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Best Ski Holiday Austria - Alpenature
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Enjoy Best ski holiday Austria. Austria is considered one of the best Ski holidays and winter destinations and when it comes to skiing and snowboarding there can be no place better than Austria. The high mountains and beautiful Alps of the country create a perfect spot for skiing and snowboarding, attracting travellers from all over the world. Plan with Alpenature the best winter ski trips of your life here in St. Anton am Arlberg, often referred to as the birthplace of alpine skiing. You can also enjoy other fun activities like snowshoe hiking, snowboarding, castle tour and more when in Austria. Don’t let this winter go by and plan for a fun-packed memorable trip to Austria with Alpnature.
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Planning for a vacation can be a little overwhelming, but with the right travel planner by your side, it can be really easy. Alpenature can be yourski travel planner and will take care of all your needs. For a holiday to be a success, it is important for every aspect to be perfect. With the trip planning services of Alpenature, you receive the best accommodation, transportation, restaurant reservations, and every other thing needed for an extraordinary experience. Everyone has a different requirement and our specialty includes custom-tailored trip planning to suit the preference of each traveller. We can also arrange for you the equipment and lessons needed for skiing and other winter sports activities. You can rely on our expertise in planning a one-of-a-kind winter Austrian holiday. The only thing you need to think about is making the most out of your vacation and enjoying Austria as much as possible. Book Austria ski holiday with Alpenature. For more info visit www.alpenature.com.
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travellhq · 15 days ago
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Ultimate Winter Travel Spots in Europe
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Europe transforms into a magical wonderland during winter, offering travelers everything from snow-covered villages to vibrant Christmas markets. Whether you are looking to ski in the Alps, chase the Northern Lights, or explore cozy cities with festive charm, there’s a winter destination in Europe for everyone. Let’s dive into some of the ultimate winter travel spots that should be on your bucket list.
1. Prague, Czech Republic: A Winter Fairytale
Why Visit in Winter:
Cobblestone streets dusted with snow.
Picturesque Christmas markets.
Gothic and baroque architecture illuminated at night.
Top Experiences:
Explore the Old Town Square and its giant Christmas tree.
Take a stroll across Charles Bridge at sunrise when the city is quiet and snow-covered.
Visit Prague Castle for a wintery panoramic view of the city.
Warm up with a cup of mulled wine or traditional trdelník (chimney cake).
Pro Tip: Stay until New Year’s Eve for spectacular fireworks along the Vltava River.
2. Interlaken, Switzerland: Ski and Adventure Paradise
Why Visit in Winter:
Easy access to the Swiss Alps for skiing and snowboarding.
Scenic train rides with snowy landscapes.
Adventure activities like paragliding, sledding, and ice climbing.
Top Experiences:
Ski or snowboard in Jungfrau Region, which includes Grindelwald and Wengen.
Ride the Jungfraujoch train to Europe’s highest railway station, known as the "Top of Europe."
Enjoy snowshoeing or sledging on Mount Harder Kulm trails.
Take a boat ride on Lake Thun for breathtaking winter scenery.
Pro Tip: Book accommodation early, as winter in Interlaken draws outdoor enthusiasts from around the world.
3. Reykjavik, Iceland: Northern Lights and Ice Caves
Why Visit in Winter:
One of the best places to see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).
Unique experiences like ice cave tours and glacier hiking.
Soak in hot geothermal pools while surrounded by snow.
Top Experiences:
Take a Northern Lights tour from Reykjavik (best seen on clear nights).
Visit Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning landscapes.
Relax in the Blue Lagoon or one of the many local hot springs.
Explore Vatnajökull Ice Caves, only accessible in winter.
Pro Tip: Bring waterproof clothing, as Iceland's weather can be unpredictable with snow and rain.
4. Vienna, Austria: A City of Music and Christmas Magic
Why Visit in Winter:
Vienna’s Christmas markets are among the best in Europe.
The city becomes even more enchanting with twinkling lights and festive decor.
Attend concerts and operas during the holiday season.
Top Experiences:
Visit Schönbrunn Palace and enjoy its Christmas market.
Stroll through the Rathausplatz Market to shop for unique crafts and taste traditional treats.
Attend a New Year’s concert at the Vienna State Opera.
Ice skate in front of the stunning Vienna City Hall.
Pro Tip: Stop at a traditional Viennese café and savor a slice of Sachertorte with a cup of hot chocolate.
5. Tromsø, Norway: The Arctic Wonderland
Why Visit in Winter:
One of the northernmost cities in Europe, offering prime Northern Lights viewing.
Arctic experiences like dog sledding, whale watching, and snowmobiling.
Polar night phenomenon: the sun doesn’t rise for several weeks in winter, creating a surreal blue twilight.
Top Experiences:
Go dog sledding with Alaskan huskies.
Take a Northern Lights cruise on a heated boat.
Visit the Polaria Arctic Aquarium and learn about Arctic wildlife.
Explore Fjellheisen Cable Car for panoramic views of the fjords and Tromsø city.
Pro Tip: Dress in layers and bring thermal clothing as temperatures can drop significantly.
6. Budapest, Hungary: Thermal Baths and River Cruises
Why Visit in Winter:
A blend of cultural landmarks, festive markets, and relaxing hot springs.
The Danube River adds charm to the winter landscape.
Top Experiences:
Soak in the outdoor thermal pools at Széchenyi Thermal Bath while snowflakes fall around you.
Take a night cruise on the Danube River and see landmarks like the Parliament building lit up.
Visit the Budapest Christmas Fair at Vörösmarty Square for food, gifts, and performances.
Enjoy an ice-skating session in City Park Ice Rink, one of Europe’s largest open-air skating rinks.
Pro Tip: Try a chimney cake with cinnamon and pair it with mulled wine from the market stalls.
7. Rovaniemi, Finland: The Official Hometown of Santa Claus
Why Visit in Winter:
Visit Santa Claus Village, where Christmas lasts all year.
Stay in a glass igloo to watch the Northern Lights from your bed.
Experience the magic of Finnish Lapland with reindeer rides and snowmobile safaris.
Top Experiences:
Meet Santa at Santa Claus Village and send a postcard from the Arctic Circle post office.
Stay in an ice hotel or cozy glass igloo at Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort.
Visit the Arktikum Museum to learn about Arctic nature and culture.
Go on a reindeer sleigh ride through the snowy forests.
Pro Tip: Book igloo accommodations in advance as they are very popular in winter.
8. Salzburg, Austria: A Winter Wonderland with Musical Roots
Why Visit in Winter:
The birthplace of Mozart and home to "The Sound of Music."
Stunning Alpine backdrop with festive markets and snow-covered streets.
Top Experiences:
Explore the Hohensalzburg Fortress for panoramic views of the snow-covered city.
Visit Mozart’s birthplace and museum.
Enjoy a performance at the Salzburg Festival or the famous Advent Singing concert.
Take a day trip to Hallstatt, a picturesque village by the lake.
Pro Tip: Don't leave without trying a slice of Salzburger Nockerl, a sweet soufflé dessert.
9. Tallinn, Estonia: A Hidden Gem for Winter Lovers
Why Visit in Winter:
A medieval city with cobblestone streets and fairytale towers.
Less crowded than other European capitals, perfect for peaceful exploration.
Top Experiences:
Explore the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, covered in snow.
Visit Raekoja Plats Christmas Market with a beautiful tree and festive stalls.
Walk along the city walls for views of the snow-covered rooftops.
Warm up with a traditional Estonian dish like blood sausage or sauerkraut.
Pro Tip: Bring warm boots, as Tallinn’s cobblestone streets can get icy.
10. Zermatt, Switzerland: A Winter Sports Paradise
Why Visit in Winter:
Home to the iconic Matterhorn peak.
A car-free village with a cozy, Alpine atmosphere.
One of the best ski resorts in Europe.
Top Experiences:
Ski or snowboard on Matterhorn Glacier Paradise slopes.
Ride the Gornergrat Railway for views of the Alps.
Explore the village’s charming boutiques and après-ski spots.
Dine at a mountain restaurant and try the traditional Swiss fondue.
Pro Tip: Zermatt offers excellent hiking trails if skiing isn’t your thing.
Final Thoughts
Winter in Europe is magical, with endless possibilities ranging from snow adventures in the Alps to cozy city breaks filled with festive markets. Whether you prefer chasing the Northern Lights in Iceland, skiing in Switzerland, or exploring historic cities like Prague and Vienna, Europe’s winter destinations offer something for everyone.
Plan ahead, pack warm clothes, and get ready to experience the charm of these ultimate winter travel spots in Europe.
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girlyandunruly · 10 months ago
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2023: Most important thing is family
First year I’ve felt a shift from my “forever young” lifestyle to realizing we are getting old. Our friends no longer join every big event. Both our grandmothers passed away earlier this year. We’ve also had some health problems we’ve had to manage. There’s more time spent at home with continued house maintenance and remodeling projects (and a little of relaxation when possible). I guess since we spend more time at home, we keep improving it. But overall, I’m like “what’s going on? Are we boring? Oh, we are just getting older”, blah.
The biggest focus this year has been family. Between birthdays, funerals, national holidays, and newborn family member, we traveled 8 times in the year to spend time with family. With all the life changes, I cherish the time I spend with our family.
Workwise, this year I hired three new people for my team, and it was the first time in 5 years working at Barr Engineering that I felt the workload was finally manageable. All those years of stress finally paid off; I have a solid team, way more money (ha!) and Barr did an article about me so getting some industry recognition.
