Ice Night in Malbun Liechtenstein

Ice Night in Malbun Liechtenstein Once a year, ice climbers descend on the ice-climbing tower in Malbun for head-to-head climbing duels and fun team competitions. During european independent tour to Liechtenstein or travel to european city Vaduz on european tour packages you can create by trip planner visit to Ice Night in Malbun. Come along and try it yourself – after all, you have to be in it to win it! After the competition, athletes and fans alike head to the after-party in the Schlucherbar at the bottom of the Täli chairlift. Equipment: Ice axes can be borrowed at the event, but please bring a helmet, a climbing harness, crampons and anything else you may need.

Carnival Frenzy in Lithuania

Carnival Frenzy in Lithuania If you come to Lithuania 46 days before Easter – do not be surprised if you encounter a frenzied crowd of carnival in the street asking for pancakes and sweets. Instead, rather join them and celebrate the Shrovetide with a bang – a winter festival aimed at banishing the winter and inviting an early spring. Planning independent european tour to Lithuania on travel to Europe and vacation you can visit Carnival Frenzy during european vacation tour packages. During Shrovetide it is essential to eat rich and greasy meals and have a good fun according to the ancient Lithuanian traditions. Winter, winter, go away! From the old times during the Shrovetide Lithuanians would eat a lot, sing a lot, and shout a lot – it was believed that the noise wakes up the frost-bound land from its sleep. Shrovetide is celebrated before the start of Lent and fasting, so it is essential to fill yourself with hearty food. It was believed that the more you eat, the better and richer you will live all year round, so sometimes people used to have twelve meals. One of the

Sinfonietta Riga and Laima Jansone

Sinfonietta Riga and Laima Jansone Chamber orchestra Sinfonietta Rīga, conducted by Normunds Šnē, is one of the most active Baroque and contemporary music performers in Latvia who are willing to experiment in academic and non-academic musical directions. During independent european tour to Latvia or european tour packages to Riga you can create your journey to Europe and european vacation by trip planner and visit concert sinfonietta Riga and Laima Jansone. Laima Jansone is one of the most talented players of ethnographic kokle whose performance style holds a special place for improvisation. Her compositions are musical interaction between the meditative and impulsive. The Latvian National Symphony Orchestra (LNSO) is one of the cornerstones of Latvian culture – the animator of achievements in musical creativity, keeper and polisher of classical treasures and a source of thoughtful relaxation. Sonorous, balanced and multicoloured – that is the LNSO today. Its composition has been noticeably renewed with many new musicians; the intensity of playing together, musical activity and joy has increased. The prestige of the orchestra has undoubtedly grown as has its importance in cultural life and its significance in the country’s great range of events, festivals and projects. The orchestra’s path of development has not always been smooth, even and constant. However, with Riga being awarded the status of European Capital of Culture in 2014, the ensemble is prepared and eagerly awaiting next year; it has matured yet is fresh, creative and full of energy.

The Blooming Almond Tree Festival italy

The Blooming Almond Tree Festival italy Music and folklore in Sicily’s Valley on european independent tours to Italy or european tour packages created by european vacation trip planer. The first week of February sees the 77th edition of the Sagra del mandorlo in fiore in Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples (Feb. 2-9), a party to welcome spring and observe the blooming of the almond trees. Throughout the years, the event has become ever more international, while at the same time maintaining its original cultural significance, with folk traditions on show to the rest of the world. The celebration begins with the lighting of the friendship torch in front of the Temple of Concordia, followed by a stroll of the rest of the Valley at sunset. Then, various folkloristic groups

Valentine's day in Spain

Valentine's day in Spain Wondering what to give your partner for St. Valentine's Day? You may just find your answer here: a romantic trip to Spain to make it an unforgettable celebration. You will find it all: evocative landscapes, lovers' legends, wonderful sunsets... During european tour packages to Spain created by trip planner or in independent european tours to Europe you can stay in Spain in Valentain day and get more romantical time. Organise the day in advance and make the most of the special ideas on offer, designed especially for the occasion. Sample wonderful Spanish gastronomy and enjoy the Valentine's Day menus to be found in a range of restaurants. Relax at Paradors, hotels and spa resorts in Spain, and take advantage of special promotions for couples which include stay, a romantic dinner in stunning surroundings, and spa sessions. You will go home as good as new. These are just some ideas of how to spend a few days with your partner, but there are many more. Spain has destinations that seem to be made for lovers. Can you imagine a romantic getaway between historic city walls? Come and have one at two cities with UNESCO World

