Carnaval 2010 in Barcelona

11 - 14 Feb 2010

Carnaval comes to Barcelona during Valentines weekend in February! Barcelona's streets will be alive with celebrations, from tortilla-making competitions to the all-singing, all-dancing Gran Rua de Carnaval parade.

The main procession, this year on the 13th February, parades down l’Avinguda del Parallel de Barcelona.

Further details at the Barcelona Carnaval website. I'm reading: Carnaval 2010 in BarcelonaTweet this!

Carnival Time : Pyrénées-Orientales 2010

February and March see carnivals all over the Pyrénées-Orientales – fancy dress, street parades and fireworks, singing, dancing.....along with the symbolic burning of evil spirits!

The towns of Argelès-sur-Mer, Banyuls sur Mer, Prats-de-Mollo, Amélie-les-Bains, Arles-sur-Tech, Les Angles, Céret and Le Barcarès are particularly well known for their annual 'Carnavals'.

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"Made in Asia" festival in Toulouse

26 January to 14 February 2010

"Made in Asia" is a unique celebration of Asian culture held in France's 'Pink city', Toulouse.

For the next 3 weeks Toulouse will host over 80 events ranging from exhibitions & films to culinary events and cultural workshops. Toulouse's famous Place du Capitole will be transformed into an Asian village for the duration of the festival.

Further details and a full programme of events are available from the Toulouse tourist office website. I'm reading: "Made in Asia" festival in ToulouseTweet this!

Forum des Entrepreneurs in Perpignan

Thursday 28th January 2010 : 9.30 - 17.30

If you're an entrepreneur based in the Pyrenees Orientales, Catalonia North or Perpignan area check out "Le Forum des Entrepreneurs" being held at the Palais de Congres, Perpignan - click here for a map.

The principal business and government agencies from the area will be represented, offering help and advice on all aspects of setting up and running a business in France.

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Official Austalian day in Barcelona!

26th January 2010 at 8pm

Barcelona celebrates its "official Australian day" on the 26th of January!.....courtesy of Flahertys Irish pub in Barcelona.

Flahertys is a well known Irish pub in the centre of Barcelona, just off Las Ramblas - click here for their website.

What to expect for Australian day at Flahertys, Barcelona : Australian Music, Australian Beer, Meat Pies, Didgeridoo's....and yes, lots of Australians...! I'm reading: Official Austalian day in Barcelona!Tweet this!

Les Angles ski hire discounts from FROGBUS.com!

Special discounted rates available to FROGBUS.com customers at Twinner Les Olympiades ski hire shop at Les Angles (Pyrénées-Orientales). Simply mention FROGBUS.com and receive 20% off your ski equipment hire!

FROGBUS.com have worked with Laurent and his staff for a number of years. We are confident that you will find their friendly approach and top quality ski equipment second to none in Les Angles.

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Ski's up from Girona & Perpignan: Prices slashed on FROGBUS.com services!

FROGBUS.com is pleased to announce ski transfer services from Girona airport, Perpignan airport and Perpignan train station direct to Font Romeu & Les Angles ski resorts.

Prices from ONLY €9 return! – click here for timetable details.
To celebrate the launch of its new ski transfers, FROGBUS.com has reduced prices across its entire network.....read more. I'm reading: Ski's up from Girona & Perpignan: Prices slashed on FROGBUS.com services!Tweet this!

President Sarkozy visits Perpignan!

Tuesday 12th January 2010

President Sarkozy is visiting Perpignan today, going to the St Jean hospital before a reception at lunchtime with local politicians in the Palais de Congres.

There are parking restrictions and road closures in operation in central Perpignan during President Sarkozy's visit. These are expected to be lifted early this afternoon. I'm reading: President Sarkozy visits Perpignan!Tweet this!

The Monte Carlo Rally in Catalonia, the Pyrénées-Orientales and the Aude.

29th January 2010

This years Classic Monte Carlo rally has a stage starting from Barcelona’s Plaça de la Catedral on January 29th at 8pm. Around 60 competitors will travel north via Granollers, Vic, Ripoli and Saint Pau de Seguries before entering France at the Col d'Ares.

Once in France, the rally will pass through Prats de Mollo, Amélie-les-Bains, Céret, Le Boulou and Perpignan before continuing north via Sigean and Narbonne.

The rally is expected in Perpignan between midnight and 1am Friday night/Saturday morning the 29th/30th of January. Click here for futher details from the Monte Carlo automobile club website. I'm reading: The Monte Carlo Rally in Catalonia, the Pyrénées-Orientales and the Aude.Tweet this!

FROGBUS.com services : Girona airport - Perpignan

FROGBUS.com is pleased to report that services between Girona airport and Perpignan are running today (Friday 8th Jan 2010) but there are delays due to the very severe traffic conditions.

Difficult driving conditions are forecast for the rest of Friday and into the weekend.

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"Trace Catalane" at Les Angles ski station

Saturday 9th - Sunday 10th January 2010

The "Trace Catalane" is a mountain ski race which is part of the Ski Mountaineering world cup and has become one of the major events at the beginning of the ski season in the Pyrenees ski resort of Les Angles.

There will also be snowboarding, half pipe and slopestyle competitons starting on Saturday and continuing on Sunday.

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Trail Blanch moves to Ax les Thermes this year

Now in its 6th year the Trail Blanch endurance race is moving for this years event from Font Romeu to the High Ariège at Ax les Thermes on the 23rd and 24th of January.

Last year over 1000 entrants competed in the gruelling 13, 24 and 51km races held in stunning surroundings high in the Pyrénées mountains.

For further details, access maps and entry forms click here for the English language version of the Trail Blanch website. I'm reading: Trail Blanch moves to Ax les Thermes this yearTweet this!

Three wise men in Perpignan !

Saturday 9th January 2010 - 17h at place Arago and 17h30 at Campo Santo

The "Cavalcade des Rois Mages" takes place this weekend, when the three wise men will parade through the streets of Perpignan on horse and camel back, collecting letters from children.

The letters contain the childrens wishes for their loved ones and will be read out at the Campo Santo. A lovely tradition in Perpignan, for further details......READ MORE at ANGLOPHONE-DIRECT.com I'm reading: Three wise men in Perpignan !Tweet this!