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The artistic aim of the programme is the creation of an impressive picture of the fortress hill Tsarevets, which has gradually arisen through the ages into a symbol of the Bulgarian spirit and national pride; the idea is conveyed through the means of music and diverse light effects. Music is the leading component of the programme it has been especially written for the purpose.

The musical theme imparts step by step a unique image of the key points in the Bulgarian history: the founding of Bulgarian Kingdom in 681, the struggles for its consolidation, and also, the peaceful and ingenious labor of the freedom – loving Bulgarian people. The rhythm of the music grows faster and faster, and new themes are entwined in the major one – symbolizing the raids and rules of different aggressors. The light effects unequivocally support the musical evocation.

The show does not imply a full reconstruction of the Bulgarian history: it is rather an interpretation of the past, generating a spiritual bridge to the present, and to the future.

More than 10,000 dogs from around the world participated Saturday at this year’s Euro Dog Show in several categories, including that for Europe’s top beauty.
“It’s the biggest Euro Dog show so far in the number of foreign participants. We will host over 10,400 dogs, including some 1,000 from Croatia,” said Damir Skok, head of Croatia’s kennel federation (HKS). The previous event which took place in Helsinki in 2006 drew some 10,000 dogs, half of them from Finland, he added.

The first international dog show in Zagreb was held in 1932 – more than 70 years of tradition are also one guarantee more of the experience and expertise. At the three-day event in Zagreb which opened on Friday the largest contingent of some 2,000 dogs comes from Italy, followed by 1,300 Russian and 900 Hungarian pets. Today, this modern cynological organisation, located in the heart of the city, has about 130 cynological clubs under its patronage and organises 9 international and 7 national dog shows every year. Besides these activities the clubs organise special dog shows for all dog breeds represented in the Croatian Kennel Club.

Some 50 countries are represented at the contest. Since Eastern Europe has opened its borders its judges have become very popular, its native breeds have conquered the west and its exhibitors have found the way to western areas. The quality is high and their wins very frequent. No wonder that the FCI has started to grant permission to organize European and World Shows as they guarantee lots of entries.

To be allowed to enter the country, dogs need identifications according to the regulations. Dogs coming from EU-countries have to possess a pet passport according to the EU-regulations, while dogs coming from other countries need a veterinarian certificate issued by the competent institution of the country in question.
Categories / Classes
Baby Class – 3 to under 6 months
Puppy Class – 6 to under 9 months
Youth Class – 9 to under 18 months
Intermediate Class – 15 to under 24 months
Open Class – 15 months and older
Working Class – 15 months and older (with FCI Working certificate)
Champion Class – 15 months and older (only national or the international champions will be admitted)
Veteran Class – dogs of 8 years and older (excellent I competes for the BOB title).

In the Baby Class, the Puppy Class and the Veteran Class no titles will be awarded. The first 4 dogs of the each class will be ranked as long as they were evaluated at least as “promising” or “very good”. In the Veteran Class the dog evaluated as “excellent l” may be awarded the title of “European Veteran Winner”. In the Youth Class the dog evaluated as “excellent l” may be awarded the title of “Youth Winner” = “European Youth Winner” and “Croatian Youth Winner”.

Organisers expected several thousand visitors at Zagreb’s fair exhibition halls to watch contests in obedience, beauty and agility that will be evaluated by 115 international referees. The event is sponsored by Pedigree. The organization was managed by Mr.Damir Skok, a young veterinarian working for Pedigree and thus well trained and PR minded. The degree of professionalism was high and there are no negative comments from the exhibitors. Whether you’ve been showing real dogs for years, have never shown a dog in your life, or even have never owned a real animal, this game is fun, challenging, and a unique experience.

Cuba shakes with music and, for anyone with an interest in folklore and myth the sound of Cuba is a sound source of information. Vital and exhilarating the beat of the country sweeps you up, stops time and with it, your worries. Tropicana Cabaret is well-known around the World as “A Paradise under the stars”. It was built in 1939, at the ancient grounds of “Villa Mina”, a neighborhood belonging to Marianalo area. From that time it was identified by its great glass arch.

Its main salon has capacity for one thousand people around the stage or movil track rounded by palms and air ramps which artists use in their show. Tropicana is everything it’s cracked up to be in terms of glitz, glamour and sheer exuberance. From the first moment the show opens with dozens of dancers in shocking pink sequins dotted among the trees, you know you’re in for a treat. The show offers singers, acrobats and strong men but the dancers are the thing. The shimmying, shaking, swaying, leg darting moves and overall sheer energy was contagious. The Afropoppers, ranging in age from 16 to sixty-something, hit the dance floor.

