I suppose it is a mark of just how far we have come that I distinctly recall a serious discussion about the absurdity of the need for an Australian passport, when, after all, Fiji was until recently British, and, besides, had a governor-general, and all mod-cons. ❋ Unknown (2009)
It was a brilliant solution, and it was a pleasant surprise to open the old, heavy doors of the stone winery and step into a world of bright light and all the latest mod-cons. ❋ Daniel Depp (2010)
Three bright guest rooms offer clean-cut decor and all mod-cons (marble bathrooms, Wi-Fi, air-con, cable TV and hospitality trays). ❋ Lesley Gillilan (2010)
All properties have a minimum of four bedrooms; a concierge service is included; and all villas are decked out with the latest mod-cons, including flat-screen plasma TVs, integrated Ipod systems, broadband Internet and Nintendo ❋ Unknown (2010)
Spanning the shores of seven countries, the properties listed in ShermansTravel. com's roundup of recently-opened luxury beach hotels boast smart design, prime waterfront locales, and all the mod-cons you'd expect from a high-end resort. ❋ Unknown (2010)
The previous owners, an elderly couple that wanted to retire to a single-storey bungalow with all the mod-cons like central heating, still had experienced salmon to swim upstream for hatching purposes. ❋ Unknown (2009)
It looks after itself and, as it is being transferred fully furnished with all the gadgetry and mod-cons included, anyone wanting a little piece of television history or a million-pound slice of contemporary living has a chance of winning it for just £25. ❋ Thatsnews (2008)
Still, while I admire those who choose to live a simple life, I like the option of being able to return to my mod-cons ... ❋ Unknown (2005)
The panels are able to generate enough energy to run stoves, geysers, lights, TVs, fridges, computers - in short all the mod-cons of the modern house. ❋ Michael Caddell (2006)
We stayed in a lovely farm house (with mod-cons!), and we had real log fires. ❋ Sheepdip (2001)
Firstly, put aside the flash car, latest mod-cons and lavish trips overseas. ❋ Unknown (2012)
BBC comments page that she was, "just off out to get myself a rooster," and reminds us that despite technological advancements, mod-cons are only as reliable as the people who use them. ❋ Unknown (2011)
I'm reliably informed that the coach has all the mod-cons, including Wi-fi, Sky TV, leather reclining seats and ..... wait for it …. .microwaves. ❋ Unknown (2010)
I am knackered after 3 days, and I have a guide, a porter, and all the mod-cons to be able to call on ... he had nothing. ❋ Unknown (2010)
