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  1. Recommended Reads For Your Venice Holiday 2012-03-24
    The evocative city of Venice, which is shrouded by a network of murky lagoons and descending mists, has captured the imagination of generations of novelists. Once you get your first glimpse of the city during your Venice airport water taxi transfer, it won´t be hard to see why so many books have been set in and around its haunting alleyways, glistening lagoons and beautiful architecture.
  2. The Tradition Of Sending Greetings 2012-03-16
    People love to send each other greetings and gifts to mark special occasions in life such as birthdays, weddings, passing exams or getting a new job. This practice is by no means new, and in fact, has been observed for thousands of years. Many ancient cultures have practiced this...
  3. How The Celebration Of Valentine S Day Started In Europe 2012-01-28
    In England and North America, Valentine's Day has a long history and tradition. After the Second World War, the influence of this day to lovers expanded to Central Europe. The day of love is also a day of friendship, particularly in England and North America, where one prepares a surprise in the form of flowers and small gifts.
  4. February Holidays Celebrate With Food 2012-01-28
    In the United States we observe four holidays although only one is actually a national holiday. Lincoln's and Washington's birthdays used to be observed separately, but were finally grouped together into one holiday known as President's Day. President's Day is the legal holiday and all federal offices are closed as are most schools and city offices.
  5. Travel Trends Begin New Decade What You Should Know 2010-01-2
    When the ball drops in Times Square, the new year will begin a new decade. But some travel trends from 2009 will be sticking around. So what travel trends should a savvy traveler be aware of in 2010?
  6. The Origins Of The Christmas Tree 2009-12-19
    No one knows for sure the exact origins of the Christmas tree. However, many believe that the tradition of bringing a tree into the home around Christmas time and then decorating it with ornaments...
  7. The Crookedest Christmas Tree 2009-12-10
    If you're out of work and broke this Christmas, take heart. You can always follow Dad's Plan B.
  8. About Personalized Ornaments 2009-11-19
    Study unveils just around eighty eight percent of Americans take part in decorating their holiday tree with Christmas ornaments. The ornaments stand for great memories, family heirlooms and individuals creative tastes. Due to its popularity, model gifts for Xmas are personalized ornaments. The decorations can showcase themes for sports fans, pets, the hobbyist or collector, Grandma and Grandpa and baby ornaments for that unique new arrival.
  9. Weaving Easter Traditions Into Easter Cupcake Decorating Ideas 2009-04-1
    Have you ever asked the question 'What do bunnies have to do with eggs and Easter?' As I show you some Easter cupcake decorating ideas I will attempt to explain what the tradition behind the symbol.
  10. Celebrate This Valentines Day 2009-01-27
    Valentines Day is also referred to as Saint Valentines Day. It is a day which is celebrated in most of the countries and is celebrated on February 14 every year. On this particular day, generally love notes are exchanged by way of 'valentines'. This could resemble symbols like doves, Cupid or heart-shaped figures.
  11. Easter Egg Tradition 2009-01-27
    Whats the correct way to celebrate Easter? For Christians, the holiday known as Easter is the most vital day of the year. It is even more significant than Xmas, as it is the completion of the tale that started on Xmas day.
  12. Sebes A Transylvanian City 2008-11-10
    I am in Romania in Eastern Europe in the small town of Sebes which has a population of around 30,000 people. The town was settled by the Germans in the thirteenth century and was at that time known as Muhlbach. Sebes lies in the western part of the country in the area known as Transylvania.
  13. Romania Ripe For Investment 2008-11-10
    Romania has emerged from the shadow of communism and joined the EU. Demand for property in capital Bucharest is outstripping supply and the investment market is ready to rocket!
  14. Oktoberfest The Largest Fair In The World 2008-11-10
    Oktoberfest is the largest fair in the world, and one of Munich's most famous events. With six million attendees every year, it is also an important part of Bavarian culture.
  15. How To Make Christmas Decorating Fun 2008-11-10
    Christmas decorating both indoor and outdoor can be fun and the whole family can have a great time on the adventure. One of the favorite things to do for making a cheap Christmas decoration is to use holiday cards that you received from previous years. One type of outdoor Christmas decoration is a homemade Santa sled.
