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FESTIVALS & EVENTSup helly aaNever ones to let a cold winterget in the way of a hot party,the hardy Shetland Islandersin the far north of Scotlandgo more than a little crazy onthe last Tuesday in January.This spectacular celebration ofthe islands’ heritage involveshorny-helmeted Vikings paradingthe streets of Lerwick, lit byflaming torches, and culminatesin the burning of a replica Norselongship and an all-night party.UP HELLY AAVIKING FIRE FESTIVAL5 DAYSTravel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen, thenby overnight ferry to the remote ShetlandIslands, to witness the breathtaking VikingFire Festival and to party ‘til dawn with thelocals. The scenery’s pretty breathtakingtoo! Includes ferries (quad berth), touringactivities and 2 nights’ hostel (mixed dorm).Departure Dates:25 Jan 201524 Jan 2016FR$1,159BUst. patrick’s dayThe country that taught theworld how to party really showsus how it’s done with a hugestreet parade and festival forSt. Patrick’s Day. It is, frankly,collective madness! This isDublin’s moment in the spotlight,when the welcome’s as warm asthe Guinness is chilled. Enjoy livemusic and dancing, soak up thebuzzing atmosphere and showoff your best green outfits asyou celebrate all things Irish.ST PATRICK’S DAYDUBLIN4 DAYSExperience the real deal with this fantastictrip to Dublin. Hit the pubs of Temple Bar,take a walking tour and visit the GuinnessStorehouse before soaking up the festivalatmosphere, the music and ‘craic’. Includes3 nights’ hostel (mixed dorm), breakfastand return coach/ferry from London.Departure Date:15 Mar 2015FR$629BUking’s dayEverybody knows the Dutch loveto party, but seriously guys, wethink you’re taking things a bitfar with this one! The whole ofAmsterdam comes alive eachApril to celebrate King Willem-Alexander and all that’s greatabout Holland. Up to a millionpeople flock to the city to hangwith the locals in what is fastbecoming one of the world’sbiggest street parties. It’sendless fun and you don’t needto spend ages on your outfit- just wear the Dutch nationalcolour, orange. You’ll be fine.KING’S DAYAMSTERDAMFR$6294 DAYSStart with a welcome drink & dinner beforehitting the nightlife of the ‘Dam. Work offyour hangover with a countryside bike tourand get ready to celebrate all day and nightat the mother of all street parties! Includes3 nights’ hostel (multi-share), breakfastand return coach/ferry from London.Departure Date:25 Apr 2015 BU28VISIT WWW.STATRAVEL.COM