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From the Adriatic Sea to the canals of Holland: discover how Puglia and Amsterdam celebrate the same saint in two different ways, combining faith, folklore, and Christmas sweets. There's a common thread connecting the blue sea of Bari to the shimmering gray of Amsterdam's canals. It's called Saint Nicholas —or, to use the Dutch term, Sinterklaas —and every year he transforms two distant cities into one great celebration of tradition, culture, and winter magic. Sinterklaas Festival 2025 in Amsterdam , scheduled for Sunday, November 16, 2025 , is one of the most anticipated events of the year in the Netherlands: a spectacular parade celebrating the arrival of the city's patron saint, cheered by over 350,000 people along the canals. It is the official start of the Christmas holidays in the Netherlands, when Sinterklaas arrives by boat and brings with him the warmth of the North, the joy of children, and a pinch of Christmas spirit. But those who know Saint Nicholas well know that his heart also beats much further south, in Puglia , among the white stones of the Basilica of Saint Nicholas in Bari , where his relics rest and where every year thousands of faithful and tourists gather to celebrate him. In 1087, sailors from Bari brought the relics of Saint Nicholas from Myra (now Turkey) to Bari. This event transformed Bari into a world center for the worship of Saint Nicholas and a bridge between East and West. The majestic Basilica of Saint Nicholas was built to house the relics and was consecrated in 1089. May 8: The day the relics arrived in Bari. This date is particularly significant for the people of Bari, as it celebrates the miracle that made the city famous throughout the world. Saint Nicholas is celebrated in both the Catholic and Orthodox rites, and Bari has become a meeting place between these two souls of Christianity. Two cities, two cultures, one Saint: this is why this journey is a perfect bridge between Mediterranean spirituality and Nordic magic. Amsterdam and Bari: two cities, one Saint In Holland they call him Sinterklaas , in Amsterdam he is a living legend: he arrives by boat from the sea , disembarks among the celebrating crowd and rides his white steed through the streets of the city centre and stays there until December 6th. In Bari, however, Saint Nicholas is the protector, the patron saint, and the soul of the old city. There, in the heart of Puglia, the Basilica of Saint Nicholas houses the relics of the Holy Bishop of Myra, which arrived in 1087 by a group of sailors from Bari. In Bari , Saint Nicholas is faith and miracle. The celebrations are spiritual, filled with pilgrimages and devotion...and also with local traditions. In Amsterdam , Sinterklaas is joy and celebration: an urban parade, traditional sweets (such as pepernoten and hot chocolate), colorful costumes and music in the streets. Sinterklaas Welcome Parade Amsterdam 2025: Dates, Route, and Fun Facts On the occasion of the celebrations, Amsterdam is preparing to welcome the Sinterklaas Welcome Parade on November 16, 2025 , from 10:00 to 15:30 , for its new official edition of the Winter Festival Amsterdam . Sinterklaas is expected to arrive by boat on the Amstel River, disembarking at the Maritime Museum (Scheepvaartmuseum) around 11:30 am , with more than 100 boats taking part in the river parade. From there, the procession continues through the centre to Leidseplein , where Sinterklaas gives his official greeting to the city. Best things to do in Amsterdam Each year, the event attracts over 300,000 spectators from around the world. Tickets are not required: the parade is free and accessible to all, perfect for families, couples, or curious visitors seeking an authentic local experience. Participation is free, but for special experiences such as boat tours or reserved areas you can book via winterfestivalamsterdam.com or the city's official tourist channels. It's recommended to arrive early (around 9:00) to get the best spot along the canal — and wrap up warm with gloves and a hat: November in Amsterdam can be enchanting… but also very cold! Events not to be missed during Sinterklaas Day In addition to the main parade, Amsterdam comes alive with a series of unmissable events: Children's workshops and Christmas markets along the canals and in the city's museums. Christmas concerts and street performances in the Leidseplein and Museumplein areas. Sinterklaas Cruise , a themed mini cruise to admire the arrival of the Saint directly from the water (bookable on the official website of the Winter Festival Amsterdam ). How to get to Amsterdam from Bari or Brindisi Getting to Amsterdam from Puglia is easy, but it does require a bit of planning. By plane : the most convenient flights depart from Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) . Transavia offers direct seasonal connections . Once you arrive at Schiphol, the NS Intercity train takes you to the heart of Amsterdam in 15 minutes. From Amsterdam Centraal , you can reach the parade area (Scheepvaartmuseum and Leidseplein) by tram (lines 2, 11, or 12). Travel tip: Sleep in the city the night before the event to experience the magic from the first light of day and enjoy a Dutch breakfast with steaming coffee and stroopwafels. Welkom Sinterklaas, welcome Saint Nicholas!

