All mums love a bit of pampering and spoiling, and let’s face it they’ve spent a lifetime fussing over and pampering you so this Mother’s Day it is time for you to do it for her!  Being treated to afternoon tea is always lovely, but show her you really care by creating and serving up all the goodies yourself.  As a further gift, buy her this lovely vintage looking Regency cake stand to display your goodies on that she can use herself afterwards.

Looking for a unique gift for a friend this Christmas?  Sometimes it is hard finding the perfect gift when you’re not sure of their taste, but most people love biscuits and cakes, so this beautifully decorated tin of biscuits would be a safe bet.  This gift contains 16 luxury hand-made biscuits individually iced with a festive theme, presented in a Christmas tin.

Not just for Christmas though, similar biscuit tins can be ordered for almost any occasion, with individual biscuit cards and gifts also available.

There is still time to order your Father’s Day gift on-line, but the clock is beginning to tick!  If you are stuck on what to buy, this cheddar and ale gift pack from Paxton & Whitfield may be something he would enjoy.  For those with discerning tastes, a bottle of special ale and divine cheese with crackers and piccalilli would make a fabulous treat to eat whilst relaxing in front of the tv.

I’ve just celebrated my own silver wedding anniversary this week, and one of the gifts we received was a bottle of champagne with a personalised message inscribed to mark the occasion.  I thought it was such a fabulous gift, so when I saw a similar thing here, I rushed to put it on this website so many other people could treat their friends, family or themselves with something similar.

Perfect for a wedding party or engagement as well, it is a gift that not only celebrates the occasion on the day, but becomes a lasting souvenir too.

A variety of wines are available for this personalisation – the one shown is just an example.  Personalisation of up to 60 characters (including spaces) is possible. 

With several trips organised during December 2009 (including 21st December) from various locations around the country, this makes a fabulous pre-Christmas treat.  Better still, book as a gift for your loved one and join them on a magical trip whilst enjoying a sumptuous five course festive lunch accompanied with a glass of champagne and half bottle of wine during the meal, all served to you by immaculate liveried staff.

Want your gift recipient to choose their own trip?  Instead, you could purchase Orient Express gift vouchers .

Gourmet Lunch Cruise and Trip on the London Eye for Two. Marvel at the stunning view from the top of the world’s largest observation wheel – the London Eye – and see the slow moving panorama of London’s top sights from the comfort of your architect designed glass capsule. Then enjoy a three course gourmet lunch and coffee as you slip down the Thames in a glass topped boat admiring the landmarks of London’s riverside.

Agenda:
Your 30 minute flight on the London Eye will take in 55 of London’s top attractions. After you disembark, make your way across the river to Embankment Pier for your 12.30pm cruise. The cruise lasts for 1hr 30 minutes and, depending on tides, will take in many famous river landmarks such as Tower Bridge and Shakespeare’s Globe. A three course lunch will be served at your table during the cruise and the whole experience is rounded off with coffee as you return to Embankment Pier. Drinks are not included in this package but a wine list is available on board.

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Dinner Cruise On The Thames For Two. In the majestic glass roofed cruiser ‘Symphony ‘ begin a sumptuous and relaxing cruise down the Thames , one of the best known rivers in the World. From Shakespeare ‘s Globe to the Thames Barrier, see hundreds of years of history come to life as you dine on the finest Mediterranean cuisine. Whether it ‘s a sultry summer evening when you can enjoy your drinks at the stern or a dark winter’s night when the sky comes alive with twinkling lights, this experience is perfect for any celebration.

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