The city of Valencia is blessed with a gentle coastline dotted with some of the most splendid beaches on the Mediterranean. Its pleasant climate and year-round sunshine mean that Valencia’s beaches are a hub of constant activity. The fact that the Spanish, and Valencians in particular, are renowned for their ability to enjoy life is proven by the way they flock to the sand and sea as soon as summer comes around. Read more

Some advantages of the Internet are the ability to compare prices in different places doing few clicks and purchase products and services without leaving our seats.

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One big part of Spanish culture is the expressive world of Flamenco. AlthoughFlamenco is an Andalusian and not a Valencian invention, it is Spanish so it sounds through the streets of Valencia and entertains the people in many bars as Pop Music in middle Europe.

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Benicassim has something to offer across the whole musical spectrum, as indie and rock bands rub shoulders with DJs and more experimental music projects.

Established in 1994 and now in its 17th year, the International Benicàssim Festival, FIB Heineken, near Valencia, Spain is back for 2011 from Thursday 14th until Sunday 17th July. Read more

La feria de julio or July fair in Valencia is a traditional and extensive program of events that take place in emblematic areas of the city. This fair is quite old, it has been celebrated since 1871 and it is considered as a joyful event that allows both citizens and tourists to enjoy amazing events held in the warmth of the fresh summer nights. Read more

“Playing for Change is a multimedia movement created to inspire, connect, and bring peace to the world through music.

The idea for this project arose from a common belief that music has the power to break down boundaries and overcome distances between people. No matter whether people come from different geographic, political, economic, spiritual or ideological backgrounds, music has the universal power to transcend and unite us as one human race.

And with this truth firmly fixed in our minds, we set out to share it with the world “ www.playingforchange.com

The  founder and architect Mark Johnson assembled a band with musicians from around the globe, many of whom appeared in the now ubiquitous ”Stand By Me” video (which has been viewed on the internet more than 30 million times).

What started as a simple concept to virtually bring musicians from different cultures together via technology for the common purpose of promoting peace through music, resulted in a bonafide cultural phenomenon; but no one was quite sure what would happen when they all gathered for the first time for a special performance at Austin’s SXSW music conference in 2009.

Sure, the Playing For Change story had captured imaginations around the world and their inspiring mix of togetherness, positivity and sterling musicianship had undeniably created a movement and surprised the music industry.

Stand By Me – Playing For Change – Song Around the World

Playing for change – XV Festival of Jazz - Thursday 7 July 22:00h  (free entrance)

The XV Edition of the Palau’s Jazz Festival will be held from the 7th to the 15th of July with a very impressive programme full of international artists of high artistic quality such as:

Winton Marsalis, Wallace Roney, Mavis Staples, Lee Ritenour, Chano Domínguez or Sebastian Chames. Legends of Jazz, fusion and Mediterranean influences, as well as our traditional Valencian Jazz, represented by Sedajazz Big Band and Elma Sambeat, will share the applause in this edition.

www.festivaljazzvalencia.com

Valencia’s street circuit is one of the longest tracks on the calendar and the fastest of the new street circuits. However, it is the atmosphere of the city that the Formula 1 drivers and teams really enjoy. Following this weekend’s action-packed Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal where Jenson Button triumphed after five hours of coverage; many drivers will be looking ahead to the might of Valencia, hoping for better results.

The European Grand Prix has been held in Valencia for the past three years with Felipe Massa, Rubens Barichello and Sebastian Vettel triumphing in 2008, 2009 and 2010 respectively. This year all eyes are still on Vettel; though Valencians will surely be backing Spanish favourite, Fernando Alonso for a win in his home country. Brit favourites Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button have had mixed results in Valencia; with Lewis finishing 2nd for the past three years and Jenson finishing 3rd last year whilst also setting the fastest lap during the race.

Valencia is not only the European Capital of Sport for 2011, but also a leading cultural city-break and beach destination and an ideal location for Grand Prix tourists. The track passes straight through the port and right along the beach and the city offers plenty to those who love the jet set lifestyle with great bars and restaurants. Try the Barrio del Carmen area for dinner and late night drinks after enjoying a drink at Malvarrosa Beach. There are also several Michelin starred restaurants in the city, which is the birthplace of the famous Spanish dish, paella.

Whatever the results of the Formula 1 championship after the Valencia race, the city, as a motorsport destination, promises Formula 1 cars in the most picturesque scenery, hot weather and Spanish hospitality.

Friday 24 June 2011                    Saturday 25 June 2011                    Sunday 26 June 2011

Practice1:   10:00 – 11:30               Practice 3:   11:00 – 12:00                     Race:   14:00

Practice2:   14:00 – 15:30               Qualifying:   14:00

Circuit Name: Valencia Street Circuit

Number of Laps: 57

Circuit Length: 5.419 km

Race Distance: 308.883 km

For more information www.valenciastreetcircuit.com, www.formula1.com

The best DJ of the world, David GUETTA is taking place on Friday 24th June at Valencia’s space-age Agora Arena, which makes up part of the breathtaking City of Arts and Sciences, this one-off concert will close the first day of the grand prix qualifying stages in spectacular style.

As well as having recorded three chart topping, platinum selling albums under his own name, the French born superstar DJ is currently one of the hottest record producers in the world.

Sure you know his music. Double Grammy winner Guetta’s signature sound of quirky electro, throbbing house and dirty pop has provided the backbone of global hits for the likes of Madonna, Rihanna and Jennifer Lopez, while his collaboration with F1 Rocks Singapore stars, Black Eyed Peas, on their huge hit, I’ve Gotta Feeling, propelled the track to the top spot of the charts in no less than 17 countries and securing the song the prestigious position of most downloaded song ever on iTunes.

Tickets for this exclusive event will go on sale here shortly priced at €45 + service charge. Please keep checking www.f1.rocks.com for more information.

When: 24/june/2011

Where: Valencia’s space-age Agora Arena

Price: from 45 euros

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