From 19 September to 20 October 2025, Austria's most experimental art and culture festival returns: a month of installations, performances, debates and music immersed in the fairytale setting of the Styrian capital. Since 1968, Steirischer Herbst has been one of Europe's most innovative festivals: an international platform where contemporary art meets philosophy, theater, electronic music, and the most daring visual arts. The 58th edition will enliven Graz , the capital of Styria in Austria, from September 19 to October 20, 2025 , transforming entire neighborhoods into an open-air museum. During the festival, the atmosphere of the city changes : monumental installations rise in the squares, old factories become temporary theatres and historic cafés host talks and readings until late at night. Graz is Austria's second-largest city and is located in the state of Styria ( Steiermark in German), a province in southeastern Austria , about 200 km from Vienna. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its perfectly preserved baroque historic center and, at the same time, for its vibrant creative scene (it was the European Capital of Culture in 2003 and a UNESCO City of Design since 2011). The unmissable events of Steirischer Herbst 2025 This year, Steirischer Herbst promises to exceed all expectations, transforming Graz into an open-air laboratory of art, ideas, and radical visions. Strolling through Graz during Steirischer Herbst is like entering an open-air art gallery: monumental works and visual performances transform gardens, squares, and baroque facades into dreamlike settings. If you're planning a cultural escape this fall, here are the experiences you shouldn't miss: Site-specific installations in historic courtyards and city parks 📍 Widespread locations in the historic center and city parks Always open to visitors throughout the festival (19 September – 13 October 2025) Free access, no reservation required 🔗 Complete program of installations Experimental theatre and contemporary performances Emerging artists and great masters of European theatre bring to the stage works that blend dance, spoken word, and visual arts to address the major themes of the present. 📍 Main theaters in Graz: Schauspielhaus Graz, Helmut-List-Halle, Next Liberty Evening programming (from 7:00 pm), dates vary Tickets from €15–30 🔗 Show booking Electronic Club Nights in the Industrial Temples of Nightlife When night falls, Graz lights up: in the basement of Dom im Berg and in the converted spaces of the Postgarage , people dance until dawn to DJ sets and international electronic live acts. 📍 Dom im Berg (Schlossberg), Postgarage (Dreihackengasse 42) Weekends during the festival, from 10:00 PM Entrance fee: €15–25, reservations recommended 🔗 Nightlife & Tickets Talks and debates with philosophers, curators and activists A contemporary agora: public lectures featuring leading figures in critical thinking and the art world, addressing today's social and environmental challenges. 📍 Forum Stadtpark, Kunsthaus Graz, Universalmuseum Joanneum Morning and afternoon, daily calendar Free or symbolic entry (€5–10), upon registration 🔗 Talk calendar and registrations Open Studios & Main Show Paranoia TV The beating heart of Steirischer Herbst: open studios and a large exhibition spread throughout the city, with immersive installations and site-specific works to discover at your leisure. 📍 Kunsthaus Graz, esc medien kunst labor, Neue Galerie Graz Daily, 10:00–18:00 Day ticket €12–15 (valid for all partner museum spaces) 🔗 Exhibitions and tickets online How to get there from Bari By plane: There are no direct flights from Bari to Graz. The quickest option is to fly with Ryanair, Lufthansa , or easyJet, stopping in Vienna, Munich, or Frankfurt , and then continue by train (2.5 hours from Vienna, 4 hours from Munich). From Graz Airport (Graz Flughafen) you can take the S5 suburban train or bus 630/631, which will take you to the city center in about 20 minutes. How to participate and purchase tickets Many events are free, while others require a single ticket or a Festival Pass valid for the entire duration. Tickets can be purchased easily online at the official website www.steirischerherbst.at or at the festival's Infopoint in the city center. What to see in Graz between performances Schlossberg and Clock Tower (Uhrturm) – the symbol of the city, from which you can admire all of Graz from above. Kunsthaus Graz – the futuristic museum of contemporary art (info and tickets at www.museum-joanneum.at ). Graz Cathedral and Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II ( www.grazer-dom.at ) Murinsel , the floating island on the Mur River designed by the artist Vito Acconci. For excursions in the surrounding area, you can organize a wine tour through the wine-growing hills of southern Styria (info and reservations at www.steiermark.com ).

