by Glotime | Apr 8, 2016 | Featured, General, GloWellness, Travel
Want to find out more about caravanning, motorhoming and campervanning?
The Caravan Club allowed the BBC to film The Club’s ‘Caravanner of the Year’ competition and transmission dates for the programmes are:
· Wednesday 20 April – 8pm on BBC2
· Wednesday 27 April – 8pm on BBC2
Tune in and watch the programmes to gain a wonderful insight into being a member of The Caravan Club and enjoying everything it has to offer.
The two programmes will show six contestants taking part in a series of challenges in order to win the coveted title of ‘Caravanner of the Year’. The judging panel comprised Grenville Chamberlain (Caravan Club Chairman), Lucy Jayne Grout (vintage caravan restorer and designer), Martin Dorey (BBC series Camper Van Cook) and Andy Harris (motorhome journalist).
The first programme will introduce the entrants and whittle them down to the three finalists.
Filming took place over two action-packed weekends at the scenic Caravan Club Ferry Meadows Site where the contestants took part in a series of fun challenges that tested the competitors’ skills in driving, towing, manoeuvring and pitching, as well as their superb knowledge about all things caravanning!
Tune in and watch, and don’t forget to tell your friends and family about it too!
Follow us on Twitter @CaravanClubCOTY and like our Facebook page Caravanner of the Year and don’t forget to use the hashtag! #caravanclubCOTY
by Glotime | Apr 8, 2016 | Competitions Expired
WIN 2 night ‘Glamping’ break in one the new Loch Tay Geo Domes with Waterside Breaks
GloTIME has teamed up with Waterside Breaks to bring you another FAB competition, a chance to explore and stay in one of the most beautiful areas of Scotland.
Loch Tay is a large freshwater loch, a wonderful location for a Scottish Highland holiday and a great base to explore some the best Scotland has to offer. From stunning scenery, imposing mountain ranges, historic castles, beautiful lochs, excellent fishing and a multitude of wildlife abound.
Surrounded by mountains, lochs and rivers, Loch Tay’s Highland Lodges are located just three miles outside of Killin on the northern shores of Loch Tay. On site activities include boat hire, watersports, fly fishing and a popular waterside Marina bar and restaurant to relax in after a great day out!
We are offering you a chance to win 2 nights ‘Glamping’ in a popular Geo Dome, which is situated in a small ‘dome village’ overlooking Loch Tay. These Geo Domes enjoy picturesque views of the Ben Lawers mountain range as well as the impressive Loch Tay below. The brand new geodesic domes are furnished with a large double bed and a wood burning stove which creates a warm, cosy and relaxing atmosphere, it really is camping in luxury!
More information is available here: http://www.watersidebreaks.com/description/lochtaygeo-domes.htm
Terms and Conditions
1.This offer is only open to UK mainland residents only.
2.This offer covers accommodation only, it does not include travel, entertainment, food/beverages or travel insurance.
3.The winner must book their stay 4 weeks in advance, Subject to availability.
4.Entrants must be over 18 years of age.
5.The winner will be notified within 4 weeks of the competition closing.
6.The prize is not transferable and there is no cash alternative.
7.By entering this competition, you are consenting to allow GloTIME and Waterside Breaks to contact you by email with promotional mater (Opt-out always available)
8.Entry constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions.
9.The winner will be chosen at random.
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12.You must follow GloTIME.tv on Twitter and re-tweet the competition to validate entry
The stay is open for all dates outside school holidays and peak bank holiday dates
Enter the competition below
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by Glotime | Apr 8, 2016 | Featured, General, GloBeauty, GloWellness
As the first hints of Spring finally tease through the clouds, we start thinking preparing for warmer climes at home or abroad.
Pulling out my favourite bikini last night was a bit of an eye opener for me as I decided that either the swimsuit had to go or the tummy. I decided on the latter, as with a few tone up exercises and less carbs, I could make a difference within a very short time indeed.
I have never been a Beach Babe even at my most fittest, but I can don a curvaceous Marilyn Monroe figure – especially if wearing a rather generous two piece bathing suit (fifties style). Did you know she was actually a size 16!
So I did a plan, and have given myself until the 1st June, just under two months to achieve my goal.
IMAGE – SHUTTERSTOCK
Here are some of my tips to get started.
Tummy exercises are easy, and as my old fitness instructor told me, concentrate on your tummy even whilst at your desk – because where energy goes, energy flows! This is so true, and you just have to get into the habit of pulling in your stomach and strengthening your torso at every opportunity.
As with every woman of a certain age, bat wings are not a good look and so these exercises are amazing for tightening up the tops of the arms. Stretch both arms out sideways, then gently tilt them backwards feeling the tightening in the upper arm. Do these fifty times three times a day and you will see the difference within a week.
Swimming is great exercise for the entire body and if you can get in two to three 20 minute stretches in the pool you will tone up and strengthen the muscles. Water Aerobics are also effective and fun, and a good alternative to the Gym.
Diet adaptation is also necessary after the Winter months of late night hot chocolate and extra calories. I have always taken the low fat route rather than a low calorie diet, as the weight loss is more expedient and it is easier to sustain.
Join a Slimming World if you are serious about dropping pounds or just opt for low fat products in the Supermarket.
A typical day for me would be:
Breakfast
A poached or boiled egg
One slice of wholemeal toast
Lighter spread
Tea or coffee with skimmed milk
One banana
Lunch
Baked potato
Baked Beans
Salad
Zero fat yoghurt
Dinner
One piece of fresh salmon
Mixed fresh vegetables
Boiled potatoes
Fresh fruit salad
Check out other low fat options – there are many now on offer, even with ready meals if you are on the go.
So if you are ready to begin the Fitness Challenge, so am I – and I look forward to sharing ideas and targets with you soon.
