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Eurobasket 2013
Sport can be a great excuse to travel. And combining two of your favorite hobbies can be a one of the greatest pleasures of life. That´s why basketball fans and sports fans in general have the perfect excuse to visit and learn more about Ljubljana this September, since that is where Eurobasket, the European Basketball Championship held every two years, will be taking place. What is Eurobasket Twenty-four teams will compete to win this year’s trophy in the cities of Ljubljana, Koper, Celje and Jesenice from September 4 to 22, 2013. These 24 teams will be divided into four groups of six, and the top three in each group will advance to the second round. The second round will have two groups of six teams each, and the top four will go to the quarter-finals while the other two will play against the losers of the quarterfinals to qualify for the playoffs to achieve 5th to 8th place. The winners of the quarterfinals will advance to the semifinals, and the two winners go on to the championship’s final game. It takes place in Ljubljana’s Stožice Arena, a pavilion that holds 12,500 people, on September 22. Spain, the favorites Spain is currently favored to win the trophy. They were the winners of the last two European Championships in 2011 and 2009, against France and Serbia, respectively, and lost against Russia in 2007. They have a large numbers of players who are active in the NBA like Marc Gasol, Ricky Rubio and Jose Calderon and that gives them an advantage. There are also others who have experience in the American leagues...
Best rooftop bars London
Having a drink on a rooftop is one of the best activities to do, when you want to relax in London. The exciting experience of watching the English capital from a skyscraper will inspire you to explore the entire city. Today we want to share our most favorite rooftops in London. Here are the best bars to get the most out of the summer in the British capital. Foto: Dalston Roof Park, source http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/ Dalston Roof Park Inspired by those who enjoy chilling in relaxed places with a colorful and modern atmosphere, Dalston Roof Park is one of the most charming rooftop bars in the English capital. Decorated with artificial grass, colorful chairs and a large flamingo in the center, this place is ideal to enjoy an outdoor movie or one of the many unplugged sessions that are often performed there. Address: The Print House, 18-22 Ashwin St, London E8 3DL, United Kingdom Queen of Hoxton For those folks who love barbecues and other outdoor activities, Queen of Hoxton is the best option in town. This famous rooftop offers constant activities including the open-air screening of classic films, as well as the famous Sport day during the summer. Adorned with white wrought iron furniture and artificial turf, this bar has a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for a drink after a long workday. Address: 1-5 Curtain Rd, London, Greater London EC2A 3JX, United Kingdom. Radio Rooftop Bar Formerly known as the Marconi House, the luxurious ME Hotel hosts the famous Radio Rooftop Bar on the tenth floor. Adorned with large, comfortable sofas, the bar offers the best views of the city including...
Schöneberg, a stylish and extravagant district in the center of Berlin
If you ask anyone under the age of 50 to list the neighborhoods in Berlin, you’ll hear Kreuzberg, Friedrichshain, Mitte, Prenzlauer Berg, Neukölln … But it is likely that one will be left that would have been the first on the list had you asked the question to a young person about 40 years ago: Schöneberg. Photo: Roger Wollstadt Schöneberg is a central spot in Berlin, located in what was once West Berlin, between Charlottenburg and Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, south of the river Spree. It has a stately elegance and was an important area in the past, before Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg became the more popular areas for new arrivals to Berlin. Historically, Schöneberg is one of the most popular districts of Berlin but it is also one of the most overlooked by new generations who visit the German capital. It’s a district that evokes both the history and the golden age of the city without losing a bit of its charm and attraction. The Schöneberg district of Berlin epitomizes the golden era of the 20s and early 30s during the Weimar Republic and was where the majority of intellectuals frequented. They arrived from all over Europe to this liberal city to enjoy its arts and literary scenes as well as its open homosexuality, since Schöneberg was the gay center of Berlin until the Nazis came into power. Bars like Eldorado and cabarets were frequented by intellectuals of the time such as the English writer Christopher Isherwood and his contemporaries who once went to see the actress and singer Marlene Dietrich or other cabaret artists. Berlin flourished after the First World War...
