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Contents

I hope you all had a fantastic Christmas and I’d like to wish you all a very happy New Year. Once again we have lots going on in this month’s issue including a look at what holiday destinations are trending for 2018. If you’re looking to book your Summer holidays then please speak to Hays Travel whom you will find on page 3. I can personally recommend the girls at the Flint branch who always go out of their way to find you that perfect holiday at a great price too. Our monthly car review takes a look at something totally different this month with the rise in the popularity of the VW campervans. We take a look at the buyer’s guide and what you should look out for if you’re thinking of joining the campervan family.

We all feel a bit sluggish this time of year after over indulging on too much food and drink so why not try our fitness plan of action for 2018 on pages 14-15 Take a look at pages 28-29 if you would like to see what your stars predict for you during 2018. There’s lots more going on inside so please take the time to sit back and read our magazine. Please remember to keep it local and use the advertisers within and please give us a mention when doing so. Wishing you a happy New Year! Until next month Reg - Editor Inside Flintshire T: 01352 870 760 Text advert to 07446 778 482 & we will call you back

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Holiday review

January

What’s hot: Trending holidays for 2018 As we shiver our way through another winter, we can’t help thinking ahead to summer 2018. We’re not the only ones, either. We’ve already started noticing trends in where people are searching for their next getaway – and what they’re looking to do when they get there. Want to know what’s looking hot? Here’s the inside track…

Private yacht charters

Freedom, adventure and a whole lot of style - crewed yacht charters are new for us for 2018, and we think they’re going to prove to be a big hit. The yachts themselves provide a serious taste of luxury, with en-suite cabins, al fresco dining decks and gourmet meals cooked to order by your private chef (expect to have the most Instagrammable of holiday snaps!). As for the experience of taking to the water, one moment you could be mooring up in the Bay of Naples (or hopping ashore on Hydra island, orwandering around Hvar Town), the next you could be sitting on deck watching the sun set with a glass of your favourite wine. Not a bad way to spend a week…

Croatia

Croatia has soared in the popularity stakes over the past couple of years and it’s not hard to see why. Holidaymakers are being lured by the country’s historic towns and cities (and not just Dubrovnik – Split, Rovinj and Pula are all hotspots), UNESCOawarded sites, breathtaking beaches and

spectacular national parks. The festival scene is a draw, too. The short ﬂight time (UK ﬂights touch down in under three hours) is also a bonus, plus Croatia’s not part of the euro zone, making those afternoon cocktails and seafront suppers even more appealing.

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Kefalonia: Its unspoilt landscape is attracting lovers of the outdoors.

Greece

Greece has always been a firm favourite, but each year we tend to see a new island or strip of coast that people have got the hots for. For 2018, it’s the islands of Santorini, Kefalonia and Zakynthos that have got people talking. With a gorgeous colour scheme of blue and white, and views so unbelievable photos don’t do them justice, Santorini is the perfect hotspot for a romantic break away. Then there’s Kefalonia. Often overlooked in favour of its northern neighbour, Corfu, Kefalonia’s upmarket yet low-key towns are stealing the attention away from traditional glitz-and-glamour spots like St-Tropez. Head south of Kefalonia and you have Zakynthos, an Palma’s historic island that’s shaken off its cathedral... party reputation with the help of an influx of luxe hotels (and one of the most ... and Olivar Market photogenic beaches in Greece).

Multicentre holidays

Multi-centre holidays aren’t a new thing, but for 2018 we’re seeing much more interest in people looking for multi-centres in the same country, and even on the same island. Take Majorca, for example. The island is so diverse, why not hire a car and stay a few nights in two

separate parts? Team a beach break with a few days of shopping and culture in Palma, or twin the sandy bays of the north with the mountain towns along the west coast. Tempted by our talk of Croatia earlier? It’s another destination that’s great for a multi-centre holiday – kick oﬀ in Dubrovnik, before driving along the coast for a few days on the Split Riviera.

