One of South Asia’s most beautiful island nations is the Maldives. Located just south of Sri Lanka, the archipelagic state of the Maldives is known for its world renowned beaches, amazing coral reefs, rich culture and beautiful flora and fauna. Maldives’ thriving hospitality industry further complements these amazing features of the islands, making them an ideal South Asian tropical tourist destination. While New Year’s Eve is a time where it is cold or snowing in the western part of the world, the Maldives is known for its warm and sunny climate, making it an ideal vacation destination during the month of December. The Maldives is a great place to spend the New Year’s Eve as it offers you the opportunity to enjoy the dawn of …

Sri Lanka is a beautiful island paradise that has to be on a travellers list. Without this place, any list is deemed incomplete. The people, the culture and so much more is something all tourists look forward to. Through not hailing from a Christian culture, Sri Lanka has strong influences of the Christianity and Catholicism due to colonial rule that governed the island in the past. There is a rich heritage left behind and therefore many Sri Lankans today celebrate the globally renowned festival of Christmas. Christmas in Sri Lanka is a great time of the year owing to the wonderful tropical climate and beautiful island. Christmas and New Year celebrations happen mostly on beachside simply because Sri Lanka is an island paradise and surrounded …

The Xishuangbanna province is undoubtedly one of the tourist destinations that is very rich in its cultural offerings. With so many interesting aspects of Xishuangbanna, one cannot simply explore the beautiful culture here over a mere span of a few days. Therefore, one of the best ways to discover the heart and soul of this vibrant community is to take in the famous Mengbalanaxi Cultural Show. The word “Mengbalanaxi” derives from the Dai language, which roughly translates to “mysterious and beautiful hometown”. This show is truly worth witnessing, and it presents a fantastic cultural opportunity for kids and adults alike to enjoy, as it beautifully brings to light the historic origins of Xishuangbanna along with local festivals, beliefs and traditions. The show is a very …

The charming French-Indo town of Pondicherry comes alive each year during the festive season of Deepavali, the “Festival of Lights” that celebrates the Mother Goddess in Hindu mythology. Soak in the excitement and colour of the city when you check into Pondicherry accommodation that is centrally located, such as the stylish Hotel Atithi that presents all visitors with an elegant Pondicherry hotel from which to commence exploration of this iconic Indian city. Deepawali, or Diwali, especially, is a time of great celebration and joy, with the festivities starting a week before the actual Diwali, and goes on for a week after. All ages are decked out in their Sunday best of ornate silks and scintillating jewellery. It is a public holiday in the country, with …

The soothing sound of the waves rushing to shore, the soft sand underfoot and the lively beat of drums; all this and more await those who choose traditional wedding themes in Sir Lanka. Such functions require precise planning by a local team and those in search of event planners in Sri Lanka can consider Nkar MICE. Providing some of the best event management Sri Lanka has to offer, this experienced name in the event planning industry offers a wide range of services and will help ensure a truly successful function. Those planning to incorporate local traditions and customs into their wedding ceremony have much to look forward to. Traditional wedding themes in Sir Lanka typically include incorporating what is known as the “poruwa” ceremony, where …

Renowned as Asia’s Christmas epicenter, the metropolitan landscapes of the Lion City transforms into a winter wonderland, come the month of December. Perfectly suited for those who wish to spend a Christmas in a tropical paradise, the month-long programme of festivities organized by the city this year offers visitors from around the world a rage of yuletide attractions infused with plenty of Christmas spirit. One of the must-have experiences in Singapore during the Christmas season is of course a tour of the Singapore Botanic Gardens’ “Walk the Trees of the World” enclosure where the pathway from the Bandstand to the Tanglin Core showcases an impressive 200 Christmas trees. Dubbed “tropical” Christmas trees, the elaborately decorated trees each represent a culture and country displaying the national …