Archive for: February 2009

To be sure, to be sure, to be sure, March 17th is St. Patrick’s Day and a week-long celebration takes place for this national holiday.  St. Patrick’s Day has come to be representative of everything Irish – from …

Everyone (beer drinker or not) has heard of Oktoberfest, but Munich has another huge beer festival that is not so well publicised.  At the Starkbierzeit ask for “ein Doppelbock bitte” and you’ll be served with a very potent …

For many people, Paris is undoubtedly one of the most romantic cities in the world and what an ideal setting to celebrate Valentine’s Day.  Whether you prefer a feeling of being on top of the world at the …

If you’re contemplating a European river cruise, there’s never been a better time than now to travel.  With the economic downturn, there are some fantastic sales and deals coming through, depending on where …

Venice swings into Carnevale mode from this weekend.  In predominantly Roman Catholic countries, such as Italy, Portugal and Brazil, carnevale marks the final celebration before the commencement of fasting and the austerity of Lent.

The …