Traveling to a new place or visiting family is my favorite thing to do. Here’s this year’s list, 9 different states and 3 new countries, not one full month spent in Denver.
JANUARY:
Jackson Hole, WY snowboarding with friends (Highlight: seeing a moose on the ski run!!)
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FEBRUARY:
Taos, NM snowboarding trip with friends for my 38th birthday (Highlight: live music at a bar)
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MARCH:
Tucson, AZ for work NAEM conference (Highlight: cucumber vodka lemonades)
APRIL:
Houston, TX for abuelita’s celebration of life
MAY:
Birmingham, MI for Luka’s birthday
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JUNE:
Vienna, Austria trip with my mom (Highlights: ALL THE ART!! Absolute best and champagne breaks)
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JULY:
Collbran, CO camping for 4th of July
Lake George, NY for Betty Brown’s celebration of life
AUGUST:
Nagawicka Lake, WI for grandpa Bob’s 95th birthday
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Serbia and Montenegro for our 5th year wedding anniversary (Highlights: Basketball player Boban Marjanovic being at the same restaurant and all the cats in Montenegro)
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SEPTEMBER:
Houston, TX for business trip (Highlight: Got to see SanJuanita and parents for a night)
OCTOBER:
Minneapolis, MN for work training
NOVEMBER:
Birmingham, MI for sisbro’s birthday and went to see Metallica (Highlight: Detroit Institute of Art with so many dutch paintings)
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Tampa, FL for Thanksgiving with the Brown family (Highlights: Salvador Dali, wild dolphins and saving Sofi)
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DECEMBER:
Houston, TX for Christmas with the family (Highlight: Go Karts with the siblings!)
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The times I wasn’t traveling but stayed in Denver were memorable: 1- Goat yoga 2- Getting a limo to see SOFI TUKKER at Red Rocks 3- Bridgerton themed brunch with Elizabeth 4- Indoor mini golf with friends where I won :D 5- Denver Nuggets won the NBA championship and my obsession with Jokic started 6- Seeing The Book of Mormon 7- Makeup class with Kate at Sephora, and finally learning better makeup techniques (I know what to do with primer and bronzer) 8- Obsessed with Women’s World Cup games 9- Vivas Streets where Denver closed Broadway and Welton and had it open for bikers/walkers and no cars. So much fun. 10- Free outdoor movie The Goonies at Curtis Park 11- Tried something new: Hip Hop class with Holly 12- Seeing Jerry Seinfeld 13- Discovered new favorite restaurants: Jovanina’s Broken Italian and Bao Brewhouse
Relax time at home:
Creating art of any form is my favorite pastime. And this year I’ve become obsessed with creating miniatures. A few inspired by my recent travels: Mozart's home after Austria and Porto Winery after Portugal.
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Favorite books I read this year: o The Blueprint for Revolution by Srdja Popovic o All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr
Bigger focus on skin care. I have a routine of drinking tea collagen every morning, take vitamins and use serum. The occasional face mask.
Favorite TV shows/Movies in 2023:
Shrinking
Beef
Transatlantic
Ted Lasso
Air
The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar
BARBIE!!
With all the art obsession this year I came up with our Halloween costume: Vincent Van Gogh and The Starry Night
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Baby news!
New nephew Noah born in February 2023 and new baby announcement from Justin and Vanessa again on the same year! (another boy!)
Owen and Pearl had their baby Soren on November 7, 2023.
My 2024 wishes are for better health and continued happiness <3
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brookston · 10 months ago
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Holidays 1.3
Holidays
Bitcoin Day
Chin State Day (Chinland)
Day of Silence
Drinking Straw Day
Gensh-Sai (Japan)
Humiliation Day
International Mind-Body Wellness Day
J.R.R. Tolkien Day
Loosing (a.k.a. Namsoong; Sikkim, India)
Martyr’s Day (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Memento Mori Day (a.k.a. "Remember You Die" Day)
Ministry of Religious Affairs Day (Indonesia)
Nakhatsenendyan Toner begins (Armenia) [Until 1.5]
National Be Yourself Day
National Crypto Currency Day
National Do It Now Day
National Florence Pugh Day
National Write to Congress Day
Nyilo Winter Solstice; Bhutan)
Passport Presentation Day (Russia)
Proof of Keys Day
Remember, You Will Die Day
Revolution Day (Burkina Faso)
Riddle of the Year
Sandstone Day (French Republic)
Shigoto-hajime (1st Day of Work; Japan)
Snappy Comeback Day
Snow Day
Tom Sawyer’s Cat’s Birthday
Women Rock! Day
Food & Drink Celebrations
Anchovy Day
Cherry-Filled Chocolate Day
Fruitcake Toss Day
National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day
National Oatmeal Nut Waffles Day
1st Wednesday in January
Most Popular Day to Start Looking For a New Job [1st Wednesday]
National CanDo Day [1st Wednesday]
Ski Season begins [1st Wednesday]
Independence & Related Days
Alaska Statehood Day (#49; 1959)
Queensland (Declared; 2015) [unrecognized]
Feast Days
Anterus, Pope (a.k.a. Anteros; Christian; Saint)
August Macke (Artology)
Daniel of Padua (Christian; Saint)
Day of Remembrance for Princess Olga (Slavic)
Feast of Holy Prophet Malachi (400 B.C.E.)
Festival of Pax (Ancient Rome)
Festival of Sleep Day [began yesterday at sundown]
Genevieve (Christian; Saint)
Hakozakigu Tamaseseri (Ceremony of the Red Ball; Japan)
Harryhausen Day (Church of the SubGenius; Saint)
Holy Name of Jesus (Christian; Saint)
Inanna’s Day (Pagan)
Jack Levine (Artology)
Jimmy (Muppetism)
J.R.R. Tolkien Day (J-Days)
Kuriakose Elias Chavara (Syro-Malabar Catholic Church)
Macaroni Art Day (a.k.a. Make Macaroni Pictures Day; Pastafarian)
Orpheus (Positivist; Saint)
Prophet’s Birthday (Sunni Muslims) [12th of Rabi’al-awwal]
Tamaseseri Festival (Hakozaki Shinto Shrine; Fukuoka, Japan)
Tenth Day of Christmas (Snow Day)
Twelve Holy Days #9 (Sagittarius, the sacral plexus; Esoteric Christianity)
Twelvetide, Day #10 (a.k.a. the Twelve Days of Christmas or Christmastide) [until 1.5]
Valentin de Boulogne (Artology)
William Passavant (Episcopal Church)
Lucky & Unlucky Days
Lucky Day (Philippines) [2 of 71]
Prime Number Day: 3 [2 of 72]
Tomobiki (友引 Japan) [Good luck all day, except at noon.]
Unfortunate Day (Pagan) [1 of 57]
Unglückstage (Unlucky Day; Pennsylvania Dutch) [3 of 30]
Premieres
Ace is Wild or The Flying Casket (Rocky & Bullwinkle Cartoon, S1, Ep. 12; 1960
The Arsenio Hall Show (TV Talk Show; 1989)
Big Fat Quiz of the Year (BBC TV Series; 2011)
Birds of Fire, by the Mahavishnu Orchestra (Album; 1973)
Blossom (TV Series; 1991)
A Creep in the Deep or Will Success Spoil Boris Badenov? (Rocky & Bullwinkle Cartoon, S1, Ep. 11; 1960)
Don Pasquale, by Gaetano Donizetti (Opera; 1843)
Don’t Give Up the Sheep (WB LT Cartoon; 1953)
Forky Asks a Question: What is Cheese (Pixar Cartoon; 2020)
Head Office (Film; 1986)
I’m Walking, recorded by Fats Domino (Song; 1957)
Mayor of Simpleton, by XTC (Song; 1989)
On Being Ill, by Virginia Woolf (Essay; 1930)
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (TV Series; 1993)
Statistical Thermodynamics, by Erwin Schrödinger (Philosophy Book; 1952)
Sylvia Scarlett (Film; 1936)
Time Cat, by Lloyd Alexander (Novel; 1963)
Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me! (Radio Series; 1998)
Today’s Name Days
Genoveva, Odilo (Austria)
Cvijeta, Danijel, Genoveva, Mladenka (Croatia)
Radmila (Czech Republic)
Enok (Denmark)
Gerhard, Gert, Keerdo, Kert (Estonia)
Elmer, Elmeri, Elmo (Finland)
Geneviève (France)
Genoveva, Irma, Odilo (Germany)
Genovefa(Greece)
Benjámin, Genovéva (Hungary)
Genoveffa (Italy)
Miervaldis, Ringolds (Latvia)
Genovaitė, Vida, Viltautas (Lithuania)
Alf, Alfred (Norway)
Arletta, Dan, Danisz, Danuta, Enoch, Genowefa, Piotr, Włościsława (Poland)
Gordie, Maleahi (Romania)
Ulyana (Russia)
Daniela (Slovakia)
Genoveva (Spain)
Alfred, Alfrida (Sweden)
Gaynor, Geneva, Genevieve, Guenna, Jenifer, Jenna, Jennie, Jennifer, Jenny (USA)
Today is Also…
Day of Year: Day 3 of 2024; 363 days remaining in the year
ISO: Day 3 of week 1 of 2024
Celtic Tree Calendar: Beth (Birch) [Day 9 of 28]
Chinese: Month 12 (Jia-Zi), Day 22 (Bing-Yin)
Chinese Year of the: Rabbit 4721 (until February 10, 2024)
Hebrew: 22 Teveth 5784
Islamic: 21 Jumada II 1445
J Cal: 3 White; Threesday [3 of 30]
Julian: 21 December 2023
Moon: 50%: 3rd Quarter
Positivist: 3 Moses (1st Month) [Orpheus]
Runic Half Month: Eihwaz or Eoh (Yew Tree) [Day 9 of 15]
Season: Winter (Day 14 of 89)
Zodiac: Capricorn (Day 13 of 31)
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brookstonalmanac · 10 months ago
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Holidays 1.3
Holidays
Bitcoin Day
Chin State Day (Chinland)
Day of Silence
Drinking Straw Day
Gensh-Sai (Japan)
Humiliation Day
International Mind-Body Wellness Day
J.R.R. Tolkien Day
Loosing (a.k.a. Namsoong; Sikkim, India)
Martyr’s Day (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Memento Mori Day (a.k.a. "Remember You Die" Day)
Ministry of Religious Affairs Day (Indonesia)
Nakhatsenendyan Toner begins (Armenia) [Until 1.5]
National Be Yourself Day
National Crypto Currency Day
National Do It Now Day
National Florence Pugh Day
National Write to Congress Day
Nyilo Winter Solstice; Bhutan)
Passport Presentation Day (Russia)
Proof of Keys Day
Remember, You Will Die Day
Revolution Day (Burkina Faso)
Riddle of the Year
Sandstone Day (French Republic)
Shigoto-hajime (1st Day of Work; Japan)
Snappy Comeback Day
Snow Day
Tom Sawyer’s Cat’s Birthday
Women Rock! Day
Food & Drink Celebrations
Anchovy Day
Cherry-Filled Chocolate Day
Fruitcake Toss Day
National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day
National Oatmeal Nut Waffles Day
1st Wednesday in January
Most Popular Day to Start Looking For a New Job [1st Wednesday]
National CanDo Day [1st Wednesday]
Ski Season begins [1st Wednesday]
Independence & Related Days
Alaska Statehood Day (#49; 1959)
Queensland (Declared; 2015) [unrecognized]
Feast Days
Anterus, Pope (a.k.a. Anteros; Christian; Saint)
August Macke (Artology)
Daniel of Padua (Christian; Saint)
Day of Remembrance for Princess Olga (Slavic)
Feast of Holy Prophet Malachi (400 B.C.E.)