Temple bar Tradfest in Dublin

Temple bar Tradfest in Dublin Dublin’s biggest and best festival of Irish Music and Culture. Travel to european city Dublin on independent european tours or european tour packages created by our trip planner more interesting if you visit to Temple bar Tradfest in Dublin. This year’s line up includes a special 20th Anniversary Concert celebrating Frankie Kennedy his life and music with Altan & Guests; a unique night featuring musical icons Stockton’s Wing & Frankie Gavin & De Dannan; Paul Brady, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist & one of Ireland’s most popular artists; Bellowhead, winner of Best Album at the 2013 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards; Seth Lakeman folk-inspired, multi-award winning singer-songwriter; Frances Black, one of Dublin’s favourite & most charming singers; legendary singer & songwriter Johnny Duhan; Eleanor McEvoy, with her unique voice & beautiful playing & the olllam, a magical marriage of tradition and technology.
Carlos Núñez
Temple Bar TradFest are delighted to announce Carlos Núñez will be performing in the stunning surrounds of St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Carlos Núñez is one of Galicia’s most revered artists. He’s the undisputed master of Galicia’s signature musical instrument, the gaita, or Galician bagpipes. He is also enormously popular across the rest of Spain and throughout Europe and Latin America. Worldwide he has sold over a million albums and is well known in the Irish Music scene thanks to his early “adoption” by The Chieftains - he was even dubbed “The Seventh Chieftain”.
Macalla
The First All-Female Big-Band of traditional music are celebrating 30 years in 2014. Originally formed in 1984 to celebrate women’s creativity for International Women’s day over 20 female musicians and singers from all parts of Ireland got together for the occasion. They’re back together for this fantastic concert in St Werburgh’s Church to once again celebrate women’s music, energy, and creativity.
We Banjo 3 and Chessboxer
Galway born quartet We Banjo 3 will return to Temple Bar Tradfest 2014 following a hugely successful tour of Ireland the UK and the US this summer. They will be joined by American duo Chessboxer with fiddler Ross Holmes of Mumford & Sons' band. Combining the best of Irish and Bluegrass banjo music, We Banjo 3, mix modern rhythms with traditional melodies producing effortlessly smooth arrangements and vocals.
The Temple Bar TradFest also features free family events, music & dance workshops, outdoor stages, street markets; pipe bands, ceili, street performances, film screenings, music trail plus much much more..
Throughout the festival artists from Ireland, England, Scotland, Spain and Latvia will perform at some of Dublin’s iconic venues: St. Patrick’s Cathedral, St. Werburgh’s Church, City Hall, St. Michan’s Church and Button Factory.

Skagen Winter Swimming Festival 2014

Skagen Winter Swimming Festival 2014 Skagen's winter swimming club "icebreakers" organizes in cooperation with the Skagen Tourist Association a Winter swimming Festival 23th-26th of January 2014. There are guaranteed cold shiver, hot drinks and a varied program for the days. During european independent tour to Denmark by travel to europe or european tour packages created our trip planner you can visit to Skagen and participate Winter Swimming Festival. Each morning starts of course with a morning dip in the sea at "Sønderstrand" near "Grenen". Winter Weather in Skagen is raw and gritty, and winterbathers will put their courage to the test when they must venture out into the icy waves. Huge tepees heated with fire and hot soup served by Jacob's Café and Bar offers the warmth after the cold swim in the Kattegat.

Skagen Winter Swimming Festival 2014

Skagen Winter Swimming Festival 2014 Skagen's winter swimming club "icebreakers" organizes in cooperation with the Skagen Tourist Association a Winter swimming Festival 23th-26th of January 2014. There are guaranteed cold shiver, hot drinks and a varied program for the days. During european independent tour to Denmark by travel to europe or european tour packages created our trip planner you can visit to Skagen and participate Winter Swimming Festival. Each morning starts of course with a morning dip in the sea at "Sønderstrand" near "Grenen". Winter Weather in Skagen is raw and gritty, and winterbathers will put their courage to the test when they must venture out into the icy waves. Huge tepees heated with fire and hot soup served by Jacob's Café and Bar offers the warmth after the cold swim in the Kattegat.

