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London celebrates Charles Dickens bicentenary: Happy Birthday Mr Boz!

Tuesday 7 February 2012

charles dickens

2012 is the bicentenary year of Charles Dickens, one of the best known and best loved writers in English literature. So, if this was going to be London’s year anyway, due to the 2012 Summer Olympics, it will be even more because of the whole of the world celebrating Dickens’ work. Actually, all the world is getting ready to pay homage to this great Victorian novelist, but celebrations in the UK definitely reach the climax.

February concerts in Europe: top artists on tour

Wednesday 1 February 2012

Kasabian

Europe is full of musical events throughout the year. And although for most of the hottest concerts … we must wait for spring and summer, even February makes safe some… cool shows! We’ve been seeking out for you some of the not-to-be-missed concerts through February 2012 in major European capitals. So if you are traveling during this time and you love music, check out our recommendations for this month’s hottest events. All the best from the greatest artists of the moment.

The Chinese New Year of the Dragon: London’s got one more NYE to celebrate

Friday 20 January 2012

chinese new year

Christmas is gone, and 2011 is gone, but there’s one year that still has to end: it’s the Chinese one, and London is preparing, once again, for celebrating! If you’re still not tired of thrilling parties and festivities, then don’t miss the chance to take part in the Chinese New Year London events, and welcome the Year of the Dragon in the traditional, vibrant Chinese style.

Ice hotels and ice bars in Europe: a chilly guide

Thursday 19 January 2012

ice bar

Yes, we are in full winter, and there are people who “shake” at the thought that the warm season is around the corner. We’re talking about those people who love Cold, and are literally attracted by snow and ice. For all those people, but not only, of course, we have prepared a fun guide on the “Ice Hotels and Ice Bars around Europe” excluding all the ski resorts and natural wonders, from glaciers to snowy mountains, which are jealously protected in the Old Continent.

London Toy Fair 2012: a showcase of the toys of the next future

Wednesday 18 January 2012

toy fair

The 59th annual Toy Fair 2012, the only trade exhibition in the UK dedicated to toys, games and hobbies, is back at Olympia’s Grand and West Halls in London on 24-26 January, 2012. With 250 exhibitors that range from the large international to the new start up companies, this event is a must attend for the UK toy trade.

London’s great Fireworks on NYE

Friday 30 December 2011

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Be in London to see the New Year in with style, and you’ll love it. New year revelers across the UK, but also visitors from all over the world, will welcome 2012 at a great open-air party in London, with a spectacular firework display at the London Eye, South Bank; of course, the event, free to attend, is scheduled for Saturday 31st December 2011, to begin shortly before midnight.

NYE in London? This is where the party’s at

Monday 19 December 2011

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For those who are planning to spend New Year’s eve 2012 outside, London is an excellent choice. It’s not a secret that London parties are among the best in the World, so this is where the party’s at when the clock strikes midnight

2011’s most popular attractions in Europe

Thursday 15 December 2011

disneyland paris

A mix of pleasures and discoveries, in which the wonders that make this continent special blend in the various countries, and often, can be found all together in different forms in the same place. All of this makes Europe one of the most beautiful places in the world.

What’s up at New Year’s Eve in Europe?

Tuesday 13 December 2011

fireworks

The end of 2011 is near, and one and all are already preparing to welcome the new year by organizing something special to share with their loved ones. Some decide to stay at home and celebrate with relatives and friends, others decide to take off on a new adventure, and still others are packing their suitcases putting in those same relatives and friends, to go to spend New Year’s Eve … where?

Windsor Castle: a journey from London

Tuesday 29 November 2011

windsor castle

Windsor Castle, is the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world. The Union Jack flag flies over the Round Tower of the Castle, except when the Queen, yes, Her Majesty the Queen, is in residence: in these cases, the Royal Standard will be flying in its place, as the Windsor Castle is one of the Queen’s three official residences, often said to be her favorite.