Festival of Pax (Ancient Rome)
Festival of Sleep Day [began yesterday at sundown]
Genevieve (Christian; Saint)
Hakozakigu Tamaseseri (Ceremony of the Red Ball; Japan)
Harryhausen Day (Church of the SubGenius; Saint)
Holy Name of Jesus (Christian; Saint)
Inanna’s Day (Pagan)
Jack Levine (Artology)
Jimmy (Muppetism)
J.R.R. Tolkien Day (J-Days)
Kuriakose Elias Chavara (Syro-Malabar Catholic Church)
Macaroni Art Day (a.k.a. Make Macaroni Pictures Day; Pastafarian)
Orpheus (Positivist; Saint)
Prophet’s Birthday (Sunni Muslims) [12th of Rabi’al-awwal]
Tamaseseri Festival (Hakozaki Shinto Shrine; Fukuoka, Japan)
Tenth Day of Christmas (Snow Day)
Twelve Holy Days #9 (Sagittarius, the sacral plexus; Esoteric Christianity)
Twelvetide, Day #10 (a.k.a. the Twelve Days of Christmas or Christmastide) [until 1.5]
Valentin de Boulogne (Artology)
William Passavant (Episcopal Church)
Lucky & Unlucky Days
Lucky Day (Philippines) [2 of 71]
Prime Number Day: 3 [2 of 72]
Tomobiki (友引 Japan) [Good luck all day, except at noon.]
Unfortunate Day (Pagan) [1 of 57]
Unglückstage (Unlucky Day; Pennsylvania Dutch) [3 of 30]
Premieres
Ace is Wild or The Flying Casket (Rocky & Bullwinkle Cartoon, S1, Ep. 12; 1960
The Arsenio Hall Show (TV Talk Show; 1989)
Big Fat Quiz of the Year (BBC TV Series; 2011)
Birds of Fire, by the Mahavishnu Orchestra (Album; 1973)
Blossom (TV Series; 1991)
A Creep in the Deep or Will Success Spoil Boris Badenov? (Rocky & Bullwinkle Cartoon, S1, Ep. 11; 1960)
Don Pasquale, by Gaetano Donizetti (Opera; 1843)
Don’t Give Up the Sheep (WB LT Cartoon; 1953)
Forky Asks a Question: What is Cheese (Pixar Cartoon; 2020)
Head Office (Film; 1986)
I’m Walking, recorded by Fats Domino (Song; 1957)
Mayor of Simpleton, by XTC (Song; 1989)
On Being Ill, by Virginia Woolf (Essay; 1930)
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (TV Series; 1993)
Statistical Thermodynamics, by Erwin Schrödinger (Philosophy Book; 1952)
Sylvia Scarlett (Film; 1936)
Time Cat, by Lloyd Alexander (Novel; 1963)
Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me! (Radio Series; 1998)
Today’s Name Days
Genoveva, Odilo (Austria)
Cvijeta, Danijel, Genoveva, Mladenka (Croatia)
Radmila (Czech Republic)
Enok (Denmark)
Gerhard, Gert, Keerdo, Kert (Estonia)
Elmer, Elmeri, Elmo (Finland)
Geneviève (France)
Genoveva, Irma, Odilo (Germany)
Genovefa(Greece)
Benjámin, Genovéva (Hungary)
Genoveffa (Italy)
Miervaldis, Ringolds (Latvia)
Genovaitė, Vida, Viltautas (Lithuania)
Alf, Alfred (Norway)
Arletta, Dan, Danisz, Danuta, Enoch, Genowefa, Piotr, Włościsława (Poland)
Gordie, Maleahi (Romania)
Ulyana (Russia)
Daniela (Slovakia)
Genoveva (Spain)
Alfred, Alfrida (Sweden)
Gaynor, Geneva, Genevieve, Guenna, Jenifer, Jenna, Jennie, Jennifer, Jenny (USA)
Today is Also…
Day of Year: Day 3 of 2024; 363 days remaining in the year
ISO: Day 3 of week 1 of 2024
Celtic Tree Calendar: Beth (Birch) [Day 9 of 28]
Chinese: Month 12 (Jia-Zi), Day 22 (Bing-Yin)
Chinese Year of the: Rabbit 4721 (until February 10, 2024)
Hebrew: 22 Teveth 5784
Islamic: 21 Jumada II 1445
J Cal: 3 White; Threesday [3 of 30]
Julian: 21 December 2023
Moon: 50%: 3rd Quarter
Positivist: 3 Moses (1st Month) [Orpheus]
Runic Half Month: Eihwaz or Eoh (Yew Tree) [Day 9 of 15]
Season: Winter (Day 14 of 89)
Zodiac: Capricorn (Day 13 of 31)
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jaydeemedia · 1 year ago
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[ad_1] Europe in January might not seem the most exciting prospect on paper. Christmas markets have closed, festive cheer has been replaced by New Year’s resolutions and, let’s be honest, we’re all ready to save some cash after December’s expenses. But that’s precisely why these picks are some of the best places to visit in Europe in January; they all promise the perfect post-Christmas rest and recharge.  For some, that might mean starting the year by strapping on skis and hitting the slopes. If you’re feeling burned out, now is the perfect time for a cost-saving scenic spa getaway or to cosy up inside watching the northern lights. Maybe you just want a bit of winter sun or a cheeky city break away while the prices are lower? Yep, those off-season deals can be motivation enough to visit the best European destination in January. Well, whatever you’re seeking from a start-of-year vacation, these are my suggestions of the best European countries to visit in January, broken down into skiing and snow, adventures, relaxation, city breaks and winter sun. And sure, some of Europe’s best cities, like Barcelona and Rome, might be a little lighter on crowds — these famous metropolises are never tourist-free — but instead of just listing the headliners as suggestions for slightly lower hotel rates, I’ve tried to focus on destinations with a compelling reason to visit in January. Best European ski and snow destinations in January Many of Europe’s most popular January places are focused on snow and winter spots. You’ve got the slightly offbeat, such as Slovakia’s Tatras Mountains, and the old favourites, like Innsbruck in Austria, but the following three stand out for their own compelling and different reasons. Plus, you can usually snag some decent deals if you visit mid-month after the Christmas holidays are over but before February sees the slopes get busier again. Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France Indulge with pristine pistes and après-ski in France’s fabulous winter wonderland, the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. With over 3000 mountains — including the famed Mont Blanc — in this Swiss border-touching region, there’s a resort for all. Plus, France just seems to have the edge when it comes to skiing. If you want to splurge, book a stay in one of the luxury ski chalets in Courchevel, arguably the region’s most upscale resort. Known for its Michelin-awarded restaurants and first-class boutiques, you’ll have plenty to pamper yourself away from the pistes of the world’s largest continuous ski area, Les 3 Vallées. Plus, January also often brings the best fresh powder. But there are also some more budget-friendly options, with Le Semnoz being a solid choice for affordable ski passes. Another great reason to visit Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes for your skiing holiday in January rather than December or February is that you miss the school Christmas and half-term breaks. As such, it’s a much more adult-only affair, perfect when it comes to the all-important après-ski. From the top of the mountain at Bansko Ski Resort Bansko, Bulgaria Bulgaria might not have the same international reputation as France for skiing, but that makes it the perfect pick. Bansko is one of the best places to go in Europe in January if you’re a beginner, budget-conscious, or both. It’s actually where I first (attempted) to learn to ski, and even though my skiing trip in Bansko was a bit of a failure — I realised I’m more suited to the après than the actual skiing — I had no hard feelings; I’d paid the same for my whole weeks trip as the most expensive ski pass in the Alps. Not only are the rentals, chair lift passes and accommodation options fairly priced, but you can actually base yourself in Bansko Old Town and then take a gondola up into the UNESCO-listed Pirin National Park, where the slopes are located, each morning. I loved this, as it meant I could experience the more traditional side of the country by staying in an actual lived-in town while also having the snow on my doorstep.
