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The Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife may be based on the religious calendar but for many festival-goers this is far from a religious occasion! The people of Tenerife have been enjoying their carnival for hundreds of years but it's only in the last few decades that the Tenerife Carnival has come to the attention of the rest of the world.

Visiting the Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a great opportunity to get to see the beautiful island of Tenerife. Situated in the Canaries, this Spanish island is off the northwest coast of Africa and experiences year round mild temperatures, so even though the carnival takes place in February you can still enjoy some island sightseeing!

The Tenerife carnival is based upon the same idea as many others around the world. The word 'carnival' basically means 'farewell to meat' or 'to remove meat', and this is where the religious connotation comes from. During Lent traditionally no meats, fatty or rich foods are allowed to be consumed so the people of each community would get together and have a big feast in which all these foods were used up before Lent. The feasts turned into larger celebrations and went on for a week or more, combining the party atmosphere with lavish costumes and general revelry into what we now know today as the Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

What can you expect at the Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

Apart from the obvious party atmosphere, visitors to this Tenerife carnival can enjoy dancing, fireworks, musical performances and more, many of which take place in the last few days before Ash Wednesday. The processions and parades are always very popular as you get to see wild costumes, cross-dressing, amazingly decorated floats, and more, particularly on the Opening Parade (Friday 12 February). A huge fireworks show follows the parade, and then dancing 'til the early hours of the morning!

Stay until the end of the Carnival and watch the bizarre and sombre Burial of the Sardine Parade on Ash Wednesday. But the fun still isn't over as there are more parties at the weekend, leading up to the grand finale and a massive closing parade on the Sunday.

Visiting the Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife

As Tenerife is such a popular destination getting to the island's capital city, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, is easy. Tenerife has two airports - the main one in the south, and the second one in the north which is closest to Santa Cruz. Many different airlines fly to Tenerife throughout the year, and considering the island is so set up for tourism there are many hotels and places to stay.

Visiting the main carnival is free but you may need tickets for some of the side shows. Visit the official website for further information. In 2010, the main carnival celebrations of the Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife will be from Friday 12 February to Wednesday 17 February.

Christopher Andrews is a Travel Special with TwilightBlue Travel.

Visit TwilightBlue for more information on the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival or if you are looking for Santa Cruz de Tenerife hotels.

Cross Dressing Tips For Avoiding Bad Hair Days

Some cross dressers prefer not to wear a wig.  If you're more comfortable with your own hair, the good news is that there are lots of unisex hairstyles to choose from that will also serve you well en-femme.

Of course, with natural hair you're bound to have the odd 'bad hair day'.  It goes with the territory.  Here are some top tips to try to avoid them (or at least keep them to an absolute minimum):

• It may sound simple, but your diet and lifestyle has a huge impact on the condition of your hair.  A nutritious diet, drinking plenty of water, taking regular exercise and a good night's sleep will all help to keep your hair at its best.  Try to avoid excessive smoking, drinking and stress (I know, I know... it's easier said than done!).
• Use products designed specifically for your hair type.  Someone with coarse, dry hair has very different needs to someone with fine, limp hair.  There is no such thing as a perfect product for all hair types.
• Apply shampoo and conditioner by first spreading it over your hands and then smoothing it onto the hair.
• Rinse shampoo out of your hair thoroughly.  Failure to do so can result in your hair being sticky and flat.  It can also result in itching and irritation.
• Use a separate shampoo and conditioner rather than a 2-in-1 product.  Excess conditioning agents can result in a build-up on the hair, making it heavy and lifeless.  Generally, it's best to use a shampoo with minimal or no conditioning agents.  Then use conditioner where it's required, keeping away from the roots and scalp.
• If you have a dry, flaky scalp, use an anti-dandruff shampoo.  You should always lather and rinse twice - the first wash cleanses the hair the second wash medicates it.  The longer the shampoo is left on the hair, the more effective it will be.
• When washing your hair, try to massage the scalp using your fingertips.  This will help improve circulation and stimulate hair growth.
• If you blow-dry your hair, it's easier to style and control when it's slightly damp (not wet).  However, make sure it's fully dry before you finish, otherwise it could lose its shape.
• Always dry the root area first as this gives more fullness and control.
• Shampoo your brush and comb on a regular basis.  Styling products, conditioners and oil can build up on brushes and combs, which is then transferred back to your clean hair.
• Many styling products contain alcohol, which dries the hair.  Try to limit the use of these, especially if you already have dry hair.  Better still, avoid these products altogether and choose the ones that don't contain alcohol!
• Try not to color your hair too often as the chemicals can be damaging to your hair and scalp.
• Avoid excessive exposure to the sun.  If you live in a sunny climate, try to protect your hair by wearing a hat when going outdoors.

By following these simple guidelines, you'll be well on your way to great looking hair ...every day!

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Paula Harris shares more of her favorite cross dressing tips at http://www.Cross-Dressing-Secrets.com.

Is it still considered cross-dressing if the person wears unisex clothes?

Suppose that a man or a woman wears unisex sort of clothes, like jeans, tee-shirt and sneakers - but they buy them from the opposite sex department.

Technically, they're both cross-dressers. When I think of cross dressers, though, I think of men in very feminine clothing. It seems like girls cant really cross dress, just be butch.

Anyway, crossdressing just means wearing clothes intended for the opposite gender.

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