Acropolis - Southern Slope in Athens

Acropolis - Southern Slope in Athens This was the cultural center of ancient Athens, and is considered to be the first example of a complex of buildings dedicated to performances of the arts, whether in Greece or the world. During european independent tours to Greece we recommend create by our european trip planner visit to Athens and look Acropolis in Greece. Theater of Dionysus: The birthplace of tragedy and comedy: this first theater of the Western world was built on the site of a sanctuary of Dionysus. The archaic temple, containing a wooden image of Dionysus, dates from around 540 BC. The classical temple was built and the gold and ivory statue of the god by Alcamenes, sculpted in the 4th century BC. The theater was built at the end of the 6th century BC around an already existing circular orchestra, which is still (albeit barely)

National Tulip Day in Amsterdam

National Tulip Day in Amsterdam Witness the official start of tulip season on National Tulip Day. The season begins officially on Dam Square in Amsterdam. The event is organised by Dutch tulip growers who build a special tulip picking garden on Dam Square. If you travel to Europe on independent european tour or journey european tour packages to Holland you can visit to National Tulip Day in Amsterdam. Anyone can come to pick free tulips here. This festive event sets of tulip season because some 1.7 billion Dutch tulips are expected to bring spring into homes around the world. 
Tulips from Amsterdam
Every year, Dutch tulip growers build a huge garden with tens of thousands of tulips on Dam Square in Amsterdam. The biggest garden of Amsterdam transforms Dam Square into a sea of colour, where thousands of people come to pick a free bouquet of flowers every year. In addition to the garden the tulip growers organise countless surprises and promotions. 
Kick-off
Tulip season is inaugurated officially on National Tulip Day. Tulip season is the period from January until the end of April in which most tulip varieties are available from florists, supermarkets and flower stands. Thousands of tulip variants in every colour of the rainbow find their way from auctions in Holland to vases around the world. As a result, tulips have truly become Holland’s trademark flower.

Germany's oldest folk play: Furth's dragon-slaying pageant

Folklore show of the Danube folk Ensemble In the Bavarian Forest near the German-Czech border, a fearsome dragon menaces the small town of Furth. But fortunately, year after year, the valiant locals confront and eventually manage to slay it. If you planning independent european tour to Germany in summer you can create visit to Germany's oldest folk play by our trip planner and participate Furth's dragon-slaying pageant. Furth's dragon-slaying festival, a spectacle that attracts tens of thousands of visitors, traditionally begins in the second week in August. The pageant's origins date right back to 1590 when slaying the dragon was part of the Corpus Christi procession. Later it became a separate event and was given a regular date in the summer. Over time the pageant has been sensitively modernised and updated. The dragon-slaying is enacted ten times or so during the festival, a feat involving some 1,400 participants, around 250 horses and all manner of props from wagons to cannons. But there's no doubt that the real star is the new dragon that has dominated the stage since 2010. It really is a monster, the biggest walking robot in the world, weighing eleven tonnes, standing 4.5 metres tall and measuring over 15 metres in length. Its top speed is 1.5 kilometres an hour; it roars, breathes fire and smoke and has a 16-metre wingspan. There's also an exciting programme of pageant activities: shooting, a medieval market, bird of prey displays, a grand historical procession and a traditional German volksfest with a beer garden and funfair.