By Craig Saueurs Diritti d'autore Dev Schwartz/Unsplash Gate staff can earn up to €2.50 for each non-compliant bag they detect. Ryanair's incentives to enforce limits and increase the fees charged to passengers for checking larger bags will begin in November. Ryanair is changing its carry-on baggage policy: starting next November, staff will receive a higher incentive, increasing from €1.50 to €2.50 for each non-compliant bag stopped at the gate. The monthly baggage limit of €80 will also be eliminated. Anyone attempting to check in oversized baggage without paying a supplement risks paying an extra fee of up to 75 euros to send it to the hold. Chief Executive Michael O'Leary defended the company's move, saying strict enforcement of the rules was necessary to maintain punctual flights and low fares . What's new with baggage allowances for Ryanair passengers? Ryanair's policy allows you to bring a small backpack (40 x 30 x 20 cm) free of charge, which can be placed under your seat. A carry-on bag requires an additional fee. Every year, approximately 200,000 passengers , or 0.1 percent of Ryanair's total, are stopped for oversized baggage. "I'm still amazed by those who think they can slip through without us noticing," O'Leary said, reiterating that those who don't follow the rules will not be allowed to board. ....CONTINUE READING ON EURONEWS

Laureata in Scienze Politiche presso l’Università degli studi di Bari il 13 marzo del 2002. Giornalista Professionista dal 2010. Esperta di Comunicazione Istituzionale. Aggiornata e impegnata nel mondo della promozione turistica del territorio Sono laureata in Scienze Politiche presso l’Università degli studi di Bari il 13 marzo del 2002. Al momento della proclamazione , la commissione non ha pronunciato il mio nome si era dimenticata di proclamarmi. Agli applausi finali mi sono dovuta alzare dalla platea facendo presente che c'ero anche io. Il primo volo l'ho preso a 14 anni (nel 1993 ) in occasione del primo viaggio studio all'estero di un mese in un college inglese a Londra . Ricordo ancora lo sguardo terrorizzato dei miei genitori mentre salivo sul pullman in partenza davanti al Liceo Linguistico di Monopoli. Tremavo anche io! La mia prima borsa di studio, MAE – CRUI 300 tirocini per neo -laureati italiani da svolgere in un istituto diplomatico italiano nel mondo. Io arrivai 301 esima ma per fortuna....si liberò subito dopo il posto a causa di un rinunciatario. Ho svolto un Internship presso l’Ambasciata Italiana a Washington DC e mi sono trasferita per un breve periodo negli USA. Ricordo quei mesi tra i più belli della mia vita, Posso raccontare di aver visto la Casa Bianca e dire di essere tra i pochi ad aver avuto la fortuna di cenare nella residenza privata dell'ambasciatore italiano dell'epoca in occasione del compleanno della figlia, tornata dalla Sorbona di Parigi. (2003) Il mio primo articolo per diventare "giornalista pubblicista" l'ho scritto a 18 anni per un mensile locale. Il direttore "mi pagò a peso" , cioè prese i soldi spicci dal tavolo (c'era ancora la lira) e mi diede forse 1000 lire in pezzi da 100 lire. Non sapevo cosa pensare. Una delle prime umiliazioni subite. (1997) Il mio primo tentativo per l''esame di stato per la professione di "giornalista professionista" l'ho fatto a marzo 2010, ma non sono riuscita a superarlo al primo tentativo. Il 10 dicembre 2010 invece ho superato anche l'esame orale da giornalista professionista e mi sono abilitata dopo tanti sacrifici alla professione. Il mio primo e unico (per fortuna) licenziamento in una testata giornalistica locale, ambiziosa ma truffatrice (oggi fallita) dopo un lungo periodo di mobbing. Persi 10 kg (2009) Il primo stage è stato a “Radio Vaticana” si esattamente nella emittente radiofonica cattolica dello Stato di Città del Vaticano. Appartengo alla generazione degli "stage ". Ne ho fatti tanti, forse troppi ma non mi offrivano altri contratti. (2002) Il mio primo stage rifiutato, a Milano, in una multinazionale inglese dove passai tutte le selezioni, mi offrirono uno stage di 3 mesi rinnovabile fino ad un anno e mi pagavano "in buoni pasto". Risposi che dovevo pagarmi l'affitto e dovevo chiedere se accettavano buoni pasto. Mi risposero che dietro di me stava la fila pronta a prendere il mio posto. ( 2004) Il primo contratto invece nell'ufficio stampa della Federazione Ginnastica d'Italia , nel Palazzo delle federazioni sportive a Roma . Entrai nell'anno in cui le "Farfalle" della nazionale italiana di ritmica vinsero l'oro in Azerbaigian (2005) Ho vissuto 1 anno a Milano e 5 anni a Roma. Un decennio allargato in cui mi sono abilitata alla professione di Giornalista (Roma 10.12.2010) ho conseguito due Master di II livello: Comunicazione Istituzionale (Tor Vergata 2007) Governance e Managment delle PA ( UniCusano 2017) ho conseguito una specializzazione presso SDA Bocconi in "Managment delle Imprese Artigiane" grazie al programma Confartigianato Accademy e sono diventata Cultore della Materia in "Finanza e Legislazione Comunitaria" presso la Scuola di Scienze e Tecnologie dell'Università di Camerino.(2014) Recentemente (2025) ho conseguito il diploma per il Terzo Master di II livello presso la Univeristà Lum in Digital Managment and Cultural and cratives industries (100/110) La mia prima società la EffettiCollaterali snc agenzia di Eventi e Comunicazioni. Fondata assieme a mia sorella e dieci anni di partita iva. La mia vera palestra di vita. La mia vera scuola. La mia creatura. Il mio fuoco sacro. Il ring della professione. Ho fatto eventi, progetti europei, Interreg, uffici stampa nazionali. eventi sportivi, preolimipiadi di ginnastica. Ho versato più lacrime per la mia società che per tutti i fidanzati transitati in questi anni. (2009) Il mio primo decennio (quello della partita iva) nel mondo della Upsa Confartigianato Puglia, nel quale ho sviluppato una spiccata propensione alla vita associativa. Ho ricoperto il ruolo di presidente Donne Impresa Confartigianato (Monopoli) e vicepresidente dello stesso movimento (per l'area metropolitana) Il mio primo concorso pubblico da scandalo nel 2011. L'Italia all'epoca non era un paese per giovani. "Addetto Stampa del Rettore dell'Università di Bari" (clicca per leggere articolo) arrivai seconda mentre il primo posto se lo aggiudicò un pensionato di 78 anni! Il primo concorso pubblico vinto nel 2015 : "Addetto Ufficio Stampa del Comune di Alberobello, sito Unesco dal 1996" per il quale ha curato i rapporti con la stampa italiana e internazionale nonché sono stata DIRETTORE e FONDATORE della prima testata giornalistica del Comune di Alberobello in distribuzione gratuita: Comune di Alberobello Capitale dei Trulli . Il mio secondo concorso pubblico vinto nel 2016, Da allora, faccio parte del meraviglioso mondo di ARET PUGLIAPROMOZIONE nonchè l' Agenzia Regionale del Turismo della Regione Puglia nota a tutti come #weareinpuglia. Ed il meglio deve ancora venire.......

Giornalista conosciuta come A Pugliese Around the World, esperta nel fornire idee, esperienze e itinerari da non perdere. Offre suggerimenti su cosa fare sia in Puglia che nel resto del mondo. Segui i suoi consigli su dove mangiare e cosa vedere, che tu sia un viaggiatore internazionale o un turista locale. Scopri tutte le attività imperdibili Mi chiamo Manuela Lenoci Nel 2020 ho fondato questo blog nel quale mi rivolgo a "Te" che sei ancora alla ricerca di quel pizzico di "magia" che solo un viaggio fra le meraviglie di un territorio è capace di regalare. Ma vorrei dirti tante cose di me, dei miei eventi e dei miei viaggi, di quelli che mi hanno aiutato a diventare quella che sono oggi,.... E sono...

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