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FHC West China 2013 Chengdu – A Hospitality Extravaganza!

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China is an amazing place to discover and check out new things. Commonly known for its world wonder, the Great Wall of China, this amazing country is a place rich in both culture and things to do. This year in the country you should keep the 18th of November free for the FHC West China 2013. This is a new trade show that is organised by the CIE, which is the China International Exhibitions. It will be held in Chengdu and it creates a new platform for promoting drinks and food. This is a great place to learn about new products that have made it to the market and a centre where you can check and explore the food and drink avenues.

The city is a commercial palace for the country as it is fast growing and is the natural trade centre for the whole of the western part of the country. This is an amazing global food and hospitality show of trade with the first edition scheduled to take place in the country and will definitely draw in lots of people from around the world owing to the fantastic exhibits that the country has to offer. The show creates an international platform where products will be marketed. This is a great opportunity for food exporters, retailers, wholesalers, owners and basically those who are involved in the hospitality zone. This event is also a great place to network and meet like-minded individuals.

The wide array of food and drink will include cakes, dairy products, cereals, grains and other bean products. There will also be an amazing range of fruit supplies and other jams and so on. So do not miss out on this wonderful opportunity. When staying in the area, look for hotels in China that will complement your stay. Look for the greater China hotels such as the Millennium & Copthorne Hotels China. The exhibition would be a great opportunity for you to also experience other catering equipment while all other industry equipment will also be found at this event. Do check it out and you will not be sorry that you did.

Beijing Int’l Casting Industry 2013 (CIEC) – An Exhibition Like No Other

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The famous town of Beijing is the home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Wall of China. Beijing is also a great place to visit owing to the many attractions that the city has to offer you. Beijing is a great place to stay in, given that it is the capital of China and is also the country’s second most populated city, therefore it is an excellent place to visit. The Beijing Intl. Casting Industry 2013(CIEC) is scheduled to take place at the China International Exhibition Centre and is of utmost importance to those attending. This is an excellent place to meet people from the auto manufacturing zone, shipping, sewing machinery and all other application areas that are used in industries.

The Beijing Intl. Casting Industry 2013(CIEC) will deal with over 30,000 participants and was founded in 2004. Scheduled to take place from the 16th to the 18th of October 2013, the Beijing Intl. Casting Industry 2013(CIEC) will feature exhibitors from Asia, Europe and also the Americas. Experts will come together here to explore the foundry technology together with auxiliary and raw materials from around the world. Meeting some of the most experienced individuals and other people interested in your field is a definite gem. While here you can witness the best of products in the industry and be ahead of the rest and not be left behind.

So check out the most successful foundry pageant in Asia and meet some of the best manufacture and production experts in the field of your interest. This is definitely an opportunity that you do not want to miss out on. When staying in China look for great hotels in China and do not forget to look at the greater China hotels too. The Millennium & Copthorne Hotels China is a reputed place to stay at during the exhibition. So head on over to this country and check out this amazing exhibition in the casting industry. Also while there, do take advantage of what the city has to offer you. It is a great destination, full of vibrancy and culture.

Water Splashing Festival in Xishuangbanna – aquatic entertainment for all

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The southwest province of Yunnan in China is home to the prefecture of Xishuangbanna, which offers a splendid cultural offering that is worth discovering. It is home to the Dai ethnic community, which accounts for 34% of the state’s population and the annual water-splashing festival in the month of April is a fun event celebrated and enjoyed to the fullest by locals and visitors alike. The best way to soak up the festivities is from a quality hotel Yunnan has to offer its visitors, such as the Anantara Xishuangbanna. With its elegantly-appointed interiors and scenic locale, it is an ideal hotel in Yunnan to host your stay. When you visit Xishuangbanna during the month of April, which coincides with the Chinese New Year, you are in for a special treat: the annual water-splashing festival is a fun event that is guaranteed to provide waves of excitement, laughter and fun for the entire family! So bring your super-soakers, squirt guns and event buckets and bowls – anything that can hold and ultimately splash water on your fellow splashers and don’t be afraid to take the plunge and splash away! Splashing people is taken to be an auspicious way of wishing them well for the new year and also is a symbolic of washing away the old energies, making way for new fortune to enter one’s life. But raucous aquatic fun is only part of the festivities, as the whole of Xishuangbanna unites for this special holiday with an array of colourful parades, dances, dragon boat races, various fairs, and performances that must be experienced firsthand for ultimate enjoyment.

Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and intends to visit them all someday.

