Festivals
Celebrate Spring Carnival in Cyprus
The Limassol (or Lemesos) Carnival takes place every year at the start of Lent, this year from 4-14 February. Enjoy the warm weather that arrives early in the year to Cyprus and stay at the über-cool award-winning Londa Hotel where chic Italian design meets legendary Cypriot hospitality.
Cracking crustaceans in Key Largo
To the initiated, “stone crab claws” are the best-tasting crab in the world, and there’s no better place in the world to eat them than fresh from the ocean in the Florida Keys.
A gourmet winter experience in Cumbria
A glorious foodie experience, sure to spread happiness whatever the winter weather, can be enjoyed on England’s most beautiful lake in February 2010, when the iconic Ullswater ‘Steamers’ lay on fabulous marmalade cruises, in conjunction with mansion and historic gardens, Dalemain.
Celebrate Chinese New Year in Taiwan
Revellers discontent with just one New Year’s celebration can celebrate this event twice during Taiwan’s traditional Chinese Lunar New Year festivities. Celebrations will take place on the island from 13th-16th February 2010.
Taiwan’s Lantern Festival to light up Chiayi City
The streets of Chiayi City, one of Taiwan’s largest southern cities, will be awash with colour and ancient Chinese tradition during Taiwan’s Lantern Festival, which will take place between 28th February and 7th March 2010.
Volvo partners with Snowbombing 2010
Volvo Car UK is pleased to announce their partnership with Snowbombing – “the world’s biggest show on snow”, which takes place in the winter sports resort of Mayrhofen, Austria, 5th-10th April 2010.
Drop in on the Scottish Snowdrop Festival
VisitScotland extends a warm invitation to visitors this winter with the launch of the Scottish Snowdrop Festival (1 February to 15 March 2010).
Outdoor arts events to bring Cumbria alive in 2010
A series of spectacular outdoor arts events will take place across the Lake District and other parts of Cumbria in the spring and summer of 2010.
Australia Day extravaganza
Sydney is famous for its New Year’s Eve celebrations, however for equally spectacular fireworks displays, music festivals, boat and ferry races, beach BBQs, street parades and a great party atmosphere, then a trip during Australia Day, on 26 January, is an ideal alternative – and much more affordable!
Duo of UK Film Council-backed films in Sundance line-up
Two films backed with Lottery funding through the UK Film Council will screen at the Sundance Film Festival (21-31 January 2010), the leading showcase in the US for independent films.
Fatboy Slim to headline Snowbombing 2010
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls - the Fatboy is back. Santa Claus has come early this December to cram none other than super star DJ Fatboy Slim down your chimney!
Follow Jay-Z and The Strokes to the Isle of Wight in 2010
With news that Jay-Z and The Strokes will be headlining the 2010 Isle of Wight Festival, Wightlink has announced it will be offering 1,000 Early Bird ferry-inclusive festival tickets at a reduced price.
Discover Dominica in 2010
Dominica’s events calendar has been announced for 2010, with a variety of festivals taking place celebrating the island’s culture and heritage as well as the natural attractions and activities it offers for visitors.
Frightening fun at La Manga Club
There are frights and fun for the whole family to enjoy at La Manga Club this Halloween. On October 31 the luxurious resort is hosting a children’s party in its Piano Bar from 7pm including a special buffet dinner for just €18.
Head to Holland for October festival fun
As late October approaches two of Amsterdam’s most exciting 2009 events – Halloween and Holland’s annual beer festival – are looming.