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Queen's Diamond Jubilee Events
Written by Viator, April 2012
As only the 2nd monarch, alongside Queen Victoria, to ever fulfill 60 years on the throne, it’s a significant year for the Queen of England, with June 2nd, 2012 marking her Diamond Jubilee. Britons ...
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Christmas Markets Throughout Europe
Written by Viator, October 2012
One of Europe's most notable holiday traditions is the Christmas Market. Dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries in German-speaking Europe, Christmas markets - also known as Christkindlmarkt or ...
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Christmas Markets
Written by Viator, August 2010
Located on the Salzach River and a stone’s throw away from the Bavarian Alps, Salzburg is a magical place. With tall cathedral and church spires rising into the night sky of the Old Town and horse ...
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Christmas & NYE in Rome
Written by Viator, November 2010
What better place to celebrate Christmas than in the Eternal City where it all began. Whether you’re keen to embrace the religious side of Christmas or simply want to see the Italian way of life, ...
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Christmas Markets in Switzerland
Written by Viator, March 2012
A Christmas tradition to be envied (and indeed, visited) is the vibrant profusion of Christmas markets that spring up all over Switzerland during the holiday season. They range in size and scope from ...
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Christmas Markets (Christkindlmarkten)
Written by Viator, August 2010
The start of Advent season brings the traditional Christmas markets to the squares and streets of Munich. The most well-known market is Christkindlmarkt, located in Marienplatz. The twinkiling ...
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Holy week in Seville - Famous Easter Processions
Written by Seville Expert: Marta, Spain, April 2011
Holy Week in Seville (this year April 17th-24th) is the celebration of the passion and death of Christ through the brotherhood processions to the Cathedral. Besides the religious aspects, Holy Week ...
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Christmas & New Year's Eve in Paris
Written by Viator, November 2010
Spend your Christmas in Paris, and see how the fashionable French celebrate Christmas in style! Oozing with atmosphere, Paris has long been the destination of choice for stylish shoppers, romancing ...
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Christmas and New Year's Eve in London
Written by Viator, November 2010
Celebrate Christmas this year with Viator, and see the top London attractions sparkle away from the crowds!
The Christmas lights, which famously light up Bond Street and Oxford
Circus each ...
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6 Christmas Things To Do in London
Written by Zoe Smith, United Kingdom, November 2012
There’s a myriad of festive fun to be had in London this Christmas, but to get you started, here are a few suggestions. 1) Christmas lights: London’s shimmering decorations are some of the best in ...
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All Saints' Day - Nov 1st
Written by Jodi R, Germany, November 2011
The festival to honor all Saints is believed to be the time when boundaries between living and dead disappeared, and people visit the graves of relatives to decorate them elaborately with offerings ...
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Amsterdam Queensday
Written by Chou Fleur, Australia, October 2010
Every year on 30 April the Dutch celebrate the Queen Mother's birthday. The celebrating Dutch dress up in Orange and everybody is allowed to trade things unnecessary in the streets - the freemarket ...
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A White Christmas in Scotland
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, December 2011
I was happy to be going so far north for my first wintry Christmas; naturally I was hoping for snow. We left London amidst forecasts of snow, arrived in Edinburgh under those heavy grey skies that ...
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Bacanal del Gnoco: Verona’s Carnival
Written by Jessica, USA, February 2013
Most of us are familiar with Venice’s Carnival – the elaborate costumes, the decorated masks, and the extravagant parties – but did you know there’s a carnival in nearby Verona every year, too? ...
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Barrio de Gracia - March Festival
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, February 2012
Gracia is a barrio (district) of Barcelona that you must not miss. It has a fantastic community spirit and seems to have endless street festivities throughout the year. March 3rd is one of the ...
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