Events & Fun

Discover endless opportunities for entertainment and excitement in our Events & Fun section. From festivals to concerts, exhibits to family-friendly attractions, we’ve got your calendar packed with unforgettable experiences. Join the festivities and create memories that will last a lifetime.

National Geographic Channel “Off The Map” Instagram Contest

14 May 2013 Coinciding with the new brand campaign “The Places We Take You Aren’t Just on the Map”, the National Geographic Channel launches the “Off The Map” inviting travellers, explorers and photographers ... read more

The National Quilt Museum Wows 110,000 People Every Year

13 May 2013 It’s not photography, oil paintings or other objects as you might first think: there are just many amazing quilts. 40,000 annual visitors come to see the impressive pieces at the ... read more

The Franklin Institute Launches SPY: The Secret World of Espionage Exhibition

4 May 2013 Starting Saturday, May 4, and only for a limited time, The Franklin Institute Opens a really interesting exhibition: SPY: The Secret World of Espionage. All the espionage fans or simply ... read more

2013 Imported from Detroit – Jazz Festival on Labor Day Weekend

23 April 2013 On it’s 34th annual edition set for Labor Day Weekend, the Detroit Jazz Festival “Imported from Detroit” has put together an eclectic lineup of jazz greats – headlining acts and ... read more

Top Spring Events In The Highlands

11 April 2013 If you’re in need of a spring getaway, look no further than the Scottish Highlands. With so much to see and so there’s something for everyone to enjoy. As well ... read more

40,000 People Compete for Australia’s Six “Best Jobs in the World”

11 April 2013 What better way to boost interest in a country’s tourism than organizing a world-wide competition for the best jobs in the world? Based on the 40,000 applications submitted to Australia’s ... read more

Thoughts and Tips from the Traveling Driver

8 April 2013 Traveling and driving for thousands of kilometers have gone hand in hand for me for quite a while now. It all started with a New Year’s trip to Istanbul back ... read more