Enjoying the hot springs in Bansko, Bulgaria Sierra Nevada, Spain My final suggestion of the best places to visit in January in Europe for skiing is the Sierra Nevada mountain range in southern Spain. While this isn’t the best-rated ski resort in Europe, it offers the chance for a much more rounded holiday as you can combine the slopes with visits to some of Spain’s best cities, such as Granada — the magnificent Alhambra looks spectacular when backed by the snowy peaks — or Seville, one of the warmest cities in Europe in January. With more than 100 slopes — the highest tops out at 1200 metres — to choose from, more experienced and beginner skiers are served. There is also a cross-country track, which doesn’t require a ski pass. And, if you plan your visit for early January, you’ll be around for Three Kings Day on the 6th, which sees Spain’s Christmas celebrations kick-off with parades on the night before, followed by gift-giving on the actual El Día de los Reyes Magos. In Andalucia, you can ski and tour the magnificent Alhambra Where to go in January in Europe for adventures Europe’s January snow isn’t only reserved for skiing; there are plenty of other adventures to enjoy across the continent if you visit the best European destination in January. From northern light explorations in the Arctic to snowmobile rides to remote villages, winter brings plenty of opportunities. Plus, you might still find some sunny hiking trails and roaring surf in Europe’s best beach destinations. The aurora borealis put on a show above Luleå, Swedish-Lapland Lapland and Nothern Nordics Picking the best places to visit in January in Europe in the Nordics is challenging, as each country has similar offerings. As such, I’ve grouped them all together, as Lapland isn’t limited to the Santa Village of Rovaniemi in Finland but also stretches across Sweden and Norway. Budget can also be a factor in where you decide to visit, as having just come back from a couple of months up north, I can confidently say the exchange rate in Sweden makes it much more appealing than Norway for the cash-conscious. Once you’ve made your way up and beyond the Arctic Circle, you’ll be in a true winter wonderland. Epic views on the Lofoten Islands, husky-sledding in Lapland, snowshoe hikes along Sweden’s King’s Trail, and cinematic rail rides to Norway’s most northerly points all bring awe alongside adventures. You can even sleep in igloos or check in at a hotel built of ice, often for a fraction of the price of coming for Christmas. But what truly makes it one of the best places to go in January in Europe is the chance to spot the aurora borealis (northern lights) in all their glory. And while sightings aren’t guaranteed — January can mean some cloud cover — January 2024 is an especially good time to give it a shot, as the 11-year peak of the solar cycle is peaking in winter 23/24. In Georgia, the Caucasus Mountains see their winter coat of snow Georgia One of the most under-the-radar European destinations in January is Georgia. It’s well worth considering a trip to this gorgeous country and the Caucasus Mountains if you want to enjoy some adventures without breaking the bank. Plus, the Georgian Orthodox Church celebrates Christmas on January 7th, so you may get to see the all-dressed-up Alilo parade and traditional carols. The main gateway to the country (and capital city), Tbilisi, is a delightful winter city break, with small terraces dotted with heaters and blankets to keep you cosy while sipping on the scrumptious Georgian wines and some of the best cuisine in the world. But for an adventure, it’s the Caucasus Mountains that call loudest. Certainly, it’s worth knowing that snowfall is heavy up here, and some roads to remote communities can be shuttered due to weather. However, affordable ski resorts like Gudauri are always kept accessible. Here, you can also get an adrenaline hit on a snowmobiling adventure, paraglide over
the snow-capped peaks, or strap on some winter hiking gear to tackle the trails around Kazbegi for epic views of Gergeti Trinity Church. The big waves of Nazare are just one of Portugal’s January adventures Portugal One of the most all-round adventure destinations in Europe in January is Portugal. Can you think of many other places where you can ski, surf giant waves, and set off on a sunny hike across beaches in one weekend? But that is precisely what my perfectly formed and compact chosen home country offers. In the Serra da Estrela mountain range, you’ll find mainland Portugal’s highest peak, Torre, and while it might be surprising, snow does fall here in the colder months. The small ski resort isn’t really much to shout about, but it can keep you entertained for a couple of days. Then, along the coast, you’ve got surfing of epic proportions. The most impressive swell is in Nazare, where the world’s biggest waves are surfed by the pros, though there are plenty of more laid-back options, such as Sagres or Ericeira, to enjoy a less extreme surf camp. And then you’ve got the hiking options. From the Algarve’s Fisherman’s Trail, a multi-day hiking route that clings to the coast, to the archipelagos of Madeira — with its soaring peaks and levada trails — and the Azores, where adventures abound, there are plenty of options. A bonus is that Madeira and the Algarve are two of the warmest European destinations in January. Madeira’s levada trails offer a great January combo of sun and hiking adventures Best places to go in January in Europe for relaxation If adventure isn’t exciting for you — let’s be honest, we all need some R&R post-Christmas — then there are some excellent places to visit in January in Europe to enjoy a pamper. From hot springs and healing baths to forested spa resorts far from the crowds, these European spots ensure that January is more about switching off and seeking out serenity. Karlov Vary, Bohemia, is ideal for a January Spa escape Karlov Vary, Czechia  Tucked away in forest-heavy Bohemia, the adorable spa town of Karlovy Vary is one of the best European cities to visit in January to soothe your soul. It’s rare that I take spa breaks or visit retreats, but a couple of years back, I was craving some peace and pampering and ventured here on a whim, mainly driven by the competitive pricing of upscale hotels. And boy, am I glad I did. Not only did I get to stay in two incredible resorts (Retro Riverside Wellness Resort was a magical bolthole) shrouded by dense forests, but when I eventually tore myself away from the spa, I found an enchanting Old Town with a fascinating tradition. You see, the warm healing waters that Karlov Vary is known for aren’t just used in treatments but are sipped on the daily by the city’s residents. These traditional Spa cups (locally called Karlov Vary drinking cups) date back to the 17th century and are often carried around to and then filled up at one of the city’s free fountains. You’ll easily be able to get your own porcelain cup (it’s a great souvenir) from one of the market stalls or shops, so you can make a brew and sip tea as you explore the historical highlights. Entering Iceland’s Blue Lagoon on a dark January night was R&R101. Iceland Iceland is one of the best countries to visit in Europe in January for multiple reasons, and it could easily fall into any of these categories. You’ll have the chance to chase the northern lights, enjoy underwater adventures as you snorkel between tectonic plates or hike atop glaciers, and witness waterfalls tumbling into snowy valleys, and the New Year’s Eve celebrations in Reykjavik are genuinely something to behold. But Iceland in winter is particularly incredible for a little respite, as there is an abundance of spas, geothermal waters, and hot springs — such as the famous Blue Lagoon — to relax in. Slowing down is also almost forced upon you, as access to parts of the island can be restricted in the winter months, and the shorter days mean less time for outside exploration.
Still, I absolutely adored my Christmas and New Year snowy break here, and in January, you might even snag a great deal. If you prefer your waters colder, follow my lead and go snorkelling or diving in Iceland Latvia’s Gauja National Park Latvia is criminally overlooked, and while its vast swathes of forests and local obsession with getting out in nature make it a fantastic summer hiking destination, it’s also one of the best places to go in January for Northern Europe’s famed sauna culture without Finland’s price tag. For centuries, saunas and bathhouses have been a staple in Latvian culture. There is no shortage of spa hotels, remote cabins, and luxury hotels in the country, and a sauna is pretty much guaranteed. So, if you want an affordable, relaxing and rejuvenating winter getaway, set your sights on this Baltic state. Personally, I’d suggest getting out of Riga (it’s most magical at Christmas) and heading into Latvia’s pristine Gauja National Park. Not only is it postcard-perfect when snow coats the trees and trails, but there are some fantastic castles — such as Cēsis, where you’re given a candlelight to explore — when you’re taking a break from being pampered. Amsterdam is just as magical in the colder months Best European cities to visit in January Once the Christmas markets have closed and the last of the mulled wine supped, Europe’s cities say farewell to festive cheer and instead welcome back fairer-priced hotels. It can also be one of the quietest months to visit popular destinations such as Venice (before the carnival in February) and over-touristered Dubrovnik in Croatia. On the flip side, warmer January cities, such as Lisbon and Seville, are still pretty popular. But beyond fewer crowds and more affordable flights, the best European city breaks in January offer a strong argument for visiting. Amsterdam, The Netherlands  The capital of The Netherlands is arguably one of the best European cities to visit in January. Not only do you have plenty of world-class museums to tour if rain showers come, but there’s still an enchanting air to the city, especially if the canals are frozen, and locals are out ice skating. Adding to the magic of a January weekend break in Amsterdam is the Light Festival, which continues well into the middle of the month. Illuminated creations from global artists brighten the city’s canals and streets with a digital app guiding you to the twinkling and neon installations. By day, you can explore Amsterdam’s excellent collections of museums, such as the extensive collection of the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh’s most impressive pieces, and the Rembrandt House collection. In January, San Sebastian is more about the culture and cuisine than the coast San Sebastian (Donosia), Spain Spain is one of the best countries to visit in January in Europe for a multitude of reasons. The sun is still shining in the Canary Islands, Granada has its ski slopes, and the 6th of January sees Christmas celebrations. But in the country’s verdant north, the Basque Country is hosting its festivities, and there’s no better place to experience them than in one of my favourite cities, the food-obsessed San Sebastián. Already an absolute gastronomy mecca, thanks to being home to the Basque Culinary School, multiple Michelin star restaurants, and bar tops laden with pintxos — a Basque style of tapas — there’s never really a wrong time to visit the city. But the best dishes often come from underground, with invite-only gastronomic societies long being credited with creating some of the country’s best chefs.  Luckily, as part of the lively Tamborrada drum festival (San Sebastián Day) on the 20th of January, these exclusive private culinary club kitchens open their doors to visitors, allowing anyone in town to take a peek into a members-only world. This is due to the parades accompanying the 24 hours of drumming (yep, you read that right) being a tradition of the societies and their members.
