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Heidelberg Castle is Top of the Pops

April 22, 2012 by
Schloss Heidelberg

Of the Top 100 Attractions in Germany, Heidelberg Castle Was Voted Number 1: Over a month ago we asked those of you who have been to Heidelberg to vote Heidelberg Castle as your favourite attraction in Germany. This was part of a survey by the German National Tourism Board (GNTB) to establish a Top 100 Must-See List. The results have just been released and Heidelberg fans will be pleased to know that visitors from around the world have voted Heidelberg Castle as their favourite German … [Read more...]

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Festa della Liberazione – Liberation Day in Italy – April 25th

April 20, 2012 by
Liberation Day in Italy

April 25th: Festa Della Liberazione - Liberation Day in Italy: Festa della Liberazione or Liberation Day is celebrated in Italy on April 25th. On this day, the whole country remembers its liberation by Allied troops during World War II. April 25th is also a day to remember the victims of the war and especially the men and women of the Italian Resistance who fought the Nazis and Mussolini's troops to defend the country's freedom. Italian Public Holiday It is a national holiday in Italy and … [Read more...]

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Venice celebrates Festa di San Marco – April 25th

April 20, 2012 by
Basilica San Marco

April 25th is Festa della Liberazione, but Venice also Celebrates Festa di San Marco: April 25th is an especially significant day for the people of Venice. While the whole of Italy celebrates Liberation Day (Festa della Liberatione), Venice has another special celebration on this day.  April 25th is Festa di San Marco, the Feast Day of St Mark. Festa di San Marco St Mark is the patron saint of Venice. And as with all special events in Venice, Festa di San Marco is celebrated with a … [Read more...]

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Pontefract’s Liquorice Festival Suits All Sorts

April 18, 2012 by
Pontefract's Liquorice Fair

Pontefract Cakes, Liquorice Food and Drink, Clowns, Magicians and Crafts Every year the English town of Pontefract in West Yorkshire celebrates its long-standing relationship with liquorice by holding an annual festival dedicated to this versatile plant. The Pontefract Liquorice Festival is usually held in the second Sunday of July (2013: Sunday July 14th) and has been going for 17 years. Look out for lots of street entertainers - magicians, circus performers - not to mention plenty of … [Read more...]

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Feria de Abril 2012 – Seville’s Famous Spring Fair

March 15, 2012 by
Seville Festival

Feria de Abril 2012 - A Seville Festival that's Highlight of its Social Calendar: Two weeks after Easter, life in Seville swings across the river to the fairground for the Feria de Abril, Seville's annual Spring Festival. After the week-long sombre observation of Semana Santa (Holy Week), Feria de Abril comes as a relief for the the people of Seville to let their hair down for a week of fun and festivities. Feria de Abril The Feria Seville started as a livestock trading fair in 1847 when … [Read more...]

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Vote 1 for Heidelberg Castle

March 5, 2012 by
Schloss Heidelberg

Vote for Heidelberg Castle in the German National Tourism Survey: Heidelberg is one of the most beautiful towns in Germany and in recent times, it has also been voted as one of the top two destinations in the world. If you've been to Heidelberg and love this city with its impressive castle, take a brief moment to vote for Heidelberg Castle in the German National Tourism Board (GNTB) survey. What Your Vote Means for Heidelberg The hardworking folks at Heidelberg Marketing want to … [Read more...]

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Musica Bayreuth Festival 2012

March 3, 2012 by
Bayreuth Markplatz by Michael Sander/Wiki

Bayreuth Festival - 51st Anniversary Celebrations of Musica Bayreuth Festival: When it comes to music festivals, the Bayreuth Wagner Festival is not the only festival that Bayreuth is famous for. The Musica Bayreuth Festival is amongst the more important cultural events in Bayreuth and Northern Bavaria. This year Bayreuth celebrates its 51st Anniversary of Musica Bayreuth Festival with a series of classical concerts and other musical events in the Neues Schloss (New Castle), Stadthalle … [Read more...]

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Great British Beer Festival 2012 – London

February 4, 2012 by
British Beer Festival - Courtesy VisitBritain

1,000 Real Ales to Try at the CAMRA Great British Beer Festival at London Olympia: If the promise of 1,000 real ales sounds like a good enough reason to visit London, then plan your travel to London for early August!  The annual Great British Beer Festival (GBBF), Britain’s biggest beer festival, will take place at Olympia London on August 7 - 11, 2012. At the British Beer Festival, visitors can look forward to more than 1,000 real ales, ciders and perries from the UK as well as … [Read more...]

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Diamonds – A Diamond Jubilee Celebration

February 4, 2012 by
Queen's Diamond Jubilee

The Queen’s Diamonds on Display in the State Rooms of Buckingham Palace: As one of the many exhibitions organized for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations, visitors to Buckingham Palace will be able to see a number of personal jewels inherited by the Queen or acquired during her reign.  This is a rare display, never before exhibited. Diamonds - A Jubilee Celebration Diamonds are known to be the hardest natural material and for this reason they are associated with longevity. For … [Read more...]

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Queen Elizabeth II – Diamond Jubilee Celebrations

February 3, 2012 by
Queen's Diamond Jubilee

Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Celebrations 2012: On 6 February 2012, Queen Elizabeth II will have been on the throne for 60 years. The Queen's Diamond Jubilee is a historical occasion as Queen Elizabeth II is only the second British monarch to achieve 60 years on the throne.  Currently only Queen Victoria beats this record, having served 63 years and 216 days on the throne. Diamond Jubilee Celebrations Britain's culture, heritage and royal ceremonies are what most visitors find … [Read more...]

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