Discover this year’s latest models in the sailing world at the Salon Nautique International de Paris, one of the most important sailing exhibitions in France and Europe.
More than 271,000 spectators are expected to attend the event, which will feature more than 1200 exhibitors and 1400 brands, all representing around 25 countries.
The annual show has expanded this year to accommodate new exhibitors, leaders in the sectors of motorboating, fishing and diving.
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Estrella Damm Primavera Club 2007 is one of the biggest and greatest music festivals of the winter, scheduled to take place from December 3-8 at the Apolo and the Parc del F?rum Auditorium in Barcelona.
Electronic music is the main genre at this festival, and the talent featured will be a mix of emerging artists and cult legends at both national and international level.
This year’s programme will feature the following artists; Ainara LeGardon, Her Only Presence, Parts & Labor, Albaialeix, Jet Lag, The Ponys, Bishop Allen, John Vanderslice, The Right Ons, Bracken, Joseph Arthur , ruizpantale?n, Castanets , Kode9 & The Spaceape , Sanjosex, Crystal Castles, Lagartija Nick, Schwarz, Deerhunter , Le Jonathan Reilly, Stars Of The Lid, Earth, Liars, Thurston Moore, El Guincho, The New Pornographers, Von S?denfed , The Ettes, Nisei, Fanfarlo and No Age.
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It’s time to wrap up the week now with our favorite links from around the web.
With winter fast approaching in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s time to start thinking about Caribbean getaways. This collection of lesser-known and budget-friendly Caribbean islands from the CBC will jump-start your wanderlust.
Vagabondish (one of our favorite online magazines) ran a great article yesterday about overcoming your pre-trip anxieties.
Tags: BNT, Best, The, Week, 2007In the last few days, motor buffs have been arriving in Tokyo in their tens of thousands, as the 40th Tokyo Motor Show has returned to the Makuhari Messe in Chiba City, 40km from the Japanese capital. This event, one of the most important on the motor industry calendar, is a showcase of the latest and most dynamic machines of the future.
The show is hosted by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) and is a recognised international show by the industry’s leading body, the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles. It is a showcase of new cars currently in production and recently designed concept cars, yet the latter is more frequently seen at this event. In recent years, however, the Tokyo Motor Show is becoming widely renowned for displaying more flamboyant designs of concept cars, such as the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X, as shown in the photo.
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Hong Kong is a destination that offers you a world of choice in terms of fine cooking. There you will find some of the best Chinese restaurants that specialise in one or more of the following varieties of Chinese cuisine; Cantonese, Chiu Chow, Hunan, Szechan, Peking, Shanghai and even vegetarian Chinese food.
Some of the most exclusive restaurants are found in the big hotels and shopping districts. And as a major global city, the gastronomy of Hong Kong is rich in different cultural influences and flavours.
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We are now in the final stages of the annual cycling competition, “La Vuelta a Espa?a”, one of the three Grand Tours of the cycling world. Featuring the world’s top cyclists, this three-week long tour, covering more than 3,000 km (1,864 miles) is divided into 14 stages of thrilling races, the last of which will end on September 23rd.
Inspired by the famous races of the forementioned France, and also Italy, the first Vuelta a Espa?a took place in 1935, and was hailed a great success. The tour took a break between 1936 and 1939 due to the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War, before returning in 1941. However, the influence of World War II was too much for the neutral Spain, and the tournament was once again delayed until 1945.
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For two whole weeks, from September 22nd until October 7th, the world-famous Oktoberfest will once again take centre stage in Munich, Germany. Not only is it the world’s largest beer festival, it is also the world’s largest funfair, with at least six million visitors every year.
For those of you who don’t know, Oktoberfest began in 1810 as a commemoration of the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen, after whom the festival’s main ground, Theresienwiese, is named.
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Over the last eight weeks, people across Britain have enjoyed a wonderful series of classical concerts and other events associated with the largest classical music festival in the world, all brought to the stage by the very best performers. But alas, all good things have to come to an end. Not to worry though, because this Saturday will see the traditional season-ending final?, the Last Night of the Proms 2007.
Held at the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Last Night is arguably one of the most classical music concerts in the world. Not only are tickets for the concert highly sought-after (and often sold out), an audience of millions across the globe tune in on the TV or radio. For those lucky enough to get tickets, it is a fine opportunity to see the British at their patriotic best; many “Prommers” arrive at the venue dressed in Union Jack T-shirts, proudly waving the British flag when the traditional piece Rule Britannia is performed.
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Once in a Blue Moon….. It’s time again, the IRB Rugby World Cup 2007 will kick off September 7 th? in France!? We’re set to bring you up-to-speed and hope you will enjoy Rugby’s finest competitors.
1. History
Held every 4 (four) years, starting in 1987, the victors are awarded The William Webb Ellis trophy; named after the British schoolboy credited with the invention of the game.
2. Where?
Mostly hosted by the French this year (44 matches); Wales and Scotland will host 4 (four) and 2 (two) matches respectively.
Tags: Once, Blue, Moon, time, again, the, IRB, Rugby, World, Cup, 2007, will, kick, off, September, FranceNew US passport regulations go into effect on January 23, 2007. In order to re-enter the United States by plane from Mexico, Canada or the Caribbean, US citizens will need a passport.
Those coming back into the country by sea and land may still use a driver’s license and birth certificate to prove their citizenship. However, that is expected to change in the near future.
Currently about 73% of all US citizens do not have passports, so this may cause a shift in travel patterns over the next few years. Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands expect an influx of American vacationers, since they are the only Caribbean destinations not affected by the new rules.
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