We're all going on a Summer Holiday

It's that time of year folks. London is teeming with tourists and it's time to escape. The French and Germans have got it right. A mass exodus in the month of August. Why don't we do the same here?

I'm weighing up destinations at the moment and i've come up with a top 5 list, so without further delay, here goes:

- Barcelona (swelteringly hot this time of year, but a cracking city and flights are cheap)
- Nice, France (Expensive, but again very accessible)
- Cape Town, South Africa (Always wanted to go. Supposed to be amazing surf but it is their winter)
- The Amalfi Coast, Italy (My front runner at the moment. It seems to be mentioned on every travel blog i look at!
- Cornwall, UK (Meh.... not sure about staying in the UK, but this is my ultra budget option)

So what do we think? Galavanting in Spain, Surfing in Cornwall or wine tasting in Italy. So much choice....

Coach and Horses

This is a linking test for Pubs in Clapham. The Coach and Horses Clapham (one of the best pubs in London!)

Big Wok!

Worth checking out Big Wok in Nottingham. Excellent noodles, stir fry and other asian treats. Highly recommended!

MUSICAL TREAT for OPERA LOVERS

When: Wednesday 21st May 2008 - 7:30pm
Where: O' SOLE MIO Restaurant, 53, Crwys Road, CARDIFF, CF24 4ND.
If you enjoy OPERA and GOOD AUTHENTIC ITALIAN CUISINE, prepare to be serenaded by Operatic Arias and Neapolitan Favourites.
Entertainment will be provided by artists from Dennis O’Neill’s Cardiff International Academy of Voice.This event is in support of George Thomas Hospice Care.Ticket price: £35 per person.Contact: Sharon Owen, George Thomas Hospice Care, 029 20524150 or email Sharon at Sharon.owen@george-thomas-hospice.org.uk

Thomas & Friends Live! On Stage

When: Friday 16th May 2008 -> Saturday 17th May 2008 - Various Times
Where: Cardiff International Arena, Mary Ann Street, Cardiff, CF10 2EQ
Thomas the tank engine and friends perform 4 live shows at the CIA this May. Sure to be popular with the kids!
Tickets available from £11.50 for the following dates. Click on a date to view availability:

Friday 16th May 5pm
Saturday 17th May 11am
Saturday 17th May 2pm
Saturday 17th May 5pm

Berkeley Birthday Concert

When: Tuesday 13th May 2008 - 7pm
Where: Weston Gallery, Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Castle Grounds, Cathays Park, Cardiff
As part of the College’s celebrations of Michael Berkeley’s 60th birthday, the College present an evening of music for solo instruments and chamber ensembles, including Among the Lillies, Music for Chaucer and Catch me if you can.
7pm,Weston Gallery £5, £3

Celebrity Piano recital

When: Thursday 8th May 2008 - 5.15pm - pre concert buffet supper 6pm - recital 7.30 book presentation
Where: RWCMD
Celebrity Piano Recital featuring Boris Berman on Piano playing works by Prokofiev
Preceeded by a light supper, enjoy an early evening recital given by this internationally acclaimed musician, followed by an opportunity to meet Mr Berman who will introduce his latest book on the works of Prokofiev.