Last night we had a couple of new friends come over and celebrate Halloween with us. No big deal you say, excepting that the couple is from France, where they really don’t celebrate Halloween. What?!? Yup, another American “Hallmark Holiday” somehow does not catch on overseas: go figure. But how can this happen?!? It is American, and

For a whole week (November 20 – 26, 2006), LUCERNE FESTIVAL – PIANO 2006 will host a number of leading pianists from all over the world, offering select recital programs and orchestra concerts. What’s more, within the scope of PIANO Off-Stage! ten jazz pianists will be performing at the city’s most beautiful bars and

Eager for Daniel Craig’s debut as James Bond this November? Try jet-setting to the birthplace of Bond- novelist Ian Fleming’s Goldeneye Estate in Jamaica- for your own “007″ adventures. Fleming penned his most famous Bond thrillers at this 18-acre paradise in Oracabessa. No wonder the island’s tropical forests, lush gardens and

New York, NY, October 2006 — A flurry of openings, renovations and commendations mark the hotel scene in Finland. From upscale properties in Helsinki to airport, business, budget hotels and tourism complexes, new offerings are in the works throughout the country. Coming Soon – Opening in spring 2007, the Hotel GLO, part of the the Palace Kämp

The South of Auckland Touring Route encompasses both Manukau City and the Franklin District. You’ll discover an appealing blend of urban and rural spaces. Enjoy forests, lakes, waterfalls, country villages and 320 kilometres of picturesque coastline. Manukau is home to more than 165 ethnic groups, making it one of the most multicultural population centres