Being one of the best European cities to visit in January for a well-timed visit, you’ll need to book your hotel well in advance. Being invited to one of the underground gastronomic societies was a highlight of my trip Budapest, Hungary While many people rave about Budapest, it’s not one of my favourite cities. Still, I can appreciate why so many people fall in love with it, and the many thermal baths across the city make it a decent choice for a January city break in Europe. That means, once you’ve explored the city’s highlights — such as the Fisherman’s Bastion and the hulking parliament building — you can sink into some medicinal warm waters and relax.  Széchenyi Baths, one of the largest in Europe, is most impressive, boasting more than a dozen indoor and outdoor pools. But there are plenty of smaller, more offbeat choices for a dip. What I found made the bathhouse culture so special in Budapest was that it wasn’t just tourists using them, but you’ll get a good insight into local life too, as people play chess and families get together to warm up in winter. Budapest, with its multiple bath houses, makes for a great January city break Warm European destinations in January While there aren’t really any hot January destinations in Europe, there are some warmer spots where winter sun is likely, if not guaranteed. Still, even when you head south, it’s best to book prepared for some cloud cover or showers and understand that a ‘beach holiday’ in January does come with some risks. However, if you want a cheap-ish getaway to get away from the grey back home, these three are some of January’s best European beach destinations. Near empty beaches await on an off-season trip to Portugal’s south The Algarve, Portugal With a lot of personal experience of the Algarve in January — it’s home — I’d say it’s a pretty good bet. Even writing this article now in late November, I’m sitting outside basking in 20 degrees, and I often enjoy my Christmas dinner on a sun-kissed terrace. Still, showers do come and go throughout the winter, although the most significant rainfall is usually recorded in December, with January usually hitting a pleasant 16 degrees in the daytime. But one of the reasons I love January so much is how peaceful it is. Many businesses in smaller villages close for their holidays around now, which can put some visitors off, meaning cliff-top hikes and afternoons on the beach are blissfully devoid of people. It’s also one of the best places to visit in January in Europe as the hotels are heavily discounted at this time of the year; sometimes, I even take a little staycation to enjoy a 5* experience for less than €30 a night. Madeira and Porto Santo, Portugal’s more southerly islands, are also two more of Portugal’s best places to go in January in Europe for warmer climates. If you’re chasing winter sun, Malta is one of the best bets in Europe in January Malta A twin-island escape to Malta and Gozo, one of Europe’s smallest countries, will help you enjoy one of the warmest January destinations in Europe. Highs are usually around 15 degrees, and while there is rain, it’s usually only short showers every few days. Alongside the fantastic beaches and great value January deals, there are also plenty of cultural attractions to enjoy if the weather does turn, such as exploring the underrated capital city of Valletta, a gorgeous mishmash of medieval sandstone buildings, or venturing inside museums spanning everything from archaeological sights to fine arts. For around three weeks in January, you can also enjoy the Valletta Baroque Festival, with a program of classical concerts in some of the island’s finest Baroque buildings. Pin it: Best European destinations in January (Top: Bankso, Bottom: Lanzarote/Canva) Canary Islands, Spain  Spain’s Macaronesia islands are geographically in Africa, meaning you’ll certainly enjoy warmer weather than mainland Europe. In fact, the archipelago is one of the few places in Europe which regularly hits 20 degrees in winter.
Each of the eight main Canary Islands has its own personality, and while beaches are a common thread, you’ll want to research which island ticks your personal boxes. Arid Lanzarote is usually regarded as the hottest of the group, as it’s closest to the Sahara and has a wide variety of excellent beaches ranging from golden sands to red and volcanic black. For more volcanic vistas, venture to the UNESCO-listed Teide National Park in Tenerife, the largest and perhaps most rounded Canary Islands, or enjoy a more offbeat experience in Fuerteventura, where there are fantastic winter wind sports, or El Hierro, the smallest and least visited isle. If you’re looking for the warmest European destinations in January, it doesn’t get much better than the Canaries. [ad_2] Source link
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dachsteinperle · 1 year ago
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Plan Your Holiday At Dachstein
Create Lasting Memories: Uncover The Reasons To Plan Your Holiday At Dachstein
Holidays are a special time to relax, unwind, and create beautiful memories with loved ones. Holiday at Dachstein is a remarkable holiday destination nestled in the heart of Austria.
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It offers a picturesque and enchanting experience that will leave you with lasting memories. Let's delve into the reasons why you should consider planning your next holiday at Dachstein.
Majestic Natural Beauty
One of the primary reasons to choose Dachstein as your holiday destination is its breathtaking natural beauty. The region is a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. 
With its towering mountains, lush green valleys, and pristine lakes, Dachstein offers an awe-inspiring backdrop for your vacation. 
Whether you're an avid hiker, a skiing enthusiast, or simply a lover of scenic beauty, Dachstein has something for everyone.
Year-Round Activities
Dachstein is a destination that caters to visitors throughout the year. In the winter, you can enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding on the region's powdery slopes. 
As the seasons change, Dachstein transforms into a paradise for hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing. The versatility of activities ensures that you can plan your holiday at any time of the year, making Dachstein a destination that never loses its charm.
Cultural Richness
Beyond its natural wonders, Dachstein boasts a rich cultural heritage. Explore charming villages and towns that seem frozen in time. 
Discover traditional Austrian cuisine in cosy alpine restaurants and savour the delicious flavours of the region. 
Remember to immerse yourself in the warm hospitality of the locals, who are eager to share their traditions and stories with you.
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The Dachstein Glacier
One of the crown jewels of Dachstein is its glacier. This imposing ice mass is a marvel of nature and a unique attraction. 
Take a cable car ride to the glacier's peak and witness panoramic views that will leave you speechless. 
You can even venture inside the glacier to explore the mesmerizing world of ice caves, adding a touch of adventure to your holiday.
Family-Friendly Destination
Dachstein is the ideal destination for families seeking quality time together. The region offers numerous family-friendly activities, including easy hikes suitable for all ages, wildlife encounters, and interactive museums. 
Whether you're building a snowman in winter or picnicking by a pristine lake in summer, Dachstein provides a safe and wholesome environment for family bonding.
Wellness And Relaxation
For those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation, Dachstein doesn't disappoint. Several wellness resorts and spa facilities are nestled amidst the stunning landscapes. 
Unwind with a soothing massage, take a dip in thermal baths, or simply bask in the serenity of the natural surroundings. Dachstein offers the perfect setting to de-stress and reconnect with yourself.
Unique Accommodations
Dachstein offers many accommodations, from cosy mountain lodges to luxurious alpine resorts. 
Choose from traditional chalets or modern hotels designed to enhance your holiday experience. 
Many lodgings provide stunning mountain views, ensuring that you wake up to the beauty of Dachstein every morning.
Conclusion
Dachstein is a holiday destination that has something for everyone. It's a place to connect with nature, experience adventure, and create cherished memories with your loved ones. 
Make your booking for Hotel at Dachstein and embark on a journey of discovery, relaxation, and unforgettable moments. So why wait? Start planning your holiday at Dachstein now!
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claireinnc · 2 years ago
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Banner Elk
When we first accepted the adventure of living in America, we anticipated being able to ski in the mountains which we'd heard were close by. We had images of ski resorts, similar to those we'd been fortunate to experience in Ottawa and had been looking forward to the ski season. We've skied in the Austrian Alps for many years and it's a place close to our hearts, particularly Maria Alm. The beauty of the snow covered mountains, quaint villages and great slopes makes it just perfect. We knew the resorts in NC were not going to match, but we were still looking forward to visiting them.
So, as Winter had arrived and there was snow forecast for the nearest slopes, we headed off to Banner Elk. We were fortunate to have Monday off school due to it being a national holiday, which meant a little more time, however, it also meant that everyone else had the same idea!
Banner Elk is a small town in the Blue Ridge Mountains of NC and lies between Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain. We had booked an Air Bnb which was beautifully located at the top of a hill at the end of the main street. It was perfect, although as the temperatures started to drop below freezing, it did concern us whether we'd actually be able to get out of the car park which was on an incline.
Our drive from Concord on Saturday morning took us first to Blowing Rock, where we stopped for lunch. The first time we visited this quaint mountain town, it was pouring with rain. This time, we experienced bitter cold and snow. We really must visit on a sunny day! It was so bitterly cold, we could only think of getting inside to eat and then continue on our way.
On our first evening in Banner Elk, we walked down the hill in minus 9 temperatures and were treated to the sight of a herd of deer by the roadside. I was disappointed not to have my zoom lens with me, but managed an Iphone photo - not super but it was cool to see them just staring back at me as I clicked away.
