This is Ibiza, so the party is on!
There are several promotion companies who plan special parties at nightclubs and venues around the island such as the infamous
Hed Kandi and Cream. Check out the nightclub web sites where a full list of events, DJs and live acts will be on the calendar.
The festival takes place in September and grows every year. Most bands perform at the Alcudia Auditorium.
www.auditorialcudia.net
A collection of over 150 childrens portraits, unusually exhibited in a converted underground water reservoir. Contemporary sculpture garden and great views over the bay of Alcudia.
Tel: {0034} 971 549 880
Cami del Coll Baix s/n
07400, Alcudia
Mallorca
Two months of concerts and events running throughout July and August. A vast array of musical styles from gospel to classical. www.festivalpollenca.org
Set high up in the Tramuntana Mountains above the steep coastline is the hill village of Deia, well worth a visit just for the scenic drive into the mountains. The beauty and seclusion of the village has long attracted many artists, writers and musicians, one of the most well known being Robert Graves who lived in Deia for many years and is buried there. It is now one of the chicest places on the island.
These two villages are known as two of the prettiest, most well preserved traditional villages on the Island. Fornalutx can be reached on foot from Soller the footpath is very well signposted. It is a pleasant and scenic way to enter the village with its steep winding streets and picturesque houses.
Biniaraix is just a few kilometres from Soller and is the start of a good trek through Barranc {ravine} de Biniaraix up into the hills. This walk follows an ancient well-preserved stone path, with charming scenery along the way and fantastic views from higher up.
Interesting outdoor art and food festivals, theatrical, musical or dance events are hold throughout the summer in this beautiful waterfront park located in the heart of town.
The very charming village of Woods Hole is located a few miles west of Falmouth. It is home to the largest private non-profit oceanographic institution in the world, the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, dedicated to the study of the ocean and its interaction with the Earth system. An Exhibition Center is open to the public, and educational tours are available. The best way to get to Woods Hole from Falmouth is by bike or by trolley. Tel: (508) 289 2252 (Information) Tel: (508) 289 2663 (Exhibition Center and Gift Shop) www.whoi.edu
Superb Whaling Museum operated by the Nantucket Historical Association, a favorite local attraction, featuring a 46ft sperm whale skeleton, a candle factory replica from the 19th century, a collection of whaling tools and a rigged whaleboat. Shop for scrimshaw, Nantucket lightship baskets, books, souvenirs and toys. Open Thurs-Mon 11am-4pm.
Tel: (508) 228 1894
Scenic twelve-mile ride along the Connecticut River in a 1920’s steam locomotive. Excursions last about one hour. The same company offers river tours on the Becky Thatcher, a 70’ Mississippi-style riverboat. Open 7/7 from May to October.
Tel: (860) 767 0103
www.essexsteamtrain.com
Gem of a museum showcasing a renowned collection of American Impressionist art. Stroll through the historic gardens and tour the home of Florence Griswold, an art lover and philanthropist who opened her house to this group of artists. Open Tue-Sat, 10-5pm and Sun, 1-5pm.
Tel: (860) 434 5542
www.flogris.org
Up above the town on Monte Smith is the Acropolis and Stadium. This is also the disputed site for the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the 7 wonders of the Ancient world. There is no concrete evidence of where the Colossus actually stood but romantically it is featured in drawings straddling the entrance to Mandraki harbour, and believe it or not, much to their disappointment, tourists still make the pilgrimage to see it!
One thing the ancient Greeks knew how to do, was pick the best sites for their temples, and the Acropolis at Lindos is no exception!
On the pinnacle of the hill sits the partly restored Temple of Athena Lindia from around 300BC.
This position overlooking the beautiful bay of Lindos was a natural choice for a castle, and the fortified walls have been used successively over the years by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Crusader Knights and finally the Ottomans. The walls are still very impressive, although out of several towers only one remains.
On the north-western side of Rhodes lies the ancient Dorian city of Kamiros. Along with Iaylssos, and Lindos these three rich cities formed the city state of Rhodes. The city was destroyed by earthquakes in 226BC and by a second one in 142BC.
The site is extremely large, set into the hillside with sweeping views over the sea. Today it is more or less foundations that remain but it is an attractive site to visit.
On the edge of the new town just past the Mandraki is the mosque of Murad Reis and the Turkish cemetery. The cemetery is a very charming area with its shady eucalyptus trees and run down feel. The famous admiral, or some would say pirate, head of the ships in Sulyeman the Magnificent's navy is buried in this little corner of Rhodes.
On the edge of the cemetery is a small unprepossessing building called The Villa Cleobus, where Lawrence Durrell wrote 'Reflections on a Marine Venus'.
A walk up Socrates street in the Old Town is something every visitor will do. But we suggest you look beyond the tourist shops and trappings, and look at the buildings themselves. There is a great deal of Turkish influence in many of the buildings, an unused mosque half way up is very pretty with a marble fountain next to it set on the wall. The Turkish coffee shop is still as wonderful as ever with its old door and windows. As you look towards the top of the street you see Suleyman Mosque aka the Red Mosque-for obvious reasons!
Major modern art museum featuring some of the greatest 20th and 21st century avant-garde artists, including Warhol, Jim Dine, Cesar or Nikki de Saint Phalle. Interesting urban architecture made up of 4 square towers linked by glass corridors. Free admission. Closed Mon.
Tel: +33(0)4 97 13 42 01
www.mamac-nice.org
This baroque style monument is a listed historic building in the heart of Old Nice. Hosting major operas, concerts and ballets.
Tel: +33(0)4 92 17 40 00
www.opera-nice.org
This museum displays more than 250 marine objects including 180 models of famous ships, some coming from the private collection of HSH Prince Rainier III of Monaco.
Tel: +(377)92 05 28 48
www.musee-naval.mc
Palatial home of the Grimaldi family, built on the site of a fortress erected by the Genoese in 1215. The palace opens its doors from April to October and its numerous splendours can be admired by visitors. Do not miss the changing of the guard, taking place everyday in front of the Palais at 11:55am precisely.
www.palais.mc
Gorgeous Belle Epoque style building, located next to the Casino, hosting since 1879 major opera, dance and musical performances.
Tel: +(377)98 06 28 00
www.opera.mc
Set in Le Francois on the east coast, this is one of the most famous and most beautiful Plantation Homes in the Caribbean, transformed into a museum. The spectacular House of Masters, classified historic building, is open to the public and offers the unique opportunity to be immersed in the way of life of the growers of the 18th century and to discover architecture and Creole furniture from that era. The dwelling accommodates also an old rum distillery now turned into a museum explaining how the sugar cane is processed to produce rum.
This authentic 18th century colonial house nested in a tropical park offers a great opportunity to ‘go back in time’. Once a 200 acre coffee plantation, it is now a museum showing original coffee artifacts from around the world - tastefully displayed - and the elegant simplicity of the family fine Mahogany furnishings help create a most charming atmosphere. It is a nice place to visit, offering panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea.
96 Krabi Road
Tambon Talad Neua
Muang District
Phuket 83000
Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 354 3557
Fax: +66 (0) 76 354 393
[email protected]
www.blueelephant.com/phuket/index.html