to undergo an electrification process which will Cardiff trains will have shorter journey times. An article on Cardiff  Trains and their stations can be found here. It is always important to CHECK the last train as often with the valleys lines they leave earlier …

Cardiff bus routes are listed on the map below and in addition we have also included the fare zones for a Cardiff bus ‘Day to Go’ ticket, this means that you get unlimited travel for that day. There are similar ‘week to go’ and ‘month’ to go tickets. For full details go to the Cardiff Bus Website ALWAYS have the …

The Waterguard is a pub on the move, no it really is on the move! Or rather was moved in 1993 from the Bay in the Pier area. Completed in 2001 it is adjacent to the Norwegian church, which was also moved. The pub is a good place to kick back and relax in the evening. It has interesting architectural …

If you fancy a boat trips in Cardiff Bay there are lots of ways to do it. Pleasure boat trips The Waterbus, the Aquabus and the Openboat are similar in their style in that they include boat trips round the Bay and depending on the boat also up the river Taff and Ely. It goes without saying that if you …

Cardiff Train Stations total 20 in number and form part of the rail network known locally as Valley Lines.   The two main cardiff train stations in the city, Cardiff Central and Cardiff Queen Street, are popular with commuters, visitors and locals providing a quick and efficient way of travelling into the heart of metropolitan area. Cardiff Central is also a …

Roath Park Lake is a major part of Roath Park and has been enjoyed by adults and children alike since Victorian times. There is still a Victorian feel to Roath Park Lake that once had ‘penny in the slot’ gas boilers around the lake for making hot drinks! Roath Park Lake Kids Activities It is an excellent venue for kids …