Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

Eastern Europe

The Wheel Dance of Brod

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Wheel Dance of Brod (Brodsko kolo) is the oldest folk festival in Croatia. It features folkloric dances, and many other traditional programmes.

Mykonos: Home of Hedonism and Beauty on the Aegean

Aleksandr Shatskih

Good things come in small packages, and nowhere is that more obvious than on the tiny Greek island of Mykonos. All 100 square kilometers of it are alive with a spirit unrivaled in the world.

Kiev International Film Festival 2011 News

Phil Butler

Visitors to Ukraine, particularly Kiev, will have the unique added attraction of the Kiev International Film Festival to take in. From September 15th until the 20th, Kiev will be a bit brighter than usual because of the added International stars visiting. The stars will come out to light up the Kiyv night.

Wedding in Galičnik, a Macedonian Treasure

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Galičnik Wedding takes place every year on St. Peter’s Day (July 12), in Galičnik, a scenic mountain village, one of the oldest Mijak villages in the region.

Celebrating Lithuania: Klaipėda Sea Festival 2011

Mihaela Lica Butler

The summer festival, Klaipėda Sea Festival (Jūros šventė), is one of the most spectacular celebrations in Lithuania. 30 days of fun, the festival features authentic cuisine, arts and crafts, and the true spirit of the country.

Turkey Events: The 18th Aspendos International Opera and Ballet Festival

Phil Butler

If ever anyone dreamed of experiencing the performing arts from within the perfect venue, then Antalya and the Aspendos Antique Theatre is the place to be. Beginning in June 9th with a debut performance of Carmen by the İstanbul State Opera and Ballet, visitors to Antalya can enjoy the 18th Aspendos International Opera and Ballet Festival, but one magical event in Turkey’s 2011 repertoire.

Get the Treatment at Piestany – Slovakia’s Best Kept Secret

Phil Butler

For your upcoming trip to Eastern Europe, Slovakia in particular, the Concours D´Elegance “Golden Ribbons” classic car show in Piešťany is a chance to kill two birds with one visit. Sponsored by the world famous Health Spa Piešťany, the show runs from June 2nd until June 5th.

Beer Festival 2011 in Békéscsaba

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Beer Festival and Knuckle Parade in Csaba will take place 9 to 13 June, 2011. The festival features 30 types of beer, traditional cuisine, live concerts and much more.

Hippie Festival in Matala, Crete

Mihaela Lica Butler

The festival, a reunion of the hippies who once stayed in Matala’s famed caves, is scheduled for Saturday the 11th to Monday 13th of June 2011.

Tokaji Wine Festival 2011 in Full Swing

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Tokaji Wine Festival (Tokaji Borok Fesztiválja) is ongoing. It opened yesterday, and it will last till Sunday, May 29, 2011.

Split: A City Break With A Difference

Aleksandr Shatskih

If you’re in the market for a destination that combines a city break with culture and some down time at the beach, then the Croatian city of Split may be just the place. Despite its huge popularity with tourists thanks to its beaches, its assorted restaurants and its exciting nightlife, Split nevertheless retains an age-old […]