Once a staple of American culture, Halloween parties have really taken off in Britain over the past decade or so - and not just among children. Ever more people are taking the opportunity to host ghoulish parties on 31st October or the nearest convenient weekend, but there's more to organising a Halloween party than just finding a CD of horror soundtracks or unpacking your favourite scary DVD. The first step, like most parties, is deciding on the...more
Clarion Suites Gateway Melbourne is an attractive option for various travelers for the reason that modern facilities and luxurious accommodation in the heart of Melbourne CBD. Businesses as well as leisure travelers enjoy staying in Clarion Suites Gateway as it has the trams at the doorstep, Crown Entertainment Complex, Federation Square and Southern Cross Station near to it. With 122 well appointed studio and 1 and 2 bedroom suites, the hotel is...more
The only time of the year when street food in Phuket and all of Thailand turns from various exotic fish and meats to delectable vegetables is when the Phuket Vegetarian Festival is held every year in the month of September and early October for 9 days. This culinary celebration of vegetarian dishes has a history that dates back more than 200 years when a Chinese opera group and others in the island fell ill while performing in the Island, due to an endemic, Malaria.The group abstained from consuming meat for a week and offered prayers to the Nine Emperor Gods who they believed would cure their sickness. This opera group was cured of all their ailments and a festival was born to honor of the gods who cured them. The ceremonies of this festival take place in 6 Chinese temples scattered in the surrounding areas throughout Phuket. Jui Tui temple, which is close to the fresh Market, acts as the main temple for these festivities. The festival begins with people preparing themselves by abstaining from meats and alcohol and engaging in spiritual and mental cleansing. The villagers also believe that the household gods will also benefit from an annual injection of spiritual energy that...more
The Barossa Valley is one of Australia's most significant wine regions. Its thriving community retains strong links to its rich European heritage, now combined with the down-to-earth Australian spirit to create a rich and diverse lifestyle in a relaxed, rural setting close to Adelaide. European farmers (German in particular) and English migrants...more
Accepting rural Japan in an armchair stock, Shindo took the occasion to announce his retirement, saying: ". I sincerely hope you will all do well and create good films" Fan Bingbing won the best actress for her role in "Buddha Mountain" , a joint China-Taiwan co-production with director Li Yu, who also won the award for best artistic...more
Take a Walk on the Brady Street in MilwaukeeMilwaukees Brady Street is located on the Lower East Side and it features countless shops, restaurants, bars and salons, the perfect place for a nice walk during your Milwaukee vacation. This place and the surrounding area are the evidence of this citys culture and history, even if the area has undergone serious renovations lately. There are some good restaurants on Brady Street and you can enjoy flavors from all corners of the world here, from the Middle Eastern Falafel to the Midwestern hotdogs. At Dancing Ganesha you can taste Indian food in a very pleasant atmosphere and if you are in for a Chinese dinner, the Emperor of China restaurant gladly awaits you. Open daily until late at night, Apollo caf is another lovely place where you can treat yourself with the wonders of the famous Greek cuisine with its amazing gyros or souvlaki. Learn About Art in the Milwaukee Art MuseumThe art enthusiasts who plan to visit Milwaukee on a vacation should without fail visit the Milwaukee Art Museum as it displays numerous art pieces collected from various parts of the world as a source of immeasurable knowledge. The Ancient Art, 19th century...more
After India gained Independence from the British in 1947, the princely states of Travancore and Kochi were merged to form the province of Travancore-Cochin. The state of Kerala was created on November 1, 1956 when Malabar District was merged with...more
Flares, glitter and dodgy moustaches all signify the 1970's- an era of incredible fashion and music. Today, the 1970's is a popular theme for Christmas parties all over the globe, mainly because the outrageous fashion and music are so funky. It's a...more
When Christmas is fast approaching, one can already see some early decorations everywhere. Many establishments can already be seen selling items that can be given as gifts for the upcoming season. If you want to do something extraordinary this year...more
Purchase the best all-around cookie cutter set, and each October will be full of opportunities to use these fun baking accessories. It's not difficult to discover which set is ideal, simply look for one that matches all or most of the following...more
Can you think back to the last time you went on holiday? Do you remember what it felt like as the days and weeks went past and the holiday got closer and closer? It always feels really exciting to know your next break away is coming up fast, and you...more
Cowardice people should avoid Rafting as it is just for adventure lovers. Here are some restrictions on the age of visitors wanting to go rafting children below age of 13 are not allowed to go for this adventure as the minimum age to do this tour is...more