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The International Coffee & Tea Festival 2013 – Taste the best of beverages

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There are so many of us out there who simply cannot do without our morning and/or afternoon tea or coffee. The strong stimulators you find in these drinks give us just the right boost to face whatever the day has to offer. Every year the hot beverage industry is growing bigger and better aiming to perfect the art of tea and coffee making. It is not just the ingredients such as the finest quality of tea or coffee that play a part in efficient and excellent tea/coffee making, for equipment also matters to a great extent as well. Every year the UAE hosts the International Tea and Coffee festival that showcases freshly processed coffee beans and tea leaves whose aroma could soothe the wildest of beast and that is not all; for it is also the platform that displays the wide variety of equipment that comes to play in such an industry.

The International Coffee & Tea Festival is scheduled to take place from the 8th to the 11th of October 2013 at the Meydan Grandstand Convention Centre in Dubai. The festival is conducted at impeccable standards and as with everything else in Dubai the grandeur is alluring. This year the festival features UAE’s as the fastest growing market for coffee in the world and will highlight the 80 % growth in sales that has taken place over the last 5 years. The festival aims to be the platform for both coffee and tea industries, where suppliers show off their products and owners of tea and coffee industries pick and choose their favourite items to help expand and enhance the quality of their respective businesses. UAE’s increasing demand for such hot beverages makes it a key player in order to promote the growth of this product in their nation. The festival receives at least 8000 participants each year and is a very informative spot for all those interested in the world of tea and coffee.

After a unique day out at this festival, come home to the Millennium & Copthorne Hotels Middle East. These UAE hotels stand out as the finest of all the Middle East hotels.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Christmas in Singapore – Christmas in the Tropics

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Singapore is a beautiful country that boasts of state-of-the-art facilities and cleanliness beyond imagination. Everything here is streamlined and urban with echoes of traditionalism still alive in the heart of the citizens. The authentic array of cuisines along with stylish boutiques, this country is definitely the place to be. This is the case where on Christmas Day you can spend this holiday in the most unique way in Singapore.

The term ‘Christmas in the Tropics’ is what is commonly used by anyone spending this holiday season in Singapore and it is a month-long celebration. The Singaporeans go absolutely all-out where the malls compete with each other to out-light by decorating their buildings with delightful and copious amounts of lighting; stilt-walkers and acrobats roam the street entertaining the crowd and taking pictures with everyone. For fashion-lovers, makeshifts ramps are set up on the streets where models show-off the latest and trendiest designs while the entire atmosphere is like a carnival of the highest order.

Spend some time at the Botanic Gardens of Singapore which showcases ‘Trees of the World’ where the part from the Tanglin core to the Bandstand is lined with 200 Christmas trees representing a different culture or country through its unique decoration. One element of Christmas is its food and Singapore delivers dutifully. The Christmas buffets have everything and more than you can imagine and should be tried and tested in at least three different places. Shop to your heart’s content at the immensely adorned malls that offer incredible discounts and make sure to visit a church that displays the true spirit of Christmas.

Most importantly, see the lights down Orchard Road, Sentosa Habourfront and Marine Bay where the light shows are exotically out of this world. Entire streets are lit up wonderfully and the performances will render you speechless. Singapore is indeed a jolly place to be on Christmas- instead of missing out on anything you’ll be gaining an experience of a lifetime.

A luxury resort Singapore and the backdrop of Christmas is a beautiful combination to make you spend this holiday season in the tropics. The amazing Sentosa resort Singapore offering the best of style and adventure, the W Singapore Sentosa Cove and the endless possibilities in which to spend Christmas in awaits your presence. So are you ready?

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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The World Outdoors Summit 2013 – Rotorua – a message to the world

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In a time where the outdoors is being challenged, the World Outdoors Summit will be of great value. The World Outdoors Summit gives the opportunity for the global community to share, discuss and plan to resolve those challenges and support outdoor leisure based around adventure tourism areas. This is a four day conference held every few years in the ‘land of the white clouds.’
The World Outdoors Summit 2013 is scheduled to be held in Rotorua, New Zealand. It is a perfect cultural hotspot for the outdoors with ideal locations to discuss contemporary issues relating to the value of outdoor activities. The aim of this summit is to advance the development of education, recreation and adventure tourism within international outdoors via sharing knowledge, debating practice. The end result expected by this forum is to help outdoors stay as an important and valued part of society.
During this great summit you could enjoy networking opportunities, keynote presentations, panel discussions, activities, exhibitions, the awards gala night and of course amazing outdoor sessions. The summit will be conducted by Dr. Ihirangi Heke, Dr. Robyn Zink, Ngahi O Te Ra Bidois and Paora Te Hurihanganui. Visit and gain knowledge and wisdom from these local and international experts and convey its value to the world. The event will happen later this year from the 18th to the 22nd of November.
When one is on the lookout for accommodation in New Zealand one will be spoilt for choices as the options are endless starting from luxurious New Zealand hotels to comfortable cosy motels. Stay at a hotel that offers you all the services to discover this gorgeous country. New Zealand is a country full of captivating outdoor sights, attractions and adventures. So make sure you cover up all during your stay here in New Zealand. Out of Rotorua Hotels a good choice for you would be the Millennium & Copthorne Hotels NZ that gives you easy reach to many of the country’s attractions. It is ideally located beside the beautiful Lake Rotorua giving you breathtaking views. Pamper yourself in true comfort and luxury while you explore the mystical lands of New Zealand and take back memories that you will never forget.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Rihanna Diamonds World Tour- Shine bright like a diamond