Folklore show of the Danube folk Ensemble

Folklore show of the Danube folk Ensemble One of the most popular visualized Hungarian folklore dancing bands is the BM Danube Artistic Band which was founded in 1957. Members of the band are excellent professional dancers and musical instrument’s artists. To the band belongs a 30 member dancing ensemble and a 7 member folklore band. During independent european tours to Hungary or Europe with visit to Budapest you can participate folklore show of the Danube folk Ensemble. The band impersonates professional folklore dancing and continuous dancing theatre assimilation as well as aiming for modern performances and constituent appearance. Next to the artistic director Juhász Zsolt’s guidance, other choreographers are also present, such as Novák Ferenc, Kricskovics Antal, Zsuráfszki Zoltán, Farkas Zoltán. The ensemble performance contains the most beautiful gem of Hungarian folklore dancing culture, while the band is a devoted to the Hungarian folklore music. The repertoire of the band features several autonomous, filling the whole evening performances. The ensemble’s number of yearly performances is over one hundred, which includes the weekly performances at the Danube Hall, as well as the folklore and dancing theatre performances in Budapest and all over the country. Except for autonomous repertoire, the ensemble participates in the formation of different theatre productions, for example: János Vitéz musical tale, Stephen the King, Atilla rock opera and Dózsa György opera. The Danube Artistic Band takes part continuously in the Ministry of Home Affairs programs, national holidays like for example on August 20th and March 15th. These performances can be seen on the spot (in the Buda Castle, Parliament) or in the television.

The beautiful town of Gradacac

The beautiful town of Gradacac This is certainly one of the places to see when you visit the northeast of Bosnia.Planning your tour to Europe in summer? Create european independent tour to Bosnia and Herzegovina and visit the beautiful town of Gradacac oe european tour packages. On the River Gradisnica, between the mountains of Majevica and Trebava, lies the beautiful town of Gradacac. This town holds great historical significance for Bosnians. Husein Kapetan Gradascevic was a ruling beg during Ottoman times. He was a warrior and leader, highly respected and feared throughout the region, who posed such a tangible threat to Ottoman authority that he could bargain for more autonomy, self-rule and land rights. There are several versions of history but the common one is that he and his army were able to defend the territories of the northeastern frontier when the Ottomans could not. He was greatly feared by the Ottomans, and when the rebellious Dragon of Bosnia (as he was called) decided to confront the Ottomans, he marched his army all the way to Kosovo in 1831. The Dragon's army defeated the Ottomans and further destabilised the empire's hold on Bosnia. This rebellious spirit proved contagious among the local pashas and ruling families, and sparked many more rebellions. Gradascevic was later betrayed and forced to flee across the Sava to Austria. The numerous buildings bearing his name attest to his role in the history of the town.

Vienna Ice World

Vienna Ice World From 24 January to 9 March 2014, City Hall Square (Rathausplatz) will be transformed into a gigantic ice surface, making it a paradise for ice skating fans of all ages. The dreamily lit facade of City Hall forms the backdrop for the Vienna Ice World. Travel to Vienna , tour to Vienna and independent tours to Austria more interesting if you visit to City Hall Square and participate Vienna Ice World. The 7000 square meter surface offers ice-skating fans a fabulous landscape of ice. Skaters of all styles, from spirited and wild to sweeping and elegant, can glide around the rink daily from 9 am to 10 pm to the hits of the 80s and 90s as well as waltzes. A fantastic ice path about 750 meters long will snake through the romantically lit City Hall Park. In addition, six curling rinks await visitors. At various outdoor stalls and in the Almhütte, gastronomes pamper guests with culinary delicacies from around the world. Warming drinks are also available, of course, at the Vienna Ice Dream - from aromatic organic punch to hot tea. 1,200 pairs of ice skates preheated with warm air can be rented on-site. On the opening evening (23 January), ice skating is free for all.

Les Antoniades - Folklore and Traditions in Flobecq

Les Antoniades - Folklore and Traditions in Flobecq Not forgetting the soup festival! Not to worry, the evenings will take place under a marquee. The history of the Antoniades goes back to the ducasse Saint Antoine, which existed even earlier as a fair that dates back as far as the 11th century. Travel to europe on european independent tours with visit to Belgium you can participate Folklore and Traditions in Flobecq and create european vacation by our trip planner. 2 people stand out as the main characters of the celebrations that enthuse Flobecq: Saint Anthony the Great and the pig that accompanies him in religious iconography. Numerous activities will be organised in the centre of Flobecq as part of Les Antoniades. You can get all the information from the website below or from the organiser! Following on from the Saint-Sylvestre, the party never stops in Flobecq! On the menu: meal, entertainment, concerts, soirees, regional produce market, parade, show... and much more! In Flobecq from 17 to 20/01/14

