Christmas programme at the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia

Christmas Programme at the City of Arts and Sciences

 

The City of Arts and Sciences at Christmas will be expanding their usual content with a special programme aimed at the whole family this December. Children's shows and an ice rink in the Agora, the School of Oceanographic Christmas and a Christmas market, are some of the activities proposed this year.

The Agora will host to the performances of "Gormiti" and "Lazy Town." Gormiti gives life to miniature warriors in a representation of the origins of these fantastic islanders where the forces of Good and Evil are identified with the elements of nature.
The main characters from the show "Lazy Town" will offer a show full of songs, choreography and acrobatics. Tickets for these shows, which are priced at 20-30 euros, plus shipping and distribution, can be purchased from today Wednesday, November 24 through El Corte Ingles.

Christmas market

Also in the Agora from December 18 there will be an ice rink with the Christmas market in place on the outside of the City of Arts and Sciences including a Pony carousel, a toy library and children's workshops, among other attractions.

The Oceanogràfic for its part will become Bikini Bottom from 22 December. SpongeBob will be there to greet all visitors and be "out and about" in the oceanografic complex for four hours a day. Also through Jan. 9, one of the aquariums will be themed as the Oval Office with the characters of this famous series available for photos, where the public can be photographed with the recreation of some of the inhabitants of Bikini Bottom, among other activities .

In addition, there is a new edition of the School of Oceanographic Christmas from 27 to 30 December. This time interested parties may attend for all days or choose which days they want to. Through stories related to dolphins, sharks, penguins and turtles, workshops and games, participants will discover the sea in a different way.

Finally, the Hemisfèric incorporates from 16 December the 3D digital cinema projection "Giants of the Ocean. Sea Monsters, "based on paleontological discoveries of the excavations carried out around the world that has allowed the reconstruction of a lost world under the sea. The film invites you to follow a family of Dolichorhynchops, known as "Dollies" that cross the ancient waters populated by prehistoric creatures such as sharks.

Check out the official website: www.cac.es for further information.

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La malva-rosa beach valencia

The malvarosa represents the limt of valencias municipal beaches. In former times, the "camino de vera" terminated here, next to the "ampla" irrigation canal.
It is here that the city's seafront promenade starts, following the direction of the mid-day sun on its route between the beach and paella-scented restaurants.
An interesting cultural point, that requires a forced visit is the vicente blasco ibanez house, universal writer that wrote about the excellence of this place.

dinosaurs in valencia

In the spectacular shaded walkway of the Umbracle at the city of arts and sciences you can see the amazing exhibition of "Walking with Dinosaurs" in place until May 29, 2011.  Here you can discover the distant past of the dinosaurs in an exhibition that recreates the habitat of these amazing animals.

From 2.5 meters to 27 meters you can see Stegosaurus, Diplodocus, and a life size replica of a Tyrannosaurus Rex, these natural-looking robots are capable of performing a variety of movements and sounds that will surprise visitors

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The exhibition will be open in the evenings until 31 August as the time the sample is from 10:00 hours to 24:00 hours.

From 1 September to 12 October the exhibition will close at 21.00 and 13 October to 29 May 2011 at 19.00.

The ticket price ranges from 6€ for adults, 4.80€ for reduced admission (children 4 to 12 years over 65 years and / or retirees, pensioners and the disabled), 4€ for school groups and 4.40€ for adult groups (20 people or more).

You can also purchase tickets combined with other elements of the complex.

 

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The Torres de Quart Valencia

The Torres de Quart gate in Valencia was built by Pere Bofill between 1441 and 1460. Its name is due to the fact that it lay on the road to the village of Quart de Poblet. This was a women's prison from 1626 until the 18th century.

 

The towers themselves are cylindrical in shape externally and flatter inside the walls. They are communicated by an arched doorway, formerly presided over by a custodian angel, and nowadays by the city coat of arms.

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Las fallas..la ofrenda

One of the longest events during the las fallas festival in valencia is the "ofrenda", the offering to our lady. This is when the falleras (carnival queens), in their groups, or "casales", overcome their sleepiness and long wait devotedly to pay homage to our lady of the foresaken. This "ofrenda" is in the form of flowers which handed over and carefully and skillfullylaced in a large wooden structure of the virgen creating a beautiful statue of colour that emits a lovely aroma for days after.
Besides traditional dances, there is also a magnificent procession of falleras in their elaborate regional dress, carrying their bouquets of flowers and accompanied by traditional music from their casales band.

