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Let’s face it: no matter how much we coo and fuss over the brilliant designs that saunter down the runway at London fashion week, most of us wouldn’t be caught dead out and about in the exact same outfits the models wear. When styled for the catwalk designer pieces look more like artwork than anything you would trot down to the supermarket in and this might have put you off taking the plunge and becoming a designer clothing maven. However, if you know how to wear these designer looks even the wackiest piece of fashion can look stylish on the street.

Runway designs are an extreme interpretation of the designer’s ‘vision’, so they are, in a way, meant to look ridiculous. Most pieces you seen on the catwalk are never meant to be worn by every day people and are made in limited qualities. What you should end up wearing is a vastly toned down version of the runway piece – these ready to wear garments allow you to dress stylishly without having to radically change your style in order to enjoy designer clothes.

This is the general rule of thumb to follow – if you’re going to wear something flamboyant or haute couture you are best to pair it with something very toned down. For example, the latest designer blouse might look a little too high fashion for the street if you match it up with harem pants and Alexander McQueen armadillo shoes! If you love to wear designer dresses, pairing one with a cute boyfriend blazer and some complimentary jewellery can ensure your outfit looks stylish rather than silly.

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Las Vegas is a sprawling city in Nevada that’s earned the nickname of the “city of sin” from its huge collection of clubs and casinos. But it’s not all about the parties as the city is home to dozens of parks and golf courses, while the outer city limits have majestic desert vegetation and wildlife.

If you’re visiting Las Vegas, take advantage of its proximity to the idyllic Black Canyon, which is a collection of black volcanic rocks that frame the Colorado River and lead towards the Hoover Dam. This river meanders from California, through Arizona, Nevada, Utah and Colorado – over 1,447 miles – bordered by spectacular sun-baked canyons. It’s also a prime destination for water rafters, boaters and skiers.

For those who like kayaking and white water rafting, the James M. Robb Colorado River State Park borders the Colorado Rover in Mesa County, and is dotted with camp sites, boat ramps and swimming beaches. A popular trip for tourists is the Corn Lake and Connected Lakes downriver float, which covers about 10 miles and traverses class II rapids. For those who prefer dry land, the Fruita section of the park provides excellent red rock climbing and mountain hiking trails.

Buy cheap flights to Las Vegas and explore the wild side of the entertainment capital of the world.

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With more than 88 districts, you will discover a great variety of activities, attractions and tours in Los Angeles. This is a city full of character and an energy that will inspire your own creativity no matter where you choose to visit.

Take the hassle out of sightseeing with a tour of some of the major points of interest. There are many tours on offer so that it doesn’t matter if you want to use a ticket for several days or simply wish to spend a few hours exploring.

Ride buses to areas such as Beverly Hills and Bel Air and get your paparazzi camera ready to snap the homes of the stars. A knowledgeable expert will guide you past the glamorous residences of those such as Christina Aguilera, Leonardo Di Caprio, Tom Cruise and Jennifer Aniston and you can really see how the other half live.

High on a hill overlooking Los Angeles, the iconic Hollywood sign is another highlight on many tours. A symbol of the success and forward thinking nature of the city, allow yourself to dream big as you marvel at this wonder and look out at views across a wonderful city.

Whether you want to head to Rodeo Drive for some glamorous shopping, visit Grauman’s Chinese Theatre or spend some time star-spotting, it has never been easier to get a cheap flight to Los Angeles.

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Turkey is famous for its colourful bazaars, where shoppers are encouraged to haggle with vendors using etiquette that’s as old as the hills. But there’s more to shopping in Turkey than buying carpets as Istanbul has grown to host some of the world’s finest shops in addition to its world-famous market areas. Explore this shopping centre and venture further afield to resorts such as Bodrum, Marmaris and Kusadasi to experience the rural markets as well.

The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is famous as one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world, encapsulating street after street of shops and hosting hundreds of thousands of visitors daily. Turkish handicrafts are among the items on sale, which include textiles, embroidery, ceramics, pottery, wood and copper work, jewellery, musical instruments and much more. Ranging from household items to souvenirs, the items on sale in this market are a must-see for visitors to Istanbul.

The capital city of Turkey, Ankara, is famous for its angora wool, which is taken from rabbits and from goats. The Angora goat can produce between five and eight kilograms of mohair annually, and in recent years, different colour goats (black, grey, silver, red and brown) have been bred to rival the traditional white goat. The Turkish Angora cat is also native to the region surrounding Ankara.

Enjoy your holidays to Turkey and explore the range of bazaars and shops throughout the country.

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Canada is a very large country; the second largest in the world after Russia, if you count its water territory. Despite its size, however, it has one of the lowest population densities, which may account for its high standard of living, when you factor in its significant natural resources. In fact, it is in the list of top five world producers of gold, copper, zinc, nickel, aluminium and natural gas.

Half of the landscape is forest region (home to polar and grizzly bears), pitted with more lakes than any other country, and containing a good portion of the world’s fresh water supply. There are glaciers in the Canadian Rockies and Coast Mountains, and potentially active volcanoes in Mount Meager, Mount Garibaldi, Mount Cayley and Mount Edziza. Niagara Falls, one the largest and best-known waterfalls, is in Canada’s heartland of Ontario.

Thus one of the best reasons to visit Canada is take part in adventure and outdoor sports, over beautiful mountain trails, icy lakes and glaciers. Choose from a variety of activities including camping, skiing and snowboarding, golfing, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking and canoeing.

Canada’s appeal is not just in its natural beauty, but also in the cities, which are clean, friendly and multicultural. Whether you visit Canada to hike in secluded forests or attend the theatre, it’s worth the trip. Get cheap flights to Toronto, Vancouver or Montreal today.

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