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Singapore Repertory Theatre

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Singapore Repertory Theatre which is connected with international theatre community gives opportunities to the young Singaporean playwrights, directors and actors stage their talents. The company stages award winning international plays from time to time. It also focuses on creating original plays and musicals. The company is popular among the travellers and prominent in the local art circles for its various events. Singapore Repertory Theatre also organizes educational programmes such as workshops, lectures and drama classes for the young people who are interested in drama and theatre.

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Uncover a True Beach Mecca’s Nighttime Splendour in Captivating Galle

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Blessed with pristine beaches stretching in never ending lines the holiday Mecca of Galle is the stuff of dreams for all beach lovers touring Sri Lanka. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site with many historical and colonial structures dating back centuries this vacation heartland is also a scenic landscape filled with tropical rainforests and larger than life forts. All of these attributes make Galle an intriguing holiday destination with a vibrant nightlife to match. Littered with chic bars and trendy restaurants located on the beach the night time distractions of this former colonial stronghold turned leisure hub are truly impressive.
Fine dining is almost a Galle tradition as the sheer volume of world class restaurants beckons food lovers from all walks of life to the stylishly designed interiors of the venues. Asian fusion and traditional Sri Lankan delicacies are the most popular items in the menu at five star diners such as Fort Printers and Amangalla while the Rampart Hotel Restaurant allows diners to enjoy their meals in view of the seashore. Just 200m from the Gall Clock Tower one stumbles upon the Seagreen Restaurant which is one of Galle’s premier seafood haunts. Fresh juices are also popular among seasoned patrons of the decidedly intimate Seagreen in addition to fried king prawns which are simply scrumptious. Affordable grub can be found Aruna’s Restaurant which also serves pizzas as well as conventional curries whereas Indian food hub India Hut serves chicken tikka masala as its signature dish.

Café style eateries in Galle include Peddler’s Inn, Royal Dutch Café, Serendipity Arts Café, and Mama’s Roof Cafe while Unawatuna beach boasts a variety of beach shack restaurants including Kingfisher, which specializes in Turkish fare, wraps and lobster dishes. Diners can eat al fresco under the stars at the Pipels House Café surrounded by a tropical garden which adds to the serene atmosphere of the eatery.
Those who wish to enjoy island themed cocktails and other spirits while touring Galle can drop in on any of its ultra modern bars which includes Dick’s Bar, Cardamom Café and The Zaal. The Sea Lounge and Dalawella’s Wijaya Beach are also worth exploring while the bohemian bars and pubs in Unawatuna are some of the livelier haunts in the southern coastal town. 
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Barong Dance – Dance of Bali

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Bali is a wondrous place. Apart from exotic beaches, to luxurious spas and resorts, Bali is captivating for its rich culture that is different to the rest of the world. With many a festivals and customs, one of the must see is their traditional dances called the Barong Dance. This dance is a part of an ancient tradition that depicts the Balinese vision of life, the good and the bad, with the use of head, hands, feet, fingers, body movements and facial expressions. These performances are extremely entertaining and full of drama that will keep you captivated to the very end of the story as these performers bring a story to life before your eyes. The Barong dance is also performed as a ritual to drive away black magic and evil spirits that rove in the village and to bring in prosperity and peace. While enjoying the lavish comforts provided by Bali luxury villas, take some time to bear witness to one of these fascinating dances. After a day of sightseeing and shopping, surrender yourself to the enchantment of beauty and serenity at Alila Villas Uluwatu in one of their exceptionally luxurious Bali Resort Villas.

Ko Samui Music Festival

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One of the leading events held in Thailand, the Ko Samui Music Festival is also referred to as Songkran Music Festival.  First held in 2004, the event serves as an ideal platform for both professional and budding musicians to showcase their talents. Ranging from reggae and rock n’ roll to jazz, the festival is an extravagant celebration of a wide variety of styles and genres of music.  Attracting thousands of locals tourists each year, this distinctive event will add more excitement to your visit to this part of Thailand. A reputed Koh Samui resort such as Anantara Lawana Koh Samui never fails to cater to the discerning needs of its guests. With a desirable location and modern amenities, this Chaweng hotel is a popular choice in the region.

Hanoi Festivals – City of Celebrations

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Hanoi festivals present the time for people to engage in several activities of entertainment and pleasure. Some celebrations are held to welcome the New Year or the new harvesting season according to the lunar calendar and some are more like events highlighting the richness of the culture and traditions of the Hanoi community and remembering its past when people faced many hardships. Most of the time these festivals are followed by captivating narratives of the ancient legends and folklore associated with the origin of these festivals.

There are various events held all across the land throughout the year. Some of the most colourful ones are Chem Temple Festival, The Tet Festival, Giong Festival, Whale Festival, Lim Festival, Tra CO Village Festival and Keo Pagoda Festival. Most of these festivals begin in the evening with lights and festoons and continue on for several days.

Chem Temple festival is celebrated every year as a tribute to the hero Ly Than for saving the country at battles during Hung King Dynasty. Each year a vibrant ceremony is organized with processions of boats, elephants, horses and chariots and it concludes in an impressive ritual at the communal house. The Tet Festival which is celebrated at the beginning of the lunar year is one of the major festivals enjoyed by both locals as well as foreigners. It is simply the New Year celebrations in Vitenam. It is a prolonged event and can be described as more of a ‘friends and family’ festival. Giong Festival is a national event celebrated in Hanoi as it represents the patriotism of the Vietnamese, their respect for independence and gratefulness for their heroes.

