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Nicholas Holmes

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Founder, Clippings.me – I dig journalism, SaaS, marketing and technology

Location icon United Kingdom

Entrepreneurial media technologist and former journalist, dedicated to developing the news industry for the better. Experienced founder and sales professional, board member and occasional advisor. Formerly Google, Accenture.

Also a copywriter and freelance contributor to publications including the Independent, The Next Web, OnStartups, the National (Abu Dhabi), the South China Morning Post (Hong Kong) and MSN Travel.

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The National
07/27/2012
Berlin's summer cultural calendar one of the best in Europe

Still metamorphosing more than 20 years since the fall of the wall, Berlin's unique blend has made it a beacon for European arts.

The National
04/21/2012
W Paris Opera is comfortable, efficient and enjoyably cool

Walking through the understated doorway into a dimly-lit interior, arriving at the W Paris Opera feels rather like arriving at an exclusive party.

The National
12/24/2011
Take off for a weekend of wonder in Lausanne

The Swiss city's cultural events and glittering nightlife make it perfect for a short break, says Nicholas Holmes.

AFP Relaxnews/HerWorld
11/30/2011
Europe's top Christmas markets

This time of year brings a host of traditional Christmas markets. Here, a look at some of the biggest, brightest and best to visit before the season is out.

The National
10/23/2011
Vilnius: Baltic Escape

Macabre museums and blackly comedic theme parks are as much a feature of a visit to this former Soviet state as its impressive historical landmarks, finds Nicholas Holmes.

The Independent
09/18/2011
Electric rental cars in the Alps

Alpmobil is keeping it green in the Swiss mountains, renting electric cars to tourists. Nicholas Holmes reports.

South China Morning Post
09/10/2011
Munich - Full of Surprises!

Think Munich and thoughts stagger to its annual beer festival. But as Nicholas Holmes discovers, the German city has many secrets.

MSN
08/16/2011
Ridiculously Bling Private Planes

You think first class have it cushy with their dainty cutlery and comfy chairs? Let us introduce you to a different league of air travel, where one plane houses a 'mini-concert hall' and the seatbelts of another are plated in gold...

The National
05/20/2011
Experience Zurich's transformation from industrial to cultural hub

My Kind of Place: Be shocked, inspired or entertained in Switzerland's creative hub.

The Next Web
05/20/2012
Silicon Alps

Ah, Switzerland. The land of chocolate, cow-bells, skiing and prices that make you want to cry...

The Next Web
10/12/2011
Inside Lithuania's Startup Scene

Why you need to keep your eye on Lithuania’s fast growing startup scene

European Journalism Community
11/12/2011
The story behind Clippings.me, a free portfolio service for journalists

I launched Clippings.me last month after finding that there was no easy way to collate my clippings together online. It offers journalists a free, easy-to-use and beautiful way to showcase their work.

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