Most romantic things to do in Paris

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When thinking about a romantic spot to spend Valentine’s Day, Paris always comes to mind. The legendary City of Love offers the most amazing places and activities for couples to spend a getaway full of adventure and romance. If you are planning a trip to Paris, these are some incredible ideas to do with your significant other.

 

  1. Dance near the Seine.

Tango and dance enthusiasts enjoy this great idea to spend a very romantic and unique afternoon along the river Seine, in the Tino Rossi Square. A bottle of french wine is the perfect excuse to enable the senses and your best dance steps to share the most romantic time with your partner. If you and your lover are not that much into dancing, you can just sit near the river and admire the old couples that have been dancing in this spot for years. There is nothing better to encourage a romantic atmosphere than to watch such a passionate dance in the most romantic places in the world.

 

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  1.  Lock a padlock.

This is one of the most famous things to do in Paris, but it never gets old. If you happen to be strolling down the Seine, search for the Padlock Bridges, write yours and your lover’s initials on a padlock, lock it forever, and throw the key into the river. Don’t forget to take a romantic picture while you seal your love.

 

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  1. Go ice skating.

During the coldest months in Paris, usually from November to March, there are a lot of outdoor places where tourists can enjoy natural and artificial rinks. Some of this rinks are free and some of them charge a price, it depends on the place. Some of the most famous rinks in Paris are the Hotel de Ville Ice Skating Rink, Champs-Elysees, Eiffel Tower, Trocadero, and Stade Charlety.

 

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  1.  Explore the Palace of Versailles

If you are feeling more adventurous, you can travel with your significant other to the Palace of Versailles. You can have a romantic walk in the amazing gardens, look around the incredible golden palace, and learn about the history of the place and its owners. This is one trip to remember so, if you are planning on asking important questions or making big announcements, this is the perfect place to do it.  

 

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  1. Admire the Eiffel Tower.

Last, but not least, the traditional trip to the Eiffel Tower should not be missed. This is the perfect spot to witness true love, marriage proposals, romantic portraits, long kisses, with the most amazing background in the whole city. During the day, it is possible to enjoy a classic parisian picnic with a glass of pink Champagne, with some cheese and crackers. At night, you can’t miss how the tower sparkles every hour with its 20,000 golden lights.

 

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The streets of Paris are the perfect scenery for the most romantic gestures among tourists and locals. These five recommendations are impossible to fail if you are seeking the most romantic adventures in the City of Love. Don’t miss any opportunity to surprise your significant other with the best plans for Valentine’s Day during your stay in Paris.  

5 ways to find love in Amsterdam

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The magical atmosphere that Amsterdam offers is perfect for a romantic getaway. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, Amsterdam glows more than ever and becomes the perfect spot for love to bloom. If you are ever in the Dutch capital looking for some romantic activities to do with your better half, this list can help you decide how to surprise him or her.

 

1. Celebrate with music.
Concertgebouw is one of the most special stages during the romantic festivities. It is the perfect place to listen the best programs of classical, pop, and jazz music, performed by the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra. This concert hall is the place to dine while witnessing important works of legends such as Verdi and Puccini. Remember to book your tickets in advance because of the high demand of the shows.

 

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2. Athletic love.
If you and your significant other are run lovers, this idea is perfect for you. Every year on February 14th the Valentijnsloop (Valentine’s Run) takes place in Amsterdam, where approximately 500 sports fanatic couples or singles run for love on a 5k journey through the Vondelpark. The runners that run in couples start the course at 20:00 hours, the single runner ladies follow up, and finally the single men chase them. The park is specially lightened, the atmosphere is set by DJ Amor, there are chocolate fountains at the finish line, and all participants receive special glow-in-the-dark glowsticks.

