The Times Online published an article yesterday listing the 10 best festivals for 2009 (thanks Anna). The list is compiled by the author of the new Lonely Planet book I bought last month A Year of Festivals.  No mention is made of why the 2009 edition of these festivals will be any better or different than previous years, but I guess we’re entering the media season of annual countdowns and all things 2009. Three European festivals made the top 10: Venice Carnival, Glastonbury Festival, and the Galway Oyster Festival. I was especially happy to see Venice since I just booked my flight to attend the Carnival this year. Can’t wait!

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