Festivals

6 Brilliant Events in Europe this April
There’s plenty to look forward to in Europe this spring – the following are just 6 of our top things to do in April in Europe…
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The Top 13 Scariest Places in Europe
Who doesn’t love a good fright from time-to-time? Well now you can incorporate this into your holiday with the scariest places in Europe. FYI…these are not reserved for Hallowe'en alone.
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15 of Europe’s end-of-summer festivals
Summer’s not over until the first leaf falls so keep the sunny spirit alive and hit up some of Europe’s best end-of-summer festivals before the streets burn orange.
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What’s on in Dublin on St. Patrick’s Day
Paint the town green in the place where it all began and spend St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin this year. Here’s our ‘what to do in Dublin’ guide to the city’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities.
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Why Edinburgh is the ultimate festival city
The Scottish capital is alive with festival activity 365 days a year. Join in the celebrations and come to see why Edinburgh really is the ultimate festival city.
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7 of the best festivals in Brussels
Plan your sight-seeing to the soundtrack of open-air concerts and head to Brussels during one of its many festival periods. Here's our guide to seven of the best festivals in the Belgian capital.
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17 Places to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Europe
Paddy's Day has become an international celebration so don't worry if you can't be in Ireland on the 17th of March. Here is a list of 17 places to celebrate St. Patrick's Day outside Ireland...
Europe’s Best Carnivals
Feathers, sequins, elaborate costumes, loud music, dancing, singing, eating and drinking… what’s not to love about a good carnival knees up?
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Semana Santa Malaga – Easter festivals and fairs
The Spanish celebration of Holy Week takes Easter festivities to a new level. Here is our guide to the Semana Santa festivals and fairs in Malaga.
5 reasons why Glasgow's music is the best
As the beating heart of Scotland’s largest city, music has lent a hand in weaving the Glaswegian culture the world has come to know and love. Here are five reasons why music in Glasgow is the best.
Top Festivals to Visit in Bristol
Festival lover? Bristol hosts festivals covering everything from food and comedy to balloons, music and more. Here are the top festivals to visit in Bristol.
Re-Joyce! How to Have a Proper Bloomsday in Dublin
Bloomsday is celebrated all over the world, but there’s nowhere better to celebrate it than in Dublin city. The following are a few proper Joycean things you can do in Dublin on Bloomsday.
You Say Tomato… La Tomatina Survival Guide
On the last Wednesday of August every year, a small town in eastern Spain becomes a scene of absolute carnage. By the time the fight ends, the streets run red… with mushed tomatoes.
A Local’s Guide to Novalja, Pag
The idyllic Croatian island of Pag will play host to this year’s Sonus festival. Here are some top tips that usually only locals get to know about.
15 Music Festival Dos And Don’ts
Whether you’re pitching up for a whole weekend of festival antics or you’re just jetting in for the day, check out the following dos and don’ts and get ready for a summer to remember.