This cabaret was founded in 1939, and soon this Paradise under the stars became the favourite of those visiting the Havana. This is one of the largest night clubs in the country and among its many options are restaurants, the lounge under the stars and the incomparable show awing almost a thousand spectators. On Tropicana’s stage many famous celebrities have performed, such as Nat King Cole, Josephine Baker, los Chavales from Spain, Carmen Miranda, Pedro Vargas, Libertad Lamarque, Tania Libertad, Alejandra Guzman, Cheo Feliciano, Celia Cruz, Olga Guillot, Elena Burke, Rita Montaner, Bola de Nieve and many others. Since 2002 it is considered a National Monument.
The more than 200 performers are still hand-picked from the creme-de-la creme of Cuba’s dancers and singers, and famous international entertainers still occasionally perform. The show starts at ten o’clock pm.

Organized every two years by the GIFAS (Association of French Aerospace companies), the Paris Air show is the occasion for the French and international aeronautical and space communities to present its most recent materials and most powerful, to reveal its programs for the future, to announce or negotiate contracts and projects of co-operations. The Paris Air Show is the world’s largest, with 480,000 visitors reported in 2005. That year’s show featured nearly 2,000 exhibitors and more than 200 aircraft on display.

Technological showroom, businesses and exchanges place, the 46th International Paris Air Show will be also a festival. The last three days of the Air show will be reserved for general public and a specific program has been conceived for this: Forum careers/employment/formation symposiums, ground activities and air show demonstration.

To strengthen its position and be fully prepared to face the future, this industry is expending significant effort and investment in research and development. 14% of its turnover is assigned to this, which is a very high figure. It is yet another key advantage of this industry that plays such a strategic role for France and is a major and essential partner in the building of a Europe that is strong in the Air Cooperation with police and emergency services was also key to the smooth running of the event and allowed us to welcome up to 120,000 visitors in a single day, beating all previous Paris Air Show records. With an increase in total visitor numbers of almost 41% compared to 2003, and 11% compared to 2001, this year’s Show confirms the interest that both the world of aerospace and the general public have in this biennial event.

Louis Le Portz concluded that “the outstanding success of the 46th International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget, organized by the French aerospace industries association Gifas, once again confirms the Show’s status ospace and Defence fields”.

Paris is the undisputed center of the fashion world and Fashion Show. Paris Collections 2007 demonstrates why fashion remains a fine art. Featuring runway garments from the spring collections of ten to twelve influential couturiers and designers. The exhibition explores the ideas and inspirations motivating Paris fashion today and why, in an age of global and instantaneous communication, this venerable city remains the fashion capital. The city has been a magnet for stylish men and women since the seventeenth century, but the French fashion industry has evolved considerably over the centuries—and never more than in the last few years.

The designers highlighted in this exhibition, including Valentino, Lacroix, Dior, and Chanel, bring a unique and clear vision to their work, while still maintaining the high level of craftsmanship for which Paris is justly famous. Paris has long been known as the “City of fashion”. This is the place where it all began. There are haute couture houses like Chanel, Christian Lacroix, Nina Ricci, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior. To be called an haute couture house, a business must belong to the Syndical Chamber for Haute Couture in Paris, which is regulated by the French Department of Industry. Carcelle, President of Louis Vuitton received the international press and such exceptional personalities as Sagamore Stevenin, Bruno Todeschini, Stanislas Merhar and Jalil Lespert.

About 100 ready-to-wear shows are scheduled at various venues until October 10, including at some of Paris architectural jewels such as the Grand Palais, reopened just last month after a 12-year renovation. In Paris, two of the most influential couturiers are also due to be celebrated with exhibitions. The “Spirit of Dior” marks the 100th anniversary , while the other is devoted to Yves Saint Laurent’s perennial favourite, the tuxedo.
The Paris shows are the last stop on a month-long fashion tour which has already taken in New York, London and Milan. The latter only wrapped up on Saturday with collections revealing a focus on femininity with dresses next summer’s key wardrobe staple.
All rush to come in Paris in the week of the currency. Personalities as Madonna, Demi Moor, Victoria and David Beckham of show as well expect the occupation to see the stylish show. Known models as Heidy Klum, Naomi and others show the newest collections of the stylish catwalk.

With more than 80 shows spread over eight days, the Paris show schedule this season is as packed as ever. Grumbach said an abundance of new names reflected the health of the sector. “There has never been such strong interest in new brands and what is more interesting still is that they are not folding, simply reflects world growth, which has been obvious in the last few years, and which is being felt in fashion.”