August 2011 Archives - Traveleurope Blog

San Vito Lo Capo: Arab appearance and Mediterranean soul

Tuesday 30 August 2011

san vito lo capo

A picturesque beach resort with an Arab appearance and a Mediterranean soul, low white houses decorated with bougainvillea plants and fragrant jasmine, courtyards that open between the urban streets recalling the traditional kasbah of North Africa, an iridescent sea, fresh fish dishes and couscous: Welcome to San Vito Lo Capo, the “pearl” of the Costa Gaia, in the province of Trapani, Sicily

Holidays in Budapest: welcome to the Paris of the East

Monday 29 August 2011

budapest

Geography, history and art have helped create a place that fascinates and astonishes at the same time. UNESCO World Heritage for the cultural and architectural significance of the Danube, the Buda Castle and Andrássy Avenue, Budapest is a city of culture, class, and love, Budapest is undoubtedly a worthy Paris of the East.

Salon du Cycle du Paris – 16-19 September, 2011

Thursday 25 August 2011

salon du cycle

The Paris Cycle Show is open to professionals and general public, who will enjoy 4 days of exhibitions spread over 22 500m² of ground, bringing together bike manufacturers, manufacturers of components and accessories, distributors, services, media and all those who share the love for bikes…

Saturnia magic: Between Myth and Reality

Tuesday 23 August 2011

saturnia

According to legend, Saturnia originated by the thunder hurled to earth by the god Saturn, and nowadays it is a hamlet of Manciano, placed on the green hills along the river Albegna, right in the center of Tuscany a short distance from the sea – Argentario coast – and the mountains, both reachable in about 40 minutes by car

Obstinate Formentera still knows how to charm!

Friday 19 August 2011

formentera

Formentera is half an hour by boat from the port of Ibiza. The two islands are very close, although very different in their landscapes and lifestyles. Formentera has no airports and no mega hotels and clubs as Ibiza. It’s rather an easy destination for a holiday with friends, in a wilderness marked by stretches of figs, vines, bougainvillea, and flocks of sheep. A place to be explored on foot, by bicycle or scooter, in an atmosphere of absolute calm; the pace is slow and everything goes on in a sort of relaxed joy. This is Formentera.

Welcome to the capital of Fashion: do’s & don’ts in Milan

Wednesday 17 August 2011

galleria-vittorio-emanuele-II

Milan: the Italian city leader in the industrial sector, famous for its fashion and design showrooms. Milan is a city of history, art and culture, in addition to prestigious monuments and museums.

The artistic soul of España – visit the top museums in Spain

Thursday 11 August 2011

gugenheim-bilbao

When it comes to art, Spain is without doubt a must. Its museums keep some of the best collections in the world and will allow you to admire the works of the great geniuses and masterpieces of painting. From the Guggenheim Museum to the Prado, here are the not-to-be-missed museums if you visit Spain.

The Venice International Film Festival – August 31 to September 10, 2011

Tuesday 9 August 2011

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This historic Festival is to promote knowledge and diffusion of international cinema in all its forms of art, entertainment and industry, in a spirit of freedom and tolerance. The exhibition includes retrospectives and homages to major figures, as a tribute to the better understanding of the history of cinema.

Enjoy the dreamy and artistic cuisine of Bilbao

Friday 5 August 2011

bilbao

Bilbao is a beautiful city of the Basque region, one of the wealthiest and most industrialized areas in Spain, and is famous for the kindness of its people – proud of their ancient traditions, for the beauty of its old town and its world-renowned and acclaimed gastronomy.

Enjoy the Green Treasures of the major cities in Spain

Wednesday 3 August 2011

valencia

In addition to historic buildings, prestigious museums and quaint roads, in Spain you will find many wonderful places where to stroll, relax or simply wander outdoors. We are talking about the historic gardens, large green spaces where you can enjoy the contact with nature right in the middle of a city.