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Ringing in the New Year with a Smash: A Look at Danish New Year's Traditions

  New Year is one of the biggest parties that take place all over the world, where people let off fireworks, count down and be happy.   But in Denmark, the festivities take a more unique twist, with a tradition that's both symbolic and slightly surprising: smashing plates. Man Sheds Goodwill In showers, Literally   The tradition of throwing plates might seem a bit destructive at first glance of course. However, it is in fact based in genuine humor and positive sentiments.   Nowadays it is known that for Danes it is good luck to break plates at the doors of their friends and relatives on New Year’s Eve. If there are many broken plates on your doorstep then it means you have many friends!     If you are travelling on a budget then you can book cheap airport parking .   The history and the right way to do it   The exact origin of this tradition is unknown but some believe that it started as a way of scarin...

Discovering Queen Street West: Toronto’s Trendiest Street

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  Toronto has a great soul, and its soul throbs most vigorously on Queen Street West. Skip the cliches, this is the place where hipsters go to have fun.     Imagine avant-garde shops with clothing you have never seen anywhere else, European-style cafes making coffee in the shape of animals, and an evening entertainment that never seems to sleep.     Make sure to check airport parking deals and secure good deals for the holiday season.   Shop Like a Stylista   It is time to forget about the standardized chain stores. Queen Street West is definitely something for the fashion explorer. Here you will find plenty of specialty stores featuring unique designs of local and international designers.     Walk by stacks of old shoes at Fluevog or get lost amidst the carefully designed and well thought out aesthetics of Judith & Charles. Do you need a piece that is fashionable to be noticed?     For...

A Day at Space Center Houston: The Ultimate Guide for Visitors

Space Center Houston: the name itself brings visions of rockets flying high, brave spacemen, and the unexplored space. Well, you have flown to the ticket counter and now you are set for take off and ready to have the time of your life.   Hey kids, strap yourselves in because things are about to get out of this world…or orbit rather! Here's your ultimate guide to conquering Space Center Houston in a day:     Make sure to check airport parking deals and book according to your convenience.   Fuel Up for Liftoff:   Make a healthy breakfast your first meal of the day. Trust me; you will want to have enough energy to walk around and go through the various sections of the tram tour. Take in some food and a refillable water bottle also – space travel is not for the faint-hearted when it comes to thirst!   Mission Control: Plan Your Approach:   Space Center Houston is an incredibly large facility. Before you get lost i...