Shanghai’s largest Buddhist Temple, the Longhua Temple, bursts into a bright flurry of festivity, joy, and colour during the third lunar month (April) of each year. If you are visiting the country or the city, witness this air of festivity permeate everything from your flight to stylish serviced apartments Shanghai has to offer all visitors, such as those at the Ascott Huai Hai Road Shanghai which makes for some excellent accommodation Shanghai. Accompanying the vibrant peach blossoms which burst into life during the spring season, the Longhua Temple emerges with its festival best witness by the colourful lights that decorate the temple interior and exterior, lending the site an enchanting air. Coupled with the enthralling tinkling of the bells, the whole site blooms into a sacred spectacle that …

The demand for luxury goods has simply exploded in Abu Dhabi and the region, and the 2014 Luxury Gift Show aims to bring together some of the prime picks of luxurious brands from all major cities such as London, Milan, Paris, and New York. Whilst you are here, ensure you pick one of the five star Abu Dhabi hotels to host your stay, and the Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is famed as an excellent choice of the luxury hotels Abu Dhabi features for its visitors. If you happen to find yourself in the city during the middle of March 2014, the splendid 2014 Luxury Gift Show, unfolding during the 13th-17th at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) is a must-visit event, …

One of the most significant festivals celebrated by the Miao and Li ethnic communities of Sanya is the Chinese Valentine’s Day, which falls on March 3, according to the lunar calendar. Witness and participate in the festivities of this famous event, made all the more enjoyable when residing at a luxury hotel in Yunnan such as the Anantara Xishuangbanna. With gracious hospitality and elegant interiors, you will be able to enjoy your time at this quality hotel Yunnan has to offer in the region. Single young people and couples who are unmarried eagerly look forward to the Chinese Valentine’s Day, which is when they will be able to focus their energies on finding a partner, or declare their love for each other. The most populous …

Each culture has its share of festivals to celebrate religious events, changing of seasons and happenings of local historical importance. These festivals not only reflect the cultural and religious diversity of a country it also provides an outlet for cultural expression. As such the Caribbean region has its own share of colourful religious and secular festivals. In the Bahamas, Nassau and New Providence Island, Junkanoo is celebrated in two stages, the day after Christmas and on New Years’ Day. Nearly a thousand participants in flamboyant costumes dance through the streets to Goombay music. Prizes are awarded for the best costumes. The origin of the event can be traced to West Africa. Kadooment Day with 18th century roots, linked to its sugar cane industry is a …

The Dubai International Boat Show 2014 will be held from March 4 to 8, 2014. It is the most prestigious and the largest marine and leisure event in the city. For anyone keen on marine sector, this is indeed a must-attend event. There will be seven specialist sectors which will be featured in this year’s event, and they range from super yachts, a display in the marina, another outdoor display, equipments and supplies, luxury boating industry, and even the diving and super cars sector. For those who are in the field of boats and yachts and other marine-related activities, this is an event of great significance to understand the latest trends and products in the market as well as to network and get connected with …

The 2014 International Jewellery & Watch Show, Abu Dhabi will be held from March 13 to March 17 at ADNEC. The event will be open from 4pm to 10pm. Whether you are a buyer looking for some of the most luxurious and classy time-pieces or a seller of exquisite chronometers, this is a must-attend event. Being one of the most prestigious events in the jewellery and watches category, it attracts great attention from both buyers and sellers to find out the latest trends and to showcase the newest styles. It features world-renowned watch makers and brands from all over the world and over the last years there have been representations from various brads from all over the world ranging from countries such as Switzerland, Hong …