While Shanghai offers plenty of fun outdoor activities for the entire family, those in search of something truly unique can indulge in some indoor skiing! Before heading out onto the slopes it is best to find a hotel in Shanghai that offers easy access to the city such as The Langham Yangtze Boutique Shanghai. Letting you enjoy the finer things in life, this 5 star hotel Shanghai is set amidst the lively central business district area. Once you have settled in and want to get some skiing action under your belt, make your way to the Minhang district where you will find the Yinqixing indoor ski centre with its 45m ski slope. Offering fun skiing for young and old alike, this indoor slope is not that steep making it …

Those in search of a truly unique sightseeing experience when in Shanghai should definitely look to take a cruise along the Huangpu River. These cruises depart from the famous Bund and those in search of a luxurious hotel in Shanghai that is within easy reach of this area can stay at The Langham Yangtze Boutique Shanghai. This 5 star hotel Shanghai is only around 3kms from The Bund giving you the ideal opportunity to embark on a Huangpu River cruise. As you sail along the river you will come across the changing faces of the city from its colonial buildings to towering skyscrapers. You can enjoy riverside views of well known Shanghai landmarks including the Oriental Pearl Tower, the World Financial Centre, Yangshupu Water Plant and Customs House set …

Offering a wide range of services and facilities especially for pre-natal and post-natal care, Thomson Medical Centre is an ideal hospital for pregnant mothers. Those in search of a 3 star hotel in Singapore that is within easy reach of the centre can choose Days Hotel Singapore. Located in the Novena district, this modern hotel also has a variety of hotel deals in Singapore that help you get more value for your money. Expecting couples and families staying at the hotel can easily reach the Thomson Medical Centre which also features an outpatient family clinic that is open 24-hours. Home to a dedicated and experienced staff of doctors and nurses, the centre also offers gynaecology, paediatrics and child healthcare services as well as fertility treatments. …

Dubai is a vibrant city having rapidly developed to become a leading tourist destination. For travellers including those who are staying at luxury hotels and resorts, preferably of a luxury hotel group such as Raffles, there is plenty to see and do in the region. Festivals held in the city bring about a spirit of harmony and excitement. With a culture rooted in Islamic traditions, Dubai mainly celebrates religious festivals such as Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha. However the world famous, Dubai Shopping Festival has achieved continued success over the years attracting visitors from all corners of the world. Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring …

With December comes the most festive time of the year for many all across the globe as preparations are made for Christmas. It is one of the most widely celebrated holidays, and also one of the grandest celebrations. It is a time for giving and joy, but it is not only the magical spirit of Christmas that is beautiful. During the season many of the world’s largest cities are beautifully lit up, with charming decorations adorning every corner. It is a time of year where homes are beautiful too, and the centre of these is the Christmas tree. It has become a symbol of the season, and goes hand in hand with Christmas, and one of the best loved holiday activities is decorating the tree. …

A laidback, sleepy, sheep-farming valley turns into a passionate wine making arena during the annual Gibbston Harvest Festival in Queenstown, New Zealand held in March on the third Saturday of the month. It does not fail to attract everyone from professional connoisseurs to simple wine appreciating enthusiasts to indulge a taste of the exquisite produce made by small boutique wineries, local vineyards and many a fine food establishment that are spread about the area. The festival is celebrated to mark the harvest of wine from Gibbston and to salute and toast the spirit of the community that has turned itself into a high profile winemaking body! This festival not only celebrates the Central Otago wines and the grape harvest produced by vineyards and wineries in …