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It's carnival time in Paris at Le Meurice
By Catherine O'Dolan on 11/03/2011 10:20:26
The mardi gras spirit is in full swing – or rather pirouette – at Paris's chicest hotels
Ah, Paris in springtime… Is there a city more perfect for this time of the year. And, if you need any further reason to visit, this Sunday, for the third consecutive year, Le Meurice is hosting a Children’s Carnival. The famed Le Meurice on the Rue
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Easter movie reviews: RIO
By Catherine O'Dolan on 14/04/2011 13:32:38
Indulge in the vibrant spirit of the South American carnival with this fun-packed animation
A RIOT OF colour, a cacophony of samba rhythms and a vibrant carnival atmosphere: that’s the natural habitat of an exotic bird named Blu. So he finds it something of a culture shock when he is captured by smugglers and transported to a cold
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Hallowe'en happenings in Northern Ireland
By Fiona McKim on 02/10/2011 11:58:26
Our pick of the most fiendishly fun family events this Hallowe'en
.Banks of the Foyle Halloween carnival, October 29–31Since 1986, the Banks of the Foyle Carnival in Londonderry has played host to a week long calendar of spooky events and now attracts up to 40,000 revellers each year. The agenda includes music, magic, storytelling
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This month in Manchester…
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 04/08/2010 14:16:53
Three fun family activities for the holidays
.piccadillymanchester.comDANCECaribbean Carnival of ManchesterWhat: This colourful procession brings a tropical vibe to the heart of Manchester, with singing, dancing and elaborate costumes.Why: Because there’s more to the Caribbean than pirates. When: August 14, 15.Where: Alexandra Park; www.manchestercarnival.co.uk
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Summer Events for the South West and Isle Of Wight
By Fiona McKim on 01/08/2011 11:19:36
Our pick of fun family activities for the summer holidays
fireworks displays and plenty of other offshore entertainment.Isle of Wight CarnivalsJuly 23-September 3There will be a total of 14 carnivals and parades taking place in the Isle of Wight this summer. From the Sandown main carnival to the Ryde Illuminated
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Snow seekers
By on 16/10/2007 11:13:13
It’s snow time! Here are some of the year’s best family events to enjoy.
. Visit www.chateau-doex.ch/englishCarnival capersIn 2009, celebrate carnival in snowy Quebec City from January 30 to February 15, with lavish parades, fabulous costumes, music, dancing, special carnival food and a real ice palace. Visit www
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Party with Brooks Brothers to celebrate the new children's collection
By Matthew Holroyd on 17/09/2010 17:18:41
Head to the Brooks Brothers Regent Street store for fun and goodies to celebrate the first-ever girls' collection
for boys.To celebrate the new Brooks Brothers childrenswear collection, the flagship Regent Street store will be opening its doors to a carnival-themed children's party on Sunday 26 September from 2–6pm. There will be bubbly Buttons the clown performing
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Postcard from… Cuba
By Kate Donoughue on 18/07/2011 14:23:03
There's lots of good reasons why you should visit Havana
Where? Havana.Why go there? It’s a vibrant city steeped in history with stunning architecture, great music and kicking cocktails.Children will love... The lively streets have a carnival atmosphere and puppet theatres. There are also beaches
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Family activities…for moving about
By Suzanne Milne on 17/04/2010 21:41:05
Ten activities that will shake, rattle and roll your child
person is ‘it’. 5. Dancing Watch a music video, then copy the moves. Try doing a range of different music styles – jazz, classical, rock ’n’ roll, country ’n’ western and blues.6. Carnival of the Animals Saint-Saëns’ wonderful Carnival of the Animals
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THE ORIGINAL CORNBURY FESTIVAL JULY 1–3 2011
By Catherine O'Dolan on 17/06/2011 12:14:32
Junior's family festival guide checks out The Original Cornbury Festival 2011
The Original Cornbury Festival is at Great Tew Park, OxfordshireCapacity20,000 What’s the vibe An eclectic and rather eccentric musical carnival with a dynamic festival-meets-English-country fayre feel.Musical interludes The impressive line
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