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Christmas in valencia, spain

Its Saturday 13th november, I am sat on the beach of valencia at midday and the temperature is showing 25degrees. Now this might not be the "norm" for this time of year when we would probably expect to be a little under the 20's, but the spanish certainly make the most of this beautiful weather. The terraces are full (yes there are still terraces on the beach of valencia despite all the uproar and hooha!), the promenade is full of couples and families out for a stroll, the beach itself has sunbathers and even a couple swimming and as always along the waterline you have your fitness enthusiasts jogging and power walking from one end to the other.

So how is it going to be at christmas in valencia? Well if this weather continues then it puts me in mind of my first 2 christmas's I spent here...
The first I shared with friends, we were at a villa in the mountainside of a village on the outskirts of valencia, we spent most of the time outdoors...canoeing in the pool, lunches, bbq's, dinners next to the lit paellero (purpose built bbq for cooking paella). The night got very chilly so we wrapped up warm but next to an open fire in the open air we had a great time.

The 2nd year I had the family over, we then had an apartment by the beach, this was perfect for such active kids, they were on the beach everyday in shorts and t shirts playing cricket, football and generally having a great time, the locals were all passing by with jackets and scarves, although I think more of a fashion statement than for the cold.
Again all meals were taken in the open air on the balcony of the apartment which had lovely views over the internal marina.

I have since become very spanish and I now would probably be wearing a jacket and scarf! But if it stays like it is now, who knows I could even be tempted to wet my feet in the med!

Contact info@holidayaccommodationinspain.com if you are interested in the villa in the mountainside or the apartment on the beach with marina views.
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34th Americas Cup won´t be held in Valencia

The chances of the next America's Cup to be held in San Francisco with the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and Coit Tower in the background have today been put at the top of the list and ruled out any chances that Valencia may have had at hosting the next edition of the most important sailing competition .

The Golden Gate Yacht Club has reached an agreement with BMW Oracle, defender of the America's Cup, and now the Board of Supervisors must approve the agreement so that the most important sailing competition in the world can move from Valencia to the U.S.. Six of the 11 supervisors are co-sponsors of the draft agreement.
The Board of Supervisors voted 9-2 to approve the date of October 5 for a list of conditions prior to the agreement to help raise 270 million dollars needed to cover the costs of organizing the race.

"I think this is more than significant," said Tom Ehman, spokesman for the GGYC and member of its Committee of the Copa America. "It'sa great step forward for the 34 th edition of the Americas Cup and San Francisco Bay could not be a better place for sailing. Personally, I GGYC and we are very excited about the prospects and excited about this new development."
Mayor Gavin Newsom, agrees.."There is no better partner for the America's Cup than in San Francisco," said San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom in a statement. ''This is the opportunity of a lifetime, we should not pass up. "

The only oposition to San Francisco is Italy, having confirmed that Valencia could only be host to a "preliminary" round and not the finals. "I think it's fair to say that if Italy did not meet or exceed what is offered from San Francisco, San Francisco will hopefully give the okay," said Ehman. "We have to wait to see if supervisors approve it and we have to wait to see the final offer from Italy."

 

International Golf Travel Market Fair in Valencia

Valencia has been chosen to host the International Golf Travel Market Fair 2010 (IGTM) due to the quality and variety of its golf courses, Valencia also has excellent communication and access which helped to secure the selection of venue.

 

This professional event takes place at the Feria Valencia between the 15th and 18th of November, where exhibitors range from tour operators specialising in golf, congresses and incentives as well as hotel suppliers, golf courses and other professionals in the golf market.

 

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The Blackmarket Design Fair Valencia

The next 12, 13 and November 14 at Calle Padre Jofre, 7 (FNAC Along St. Vincent Street) will take place in Valencia the 3rd edition of The blackmarket.

The blackmarket is an independent design fair, with designers who come from all parts of Spanish territory to display and sell their creations at affordable prices (without intermediaries).

Author parts only, exclusive designs, limited series ...

All this together with the dj sessions "in" Make up the time set, by Kuki Gimenez (Valencia fashion week), where you will Remon.

Styling and creative direction and photography by Arturo Laso hand of the renowned photography school Jose Luis Abad.

Come and enjoy the buffet of goodies to sweeten The Blackmarket during the weekend.

Entry only 1 euro!!

Hours:
Friday 12 19h-22h
Saturday 13 12h-22h
Sunday 14 12h-22h

More info:

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Office Cutbacks 2010

EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 1, 2010

NEW OFFICE POLICY

Dress Code:

1) You are advised to come to work dressed according to your salary.

2) If we see you wearing Prada shoes and carrying a Gucci bag, we will assume you are doing well financially and therefore do not need a raise.

3) If you dress poorly, you need to learn to manage your money better, so that you may buy nicer clothes, and therefore you do not need a raise.

4) If you dress just right, you are right where you need to be and therefore you do not need a raise.

