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Corona Capital Music Festival 2013 in Mexico City (CheapOair)

The Corona Capital Music Festival 2013 descends on Mexico City mid October offering music fans one of the most amazing rosters of musicians out there today. Read my complete post at the CheapOair blog.

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Visit James Bond’s England (CheapOair)

Bond. James … yeah, you know the next bit. One of Britain’s greatest pop icons – the one and only 007 – is wowing film fans visiting the UK at these attractions celebrating the world’s most famous spy and the works of writer Ian Fleming. Continue reading

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Get a Taste of Brazil during London’s Brazilian Film Festival (CheapOair)

The Brazilian Film Festival – the premiere platform for contemporary Brazilian cinema in the UK – returns to London from the 27th of September to the 1st of October, offering a riveting presentation of Brazilian culture on and off the screen. Continue reading

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World’s Biggest Chocolate Show Coming to London This October (CheapOair)

Salon du Chocolat, the world’s biggest chocolate show, is joining forces with the organisers of London’s annual chocolate festival, Chocolate Unwrapped, to create what is slated to be the most incredible chocolate show the UK has ever seen: Salon du Chocolat – London. Continue reading

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Happy (Early) Halloween from Houston (CheapOair)

Trick or treat, y’all? October’s just around the corner, and Houstonians are preparing for a frightfully fun Halloween. Here’s a selection of five events around Houston, whether you’re looking for family friendly activities for the little ones or something more mature for the witching hours. Continue reading

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DIG by Sculptor Daniel Silver: Intriguing Outdoor Art on View for Free in London (CheapOair)

An abandoned, overgrown landscape in central London is the site for an installation of free-to-view public art by artist Daniel Silver. Called Dig, the installation features a series of not-quite-finished (often eerily incomplete or eroded) figures and fragments of varying size all worked from hand and made of a range of materials including marble, plaster and terracotta. Continue reading

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A Guide to Mexico City’s Neighborhoods (CheapOair)

Mexico City is a lot of things to a lot of people. But there’s one aspect that everybody who’s ever been there can agree on. It’s a big place. One of the largest cities in the world, the same dynamic that makes Mexico City such an excellent destination can also lead to a bit of frustration if you’re unsure how to get around. Before you go, have look at this quick guide to the city’s main neighborhoods. Continue reading

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Bermondsey Street Festival Returns to South London (CheapOair)

Bermondsey Street Festival is an annual celebration of music, dance, arts, cuisine and creativity situated in and around one of London’s quaintest little lanes. The festival is entirely volunteer-led and can draw big crowds. Last year the event saw 15,000 visitors enjoying a range of activities including a dog show, a fashion show, maypole dancing, an open air cinema and more than 100 stalls. This year attendee numbers are expected to nearly double. Continue reading

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Great Day Trips from New Orleans (CheapOair)

Not that you’d ever run out of things to do during a visit to New Orleans but it’s good to keep in mind the wealth of day trip destinations and attractions within a few hours drive of NOLA. If enjoying a few days at the beach, communing with nature or discovering the region’s unique culture sounds like an ideal add-on to your upcoming trip to New Orleans, keep reading for some suggestions. Continue reading

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Where to Eat Hot Wings in London (CheapOair)

Winging it for next meal in Central London? Here are five London eateries with chicken-rific menus serving awesome wings that you should give a cluck about. Continue reading

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Free Outdoor Cinema at The Scoop in London (CheapOair)

London’s riverside amphitheatre, The Scoop at More London, will host free outdoor cinema screenings of classic, cult and contemporary films from the 11th of September until the 27th. All screenings at this purpose-built 1,000-seat amphitheatre with 25 foot screen (not … Continue reading

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Dining in Chiswick, West London (CheapOair)

Situated in a leafy and somewhat suburban area of West London, Chiswick is a family friendly community with a village-y feel. It’s also a fantastic destination for some of London’s best restaurants with one of the most dynamic dining scenes in the entire city. From Michelin stars to whoopie pies and just about everything delectable in between, Chiswick is home to a variety of restaurants and food shops for just about any occasion. Here’s a list highlighting but a few of the excellent eateries around Chiswick. Continue reading

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Houston’s Museum District (CheapOair)

More than a dozen museums and cultural attractions within a mile and a half radius? Everything truly is bigger in Texas, even the museum districts! The Houston Museum District is home to 19 museums and cultural attractions all located with a mile and a half of the city’s Mecom Fountain. Continue reading

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NFL in the UK (CheapOair)

Every year since 2007, a regular season game of good ole NFL American football has been played at Wembley Stadium in London. Plans for the 2013 season keep with this well established trend but actually up the ante with not just one but two NFL International Series games slated to be played at the 90,000 capacity Wembley Stadium, the world’s largest stadium with all seats under cover. Continue reading

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Explore London’s South Bank (CheapOair)

have a look at all the fun waiting for you on the south side of London’s historic River Thames. Here’s a list of the area’s top attractions. Of course, you’ll find fantastic hotels located amid these great venues. It’s a well connected part of town as well with a handful of Tube stations and rail services – even Thames Clipper river boat services – all just an easy stroll away. Continue reading

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4 Mexico City Blogs en Inglés (CheapOair)

Of course, such a huge metropolis has a lot to offer whatever your reasons for traveling, but finding out about what’s on and worth checking out while visiting “the DF” can be a challenge. Here’s a list of four blogs about Mexico City, written in English and sharing all sorts of tips and insights. Continue reading

