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Every year the inhabitants of Krakow uphold a traditional ritual, in tribute to local folklore.

In an ancient festival that dates back to pagan times, the people of Krakow gather on the banks of the River Vistula to celebrate the festival of Wianki, which literally means "wreaths".

On this day in June, wreaths are presented as part of a competition to find the most beautiful, and are then floated down the river, to remember the pagan ritual when maidens floated wreaths of herbs on water to predict when they would get married and to whom.

According to folklore, the girl would not marry if the wreath returned to the shore and if it sunk, it would be an indication that she would die young. Only if it flowed down the river would she be married and happy.

The midsummer event is also marked by the lighting of huge bonfires and a host of entertainment around the city with musical performances, fairs, fireworks and speeches.

Krakow is Poland's second largest city and is home to more than 800,000 residents.

The Science Museum in London is the perfect day out for all the family, and is the ideal way to educate the kids without them noticing.

With a wealth of hands-on exhibitions as well as an IMAX 3D cinema showing science-related films, there is something for everyone at this South Kensington museum.

Galleries cover a massive range of science- related topics including the body, space, energy and computing, with one of the most comprehensive scientific collections in the world.

The Science Museum's most popular gallery is Launchpad, which has recently been revamped, offering entertainment for all the senses. Exhibits include a thermal imaging camera, a light table and the Big Machine which teaches users about levers.

There are also exhibitions tracing the history of medicine, a highlight being the King George III collection of scientific instruments.

Like many of London's attractions, entry to the Science Museum is free. The area of South Kensington is full of great sites for tourists, including the Natural History Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum. It is also just a short walk from Knightsbridge, home to the famous Harrods store.

This May sees the return of the annual FIA Middle East Rally Championship to Cyprus.

Hundreds of excited spectators will gather to welcome the world's top rally drivers and watch them race around the island, starting in Limassol, in a bid to win points for their team.

Between May 16th -18th, spectators will cram into the special platforms set up along the route, as seven teams including Ford, Hyundai, Peugeot and Citroen compete to take the winner's podium.

Onlookers can soak up the sun and admire the spectacular views as the drivers brave the hairpin bends and rocky terrain.

Like the famous Formula One race season, the championship culminates in two separate prizes being awarded to the best manufacturer and the best driver. Last year's winner was Naser S Al Aytiyah of Qatar.

Also running throughout racing season is the FIA World Rally Championship. Citroen driver Sebastien Loeb from France has won the WRC for the last four years.

Pam Pam in Juan le Pins is a unique bar, with a very distinctive style.

Whether you're looking for a special drink or extraordinary entertainment, this small watering hole on the French Riviera offers it all.

Standing out among the more sophisticated establishments in upmarket Juan les Pins, the Brazilian themed decor here is complemented by the up-tempo live Latin music.

Celebrating the rainforest, every detail in this bar is different, from the outlandish South American decoration which includes palm trees and a scattering of drums, to the fantastic cocktails which are served in a variety of containers, including a monkey-shaped cup.

The venue attracts a huge range of people, from families enjoying the great entertainment, to local twenty-somethings who will likely venture on to explore the local nightclubs.

Juan les Pins is a popular holiday destination in Antibes. It is also a favourite with yacht owners, many of whom moor their boats here.

In August, the French retreat is home to a number of fantastic firework displays from the bay as part of a firework festival and views are especially spectacular from a boat.

Norfolk's newly opened Broad House Hotel is a beautiful boutique listed building set amid 24 acres of picturesque countryside.

Once a grand family home, it has now been converted into a nine-bedroom hotel retaining much of the building's original character and tradition.

Each uniquely decorated room is named after members of the Trafford family, the Norfolk landowners who once lay claim to the building, including the Lady Betty Suite, Aunt Diana's suite and Bernard's room.

All the rooms including the restaurant boast a classic elegance, with the English country hotel catering for those looking for tranquil luxury.

The restaurant has a British-style menu and uses locally sourced produced for its recipes. It also offers a wide range of high quality wines.

There is also a bar, library and drawing room, where guests can be served a classic English afternoon tea.

Located on the doorstep of Wroxham Broads, visitors to the Broad House can take advantage of the many attractions in the Norfolk Broads. These include a variety of opportunities for water-sports, the chance to explore a number of charming local villages and the prospect of peaceful walks through the serene landscape and past breathtaking views.