  16. How To See The Best Of Germany In Two Weeks 2008-11-10
    If you only have 14 days in the beautiful German countryside, it's important to make the most of your time. Here are some tourist tips to ensure that your two weeks are spent in the most efficient, memorable ways.
  17. How To Find Unique Easter Eggs 2008-11-10
    Easter would not be Easter without Easter eggs. This symbol has been a part of this spring time holiday for generations. Easter Egg decorating is something that we all love to do and various countries and cultures each have, over the years, developed their own unique ways of making Easter eggs and special and memorable part of this holiday.
  18. Holiday Glam Ups With Ornaments 2008-11-10
    The Christmas ornaments are all the rage these days and are worthy components of Christmas decoration. There are so much to do with these-from decorating the tree to the hallways and the front yard. Know more about these varied Christmas ornaments here.
  19. History Of Easter Gifts 2008-11-10
    Easter gifts have a long and fascinating history. Gifting is tied to the holiday known as Easter, and ancient Pagan rituals focused at this time of year upon the renewal of the earth, the upcoming green new growth that the emerging sunlight and warmer weather encouraged, and the idea of birth and rebirth. The egg is a symbol of all of these ideas, and was adopted by and still is used in Christian Easter celebrations to this day.
  20. History Of Chocolate Easter Confection 2008-11-10
    The Mayans and Aztecs were two ancient people groups of Southern Mexico and Guatemala. What did they have to do with the history of Easter? This is where chocolate originated, and tied to the history of chocolate Easter confections provides a rich holiday legacy.
  21. Greece The Glory Of Cretan Wine 2008-11-10
    Greek sweet wines from Candia became the ultimate luxury in the 16th century. Among aristocrats and the affluent in Moscow, London, Constantinople (renamed Istanbul in 1453), Seville, Krakow, Hamburg, Marseilles, Naples and Venice, Cretan Malvasia was recommended for its soothing, as well as invigorating, properties. Travellers to Crete produced an abundance of detailed descriptions about how wine was made-by boiling the must, partly sun-drying the grapes or blending old and new wine.
  22. Gingerbread Men 2008-11-10
    Gingerbread cakes and cookies have long been a holiday tradition. Discover the origins of this confection and its relationship with the Christmas season.
  23. Easter Bunny History 2008-11-10
    To some, Easter is a serious religious holiday. To others, it's a celebration of the end of winter and of renewal and beginnings. To others, it's both – but to children, it's often about a chocolate Easter bunny gift, colored eggs, and other sweet surprises.
  24. Easter Basket History 2008-11-10
    It's hard to imagine Easter without Easter baskets. Traditionally, these are filled with candy treats such as chocolates and jelly beans, usually in the shape of an egg. There may also be hollow plastic eggs with coins or other treats inside.
  25. Do All Countries Have The Same Speed Limits For The Highways 2008-11-10
    A speed limit is the fastest speed that one is allowed to travel on roadways in a motor vehicle. Speed limits are usually set by legislative bodies and enforced by law enforcement. The speed limits that are set are usually what is appropriate for the driving conditions on a particular road.
  26. Decorating Your Christmas Tree Tips And Ideas 2008-11-10
    Things to consider when decorating your artificial Christmas tree.
  27. Christmas Trivia Animal Crackers In My Christmas Tree 2008-11-10
    Christmas is quickly approaching and time is getting short to prepare for holiday festivities. This means hours spent searching for, transporting, and decorating the perfect Christmas tree. Liven up your holiday activities with Christmas tree trivia.
  28. Christmas Ornaments 2008-11-10
    The trend of using Christmas ornaments for decor has come in vogue since long. Resplendent glass reflector ornaments, shining Christmas tree balls and shimmering stars hanging from Christmas trees render beauty and charm to the festival of joy.
  29. Christmas Lights And Other Popular Holiday Decorations 2008-11-10
    Why do we love to “deck the halls with boughs of holly”? People have participated in symbolic celebrations since the dawn of time. In Western cultures today, one of the most popular holidays that we associate with specific traditions, decorations, shapes, colors, and songs is Christmas.
  30. Cd Wow Pre Christmas Sales 2008-11-10
    Have you heard of the online shop, CD WOW? If so, then did you know about their Pre Christmas Sales? Yes, thats right. CD WOW are currently operating a pre-christmas sale for their customers...