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Tagged the ‘Oscars for circus performers’, the annual International Circus Festival in Monaco (www.montecarlofestivals.com) takes place this year from 15-25th January The event features hundreds of spectacular acts including comedic routines, masterfully choreographed acrobatic stunts and the world’s greatest Big Top performers. Tickets cost from €30 (approx £23) for adults and €10 (approx £7) for children. For more information about Monaco go to www.visitmonaco.com.