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Sanja Ivekovic in New York

Mónica Boixeda

The name of Sanja Ivekovic is synonymous with art, creation and critique of a society where the role of women has changed thanks to fighting and struggling, many of which she has contributed to, by making them evident in her art: roles, stereotypes, disparities and abuses of power. Sanja was born in Yugoslavia, where after studying visual and graphic arts at the Zagreb Academy, she devoted herself to visual arts activism, defined as a feminist in a dictatorial regime Yugoslavia, in which women did not participate beyond the house and family matters. On many occasions she was confronted and even stopped by the Tito’s regime due to her controversial performances, one of these, was posing naked and masturbating, while drinking whiskey on a balcony, during a parade led by Tito and his armed forces. From these first acts of criticism of a closed system, lack of opportunities and especially the freedom to choose, communicate, and access to power, Sanja becomes recognized not only nationally but also in many other European countries for her critical and innovative work. Historically, Ivekovic’s work, has been linked to the recognition of the women’s role in society, with a strong socio-political commitment, commitment which is precisely the inspiration for her “Women’s house” in 1998, as well as her active participation in the center of women´s Studies in Zagreb. Sanja´s artwork, especially her performances, give us valuable information about her art and her active role as critic and activist, who reveals issues and problems, always causing controversy, which is precisely why Ivekovic is a founding artist of school, admired by her great courage and undeniable...

Carnival Sitges

Mónica Boixeda

The Sitges Carnival, which takes place about 40km outside of Barcelona, is one of the most famous in the world. If you want to have fun, this is the event for you.

Alcatraz Music Club & Restaurant Budapest

Mónica Boixeda

Alcatraz Music Club & Restaurant is a bar where you can have a good time, something to eat, a few nice drinks and listen to good music with your friends.

Tips against the cold in Budapest

Mónica Boixeda

Budapest´s beauty doesn´t decline with the winter cold, all the opposite, it makes it more interesting to see when the mist and snow partially cover the warm human atmosphere in this city. So that nothing dampens your holidays in this beautiful city and the cold is left out, here are some secrets to help you counter it. Don´t forget your gloves, hats and scarves, which are first need items in this city during winter. If you can, take thermal underwear. Men can use those sexy long-johns and women can use those thick panties that drive men crazy, but they will help with the cold. Remember that the face and the hands suffer with cold, so cremes are essential, just like lip balm. The hot water in the baths (38ºC) are a classic formula to beat the cold, improve health, counteract stress and improve the skin. It´s one of the most used formulas in Budapest to make the low temperatures a pleasant time, that´s why they´re an institution in local culture. These waters come from the depths of the earth and mark the clash of the tectonic plaques between the Pest plane and Buda hill. On their way to the surface they bring out mineral salts that strengthen the health, improve blood flow and help the to tone the skin of the whole body and, for this reason, they´ve been considered medicinal remedies. There are close to 100 thermal public baths, with one of the most famous ones being Ruda, which was built 450 years ago by the Turks. It´s one of the architectonic beauties of the city, with its octogonal...

Amsterdam: beyond the coffee shops

Alexa Ray

Not only of drugs and sex a man lives. In Amsterdam, the famous coffee shops are the delight of thousands of tourists. Look at it from this perspective; there is nothing better than going to a cafe to drink a delicious cappuccino or latte and being able to smoke hashish or marijuana, in a joint, a bong or water pipe of the best quality. This is a pleasure that not many people can enjoy in their countries of origin, which is why so many tourists come to this city looking for the best varieties of marijuana. The legality of marijuana in these cafes, makes a friendly encounter possible in this cosmopolitan city. Similarly, many people interested in sex tourism visit the Red Light district of the city, where beautiful women from all parts of the globe, behind colored glass windows, are available for different services, rates, tastes, fetishes, etc.. More about this district is not to say. However, Amsterdam has many more activities to offer if you are looking for varied tourism, good atmosphere and meet new friends. Generally, people in Amsterdam are so friendly and open to meet new people; do not be surprised with a spontaneous dialogue or toast in a bar or restaurant. The list of museums and historical places in the city is wide and offers many alternatives, if you like history and culture. Apart from having a good time, at the museums in Amsterdam you will see the best art produced in this city, as well as, public and private exhibitions with local and international collections. Among the most famous museums are the Van...