A newly launched UK website, GET.cruises, is making it easier for travellers to compare cruise prices across multiple travel agents without bias or confusion. With the cruise market expanding rapidly, tools like GET.cruises are arriving at a critical time. According to the Cruise Lines International Association, global cruise passenger figures are projected to reach 37 million by 2025, rising from 31.7 million in 2023. As the sector grows, so too does the need for clarity in pricing. The platform compiles real-time prices and availability from a variety of UK travel agents, giving users a single point of access to compare…
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Leadership, transformation, and growth are at the heart of Michael Polk’s remarkable 40-year career. As the former CEO of Newell Brands, Michael Polk built a reputation for effective corporate turnarounds. While that occasionally required making tough decisions, Polk believes leaders must also invest in the human side of business. In fact, his deep commitment to mentorship is an important facet of Polk’s desire to give back. The son of World War II refugees, Michael Polk knows what it means to work hard and give back to others. He shares how modern leadership affects mentorship opportunities, and how he believes executives…
As First Vice President at RBC Wealth Management, Jake Gaskell combines nearly two decades of strategic financial planning with a lifelong passion for the outdoors. A former flight instructor who trained international pilots on high-performance aircraft, Jake applies the same precision and preparation in his approach to backcountry travel. Having explored Alaska extensively, he understands the importance of planning, navigation, and situational awareness in the wild. His experience both in the cockpit and on the trail lends unique credibility to this guide for staying safe while backpacking in one of America’s last untamed frontiers. Alaska’s backcountry offers unparalleled adventure, but…
Online Taxman, a leading provider of digital tax services for US expatriates, has been awarded Highly Commended status in the Best Banking, Tax or Financial Services Provider of the Year category at the 2025 FEM EMMA Awards. The awards, hosted on Thursday 15 May at the Warwick Melrose Hotel in Dallas, Texas, recognise organisations driving progress and excellence across the global mobility industry. The ceremony brought together top performers committed to improving the lives of expats worldwide. The FEM EMMA Awards celebrate firms demonstrating exceptional innovation, thought-leadership, and client impact in mobility and financial services. Founded by CPA Vincenzo Villamena…
JB Furniture has unveiled its latest exclusive offering — the Conrad Garden Furniture Collection — a statement in modern garden design that fuses premium materials with expert craftsmanship. Available only through JB Furniture’s retail showrooms and website, this new range underscores the brand’s leadership in stylish and functional outdoor living. Designed for customers who value form as much as function, the Conrad Collection reflects JB Furniture’s enduring values: smart design, long-lasting quality, and meaningful innovation shaped by real-world feedback. Every piece is purpose-built to elevate the outdoor lifestyle while standing up to year-round use. The Conrad Range: Durable Luxury for…
As UK small businesses adapt to changing economic conditions and environmental expectations, Elliot Hyams is providing the kind of measured, values-led leadership that many founders now seek. As director of SPS Pouches Ltd and co-founder of Bournemouth’s NextGen Leaders Network, he is helping a new generation of entrepreneurs grow with confidence, structure, and sustainability at the core. Backed by the Bournemouth Chamber of Trade & Commerce, the NextGen Leaders Network is fast becoming a trusted space for first-time directors, solo founders, and young business leaders. Its recent May event, hosted at Neo, attracted a wide range of professionals looking for…
The Electric Car Scheme has reported an impressive rise in demand for Chinese electric vehicles, with the BYD Seal witnessing a 200% jump in customer enquiries year-on-year. This comes as BYD overtakes Tesla in European sales for the first time—marking a shift in the EV landscape. Chinese EVs are fast becoming a go-to option for UK drivers, offering an appealing mix of affordability and evolving technology. The Electric Car Scheme expects orders for BYD vehicles to increase by 300% in 2025 as drivers look for cost-effective, high-quality alternatives. Among the most sought-after models are the BYD Seal, Atto (starting at…
In a groundbreaking feat for the real estate sector, AYS Developers has achieved a Guinness World Record for hosting the world’s largest property training session at the Grand Hyatt Conference & Exhibition Centre in Dubai, drawing more than 2,500 participants. The historic session was organised in association with Dr. Nour ElSerougy—dubbed the “Eagle of Real Estate”—alongside the Innovation Experts Real Estate Institute and Al Safi Bank. This milestone reinforces AYS Developers’ commitment to setting industry benchmarks. Each of the 2,500+ attendees was logged via a personalised QR code, with Guinness World Records adjudicators present to validate the record. The training…
As part of the UAE’s ‘Year of the Community’ in 2025, AYS Developers is preparing to stage a landmark real estate training event in partnership with Dr Nour ElSerougy and the Innovation Experts Real Estate Institute, aimed at setting a new Guinness World Record. Taking place on 31 May 2025 at the Grand Hyatt Convention Centre in Dubai, the event will be free to attend and focuses on enhancing skills in off-plan property sales—an essential area in the UAE’s ever-evolving market. It is backed by Al Safi Bank, the AIFC’s premier Islamic bank offering Sharia-compliant global financial services. Well-known entrepreneur…
Spring 2025 is going down in the books as one of the driest and brightest for the UK*, with April officially becoming the sunniest ever recorded*. May is showing no signs of slowing down, setting up the ideal conditions for a road trip-filled Bank Holiday. Car sharing marketplace Turo has identified the most spectacular routes for drivers looking to escape over the long weekend. With close to 20 million car journeys forecasted**, the list includes routes through the dramatic Seven Sisters cliffs and the peaceful beauty of The Peaks, offering both picturesque landscapes and relief from congested roads. For those…