Weddings are different from country to country

by Cristina Nuta - When it comes to weddings, one can see that each country has its own traditions when celebrating this important event in our lives. For example, in Slovenia, there is a very nice tradition in the countryside if the couple lives in different villages. Before the ceremony, the bridegroom has to go to the bride’s village. On the way, the young men of the village ask him for p ...

Date added: 18 May '07

Halloween - the party had been arranged

by Cristina Nuta - Halloween, which takes place every year on 31st October, is an important event, particularly in America. It originated hundreds of years ago when it was believed that on this night the souls of the dead came back and walked among the living. Today, it is treated light-heartedly and celebrated mainly by children. A certain amount of preparation is required of those who tak ...

Date added: 23 May '07

At times we can feel like a child again

by Cristina Nuta - About four years ago I was invited to a Halloween party at the home of a friend. I was reluctant at first but I decided to go to help out with the arrangements. On the afternoon of the party, I drove to my friend's house with a huge box of materials which I thought might be useful for the preparations. The children were full of enthusiasm as they worked on their masks an ...

Date added: 23 May '07

How do people celebrate the New Year's Eve

by Cristina Nuta - The last day of the year must be one of the best days throughout the year, when people should meet and celebrate the coming of a better, more prosperous year. The means people choose to celebrate the New Year's Eve depend on each country, on traditions and customs. In some countries, people prefer to go in the capital city and spend the night on the streets. It's quite un ...

Date added: 18 May '07

All Is Well that Ends Well

by Herminne Tonita - He had invited all of his friends at the party and he was worried about not being able to make it there in time? What could have happened to the elevator? He knew something was wrong as it had stopped right between the floors and it didn't want either to get up or to go down so as he could open the door and get out. He was working for a long time in that company and this ...

Date added: 19 April '07

A great surprise

by Cristina Nuta - Nobody knew where his friends had gone and he was wondering what could have happened when the telephone rang and a strange voice asked for Alex. 'Speaking', he answered. 'But who are you?' 'You don't know me, but let's say that I am going to make you a great favour'. 'You are going to make me a great favour? What do you mean with that?' 'Well, do you know where all your ...

Date added: 23 April '07

Ibiza Never Goes to Sleep

by Herminne Tonita - If you die for parties, you can't live without shopping and would stay a whole day on the beach, then it’s crystal clear that Ibiza is the place where you must land. The moment you set foot on Ibiza you feel the electric atmosphere which made it famous in the world. Ibiza is part of a group of islands from the Mediterranean Sea which belong to Spain. The main town of the ...

Date added: 01 May '07