 

3. A romantic bike ride.
To get fresh air and spend some hours in the middle of nature with your love, a bike ride through Amsterdamse bos, or the Amsterdam forest, is the perfect activity. In this incredible forest, one can rent a rowboat or take a swim to refresh. Besides, romantic picnics take place in the beautiful park while watching the sunset.

 

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4. Kiss on the Skinny Bridge.
The Magere Brug or Skinny Bridge is famous for once being too narrow for two people to pass at the same time. Widened in the 19th century, this bridge is one of the most stunning bridges in Amsterdam, known for its illumination at night. Supposedly, this bridge was built for two skinny sisters that lived in opposite sides of the Amstel River, and needed an easy way to visit each other. But, nowadays the legend tells that, if one want love to last forever, one must kiss on the bridge to be blessed with everlasting love.

 

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5. Sail for love.
There is nothing more romantic than cruising through the UNESCO-recognized canals and waterways of Amsterdam. Different boats are rented for big groups, so you and your friends can have a great private party. For couples, it is recommended to rent a small private boat with a professional sailor, relax through the journey, and admire the city’s historic buildings around.

 

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The idyllic landscapes and cityscapes of Amsterdam are the perfect views for a romantic escape from the day-to-day life. This city is a fun option for your affectionate journey, and these are just some of the many activities that Amsterdam has to entertain its visitors. We hope these ideas help you decide on your Valentine’s Day plans.

12 months, 12 destinations

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The best way to welcome 2016 is planning all the trips and journeys you will be doing throughout this new year. The wideness of the world, its traditions, and different cultures make it possible to consider one destination for each month of the year; 12 months, 12 destinations. We hope this suggestions are useful and of interest for all our travelers and readers around the world.

 

  1. January: Sydney Festival, Australia

 

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Every year in Australia is welcome by the biggest art festival in the whole country, the Sydney Festival. Plastic expositions, art installations, plays, and even opera events are presented during this three week festival. Every year, more than 1000 exponents from the world present their art in this acclaimed festival. There are more than 30 different stages for several events, spread throughout the city.

 

In its program, the Sydney Festival considers appropriate activities for everyone to enjoy. Among its categories one can find: Cinema, Music, Theater, Dance, Opera and Art Installations. The festival organizes both free and ticket only events. Each year 500,000 assistants are estimated to the free events and more than 150,000 assistants to the exclusive programs.

 

In this occasion, Sydney opens its doors from January 7th to 26th 2016, to any voyager who is interested in arts and who wants to enjoy the numerous events that this festival has prepared for everyone.

 

 

 

 

 
 

  1. February: Rio de Janeiro Carnival, Brasil

 

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Forty days before Easter, Rio de Janeiro watches the biggest parade in the country, where tourists and locals party in the avenues, streets, and beaches of the city during four whole consecutive days. Originally, this carnival was represented to welcome the Spring every year, and in fact, Brazil is not the only Latin American country to organize a party like this one. Little by little, cariocas’ personality has overtaken the festivity to make it the huge celebration it is today.

 

During the Carnival in Rio, different samba schools and musical bands participate in the parade, being the main attraction since the 20th century. Even though it may appear as a hollow festivity, these dance schools work throughout the whole year to prepare the best show, based in a specific theme of historical importance and relevance.

 

Besides, this festival is a main source of income for cities like Rio de Janeiro, Bahía, São Paulo, and Recife, where the biggest carnivals are performed. These cities create jobs through the Carnival to maintain their traditions alive, so they can share to the world a bit of their history, traditional dances, music, costumes, food, and other aspects of their culture.

 

 

 

 
 

  1. March: Holi Festival, India

 

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Entering Spring, men and women in India unite in one of the greatests and most important parties in the country. Filling the streets and people’s faces with color, the Color Festival or Holi is the way indians celebrate the triumph of the good over evil. During this celebration, the assistants throw colorful dust named Gulal, painting everything in their paths, including other people. This is held in representation of unity and celebrating that, this day everyone is equal, regardless of religion, gender, profession, age, origin, or socioeconomic level.

