Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Summer Surprises 2007
June 21- August 31
If you missed your chance to win great prizes, have fun with the whole family, and say: “I've been to the Las Vegas of the Middle East”…Dubai is bringing back the fun with Summer Surprises. The cosmopolitan emirate greets visitors with activities ranging from shows, shopping offers and entertainment extravaganzas. Whether you prefer skiing (real indoor snow skiing!), sand boarding or just like to hang out at the beach, Dubai has it all. There's so much to see, so book your ticket now!
www.mydss.com
 

Damascus, Syria: Art House Summer Music Festival 07
June 27-August 23
In an effort to celebrate Syrian art and exhibit rising local talents, several projects have emerged to encourage art investments in Damascus. Perhaps its most famous development today is the hip boutique hotel ''Art House''. A watermill built in 1625, it was restored and an 11 room hotel/gallery was conceived. Each room is decorated after a famous Syrian artist, using his or her passions and creativity. The main lounge is the gallery where colossal paintings from artists like Hamoud Shantout and Sara Shamma give exuberance to the lofty space. Since its opening earlier this year, the Art House has become the new destination for cultural events and selected private parties. However, the main event for this summer is Music Festival ‘07. A mélange of Opera, Classical, Jazz and much more is guaranteed to create a harmonic evening for music enthusiasts.
www.arthousedamascus.com
 

Montereal, Canada: Canadian Tennis Open-Rogers Cup
August 4-12
After Rafael Nadal's triumph at the French Open (Rolland Garros), tennis champs are getting ready once again for another historic confrontation in Montréal's Uniprix stadium. The Rogers cup is not only famous for its prestigious prize but also for its immaculate organization; integrating culture with sports. Last year's winners were Swizerland's Roger Federer, and Serbia's Ana Ivanovic. Will they maintain their trophy claim for 2007? Stay Tuned!!!
www.rogerscup.com
 

Chicago, United States of America: The Bicycle Film Festival
August 10-12
Get your bike ready and roll down to Chicago because it's that time of year when cool people meet! Just having finished screening in Paris - with future destinations like London, San Francisco, Sydney, Tokyo and Milan - the Bicycle Film Festival features cycling themed movies including the highly acclaimed project B.I.K.E. Join the parties and mingle among "the living green" clique. And don't worry about not finding a place for your ride; complimentary bike valet is provided.
www.bicyclefilmfestival.com
 

London, England: The Notting Hill Carnival
August 26- 27
The late Celia Cruz sang "la vida es un carnival"; and for years of independence, immigrants united through Europe's biggest street march, helping fight racism and bringing people together. At the end of this month, London becomes alive with calypso beats and the sounds of whistles, drums and the screams of an ecstatic crowd. Masqueraded dancers parade their costumes with a snappy attitude and a fiery Caribbean flavor. Forget Rio, the Notting Hill Carnival is the next best thing.
www.nottinghillcarnival.org.uk