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The Great American Road Trip Week 7: The Southwest Photo

The Great American Road Trip Week 7: The Southwest

Posted on July 30, 2012 in Trip Ideas

With natural wonders aplenty and breathtaking vistas, the Southwest is a favorite among many outdoors lovers. From the attractions of Route 66 to the barren desert, this region beckons the adventurer... Continue reading The Great American Road Trip Week 7: The Southwest

IgoUgo's Queen's Diamond Jubille Itinerary Photo

IgoUgo's Queen's Diamond Jubille Itinerary

Posted on May 30, 2012 in Trip Ideas

Kicking off a long summer of celebrations in London, the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee culminates this weekend with a holiday celebrated all over the UK. Here in the states you may not know what a Diamond Jubilee is; it celebrates a monarch’s 60th year in service to the United Kingdom... Continue reading IgoUgo's Queen's Diamond Jubille Itinerary

Strange and Unique Summer Festivals Photo

Strange and Unique Summer Festivals

Posted on May 21, 2012 in Trip Ideas

Now that we are rolling into the warmer weather, a good event is always something we are looking for here at IgoUgo. We were looking for some more trip ideas when we were tipped off about some crazy festivals coming up... Continue reading Strange and Unique Summer Festivals

To Travel or Not to Travel | World Shakespeare Festival Kick-Off Photo

To Travel or Not to Travel | World Shakespeare Festival Kick-Off

Posted on April 23, 2012 in Travel News

All the world’s a stage starting today, as the World Shakespeare Festival kicks off its seven month run in the UK. The festival is part of the London 2012 Festival (think: Olympics) and it celebrates the life and works of William Shakespeare... Continue reading To Travel or Not to Travel | World Shakespeare Festival Kick-Off

The First Day of Summer in Iceland Photo

The First Day of Summer in Iceland

Posted on April 20, 2012 in Travel News

If you are in Iceland right now, you can join in a celebration of the first few days of summer. Sumardagurinn Fyrsti began yesterday, a celebration of the beginning of the summer on the Norse Calendar... Continue reading The First Day of Summer in Iceland

Opening Days of Floriade | A Celebration of Nature in The Netherlands Photo

Opening Days of Floriade | A Celebration of Nature in The Netherlands

Posted on April 9, 2012 in Travel News

An event that only happens once every ten years is bound to bring in hoards of visitors from all over the world. The Floriade 2012 Festival started just last week in Venlo, The Netherlands and runs over 7 months into October... Continue reading Opening Days of Floriade | A Celebration of Nature in The Netherlands

El Gran Poder & Other Parades Worth Traveling For Photo

El Gran Poder & Other Parades Worth Traveling For

Posted on March 23, 2012 in Trip Ideas

The Festividad Del Señor Del Gran Poder is a big deal, and this year we have a sneak preview of how awesome the parade will be. It's not the only parade worth traveling for, though... Continue reading El Gran Poder & Other Parades Worth Traveling For

Best Music Festivals | Coachella, SXSW & More Photo

Best Music Festivals | Coachella, SXSW & More

Posted on March 7, 2012 in Trip Ideas

What's the best Music Festival in America? Check out IgoUgo's Top 5 Music Festivals in America info-graphic... Continue reading Best Music Festivals | Coachella, SXSW & More

Shrove Tuesday Football Festival Photo

Shrove Tuesday Football Festival

Posted on February 20, 2012 in Best of Travel

As Mardi Gras and Ash Wednesday roll around, celebrations take place around the world to celebrate the start of the Lenten season. While most people think of parades, debauchery, and beads, many other kinds of festivals commemorate these holidays... Continue reading Shrove Tuesday Football Festival

Ten Other Holidays in December Photo

Ten Other Holidays in December

Posted on December 5, 2011 in Trip Ideas

As we make our way into the heart of holiday season, thoughts of Christmas presents, Menorahs, and kinaras may come to mind. However, around the world and throughout time, many different holidays have been celebrated in this month... Continue reading Ten Other Holidays in December

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