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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Posted on March 16th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Holiday Destinations, Travel News, No Comments

March 17 is a great day to be in Ireland celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, but anywhere in the world where people with Irish roots gather together is certain to be full of fun and smiles.
If you are stuck at your desk working, however, why not indulge in some fantasy and a taste of lively Irish spirit and music…

Ireland is a fantastic destination for visitors [...]

Happy St. David’s Day!

Posted on February 28th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Seniors Travel, Travel News, No Comments

Monday, March 1, 2010 is St. David’s Day.
Although it is not a public holiday, most residents of Wales and those living in Welsh communities throughout the world celebrate their patron saint, St. David, and their Welsh culture.
If you happen to notice anyone wearing a leek or daffodil and wonder why… It is a tradition on St. David’s Day [...]

Italy - Skiers May Face Jail for Triggering an Avalanche

Posted on February 24th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Ski Holidays, Travel News, No Comments

The Italian government may introduce legislation to impose substantial fines and even jail terms for off-piste skiers, snowboarders and hikers who set off avalanches which result in deaths.
Even if an avalanche is not triggered, those who ignore avalanche or other posted warnings and ski off piste could face a fine of several thousand pounds.

The proposed (and controversial) [...]

Shakhtar Donetsk v Fulham in Ukraine - 25 Feb 2010

Posted on February 19th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Sports, Travel News, No Comments

Fulham FC travels out to the Ukraine to meet Shakhtar Donetsk in a UEFA Europa League football match at the Donbass Arena on Thursday, 25 February 2010.
Fans travelling out to support their team are advised to visit the Foreign Office (FCO) website for important travel information and advice provided especially for them: Click here.
The excellent [...]

Unirea v Liverpool in Bucharest - 25 Feb 2010

Posted on February 17th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Sports, Travel News, No Comments

Liverpool FC travels out to Romania to play AFC Unirea Urziceni in a UEFA Europa League match at the Steaua Stadium in Bucharest on Thursday, 25 February 2010.
Reds fans travelling out to support the team should check their passport expiration date to ensure it will be valid for the trip.
The Foreign Office (FCO) has provided some important travel advice [...]

America’s Cup Challenge 2010 - Valencia, Spain

Posted on February 9th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Sports, Travel News, No Comments

The America’s Cup races are held every three years and 2010 brings the 33rd Challenge for the Cup - but who would recognise it! The races were scheduled to begin yesterday off the coast of Valencia, Spain but abandoned due to unstable winds. The race has been rescheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday 10 February.

The entry by the [...]

National Swine Flu Service to Close on 11 Feb 2010

Posted on February 3rd, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Travel News, No Comments

The National Pandemic Flu Service was opened in July of 2009 in response to the growing number of cases being reported at that time. The service provided flu assessments and treatment.
However, due to the dwindling number of cases the service for England will close down at 1 am on 11 February 2010.
The Swine Flu Information Line will [...]

Sporting Lisbon vs Everton - Portugal - 25 Feb 2010

Posted on January 31st, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Sports, Travel News, No Comments

Everton FC travels out to Portugal to play Sporting Lisbon in a UEFA Champions League football match on 25 February. The venue is the Estadio Jose Alvalade in Lisbon.
Travellers planning to visit Lisbon may wish to avoid the match date if they are not there for the football.
The Foreign Office (FCO) has posted some useful [...]

Venice Carnival 2010 - Events from 6-16 February

Posted on January 29th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Student Travel, Travel News, No Comments

The annual Carnivale di Venezia takes place this year from 6-16 February, kicking off with an opening concert (classical) on the evening of 5 February at Ca’Rezzonico.
Get into the Venice Carnival spirit, and the spirit of Vivaldi, with these fine examples of masks while listening to a beautiful rendition of Vivaldi’s ‘Rain’:

The main theme of [...]

Inter Milan vs Chelsea FC - Wed 24 February 2010

Posted on January 24th, 2010, Jean. Filed under Europe, Sports, Travel News, 1 Comment

Chelsea FC travels to Italy for a UEFA Champions League football match against Inter Milan on Wednesday 24 February 2010.
The venue for the meet up with FC Internazionale Milan is the Stadio Giuseppe Meassa in San Siro, Milan (more commonly known as ‘San Siro’) about 5 km from Milan city centre.
For those who may no [...]