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Mid Autumn Festival in Hainan Island – Strengthening Family Ties

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September 19th, the 15th day of the 9th lunar month according to the Chinese lunar calendar, has been set aside this year to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival throughout China and amongst Chinese communities all over the world. From the 19th to the 21st of September, people of Chinese origin everywhere will take advantage of the pleasant autumn weather to get together with family and friends to share a meal, in which moon cakes figure prominently, under the light of a moon that is at its fullest.

Thousands of people who may have migrated from Hainan Island return home to be with family and friends for the Mid-Autumn Festival. Many decorate their homes in coloured lights and red lanterns on tall bamboo poles. Street markets spring up everywhere and lantern parades, lantern displays and floating lanterns form part of the vibrant decorations that add a touch of glamour to the celebrations. In addition, Chinese opera performances, puppet shows enacting the story of Chang’e the moon goddess, fire dragon dances, making offerings to the moon goddess and lighting incense, planting mid-autumn trees and fireworks displays are all part of the celebrations that take place in the rural areas and main cities of the island. Family and friends partake of food under the light of the moon and lovers pray to remain together. During this time of new beginnings, young people propose to their sweethearts. Family members who may be absent from the celebrations are sent greeting cards and electronic messages as a form of absentee inclusion in the festivities.

Preparing and consuming moon cakes is one of the festival’s key activities. Traditionally rectangular, square or round shapes were filled with powdered lotus, sesame seed, sweet bean paste or salted egg yolk. Now, the making of cakes has taken on a whole new meaning with every hotel, café and restaurant in Hainan involved in the process. Brand new shapes, sizes, and fillings cater to contemporary tastes. Durian, green tea, chocolate, coffee, strawberry, orange, and ice cream, among others, seem to be the preferred fillings. When the cakes are consumed, gifts are also exchanged.

Festival time is when the island is inundated with visitors, as many also opt to take time off to be with loved ones. Going to the beach, enjoying water sports, trying out a golf swing, taking a refreshing dip in the hot springs, visiting scenic sights and tasting world famous Hainan cuisine are on almost every visitors ‘to do’ list.

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Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and hopes to visit them all someday. Google+

Ghost Month (Guf Yué) Xiamen – A Spectrum of Spectres

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According to Chinese mythology, the seventh lunar month is ghostly in nature, with spectres roaming about the earth and spirits making their presences felt by the living. The origins of the tradition are not well known or publicised, and although the customs that are put into action seem to heavily relate to Chinese folk discipline, the commemoration seems to be practiced by Taoists and Buddhists. Unlike other times of the year when descendants pay homage to their ancestors, during the period of the Ghost Month, the deceased are supposed to visit their kith and kin that are still alive.

It is customary for Buddhists to offer merit to their forefathers by way of performing good deeds and other meritorious actions. However, the Ghost Month calls for much more than performing a number of rituals to help any unfortunate ancestor relieve themselves from eternal condemnation. Descendants engage in burning incense sticks, lighting lamps and offering specially concocted food items. The dining tables are arranged with adequate space for the deceased to also consume a meal with the family, as was the custom when they were alive. Plates of vegetarian food are placed in front of their seats. and the offspring pretend they are present as they consume the meal. This has led to the festival being known as the ‘Hungry Ghost Festival’ as well.

During this season, descendants purchase mini paper boats and release them in bodies of water to symbolise the freeing of souls and providing a path for them to follow. In spite of the solemnity of the occasion and the probable fears that dwell in their minds, the month of the ghosts entails colourful processions on the streets and music performances in public areas with seats dedicated to the ghosts who are supposed to benefit from the music and religious hymns they hear.

Obtain the best deals from a variety of quality Greater China Hotels when you visit the country during this period of sober festivities. Although there is an air of moderation due to the remembrance of the dead, the Hotels in China do not lose their vibrancy, much to the delight of the guests who choose to stay at some fine hotels such as the Millennium & Copthorne Hotels China.

Beijing International Beer Festival- for all the beer lovers

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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 an opportunity to enjoy the fun of drinking beer.

With the sound of clinks of beer mugs and the laughter of the people along the long tables, this beer festival is truly enticing. Food is also served for the people who take part in this exciting event and if you come here you can experience the pure Oktoberfest atmosphere in Bavaria, Germany where this concept originated. Also waiters and waitresses are dressed in traditional German attire, giving visitors a special cultural experience.

Despite the enormous budget the organisers have pledged to continue with this beer festival as they believe it has long term potentials.

There is much more to the beer festival than simply tasting these refreshing beverages. Amidst the Bavarian style tents you will come across tempting food stalls, wonderful exhibitions, live entertainment and many more fun-filled activities. There is also a place where you could buy souvenirs like T-shirts, Mascots and many more. Clearly there is no better way to cool off in the hot summer and enjoy the excitement than with a glass of chilled beer.

