Feb
24
2011
The beginning of Easter fasting is marked in Venice with the magic formula “Carni vale!”, that is “shedding” from the meat “sin”. Or in other words, it’s time for celebration, play and exhuberance, that is it’s time for the Venice Carnival! This year’s Venice Carnival lasts between 26th of February and 8th of March. However, [...]
Tags: carnival, Venice
Jul
29
2010
If you’re looking to admire Barcelona’s outstanding architecture or setting off to enjoy a romantic weekend in Venice, you’ll be astounded to find that you can save considerably just by booking within 5 miles of the centre, compared to a booking a hotel in the centre itself. The weekend city break has been increasingly popular [...]
Tags: Barcelona, tips, Venice
Feb
12
2010
The Venetian Carnival, that was first released in 1296, is an unique mixture of tradition, entertainment, history and transgression in only one city – Venice. The carnival has always drawn very many visitors each year because it is the most important event celebrated here. Going back to its origins, we find out that the Carnival [...]
Tags: carnival, Venice