General Facts

Have you ever wondered why they call it Roland Garros? Well, it is a pretty interesting story, actually. In 1927 the young French Tennis Federation decided ti build a stadium just for tennis, because until then the French International Open tournament was held either at the Stade de France, or at the Racing Club, which were places where many types of events took place. But in 1927 there were four great French tennis-men that, against all odds, managed to win the Davis Cup, after battling the Americans on their own territory. They were legendary: Rene Lacoste, Jean Borotra, Jacques Brugnon and Henri Cochet. The rematch was highly anticipated and set for 1928, and this is why the French decided to build a stadium.

So the mayor of Paris offered the land on which to raise the new stadium to the tennis federation. There was one condition though: they would have to name it Roland Garros, after a french aviation pioneer who had died about 10 years before. That guy was a legend too, being the first man to fly over the Mediterranean Sea in 1913. And that’s how the stadium, and the mega tennis event got the name of Roland Garros.

Now, with Roland Garros 2010 in a few months’ time, a lot of things have changed, but that’s definitely an understatement.

Paradox Interactive have always produced top notch strategy video games. The Swedish company is “responsible” for titles such as Europa Universalis and Hearts of Iron, both of them being perfect games for hardcore strategy fans.

Hearts of Iron 3 will be no different. Scheduled to be released on August 4th, 2009, it is anxiously awaited by strategy fans from all over the world. You will have complete customization possibilities on every aspect of your nation, and you will strive to become an international superpower. What could be more fun than that?

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Wimbledon is probably the most famous tennis tournament in the world, as it is the oldest. Dating back from 1877, it is one of the 4 grand slams and the last important tennis tournament on grass.

The most important events in the tournament are gentlemen’s singles, ladies’ singles, gentlemen’s doubles, ladies’ doubles and mixed doubles. There are also tournaments for juniors.

There is no doubt about the fact that Wimbledon 2009 will be a fascinating event. With Roger Federer seeking revenge for the title he lost last year to Rafael Nadal, it will be something worth watching. Wimbledon 2009 starts on June 22nd and ends on July 5th.

Austria is a wonderful place. Dominated by the Alps, it is one of the best places in the world for an ideal ski vacation. On of the best Austria ski resorts is Grand Tirolia, which is an amazing place, where you can have all the fun you want skiing, playing golf and doing numerous other activities.

The golf course is absolutely breathtaking, as it is placed in the middle of a very picturesque region. You can also practice hiking, nordic walking, cycling, biking and of course, skiing. There is no shortage of things you can do while at Grand Tirolia, you just need to be prepared for a lot of excitement and fun.

There is no doubt about the fact that Germany has a lot to offer to interested travelers. Impressive castles, breathtaking landscapes, and so on. The rich culture can also be found throughout the entire country, especially in cities like Berlin and Dortmund.

Berlin is the capital of Germany and has a population of 3.4 million people, and that’s only within the city itself. It is Germany’s largest city. It is located in the north east of the country, and its total urban area comprises of 5 million people. If you want to visit Berlin, there surely is no shortage of good Berlin hotels.

Dortmund on the other hand is located in the Ruhr area. It has a population of almost 600,000 people and it is the 7th largest city in the country. It is passed by the Ruhr river in its southern part. The city is also known as a green metropolis, and that title is self explanatory. Make sure you search for the best Dortmund hotels if you want to go there.

Belgium is a country with a rich history that is at a crossroads region in Western Europe. The cultural influences of the French and the Dutch people are widespread and make this country very beautiful. It is the starting point of th European Union.

If you are looking for a hôtel en Belgique (that’s French for Belgium hotel), there is certainly no shortage of quality. Either you are in Brussels, Anvers or Liege, you are bound to find something you like. Just make sure you enjoy your stay in the beautiful and stylish Belgium.

There is no doubt about the fact that Germans really like to build impressive things and do stuff perfectly. A perfect example of that is Hansedom the water park, or freizeitpark, for people who know German.

This is the ideal place for a family vacation. You will have lots of entertainment opportunities at your disposal, such as spa, elderly care, sports, and of course the impressive water park.

If you are in Germany and are going through the Sauerland region, just make sure you don’t miss Hansedom.

The Roland Garros tennis tournament goes back a long way, as the first edition was held in 1891. It continues to fascinate tennis lovers worldwide. It is one of the 4 most important tennis tournaments in a year, called grand slams.

The French Open 2009, (Roland Garros is also known as the French Open), will bring on some very heated matches, there is no doubt about that. Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray and especially Roger Federer will be looking to end Rafael Nadal’s dominance on clay and in men’s competition overall. Roger Federer was unstoppable just one year ago, but now he is the one chasing the world number 1.

In the women’s competition, Ana Ivanovic has to be one of the favorites, although she is currently ranked at just number 7. The Williams sisters, Serena and Venus will also be chasing the title, as well as Dinara Safina and maybe even Maria Sharapova who plans a spectacular comeback.

If you want to follow this fascinating tournament, visit Internationaux de France 2009 (for the French version), Abierto de Francia - torneo de tenis 2009 (for the Spanish version) and Roland Garros 2009 Turnier for the German version.