 

The origins of the Holi Festival come from before the 7th century, from very antique and traditional religious rituals. The festival as we know it nowadays, has been modified to become the most colorful party to run in the streets of India and other countries that have adapted the festival to their cultures. Fortunately, the festival has a lot of participation, including foreign assistants that travel exclusively to be a part of this tradition.

 

The different Hindu rituals that are performed during the celebration are held to drive away bad spirits, and attract only good vibes. The participants are encouraged to carry water guns, balloons, and syringes as “weapons” to paint everyone with colored water during the celebrations of this Festival.

 

 

 

 
 

  1. April: Songkran, Thailand.

 

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Songkran or the Buddhist New Year is the biggest and funniest party celebrated in Thailand. A couple of days before the month of april, the whole country is prepared for a very wet festivity. During this festivity, buddhist monks wash religious antiques and figures, praying for abundant rains for the season. These days are also used to celebrate the elder people of the country, like teachers and grandparents. In one ceremony, children must wash their elders’ hands to be blessed with good health and a prosper life.

 

When the religious ceremonies are over, the streets are ready to the water battle that awaits. Everyone prepares with balloons, water guns, hoses, and even pools to attack tourists and locals. Even people on their automobiles are ready with their weapons to attack dry pedestrians.

 

To end the festivities, natives prepare a parade in which Miss Songkran is presented along with some religious statues. The streets are filled with people eating, dancing, singing, or playing musical instruments. Depending on the region of Thailand in which this festivity is celebrated, the locals also tend to finish the activities on rivers and cascades.

 

 

 

 
 

  1. May: Bay to Breakers, San Francisco, USA

 

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The third sunday of May, the city of San Francisco is ready to host the famous 12 km race, Bay to Breakers. This race starts at the bay of San Francisco, continues across the city, and conclude in the Pacific beaches where the waves break. The story behind this race dates from the year 1906, when a disastrous earthquake hit San Francisco. This event was created to cheer up San Francisco inhabitants after the disaster and it is very famous for its participants who often attend naked or in very striking outfits.

 

Bay to Breakers is also famous for its “centipede” competition in which a group of runners participate in the race tied to each other in the shape of a human centipede. Another runner goes through the race by their side in case he or she needs to replace an element of the centipede because of a dropout or injury.

 

Up until 2010, Bay to Breakers was officially considered the biggest race in the world. It has been surpassed by City2surf in Sydney, Australia. Still, every year San Francisco receive more than 60,000 participants and 100,000 spectators.

 

 

 

 

 
 

  1. June: Lisbon Festivities, Portugal.

 

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During the month of June the streets of Lisbon receive thousands of visitors, anxious to participate in the famous Festivities of Lisbon. Different stages are prepared to receive the best in music, cinema, theater, and arts. Also, distinctive popular celebrations and traditions take place during June nights. Historical zones, like Av. Liberdade, and different neighborhoods of the city, are perfect sceneries for the local parties. Everyone who visits Lisbon during this holiday can learn about the most important traditions, popular dances, music, and food, like the traditional grilled sardines and portuguese wine.

 

Saint Anthony is the patron saint of the city, and is venerated by the inhabitants of Lisbon during this days. In June 12th a big parade takes place, in which the congregation march in the saint honor. The day after the parade, the collective wedding is held. This is a very popular and important day in Lisbon. In this wedding, the brides are known as “Saint Anthony Brides” because of his matchmaker fame.

 

During the nights of these celebrations, different popular parties are held in the Costelo, Mouraria, Alfama, Ajuda, and Barrio Alto neighborhoods. All of these parties are full of bright colors, adorned with wreaths and balloons. The different dances and traditional songs set a festive atmosphere under the moonlight.

