After a volcanic eruption in Chile last year left San Carlos de Bariloche shrouded in a thick layer of ash, things pretty much ground to a halt in the small lakeside town. Now, the exclusive Argentine holiday town, known as Bariloche for short, is emerging from the ash as beautiful as ever, and as flights are once again scheduled into the area, Argentina’s Lake District is once again ripe for exploration.
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and nothing is more romantic than treating your loved one to a weekend away. While classic romantic destinations such as Paris, Rome and Venice are tried and tested, why not surprise someone special with a trip to one of Splendia‘s alternative Valentine’s destinations, guaranteed to create memories neither of you will ever forget…
Summer might seem far away but savvy travellers are already planning ahead, and those busy arranging a trip to Florence should not forget to make time for a visit to the Salvatore Ferragamo Museum, which will be hosting an exhibition dedicated to Marilyn Monroe’s shoes from June 2012 until January 2013. What better way to learn a little about art, fashion and the world’s most iconic film star? Continue reading
If you’re in Lisbon before the 29th January, be sure to head to the Museu da Cidade for an exhibition brimming with historical and personal value – the first international exhibit of Frida Kahlo – Her Photos.
This nostalgic exhibition features 257 images, carefully selected from Frida Kahlo’s personal collection of over 6,500 photographs that is normally housed in the Casa Azul, the Blue House, where Kahlo was born and died. A wide array of images are displayed; some are photographs of Kahlo, some are photographs by her. Many are by her beloved father and professional photographer Guillermo Kahlo, and more still are by her contemporaries and friends, including legendary photographers Man Ray and Edward Weston. Continue reading
Sweden will come together to celebrate St Lucia’s Day on the 13th December, known as Luciadagen in Swedish, one of the country’s most important and enchanting traditions.
What is it?
Although most typically associated with Sweden, the festival is also observed in other Scandinavian countries, as well as the Baltics, Italy and Malta. The 13th December represents the midpoint of Advent, the shortest day of the year in the Julian calender. In the midst of the deep, Nordic winter, St Lucia symbolises the light and warmth that is so keenly anticipated by Swedes awaiting the return of longer days. Luciadagen is an integral part of Swedish Christmas festivities; it is around this time that Swedes put up their Christmas decorations; candles can be seen sparkling from nearly every window in the country, gracing the country with the sort of spellbinding festive magic that can only be experienced in Scandinavia. Continue reading