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Jun29
by Asya in Arts, Chillin, Cities, Cultural, Europe, Events, France, Urban Tourism, Walking
when: 14 Jul – 15 Aug 2010 (annual)
where: Paris
Every summer for a month Paris is transformed into a huge open-air performing arts space for the Summer Arts Festival (Quartier d’Eté). . Events range from cinemas in the bohemian Latin Quarter to the beauty of the Jardin des Tuileries. Many Parisians leave the capital during the hot summer months, so there is more space for visitors to enjoy the spectacle. It includes different kinds of art performances: jazz, theatre, classical music, circus, film and dance in a compact program
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Jun29
by Asya in Arts, Chillin, Cities, Europe, France, Urban Tourism, Walking
The Latin Quarter is an area in Paris. It is situated on the left bank of the River Seine. The first great Parisian university, the Sorbonne, was founded here and the area has a significant student presence, with several universities and schools of higher education being located in the area. The district also houses the core of ancient Gallo-Roman Paris. A number of rare archaeological remains that can be seen within the district.
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Jun29
by iv in Asia, Hotels, Relaxing, Restaurants, Shopping, Sri Lanka, Walking
The Galle Face Hotel is situated in the heart of the commercial capital of Sri Lanka. This low-rise structure, resembles a stately home facing the Indian Ocean. The Hotel Colombo is a landmark Heritage Hotel established in 1864, during the British Colonial Era.
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Jun28
by Asya in Arts, Cities, Cultural, Europe, Events, France, Relaxing, Urban Tourism, Walking
La Fête de la Musique is a lively street music festival held every June 21st in Paris, and is one of the year’s most popular events in the city of light. Hundreds of musicians gather in the streets, bars, and cafes of Paris, giving free performances of everything from jazz and rock to hip-hop and electronic music. To get a taste of authentic Paris culture, don’t miss the Fête de la Musique on a June trip to Paris.
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Jun28
by Asya in Arts, Chillin, Cities, Cultural, Europe, Events, France, Parks, Relaxing, Urban Tourism, Walking
Open-Air Cinema Festival at the Parc de la Villette
Dates: July 17th through August 22nd, 2010
Every year, Parisians and visitors spread out blankets at the ultramodern Parc de la Villette, where some 36 movies are shown on a giant outdoor screen. SIn 2010, entry is free.
Getting there:
- 211 avenue Jean-Jaurès (Paris 19)
- Metro: Porte de Pantin or Porte de la Villette
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Jun28
by iv in Europe, Fitness&Gym, Golf, Greece, Kayaking, Parks, Photos, Rafting, Relaxing, Resorts, Restaurants, Sailing, Shopping, Spa, Surfing, Swimming, Windsurfing
Capsis Elite Resort is a 5-star deluxe hotel complex located on a private peninsula surrounded by a luscious Botanical Garden of 167.000 m2 that captivates your senses with its majestic Aegean views. From the convenience of the hotel, guests will be able to enjoy a wide range of attractions and amenities, including shopping and dining venues. The international airport of Heraklion is only 20 minutes from the Out Of The Blue Capsis Elite Resort Agia Pelagia.
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Jun26
by Asya in Asia, India, Parks, Photos, Relaxing, Romantic, Swimming, Travel gear
For a vacation that blends tropical relaxation and edifying colonial history all at a very affordable price, The Andaman Islands in the Indian Ocean’s Bay of Bengal are a very attractive spot. Part of the Andaman’s appeal is how untouched by modern life they remain. Western tourists do not come to the Andaman Islands in large numbers, so expect that some facilities may be a bit more primitive than those found in more developed part of the world. Corbyn’s Cove is a classic palm frindged beach ideal for swimming and sunning in the balmy waters of the bay of Bengal.
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Jun26
by Asya in Golf, North America, Parks, Photos, Relaxing, Resorts, Romantic, United States of America, Walking
The game of golf is at its worldwide best at Pebble Beach Resorts, awarded the platinum medal by Golf Magazine in 2009. Each of Pebble Beach Resorts’ four courses offers a unique heritage, breathtaking beauty, and a once in a lifetime experience.
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Jun26
by Asya in Cities, Europe, France, Parks, Relaxing, Urban Tourism, Walking
The Bois de Vincennes
The Bois de Vincennes offers seemingly endless space to stroll, picnic, boat, and unwind. Even though the wood is located at the city’s borders, a day at the Bois de Vincennes is enough of a getaway to count as a day trip from Paris.
Location: Main entrance at Avenue de Paris, Vincennes (just east of Paris’ 12th arrondissement)
Metro: Chateau de Vincennes, Porte Doree, Porte de Charenton (Line 1, 8, 12)
Bus: Line 46, 56
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Jun26
by Asya in Brazil, Relaxing, South America, Surfing, Swimming
Porto da Barra Beach is located in the city of Salvador, Bahia. It is located at the entrance of the Baía de Todos os Santos, with a small, white colonial fort at one end and a whitewashed church sitting up on a hill at the other. Salvador is surrounded by beaches. There people go to relax, cool off, chill, socialize, eat, drink, dance, exercise, surf, and of course swim. They vary from crowded city beaches great for meeting people to tropical idylls up and down the coast. One of the first beaches that most people get to know in Salvador is Porto da Barra. On weekends, especially Sundays, the beach can get very crowded, and you have to watch out for your stuff. The beach is set within the bay and the water is much calmer than on the oceanside beaches; it’s good for swimming.
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