The Whale Festival is regarded as the most outstanding water festival among the fisherman of the Vietnam. It is an event which goes on for two days and it is held as a commemorative festival to the Whale God.  A significant feature of this popular water festival is beautifying the whale temple and all the village houses and boats of the fishermen.

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Tattooing Experts at the Big Buddha Temple

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Big Buddha Temple is an attraction in itself with its immense majestic Buddha statue. However the venue is also of particular interest for anyone interested in getting a professional standard tattoo. The local tattoo specialists provide a variety of attractive tattoo specialties, including everything from full-body jobs to modest henna tattoos that will wash off after a few days. The artists who perform these tattoos are professionals who are masters of their craft.

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Jakarta International Film Festival

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The Jakarta International Film Festival is an entertaining annual event which usually runs for a week at the end of each year. It screens both local and international cinematic master pieces followed by a number of seminars, discussions and workshops conducted by the intellectuals in the industry on film- related topics. Every year, in Jakartha hotel accommodations are prearranged to facilitate the visitors who come to witness the event. Alila Jakartha is an excellent option for the ones who look for a luxury Hotel Jakarta .Jakartha International Film Festival is a must visited event in the international events calendar. 

Entertainment in Bangkok- contrasting, compelling cosmopolitan city of Asia.

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It is indeed one of the most contrasting and most compelling cities of the whole of Asia. Whether the sun is up above shining or setting down in the horizon with twilight creeping in, Bangkok is the city with something for everyone to see, do or buy. Aside from the entertaining ordeal of bargaining at the many vibrant night markets, or cruise down the ‘River of Kings’ enjoying a lovely romantic dinner, for those of you traveling with family this city offers some of the finest karaoke, bowling alleys and cinemas. To the avid sightseer who enjoys going to places of interest, this intoxicating city has many sightseeing places in the form of beautiful Bangkok temples, museums, parks, palaces and of course the spirit houses. 

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Uncover Modern and Classical Thai Dance at Bangkok’s Iconic Patravadi Theatre

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Quietly nestled on the Chao Phraya riverside in view of the Grand Palace’s shimmering rooftops and the towering cityscape of the Thai capital lies a dance theatre that is redefining pre-conceived notions on traditional art forms and pushing the envelope with avant-garde performances.  Founded nearly 20 years ago by iconic Thai actress Patravadi Mejudhon the Patravadi Theatre has become one of the country’s foremost institutions in the field of dance and performance art.  A visionary artist in her own right the award-winning Patravadi Mejudhon who is both a renowned theatre director and playwright conceived of a performance art venue with the complementary purposes of education and performance which were fulfilled in 1992 with the patronage of aspiring performing artists who would be its key stakeholders.
Occupying a stunning location well-suited for a performance art space the venue overlooks the Wat Phra Kaew temple and other iconic landmarks in the area and is an iconic institution for the viewing and learning of traditional Thai dance forms in its own right. Visitors can catch a glimpse of the performances of the Patravadi Theatre’s students on weekends when local dance lovers and patrons mingle with curious tourists eager to discover the finer points of the centuries old dance school with its elaborate costumes and subtle hand gestures. Drummers and Thai acrobats are also part and parcel of these dinner shows where exuberant students unleash their creativity in a spectacle of movement and music.

Home to a spacious rehearsal hall the students engaging in Thai dance forms both ancient and new age can be seen practicing their steps to the beat of traditional instruments.  A restaurant is also on-site for spectators to indulge in a snack after a show while a gift shop is also nearby for those who wish to pick up a reminder of their first encounter with Thai dance forms.

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Splendor and Glam of Nightlife in Kuala Lumpur

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The glamour and vibrancy of the city stretches into the night as the city comes ablaze with the light and colour to mesmerize its visitors. From mamaks to expansive discotheques to quiet fusion bars, kuala lampur has something to offer to every taste and culture imaginable.

The many clubs in the city each with its own specialty and signature mark, allows one with a variety to choose from.  For those techno lovers it is best to follow the neon lights towards the Asian Heritage Row. Its sophisticated nightclubs, blaring Latin and techno beats has become the city’s hottest party central. It’s lavishly and sometimes outrageously decorated little Chinese clubs are a perfect place to dance to your heart’s content. Popular among youngsters, young professionals, tourists and expatriates is the Bangsar. It is famous for its night time haunts along Telawi Street, which include expatriate bars, funky pubs, mini night clubs and elegant cafes.

 The more upmarket nightclubs, especially those along Bukit Bintang with a plush, modern and comfortable atmosphere play RnB, House pop remixes and chart toppers of days gone by. Nightlife in this area is a colourful, glamorous affair and remains kuala lampur’s trendiest entertainment district.  Even though Kuala lampur’s nightspots tend to have a short life span of a few years, mainly due to the rapidly changing preferences of its customers and frequent raids by the police, Bukit Bintang has remained one of the few which has managed to retain its popularity over the years, both among locals and visitors alike. A few elite hotels have ‘lounges’ or in-house clubs which are as equally flamboyant as the rest. While the dance floor remains the major attraction of most, some have a café like comfortable sitting area for ones who choose to leave their boogey shoes off for the night and just chill with friends.

The ‘Mamak culture’ savored by the students and young people of the city and Klang Valley, refers to eating at little road-side stalls at night. A few plastic chairs and tables strewn across the pavement or a parking lot, a cooking slot from where the chef whips up food and drinks, one is ready to go with a new Mamak stall. Most stalls serve Indian cuisines and due to its modern popularity most mamak owners have diversified their menus to include Chinese and western dishes. Karaoke is also another popular activity one might indulge in during ones stay in this beautiful city.

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