• Festivals of Spain

    EU Cultures, Noticed That Place? | 2nd May, 2011 | Comment?

    Bullfight in Spain

    The best of Spanish festivals are concentrated between Easter and the September-October timeframe and most of them are held with great zeal and enthusiasm.
    One of the most outstanding festivals is La Tambora in San Sebastian, which is celebrated on January 19th and during which the city is decked out and the people party with all their might.

  • Montreux Switzerland

    EU Cultures, Noticed That Place? | 30th March, 2011 | Comment?

    Switzerland

    For many people Switzerland can mean fine chocolates, beautiful scenery and great ski resorts. While these are true of this country you will find there is more to see and experience. In the district of Riviera-Pays-d’Enhaut which is located in the Vaud canton you will find the municipality of Montreux. This beautiful municipality can be found at the foot of the Alps Mountains by Lake Geneva.

  • Bordeaux: An architectural wonderland

    EU City Travel, EU Cultures | 30th March, 2011 | Comment?

    Wineyard in Bordeaux

    The name ‘Bordeaux’ weaves a spell of magic and mystery. To gourmets it signifies rich, high-quality wine. And yet, did you know that Bordeaux is a world heritage city today because of its bountiful architectural tradition? For over two centuries there have been no stylistic alterations to the architectural chic with 350 buildings listed as Historic Monuments and three as World Heritage buildings. This port city of France is also the wine capital of the world and hosts the most..

  • Festivals In France

    EU Cultures | 10th March, 2011 | Comment?

    Festival in France

    Picture a French Villa Holiday; you’re probably thinking of lazy days spent by the Riviera, swimming in the pool, dining on local specialities and sampling exquisite local wine. And you’d be right. But you’d be missing one thing – the opportunity they offer to see some of the best attractions of the French Summer.

    Like Britain, France is a country with a vibrant festival season. Unlike Britain, the French go less for drunken debauchery in a field and more for a variety of refined cultural and national celebrations. From the Cannes Film Festival to the Tour De France, a French holiday during..

  • Holidays in Haute-Savoie, France

    EU City Travel, EU Cultures, Noticed That Place? | 11th February, 2011 | Comment?

    Annecy, France

    Dominated by lakes and mountains, the department of Haute-Savoie is home to some of France’s most famous Alpine skiing resorts, such as Chamonix and Morzine. However, even if you are visiting the Rhone-Alpes region in the summer months, or if you prefer sightseeing to sliding on snow, there is still a lot for tourists to enjoy. The spa towns on the shore of Lake Geneva provide the opportunity for some rest and relaxation, while the pretty town of Annecy is a great base for exploring the Alps; including the jewel in the mountain range, Mont Blanc.

  • The Algarve – Garden Of Portugal

    Across The Mediterranean, EU Cultures, Noticed That Place? | 24th January, 2011 | Comment?

    Albufeira

    Booking for summer 2001? How about discovering the fun offered by The Algarve beaches in Portugal this time? Select from an assorted list of holidays available at pocket soothing rates to make your stay more memorable.

    There are times when all we think about is to have some fun, enjoy to the fullest and getaway to a beautiful place. Yes, it the summer holidays So where are you heading to this time? The Algarve, located in the southern part of Portugal, might just be the perfect place for you to enjoy the beaches, pleasant weather and historic..

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