Grandvalira - Ski resort in Andorra

Grandvalira - Ski resort in Andorra Grandvalira is the largest ski resort in the Pyrenees. It is situated in the east of Andorra, has more than 200 km of slopes, and hotels at the foot of the slopes in the towns of Encamp, Canillo, El Tarter, Soldeu, Grau Roig and Pas de la Casa. During european independent tour to Andorra visit to Grandvalira on european coach tours or escorted tours created our trip planner. Some of its many services include a ski and snowboarding school, equipment rental service, booking centre, restaurants, snack bars, terraces and barbecues, Wi-Fi zone, snowparks, children’s circuits, baby clubs, crèches, the igloo hotel and a wide variety of snow activities for non-skiers. The season starts at the beginning of December and ends in mid-April. On the Grandvalira website you’ll find information on passes, ski packages, activities, state of the slopes, webcams, list of activities and much more!

London Ice Sculpting Festival

London Ice Sculpting Festival Discover the amazing things that can be done with a block of ice as the London Ice Sculpting Festival gets into full swing at Canary Wharf. During european vacation and independent tours to Great Britain you can visit to London and participate Ice Sculpting Festival. This is a spectacular free event for the family where over three days you can witness artists creating mesmerising ice sculptures in front of your eyes. Introducing something of a competitive element to the process, the artists are divided into teams as they battle it out to secure glittering prizes and artistic glory – combining Speed Singles, Doubles Freestyle and Doubles competitions. Catch all the action as chainsaws and chisels are skilfully wielded to whittle away the crystal clear ice into something that you'd be proud to display in your living room!

Vienna's Glorious Ball Season

Vienna's Glorious Ball Season If you planning independent european vacation in Austria you can visit to Flower Ball in Vienna on european tour packages created by our trip planner for your travel to europe. Ever dreamed about dancing the waltz at one of Vienna's many famous balls? There are hundreds of balls to choose from. Check out the highlights of the Viennese ball-season 2013/2014.Vienna City Hall's newly renovated Festival Halls will be the perfect venue to greet the New Year at an enchanting, traditionally colourful "night of flowers". What could be more typical in Vienna than a ball? The famous Viennese Flower Ball (Blumenball) celebrates the arrival of the new year. This ball is a key event in Vienna's cultural year. The atmosphere is magical featuring classical dances, floral arrangements, buffets... All the required ingredients for a successful evening out.

The Third Tallinn Bach Music Festival

The Third Tallinn Bach Music Festival The Third Tallinn Bach Music Festival takes place from the 1st to 7th of January 2014. Our recommendation for your european independent vacation in Tallinn visit to Bach Music Festival by the european tour packages or travel to europe created by our trip planner.The concert programmes present organ, instrumental, orchestral, choral and vocal works by Johann Sebastian Bach. The festival has become a tradition and an original, warm and beautiful New Year's greeting from Tallinn to all its residents and visitors. During the Third Tallinn New Year's Festival thirteen different concerts will be held. More than thirty famous musicians among whom are Andres Uibo, Ulla Krigul, Denis Kasparovitch, Aare-Paul Lattik, Peter van Dijk (Holland), Edouard Oganessian (France) and Roman Perucki (Poland), Lembit Orgse, Mari-Liis Uibo and Arvo Leibur, Kady Plaas, Ka Bo Chan, Anto Onnis, Tonis Kaumann, Oksana Sinkova, orchestra “Glasperlenspiel Sinfonietta” and others will perform at these concerts. Conductor – Toomas Vavilov.

New Year's parties at Stureplan in Sweden

New Year's parties at Stureplan in Sweden Party all the way into the new year at one of Stureplan's nightclubs. The popular concept of New Year parties is reprized again this year, with exciting DJ's and other fun events on New Year's night. During european vacation in Stockholm we recommend visit to Stureplan and participate New Year's party, only create european independent tour to Sweden by our trip planner and enjoy your travel to Europe. The clubs included are Laroy, Spy Bar, Sturecompagniet, Hell's Kitchen, Ambassadeur, White Room / Magenta, Berns and Le Bon Palais. The countdown has begun. Soon, the