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Get ready to welcome Rihanna as she comes to Abu Dhabi with her Diamond Tour on the 19th of October 2013. Rihanna will grace the du arena on Yas Islands.

This amazing music concert organised by the Flash Entertainment in collaboration with Live National Global Touring announced that this is the one and only performance in Abu Dhabi of Rihanna during her World Tour. The tickets are available at all Chain’s Stores in the Abu Dhabi Mall, Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Mall. You could also purchase tickets online.

Rihanna’s song Diamond from her album “Unapologetic” dominated global charts making it the fastest rising single of her career. Selling over 41 million albums and 150 million digital tracks worldwide she currently holds the record as the top selling digital artist of all time. The Diamond World Tour is her fourth worldwide tour and she embarked on it in the early part of March this year. Up to now the tour has been a big success to Rihanna earning over 50.1 million dollars. The singer’s costumes are designed by a variety of world renowned designers like Riccardo Tisci of Givenchy and Raf Simons of Christian Dior. With all the record breaking box office success Rihanna is all set to take Abu Dhabi by storm with her sensational songs. So do not let go of this incredible opportunity.

This sensational world tour includes five acts and an encore by the six Grammy Awards winner. The breathtaking performance of Rihanna with the dancers and other musicians will undoubtedly make this concert beautiful.

Looking for accommodation in Abu Dhabi? Well then there is nothing to worry as the choices are simply endless from luxurious hotels to private resorts and villas. Try a stay at one of the villas in Abu Dhabi as it will make you feel at home with all the excellent services and amenities. A good choice would be a stay at the Anantara Al Yamm which is spa resort Abu Dhabi that offers a breathtaking experience to guests. By choosing this place, visitors will have easy access to all the right places that the area is known for. So what are you waiting for? Head over to Abu Dhabi and spend a memorable holiday.

Wake Park World Championships Final – for adventurous souls

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Are you a wake sport lover? Well then you will not want to miss the Final of the Wake Park World Championships 2013. This breathtaking sport which is a combination of water skiing, snowboarding and surfing has gain great momentum in the hearts of many.

Organised by the World Wakeboard Association which is the global leader in wake sports, the Wake Park World Championships Final will be held from the 10th of October to 12th of October 2013 at the Al Forsan International Sports Resort in a large scale. There will be over 200 participants in the debut contesting in the Wake Park World Championships Final. Wakeboarding was founded by the World Wakeboard Association and organises thrilling events throughout the year to promote and advance wake sports world wide. Thus this attraction is yet another amazing event like that.

This exciting competition is to be held at the Al Forsan’s futuristic water cable park with the grand price of US $30,000. This cable park system has a huge overhead cable put up around the purpose built lakes. It is the region’s first facility of its type and is much praised as one of the world’s most amazing cable facilities. So the WWA believes that this popular extravaganza will be an amazing and exceptional one in this perfect fun environment. Seventeen divisions of expert and amateur riders from around the world will compete for the top positions in the finals.

With two years of experience in hosting this remarkable event, the Al Forsan has now become the most sought out destination by top cable board riders in the world. So if you are in Abu Dhabi this season do not miss this extravaganza where the heat of Abu Dhabi rises with the competition spirit of the wake boarders to win the big prize.

Looking for accommodation in Abu Dhabi? Try the resorts Abu Dhabi that offers an amazing experience for travellers. Out of luxurious Abu Dhabi villas the best choice would be the Anantara Sir Bani Yah Island Al Sahel Villas. This beautiful villa guarantees to make your stay here a comfortable one.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Festivals in Trang – Excitement and celebration

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Trang – a beautiful southern province of Thailand – is a world in its own to discover and there’s always lots to do, such as going to the late-night coffee shops or visiting the wet markets. However, the greatest delights are the multitude of festivals that keep taking place throughout the year that unfurl in joyful celebrations of colour and merriment.