Multi-generation family holidays

Family holidays are going big in 2018, with parents, kids, grandparents and even aunts and uncles joining the gang. Hotels are making it easy for bigger groups to all stay under one roof comfortably too, with luxe villas set within the hotel grounds. Families can enjoy the facilities of a hotel with all added space and home comforts of a villa. Gran and grandad could be in the private pool with the kids while mum heads to the spa, the whole family can sit down to a laid-back meal on the terrace (or wander down to the hotel’s restaurant if no-one fancies cooking), and adults can uncork a bottle of wine in the lounge after the kids have gone to bed for the night. For more informtion visit: www.blog.sovereign.com/ whats-hot-holiday-trends-2018/

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California Dreaming... Used T5 VW camper van buyer’s guide

ant to live the VW California dream, but don’t know where to start when browsing camper vans for sale? Read our top T5 tips – soon you’ll be on the road! Few vehicles are as iconic as the Volkswagen California and with the introduction of the T6, prices of used T5s mean that ownership of a nearly-new model is more accessible than ever. Here’s how to buy a used T5 VW camper van with conﬁdence, thanks to our expert advice. It may be the name of a popular 1960s song, but ‘California Dreaming’ is also what many wannabe VW camper van owners do on a regular basis. The California had initially seen the light of day on Volkswagen’s T3, then converted by Westfalia Coachworks.

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Coinciding with the launch of the VW T5 in 2003, the manufacturer announced that it was bringing the conversions in-house; but it wasn’t until 2005 when we ﬁrst saw right-hand drive examples in Blighty.

Power units at launch ranged from a 1.9-litre 85bhp TD to a 2.5-litre 174bhp TD, all at Euro 4. Transmission was a ﬁve- or six-speed manual or a six-speed ASG robotised automatic gearbox.

The old maxim ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’ could well have been coined to describe the longevity of the VW camper van layout: a run of kitchen furniture down one side with a rock-n-roll double seat/bed towards the rear. Swivelling cab seats add to the seating compliment. The layout was designed to make the most efficient use of space when the Volkswagen had a rear-mounted engine. It remains popular because it offers so much uncluttered floor space, important in a conversion of modest dimensions.

In 2009, the 2.0-litre Euro 5 engine was ﬁrst ﬁtted with either a six-speed manual ’box or the legendary super-smooth, seven-speed, dual-clutch DSG robotised automatic. Its 4Motion was an extra-cost all-wheel drive system.

Although the original VW California models offered a choice of roof type, this generation was stuck with a no-option, rear-hinged elevating one with fabric sides. Fair do’s, because it also offers oodles of standing room on site. At under 2m high when retracted, the VW T5 California will squeeze into many multi-storey car parks and will suffer less wind resistance on the road.

T5 VW Californias can be ordered in many shades and have an options list as long as a python. Be aware that there is a cheaper version called the VW California Beach which is really a minibus with seven seats, two beds and an elevating-roof. It isn’t really a camper van, but can be ﬁtted with extra cost kitchen and storage modules.

Nearly all included VW’s BlueMotion Technology (BMT). This consists of four main features: cruise control (later, adaptive), low-rolling-resistance tyres, regenerative braking and a start/stop engine.

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Volkswagen California on SWB VW Transporter T5 ● Base vehicle built and converted in Germany between 2005 and 2015. ● Elevating-roof camper on the Caravelle/Multivan ﬁve-door people carrier. ● Overall length: 4.892m (16’ 6”).

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Michael Bolton is a multiple Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and social activist, who has sold more than 65 million records worldwide. In recognition of his artistic achievements, Michael won 2 Grammys for Best Pop Male Vocal Performance (nominated four times), 6 American Music Awards, and a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He’s written with some of the greatest and most diverse talent of our time, including Bob Dylan, Lady Gaga, Diane Warren and David Foster. His songs have been recorded by the likes of KISS, Kanye West, Jay Z, Barbra Streisand and Cher. He is preparing to release his 27th album, Songs of Cinema, a tribute to beloved songs from the world’s most iconic ﬁlms. Tickets go on general sale on Monday 11th December at 10.00am and are available from: www.atgtickets.com and kongevents.co.uk/news/ To win the tickets answer the following question: “How many Grammys has Michael Bolton won?” Send your answer to: reg@insideﬂintshiremagazine.co.uk with your full name, address and contact details.

