Annette’s Websites of the Week 28th November- 2nd December 2011

December 2, 2011 at 2:36 pm | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment
Tags: AGE UK, Annette's Websites of the Week, christmas, Christmas Markets, Cows n Things, Money, Price Comparison Sites

This week I’m going for a rather Christmassy theme in my website selections as we’re finally into December and the countdown has officially begun.

www.cowsnthings.org.uk – I think it’s fair to say that we all get a little carried away by Christmas. Buying lots of presents and indulging into delicious food and drink. However, when you sit back and think about how much we spend celebrating it can be a little over the top especially when others aren’t so fortunate.

Baring this in mind I was really happy to see that Age UK has created a charity gift scheme which can enable disadvantaged people around the world to celebrate Christmas time. Importantly with gifts that can really change their lives and make you feel incredible for purchasing them.

 

Cows ‘n’ Things, hosted by Age UK supplies practical and much needed resources for people in developing countries. The gift shop sells all sorts of exciting gift which you may have never imagined purchasing.

Why not buy a family a cow, a goat or farming tools which are considered to be real treat overseas. A school uniform available on Cows ‘n’ Things will enable an orphan to go to school. Or a Cataract operation priced only £14, which can change a person’s life forever.

The site is a wonderful idea offering somebody else a wonderful gift, which they would not be able to purchase themselves- the perfect way to spread joy for Christmas.

 

www.christmasmarkets.com – Christmas markets are a brilliant way to get into the Christmas spirit and in recent year Christmas markets and fairs have become more popular than ever. There is a spectacular 197 markets here in the UK alone.

Christmas Markets.com is a specialist website which explores both markets and locations in great detail. Featuring markets here in the UK and across Europe it’s a great site to visit if you’re planning on visiting a Christmas market this year and looking for a little inspiration.

The site offers the opportunity to review your experience. So if you’d like to make a recommendation, give some a top tip or pass on any feedback this is your perfect opportunity. Furthermore Christmas Markets.com is packed with information from opening hours, directions, market features and hotels- this could come in really hand if you’re planning on making your visit into a weekend break!

 

www.Kelkoo.co.uk – I try and avoid Christmas shopping on the high street where possible. This is mainly because it’s so busy and often in store prices are more expensive than buying products off the internet.

By using price comparison websites you can really sniff out a bargain. I’ve explored a couple of these sites. However, I’m really fond of KelKoo.co.uk an easy to use price comparison site which simply allows user to type in a product and finds the cheapest available.

The beauty of price comparison sites is that shoppers can still purchase items from their favourite brands, however at the most reasonable price. Meaning that you don’t lose quality but save, in some cases, an enormous amount of money.

There are plenty of price comparison sites online including www.pricegrabbers.co.uk and Google provide their own shopping searches which offers price results. Have a look around and most importantly make the most out of price saving sites.