Bali might not be the first venue that comes to mind when you think of Halloween as the township is one associated mostly with fine beaches, exquisite multinational cuisine, romance and hospitable treatment no matter where you come from. However, Bali has its own version of Halloween which is known as ‘Nyepi’, which is celebrated by the Hindus in Bali before their New Year. For Nyepi the Hindu communities get on to the streets and make different chanting like sounds, apparently with the intention of warding off evil spirits prior to ushering in the New Year. They then lock themselves indoors the following day for fear of beckoning the spirits back. Halloween is seen to be celebrated in true traditional form only by the expatriate …

Known for its eclectic mix of contemporary dance and entertainment, the Crazy Paris Show performed by an executive team originally from Paris has been in existence in Macau for 27 years, delighting many a tourist over the years. There are many Macau Hotels in which one can seek accommodation out of which a favourite Macau hotel would be Galaxy Macau Resort Hotel which combines convenience with elegance. Catch all time favourite dances such as the French Can Can , Pole Dancing, India Dance and Sway while snapping your fingers and tapping your feet to the beat. Held at the Grand Lisboa, the dance performances are held daily, each day seeing a whole new artistic approach to the dances and performances. One day spent at the Crazy Paris Show will not …

Eastern Asia is one part of the world etched with rich culture and tradition. From festivities to rituals to food, each occasion, activity and cuisine is both colorful, interesting and has a symbolic history behind. Visitors to countries like Thailand never fail to be awed by the meticulous detail and fascinating stories that govern each event in the country. It is no different for the famous Hungry Ghost Festival whose name in itself is quite the crowd puller. The ‘Hungry Ghost’ festival is one interesting event that makes its way into the calendars of the Thai’s Singaporeans and the Chinese. The Chinese pay great importance to the satisfaction of their dead ancestors. They believe that their good fortune in this life rests on this deed. …

Observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, the Vinayak Chathurthi festival usually falls between 19 August and 20 September lasting for a period of 10-12 days ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Book a Pondicherry hotel during the festival to take part in all the activity and Hotel Atithi is known to offer comfortable Pondicherry accommodation allowing you to participate the festivities with peace of mind. It is said that this is the day that Shiva declared his son Ganesha as superior to all the gods and it is believed that on this day, Ganesha bestows his presence on earth for his devotees on this day. Hindus prepare for this festival several months before hand by creating clay statues of the Ganesha which are then installed in houses and public places in pandals. …

The Middle East has always been known for its wild and raw edge. Perhaps it is the vast expanses of dry and harsh desserts that almost compels one to be daring enough to survive it; and that’s what makes up most of the Middle East. With the rough desserts dawns a whole world in itself; on the one hand you get the dessert culture and on the other you get the sport. And like with any new way of life, it is both fascinating and intriguing to learn about. The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) is a fantastic place to stop by and absorb an authentic touch of the Arabian life style. Although its key focus sectors are hunting and Equestrian, at …

When it comes to the finest of Arabian fashion fiestas nothing tops the UAE. The ultimate cosmopolitan nation in the Middle East, the UAE is the heart of glamour, extravaganza and the latest of all trends. Everyday a walk through one of the many shopping malls in the Emirates is like stepping into a fashion show. The attention to detail that many look into on an everyday basis is fascinating and brings about a purely stunning outcome. This enormously fashionable little nation proudly boasts being the host to the chic lady show; a fashion show that brings together the works of some of the most talented and creative minds. Every year hundred of locals and foreigners attend The Chic lady Fashion Show. Still rather new, …