 

 

 

 
 

  1. July: San Fermín Festivities, Pamplona, Spain.

 

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These Pamplona festivities or “Sanfermines” are part of a celebration held in honor of San Fermín de Amiens in the city of Navarra, Pamplona. During these festivities, the street parties converge with the religious celebrations, and it is very common to see the congregation attend both festivities. On one hand, the street party is filled with fun, music, food, and alcoholic drinks. This party takes place in the whole city, although it tends to concentrate in the old part of the city. On the other hand, the religious celebrations match the street parties due to a change in the religious calendar. Local churches celebrate masses and in their atriums some fairs and carnivals are held.

 

The taurine festivities and bullfighting are related to the sprees of the street, although they are a whole different celebration. The confinement is internationally known as the race in which bulls leave their pens in Santo Domingo, run through the old part of the city, and are conducted to the bullring. These confinements are held from july 7th to the 14th, and before they begin, the participants sing to San Fermín in order to receive blessings during this festivities.

 

In Pamplona it is forbidden to mistreat the bulls, cows, and heifers that participate in the confinement. It is absolutely prohibited to kick them, mount them, take them from their tails, or any abuse towards them. The assistant that realizes any of these actions is liable to a heavy fine and he or she is reprimanded by the crowd.

 

 

 

 
 

  1. August: La Tomatina, Buñol, Valencia, España

 

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This red celebration takes place in Buñol, Valencia, the third wednesday of every August since 1945. That year, a small fight among youngsters originated this now internationally famous spanish celebration. In the day of “La Tomatina” the participants arrive to the plaza and wait for the tomato ammunition that the city council grants for this event.

 

The first event is held at 10 in the morning and it is called the “soap stick”. This game consists in a competition in which the assistants try to reach a ham located at the top of a greasy pole. Once a participant reaches the ham, the tomato battle can begin. A variety of trucks arrive into the plaza and deliver near 150 tons of tomatoes for the Tomatina to start once the shoot is heard.

 

The battle ends approximately an hour after, when another shoot is heard to let the participants know that they have to stop throwing tomatoes at each other. Immediately, every participant starts cleaning the streets, while they clean themselves too. The tomatoes used in the Tomatina are cultivated specifically for the celebration, and they are not appropriate for human consumption. It is recommended that the assistants wear goggles or special glasses, and plastic gloves to protect themselves from getting hurt. It is also recommended to squish the tomatoes before throwing them to avoid hurting anybody.

 

 

 

 
 

  1. September: Burning Man, Nevada, USA

 

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Burning Man is an annual festival held during 7 days in a city that only exists during this celebration: Black Rock City or BRC. The festival takes place near a lake in the desert of Nevada and it has a cost of 390 US dollars. The origin of this festival comes from the parties held at the beach during the summer solstice in the end of the 80s. In one of these parties the assistants burned a doll of more than 2 meters high as an artistic expression. Since then, every year in September, the assistants to this festival help in the burning of a gigantic and wooden figure in the shape of a man.

 

This celebration is full of colors, fireworks, and a great show for the assistants. A huge wooden church is also built and burnt during sunday night, the last night of the festival. Nevertheless, while burning this temple, the participants must not make any sound, as it is not a party but a solemn event. During the whole festival week, the assistants write on the temple and leave photographs or notes that will be burnt in a spiritual metaphor.

 

This festival has several goals, like supporting plastic artists by letting them present their sculptures and giving scholarships for them to build their art and assist to the festival. Another objective of the festival is to raise awareness of nature and ecology, as well as making a great artistic impact in the assistants. During the festival, as the participants live for a week in the desert, the ground must stay clean and free of garbage, there should not be any disagreements or fights, and one can live in a peaceful environment. At the end of the event, there are no burnt wood residues, or any kind of waste. The festival has no sponsors; the assistants can bring everything they are going to need to live in the desert for a week and, usually, they share and make barters among other participants.