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5 Foodie Blogs from NOLA (CheapOair)

Hungry? You will be after reading this scrumptious list featuring five of New Orleans’ tastiest food blogs. Continue reading

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London’s Best Bowling Alleys (CheapOair)

Let’s face it. London weather can be variable. And that’s putting it mildly. Folks looking to book their London flights probably aren’t planning their visit to work on their tans. That said, at the time of writing this blog post, London is in the midst of a mini-heat wave with clear blue skies and plenty of sunshine. Whatever the case with the weather may be, London offers a fantastic range of indoor activities such as bowling. Everybody likes to bowl, right? Continue reading

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The South for France Comes to London for the Joie de Vivre Festival (CheapOair)

Britain or France for your summer vacation? Hmmm … it’s a tough choice. Or maybe you’ve already booked your London flights for this time round and you’re considering making France yoru next big destination?With the Sud de France Joie de … Continue reading

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England’s Sports Museums (CheapOair)

When not on the court or in the stands, another great way to soak up all of England’s athletics heritage is to visit one of its sporting museums. Here’s a list of the country’s top museums dedicated to the history and legacy of British sports … Continue reading

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The Whitstable Oyster Festival (CheapOair)

Keen for a taste of some of Britain’s best seafood? This is the place! And a great time to visit is during the town’s annual celebration of everybody’s favorite bivalve mollusk – the oyster! Continue reading

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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London Casts Summer Spells for All Ages Fun (CheapOair)

This summer, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter is inviting kids of all ages to experience its first ever Summer Spells feature. Running from the 26th of July until the 2nd of September, Summer Spells will give visitors the opportunity to go behind the scenes of the Harry Potter films and discover firsthand how spells such as Wingardium Leviosa were brought to life on screen and how details such as wand movements that accompanied the spells were developed. Continue reading

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Hot Concerts This August in Atlanta (CheapOair)

They don’t call it Hotlanta for nothing! And with a host of hit makers coming to the Georgia capital this August, the city is set to get even hotter. Continue reading

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New Science Gallery Planned for London (CheapOair)

A new science gallery has been announced for London with an aim to “generate and host dynamic exhibitions, events, performances and festivals” and bring “science, technology and health into dialogue with the arts” while “inspiring new thinking.” Continue reading

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Top Tips from Milan’s Best Bloggers (CheapOair)

Whether you’re hoping to mingle at some of the city’s coolest wine bars or to discover the latest trends in fashion before they hit the streets back home, getting the scoop on what’s hip and happening from Milan’s most active bloggers is a smart way to glean a bit of insider insight. Continue reading

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Lobsterfest Returns to London’s Belgo Restaurants (CheapOair)

Lobsterfest runs from Thursday the 4th of July until the 31st of August at all five Belgo locations in London … Continue reading

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London Food Tour Tips (CheapOair)

Here are few tips for deciding which food tour operator might be best for you or to help you design your own foodie adventures around town … Continue reading

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Just Opened London Connects You to What is New and Coming Up (CheapOair)

JustOpenedLondon.com launched back in the early spring as part of the equally fledgling Just Opened Network, a global network of sites dedicated to celebrating and sharing everything “just opened.” But for the time being, the main focus appears to be on London. Continue reading

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Ride London’s Overground “Culture Line” (CheapOair)

The Overground’s East London extension opened in spring of 2010. This line runs from Highbury and Islington station in the north to Croydon to the south and is particularly useful – especially for culture vultures keen to check out London’s quirkier side. Continue reading

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Get the Atlanta CityPass and Save (CheapOair)

How best to go about and make sure you’re spending your money wisely? A smart way to save while checking out some of Atlanta’s most visited attractions is to get the CityPass. Continue reading

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Pup Idol Dog Show at Hampstead Heath Pub, London (CheapOair)

Great news! One of north London’s best loved and most picturesquely placed pubs is going to the dogs. Continue reading

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The Top 5 Sights in Milan (CheapOair)

It’s difficult to think of a more fashionable destination than Milan. It’s also a fantastic place to delve into Italy’s rich history and culture. Here’s a quick look at five of the city’s must-see attractions that will have you envying the luck of the Milanese … Continue reading

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Amy Winehouse: A Family Portrait at the Jewish Museum in London (CheapOair)

The answer to her hit song Rehab may very well be “NO NO NO!” However, if fans of British superstar Amy Winehouse are wondering whether they should check out a new exhibition in London that looks beyond the tabloid news and fame to focus instead on her family life, the answer is without a doubt, “YES YES YES!” Continue reading

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Scottish Wildlife: Meet the Big Five (CheapOair)

2013 is the Year of Natural Scotland (according to VisitScotland anyway). With vast expansions of wilderness, any year’s a good one to make the most of one of the world’s most rugged and beautiful landscapes. To celebrate the best of natural Scotland, VisitScotland has teamed up with Scottish Natural Heritage to “showcase some of the country’s best loved wildlife” with a list of Scotland’s Big Five. Continue reading

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The Commitments Hit the London Stage (CheapOair)

Everybody’s favourite Irish soul band, The Commitments, is coming to London with a new West End show adapted for the stage by Roddy Doyle, author of The Commitments, 25 years after his novel that inspired the hit 1991 movie was published. Continue reading

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