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After coming runner-up on the seventh series of The X Factor, Rebecca Ferguson has not been short of success since her first appearance on the reality TV show in 2010. Having co-written her record-breaking debut album Heaven, and going on to release a further three follow-ups, Rebecca has proven herself to be a recording artist with a passion for her craft that is second to none. Continuing to flourish as a confident songwriter and stunning live performer, embarking on countless tours across the UK, Europe and US, this working-class Liverpool girl

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Conwy Castle and town walls . Conwy Castle and the town walls were built, on the instruction of Edward I of England, between 1283 and 1289, as part of his conquest of the principality of Wales. The church standing in Conwy has been marked as the oldest building in Conwy and has stood in the walls of Conwy since the 14th century. However, the oldest structure is part of the town walls, at the southern end of the east side. Here one wall and the tower of Llewellyn the Great’s Llys [court house] have been incorporated into the wall. Built on a rocky outcrop, with an apsidal tower, it is a classic, native, Welsh build and stands out from the rest of the town walls, due to the presence of four window openings. It dates from the early 13th century and is the most complete remnant of any of his Llys. People born within the town walls of Conwy in north Wales are nicknamed “Jackdaws”, after the jackdaws which live on the walls there. Abbey Conwy was the original site of Aberconwy Abbey, founded by Llywelyn the Great. Edward and his troops took over the abbey site and moved the monks down the Conwy valley to a new site at Maenan, establishing Maenan Abbey. The parish church still retains some parts of the original abbey church in the east and west walls. English settlers were given incentives to move to the walled garrison town, which for decades the Welsh were forbidden from entering. Suspension bridge. Conwy has other tourist attractions that help draw visitors to the town. Conwy Suspension Bridge, designed by Thomas Telford to replace the ferry, was completed in 1826 and spans the River Conwy next to the castle. Telford designed the bridge’s supporting towers to match the castle’s turrets. The bridge is now open to pedestrians only and, together with the toll-keeper’s house, is in the care of the National Trust. Aberconwy House. The National Trust also owns Aberconwy House, which is Conwy’s only surviving 14th-century merchant’s house, one of the first buildings built inside the walls of Conwy. Plas Mawr Another fine house open to the public is Plas Mawr, an Elizabethan house built in 1576 by the Wynn family, which has been extensively refurbished to its original 16th-century appearance and is now in the care of Cadw. Smallest house in Great Britain The house named in the Guinness Book of Records as The Smallest House in Great Britain, with dimensions of 3.05 metres x 1.8 metres, can be found on the quay. It was in continuous occupation from the 16th century (and was even inhabited by a family at one point) until 1900 when the owner (a 6-foot (1.8 m) fisherman – Robert Jones) was forced to move out on the grounds of hygiene. The rooms were too small for him to stand up in fully. The house is still owned by his descendants today, and you can go on a tour around it for a small charge.

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3 Insulate the doors

Whether your door is old or new, it could still benefit from fitting draught-proofing strips between the door and the frame. This can work for both internal and external doors. For gaps between the bottom of the door and the floor, you can buy a special ‘brush’ or hinged-flap draught excluder.

4 Draught-proof loft hatches

Try installing draught strips around the frame to your loft hatch. The door itself can also be insulated, usually with a polystyrene slab on the upper side.

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Draught-prooﬁng strips work well around opening casements. Draughts also occur in cracks between the window frames and the surrounding walls – it’s worth considering using sealant or putty in these.

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as energy eﬃcient as possible, there are plenty of things you can do to prevent unwanted draughts. We’ve put together some tips on how to keep your house warm in winter, and have also asked a few experts for their pointers on staying snug.

1 Seal the skirting boards

It may seem like a small change, but using sealant to ﬁll the gaps between the top and bottom of your skirting boards can really make a diﬀerence.

2 Fill the ﬂoorboards

Stripped ﬂoorboards look fantastic, but the small gaps between the boards can really let cold air in. Try using a silicone-based ﬁller to prevent draughts sweeping in through the gaps.

Thermal-lined curtains can help you keep the cold out more eﬀectively, especially if you have single-glazed windows. At the very least, make sure your curtains are lined.

Draught-exclude the letterbox

If you don’t already have a second flap or ‘brushes’ in your letterbox, you could fit either of these, which will help keep the warmth in. You can fit a purpose-made cover that drops a metal disc over the keyhole to prevent any wind whistling through. Simple but effective.