 

 

 

 
 

  1. October: Oktoberfest, Munich, Alemania

 

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More than 6 million of tourists participate in this popular german festival every year. Munich celebrates Oktoberfest in between september and october in the Teresa Meadow. This celebration is known as the festival of beer, and only certain beers that pass through quality control exams are served in the festival. The inauguration of the festival takes place when the brewers make their entrance parading in big horse cars that carry the beer kegs.

 

After the entrance, at noon, the Mayor of Munich opens the first beer barrel. The assistants tend to make bets about the number of hits that the Mayor needs to give the barrel for it to open. After this, and since 1835, a huge and traditional parade of typical costumes takes place. Almost 8,000 people participate in this celebration with traditional german costumes.

 

At the end of this festivity the assistants to the festival can taste and enjoy some of the hundreds of litres of beer that the festival has to offer, as well as typical german food, and other fair attractions, like games, and stages with musical, dance, and pop culture shows. It is no wonder why this festival is so popular around the world.

 

 

 

 
 

  1. November: Festival of Life and Death Traditions, Playa del Carmen, Mexico

 

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This festival is held in Xcaret, Playa del Carmen and in 2003 it was declared as Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. During this celebration, it is possible to enjoy the traditional mayan gastronomy of the region, as well as different rituals, workshops, altars, art expositions, dances, theater plays, and concerts of all kinds.

 

The festival takes place during the Day of the Death celebrations and its mission is to make the assistants travel in time and know everything about different mayan traditions. The festival also counts on the participation of invited countries, showing part of their culture and customs. In 2015, Xcaret received an important panel of colombian participants.

 

During this festival, the lonely lost souls of mayan ancestors are honored in a farewell celebration for them to find their way into the light. The candles that adorn the place, and other Day of the Death elements, like the altars, play an important part in the festivity for the souls to find their way home.

 

Another important part of this celebration is to introduce to the public indigenous products, made by local people, and by the invited countries. These products can be different crafts made with fabric, or sisal. Xcaret receives a numerous quantity of travelers with various activities for them to enjoy, in a family atmosphere, inside this majestic park.

 

 

 

 
 

  1. December: New Years Eve, Dubai, UAE

 

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There is no better place to receive the new year than an exotic and luxurious destination such as Dubai. Dubai was recently named the best city to receive the new year, because of its amazing show the last day of the year. During these dates, Dubai’s downtown brights in a special way to delight the travelers thanks to its enormous and very elegant buildings. The majestic dancing fountains are programed to be synchronized with music, and buildings like the Burj Khalifa are illuminated with more than 80,000 LED panels, imposing a world record.

 

At night, the sky is painted with more than 45 thousand fireworks with amazing designs, and every year the City Hall organized different international concerts with celebrities and musicians like David Guetta. Also, all of the Dubai’s fancy hotels host the most amazing parties with the most delicious dishes and cocktails to celebrate the entrance of the new year until sunrise.

 

If you are interested in Dubai as a New Year’s destination, don’t forget to book in time in order to get the best lodgment and parties. This is a very busy destination in Dubai and soon, every hotel is booked, and every ticket is sold for any important show during these days.
Here you have 12 favorite destinations to travel around the world the whole year. There is no excuse not to travel in 2016. We hope this suggestions are interesting for you and your family, and don’t forget to book your places on time.

New Year in San Francisco

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San Francisco is characterized by the blending of cultures that reside in its streets. This is reflected in all of the cultural aspects of the city, as their music, food and traditions. Especially during the new year celebrations, the city of San Francisco shines thanks to its traditional attractions and has more of an ideal event for all who visit.

 

One of the most traditional events in San Francisco is the new year’s eve dance offered by City Hall. The architectural stage is really admirable with the marble floor and a grand staircase. The dance floor is always full of lights and you can find a bar on every corner of the place. This event is ideal for hip-hop music lovers and those who love the best party atmosphere.

