Monthly Archives - February 2013
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The Royal Ploughing ceremony marks the beginning of the rice-growing season and is a traditional festival celebrated in great fanfare and ardour. In order to fully soak in the ambiance of this charming event, visitors usually choose a Sukhumvit hotel to lodge in during their stay. A popular Bangkok hotel that is chosen by many is Grand Millennium Sukhumvit Bangkok which known for the comforts as well as the true Asian experience that it imparts of each one of its guests. The date of this festival depends on astrological calculations and usually takes place in the months of May, June or July celebrating the beginning of the Buddhist lent in the Burmese month of Waso. During the festival sacred oxen are tied to a wooden plough and they are …

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August seems to be the month when Phuket goes mad about seafood. For two days in the middle of the month Phuket is the ‘go to’ place to sample the succulent seafood of Thailand. With the motto of ‘Good Taste Best Price’ the annual Phuket Seafood Festival aims to showcase the variety of seafood found around Phuket. Visitors can sample an array of discounted seafood dishes prepared in various styles by chefs from food shops and restaurants of the island. Adding to the buzz is Phuket Lobster Week that promotes lobster like no other. The festivals aims to introduce visitors to a wide range of seafood dishes and it is certainly the best time to sample the seafood that one has always wanted to try. …

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Millennium Resort Patong Phuket is a true urban Phuket resort. The neighborhood of this resort includes shopping malls, restaurants and entertainment location making the resort one of the most preferred Patong resorts. The martial art, Muay Thai is one of the most popular spectator sports available in Thailand. The beginning of this sport dates back to the battles with the Burmese during the fifteenth century. The opportunity to witness live crushing elbow strikes, lethal kicks, artful feints and furious punches are fascinating. The cheering crowds and the sounds of the musical instruments make it more interesting to watch. There are specially built stadiums to hold these games and these stadiums attract a large number of tourists for the night time displays.

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Phnom Penh is a bustling town that will keep you occupied during your entire stay. Each day will be about discovering new things, engaging in new experiences and all in all, having loads of fun. From one of Asia’s best night life scenes to artistic creations, culinary cuisines to adrenaline rushing adventure, historical sites to overwhelming nature spots, the choice is endless. Starting with the art scene you can begin by taking a stroll down Street 178. With local artists selling beautiful paintings, the possibilities of striking a good bargain is assured. There are also exquisite handmade items and bolts of Cambodian silk, all displayed to delight you. Want to experience some local culture and traditions, Chatomuk theatre is your best bet. Be mesmerized by …

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As a refreshing substitute to a hotel, Somerset Ho Chi Minh City offers its guests a resort-type retreat with beautiful and spacious peaceful apartments in Ho Chi Minh City. So if anyone is searching for Serviced Residence in Ho Chi Minh City the Somerset Ho Chi Minh should be definitely considered. If you’re in Vietnam during the early months of the year make sure that you witness the Vietnamese Lunar New Year which is a unique experience. The Vietnamese Lunar New Year also known as Tết or Tết Nguyên Đán is the most important festival celebrated throughout Vietnam. This festival marks the arrival of spring. It takes place on the first day of the first month of the Lunar Calendar. Many Vietnamese people get ready …

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Bangkok is a vibrant city with endless events and festivals. Prior to your arrival in this great metropolis, remember to reserve your Bangkok hotel to enjoy a hassle free stay. Grand Millennium Sukhumvit Bangkok is one such Sukhumvit hotel available to all the travellers to the city and it will give you easy access to the city’s numerous attractions and events. Bangkok International Jazz Festival is one such event that you should experience without fail. This annual musical festival attracts more than 30,000 people each year and it has become the largest and the most popular event among both local and foreign music fans. The event was first started in 2003 and renowned as the best Jazz experience you can enjoy in Asia.

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Set on a waterfront, Eastern Mangroves, Abu Dhabi is one of the Hotel in Abu Dhabi which provides modern accommodation to all its guests. The beauty of this hotel and the hospitality has become the reason that this hotel is opted over other Accommodation Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi is a country where Islam is the main root. Even the rules and regulations of the country are based on the Islamic religion. There are mosques all over the country where all people are religious. All over the city all religious needs are facilitated. It is hard for anyone else to work and live in Abu Dhabi without having any knowledge or respect towards the Islamic religion.

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The world map of style has a new addition in the sparkling lights of Singapore. For more than a decade, the Singapore Fashion Festival has brought the world’s attention to the creations of Asia and propelled the city in fame similar to the likes of London, Paris and New York. The future of Asian fashion has never been brighter. Started as an initiative of the Singapore Tourist Board, the Singapore Fashion Festival was a broad invitation to the myriad of shoppers visiting the city each year. First launched in 2001, it was given a brand new identity as the Asia Fashion Exchange, a vibrant celebration of clothe based design and trade in Asia. The four main event categories were conceptualized to attract a wide range …

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Beautiful and exotic Thailand has an innumerable collection of tourist attractions. White sand beaches, blue oceans, beautiful old temples, clubs pubs and restaurants to explore all the good times that eastern cities such as Bangkok have to offer. In addition to the many beaches and other places of attraction that one could visit, there are also a large number of festivities that one could attend. Some of them are held every year, and Phu Chi Fah Dok Sieo Festival is one such colourful event. It is celebrated from 13th to 15th of February every year and provides a wonderful sight for anyone who visits it. There are many pink and white blossoms of Dok Sieo located at Sieo at Phu Chi Fah, which is truly …

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Surrounded by the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, Seychelles is home to a diverse collection of plants, mammals and birds residing in panoramic forests of not only national but of international importance as well. The Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve found on the island of Praslin is a testimony to the lush greenery and abundant wildlife of Seychelles. However, the natural beauty of this cluster of islands is a mere element of what makes Seychelles a wonderful place to visit. The everyday lifestyles of the people and their culture too add to the overall ambience of the islands and the Cultural Bazaars are a testimony to this fact. These bazaars represent a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture, meet the locals …

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