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We enjoyed a great meal at Stonewalls restaurant - perfect location, delicious food and entertained by a local musician playing classic tracks from our days of youth.
Once morning was upon us, we headed down the hill to a rather unorganised, tired ski hire shop. It took forever to sort our skis and boots, both of which had definitely seen better days. Then we were on our way to the slopes of Sugar Mountain. On arrival, we were directed into a car park which was quickly filling up and we became aware that we would be catching a bus for the next stage. A queue was developing just as we parked. We changed quickly into our skis and joined a rather long line of ski outfits all waiting to board the 'old school bus' which would take us to the slopes.
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Within ten minutes, we arrived at the slopes. There was a stream of people heading towards a counter. We followed. By this time, it was becoming apparent that it was going to be a pretty chaotic day. We were not wrong. After purchasing our ' extortionate priced' lift tickets, we needed a coffee. There was a building which looked like it probably housed refreshments. So we headed inside to be confronted with a large cafeteria styled hall with a self service cafe and a small coffee counter at the far end. Both had extensive queues, but we had no choice but to join the end and wait to purchase overpriced poor quality food and our drinks.
As we watched out through the window, the length of the lift queue became apparent. It was all very different from our experience of Austria. We had no option, but to finish our drinks and join the queue.
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On a positive note, it was a beautiful weather. Perfect blue sky. Snow covered slopes. We just had to make the most of it. We headed up to the top of the mountain and enjoyed a few runs down. It was generally very busy, with the majority of skiers and boarders appearing to have minimal control of their feet - which terrified me-but it was still good to be out on the slopes.
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Whilst the skiing was disappointing, Banner Elk was beautiful and it was great to be outside and enjoying the great weather with my wonderful husband.
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lastfrontierh · 2 years ago
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Heat As A Lot As Winter Ski Incentives Cmw
Revelstoke usually will get over 10 metres of snow per year, which is around double what probably the most reliably snowy European resorts get. With towering forests of fantastically spaced old-growth western red cedar and hemlock bushes , Revelstoke sits at the heart of some of the world’s greatest tree skiing. "What a talent Ken was; His capacity Heli skiing Canada behind the wheel was matched by his attitude outside of a automobile; he was so nicely loved by his team and the individuals he worked with. "RIP Ken Block, with thanks for some hilarious days out," he wrote. And the motoring world was heartbroken this morning when Ken's racing team Hoonigan confirmed he had been killed within the accident aged simply 55.
Arnie Wilson spent 15 years in tv - 10 of them as a news and present affairs reporter - earlier than turning into the Financial Times ski correspondent in 1986. In 1994 he skied every day for a year - a feat which took him to 240 resorts in 13 countries all over the world, and into The Guinness Book of Records. In 2001 he took over the Ski Club of Great Britain's magazine, Ski+board, modifying greater than 50 points before resuming his freelance career in 2014. For a start Heli skiing Canada it’s banned in France and just about banned in Austria too, excluding a limited heli-skiing operation in Lech. The solely Alpine nations the place heli-skiing is routinely on provide are Italy and Switzerland, and even here it’s a considerably completely different concept. Although in simplistic phrases the helicopter is “just” a quite expensive taxi-ride to get you to recent powder (and no, you don’t leap out of the machine in mid-air à la James Bond) it’s an exhilarating experience.
Arctic Heli Skiing has some 4,000 square kilometres of slopes and a good snow record at a relatively low altitude. You can guide four- or six-day packages or a single day programme. Lunch is usually a picnic in a clearing beside the helicopter.
Product descriptions on this website are meant solely as a guide to coverage phrases and circumstances, together with benefits, and shouldn't be relied upon to determine policy coverage. Policy coverage is subject to the precise terms and conditions of every coverage wording. Untracked snow is the "ultimate winter high" and no higher experience can be gained than by going Heli-skiing. We meet on the pre-breakfast stretch session, or at the finish of the day at the bar or within the sizzling tub.
Each Oxford Ski Company booking includes our complimentary pre-arrival concierge service. Your specialist will help prepare the all-important finer details which are part of planning the proper ski holiday. Fusing world-class heli skiing with the classic ski city experience. The day begins at 5.30 within the morning with an equipment verify, cup of tea and full breakfast. From the top, you’ll experience the pleasure of Canada’s famous champagne powder, exploring utterly untouched runs without one other skier in sight. For example, RK, one of the operators organises day lengthy packages for these seeking to benefit from the thrill of an isolated location without committing to a multi-day bundle.
Vermont’s Catamount Trail is the longest Nordic skiing route in North America, stretching from the state’s border with Massachusetts right up to Canada. Chances are slight that you would do it multi functional go – in 40 years, just a hundred and five individuals have. But the trail is divided into 31 segments, which could be carried out in single-day tours – a good way to get a taster and find your ft within the New England snow. Alpino Vino – at 3,627m, America’s highest fine-dining restaurant – only opens its doors December to April. Perched up in Colorado’s Telluride Ski Resort, even reaching it is tough.
If you haven’t every been heli-skiing, now’s your likelihood to experience it first-hand — nicely, the virtual actuality model, anyway. Glacius Travel provides tailored winter breaks to awide vary range of groups, households and corporations Heli skiing Canada in the UK and past. We specialise in taking 100 percent of the stress and pressure from the booking course of as properly as seamless trip delivery.
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theblueorchidhotels · 2 years ago
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Christmas festivities from around the world | Celebrate with Blue Orchid Hotels
Christmas and New Year are one of the most popular festivals in the Western world. There are quite a lot of countries that do not see Christmas as a public holiday but that does not damper their celebration spirit. Hotels in London UK offer several deals which you can lay your hands on if you are quick with your bookings. These deals disappear fast as there are millions who visit London during the Christmas season. 
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Let's take a look at how people around the world celebrate Christmas: 
South Korea
Christmas in South Korea is a big affair as 25-30%  of the population is Christian. It has the most Christians than any other South Asian nation. Even amongst the non-Christians, Christmas day is extremely popular as churches are all decked in neon lights and floral wreaths. 
It is a national holiday, however, people have to return to work the next day. A longer break is provided during the New Year week. Korean New Year is quite different from the Western World. 1st of January sees a celebration with enthusiasm, but the Koreans Lunar New Year is a bigger deal. With traditional food, new clothing, tons of gifts, lights and cultural norms, it is one of the best times to visit Korea. 
Germany 
Germans are known for their lavish celebration of Christmas day. Markets, food stalls, skiing and ice skating, beer, and glass ornaments decorations. Not only the celebration is popular, but so are the tales of Krampus, a horned, green monster that comes along St. Nicholas. Carp and Goose are popular specialities with Stollen, a fruited yeast bread. Every part of Germany has its own traditions and stories. Similar to the hotels in London UK, accommodation in Germany is to be booked ahead if you want a budgeted stay. 
Switzerland 
This country shares similar customs as Germany and Austria, There is food, mulled wine, music and presents. Enjoy some hot Glühwein as you stroll around the villages for Christmas food and decorations. People come out to celebrate with parades and sing carols around the towns. 
In London, Westminster Abbey hotels are close to the gothic church and the Royal Albert Hall organises service and carol performances. Churches in Switzerland organise mass services on St. Nicholas Day as well as Christmas Day.
United States of America 
A Christmas in America is not complete without extravagant decorations using lights, Santa Claus, Snowmen and Reindeer. The Christmas cards are sent to families and friends, the unusual Christmas Pickle tradition, and cookies with a glass of milk are left outside for Santa. 
As in London, near all the top conference venues in London, Trafalgar Square features a marvellous tree with children performing Christmas Carol, its American counterpart is New York's Rockefeller Center with a massive tree of its own and a public skating rink. 
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Christmas trees were popularised by Prince Albert, the husband of Queen Victoria. Being German, he figured it was one of the best ways to celebrate the festival in London. Nativity Plays and Carol Services with candlelights put you into the right mood for Christmas. Westminster Abbey hotels offer your proximity to all the top churches, and theatres, as well as Oxford and Piccadilly Circus. 
Choosing Blue Orchid Hotels London 
Having three properties in the heart of London that are Tower Suites, The Wellington and the Rochester, Blue Orchid offers exquisite discounts for the most luxurious rooms that would delight every guest. Family experiences, Christmas tours, Afternoon tea traditions, Wizarding experiences, you name it, the hotels offer it. Apart from their excellent location near the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, River Thames, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace, these hotels are also some of the best conference venues in London.
Redefining your stay in the big city, whether you wish to stay in a room with a river view or a tranquil region away from the bustling traffic, you can book yourself a room without fretting. 
