Tipped to be one of the most colourful and engaging local festivals in Thailand, Songkran is an annual event of truly monumental cultural significance. Three months after the rest of the world celebrated the dawn of a new year, this vibrant festival harking in the new year in the month of April is one of the best reasons to head down to Bangkok this holiday season. Also known as the Thai Water Festival, the Songkran festival of 2013 is due to take place from the 13th to the 15th of April with the days declared a public holidays all across the great nation. Formerly calculated according to the Thai lunar calendar, the event is now marked according to the Georgian calendar and typically falls between …

A cultural celebration that brings together two ethnic races, the Sinhalese & Tamil New Year offers visitors a chance to experience some unique traditions and fun festivities when in Sri Lanka. Those planning to travel by car around the island during this time can make use of a Sri Lanka car rental company such as Malkey Travel & Tours. Travellers in search of airport transfers Sri Lanka has to offer can also make use of the services offered by this company which has an impressive fleet of vehicles. Taking place during the month of April, the Sinhalese & Tamil New Year is a traditional festival that takes place at the end of the harvesting season. During this time people engage in such activities as cleaning their houses and preparing …

Couples looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day in a memorable way can base themselves at one of the luxury hotels Maldives such as Kurumba Maldives. A standout among Maldives resorts, it boasts an enchanting coastal location. On this special day lovers can take a swim or dive together depending on their level of skill. Sunbathing to perfect your tan is also a tempting option and as the dusk sets in set the mood for the night ahead with a candle light dinner on the beach, under the vast start studded sky. Taking a romantic picnic in one of the secluded Maldivian islands is also a favourite among couples. Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion …

The rapid development and evolution of modern technology is an iconic feature of the 21st century where stagnant technical know-how and expertise has progressed in leaps and bounds resulting in a global phenomenon of new technologies being introduced almost every day. Consumers now live in an age where different firms vie for the prime spot in the industry by improving existing technology and competing with one another to promote theirs as being the best. In such a day and age, the IT Show 2013 due to be held from the 7th to 10th of March this year in Singapore, is a natural result of the need to expand the consumer base and also to allow consumers to have a wide range of selection when it …

Flowers are one of nature’s prettiest creations. What is astonishing about them is that each one is so unique in its appearance, shade and scent. From subtle colour differences to minute details that make them exquisitely beautiful, each flower seems a miracle. Celebrating this annually is the Hong Kong Flower Show. Held every year in March it is organized by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department of Hong Kong. Looked forward to by both local and foreign citizens, it is the most important event in the horticulture enthusiast’s calendar. While participants are primarily those who have some knowledge or have a keen interest in horticulture, the event is not just restricted to them. In fact most visitors are just people who appreciate beauty. This year’s …

Also known as the Spring Festival, the Chinese New Year is the most popularly celebrated festival of the Chinese celebrated all over the world. The celebrations commence on the first day of the Chinese calendar and goes on till the 15th on which the Lantern Festival falls making it the longest lasting Chinese festival in the events calendar. During this time, Things to do in Phuket are many. However, it is important finding a place for lodging and a boutique Hotel in Phuket is probably the best choice that one may have since places to stay in tend to fill up quite quickly during this time. Thanyapura is a popular place chosen by many during this time which promises warmth and the generosity of the season all the way. …