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Mardi Gras Traditions Span the Centuries

As settlers from Europe travelled to the new world by the thousands, traditions and customs came with them and became ingrained in the culture and history of a new country. One custom in particular flourished in the southern reaches of the burgeoning cou... Read >
Author: Ronnie Tanner

Religious Facts about Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras actually has its beginnings in the medieval time period of Western Europe, France in particular. For hundreds of years European Christians have celebrated both the 12 days of Christmas and indulged in feasting before fasting began for the Lente... Read >
Author: Ronnie Tanner

Mardi Gras Traditions of the Deep South

Once Christmas has passed and the New Year has been rung in, most folks living in the Deep South have one more celebration to see them through the dreary winter. Mardi Gras has become a living breathing entity to a portion of the Gulf Coast and many tradi... Read >
Author: Ronnie Tanner

Mardi Gras on the Gulf Coast

Mardi Gras is tradition that goes back to 1703. It is a celebration that precedes Lent. Mardi Gras day always falls on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. For nearly 300 years, Mobilians have observed this pre-Lenten celebration. A... Read >
Author: Ronnie Tanner

Joe Cain Returns Mardi Gras to Mobile

Though Mardi Gras had been celebrated for nearly a century and a half in both New Orleans, Louisiana and Mobile, Alabama, as with many things, the Civil War had nearly ended this celebration permanently. Though no one ever gets to know what might have bee... Read >
Author: Ronnie Tanner

Mardi Gras has Origins in Two Religious Holidays

When most people think of Mardi Gras, the first thing that comes to mind is music, parades and fun on Mardi Gras day. What most do not know is that Mardi Gras actually has roots in two Christian holidays. In addition, while the majority of people can te... Read >
Author: Ronnie Tanner

Goa Fairs and Festivals

Goa is also a land of festivals like Rajasthan. Except the rainy season or monsoons, the Goan calendar is always overwhelmed with fairs and festivals. With a majority of Hindus (60%) followed by the Christians (30%) and other minorities (10%); most of the... Read >
Author: Mayank

Aruba Adventures from gocaribbeanvacation.com – Best Place, Best Deal

If you like warm, arid weather, beautiful sunny beaches, and stunning sunsets, Aruba might be the perfect vacation spot for you. This little treasure in the Caribbean caters to tourists, especially from the United States, so many people find this to be a ... Read >
Author: caribbeanvacation

Where To Go For Your Honeymoon?

You've planned the wedding, the flowers and the outfits; but have you planned on where you are going on your honeymoon? Indeed, planning where to go on your honeymoon often proves the most exciting - and least stressful - aspect of your wedding. The Ma... Read >
Author: pmcindoe

Easter Holidays in Malta

This article provides information about Malta and things to do in Malta during your Easter Holiday. Easter time is the most important time of year for the Roman Catholic Church and is thus a very exciting and colourful time for the Maltese due to their... Read >
Author: Claire

A destination guide to Eurostar breaks

Copyright (c) 2009 directline-holidays.co.uk Eurostar breaks are growing in popularity as the worsening economic downturn bites hard and many Brits begin to swap long summer holidays for two or three weekend breaks. You probably know that Eurostar trai... Read >
Author: directline-holidays.co.uk

Belgium Travel Guide - Festivals in Belgium

Most toursts visit Belgium from May to September to enjoy the spectacular scenery and the beautiful weather. Others prefer to go when it's colder and less crowded. It is best to visit during one of the lively festivals in Belgium, though, so you can truly... Read >
Author: Isabella Olsen

Feeling the Festivals of Italy

Of course, when you think of Italy what often springs to mind is a culture dominated by art, food and music. This is a very accurate description of this popular destination which has influenced an array of festivals to be staged annually in Italy. Ev... Read >
Author: Isla Campbell

Mardi Gras King Cake - The Royal Tradition of the King Cake Continues

King Cakes are as deeply entwined with the traditions of New Orleans and Mardi Gras as parades, Bourbon Street, and jambalaya. The city of New Orleans is the proud host of the popular Mardi Gras Festival, and celebrants consider a Mardi Gras King Cake a n... Read >
Author: Dianna Yvonne Smith

Basking in the Sunshine: Tampa, Florida Events

Visiting sunny Tampa, Florida is ideal any time of the year as there are Tampa, Florida events that take place throughout the year that are ideal for the entire family. The Tampa, Florida events that you can enjoy include Medieval Days Fair, Annual Fish F... Read >
Author: Joe Deacon

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