Cultural Trips
Football fever hits Hungary
Debrecen is a pretty Hungarian town best known for its annual Flower Carnival and thermal baths; but now it is also becoming known for its up and coming football team - DVSC-TEVA (dvsc.hu/helyek/eng) - who will meet Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League this month and again in November, the first Hungarian side since 1995/96 to play in the group stage.
Dominica to host World Creole Music Festival
British born artist Maxi Priest will be amongst the performers at the 13th annual World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) which will be held from 30th October – 1st November 2009 in Dominica, West Indies.
Culture and cycling in Linz
There’s still time to visit the 2009 European Capital of Culture – the Austrian city of Linz – as part of a self-guided cycling itinerary courtesy of specialist operator, HF Holidays.
Enjoy all things artistic in Denmark
From the wildlife paintings of Johannes Larsen to the modern design classic that are Kristian Vedel’s carved wooden birds, Denmark has produced a great many acclaimed artists over the centuries.
Ol Seki unveils new suites and VIP safari experience
In August 2009, Ol Seki, a stylish and contemporary Mara camp in Kenya, will reveal two new exclusive suites that will offer its guests the ultimate VIP safari experience.
Aer Lingus introduces new route to Vilnius
This month Aer Lingus announced new routes from Gatwick, its first hub outside Ireland. One of these is to Vilnius.
A festive summer in Lithuania
Lithuanians and guests from abroad will enjoy the exceptionally festive summer of 2009 in Lithuania. The country entered the European history when it was first mentioned in a medieval German manuscript, the Quedlinburg Chronicle, so the present year of 2009 is a festive year of the Millennium of Lithuania. Also, Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania is this year’s European Capital of Culture.
Summertime in Estonia
Summertime in Estonia is a colourful mix of old and new – lying on the Baltic Coast, this diverse, culturally-rich country boasts sandy beaches in the north, a vibrant café culture, stunning lakes, rivers, wildlife and a refreshing sense of space. Even better, Sterling goes a long way in Estonia, certainly further than the Euro.
Take inspiration from Che and discover South America
With the DVD launch of Che - The Complete Story on 29 June, ethical travel provider Frontier offers the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of the revolutionary’s infamous 1952 journey across South America, which became the inspiration for 2004’s The Motorcycle Diaries starring Gael Garcia Bernal.
Malta offers Eurozone value
Malta is one of the best value Eurozone destinations, according to the latest Holiday Cost Barometer, issued by the Post Office this month. The survey of 18 popular holiday destinations across the globe reveals that Malta offers some of the best value for money in the Eurozone, sliding in at third place just behind Spain and Portugal.
Summer events in Lithuania
There has never been a better time to visit Lithuania than now as the country enters its second Millennium. Exactly one thousand years later capital Vilnius has a golden opportunity to reveal its secrets as the European Capital of Culture 2009. The year will see more than 300 events take place across Vilnius and 120 projects planned for the 2010 and 2011 ahead to mark the occasion.
New museum for famous Belgium surrealist
A new museum dedicated to the surrealist from French-speaking Belgium who became one of the most celebrated painters in the world will open in the heart of Brussels’ museum district on 2nd June.
Discover the roots of modern design in Germany
Design lovers should not miss Thuringia in Germany this year. Bauhaus, the most influential design school of the 20th century, was founded in the Thuringian town of Weimar 90 years ago, and the anniversary is celebrated with a number of special exhibitions and events in Weimar, Jena, Erfurt and Apolda and also Germany’s capital Berlin.
London Symphony Orchestra opens Vilnius Festival
At the opening concert of Vilnius Festival 2009 yesterday, the London Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Valery Gergiev, a renowned expert in Russian music, performed symphonic works by Stravinsky and Rachmaninov with a world premiere of Rodion Shchedrin’s symphonic fresco Lithuanian Saga (commissioned by the Vilnius – European Capital of Culture 2009).
Israel's hidden gems
Israel is not a large country. You can drive from its northern border to its southern tip in less than 10 hours. From east to west it will take you less than two. But this small territory contains an unimaginable wealth of natural landscapes, historical treasures and a rich cultural heritage - many of which have yet to be explored.