GEC PR BLOG – TOP TIPS FOR SELLING IN A NEWS STORY TO MEDIA

Selling in a press release or news story to a journalist over the phone or in-person can feel like a daunting prospect, however it can also be a very efficient method of securing coverage for the client or product. Journalists want to understand the story and personalities behind the brand and chatting this through during […]
Avoid ‘Passport Panic’ this Summer with APH.com’s Guide to Applying For and Renewing UK Passports

With many travellers having delayed their passport renewals during the pandemic, the Passport Office last week reported an unprecedented rise in demand and is advising travellers to allow up to 10 weeks to process a renewal application*. Airport Parking & Hotels (APH.com) is aiming to help savvy travellers avoid last minute ‘passport panics’ this Summer […]
WHY SUMMER CAN BE THE SEASON OF PR OPPORTUNITIES

Blog post by Fiona Anderson, GEC PR Company Director On reflection, I am pleased to say that my degree was not wasted on me, as there are still a few things I learned as a journalism undergraduate many years ago (okay, decades ago!) that have served me well in my PR career.
SIX SUPER REASONS TO HOLIDAY IN SRI LANKA THIS SPRING

24 March 2022 – At the start of March, Sri Lanka announced that fully vaccinated UK travellers could once again enjoy test-free travel to the Indian Ocean island. And while that is a great reason to shortlist a getaway to Sri Lanka, here are six other super reasons to head to Sri Lanka for a […]
OPTICS GUIDE 101 – SWAROVSKI OPTIK SHARES TIPS FOR A BIRDS-EYE BRITISH BIRDWATCHING EXPERIENCE THIS SPRING

21 March 2022 – With the official first day of Spring just a few weeks away, the weather is turning warmer and Britain’s springtime wildlife is starting to make an appearance. Whether it’s spotting nature while out walking, identifying local birds in your garden, or searching for those more elusive rare species, now is the […]
Not Another White Candle?! Lost in Scent is the Go to For Vibrant Mums this Mother’s Day

10 March 2022 – Make the right impression this Mother’s Day with a gift that truly reflects her vibrancy. Lost in Scent candles, incense, and mists, come in a range of bold colours and in scents that evoke nature and memories of intrepid travel, appealing to those who like to live their lives in living […]
HAVE A HAPPY ALL INCLUSIVE EASTER IN THE MALDIVES WITH AITKEN SPENCE

3 March 2022 – The desire for a long-awaited luxury sunshine break and outstanding value for money may appear incompatible, but while costs may be rising at home, a welcome selection of resorts in the Maldives are offering savvy British holidaymakers five star premium all-inclusive stays to fit the bill (!) this Easter. Leave your […]
“I’m Proud To Be A Single Mum Business Success Story”

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New Sustainable Children’s Clothing Brand ‘Coco & Kiki’ Makes Giving Back Easier

-Hand-made with Zero Waste and Profits Reinvested in Worldwide Charity Projects – February 2022 – Shopping for sustainable and ethically hand-made children’s clothes? Created during lockdown by friends Corrine Amos and Kishana Quallo, CoCo & KiKi is a new sustainable children’s clothing brand that officially launched this month with the aim of making giving back […]
ADULTS ONLY: HERITANCE AARAH OCEAN SUITES SET A NEW STANDARD FOR MALDIVES PREMIUM ALL INCLUSIVE GETAWAYS

After years of limited international travel, working from home and the cold harsh realities of winter, UK travellers are taking to their keyboards and researching the best places to jet away in 2022. The Maldives continues to feature favourably in travel searches for those looking for sunny luxury breaks, but with over a hundred resorts […]