Sick Days:
We will no longer accept a doctor's statement as proof of sickness. If you are able to go to the doctor, you are able to come to work.

Personal Days:
Each employee will receive 104 personal days a year. They are called Saturdays & Sundays.

Bathroom Breaks:
Entirely too much time is being spent in the toilet. There is now a strict three-minute time limit in the stalls. At the end of three minutes, an alarm will sound, the toilet paper roll will retract, the stall door will open, and a picture will be taken. After your second offense, your picture will be posted on the company bulletin board under the 'Chronic Offenders' category. Anyone caught smiling in the picture will be sectioned under the company's mental health policy.

Lunch Break:

* Skinny people get 30 minutes for lunch, as they need to eat more, so that they can look healthy.

* Normal size people get 15 minutes for lunch to get a balanced meal to maintain their average figure.

* Chubby people get 5 minutes for lunch, because that's all the time needed to drink a Slim-Fast.

Thank you for your loyalty to our company. We are here to provide a positive employment experience. Therefore, all questions, comments, concerns, complaints, frustrations, irritations, aggravations, insinuations, allegations, accusations, contemplations, consternation and input should be directed elsewhere.

The Management
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Valencia Open 500 2010 - Ferrer Wins

The Valencia open 500 brought a great atmosphere in its all Spanish final between David Ferrer and David Granollers, with Ferrer the final winner of a tense match in front of more than 6000 spectators.

 After the match David Ferrer said.."Today is the happiest day in my life”. A very exited Ferrer, showed his appreciation for his team, starting with Javier Piles, his parents, his girlfriend, and also Juan Carlos Ferrero, who gave him the trophy. Also adding.. “I feel incredibly happy. Winning this match for this audience has made today the happiest day in my life. I have won this tournament thanks to the support of the audience and I am very thankful.” The world’s no.8 player is also co-owner of the tournament and with this win has booked his place in London. 

The second edition of the Valencia Open 500 closed with figures that exceed those of last year in most of aspects. Over 190,000 people visited the FUNPARK, the free leisure area that the Valencia Open 500, since its doors opened on October 30th. Both tennis fans and the general public had the chance to walk around all the commercial booths, eat at the food area, have a few drinks in one of the terraces or meet their idols in autograph signings. Also, there were many activities for both, kids and adults. The first weekend alone had over 15,000 people visiting the City of Arts and Science, and this figure kept growing throughout the week.

Ticket sales reached 70,000, much higher than the first year at 53,000, with the quarterfinals, semifinals and final practically all sold out.
David Serrahina, The Executive Director of the tournament, said they were very satisfied with the figures of this second edition of the Valencia Open 500. “We have renewed our hopes to make this tournament an open one, open to everyone, and also to make it one of the most important tournaments worldwide in the near future. The tournament has now consolidated, and we have had the chance to watch top-quality tennis. We hope the public, and also tennis fans, have enjoyed and have found enough reasons to come back next year”.

Nearly 500 journalists from all around the world were at the tournament. They belonged to 135 different means from written and digital press, radios, tv, and photographers. The matches have been watched from sixty different countries in all five continents.

 

So why not book the Valencia Open 500 into your diary for next year 2011 and enjoy all that is on offer at this spectacular event.

 

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Ryan air re-open their base in Manises, Valencia

Manises Airport (Valencia) has released seventeen new routes with the arrival of the month of November, beginning the winter season, which will have a total of 53 destinations and an average of 170 daily operations.

New enhancements by Ryanair include routes to Fuerteventura, Santiago, Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca, Seville, Munich, Marseille, Liechtenstein, Venice, Paris, Porto and Marrakesh.

In addition, new connections by other airlines are Air Berlin, which flies to and from Vienna, TAP Lisbon and Oporto, Swissair to Zurich, Spanair to Algiers and Turkish Airlines to Istanbul.

Of the 53 destinations that will feature in the winter season, 19 from or to Spain, 31 to Europe and three in North Africa, all operated by a total of 18 airlines.

Flights to Spain are the airports of A Coruña, Asturias, Barcelona, Bilbao, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Ibiza, Leon, Madrid, Malaga, Menorca, Melilla, Palma de Mallorca, Santiago de Compostela, Sevilla, Tenerife Norte, Tenerife Sur , Valladolid and Vigo.

The destinations for the rest of Europe are several airports in Liechtenstein, Italy, Belgium, Holland, Germany, Austria, United Kingdom, Malta, France, Portugal, Switzerland, Romania and Bulgaria, while in North Africa are Morocco and Algeria.

They recalled that the change of season coincides with winter time in the entire European Union, it is common for all European air transport and is intended for companies to adjust their flight schedules to changes in demand that occur in autumn and winter.