The Golfing World and community is one that is star studded and attracts a large number of glitzy celebrities from around the world. The DP World Tour Championship, Dubai is one such event that is the final stage for the top 60 winners of the European Tour Race to Dubai series. Formerly the circuit featured an Order of Merit series from which the top 60 went on to compete at the Volvo Masters. The DP World Championship is the replacement of the Volvo Masters since 2009. Sponsored by DP – a well known shipping Company which is based in Dubai, the Championship began in 2009 and has continued annually ever since. The top 60 contenders battle it out over a period of 4 days for …

A land of various ethnicities, traditions and religious beliefs, Sri Lanka has a wide range of cultural events each year that showcase the island’s rich heritage. If you are planning a holiday in Sri Lanka look to witness some of the events that are taking place during the course of your stay. One of the best ways to explore the country is by signing up for sightseeing tours and Sri Lanka Holiday Travel is one option worth considering. Featuring some of the best holiday travel Sri Lanka has to offer, this well known tour operator takes you to key locations around the island. There is some kind of cultural event taking place almost every month in Sri Lanka. January is when Hindus celebrate Thai Pongal in honour of the …

FIFA’s Under 17 Football World Cup will be hosted by United Arab Emirates in 2013. The event is scheduled to take place from the 17th of October and will go on till the 18th of November. This year there are around 24 international teams competing for the title of Under 17 World Cup Champion. According to the FIFA website 52 matches will be played during the course of the three weeks that the World Cup will be held. The UAE has planned for this event since 2012 and there are six stadiums that will host the matches scheduled including Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium, Fujairah Stadium and Al- Ain Emirates Stadium. National teams representing the African region are Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Morocco and Tunisia, while strong …

The FIFA Under 17 Football World Cup is scheduled to commence on the 17th of October 2013. The event will run through till 18th of November and 24 international teams are vying for the World Cup. Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Morocco and Tunisia are the teams that will be representing the African region while the Asian teams comprise of Iran, Japan, Uzbekistan, Iraq and UAE. Europe has a large contingent with 6 countries competing at the sporting event; Austria, Italy, Slovakia, Croatia, Russia and Sweden are the teams that will come under the European wing. North and Central American teams are also part of the FIFA U17 World Cup with Canada, Mexico, Honduras and Panama all taking part. One team, representing New Zealand is part of …

Phuket is an island off the coast of Thailand and it is comparable to the size of Singapore. Phuket offers its residents and visitors much to do. It is also one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country, and it is really no wonder why. Whether it’s a cozy honeymoon or an action-packed getaway, Phuket is a must-visit locality for all adventure-seeking, thrill-discerning travelers, as numerous fun events occur here each year. Apart from all the things to do in Phuket, the Laguna Phuket Triathlon 2013 is one of them. Phuket is Asia’s premiere destination for the triathlon and it features some grueling activities such as a 1.8k swim, a 55k bike ride, as well as a strenuous 12k bike ride to round …

Sri Lanka is a great tourist destination. This is because this little island is full of surprises that can capture the imagination of anyone who visits this charming locality, whether it’s for the first time, or if you are a regular visitor. If you are not sure about making Sri Lanka a choice of destination for travel, think again. This tear-shaped “Pearl of the Indian Ocean”, as it is popularly known as, is a beautiful, serene and adventurous place all in one go. It can hold your interest forever and transport you to another place and dimension. A fact that makes Sri Lanka such a versatile place is its tropical climate. You can experience different climates in different cities that are just a few hours …