http://www.pptravel.com/blog/ The Blog of PP Travel the tour company for Running of the Bulls, Munich Oktoberfest, Edinburgh Hogmanay, Amsterdam tours, International Rugby tours, St Patrick's Day tours, Grand National tours, ANZAC Day tours, Ladies Day tours and La Tomatima tours. Tue, 7 Feb 2012 16:08:49 GMT en Copyright 1991-2012 PP Travel. All Rights Reserved. 60 http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=new-initiative-aims-to-keep-young-women-safe-at-oktoberfest http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=new-initiative-aims-to-keep-young-women-safe-at-oktoberfest Sat, 6 Aug 2011 13:39:52 GMT ABC News International reports that this year, female visitors at Oktoberfest will be offered green armbands on which to put their contact information and names. Organizers of the initiative hope it will help young women to find their way back to where they are staying ..... Shane <info@pptravel.com> Oktoberfest http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=pp-travel-on-twitter-change-of-name http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=pp-travel-on-twitter-change-of-name Thu, 3 Mar 2011 14:45:36 GMT Until today PP Travel's place on Twitter was pptraveluk but today we have lost the uk to simpy be pptravel. Shane <info@pptravel.com> PP Travel http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=edinburgh-hogmanay-2010-2011-performing-and-key-events http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=edinburgh-hogmanay-2010-2011-performing-and-key-events Sun, 21 Nov 2010 04:21:44 GMT Every year Edinburgh puts on a huge program of entertainment and activities to help celebrate the coming of the new year and the move from 2010 to 2011 is as past years being bigger and better than the last. Shane <info@pptravel.com> Hogmanay http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Brief-Oktoberfest-History http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Brief-Oktoberfest-History Mon, 23 Aug 2010 12:03:31 GMT Whilst this is the 200th anniversary of the Oktoberfest and whilst it is officially the worlds largest party, how much do you actually know of it's origins? Mark <info@pptravel.com> Oktoberfest http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Gallipoli-ANZAC-Day-2011-April-25th http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Gallipoli-ANZAC-Day-2011-April-25th Thu, 19 Aug 2010 07:22:57 GMT The nine Australian Gallipoli VCs arrive in Melbourne for public display at the Shrine of Remembrance. This is the real Band of Brothers Mark <info@pptravel.com> ANZAC Day http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Running-with-the-Bulls-2010-Pamplona-Spain http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Running-with-the-Bulls-2010-Pamplona-Spain Tue, 22 Jun 2010 01:39:20 GMT Hundreds of thousands of people will converge on the sleepy city of Pamplona from the 6th to the 14th July this year for the annual Festival of San Fermin and the Running of the Bulls. But what does this mean for international travellers in terms of insurance coverage. In this blog we divulge information on travel in surance plus contact informatiion for Australian travellers. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Pamplona http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Tomatina-2010-Travel-Info http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Tomatina-2010-Travel-Info Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:13:20 GMT La Tomatina in Bunol is one of the premier festivals attended in Europe by tourist. But how do you get there? Well this blog entry aims to assist you with your travelling choices to Valencia and Bunol. Mark <info@pptravel.com> La Tomatina http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Edinburghs-Hogmanay-2010/11-Safety-Information http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Edinburghs-Hogmanay-2010/11-Safety-Information Sun, 13 Jun 2010 01:09:52 GMT Edinburghs Hogmanay events are always enormously popular and always attract massive crowds. Its also remarkably safe as the council employs loads of stewards and medical officers at all the Hogmanay events, but remember, you can also do your bit to make sure we all have a happy and safe New Year. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Hogmanay http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Royal-Ascot-2010-Race-Times-and-Info http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Royal-Ascot-2010-Race-Times-and-Info Tue, 8 Jun 2010 12:26:38 GMT Over 5 glorious days there will be a multitude of magnificent horses, brilliant jockeys and shrewd trainers on display at this years Royal Ascot Festival. Here we list all the race times and distances for each day. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Royal Ascot http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=San-Fermin-Photo-Exhibition-Opens-In-Pamplona http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=San-Fermin-Photo-Exhibition-Opens-In-Pamplona Sat, 5 Jun 2010 13:17:25 GMT Having already toured Europe the eagerly awaited exibition entiteld FIESTA has just made it to Pamplona for the first time for its residence there. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Pamplona http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Edinburgh-Hogmanay-2010/11-Midnight-Moment http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Edinburgh-Hogmanay-2010/11-Midnight-Moment Thu, 20 May 2010 16:15:50 GMT As the clock strikes Midnight the skies of Edinburgh are lit up with fireworks and the air resounds with cheers and song. Unforgettable. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Hogmanay http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=pamplona-san-fermin-poster-competition-2010 http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=pamplona-san-fermin-poster-competition-2010 Mon, 10 May 2010 04:23:16 GMT The eight finalists for the 2010 San Femin Poster Competition have been announced. It will probably be around mid May when voting by the people of Pamplona is complete and a winner from the following posters is announced. Shane <info@pptravel.com> Pamplona http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Oktoberfest-2010-Dirndls-and-Lederhosen http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Oktoberfest-2010-Dirndls-and-Lederhosen Thu, 15 Apr 2010 22:31:13 GMT We reveal the best Munich stores to get your Oktoberfest outfit so you fit right in with the locals. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Oktoberfest http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Royal-Ascot-2010-Dress-and-hat-Info http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Royal-Ascot-2010-Dress-and-hat-Info Tue, 13 Apr 2010 11:39:03 GMT Royal Ascot 2010 is approaching fast. What will you wear? Dress? Hat? Shoes? We hope this short guide will assist in making your outfit selections easier. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Royal Ascot http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Gallipoli-ANZAC-Day-2010-April-25th http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Gallipoli-ANZAC-Day-2010-April-25th Fri, 9 Apr 2010 22:28:22 GMT Finishing off our special lead up to ANZAC Day 2010 is another of our special blogs on Australian and New Zealand servicemen. This blog is in regards to Australias most decorated serviceman during the Gallipoli campaign, ALfred John Shout and describes his heroics in the trench warfare at Lone Pine in August of 1915. Mark <info@pptravel.com> ANZAC Day http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-Register-online-Gallipoli-April-25th-2010 http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-Register-online-Gallipoli-April-25th-2010 Fri, 2 Apr 2010 23:31:59 GMT A new service is being trialled this year to help travellers better prepare for Anzac Day at Gallipoli. Australian Department of Veterans' Affairs and Veterans' Affairs New Zealand are asking people to register online to help them gauge the numbers planning to attend the Gallipoli services for 2010. Bomber <info@pptravel.com> ANZAC Day http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=munich-oktoberfest-2010-extra-day-added http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=munich-oktoberfest-2010-extra-day-added Mon, 29 Mar 2010 03:14:37 GMT Celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Munich Oktoberfest the fest will run for one day extra than normal until the 4th October 2010. Bomber <info@pptravel.com> Oktoberfest http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-Gallipoli-2010 http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-Gallipoli-2010 Sat, 27 Mar 2010 19:40:16 GMT Continuing in the lead up to ANZAC DAY 2010 is our series of special Blog entries on New Zealand troops in battle. Mark <info@pptravel.com> ANZAC Day http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=La-Tomatina-2010-What-To-Wear? http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=La-Tomatina-2010-What-To-Wear? Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:25:51 GMT La Tomatina is without doubt the worlds messiest festival. Here we try and advise the best way to get through the festival with your clothes and dignity intact. Mark <info@pptravel.com> La Tomatina http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-Gallipoli-April-25th-2010 http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-Gallipoli-April-25th-2010 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 09:46:35 GMT Continuing our lead up to ANZAC Day 2010 is another of our special blogs on Australian and New Zealand servicemen. This blog concentrates on a single action at Lone Pine at Gallipoli where 3 men working side by side were all awarded the Victoria Cross. These were the actions of Frederick Harold TUBB VC Lieutenant 7th Battalion, 2nd Brigade, 1st Division - Alexander Stewart BURTON VC Corporal 7th Battalion, 2nd Brigade, 1st Division and William DUNSTAN VC Corporal 7th Battalion, 2nd Brigade, 1st Division. Mark <info@pptravel.com> ANZAC Day http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Oktoberfest-2010-General-Information http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Oktoberfest-2010-General-Information Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:27:47 GMT Oktoberfest 2010 is just 6 months away and at PP Travel, we can't wait. The full Oktoberfest general information has just been released so update yourself and get ready for the 200th anniversary of this magnificent event. It's going to be another cracker. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Oktoberfest http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=pamplona-run-the-bulls-free-game http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=pamplona-run-the-bulls-free-game Thu, 4 Mar 2010 21:15:26 GMT Pamplonas Festival of San Fermin and the Running of the Bulls may still be 4 months away but you can run with the bulls online now in the digital world. This simple, free and fun game is a laugh a minute where the bulls always have the last laugh. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Pamplona http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Royal-Ascot-2010-Feature-Race-Program http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Royal-Ascot-2010-Feature-Race-Program Mon, 1 Mar 2010 11:56:56 GMT The worlds best flat horses, trainers and jockeys once again abound at this years 2010 Royal Ascot race meeting. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Royal Ascot http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-2010-Turkey http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-2010-Turkey Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:23:39 GMT Continuing in the lead up to ANZAC DAY 2010 is our series of special Blog entries on New Zealand and Australian VC medal winners and also various heart warming stories from the battlefield between ANZAC and Turkish troops. Mark <info@pptravel.com> ANZAC Day http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Kiwis-at-Gallipoli-1915-Turkey http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Kiwis-at-Gallipoli-1915-Turkey Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:40:02 GMT PP Travels very own specialist war historian Nigel Astridge has graciously agreed to assist myself in writing a series of Blogs highlighting the military service of Australians and New Zealanders on the Gallipoli peninsular in 1915. Mark <info@pptravel.com> ANZAC Day http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Edinburgh-Hogmanay-Free-Muisc-2009/10 http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Edinburgh-Hogmanay-Free-Muisc-2009/10 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:54:57 GMT Aside from the Concert in the Park which is a paid event for visitors to Edinburgh for Hogmanay there are a number of free music performances for all revellers to enjoy on a number of separate stages in differring locations about the city. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Hogmanay http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-Gallipoli-2010-95th-Anniversary http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-Gallipoli-2010-95th-Anniversary Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:58:09 GMT In the lead up to ANZAC Day 2010 we are going to run a number of special Blog entries on New Zealand and Australian VC medal winners and also various heartwarming stories from the battlefield between ANZAC and Turkish troops. Mark <info@pptravel.com> ANZAC Day http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Hogmanay-Edinburgh-2009-Highlights http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Hogmanay-Edinburgh-2009-Highlights Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:25:30 GMT Organisers of the world famous EDINBURGHS HOGMANAY have just announced that on the evening of the 30th December they will be staging a number of free and paid for events that will encompass LIGHT NIGHT on the famous Royal MIle leading up to Edinburgh Castle. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Hogmanay http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-2010-95th-Anniversary-Gallipoli-Turkey http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-2010-95th-Anniversary-Gallipoli-Turkey Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:24:49 GMT In the lead up to ANZAC Day 2010 we are going to run a number of special Blog entries on New Zealand and Australian VC medal winners and also various heartwarming stories from the battlefield between ANZAC and Turkish troops. Mark <info@pptravel.com> ANZAC Day http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Hogmanay-2009/10-Concert-In-The-Gardens-Lineup http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Hogmanay-2009/10-Concert-In-The-Gardens-Lineup Wed, 4 Nov 2009 13:45:10 GMT It may have been left a little later this year but there is no doubt that once again Edinburgh's Hogmanay has secured a top class lineup for this year Concert in the Gardens. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Hogmanay http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=2009-Oktoberfest-Events-Schedule http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=2009-Oktoberfest-Events-Schedule Wed, 19 Aug 2009 18:02:21 GMT Every year, an array of special events take place during Oktoberfest that you don't want to miss; from colorful parades to open-air concerts, these Oktoberfest events give you a great taste of Bavarian culture and tradition. Here is a list of the four biggest events for the 2009 Oktoberfest program. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Oktoberfest http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=La-Tomatina-2009-Bunol-City-Hall-Tomato-Battle-Rules-Info http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=La-Tomatina-2009-Bunol-City-Hall-Tomato-Battle-Rules-Info Wed, 5 Aug 2009 14:47:33 GMT The Bunol City Hall has released a set of rules (more like guidelines I would say) for the 2009 La Tomatina tomato battle to ensure civic responsibility. Bomber <info@pptravel.com> PP Travel http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Oktoberfest-2009-Beer-Pricing http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Oktoberfest-2009-Beer-Pricing Fri, 31 Jul 2009 13:38:14 GMT Oktoberfest 2009 beer pricing has now been released with prices rises confirmed by all local breweries in Munich. