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Must See Festivals Around Europe

5 Must See Festivals Around Europe

Festivals are a great way to experience this amazing continent which is rich in history and diverse in culture that has some the best festivals around the world.  
1. Notting Hill Festival
The Notting Hill Festival which happens on each August bank holiday, it is one of the most spectacular carnivals in the world often been classed second only to the Rio Festival but is Europe’s top carnival with its variety of upbeat music, street parties and twenty miles of vibrant colourful costumes it brings the streets of West London.
2. Seville Festival
The Seville Festival is in fact 2 major carnivals that bring the city alive during the month April with the Seville Fair covering around 1.2 million square metres with a week long party of dancing, drinking and entertainment that often go into the early hours of the morning and in some cases there  is plenty of party goers that will often go through the night.
3. Venice Mask Festival
Venice Carnival is one of the most exuberant and exciting Carnivals in Venice and around the world, with its famous masks and lavish parades, the carnival heightens after each and passing day over nearly 2 weeks of partying in the month of March.   
4. Edinburgh Festival
The Edinburgh Festival is on during the summer month of August and is one of the most spectacular music and arts festivals with its top-notch performance ranging from rock to cabaret with its mixture of modern and alternative music as well as dance and drama.
5. Tomato Fight Festival
Tomato Fight Festival is one of the few festivals with really no meaning known as the La Tomatina is held in the region of Valencia, Spain in a small town called Bunol which as a small population of 9000 and is held on the last Wednesday of August each year where an estimated 30,000 people descend into this small town to participate in this tomato throwing frenzy.

Atlanta City Events – Where to Go, What to See

Atlanta City Events – Where to Go, What to See

Atlanta is one city in Georgia that offers just about something for everyone throughout the year. Atlanta usually boasts of warm weather throughout the year, so you do not have to worry about a lack of outdoor activities when you visit this southern city. Some of the annual events that you might enjoy when you visit the city of Atlanta include the following.

 Christmas Walk

 Visit Atlanta during the first weekend of December so that you can participate in the Christmas Walk in the historic center of the city. Many of the homes on the historic marker are open to the public for the Christmas Walk and you can actually go into the homes and see the interiors of some of the finest mansions in Atlanta. This is one thing that you will not want to miss if you are in town during this time of the year.

Pecan Fair

The Pecan Fair is held to signify the coming of spring and is usually held the last weekend in March each year. This annual event is held in the city center and features pecan pies as well as roasted and candied pecans. This event has been held at Centennial Olympic Park for the past few years and is something for everyone who enjoys not only pecans but also wishes to participate in welcoming spring.

Magnolia Days

Magnolia Days brings back a bit of the Old South and this event takes place the first week of May each year. Magnolia Days is more of a city wide event and encompasses Callaway Gardens as well as the Atlanta History Center. There is much to see and do during this time of the year and a Magnolia Queen is usually a much vied for title in Atlanta. The Magnolia Queen rides in the parade that starts off the Magnolia Days celebration as well as reigns over the event. The title is passed on each year. Many people dress in clothing from a bygone age during the Magnolia Days celebration. If you are in Atlanta during the first week of May, you might enjoy Magnolia Days.

Peach Festival

Georgia is known for producing some of the tastiest peaches in the country. There are peach festivals taking place throughout the state but the Atlanta Peach Festival is always held the first weekend after Labor Day Weekend at Centennial Park. In addition to featuring peaches, the event also features peach pies, peach ice cream and a huge carnival and fair that is fun for both young and old alike.

Haunted Tours

Beginning in October of every year, the Haunted Atlanta tours really pick up with tours of Underground Atlanta. You can take a haunted tour of Atlanta throughout the year, but the Underground Haunted Tours are only available each weekend in October. This is one event that you will enjoy when you visit Atlanta during the month of October.

Fox Theater Days

The last weekend of November signifies Fox Theater Days. Fox Theater offers live theater to Atlanta residents and visitors and Fox Theater Days showcases some of the best talent with street performances as well as workshops for up and coming performers. Fox Theater Days have been a part of Atlanta history for the past 20 years. There are many attractions to visit when you come to Atlanta, Georgia. There are usually events that take place throughout the year in this sunny and inviting southern city so do come and visit!

