Every year in early spring, for the past 30 years Parisians have enjoyed a jazz festival that showcases all genres of the medium interpreted by artists from around the world. Known as the Banlieues Bleues, it takes place over about two weeks in multiple locations around the north eastern suburbs of Paris, Seine St Denis. The festival appears to have had a definite impact on the regeneration of the area which was a quiet residential area. The festival brings together traditional and new styles of jazz from Afro Cuban to New Orleans to acid, blues, gypsy music and experimental jazz performed by both new and established artistes. In fact the festival is all about introducing all sorts of beats, blends and sounds and introducing new …

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.

London, the English capital, is home to some of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks. From the Prime Minister’s residence at Downing Street to Big Ben and the Buckingham Palace, there is no dearth of attractions to explore. Although the city may have a reputation for being somewhat straitlaced, London is fun and full of energy. The city has a calendar packed full of events and visitors will always find something interesting to do. The International Wimbledon Music Festival is an annual event that was held for the fourth time in 2012. The festival celebrates classical music and has performances by a variety of famous artists. It was started in 2009 with just twelve events on the schedule. That number increased to eighteen the following …

For the ultimate holiday experience, select a Phuket beach resort such as Anantara Phuket Resort Thailand, an ideally located Phuket resort. When in the region there are various things to do and events to enjoy, especially local festivals. One of the most unique festivals in the island is the Vegetarian Festival. Phuket Seafood Festival where local culinary experts showcase their skills and the Chinese New Year are also popular events. However a prominent event you will get to experience here is the Songkran Festival. Bringing an array of entertainment options is the Phuket Old Town Festival whilst Wat Chalong Fair which coincides with the Chinese New Year brings shopping opportunities, entertainment and more.

For 7 whole years Phuket has hit the charts with its ever popular International Blues Festival. For seven years, February mostly has been ‘the’ month in Phuket. If you love music this is certainly where you should be in February; grooving to the endless rhythms that blares before you. The Phuket International Blues Rock Festival is a cup of tea whatever your taste may be. Whether you are the head banger or the foot tapper, you will find something to keep you grooving throughout the festival. Every year the Blues Rock Festival gets bigger and better than it did before. So far it was in the year 2012 when the festival actually blew the charts. Every review you come across talks of the festival as …

Bali is a traveller’s paradise and Bali hotel accommodation caters to their discerning needs. However with one of the ideally located Bali hotels such as Anantara Seminyak Bali, you will be assured of a remarkable holiday in the region. Attractions in the region include various religious and cultural festivals. Harvest festivals, parades to the sea, fasting & retreat ceremonies, temple festivals and more are among these events. One of the main religious festivals in Bali is Nyepi Festival which marks the beginning of the New Year. Held before this is the Melasti Festival which is dedicated to driving evil spirits away from the island.

The popular Chingay Parade is one of the most popular events that are held on the day of the customary Chinese New Year. At present it has developed into a major street event which boasts the presence of the procession of myriad colors. The origin of this parade comes from China even though it is an annual street pageant that is taken place in both Singapore and Malaysia to commemorate the date of birth of the Chinese gods. The term Chingay was created by the Chinese people living in South East Asia. Chingay means True Art according to Penang, and a mini adorned stage according to Singaporeans. You will witness a glamorous show off jugglers, dragon dancers, clowns, lion dancers, acrobats and percussionists bringing to …

Luxury is the middle name for the United Arab Emirates and luxury with Anantara spans at a whole new level. So come stay at the new Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara that gives you a truly fascinating taste of this Middle Eastern wonder. Combining the vastness of the dessert with sheer style, this is certainly one of the finest of all Abu Dhabi hotels. The Anantra has here in the city made itself one of the finest luxury hotels Abu Dhabi can now finally call its ultimate host. Music, Dance and a 100% pure entertainment: that is what the city of Al Ain is so famously known for. Like other parts of the United Arab Emirates, the city of Al Ain portrays its rich diversity and …