The Grand Prix in Monza 2013
The beautiful city of Monza hosts every year the magnificent Italian Grand Prix, one of the oldest circuits in the formula 1. Famous for being one of the fastest and most dangerous in the world, the Monza circuit is part of Formula 1 since its inauguration in 1950 and, along with the British Grand Prix, attracts the most viewers from all around the world. Foto: Francesco Crippa Since its opening, the Monza circuit has been remodeled seven times. In this exciting Italian circuit, Formula 1 fans have been able to witness some of the best races of all time, as well as some of the most disastrous accidents seen in the sport of auto racing. Monza is a circuit known for its long straights and bends, where it is always possible to watch exciting races difficult to match anywhere else in the world. The total circuit length is 5793 km and there are 53 laps, which make a race of 307029 km to enjoy. The Italian Grand Prix is a circuit of great significance to the pilot Fernando Alonso, since it was there where he got his first pole position with Ferrari in 2010. Among the drivers competing for the world championship, only 3 have managed to win the Monza circuit: Sebastian Vettel (twice) Fernando Alonso (twice) and Lewis Hamilton (1 time). Last season, the British driver Lewis Hamilton showed the best of his abilities in the Italian Grand Prix, by winning the first place in Monza. Lewis led the race from start to finish, while defeating the favorites pilots Sergio Perez and Fernando Alonso. The German Sebastian Vettel, the Spanish Fernando...
A small change that will make your life easier: You won’t receive so many notifications anymore
In July 2013, Only-apartments eliminated the automated notification system for blocks, unblocks and booking changes that are introduced into your calendar. Why? Until now you received a notification email every time dates in your calendar where blocked, unblocked or changed. Our owners wanted that then and it made sense at the time. But times are changing: nowadays we receive dozens of emails on the daily and notifications, particularly those of everyday actions that are repetitive, just don’t make sense anymore. We have received complaints from a lot of owners and we agree: so many automated messages in your inbox can be annoying and don’t help you in managing your calendar. On the contrary, they can cause unwanted confusion. So starting now all information will be in one place. The calendar will gather up the data of all your bookings and you no longer have to look in your emails. You just have to log in on http://owners.only-apartments.com/owners/ with your username and password and manage everything from there. Of course you will continue to receive important notifications, for example when you receive a booking, when a booking has been cancelled or when a guest leaves a comment on the page of your apartment. We would also like to take this opportunity to remind you to keep your calendar and your rates updated to avoid overbookings and other types of misunderstandings. Photo: Keith...
New York Fashion Week 2013 – 2014: the Mecca of Fashion
Madrid, Milan, Paris, London and New York … If there is anything these 5 cities have in common it’s their love of fashion and the newest trends. Although it seems strange, the spring and summer looks for next year have already arrived, which means you can already find something new, original and comfortable. So don’t miss out. Head to New York and be ahead of fashion. You’ll find Spanish brands such as Del Pozo and Custo Barcelona as well as Carolina Herrera, Donna Karan and Belstaff. Welcome to the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, taking place from September 13 to 17. Foto: Art Comments This is the perfect place to discover the most revolutionary designers. The catwalks of New York showcase the most renowned names in fashion, but it also holds a number of surprises. Haute couture in September is synonymous with New York Fashion Week. And it gives you the perfect excuse to plan a get-away to the Big Apple, a trip that is certain to memorable. Belstaff is the brand for you if you’re interested in leather this season, since it features a collection with lots of leather accents. Skirts, suits or tight leather pants abound. And even if it’s not the main material of the garment, it is often the second. Belstaff designs always find a way to incorporate a strip of leather strip, sometimes dyed and often lending a good splash of color. Donna Karan is arriving to the U.S. with a collection of contrasts. And transparent materials are another important aspect. The type of contrasts you can expect include a variety of textures, even within the...
