The mooncake festival otherwise known as the Mid-Autumn festival is a traditional harvest festival celebrated during a full moon on the 15th day of the eighth month in the Chinese calendar falling during September or early October. Find a serviced apartment in Kuala Lumpur in order to witness all the festivities that take place during this time of the year and to fully soak in the atmosphere. A recommended Kuala Lumpur service apartment located within the vicinity would be the Marc Service Suites Kuala Lumpur from which the visitors can bear witness to the many festivities that take place during this time. The Mooncake Festival is essentially a festival of unity and togetherness of the family. Originating from the ancient ceremony of sacrificing tokens of …

The emirate of Abu Dhabi is a splendid cultural landmark in the Arabian landscape that spans the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Visitors looking to soak up the spectacular offerings of this desert oasis have a choice selection of Abu Dhabi beach hotels to indulge in. A fine Abu Dhabi resort that promises to truly pamper its guests in the spirit of desert hospitality is the Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara. This elegant property’s exclusive interiors and stylish amenities promise an Arabian fantasy experience to rival none other. Accession Day is a holiday of rampant celebration and joy in Abu Dhabi. It commemorates the dawn of a new epoch, when Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan overthrew his brother in a bloodless palace coup …

Six decades ago, a young, enthusiastic and vibrant member of the royal house ascended the throne and continued as the monarch, watching her children and grandchildren grow up and prepare themselves to become rulers of the most celebrated imperial family. This year, the Buckingham Palace, the home of Queen Elizabeth, who celebrates sixty years of being at the helm, will open its doors to the public and convert its grounds to a dais upon which the United Kingdom portrays its originality and uniqueness to the world. The Coronation Festival 2013 is scheduled to take place from the 11th to the 14th of Julyand will be the epitome of British flair, local artistry, handicrafts and quintessential cuisine. This festival will showcase the advancements in British technology …

The City of London Festival, one of the UK’s premier art events, was first held in 1962 to rejuvenate the English capital’s cultural life. The grand festival is held every summer at high profile destinations throughout the city and lasts about twenty one days. Featuring an eclectic line up, many of the festival events are free to the public. The sheer diversity of events ensures that one will definitely find something interesting. The festival is a celebration of the city and is one of the biggest events on the calendar so tourists in London this summer should definitely try to stop by. The 2013 edition of the City of London Festival will take place between the 23rd of June and the 26th of July. The …

39 glorious years before an attempt that a few jolly men took to celebrate the dawn of winter, has turned in to a massive affair now that sees Queenstown coming alive each year with good cheer and celebration. What were then, races on snow have turned in to exhilarating mountain riding; candy bars that were served back then have developed in to stalls and stalls of gourmet cuisine and the small performances in to fascinating concerts. If you are in Queenstown this June, a not to be missed experience would be the Winter Games 2013, when this beautiful town surrounded by natural splendor comes alive with an exciting celebration, attracting thousands of people to the town. Surrounded by beautiful mountains on both sides and the …

Sri Lanka is a very mystical island that is home to a variety of faiths and spiritual practices. To explore and discover all these fascinating locales, a variety of travel companies offer some competitive Sri Lanka tour packages in which one can witness the best cultural offerings on the island. Some of the best holiday packages Sri Lanka offers come courtesy of Shanti Travel Sri Lanka and visitors are sure to enjoy a holistic travel experience when travelling with these folks. One of the most spiritual locations on the island is housed in the town of Kataragama, home to an immensely powerful holy trio from the Hindu, Buddhist and Muslim faiths. It is home to the Ruhunu Maha Kataragama devalaya, an important shrine dedicated to the powerful Kataragamadeviyo, also …