The hotels have a spa, gym, private outdoor gardens, Alfresco dining with numerous packages, a coffee shop, restaurants, and comfortable rooms that will put your mind at ease as you experience the high life of London. (Facilities differ at every hotel) 
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Abolish the monarchy? I'd just get on with my life, says Dutch Princess Amalia​
Dutch Crown Princess Amalia has admitted she is unfazed by calls for the monarchy to be abolished, saying “they can do it, as far as I’m concerned,” in a book to mark her upcoming 18th birthday. The princess, who is the heir to the Dutch throne, also said she would ask her mother to stand in for a few years if her father were to die suddenly. If the monarchy were to go, “I’ll just carry on with living my life,” the princess said in a glossy authorised biography released on Tuesday - a rite of passage for future Dutch kings and queens on reaching adulthood. The book was written by comedian and actress Claudia de Breij, and based on a series of in-person interviews, emails and WhatsApp exchanges. Support for the Dutch monarchy has dropped in recent months and questions are increasingly raised about its cost to the taxpayer, though the threat of abolition is not imminent. A disastrous royal family holiday to Greece last year while the rest of the Netherlands was in lockdown was criticised for being tone-deaf, and prompted a swift return and shame-faced apology from the King and Queen. In the book, the princess spoke candidly about her mental health, revealing that she was sent to a child psychologist as her parents, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima, were concerned about her. She said she needed support after her aunt took her own life in 2018. “I don't think it's taboo,” the Dutch public broadcaster NOS quoted Princess Amalia as saying. “Sometimes it all gets too much for me... and then I talk to someone. If I feel the need, I make an appointment. Just vent, and then I'll be ready for another month.” In a video shared on social media, Princess Amalia said the book was “very cool…I think it’s unreal. I think the book paints a really nice picture of who I am.” In the 111-page book, the keen horse-rider, cocktail-maker and singer also discusses the precautions she now takes when skiing off-piste after her uncle, Prince Friso, died following a serious skiing accident in Austria in 2012. Earlier this year, she waived her right to an annual income of €1.6 million until she begins taking on royal duties.
source: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2021/11/16/abolish-monarchy-just-get-life-says-dutch-princess-amalia/?utm_content=telegraph&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1637097026
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lady-divine-writes · 4 years ago
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Good Omens one-shot - “Crowley’s Cheeky Christmas Holiday” (Rated NC17)
Summary: Aziraphale is not too thrilled with the plans Crowley has made for their first real holiday. But after a little interactive explanation, Aziraphale is more than onboard. (1346 words)
Warning for fluffy, naked canoodling and then wam! Sexual content xD
Read on AO3.
"Ho-ho-ho!" Crowley chuckles, practically skipping his way through the master bedroom.
"Hmm. Someone seems awfully proud of themselves," Aziraphale notes dryly.
“I am, angel. I am."
"Please. Elaborate. Don't keep me in suspense."
"All right. I just confirmed our flight for tomorrow,” Crowley announces, slipping off his robe to join his husband reading in bed. “Flight 344, leaving promptly at noon.” He claps his hands, beyond thrilled that they’re finally going on their first official holiday as husbands (aside from their honeymoon, which, to Crowley, belongs in a separate category). “So, tell me, angel - are you excited to see Verwöhnhotel Kristall?”
“I suppose,” Aziraphale says, followed by a long, drawn-out sigh as he turns to the next page, less than enthused.
“You suppose?” Crowley cocks a thin brow at him. “Oh, don’t tell me you’ve changed your mind? You just want to stay at home with your books and read? We decided that we would travel now that we’re both gainfully unemployed! We made that decision together!” 
“It’s not that, my dear,” Aziraphale assures him with eyes still firmly planted on his book. “It’s just that I’ve been to Austria.”
“We’ve been to everywhere, angel. There’s no avoiding going somewhere again.”
“Austria is a hop, skip, and a jump from here. Spending our Christmas holiday there …" Another sigh "... we might as well find a hotel down the road and book a room.”
Crowley stares at Aziraphale, lost for a response. But then he snickers madly. Aziraphale finally lifts his eyes from his page.
“What? What did I say that’s so funny?”
“Nothing.” Crowley waves his laughter away. “You're being such a snob about this. I adore it.”
Aziraphale gasps. “I am not! I simply thought that if we are going on a holiday over Christmas, a traditionally cold and bleary time, that we could perhaps visit somewhere warm and sunny.”
“I’m sure the sun is going to make an appearance while we’re in Austria. The damned thing isn’t going anywhere ... yet.”
Aziraphale rolls his eyes at how thoroughly his husband missed the point. “It’s still going to be cold. Tremendously cold.”
“You have a coat and scarf. It’s going to be brilliant, Aziraphale!" Crowley declares in response to his husband's huff. "I have it all planned out. Could you please trust me?”
"Trust you? Since you haven’t divulged any of your plans, I maintain my right to judge.”
“I wanted it to be a surprise, but alrighty then. Have it your way.” Instead of sliding under the comforter with Aziraphale, Crowley pulls it off Aziraphale’s legs with a dramatic flourish. 
Aziraphale gapes at him. “What on Earth are you doing!?” 
“Since you’re so eager to judge, I’m going to go over our travel plans with you.”
“And you took off the covers why? To simulate the frigid temperatures?”
“Haha, no. I need you to lay flat on your stomach.”
The incredulity on Aziraphale's face grows to epic proportions. “Whatever for?”
“It’s sort of a presentation. You’ll understand once we get started.”
Aziraphale sets his book aside with a third, heavier sigh and complies. “Will you be requiring a wahoo afterward?”
“I might,” Crowley snaps, impatiently returning his husband’s snark with more snark. Because of that, Aziraphale takes his sweet time settling onto his stomach on the bed, dragging a pillow with him to rest his crossed arms upon, and then his chin.
“All right. I am in the proper position, I trust.”
“Yes, but you’re a wee bit overdressed.” Crowley raises a hand to Aziraphale’s view. “Do you mind?”
“Do you mean to undress me?”
“Yes.”
“Is this absolutely necessary?”
“Yes.”
“Fine. Go ahead.”
“Wonderful.” Crowley snaps his fingers, and immediately Aziraphale is naked. He shudders self-consciously at the removal of his clothes but focuses on his husband instead, admittedly curious. “Okay.” Crowley rubs his hands together, warming them up before he begins. “First, I am taking you ice skating …”
“What a visionary,” Aziraphale teases. “We live in London. There are skating rinks a mere bus ride away. Why do we have to travel to Austria to go ice skating when we---?” Aziraphale’s voice cuts out when he feels his husband’s fingertips play over his shoulders, sliding in unison, mimicking the movements of two people skating. “O-oh ...” Aziraphale shivers beneath Crowley’s gentle touch. “This is an interactive presentation.”
“A-ha.”
“I see. What else is on your itinerary?”
“Skiing.”
Aziraphale wiggles as Crowley’s fingers slide down the slope of his spine, slaloming from flank to flank before launching off the end of his tailbone.
“Mmm, yes, yes,” Aziraphale says. “I can see the appeal. Anything else?”
“Snowboarding.”
Aziraphale snorts. “Right---eee!” He squeals when one of Crowley’s phalange snowboarders glides over a particularly ticklish spot on his back. “Since when have you wanted to go snowboarding?”
“Not until recently. I figure, after everything we’ve been through over the past few centuries, now is the perfect time to try something new. What d'you think?”
“Have you not known me for 6000 years? I am not an angel made for snowboarding.”
“Why not?” Crowley pouts, sending his snowboarders up Aziraphale’s back for the return trip. “Don’t angels Segway around Heaven?”
“Not me. Not once.”
“Aren’t you in the mood for an adventure?”
“If by adventure you mean eat at a new experimental fusion restaurant, then yes. I am definitely in the mood. But trusting life and limb to a thin plank of wood whilst careening down an icy hill at a hundred miles per hour, then no. I am in no mood for adventure.”
“But you’ll go skiing?”
“Yes.”
“How is that different?”
“First off, I have been skiing before. Cross-country mainly.”
“Skis are technically thin planks of wood.”
“Yes, but they give you two - one for each foot. So, it’s much more like skating. Even more like walking if you’re traveling straight along.”
“I see your point.” Crowley stops one snowboarder on Aziraphale’s right shoulder while the other tumbles to the mattress like he’s falling from a cliff.
“Crowley! How could you?” Aziraphale cries in mock horror, staring at the pair of fingers he assumes represent him lying unconscious in the snow. “You didn’t even try to stop me!”
“I did, angel. I could only save one of us, so I made the ultimate sacrifice.”
“That’s very noble of you,” Aziraphale says with a solemn sniff. “What's next? I mean, after I fetch a strapping young gentleman to fish you out of the snow and I miracle your broken legs back together.”
“Funny. You’re very funny.” Crowley crawls down the bed, straddles Aziraphale’s legs. “After all that physical exertion, we’ll want to get some lunch.”
“Sounds logical.” Aziraphale closes his eyes when Crowley’s lips brush the knobs of his spine, laying a trail of kisses along the curve of his back. “Mmm … my vote is for crepes smothered in loganberries and fresh cream.”
“I thought you might,” Crowley murmurs.
“Did you have something specific in mind?”
“Dunno. Thought maybe we could grab some ice cream,” Crowley mumbles, massaging Aziraphale’s arse, kneading with firm hands, and admiring the view.
“Ice cream?” Aziraphale scoffs. “In winter? Why would you want to eat freezing cold ice cream surrounded by all that snow---oh! My … goodness!” He yelps when Crowley’s hands part his cheeks, and a silky hot tongue begins lapping at his hole. “Yes! Yes, I see! Ice cream! Ice cream does sound fabulous, come to think of it! We can eat as much ice cream as you want!”
“So …” Crowley pauses to talk, toying with Aziraphale’s entrance with swipes of his tongue and barely-there kisses between words “… how are you … feeling about … Austria now?”
“I …” Aziraphale’s breath catches when Crowley’s tongue interrupts him, slowly circling, weeding its way inside. “I think … this may turn out to be … the best holiday … ever!”
“Can I get a wahoo?” Crowley says, then nothing else as he fucks his husband with his tongue.
“Uh … uh …” Aziraphale swallows hard, melting into the chilly sheets beneath him. “Wahoo …”
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Primrose, lunar mist, bird of paradise, gardenia, lion's fairytale, marmalade skies, everlasting daisy, honey perfume, night owl, creams and sky, tulip, angel's face, lunaria, tiger lily, peony, tea rose, foxglove, cosmos, clover, lotus and petunia (sorry if this is a bit too much, I just really love learning more about the people I love)😘❤
Don't worry I don't mind 😊 and you're really sweet, I love you too 💕
primrose; what book does everyone right now need to read?