The amazing traditional fairs and festivals are definitely phenomena to be witnessed and enjoyed. Full of life and constructed upon strong beliefs, these celebrations fulfill all religious duties in the most entertaining way. Some festivals are not even done for religious purposes; instead, celebrations are carried out for the sake of something worth celebrating.

The Cake Festival, for instance, is where a huge variety of frosting-free, different flavoured cakes are made by the people of Trang and sold to enthusiastic customers with raging sweet tooths. These talented individuals have been baking cakes for decades and they emply this particular skill through this festival, which takes place during the month of August. Some of the delectable flavours include coffee, orange, a blend of two or more flavours, and a lot more as bakers get deliciously creative with their options.

In the month of March is the Food Festival, for which Trang is renowned owing to the mouthwatering array of food on offer. Every type of regional cuisine along the likes of Thai, Chinese, as well as local creations, is sold in food stalls at the most affordable prices and food-eating competitions are held too. It is a true haven for foodies to treat their palates to some amazing culinary creations.

The Vegetarian Festival on the other hand is one where the Thais of Chinese in Trang become vegetarians for 9 days and is held in October, particularly on a full-moon night. These devotees dress in white for the duration of the 9 days and a medium who is believed to have the spirit in him, is given offerings that are kept at the front door of their homes. A procession bearing the medium is carried out in all out glory, accompanied by the deafening bang of firecrackers where the crowd waits expectantly for the medium to display supernatural powers. The blessing of the sprit, good fortune, and virtue are what the participants of this festival gain from it.

The Buddha Image procession and Trang Cultural Festival is to remind the locals of ancient customs and traditions and the importance of preserving them while also passing them on to future generations. These traditions present the quintessence of Trang and the festival commemorating it is held at the end of the Buddhist Lent period. Vibrant floats depicting images of the Buddha are constructed and a competition takes place to decide which is best. Concerts and performances brighten it up followed by local sports competitions. A great way to keep the customs going this Festival should not be missed. Other interesting festivals include the Taphao Shell Festival, Trang Roast Pork Festival (a delectable delight), Moon Festival, H.M. the King’s Birthday Celebrations, the Red Cross Fair, and the list goes on.

If you are looking for a luxury Trang resort that offers easy access to all these amazing cultural events, the Anantara Si Kao Thailand is one possible option. Its gracious hospitality and charming surrounds make it one of the best Krabi resorts to host your adventures in the city.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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The Vegetarian Festival – depicting the olden days of Thailand

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The vegetarian festival in Thailand held in the month of October is an event of spirituality together with astounding religious acts that are carried out as devotions to the gods for obtaining blessings. The festival which has its origin from the Chinese immigrants who visited Thailand some time back, has today developed into a fully fledged ceremony with street shows of people in trances as well as religious rituals performed in the temples, in exclusive culinary preparations and people observing certain precepts in view of the event.

Spanning over a nine day period in the ninth month of the Chinese calendar, the festival is the result of the belief that the Chinese immigrants who fell ill with Malaria, recovered due to a religious ritual they observed at the time, especially praying to the Nine emperor gods, with an adherence to a strict vegetarian diet. In the present day, Thai people practice what is known as ‘Jay’ where they restrict themselves to a strict vegetarian diet including the omission of certain pungent spices like garlic that are claimed to arouse a strong passion or anger. They observe some eight precepts, where they also refrain from alcohol and practice meritorious thoughts and deeds and keep themselves clean.

Outside the street, the festival takes a different form, with surprising and self mortification items that devotees perform, that although would be superb for a tourist to observe, is definitely not for the soft hearted. These include body piercing with somewhat less bleeding or scarring as well as walking over burning charcoal while in a trance. These sights are plenty on the road as people perform these acts with the belief that god protects such performers. Taking on a more religious tone, other devotees take their household god statues to the temples for a spiritual cleansing. In the streets, one cannot ignore the aroma of deliciously prepared vegetarian Thai dishes that somehow appear and taste deceivingly like meat.

There is many a Phuket resort for the traveller who intends to stay in Thailand to experience more of its treasures and ravishing sights. Anantara Phuket Resort Thailand is a true paradise set in the sight of the lovely beach of Mai Khao, the longest in Thailand with some clusters of tropical flora surrounding the heavenly villas that are simply built to pamper anyone and everyone. This amazing Phuket beach resort is definitely worth stepping over to experience these lovely beaches and the coastal experience to its maximum and carry away lifelong memories and some spectacular snapshots of the coast.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Muscat International Jewellery Exhibition – a sparkling experience

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Are you interested in Jewellery? Well then, the Muscat International Jewellery Exhibition is where you should head to, if you’ve more than a passing interest in all things to do with precious and semi-precious stones, as well as semi-precious and precious metals. This exhibition, widely known as the MIJEX, is a one-of-a-kind event that is held annually to showcase exquisite jewellery creations of expert jewelry designers.