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Oktoberfest http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=La-Tomatina-2009-Flights-Info http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=La-Tomatina-2009-Flights-Info Thu, 23 Jul 2009 13:03:00 GMT The La Tomatina festival in Spain is almost upon us and you can still find some great rates on flights from London and other departure desitnations around Europe. Mark <info@pptravel.com> La Tomatina http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Oktoberfest-2009-Flight-Information http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Oktoberfest-2009-Flight-Information Mon, 8 Jun 2009 11:00:23 GMT Oktoberfest 2009 is now just over 100 days away. Flights to Munich are getting steadily more expensive by the day so now is the time to source your flights to Oktoberfets. Mark <info@pptravel.com> PP Travel http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Royal-Ascot-2009-Ladies-Day-Tips-And-Hints http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Royal-Ascot-2009-Ladies-Day-Tips-And-Hints Fri, 22 May 2009 13:53:42 GMT Royal Ascot 2009 and Ladies Day is almost upon us. Here we aim to answer a few short questions regarding what can be taken into the course and what the dress code is at the course. Mark <info@pptravel.com> PP Travel http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=2009-oktoberfest-official-motif-release http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=2009-oktoberfest-official-motif-release Mon, 11 May 2009 13:07:05 GMT Oktoberfest 2009 official motif released after world wide competition finds winner. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Oktoberfest http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=pamplona-and-the-hemingway-connection http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=pamplona-and-the-hemingway-connection Wed, 1 Apr 2009 14:16:30 GMT Pamplona hosts one of the most well known encierros (Running of the Bulls) in the world thanks to Ernest Hemingway. Here we find out a bit more about why. Mark <info@pptravel.com> PP Travel http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=PP-Travel-At-The-TNT-Travel-Show-2009 http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=PP-Travel-At-The-TNT-Travel-Show-2009 Mon, 9 Mar 2009 21:36:00 GMT PP Travel rides the travel wave created from the more than 7,000 enthusiasts that attended the TNT travel show this past weekend. Mark <info@pptravel.com> PP Travel http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Ladies-Day-2009-At-Royal-Ascot-What-Will-You-Wear http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Ladies-Day-2009-At-Royal-Ascot-What-Will-You-Wear Tue, 3 Mar 2009 19:20:13 GMT Ladies Day Racing in 2009 at Royal Ascot takes place on Thursday June 18th this year. What will you wear? Mark <info@pptravel.com> Royal Ascot http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Running-of-the-Bulls-Festival-of-San-Fermin-2009-Hints-and-Tips http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Running-of-the-Bulls-Festival-of-San-Fermin-2009-Hints-and-Tips Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:02:36 GMT Running of the Bulls and the brilliant Festival of San Fermin in Pamplona, Spain are just around the corner. Here are few hints and tips that will help assist you in being a little more prepared for the party of the century and the bull run. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Pamplona http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-2009-94th-Anniversary-Gallipoli-Turkey http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=ANZAC-Day-2009-94th-Anniversary-Gallipoli-Turkey Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:14:18 GMT The Meaning of ANZAC Day in 2009? A brief study of the differing ways in which we can remember those ANZAC hero's from long ago. Lest we forget. Mark <info@pptravel.com> ANZAC Day http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=St-Patricks-Day-Celebrations-Dublin-2009 http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=St-Patricks-Day-Celebrations-Dublin-2009 Tue, 13 Jan 2009 22:07:58 GMT The St Patricks' Day parade crowd for the parade in Dublin has been growing steadily over the past ten years. How big will it be in 2009? Mark <info@pptravel.com> St Patrick's Day http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=PP-Festival-Party-Tour-Calendar-for-2009 http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=PP-Festival-Party-Tour-Calendar-for-2009 Thu, 1 Jan 2009 22:50:37 GMT Happy New Year from all of us at PP travel. With a New Years Eve hang-over probably still an all too-vivid memory, you could be forgiven for not wanting to plan your next party. But there is no rest for the wicked here at PP Travel as we spring into what promises to be a huge year of festive tours. Here is a calendar of events to put into the diary. Shane <info@pptravel.com> PP Travel http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Edinburghs-Hogmanay-2008-Program http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=Edinburghs-Hogmanay-2008-Program Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:03:37 GMT Comprehensive Edinburgh Hogmanay Program Released November 6th 2008. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Hogmanay http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=2008-oktoberfest-official-motif-and-stein-release http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=2008-oktoberfest-official-motif-and-stein-release Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:19:46 GMT With the 175th Oktoberfest due to open in just over a week, the official collectors Stein has been released. Mark <info@pptravel.com> Oktoberfest http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=la-tomatina-turns-sleepy-bunol-red-in-late-august http://www.pptravel.com/blog/default.asp?ID=la-tomatina-turns-sleepy-bunol-red-in-late-august Tue, 1 Jul 2008 00:00:01 GMT With a normal population of just 9,000 inhabitants you can just imagine the party atmosphere as 25,000 or more revellers descend on sleepy Bunol for the traditional tomato battle of La Tomatina which is held on the last Wednesday in August each year. Mark <info@pptravel.com> La Tomatina