American-Canadian singer-songwriter and composer Rufus Wainwright is heading to the French capital this May. The talented performer, who is renowned for his wide ranging vocals and unique melodies, will be hitting La Cigale inParison Wednesday 2 May, in support of the impending release of his upcoming album ‘Out Of The Game’. Wainwright marked his...
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Perhaps more renowned as a vibrant, cultural hub, Edinburgh is situated in the middle of some stunning natural habitats. One of these, a fragile grassland in the nearby North Berwick Law Reserve, has been granted £145,000 of development funding from the lottery in an effort to help conservation charity Plantlife and their campaign ‘Saving Our Magnificent...
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A spectacular festival celebrating the moving image is to take place in Barcelona this summer, in what will be a massive combination by some of the most talented artists in and around the Catalonian capital. The Barcelona Screen Festival, which will take place in locations across the stunning Spanish city presenting approximately four thousand works,...
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Tourists staying in any of the hotels in Edinburgh have been given yet another fantastic attraction to embark on, following the addition of a brand new history tour to its award winning portfolio. Known as the ‘Edinburgh World Heritage Official Tour’, it offers a seven mile trek around both the New and Old town areas of the city, taking...
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The stunning Spanish city of Barcelona is fighting tooth and nail to host the opening stages of the 2016 Tour de France cycle race, after five venues confirmed their intentions to compete for the competition’s starting berth. The Catalonian capital will have to see off competition from Yorkshire, Venice, Berlin and Scotland if it is to triumph in...
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Devon has a large selection of Blue Flag family beaches on offer, with North Devon being a particular favourite for many people, as it features much more natural coastal resort locations. North Devon has a huge range of beaches in all shapes and sizes, to suit all types of activities and pastimes. Surfing has a big following locally, and the North Devon...
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Sensational folk troupe Bon Iver is preparing to bring a pulsating performance to Paris this coming July, appearing in the French capital as part of an intense European tour. The American group have quickly gathered a following, generating popularity with their debut album ‘For Emma, Forever Ago’ back in 2008. The album was well received...
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Whitby and Robin Hood’s Bay are both situated on the beautiful North Yorkshire coastline and offer visitors a wealth of attractions and things to do as a holiday destination. So whether you are planning to be based at one of the hotels in Whitby or possibly Robin Hoods Bay accommodation you are sure to be well placed for all the local places of...
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Internationally acclaimed DJ David Guetta has announced he will be performing in the Irish capital this summer. The latest big name to add his list to a busy summer gig schedule in Dublin, he will be performing at Marlay Park on Friday 24 August and will be joined by the likes of Example, Benny Bennassi and Rizzle Kicks in what is one of the most exciting...
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Barcelona vies for EuroVegas complex

Posted by on March 28, 2012
A race is on between two Spanish cities to attract investment from America’s eighth richest man Sheldon Adelson, as he looks for a home for an economy boosting EuroVegas complex. The American business magnate, who is the Chairman and CEO of the Las Vegas Sands Corporation, which operates The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino, is hoping to introduce six...
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