From bone-crunching tackles, scintillating moves to the most dazzling of tries, experience the height of excitement in the desert at the Emirates Airline Dubai Ruby Sevens 2013. The tournament now in its 44th year is longest-running sporting event in the Middle East and will be held from the 28th of November to the 30th of November. For those looking for Dubai luxury hotels, a good option would be Millennium Plaza Hotel Dubai which is one of the 5 star hotels Dubai is famous for. Scheduled to be held at ‘The Sevens’ which is a purpose built stadium complex that houses seven pitches is sure to capture the attention of the world yet again. With all the leading Rugby playing countries tipped to scrum down, the sevens would be …

If you are going to be in the emirate of Abu Dhabi during 20-22 January 2014, an exciting and important event will be unfolding in the vicinity at the same time: the World Future Energy Summit 2014. As such, ensure that you reserve your spot at a luxury Abu Dhabi hotel early, such as the Grand Millennium Al Wahda which is considered one a fine hotel Abu Dhabi UAE. The prestigious World Future Energy Summit has to be the most important global gathering on issues of climate change and how we as business leaders, country leaders, and other key decision makers can function to ensure a cleaner, greener world in the future. Under the patron of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who is the crown prince of …

Abu Dhabi is a great place for you to visit, either alone or with your family. There is so much to do and see here that you will instantly fall in love with the place. Ladies specially love the shopping while kids love the educational visits that take place. This is also a land that is filled with vibrancy and culture, so the next time you are wondering where to head to, why not give this a try. This year especially, there is something else for you to look forward to. That is none other than the F1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The best destination this year for all Grand Prix enthusiasts will undoubtedly be Abu Dhabi. Taking place from the 1st of …

The Dubai Air Show has been proven to be an amazing success as it was hosted even in 2011 and drew in a crowd of over 50,000 trade visitors. There were 960 exhibitors at the previous show and media personnel from across the world flew into Dubai to witness the event. The features of this year’s event are bound to attract a lot of people as there will be a Future’s Day showcasing colleges and academic institutions where you can pursue a career in aviation. Prominent aviation institutes will come in on the last day of the event and discuss career paths available and inspire young people to join the industry. Another spectacular feature of the 2013 show is the Green Project. A separate section …

Kuwait is one of the many upcoming nations in the Middle East that comes alive with activity at several times during the year. With an array of shows and exhibitions lined up for the eager tourist, it really comes as no surprise that visitors fall in love with this place. One event that comes out as a favourite for many is the Autumn Consumer Festival. It is an exhibition designed to showcase the latest trends in everything that a shopaholic loves and ensures that the fair is jam packed from the day it starts to the day it is wrapped up. The Middle Eastern reputation of being a ‘Shopaholic’s Paradise’ is reinstated at this vibrant festival in Kuwait. Here you can find a range of …

As December draws near, the spirit of Christmas seeps into people’s hearts with shopping malls decorated in Christmas colours: red and green, the sidewalks slippery with frozen snow and a general feeling of excitement in the air. Traditional Christmas celebrations will involve decorating a Christmas tree, leaving out cookies and milk for Santa, hanging of stockings on the chimneys and of course, cradling cups of hot chocolate in an attempt to insulate oneself from the cold. While this form of Christmas has its own intrinsic charm, opt for a different experience this December and make your way down to Bali, Indonesia to celebrate your own tropical Christmas. Although the main demography of Indonesia is composed of non-Christians, Indonesia celebrates Christmas as a holiday with pomp …

Christmas is a time of joy and festivity, where loved ones all gather and celebrate. The season is magical, and the joy and the Christmas spirit can be seen and felt wherever you celebrate this wonderful time of the year. But if you are tired of Christmas being spent in the cold, it is time you experienced a beautiful ‘White Christmas.’ No, not a Christmas spent surrounded by white snow; a Christmas celebrated on the white sands of a tropical beach in Indonesia! Although Christianity isn’t the primary religion in Indonesia, the locals know how to celebrate the season! During the month of December, the streets of the islands are decked out in lovely, twinkling fairy lights and hundreds of people take to the streets …

The official festivities to celebrate this special day are centred on Bangkok’s Ratchadamnoen road. However it is celebrated throughout the Kingdom, as Thai people take to the streets cheering and performing various dances. It is an enchanting experience to be among the locals as they celebrate their King’s birthday. People are allowed to view the grand palace for free on this special day, resulting in a sea of people at this beautiful place. King Bhumibol’s health has improved over the past several months and he has made appearances at public events more often. Although he is 85 years and has been in the throne for 66 years it is fascinating to see how people of Thailand celebrate him and pray for his health patriotically. This …

A traditional holiday of great importance, the Chinese New Year also known as the Spring Festival falls on the 15th day of the first month of the Chinese calendar which typically falls on February. Ascott Beijing is a luxury apartment in Beijing which is known to provide comfortable Beijing accommodation right at the heart of the city from which you can observe the numerous customs and traditions of this time honoured traditional festival celebrated not only in China, but also in a wide array of countries like Malaysia, Macau, Taiwan and Singapore. Chinese are known to sweep their houses thoroughly to sweep away any ill fortune on this day and to make room for good luck to come in. it is a period of great joy and festivity where …

Travellers on the lookout for Singapore hotel promotions should keep Days Hotel Singapore in mind. A 3 Star hotel in Singapore of this calibre never fails to ensure a pleasurable holiday experience in the region. With a rich ethnic and religious diversity, Singapore celebrates a variety of events and festivals. Among the major ethnic and religious events are Deepavali, Hari Raya, Mid-Autumn Festival and Chinese New Year whilst Singapore Food Festival, Singapore International Film Festival and the Singapore Arts Festival are special cultural highlights. From musical performances and exhibitions to sporting events and vibrant nightlife entertainment, the events are truly diverse. Among the well known annual events are F1 Singapore Grand Prix, Mosaic Music Festival and the Chingay Parade.   Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under …