Bangkok is a thriving part of the Southeast Asian landscape with an exciting array of sights, smells and tastes to titillate any experiential palate. One of the most famous cultural offerings of the city are its food options, from street vendours serving up succulent and sizzling satay pieces on a stick to the warm and spicy soups such as Tom Yam and Tom Kah Khai, which are a welcome treat during the city’s chilly monsoon periods. The best way to sample these delectable offerings are from a central apartment Bangkok has to offer its discerning visitors. If you’re looking for serviced accommodation in Bangkok with broadband internet and other modern amenities, look no further than the Somerset Lake Point Bangkok which offers all its guests …

Known to be the holiest month of the year according to the Islamic calendar, the period of Ramadan is a sacred time of the year for all Muslims. With a mostly Islamic population the city of Dubai is at the heart of the celebration as millions of devotees observe the customs and rituals associated with the holy period with great religious fervour and devotion. Ramadan for the year of 2013 will officially commence on the 10th of July and conclude on 9th August this year, precisely a month and one day in duration. Marking the revelation of Islam’s holy text, the Quran, the festival begins with weeks of fasting that culminate in the Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr. The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing …

The Hong Kong International Tea Fair will attract the attention of anyone in the business of buying or selling tea. This much-loved beverage is popular around the world and there is a naturally a ready market for tea in many countries around the world. Hong Kong may be described as the focus of the tea-trading sphere. It is relatively close to the major tea-producing regions on the globe, and it possesses the modern infrastructure vital for a modern trade conference. Additionally, Hong Kong is a foremost consumer of tea, although it does not actually produce the hearty herb. The fair is the centrepiece of the city’s tea-trading activities, uniting major players in the industry from across the globe, creating a valuable forum for both buyers …

What if there is a place where you could drink an endless amount of beer and enjoy a carnival like atmosphere? Well then there is one such amazing fest happening in Beijing, China. That is none other than the Beijing International Beer Festival and the best part is that visitors can drink as much as they like. This unique celebration takes place annually during the warm weather of summer. This beer festival originated from Germany generally happens from July to August. If you head over to Beijing do not miss this truly remarkable opportunity where you could simply savour authentic beers from Schottenhamel, enjoy various shows and socialise with others for free of charge. The objective behind this beer festival is to provide people with …

One of the most beautiful end entertaining cities in Sri Lanka is Negombo. Approximately thirty kilometres away from the capital of the country, the economy of this city is mainly based on tourism and the fishing industry that dates back to generations and generations. Even though located closely to the capital of the country, this city has been able to preserve its natural beauty without getting polluted in major scale. The soft white sand that can be seen miles away and the turquoise blue water that laps the sand is truly a breathtaking site that anyone would come across while in Negombo. The boats with sails that have vibrant colours can be seen harboured on the beach in order to take the visitors on an …

The town of Kataragama in Sri Lanka is famed as a popular pilgrimage destination for many devotees from all parts of the country and even overseas, attracting Hindus, Buddhists and even the indigenous Veddah community. Hindu and Buddhist veneration of Kataragama has been practiced for centuries, with followers of these two religions holding slightly different beliefs regarding the site. Tamil Hindus identify the presiding deity of the locality as Lord Katirkaman, who is identified as Skanda-Murugan, also known as Subramanya. Buddhists, on the other hand, consider the local divinity to be Kataragama Deviyo, a protective deity of Buddhists and their religion. In fact the town is revered as one of the sixteen most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage sites in the island. However there is no doubt …