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Free Day on BritRail’s Freedom of Scotland TravelPass

From Edinburgh to Glasgow & the Highlands

Buy an economical BritRail Freedom of Scotland TravelPass and get one extra day of travel – absolutely free!  Simply book a BritRail Freedom of Scotland TravelPass between August 17 and September 30, 2010 and BritRail will offer an additional day of rail travel to extend the traveler’s pass.  An extra day is offered on the following pass validities: 4 days within 8 days or 8 days within 15 days.  Fares are available for adults and children in Standard Class. (more…)

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What’s on in Ireland

St. Patrick’s Day Festivities!

St. Patrick’s Spring Fest
Limerick plays host to the St. Patrick’s Spring Fest and Limerick International Band Festival with something for the whole family. Highlights include the Limerick International Marching Band Competition and St. Patrick’s Day Parade, held from March 14-17.

Art Exhibition
The Hugh Lane Gallery in Dublin is celebrating 100 years since Francis Bacon’s birth.  View inspirational items from the artist’s studio until March 7 with the exhibition “Francis Bacon: A Terrible Beauty”, comprised of paintings, drawings, photographs, unfinished works and slashed canvases.  Admission is free.

Film Festival
Ireland’s premier feature film festival, Jameson Dublin International, celebrates the best in Irish and International cinema February 18-28, with over 100 films and a range of special events, including post screening Q&A sessions with directors and cast members.

Getting Around Ireland
To enjoy all the Irish festivities, a BritRail Pass + Ireland will give you access to rail travel throughout Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, plus England, Wales and Scotland.  Choose a validity to suit your itinerary; 5 or 10 days of unlimited rail travel within one month.

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New Website Offers More Destinations

new websiteACP Rail extends beyond the UK

ACP Rail International’s attractive range of passes and point to point tickets offers great value, convenience and flexibility for exploring exciting destinations by rail. With leading railway partners, ACP Rail International is proud to provide travelers from around the world access to Eurail, Scandinavian Railways, Japan Railways, German Rail and BritRail of course! (more…)

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Art Exhibitions in London

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Wildlife Photography at The Natural History Museum

See the best from thousands of images submitted from amateur and professional wildlife photographers from 94 countries.  Now in its 46th year, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition has a stunning collection viewable until April 11th, 2010. (more…)

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Highland Homecoming

October 13th-31st

7719Enjoy the best of the Highland’s rich heritage and culture with a program of over 100 events including spectacular street theatre, music, storytelling and world famous “ceilidhs” (a Scottish social gathering with traditional music, dancing, and storytelling).

Each local community has a different story to tell, so the Highland Homecoming team has helped devise original ways of celebrating the tremendous people and achievements of a range of Highland towns.

Check out the calendar of activities from walking tours, exhibitions, heritage theatre and of course lots of music; Nairn even has its very own Jazz Festival!  www.highlandeventsandfestivals.com

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Scotland’s Style Capital: Glasgow

VB-00033161-001From Medieval to Art Nouveau

Enjoy the countryside and coastal views as you pull into Glasgow, which is situated just 42 miles from Edinburgh.  Glasgow has been named Scotland’s style capital, a well-deserved title, once you discover its art deco brasseries, stylish shops, cultural centers, more than 30 art galleries and museums and an annual program of performing arts and festivals.  Stroll along the River Clyde and take in your share of architecture and design.  Shopping, fine dining and nightlife aside, don’t miss Glasgow’s School of Art, The Burrell Collection and Glasgow Cathedral. (more…)

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Merchant City Festival

merchant-city-festival 280x190Glasgow September 24-27

Glasgow’s Merchant City Festival presents a diverse arts program featuring theater, music, comedy, film, visual arts, opera, dance, fashion and literature.  Attracting tens of thousands to Glasgow’s vibrant Merchant City, the Festival has opera singers in the courtyards and bars, thrilling street theatre from across Europe, top comedians and music from every genre in the bars and on the street. (more…)

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The Big Chill

Summer in the UK offers music festivals galore!

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ICC TWENTY20 Cricket World Cup 2009

44879Attention all cricket fans!

The ICC World Twenty20 2009 is a world cricket event taking place in England from June 5th to June 21st.  The event, featuring 12 teams in the men’s tournament and eight teams in the women’s competition, will be take place at the following grounds: (more…)

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