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posted by Charles H. Russo on Sep 30
Photos of giant balloons at an exhibition in Centre Pompidou, Paris, by Jordana Shalhoub.
Balloons
Since Christmas they have lived with us,
Guileless and clear,
Oval soul-animals,
Taking up half the space,
Moving and rubbing on the silk
Invisible air drifts,
Giving a shriek and pop
When attacked, then scooting to rest, barely trembling.
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posted by Charles H. Russo on Sep 30
This weekend you can enjoy music, dance, activities for children, a fair as well as many handcraft stalls in the Barcelona district of Barceloneta, which celebrates its annual festivities. You can combine any of the activities with a stroll along one of the nearby beaches or sunbathing.
Fairly close - along Moll de la Fusta - you also have the chance to sample the gastronomy of the province of Girona and inform yourself about interesting areas to visit in this North Eastern area of Catalonia.
See the sights of Spain by using the Car Hire Spain service from Argus. Its a cheap and easy way to get around.
posted by Charles H. Russo on Sep 29
Photo of beaded and sequinned tapestry at Centre Pompidou, Paris by Jordana Shalhoub. Click photo to view detail.
Despite a whirlwind of guests and brocantes, I’ve been keeping a close eye on the news from Burma. I’ve been dismayed by the Burmese government’s deliberate and targeted violence against peaceful protesters. The Washington-based group US Campaign for Burma said around 200 protesters have been killed, including Japanese journalist Kenji Nagai. Shari Villarosa, the most senior US diplomat in Burma told reporters, “It’s tragic. These were peaceful demonstrators, very well behaved.”
posted by Charles H. Russo on Sep 29
Tim Kernutt recently discovered that there is a reason that Buenos Aires is renowned as one of the prime partying destinations in the world, much to the shock of his body clock. If you ask any well-traveled young person in the world what their favourite city in the world is to party until dawn, Buenos Aires more often than not rates a mention. And, as I discovered, more impressive than the clubs and bars of Buenos Aires is the staying power of the local Porte?os.
posted by Charles H. Russo on Sep 29
I’ve only been to Guatemala as a footloose single person, but I thought that the colonial city of Antigua and the jungly Mayan ruins at Tikal were magnificent.
My travel blogging colleague
posted by Charles H. Russo on Sep 29
Eden Morfaux is sending a shout out into the streets of Paris. Or, better, the ultimate tool for a shout out: A series of eight gleaming, white pulpits displayed for a day at Le Cube Rouge, normally a boutique showing classic 50s/60s furniture (Charles Eames, Arne Jacobeson, George Nelson), then deposited on a corner or sidestreet or park in the 14th arrondisement. (Below, one of Eden’s pieces in the Parc Montsouris). Morfaux is clearly an artist with a social vision and a minimalist aesthetic: Parisians speaking out to anyone willing to listen. He will close out his exhibition tomorrow, Sunday, by placing the last piece not far from Denfert-Rochereau, a gift to street people, passersby and kids to do with what they choose. “One of the pieces was smashed in two,” he says. “The others have endured rain, a little grafitti, pigeons.” (See Eden’s site for more images of the works scattered about in public places).
posted by Charles H. Russo on Sep 29
An elaborate feathered headdress on an Italian bust Friday, opening day at 75th Foire Nationale aux Antiquites a la Brocante et aux Jambons at Chatou. Notice the vendor with his back to the camera chatting on his mobile phone. Particularly when it’s raining, there’s not much for vendors to do while waiting for customers.
posted by Charles H. Russo on Sep 28
Are you pining for the pistes? Can’t wait to hit the snow? Then why not get your skis on and head to one of these excellent winter destinations served by Thomsonfly…
Salzburg from ?22.99 one-way… Located on the banks of the Salzach River with a stunning alpine peak backdrop, Salzburg offers the ultimate ski break destination. With over 30 ski resorts within one hour of Salzburg, and a range of accommodation and ski packages available on www.thomsonfly.com it has never been easier to build your own break. Up to 17 flights per week depart from Manchester, Bournemouth, Coventry, Doncaster Sheffield and London Gatwick. Flights from Bournemouth, Doncaster Sheffield and London Gatwick commence in December.
posted by Charles H. Russo on Sep 28
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posted by Charles H. Russo on Sep 28
I just got off of a conference call with BlogHer founders Elisa Camahort and Lisa Stone, who were announcing the exciting 2008 schedule of eight BlogHer events under the theme umbrella “Reach!”
And of course, men are most welcome to attend any of these….
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