Monthly Archives: July 2014

Visit Dubai for Tasting a Slice of Shopping for Eid at Ramadan Night Market

In few days from now, the world will start celebrating the sacred month of Ramadan. And Dubai which is known for its dynamic culture and diverse community will start flaunting its spiritual as well as festive side.  During this time of the year Dubai entices scores of travellers to book flights to this dazzling city. A good number of events take place during this time. One such event is Ramadan Night Market, which is scheduled to take place at Dubai World Trade Centre from 17th to 27th July. The market is emerging as one of the most popular Ramadan markets in the world and opens to general public without entry tickets.

Retailers from various part of the world are participating in this market. In addition, the diverse market also attracts a good number of tourists. While strolling around, you would come across various counters offering an array of items ranging from electronics, perfumes, garments, leather, jewellery, art & crafts and spectacular souvenirs.

This annual event is much more than shopping and an opportunity for foreign tourists to meet locals and know more about their culture and admire the way they shop. For families with kids, Kids Play Area is a must visit attraction. Children can indulge in variety of activities such as face painting, bouncy castles, sand painting and indoor rides.

Although Ramadan is the fasting month but if you rate food over shopping, even then you can contemplate visiting this market. Epicureans who have booked tickets aboard flights to visit Dubai during Ramadan can hit the Food Pavilion here and choose dishes from an extensive multi-cuisine menu. Popular restaurants such as Al Casa Corner and Barbecue Bites Restaurant will showcase their culinary delights.

Health and Beauty Bay is another section, which is sure to create an urge in ladies with the presence of most prominent brands in the beauty industry. Several companies are going to launch their products here and will be offering free trials and demos. To get more updates on Ramadan Night Market, browse through their official website.

Three of the Best Motorcycle Rallies in the World That Real Bikers Dream of Exploring

There are people who ride bikes to simply commute to their destination. And then there are some who ride to reach nowhere, to get lost in nature, explore the world or simply because they are passionate about and absolutely love riding. If you fall under the second category and drive to satiate your passion for bikes, you cannot miss few rallies. Here are just three of the best motorcycle rallies in the world that true blue bikers must visit.

Laconia Motorcycle Week

Being annually organized over 90 years, Laconia Motorcycle Week is one of the oldest and largest motorcycle Festivals. A large number of bikers from around the world arrive here only to be a part of this amazing event; not to forget hordes of biking fans who book flight tickets to see the adrenaline pushing activity. The event starts from the Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire and there is no shortage of activities around. If you are planning on participating in this event, it is advisable to book hotels in advance.

Daytona Bike Week

Daytona Bike Week by DeusXFlorida / CC BY

Daytona Bike Week by DeusXFlorida / CC BY

If adrenaline pumping parties, great food and tons of activities are what you are after, Daytona Bike Week is not to be missed. Thousands to bikers participate in this event every year after their impatient wait for the ‘date’ ends. One of the unique aspects of the event is a number of people who decide to get married here! What could be more exciting for biking lovers to tie the eternal knot at a popular event such as this; and if you are getting any ideas, we wish you all the best. There is a lot to do and see here.

Thundersprint

Thundersprint by Chris Hopkins / CC BY

Thundersprint  by Chris Hopkins / CC BY

Thundersprint is one of the largest rallies in Europe and takes pride in drawing a large number of bikers every year. It is a two day event of complete fun. Sprint races, cavalcades, trade stands and countless other activities are organized here. One of the best parts of this event is that it is organized keeping every type of crowd in mind thus creating a very friendly atmosphere. It is advised to book accommodations in advance as at the time of the event the venue gets really packed.

Good Food and Wine Show 2014 is Here to Spread a Zeal of Taste in Perth, Australia

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After creating an enigmatic buzz in Melbourne and Sydney, Good Food and Wine Show is ready to rock the city of Perth from 11th to 13th July. If you have already booked flights to this magnificent Australian city, do consider being a part of this event to start your weekend with a bang! Wine tasting and food gorging are not the only aspects of this show, its grandeur stretches to numerous colourful activities that allow visitors to learn more about food, ingredients, beverages and enjoy to the core. Here’s brief information about this event, which is one of the most notable food and wine shows in the world.