Curious places on the Balearic Islands
The Balearic Islands have a very special charm. They’re full of colors, walls, gardens, lighthouses, harbors and bays … there time goes at a different pace and the activities to do are infinite. Let´s go on a tour through some of the most curious places on Mallorca and Menorca: we will visit caves and beaches. Photo: Alejandro Sánchez Marcos Cueva Sa Nacra, Ciutadella (Menorca) After a dip, what most folks on Menorca want to do is going for a drink. Well, what about doing both at once? At Cueva Sa Nacra, a curious pub-restaurant in Ciutadella, you have the chance to have this experience. The restaurant is built on the water with a kind of terrace overlooking the sea and its facilities are carved in the rock. The cave was excavated by a local entrepreneur, who decided to open his own business right there. The walls are decorated with fan mussel shells and a springboard to jump into the water and, for the less adventurous, a staircase leading down to the sea. The best of Cueva Sa Nacra are its views, because you will have the feeling of being part of the Mediterranean Sea, while enjoying delicious dishes that include paellas, grilled meats, fishes of all kinds, red prawns from Menorca, salads and yummy desserts. At night, you can have a drink in a magical environment full of candles and chill out music. It´s very nice. Es Barcarés Beach, Alcudia (Mallorca) This coved area contains several small beaches that are the ideal place to relax, to spend a nice time with family or just a few hours alone with a...
Confederations Cup and the 2014 World Cup: Great reasons to come to Brazil
The football culture in Brazil Brazil has always been a country with a great football culture. If you combine all the beauty of Brazil with two football competitions that are going to be played there within a period of 12 months, you get a mouthwatering result. During the summer 2013, the Samba country will host the ConfederationsCup, which is just and appetizer before the big dish called the WorldCup2014 that will transform all Brazil in a great party place for an entire month. Flickr justin_vidamo The Confederations Cup The Confederations Cup is a tournament that welcomes the best teams from each continent, a mini world cup of only eight teams: Brazil, Spain, Italy, Uruguay, Japan, Mexico, Nigeria and Tahiti. The tournament will be held in six different cities: São Paulo, Recife, Fortaleza, Salvador, Brasilia and, of course, Rio de Janeiro, where the final match will be hosted at the most iconic stadium in the world, Estádio do Maracanã. Do you need a better excuse to visit a city as amazing as Rio de Janeiro? Rio de Janeiro Rio has it all: beaches, sun, good food and culture. Places like the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, the Christ the Redeemer or the Sugarloaf Mountain, make Rio a great holiday destination to visit. In addition, Brazilian cuisine is exquisite and a visit to the neighborhood of Santa Teresa and its traditional restaurants shouldn’t be missed by anyone. The city itself is a postcard and the cheerful atmosphere in Rio de Janeiro extends throughout the year, which is one of the reasons for which the famous Rio Carnival is one of the most important events...
Setti Fatma Moussem in Marrakech
Fatma Moussem is a local religious festival that is normally held in late August for 3 days in the Ourika Valley (south of Marrakech). This is a magnificent experience that you don’t want to miss. Open your eyes and ears and let yourself experience the Setti Fatma. Photo: Josep Renalias The Setti Fatma moussem is one of the most popular celebrations in Morocco. Although this is a religious festival, non-Muslims are welcome to come. However, the only place where you won’t be able to access, if you aren’t Muslim, is the Koubba of Setti Fatma, where the religious events take place. Most of the festival’s program takes place in Ourika Valley, a village 60 kilometers south of Marrakech, where no one will ask you for a “Muslim card”. This is a wonderful experience that is becoming increasingly popular among tourists around the world. Ourika Valley, located on the east of Jebel Toubkal, is well known for its magnificent green grass and also because of the famous Setti Fatma village where the August’s moussem takes place. This is a paradise destination. Next to this beautiful village you’ll find the famous Toubkal; there you’ll have the chance to climb the Toubkal, which is the highest peak in the Atlas Mountains and one of the most prominent mountains in the African continent. There you could even ski in winter; have you ever imagined skiing in Africa? Yeah, it is actually possible. Due to its second to none 7 waterfalls, this town attracts hundreds of tourists looking to connect with nature every summer. During the winter this area is only inhabited by Berbers,...
