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How to watch the US election results while traveling in Europe

Watching from a bar the last time around. Photo: Andrew Mager
Watching from a bar the last time around. Photo: Andrew Mager

Oct 25 I voted in the 2012 US presidential election yesterday, two weeks before the event takes place across the country (at least for those of us in states without early elections). I had to—I’ll be in Copenhagen on November 6, watching from afar to see how this whole thing shakes out. But now that the (absentee) » Read more

Posted in Air Berlin, Copenhagen, Denmark, Events, News

Berlin: Festival of Lights shines October 10-21, 2012

Berlin: Festival of Lights shines October 10-21, 2012

Sep 28 In this northern European capital, the days are getting noticeably shorter, the nights are tinged with chill. But before winter sets in for good, Berlin wraps itself in a special glow – this year’s Berlin Festival of Lights runs from October 10-21, 2012. Even locals embrace the opportunity to see their city’s beloved sights in » Read more

Posted in Berlin, Events, Germany

Berlin’s Turning 775 – and You’re Invited!

Berlin’s Turning 775 – and You’re Invited!

Sep 20 On October 28, 1237, Berlin’s historic center, then known as Cölln, received its first mention in recorded history, and from this birth certificate of specious origin, Berlin has adopted this date as its official birthday. The “poor but sexy” city therefore turns 775 this year, and has decided to make a show of it! You » Read more

Posted in Berlin, Events, Germany

Dublin: Arthur’s Day and the Guinness Storehouse

Dublin: Arthur’s Day and the Guinness Storehouse

Sep 18 There’s one day of year when the spotlight in Dublin is completely on Guinness: Arthur’s Day. This holiday celebrates the man, Arthur Guinness, who gave the city its quintessential drink. On Thursday September 27, 2012 Dubliners have an extra excuse to head to their local for a pint. Some will celebrate by simply raising a » Read more

Posted in Drinks, Dublin, Events, Ireland

Kassel’s dOCUMENTA Exhibition: Get your modern art fix through Sept. 16

Kassel’s dOCUMENTA Exhibition: Get your modern art fix through Sept. 16

Aug 16 Once every five years, the greats of the modern art world are invited to participate in dOCUMENTA, an international exhibition lasting 100 days in the German city of Kassel. The city lives and breathes the art, exploiting every nook, cranny, old warehouse, public park, train station, and museum to present over 100 works of sculpture, » Read more

Posted in Art, Berlin, Events, Germany, Munich

London: The Olympics continue at the Paralympic Games

London: The Olympics continue at the Paralympic Games

Aug 13 Something magical has been happening in London over the last couple of weeks. It has barely rained; in fact, the sun has been shining almost every day. People are happy and the scent of charred meat on the barbecue fills the air. While sunshine always tends to send Londoners slightly nutty (normally resulting in an » Read more

Posted in Events, London, Sports, United Kingdom

London: Watching the Olympics in Hyde Park

London: Watching the Olympics in Hyde Park

Jul 31 As mentioned in our post last week about cheap and free places to watch the Olympics in London, giant screens have been erected in Hyde Park to accommodate locals wishing to observe the events from the comfort of the city’s center. Our London correspondent Nina Derham was among the reported 50,000 people who jammed into » Read more

Posted in Events, London, Sports, United Kingdom

Where to Watch the Olympics in London: A Cheapo’s Guide

Where to Watch the Olympics in London: A Cheapo’s Guide

Jul 26 So London has officially gone Olympics crazy. There is barely a television program that doesn’t talk about past sporting legends and future possible gold medalists, barely a corner you can turn without being reminded there are only five, four, three, two.. more days to go. As the excitement builds Londoners are starting to wonder what » Read more

Posted in Events, London, Sports, United Kingdom

Dublin: Best summer festivals for 2012

Dublin: Best summer festivals for 2012

Jun 01 By Jessica Colley— Planning a trip to Dublin this summer? There are several summer events kicking off in June that are worth scheduling your trip around. From one-time events like the arrival of the Olympic torch to old favorites like Bloomsday, Dublin is full of fun festivals this summer. June 6, 2012: Olympic Torch in » Read more

Posted in Dublin, Events, Festivals, Ireland

Berlin: Mauerpark Sunday Karaoke fights to keep on singing

Berlin: Mauerpark Sunday Karaoke fights to keep on singing

May 22 Sunday Karaoke in Berlin’s Mauerpark has become somewhat of a weekend institution. Major newspapers worldwide have written articles about the “Bearpit Karaoke” phenomenon. Tourists have given it their TripAdvisor seal of approval. YouTube explodes with Bearpit Karaoke videos. Even Flickr groups have been created, all dedicated to spreading the word, sound, and image of something » Read more

Posted in Berlin, Events, Germany, Parks