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lunar mist; do you like wearing other people’s shirts/jackets?
yesss. i stole several from my sister and my mother ahah. i love stealing people's clothes in general even if i don't do it often. when i have a gf, i will definitely steal half of her wardrobe
bird of paradise; what was the best thing that happened to you this month?
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gardenia; what’s a promise you’ve recently made to yourself?
to cut ties with a friend i have feelings for
lion’s fairytale; would you rather be the sky, the ocean or the forests?
the ocean so i'm not stuck in a one tiny place but can also be in contact with people. idk, it's just a vibe
marmalade skies; do you plan your outfits?
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everlasting daisy; what’s the last dream you remember having?
as i forget nearly all of my dreams, the last one i remember having it's because it was quite... striking. aka it's still the sex dream with Julie Gonzalo lmao
honey perfume; favorite movie ever?
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night owl; how many countries have you visited?
16! in no particular order : England, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Portugal, Austria, Norway, Danemark, Croatia, Greece, the United States, Canada
creams and sky; what’s the craziest/bravest thing you’ve done?
Dancing with friends on a bar's table (which had a pole in its center), shirtless (bra on) 😂 On at least three different occasions I'd say haha
tulip; name 5 facts about yourself.
i already answered this but i guess i can find more facts
1. I learnt German for 5 years.
2. The band/artist I saw live the most is Milky Chance. I saw them 3 times, always with the same friend
3. I'm a virgin (not by choice but more by lack of the right occasion)
4. I'm such the mom friend that when we went to Lisbon last summer with some friends, they called me Mutter (mother in German) the whole week. And they still do it sometimes. I unironically love it
5. I have absolutely no exact idea of when I first realized I wasn't straight and who I came out to first.
angel’s face; what was your favorite bedtime story as a child?
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lunaria; what’s your favorite fictional universe?
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tiger lily; do you have any hobbies?
music, watching tv shows, reading, eating, quantifying stuff about my life on my bullet journal, tumblr
peony; share a small random book passage that means something to you.
"Aggressive et hystérique
Ça fait des siècles que j'entends ça
Indignée et déterminée voil�� ce que je suis"
from the play "À nos places" by Agnès Marietta aka @laderdesders1
tea rose; what’s something you always wanted to do but were too scared?
telling my parents i'm depressed and used to be suicidal
foxglove; who is your favorite cartoon character?
i don't know about favorite but i recently discovered the cartoon Harley Quinn and I love Poison Ivy in it
cosmos; do you ever think about the galaxy?
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clover; how would your friends describe you?
Well, you once described me (there was a context but still) as "kind, informed and sassy" and I loved it so much i put it in my bio lmao. Otherwise idk. But one time, one of my best friends said that he was never worried about introducing new people to our group if I was there because I was the person who best made outsiders feel welcome.
lotus; best memory as a child?
wow, way too many. but what first came to my mind rn (for some reason) was when we went to Rome with my parents when I was 12 during the winter holidays. it was snowing like crazy in France but I have this distinct memory of getting my coat off on a balcony at the top of a museum. And standing above Rome, feeling the sun on my skin, I felt so happy.
petunia; who’s story is your biggest inspiration in life? why?
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Holidays 9.7
Holidays
Air Force Day (Pakistan)
Bitcoin Day
Constitution Day (Fiji)
Day of Military Intelligence (Ukraine)
Feel the Love Day
Festa Della Rificolona begins (Paper Lantern Festival; Florence, Italy)
First Day of Peel Season
Flag Day (Kuwait)
Fluidra International Pool Pro Day
Google Commemoration Day
Grandad’s Day
Grandma Moses Day
International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies (UN)
International Manatee Day
Lusaka Peace Agreement Day (a.k.a. Victory Day; Mozambique)
Military Intelligence Day (Ukraine)
Miss America Day
Napoleon Day
National Attention Deficit Disorder Awareness Day
National Buy A Book Day
National First Day of Peel Season
National Grateful Patient Day
National Napoleon Day
National New Hampshire Day
National Regina Day
National Tatiana Day
National Threatened Species Day (Australia)
Neither Snow Nor Rain Day
Newt Day
Nijamati Sewa Divas (Civil Servants Day; Nepal)
Raggedy Ann Day
Roberto Clemente Day
Seven of Nine Day
Still’s Disease Awareness Day
Superhuman Day
Texas Energy Savings Day (Texas)
Threatened Species Day (Australia)
Turn A Cartwheel in Public Day
Victory Day (Mozambique)
Walter White Day
Wild Rose Day (French Republic)
World Day of the Diver
World Duchenne Awareness Day
World Fair Play Day
World Field Epidemiology Day
World Menopause and Work Day
Youth Mental Health Day (UK)
Food & Drink Celebrations
Acorn Squash Day
National Beer Lover’s Day
New England Apple Day
Porter's Porter Day
Salami Day
1st Thursday in September
International Day of the Orchid [1st Thursday]
Jeûne Genevois (Geneva, Switzerland) [Thursday after 1st Sunday]
Kid Lit Art Postcard Day [1st Thursday]
Independence Days
Brazil (from Portugal, 1822)
Istria (Declared; 2005) [unrecognized]
Feast Days
Alchmund and Tilberht (Christian; Saint)
Alexandre Falguière (Artology)
Anastasius the Fuller (Christian; Saint)
The Apocalypse (Pastafarian)
Clodoald (a.k.a. Cloud; Christian; Saint)
Coulomb (Positivist; Saint)
Eunan (Christian; Saint)
Evurtius, Bishop of Orleans (Christian; Saint)
Festival of Durga (Goddess of Energy and the World)
Grandma Moses (Artology)
Gratus of Aosta (Christian; Saint)
Grimonia (a.k.a. Germana; Christian; Saint)
Jacob Lawrence (Artology)
Madelberte (Christian; Saint)
Marko Krizin (Christian; Saint)
Matthäus Günther (Artology)
Media Aestas VI (Pagan)
Murray Monster (Muppetism)
Old Boyfriends/Girlfriends Remembrance Day (Pastafarian)
Regina (Christian; Saint)
Stephen Pongracz (Christian; Saint)
Susan St. James Day (Church of the SubGenius; Saint)
Lucky & Unlucky Days
Perilous Day (13th Century England) [26 of 32]
Taian (大安 Japan) [Lucky all day.]
Umu Limnu (Evil Day; Babylonian Calendar; 41 of 60)
Very Unlucky Day (Grafton’s Manual of 1565) [43 of 60]
Premieres
A Momentary Lapse of Reason, by Pink Floyd (Album; 1987)
Anna and the King of Siam, by Margaret Landon (Memoir; 1943)
Anna Karenina (Film; 2012)
Astro Boy (Animated TV Series; 1963)
Bad, by Michael Jackson (Song; 1987)
Brandy, by Brandy (Album; 1994)
The Brother from Another Planet (Film; 1984)
Buddy Holly, by Weezer (Song; 1994)
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, by Elton John (Song; 1973)
The Lady in Red (WB MM Cartoon; 1935)
A Momentary Lapse of Reason, by Pink Floyd (Album; 1987)
No Sail (Disney Cartoon; 1945)
Peppermint (Film; 2018)
Rock Star (Film; 2001)
The Silver Chair, by C.S. Lewis (Novel; 1953) [The Chronicles of Narnia #4]
SportsCenter (Sports TV Show; 1979)
Stick and Rudder: An Explanation of the Art of Flying, by Wolfgang Langewiesche (Flying Book; 1944)
3:10 to Yuma (Film; 2007)
True Blood (TV Series; 2008)
The Unmentionables (WB MM Cartoon; 1963)
Video Killed the Radio Star, by The Buggles (1979)
You Send Me, by Sam Cooke (Song; 1957)
Today’s Name Days
Otto, Ralph, Regina (Austria)
Marko, Memorije, Regina (Croatia)
Regína (Czech Republic)
Robert (Denmark)
Regiina, Reina (Estonia)
Arhippa, Arho, Milo, Miro (Finland)
Reine (France)
Otto, Ralph, Regina (Germany)
Casino, Sozon (Greece)
Regina (Hungary)
Grato (Italy)
Ermins, Regīna, Valdone (Latvia)
Bartas, Bartė, Palmira, Regina (Lithuania)
Regine, Rose (Norway)
Domasława, Domisława, Marek, Melchior, Regina, Rena, Ryszard (Poland)
Marianna (Slovakia)
Judit, Judith, Regina (Spain)
Kevin, Roy (Sweden)
Raegan, Raina, Rana, Rani, Reagan, Regan, Regina, Regine, Yale (USA)
Today is Also…
Day of Year: Day 250 of 2024; 115 days remaining in the year
ISO: Day 4 of week 36 of 2023
Celtic Tree Calendar: Muin (Vine) [Day 3 of 28]
Chinese: Month 7 (Geng-Shen), Day 23 (Wu-Chen)
Chinese Year of the: Rabbit 4721 (until February 10, 2024)
Hebrew: 21 Elul 5783
Islamic: 21 Safar 1445
J Cal: 10 Aki; Threesday [10 of 30]
Julian: 25 August 2023
Moon: 44%: Waning Crescent
Positivist: 26 Gutenberg (9th Month) [Coulomb]
Runic Half Month: Rad (Motion) [Day 11 of 15]
Season: Summer (Day 78 of 94)
Zodiac: Virgo (Day 17 of 32)
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