The city of Beijing is truly a fabulous destination with its vibrancy. If you are looking for accommodation in China there is a vast range of hotels in china starting from luxuriant and finest to small funky places. Beijing has greater china hotels that are designed to delight the travellers. Millennium & Copthorne Hotels China is one of the finest hotels if you are searching for a perfect vacation. It is located in the business district of China’s capital pffering easy access to all that’s best in this fascinating city.

Mid-Autumn Festival – Celebration of Lanterns

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Autumn is regarded as the golden season in Guangzhou. The sunny weather with clear blue skies during the day and moonlit nights is one of the best times of the year that everyone looks forward to. With such wonderful weather and cheerfulness in the air, it is the time for the Mid-Autumn Festival which is celebrated by families that stay up late into the night and enjoy a bite of moon cakes while gazing at the moon shining bright in a clear sky.

There are a number of activities that are part and parcel of this fest. Families together make bamboo lanterns which are then lit up at night. The handmade lantern which is made in diverse shapes of flowers, animals, insects, fruits, places and many more are covered with beautiful and colourful papers. They are all lit up with candles in the night and makes for a truly charming setting. Every household will have these brightly illuminated lamps in front of their house, hung above the main doorways, gates or even on trees. It is believed that these lanterns will bring good luck to the households and some say that the higher the lanterns are fixed the greater the luck they will bring.

One of the main activities during this time is to worship the moon. Especially young children worship the moon and offer incense sticks and various fruits wishing good luck. Another part of the celebrations is to eat river snails which are cooked in herbs. This practice is believed to brighten the eyes of those who eat them.
There are a number of key places in Guangzhou to celebrate these festivities. One such setting is Yuntai Garden, Baiyun also known as White Cloud Mountain which is full of plants and located at a high attitude offering a tranquil setting to watch the sky from. Cultural Park and Yuexiu Park are also two places that people can go to see the lanterns as they remain open until late night. For those who are staying at a Guangzhou serviced apartment it is possible to familiarise oneself with the culture of this city by going to see this festival. Most of the festivities are held close by to serviced apartments Guangzhou such as Ascott IFC Guangzhou.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Trip to Shanghai International Flower Festival

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Somerset Xu Hui Shanghai is one amazing place if you are in search of Shanghai Executive Apartments. This Shanghai Serviced Residence is modern and provides all the necessary amenities for a very comfortable vacation. Enjoy a lively Chinese experience in this relaxing and cozy environment.

There are many events that you will be able to witness while in this bustling city. The Shanghai International Flower Festival is one such interesting and colorful event. This is normally held every two years at the Changfeng Park. Lose yourself amidst the beautiful and colorful flowers that would be spread in a large area. The sweet fragrance of the flowers could be smelt ahead and would transport you to the world of flowers. You will be able to see flowers from around the worlds and some very rare species too are included in the broad collection. Enjoy a truly perfect time with nature.

Chinese Acrobat Ballet – Adding a new twist to a mundane dance routine

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Chinese Acrobatic Ballet is a combination of the ballet classic “Swan Lake”, which is woven around a story involving a princess and her prince, and traditional Chinese acrobatics. Comparable to ballet which is dished out the world over, Chinese Acrobatic Ballet is one of the most gracious and artistic dance forms seen today.  This acrobatic version of Tchaikovsky’s ballet-classic, Swan Lake personifies power; grace and perfection of China’s acrobatic traditions add a totally new facet to this classic ballet by portraying something very different.
The highlight of Chinese Acrobat ballet is that actors can execute more intricate performances in the air, rather than limiting the dancers to the floor. Together with a mix of traditional classic ballet and daring   acrobatic presentations, it has earned critical acclaim from audiences. Their show Acrobatic Swan Lake was a hit in China and became a spectacle around the world. (150 performances were booked in Vegas alone), ample proof of its appeal across geographical borders. The play is adored by the many for its unique sequence of ballet and melody.

The world famous Guangdong Acrobatic Troupe of China founded in 1951 is China’s leading acrobatic company. They are credited for introducing Chinese Acrobat Ballet which has been applauded by the dance affectionnadoes around the world. The company entices its audiences through an astonishing production which push their imagination to the limits. It is an electrifying presentation of traditional Chinese folk acrobatics within a lively modern perspective.

The storyline of the Chinese Acrobat Ballet, Swan Lake varies slightly from traditional version. The four swans that are depicted in the traditional version are swapped by quartet of tiny frogs, effortlessly performed by four boys.  To make it further intriguing and challenging, they play amazing dance routines on the podium arousing indescribable interest in the audience.

The crowd participation at acrobatics shows have been dwindling for years, until the advent of the acrobatic version of “Swan Lake” which has brought this type of performance back to vogue.

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