The Muscat International Jewelry Exhibition 2013 is to be held from the 8th to the 12th of October at the Oman International Exhibition Center. This amazing fair offers the best opportunities of businesses and of course a great chance for those who are looking on exploring new markets to expand their client base.

Very unique jewellery creations, accessories and mesmerizing gemstones are a few of the products found in the Muscat International Jewellery Exhibition. This Exhibition runs over four days and serves to attract not only locals but tourists as well. This is actually the best occasion that provides a very rare glimpse of the rich artistry of the jewellery industry so do not miss this amazing chance. Also, bear in mind that the event’s locale, the Oman International Exhibition Centre, is open from Sundays to Thursdays from 7.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. when you come to visit the exhibition.

With an exquisite array of platinum, gold, silver, antiques, diamonds, gem sets, pearls, and featuring industry tools such as jewellery machinery and packaging materials, you will find everything and anything that relates to jewellery under one convenient roof. In addition, please note that the organisers will work closely with exhibitors and visitors to ensure a pleasurable experience for all who visit this stunning exhibition of all things jewellery-related.

Are you looking for a place to reside while you are in Muscat? The choices are simply ample in kind, from comfortable motels to five-star hotels. Stay in an Oman beach resort that will make your holiday even more memorable, with gracious hospitality and stylish amenities. A good choice would be the Millennium Resort Mussanah that is meticulously built to provide exceptional comfort and service to all guests. This Oman Muscat hotel is designed with a vibrant blend of Arabian and Asian themes and boasts panoramic views of the beautiful ocean. So come and visit this beautiful country and create a cherished journey to remember in Muscat.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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The Vegetarian Festival – depicting the olden days of Thailand

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The vegetarian festival in Thailand held in the month of October is an event of spirituality together with astounding religious acts that are carried out as devotions to the gods for obtaining blessings. The festival which has its origin from the Chinese immigrants who visited Thailand some time back, has today developed into a fully fledged ceremony with street shows of people in trances as well as religious rituals performed in the temples, in exclusive culinary preparations and people observing certain precepts in view of the event.

Spanning over a nine day period in the ninth month of the Chinese calendar, the festival is the result of the belief that the Chinese immigrants who fell ill with Malaria, recovered due to a religious ritual they observed at the time, especially praying to the Nine emperor gods, with an adherence to a strict vegetarian diet. In the present day, Thai people practice what is known as ‘Jay’ where they restrict themselves to a strict vegetarian diet including the omission of certain pungent spices like garlic that are claimed to arouse a strong passion or anger. They observe some eight precepts, where they also refrain from alcohol and practice meritorious thoughts and deeds and keep themselves clean.

Outside the street, the festival takes a different form, with surprising and self mortification items that devotees perform, that although would be superb for a tourist to observe, is definitely not for the soft hearted. These include body piercing with somewhat less bleeding or scarring as well as walking over burning charcoal while in a trance. These sights are plenty on the road as people perform these acts with the belief that god protects such performers. Taking on a more religious tone, other devotees take their household god statues to the temples for a spiritual cleansing. In the streets, one cannot ignore the aroma of deliciously prepared vegetarian Thai dishes that somehow appear and taste deceivingly like meat.

There are many luxury hotel resorts for the traveller who intends to stay in Thailand to experience more of its treasures and ravishing sights. Anantara Phuket Resort Thailand is a true paradise set in the sight of the lovely beach of Mai Khao, the longest in Thailand with some clusters of tropical flora surrounding the heavenly villas that are simply built to pamper anyone and everyone. It is one of the best luxury hotels on the island and is definitely worth stepping over to experience these lovely beaches and the coastal experience to its maximum and carry away lifelong memories and some spectacular snapshots of the coast.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Rotorua Home & Garden Show 2013 – For a beautiful home

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Scheduled to take place between the 11st to the 3rd of November 2013 at the Energy Events centre in Tauranga New Zealand, the Rotorua Home and Garden Show is an event you should not miss if you want a new look to your home. A hotel in Rotorua will provide accommodation facilities from where you can head off to this fascinating event. The Millennium Hotel Rotorua which is a famed Rotorua hotel would be your ideal companion for a visit to the Garden Show.

The show will see industry experts engaged in seminars where you will be educated on the perfect products and services to purchase while offering inspiring ideas for your home and garden. A range of garden displays coupled with delicious eatables will be on offer. Visitors will also be able to take part in fun filled activities where a host of exciting prizes can be won.

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