Posted by Ruth Miller on Thu 15th May 2008 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Festivals
SZIGET FESTIVAL - Budapest, Hungary
12th – 18th August
One of Europe’s largest music and cultural festivals, Sziget is a melting pot of musical styles – in attendance at this year’s festival are heavy metal legends Iron Maiden, hot new band The Wombats, and classic favorites Jamiroquai and R.E.M.
Where to Stay - Ramada Budapest 4*
Boasting a state-of-the-art health club and fine dining, the Ramada Budapest is the ideal place to relax and unwind away from the festival scene, and is the perfect base to explore the city’s attractions when the festival is over.
Standard double room reduced from £115.87 ($230) to £88.00 ($176)
Posted by Ruth Miller on Wed 14th May 2008 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Festivals
CREAMFIELDS - Andalucia, Spain
9th August
Dance the night away under the stars to the hottest DJs of the moment, in a truly idyllic setting – this year’s Creamfields Andalucia promises the likes of Chemical Brothers, Boys Noize, Uffie & Feadz.
Where to Stay - Hotel Citymar Bellavista 4*
Situated 300 metres from the beach, and only 34 minutes from the festival, Hotel Citymar is the idea base for Creamfields aficionados.
Standard double with breakfast slashed from £217.00 ($434) to £135.85 ($270).
Posted by Ruth Miller on Tue 13th May 2008 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Festivals
ROSKILDE FESTIVAL - Roskilde, Denmark
3rd – 6th July
In its 37th year this year, Roskilde has some of the biggest and bands around, with a strong slant on ethical causes – all proceeds are donated directly to charities. This year’s headliners are Radiohead, The Streets and the inimitable Adele.
Where to Stay - Copenhagen Island 4*
Ultra-modern, as the name suggests this hotel is situated on an island in Copenhagen harbour. Only 35 minutes away from the festival, it has every mod-con that a tent-dodger could possibly want.
Standard double with breakfast reduced from £217.00 ($424) to £128.00 ($256).
Posted by Ruth Miller on Mon 12th May 2008 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Festivals
SONAR FESTIVAL - Barcelona, Spain
19th - 21st June
Rapidly gaining a reputation as a top European music festival, Barcelona’s Sonar Festival features alternative dance, hip hop and electro music from all over the globe. This year’s offerings include MIA, Soulwax, Goldfrapp and Justice.
Where to Stay - H10 Marina Barcelona 4*
Located 5 minutes from the heart of Barcelona, H10 has a beauty spa and outdoor swimming pool - ideal for chilling out before hitting the party scene.
LateRooms room rate from: £76, ($152) saving: 67% off the normal price.
Posted by Ruth Miller on Fri 9th May 2008 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Festivals
SYNCH FESTIVAL Athens, Greece
13th -15th June
The organisers describe Synch as a festival showcasing ‘innovative music, moving image and new media’. This year’s acts include Happy Mondays, Roisin Murphy and Stereolab.
Where to Stay - Best Western, DORe 3*
Its ‘art nouveau’ design and prime location in the northern part of Athen’s centre, close to transport, nightlife and restaurants, makes the Best Western DORe an ideal base for stylish Synch festival-goers.
LateRooms rate from £55 ($110) B&B, saving 35% off the normal price.