 

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Another important event is the new year celebration at Gordon Borsch, which takes place at the edge of a pier located in the Hills Bros building. This is an event that is accessible with a ticket and is very exclusive. The festival-goers enjoy a fine selection of specialty beers and gourmet snacks to choose from.

 

Although the pier is an important destination to enjoy a major show of lights and fireworks, San Francisco is characterized by several tourist attractions to delight its visitors with the most impressive fireworks in the United States. The Ferry building and the bridge of San Francisco can be privileged places to watch this show.

 

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Visitors favourite activity in San Francisco is to sail on a cruise ship. Parties offered on these ships are very famous for their big dance shows and give a marine setting from where you can also see traditional fireworks. The cruises also offer dinners and cocktails for any budget.

 

For anyone looking for a quiet place where you can spend new year’s eve, various theatres and hotels in the city offer shows for the whole family. Concerts, dance shows, plays, and comedians are just some examples of shows that are possible to enjoy in any establishment in the city.

 

All of these shows are performed in advance so it is important to reserve them in the same way. San Francisco is a favourite destination to receive the new year around the world, so it is advisable to carry out research and reservations of hotels, tours, cruises and other activities in advance so that you can enjoy the best that San Francisco has to offer.

 

New Year in Rome

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Little by little, Rome has become a favourite destination to visit during the festivities of new year’s eve. The magic of all Italy is concentrated in a single city to give visitors the best of this country. The big parties are not strange to the eyes of the Romans, so if you are in search of a big celebration to welcome the new year, Rome is an excellent choice.

 

Unlike many countries in America and Europe, Rome does not celebrate the arrival of the new year with the traditional twelve grapes. The Romans enjoy the evening patiently waiting for midnight and toasting with sparkling wine, they also expect a grand dinner or cenone, which includes lentils with pork leg or Italian Lenticchie with zampone. The belief is that these lentils are a symbol of abundance and will provide money in the coming year.

 

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For those who enjoy the arrival of the new year on the streets, the different squares of Rome are filled with visitors from all over the world waiting for the traditional fireworks. in many places of the city and other buildings such as Circus Maximus and Fori Imperiali, offer important free concerts to the public. Every year the Piazza del Quirinale offers a concert of classical music to which the president of Italian Republic attends.

 

To view the fireworks to bid farewell to the old year from the best place, it is possible to go up to the terrace of the Gianicolo, Pincio, the Colosseum, or the Ponte Sant’Angelo. These are high points of the city with views that allow you to watch the show in the best way. The next day, at almost any point in the city, it is possible to find free features of theatre, dance, and music for both children and adults.

 

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Visitors can enjoy the shows until after midnight, the metro runs until 2:30 in the morning. However, buses no longer operate after 10:00 pm and it is very difficult to find taxis during new year’s eve. To those who plan to leave their hotel to bid farewell to the old year, it is recommended to take a map and do not stray much from the area in which they are staying.

 

New year in New York

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New year’s eve celebrations tend to be very expected in any part of the world and are now very close. The destination par to excellence to enjoy a good new year celebration is New York. With more than a hundred years of traditions, New York is home to several traditional events to bid farewell to the old year. Discover what these traditional festivities are and more details about them in this article.

 

Undoubtedly, the most famous tradition to bid farewell to the year in New York is the fall of the “grand ball” from Times Square. In 1907, the offices of the New York Times were located at the intersection of 42nd street and Broadway. To celebrate the arrival of the year 1908, the directors of this gazette were sent to build a large sphere, which became a symbol of the celebrations of the end of the year and New York City.

 

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Each year, at 6:00 pm, people begin to agglomerate in Times Square to see the ball drop in the intersection of these streets. One minute before the new year the sphere begins to descend and the excitement of the countdown invades the public. When the “grand ball” goes down completely and the count comes to an end, the New Yorkers kiss their partners passionately to welcome the new year.

 

This celebration is attended by close to a million people and millions more witness it via television. This is why it is recommended to arrive many hours in advance to the event to ensure a good place. In some nearby streets there are big screens placed so that no one is left without witnessing this act.