7 Install a chimney balloon

This will prevent any unnecessary draughts. If you don’t use the chimney at all, you could consider having it capped by a professional.

8 Repoint any brickwork

Any gaps in bricks on external walls can lead to unwanted and unnecessary wind coming into the home. You can top up mortar between the bricks to stop this happening (though it might be worth considering a professional to do this).

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The carpet and underlay for flooring that you choose can also make a big difference to your home’s insulation. According to the experts at Carpetright, getting the right underlay for flooring can save you as much as 15 per cent off your energy bills.

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JANUARY

January might be the middle of winter and usually the coldest month but as the days lengthen the garden starts to grow. Now is a great time to plan for the coming gardening year and to order seeds and plants. Enjoy the fresh air, on dry sunny days, and check your winter protection, stakes, ties and supports are still working after any severe weather. Also put out food for birds and leave some garden areas uncut, a little longer, to provide shelter for wildlife in your garden. Lawns Watch your lawn for signs of water logging, as the weather gets wetter. If you missed the opportunity to carry out autumn lawn maintenance, then you can still remedy the situation a bit, by spiking the lawn with a garden fork or mechanical aerator. Then fill the holes with a mixture of sharp sand and loam, brushed in using a stiff broom. If your lawn suffers dieback from treading during the wet, muddy season, then consider laying stepping-stones through it to allow easy access across it without causing damage. Trees and shrubs In warmer zones, protect tender trees and shrubs from surprise frosts by covering them with burlap draped over a simple wooden frame or plant stakes. Inspect stakes and wires on newly planted trees, to make sure they are still straight and not damaging the bark. Stake leggy plants to protect from wind or ice breakage. Leave snow in place as an insulator – remove (gently!) only if the weight of the snow threatens to break the plant. Do not attempt to remove ice. Hold off on pruning spring-flowering shrubs until after they bloom. Inspect your winterized roses – make sure they are firmly tied and covered.

Flowers & Plants Sweet peas can be sown this month. Sweet peas sown earlier in the autumn can now be potted on taking care not to disturb the roots too much. Place them on a sunny windowsill, or on a high shelf in the greenhouse that gets plenty of light. This is the last chance to sow seeds that need frost in order to germinate (such as native tree and shrub seeds, and alpine plants). Rake up any winter debris and leaves off your borders to keep them tidy. Clear up any weedy beds ready for mulching in the spring. Keep tubs and containers tidy, cutting back and removing debris regularly. They can be mulched with compost or grit. Grit is aesthetically pleasing, and will reduce the surface puddling that can occur when light composts are beaten into a solid ‘cap’ by raindrops. Raise patio containers onto feet or bricks, if you have not done so already, to avoid them sitting in the wet.

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Savings accounts/ISAs

Take a look at all your savings accounts, ISAs and current accounts. Are they giving you the best return on your money? If not, switch to a better account. If you don’t need instant access to all your savings, consider investing. There is, of course, the risk that your investments will go down as well as up. But in the current market, there’s also a risk of your cash savings being eroded by inﬂation.

Lifetime ISA

The Lifetime ISA is a new taxfree savings or investments account designed to help under-40s buy their ﬁrst home or save for retirement, where you can earn up to £32,000 in free cash from the government.

The Lifetime ISA was available from 6 April 2017.

Debt consolidation

If you’re paying interest on your debt, get it moved to a 0% balance-transfer credit card. Some of these charge 0% interest for up to three years, which means you could be saving hundreds of pounds in interest and start paying oﬀ your debts. However, it’s important that you clear the debt before the end of the 0% period to avoid being charged at the standard APR – typically around 18.9%.

Stay in/join your company pension scheme

A pension might be the last thing on your mind if you’re in your 20s. In most cases, the government and your employer contribute to your pension. This is the main reason for people joining company pension schemes – it’s like receiving additional pay from your employer. Contributions aren’t liable for income tax, which is another plus. You can usually take some of your workplace pension as a lump sum when you retire. And you can withdraw 25% of that tax-free.

‘There’s never been a better time to take control of your money.’

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