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As everything was perfect, and everyone had an amazing time and thought it was great value for money, it’s hard to think of anything you can improve on. I would recommend these guys for a group trip, they were fantastic entertainers.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19772 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18667
It's a bit of a hotchpotch of jumble, young designers, live music, DJs, the odd random performance artist, maybe a BBQ, maybe some nice hot soup...

It's genuinely really great for hand printed tees and pumps, jewellery, second-hand books, vinyl, vintage-rummaging, people-watching, cake-eating, cocktail-drinking... And sometimes it happens at night too, which can be very, very good.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18667 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16389
The 24-hour bar (essentially a fridge) and adjoining lounge are great to meet people and play some free pool. It’s a party place as well, so expect to have some messy evenings. A little bit of a mission to find, but definitely worth it. AND make sure you do a shot of Unicum at the bar. Medicinal apparently. Can't really remember.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16389 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16385
If you’re lucky enough to be in Paris on the 13th July, find the local Sapeurs Pompiers station from about 22:00 hours.

Pay a voluntary entrance fee (that goes to charity) and enjoy. You’ll realise why they get such a huge cheer at the end of the Bastille Day parade.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16385 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13863
In fact, Canal Pride is a three-day festival to rival The Netherlands' other big weekends during Karnaval in February and Queensday in April - but with more chance of good weather.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13863 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11794
Go for as long as you can and make the most of the art exhibitions, theatre, film, cabaret, club nights, fair day. Make sure that you arrive early for the parade as estimates put the crowd at between 350,000 and 500,000!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11794 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11753
Connected to Salvador by catamaran service or by small prop plane (max 12Kg weight limit). The beaches are fabulous. The second beach is full of bars, surfers and chilled beach goers who like to party late into the night. I'd recommend taking a pousada on the third beach. The bars along here serve excellent caipirinha at about R$2!

In the centre of town you can find food to suit all tastes and budgets along the sandy main street. Be fluid with onward travel plans - you may just add a few days to your stay here on this lovely island getaway!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11753 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11703 Usually all the tourists from nearby Recife have gone home and it's party time for the locals. For the last six years the local men have all dressed up in drag and partied up and down the main street from the early afternoon into the night. It is hilarious and really good fun.

It may not have the glamour of Rio or the music and dance of the carnivals in Recife and Salvador but it is solid good fun.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11703 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11559
The cult of YH Plakias has developed over decades as there are many "regulars" who come back year after year. Six marriages and five babies have resulted from relationships formed at the hostel. Chris the manager will make you very welcome. And all this at eight euros a night.

I am expecting a man shortage this year as I am coming back with five of my girlfriends so any eligible guys out there, hope to see you in May!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11559 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11297 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11297 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11083 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11083 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10699 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10699 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10042 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10042 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9764
Psychedelic trance parties are very much part of the Goan legend, but in true fact, they’re no longer a pivotal element of the sublimely chilled Goan lifestyle. Surely, during the most popular months, full-moon, half-moon or quarter-moon parties can be found almost every day (the moon is just an excuse, hey), but more and more visitors seem to be there for the quietness – and they’re not disappointed.

Believe me when I say – Goa is the ultimate place where having nothing to do feels sweet. Whichever area you choose to settle down in – Anjuna for the party-loving, Arambol or others for the calm-seeking – rent a 50cc scooter for two or three pounds a day, and you’re free to roam the many attractive little spots the area has to offer.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9764 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9606 the staff at Marmotte Mountain made the whole trip. Great skiing and snowboarding is guaranteed and the hospitality was the best I've ever come across.

Without doubt book and go - you will have the time of your life in the most serene environment with a nightlife to get the most party-hungry excited. I can't recommend it highly enough. It is God's back garden.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9606 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/7110 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/7110 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/5204
This underground bunker of a club, with a mean sound system, is located on the industrial outskirts of the city.

Formerly the site of a refugee camp stormed by militia during the civil war. Local taxi drivers know where it is and are probably your best bet for getting there since it is a trek from downtown Beirut.

It is however, absolutely awesome. Get there early and it has a hip, lounge bar feel to it, with eerie iconic images of dead musicians and coffin-like folding banquette's that more-than-conveniently double as podiums later on when things really kick off!

Architecturally and design wise, this place is really remarkable. The big crowds start arriving post-midnight due to the hedonistic club's reputation as the after-hours venue of choice. When the sun comes up, the roof retracts, flooding daylight into the open arms and bleary eyes of the most hardened house and techno enthusiasts as the fierce beats keep their feet stomping.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/5204 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2524 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2524 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2515 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2515 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1409
It's not the "club 18-30"-ish guide that it seems from the title. I'd recommend at least having a look at it in a bookshop - many of the places in it were things which Cariocas recommended to me anyway.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1409