Taxi: A Reliable Mode of Transportation in East LA

Taxi: A Reliable Mode of Transportation in East LA

Sometimes it can be hard getting around when you are on vacation or even if you live in a city but do not have a personal car to get around in.  The good thing however is that there are public modes of transportation to help you get to where you need to go when you find yourself in this type of situation.
If you are visiting or live in East LA and need a reliable type of transportation to get where you need to go, you should look into calling a taxi.  Public transportation has been simplifying the way people get around in this area for quite a while and taxi might possibly be the best available.  
If you are on vacation in East LA, you might be a little overwhelmed at how you are going to make it to all of the destinations on your agenda.  The good thing is that you do not have to stress out because taxis are a great option to use as your means of getting about the city.  The benefit of using a taxi to get around is that you do not have to sure the vehicle with a lot of other people as you would in the subway or if you took a bus.  This way you can go about your business without having to be conscious of those around you.
Taxis are also a great option for residents of East LA because they offer a fairly cheap way to get around the city compared to the price involved in parking a personal car, not to mention the maintenance costs involved in having a personal vehicle.  You will also not have to worry about navigating through traffic or getting lost because the taxi driver will take care of all of that for you.

Holidaying in Italy:milan and Rome

Holidaying in Italy:milan and Rome

Steeped in antiquity yet bursting with all that’s fashionably modern, Italy is the birthplace of La Dolce Vita – the sweet life that celebrates beauty and happiness.

Climate

Winters are long and cold in the northern alps; the summers can be rainy with frequent storms. The far south is warm but often lashed by the sirocco – the hot and humid African wind that brings weeks of stifling heat to the areas south of Rome. Pleasant temperatures make spring and autumn the best times to visit Italy.

Accommodation:from cheap stays to luxury resorts

Check on the internet for the range, location and cost of hotels in Italy

Milan:cutting edge design and fine shopping

Milan’s drab facade belies the fact that it’s the innovation capital of Europe.

transport: getting there and getting around

Malpensa airport, located about 31 miles northwest of Milan, handles most international flights. For domestic and some European flights, Linate airport is used. Stazione Central, which as the name suggests is in the city centre offers an extensive rail network.

Milan has an efficient public transport system is efficient. It includes four underground lines, buses and trams.

climate

Other than the odd heat wave, the climate in Milan is mostly temperate.

accommodation:from cheap stays to luxury resorts

Check on the internet for the range, location and cost of Milan hotels

events:what’s on and what’s hot

For all its consumer-driven culture, Milan celebrates the spiritual as well as the worldly.

*The first ten days of June celebrate the Festa del Naviglio, a potpourri of parades, music and various performances.

*The Milan Jazz Festival gets the city swinging in November.

*The Festa di Sant’Ambrogio, on 7 December is celebrated with services, offerings and fairs around the Fiera di Milano. This is also the day that Milan’s renowned opera house La Scala opens its season.

Rome:the eternal city

Drenched in history and weighted with monuments famous the world over – the Vatican and the Colosseum, Rome stands as the epitome of history and culture.

transport:getting there and getting away

Leonardo da Vinci (Fiumicino) airport is 16 miles southwest of the city with the Stazione Termini direct train running hourly into the city. The main bus station is located outside the Stazione Termini. The Rome Metro service has two lines, both of which go through Termini. It runs from 5:30 a.m to 11.30 p.m. and 0:30 on Saturdays.

climate

The climate is mild with sunny skies and pleasant temperatures. However July and August can be oppressively hot, November is often rainy, and December to February can be chill.

accommodation:from cheap stays to luxury resorts

Check on the internet for the range, location and cost of Rome hotels

Events: what’s on and what’s hot

*Holy Week (Easter) is time when Catholics from all over the world arrive on pilgrimages to visit the city’s churches and to hear the Pope at the Vatican. On Good Friday a procession of the Cross goes from the Colosseum to Capitoline Hill.

The Estate Romana (Roman Summer), is at the heart of Roman social life from June to September. It’s a time when the city reverberates to free concerts, street theatre and outdoor cinema.

In September museums, galleries and shops stay open all night from 20:00-08:00 on the occasion called Notte Bianca (white night). It’s also a time of free concerts and other happenings all over the city.