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Hong Kong Festivals That You Must Not Miss

HONG KONG FESTIVALS THAT YOU MUST NOT MISS 01 A guide to festivals of Hong Kong If you find cultural experiences as a highlight of a holiday, then this list is for you. Plan a trip to Hong Kong around these festivals to get more out of your visit. Here’s taking a look at the fest calendar for 2019. 02 Cheung Chau Bun Festival When: 9th-13th May, 2019 The Cheung Chau Bun Festival, observed by the rural population of Hong Kong, marks the colloquial birth celebration of Buddha. It is considered as one of the important Taoist festivals in Hong Kong. Kwon Kam Kee buns are an important component of this most charming of all festivals in Hong Kong where 60000 buns were consumed in 2017. Buns are also used to decorate bamboo towers in a major centrepiece event. 03 Freespace When: September onwards Hong Kong is a hub for shopaholics and Freespace Fest takes it a notch higher. Hosted at the West Kowl...

Sublime beauty of the Scottish Highlands

Sublime beauty of the Scottish Highlands Conventional wisdom has it that the Scottish Highlands tour is a must for the travellers' bucket list because it is as beautiful as one can imagine. The highlands, with an average elevation of 20 metres above sea level, have an eye-catching beauty to behold. The unbelievable majesty of the highlands, therefore, puts the topography amongst the best in the entire northern part of Great Britain. Visiting the gob-smacking highlands can best be experienced by a day tour on a comfy bus tour for 12 hours (8AM– 8PM), only dedicated for the tourist that truly wants the experience. The awestruck tourists seem to find out the hilly beauty in a new form. THE JUMPING-OFF POINT As you reach Scotland, visit Scotland Tourism which has a number of tour offers for unique areas, along with 1-7-day jaunts. Tourists are offered different packages, depending on time and money. Offers are also available in the hotels and motels where ...

These are the most welcoming countries for expats

These are the most welcoming countries for expats AFP Relaxnews Itching to move abroad and start a new chapter in your life? Social butterflies looking to make new friends in foreign places will have more success in countries like Portugal, Taiwan and Mexico, which emerged the most welcoming countries for expats in a new survey. On the flip side, if you're headed to countries like Kuwait, Austria or Switzerland, brace yourself for a frosty welcome. According to the latest results of the Expat Insider survey, which is based on the insights of 13,000 expats from 188 countries and territories, Portugal can lay claim to being the friendliest country for newcomers:  An overwhelming majority of 94 percent of expats currently living in the country said locals have a friendly attitude towards expats.  Along with being friendly and helpful, expats noted that people look out for each other in Portugal. However, it's a different story when it comes to forging act...

Meet four fearless women in adventure travel

Meet four fearless women in adventure travel he theme for this year’s International Women’s Day (March 8) is #BalanceforBetter. It focuses on how a more gender-balanced world can create a better working environment for all. According to a report by The Adventure Travel Trade Association, women have been long under-represented in the outdoor travel scene, especially in leadership positions. A report entitled  Out in Front: Tracking Women’s Leadership in Adventure Travel  stated that while women made up 60%-70% of the travel industry, only 38% of board positions were held by females in the adventure sector. There are also significantly fewer female guides on average, especially in developing destinations. But, women are beginning to break down the barriers of this male-dominated sector, and along with the rise of the female adventurer and women’s-only travel providers, there is a marked increase in women taking on more leadership roles. Here are a few d...

Visit Rangamati

Visit Rangamati - Rangamati Tourist Information Rangamati Tourist Activities: Cruising on the lake Visiting the Shuvolong waterfalls Fishing Visiting the common tourist destinations Having an authentic tribal meal Buying tribal handicarafts, textiles or souvenir items Rangamati Traveller Quick Facts Administrative Division:  Chittagong Division Area:  6,116.13 km 2  (2,361.5 sq mi ) Population:  508,182 Airport:  Shah Amanat International Airport (IATA: CGP, ICAO: VGEG) Local Transport:  Cars, Bus, Scooter Tourist Season: Any Time Note: It is highly advisable that you book your tour with a reliable tour operator for safety reasons as occassionally problems happen in the Chittagong Hill Tracts We can arrange a safe trip to Rangamati for you. Rangamati , a small town located amongst the green hills, lakes and rivers of the Chittagong Hill Tracts. This is what makes it a prime...

Visit Bandarban Bangladesh

Visit Bandarban Bangladesh                              Bandarban : Bandarban is regarded as one of the most attractive travel destinations in Bangladesh. Famous for his Hill Tracts (Bandarban includes the three highest peak of Bangladesh— Tahjindong (or Bijoy 1280 meters), Mowdok Mual (or Saka Haphong 1052 m) and Keokradong(1230 m)) and natural beauty with a lots of verities birds (a heaven for the bird watchers), see lots of animals(this area are many   monkeys once lived here.) and so many waterfalls. Bandarban called the daughter of the mountain. Raikhiang Lake, the highest lake in Bangladesh is also found in Bandarban. Chimbuk peak and Boga Lake are two more highly noted features of the district. The scenic beauty will undoubtedly captivate your soul.  Bandarban  located in 9 km southeastern in Chittagong divis...