 

This is the most famous celebration in New York. In Central Park, athletes and visitors gather at midnight to welcome the new year with a marathon. The organizers offer drinks, a great dance floor, and an impressive fireworks show for all of those wishing to spend the end of the year doing sports.

 

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Brooklyn also offers a large show for those who want to celebrate the arrival of the new year at the famous bridge. The annual trek of the Brooklyn Bridge where people cross the bridge to Manhattan to watch the fireworks with an amazing view. This event is truly unique and very romantic. It is possible to bring alcoholic beverages to celebrate in the streets until you reach one of the thousands of bars, clubs, or restaurants that receive customers overnight in New York.

 

These are just some of the thousands of options that New York offers to visitors at the end of the year. Remember that this destination, as well as others, is very busy and it is necessary to make reservations in advance to ensure a place in any event you wish to attend as well as in lodging.

 

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New year in London

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London has been placed on the top of most visited cities in Europe in recent years. Being a host of traditions, rich history, and incredible activities, the city receives millions of visitors each year, especially as the holiday season approaches. This great city is an excellent destination to spend new year’s eve, and in this article we will present some of the activities offered to tourists on these dates.

 

To spend new year’s eve in London it is necessary to know that it should be planned in advance, since, specifically lodging, is scarce during these times, as well as reservations in restaurants and theatres in this city. Apart from that, London streets are home to lots of recreation for all ages, as well as various festivities for enjoyment of all visitors.

 

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The famous fireworks that take place at the London Eye are completely captive in London. This show begins after the chimes of Big Ben are finished. Also sung is “Auld Lang Syne”, instead of the eating of the traditional grapes. These chimes attract thousands of people each year and are part of this beautiful tradition in England.

To watch the fireworks from the other side, as well as the London Eye, the River Thames hosts a cruise to see the fireworks from privileged seats. These cruises have a dinner before the fireworks and a party after them.

 

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On the night of December 31, London is filled with dances and dinners at each of the venues and hotels in the city. Important dances, such as the Vintage New Year’s Ball and the London New Year’s Eve Ball are held exclusively for those wishing to spend a magical evening full of mystery, music, drink, casinos, games, party, and delicious food. To attend these dances it is necessary to purchase a ticket in advance, but it is really worth it.

 

While the day of January 1st is a holiday in London and many businesses do not open, there are several attractions in the city which you can visit at restricted times. Some of the museums that open the first day of the year are Churchill War Rooms, Museum of London, Natural History Museum, and Science Museum. The London Zoo, as well as tour buses and Shakespeare’s Globe exhibition is also available.

 

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To finish the ride of the new year, we recommend visiting circuses and the Winter Wonderland skating rinks. This is an expected event that take place every year in Hyde Park during the months of December and January to commemorate Christmas. In the markets you can find souvenirs and typical food of the season, as well as some other allegorical attractions of winter.

 

New years eve in the Iguazu falls

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The Iguazu falls are pure excellence, one of the most visited destinations, and one of the most famous waterfalls in the world. Throughout the year, Iguazu receives millions of visitors from all parts of the world, and make a special new year celebrations for tourists and locals to enjoy the magical landscapes and waters of this place.

 

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For the year 2015, Puerto Iguazu received 1,188,563 tourists from across Argentina, Brazil, Venezuela< united States, France, Spain and Japan, among others. This is the fifth consecutive year in which it has gone beyond a million visitors on a single date. The falls offer a natural spectacle, unique and impossible to find elsewhere in the world. In addition to this, various commemorative events are organized each year to welcome the new year.

 

From a party with music and cocktails, to an impressive fireworks show for visitors to enjoy. Hotels in this region are responsible for making the best environment for their guests, and with the best view of the falls. Also, for the first few days of the year tours and trips are offered to explore and learn about cataracts to fund, as well as the flora and fauna of the place.

