Festivals are unique expressions of a community’s or a country’s cultural traditions. There are seasonal festivals determined by lunar calendars and cycle of the seasons and festivals rooted in religious beliefs. People in Tianjin celebrate many such festivals that have been a part of their culture and beliefs for a very long time. Along with the whole of China, Tianjin celebrates the Spring Festival on Feb 13th, the first day of the first lunar month that is also Chinese New Years’ eve. Family members return home, exchange hongbao or red envelopes with money, remember their ancestors, give their houses a thorough clean up and partake of specially made holiday food. Dragon and lion dances, lantern parades, temple fairs are part of the festivities highlighted by …

Mark down the 30th of March 2014 in your diary well in advance so that you do not miss out on the exciting Malaysian Grand Prix which showcases the best of Asian motorsport every year. In terms of accommodation why not choose the luxury of a service apartment in Kuala Lumpur? Known for its luxury apartments Kuala Lumpurhas to offer, Somerset Ampang Kuala Lumpur will be a good place to retreat to long after the race has ended and the last drops of champagne have been consumed. Scheduled to be held over the period of 28th – 30th March 2014, Malaysia is sure to come alive with racing fans from all corners of globe arriving in their numbers to support their favourite teams and drivers who vie …

Doha is a cosmopolitan city popular around the world not only for the business benefits that one could achieve but also for its vibrant tourism. The variety of activities that one would find in this city is capable of keeping the visitor entertained for a long period of time. The massive shopping malls that reach high up to the sky are the best that any shopaholic could get. You can go on a desert safari with your loved ones and enjoy a truly Arabian touch to your vacation. Also amusement parks, museums, waterfronts and much more can be found in this amazing Arabian city. Apart from all this Qatari oriented fun filled and education activities there are many more things that a visitor could enjoy …

Hong Kong is very much a modern cosmopolitan city but its predominantly Chinese heritage means that a number of Chinese festivals are enthusiastically celebrated. Even in this modern age, the people of Hong Kong adhere to ancient customs, celebrating festivals by visiting temples, engaging in or watching lion and dragon dancing, and burning large amounts of incense. One of the most popular and widely celebrated occasions for the people of this city is the distinctive Tin Hau Festival. Also known as the Birthday of Tin Hau, this festive occasion occurs on the third month’s 23rd day on the lunar calendar; its date on the Western calendar in 2014 is the 22nd April. Tin Hau is in fact the Goddess of the Seas and is also …

Located between Java and Lombok is the popular Indonesian island of Bali. Considered to be one of Indonesia’s most famous tourist destinations, Bali offers a great combination of a tropical climate, stunning scenic beauty and a unique culture. Visitors of the island can enjoy its beautiful beaches, breath-taking landscapes and its many cultural attractions; inclusive of traditional and modern dance and arts. Bali, being an exotic and tropical island, also offers a wide range of recreational and leisure activities to choose from. Of these one of the most exciting and exhilarating activities is white water rafting. White water rafting involves rafting through raging rapids and waves of rivers and is considered to be a truly adrenaline pumping extreme sport. If you enjoy riding the cool …

Fans of the equestrian arts who find themselves in Dubai early in 2014 will be treated to a splendid affair at the Dubai Dressage Championships, on 14th & 15th April 2014. Book your accommodation in Dubai early, as the city’s peak tourist times are around then. A Palm Jumeirah hotel is the perfect host for your stay, with the Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa presenting a superb choice of stay. Admission to the dressage championships is free and even those who are not particularly passionate about the sport will be left enthralled. Also known as “Horse Ballet”, the sport of Dressage stems from a royal lineage and employs great skill and finesse of control, on the part of the jockey and the horse. Meticulous direction of the …