The groundbreaking Resistanz Festival which is held yearly focuses on the musical genre known as industrial music. The first edition of this popular musical extravaganza was conducted in 2011 and since then has moved from strength to strength. The festival is conducted in Sheffield at the well-established venue known simply as the Corporation. The organizers of the first Resistanz Festival, which was meticulously planned, made it their objective to create a truly world class event that would match the finest modern music festivals on the globe. The first Resistanz event featured a strong line-up of talented and recognized bands as well as well-known DJs from across this distinctive genre of music. The intention was to assemble a selection of performers which would represent the numerous …

Xi’an was one of the earliest centers of Chinese civilization going back to the Zhou dynasty of the eleventh century. It was home to several emperors and most of the ancient dynasties of China were established in this city. It is the perfect location for those interested in history, Chinese culture and Chinese people. If you are a history buff you can keep yourself busy in Xi’an for over a week since there are so many historical sites to visit. Even if you are not the history type, Xi’an is probably the best place to experience authentic Chinese culture. The city sits in the Wei River valley surrounded by modern developments, and yet you get the feeling that the people of Xi’an have held on …

Home to a melting pot of cultures, ethnicities, races and religions, the city state of Singapore is a wonderful place to visit especially during the festive season. However, given its communal diversity, this state is home to a fairly divergent collection of festivals and religious celebrations and thus, it is likely that whenever you visit the country, there will always be a festival being celebrated by the locals! Singapore cultural events kick off with the Chinese New Year, which is also known as the Spring Festival and the Lunar New Year by the locals and is one event that is celebrated by all Singaporeans regardless of their ethnicity or religion. During this celebration, new clothes are worn to welcome the New Year, houses are cleaned, …

If in search of 5 star hotels Dubai, Millennium Plaza Hotel Dubai is a desirable choice.Dubai luxury hotels of this calibre ensure an unforgettable stay for corporate travellers. A focal point for those involved in the amusement related industries, the Dubai Entertainment Amusement and Leisure Show (DEAL) enters its 20th edition in 2014. Serving as Middle East’s only platform for exhibitors of these industries, DEAL provides the opportunity to connect with buyers who get to see and test modern services and products prior to purchasing. Professionals in the field get to make new contacts and share best practice. 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 new and exotic …

Spotlighting the specialized genre of Arab cinema is the 7th Gulf Film Festival, from the 9th-15th April 2014. It will unwind in all its creative glory at the Dubai Festival City, which is in close proximity to some of the finest 5 star hotels Dubai has to offer both holiday makers and festival participants. Of all the Dubai luxury hotels on offer, the Millennium Plaza Hotel Dubai promises welcome hospitality and a central location for easy access to the film festival. This unique cinematic event is a platform on which local filmmakers can network and showcase their artistic endeavours, as well as an apt connection point for international filmmakers to rub shoulders with the best of Arab film talent. Both those with years of experience in the industry, as …

The People’s Republic of China continues to make headlines for more reasons than its economic growth could ever muster up. Its world travel hotspots which offer the traveller a diverse range of experiences, sights & sounds and gourmet delights are unrivalled in relation to any other place in the world. Beijing, the capital of China is one of the four great ancient capitals in the country with a diverse history stretching back to many centuries. With over a population of 17 million citizens, Beijing is the largest city in China. There is much to see in this colourful ancient city that is bound to mesmerise its guests creating lasting memories. From rolling valleys to mountain ranges, monuments, historic landmarks and colourful festivals this city is …