Unique Among Equals
Life would be better for everyone if we could celebrate our differences, embrace our similarities and cherish what makes us unique among equals. The rich diversity within a cultural does not need to dilute our heritage or identity. Rather it should help to make life more thrilling and allow us to share those small surprises that make us smile.
Cultural variation is something to appreciate. Whether they are to be found among people of a continent, a country or even a town, the differences that we encounter can enhance life and ensure that our modern cities are more exciting places in which to live. The vibrant mix of people sharing their lives, enjoying mutual spaces but maintaining their own identity can enrich a city and make it a place of great creativity, colour and spirit. It should not be any surprise that these cosmopolitan cities are also some of the most interesting places to visit.
Getting Behind The Red, White And Blue
Britain is having a party and the World is invited. The summer-long celebrations kicked off in spectacular style with grand events to mark The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee (after a false start at last week’s Eurovision) and will continue through to the closing of the London 2012 Paralympic Games in September. Towns and villages up and down the country have been swept up in Jubilee fever, with virtually every high street bedecked in enough Union bunting and banners to raise even the coolest spirit.
If there was a time to see Britain in full glory, this is it. London is ablaze with red, white and blue, festooned in flags to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee and to welcome athletes and visitors to the London 2012 Olympic Games. Events like these whip up a great atmosphere and much of the country will rejoice at street parties or barbecues, lunch with family or down the pub with friends.
Hooked On Travel: Wait Until You Try Belgrade
Travel enhances life, broadens perspectives and extends horizons. The benefits should be the same, whether on a visit to an undiscovered region in your own country or a long haul trip to an exotic far-flung destination. Travel heightens life. While it is good to discover exciting new places, learn about different people and cultures, there is also great comfort in returning to places and people that have left a lasting impression. That feeling can be like coming home. For me, Belgrade is such a place.
Belgrade is a cityenjoyed by those who live there and by the increasing visitors who are discovering its many qualities. Be it just hours, a few days or even some years, time spent in Belgrade can be rewarding, largely down to the people who keep this city alive. Vibrant, openhearted and slightly enigmatic, Belgradians are made of the same infectious stuff that beats through the city itself.
The Olympics: It’s More Than Just Tennis
The Olympic torch has been lit in a quaint mock-traditional ceremony in Greece, marking the start of the final countdown to the London 2012 Olympic Games. The torch will now travel to Britain to begin its tour around our cities, towns and villages. Finally, the Games are almost upon us, after what seems like an endless build up that has already seen many people jaded about the whole event. Although I can sympathise with that feeling, I am still quite excited about the Games. That is despite not having been lucky in the lottery to buy tickets. Like most people, I will have to content myself with an armchair view of proceedings. Knowing that it is all going on just a few miles from my home will make events a little unreal, but I will be cheering on Team GB, enjoying the national fervour, and probably complaining about the inevitable traffic chaos across London.