 

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During these travels, it is possible to know the Iguazu falls Brazilian side, as well as the Argentinian side. Visitors can also take the ecological jungle train to get to the Devil’s Throat. This stop is a favourite of many tourists for the impressive natural spectacle offered. Similarly, the green trail is another meeting point for all visitors looking to approach the fauna of the place, while enjoying the natural pools.

 

For those in search of adventure, Iguazu allows some extreme sports such as trekking. The jungle provides a 7km tour where you can practice trekking and keep in touch with the fauna at the same time; the jungle safari is the best choice. On the other hand, the Iguazu park puts at the disposal of its visitors different shops with souvenirs and local handcrafts, restaurants, and cafes to rest a few moments.

 

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New year is an excellent date to visit the port of Iguazu falls and its waterfalls thanks to all of the festivals, attractions, and events surrounding this celebration. However, it is important to note that this date is the busiest of this destination, so it is necessary to travel with patience to enjoy this visit.

 

A Great Birthday Celebration

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November 18 of this year, the most famous mouse in the world is 87 years old. Disney movies are embolic and have representatives of their characters in toys and theme parks; Mickey Mouse is one of the iconic characters of many around the world.

 

The Disney company celebrates the creation of Mickey on November 18, 1928, when the premiere of the first cartoon with sound took place, which would actually be the third appearance of this mouse. Since its inception and until 1947, its creator, Walt Disney, provided his voice to create the life of this character. Bret Iwan is currently the actor who plays the voice of Mickey Mouse now.

 

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Mickey Mouse is the host of any Disney destination, from the first Disneyland in California, to Disneyland in Paris. In any of these theme parks, young and old, have a great trip full of magic, colors, and lots of fun. One of the most popular Disney destinations in the world is the Walt Disney resort in Florida.

 

This favorite destination of travelers contains several theme parks within it, as well as hosts old hotels for the complete Disney experience throughout your stay. The complex has 4 theme parks, 2 waterparks, 6 golf courses, and a sports complex.

 

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For the comfort of all, Walt Disney world has a network of buses free of charge for all visitors, since the distance between the parks tends to be quite long. It also has services such as FASTPASS, which shortens the lines in the 4 theme parks and is offered at the entrance of the park. Also offered is the system Ears To The World and Disney Complete show translator, which allows foreigners to listen any attraction in their language free of charge.

 

Without a doubt, any Disney resort is perfectly designed so that, in the company of Mickey Mouse, his friends, and any visitor has one of the best experiences of their life in any of its theme parks. Both, big and small, will not regret living a few days in this magical world that Disney has made for the enjoyment for everyone.

 

Pirates Week on the Cayman Islands

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Pirate’s week is held the first 11 days of November on the Cayman Islands. The locals wait eagerly to days before to experience an environment totally nautical and mysterious, full of street dances, games, food, local drinks, amazing parades, plays, and fireworks.

 

This important week on the Cayman Islands is celebrated to remember the days when the pirates visited the ports and hid in this paradise. Children are mainly those who enjoy the attractions of this holiday, thanks to different attractions of the street fairs and different competitions. One of the most important competitions in this celebration is the national competition of songs, which is celebrated at the beginning of the week. Accompanying this contest, a grand opening party is held, as well as a pirate costume contest and the crowning of the queen of the festival.

 

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Among the fun and exciting attractions, is the “pirate invasion”, which takes place the first Saturday of the week. This event starts in the sea, where two crews are ready to take the port of George Town and “capture” its governor. This event is spectacular and adds great value to the already beautiful Caribbean.

 

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In addition to amazing parties be held in the month of November, these beautiful islands offer different performances and experiences throughout the year. This is a luxurious tourist destination, since it has hundreds of attractions to enjoy during the day and night, such as beaches, rainforests, amazing restaurants and nightclubs, lots of music, and the best parties for all travelers.