The Venue

This event is scheduled to take place at Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre (PCEC) which is easily accessible by car, bus as well as train. This centre features parking with a capacity of 1500 cars. Travellers who are opting to travel by train can buy tickets for Esplanade Train Station, just a few steps away from PCEC. Those who are travelling by bus  can get down at Esplanade Busport.

Entry Tickets

Travellers grabbing tickets for this show get an access to Good Food Theatre, Riedel Wine Theatre, WA Artisan Lane, Laucke Creative Kitchen and Cheese Alley.

Good Food Theatre

This facility will host the event’s major action. You can watch your favourite TV Chefs as well as restaurateurs flaunting their extraordinary skills while preparing a delicious 3-course meal. You would not mind jotting down expert tips by popular chefs such as Matt Moran, Miguel Maestre and Maggie Beer.

Cheese Alley

Cheese tasting is one of the most unique aspects of this event. Tucker’s Natural Cheese Alley allows you to taste numerous varieties of cheese made from the milk of goats, cows and water buffaloes.

Riedel Wine Theatre

Travellers disembarking flights at Perth can visit Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre to taste some of the best wines in the world. Enrol for wine appreciation class and get introduced to six types of wines. Besides classes, there are numerous sessions conducted by the industry experts.

A Peek into the Beautiful and Picturesque Hagley Park, Christchurch

The beautiful country of New Zealand, adorned with the bounties of nature, also has its fair share of man-made attractions and thereby entices tourists to book tickets for this destination. One such place is Hagley Park, which was created by the government with a view to entertain and engage many people for ages. This park is situated in Christchurch and its premises are graced by the beautiful Avon River.

Exotic Flora

Tourists arriving on flights to New Zealand make it a point to include Hagley Park in their itineraries. The park teems with a profusion of exotic blooms and the garden path is laced with many such patches. The park is also adorned with the delicate blooms of the cherry trees in the spring season.

Boat Rides

The Antigua Boat Shed lets tourist hire boats and cruise through the calm waters of the Avon. These boat rides are much coveted by the tourists who book tickets to visit the park with their friends and families and who wish to experience the serenity that surrounds the park.

Man-Made Wonders

The park also houses some amazing man-made attractions like the World Peace Bell and the Peacock Fountain. The beauty of these artefacts is enhanced by the scenic beauty of the park. Tourists take delight in the incredible combination of the natural and the artificial as they find the experience worth the money spent on flights.

Events and Festivals

Hagley Park at Christchurch hosts a number of events and festivals which are enjoyed by tourists and locals alike. Owing to the large size of the park, and its pristine scenic beauty, Hagley Park is considered to be a suitable place for a large congregation of people. The merry-making and inclusion of one and all can be seen in festivals like the World Buskers Festival. Many performers from varied parts of the world come to New Zealand to enliven the spectators at Hagley Park with their creative, innovative and hilarious acts and shows.

Sports

The park, which also happens to be one of the largest in the country, is also favoured by the sporty kinds. The park has a golf club and long stretches of cycling tracks which is bound to gladden the hearts of tourists.

The beauty of Hagley Park is too valuable and exclusive to be missed.

Most Reliable City Guides to Download Before Boarding Flights

Gone are the days when you required the bulky tour guides to explore the main attractions and local sites of your holiday destination. But today with the advent of online and offline city guides, you just need a smart phone to download any of the following city guides for easily searching the key landmarks. These are handy and very much updated. Have a look!

World Travel Guide

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Holidaymakers can make use of this online resource to know about every aspect of place. From the key airports and from the best time to visit to popular attraction, these guides are updated with everything but the kitchen sink. Its mobile app is developed by Triposo and is available on all major platforms such as iOS and Android.  Holidaymakers taking flight to their desired destination just need to select the city and the application suggests the major attractions. It also tells the distance between your current location and particular attraction in addition to approximate time to reach there. Just download it once and use it anywhere irrespective of the availability of the Internet.

World Explorer

This is another top rated travel guide for travellers buying tickets aboard flights to enjoy their holidays almost anywhere in the world. It automatically detects the location and suggests nearby attractions and activities to indulge in. One of the most profound highlights of this city guide is its full length articles that give an insight into a particular site along with its pictures. No matter whether you own an iPad or an Android device, you can always own this app.

City Guide Catalog

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TripAdvisor is one website that almost every traveller checks before spending pounds on air tickets for their next trip. This website is notable for reviews on top rated attractions, activities, hotels and restaurants. But not every traveller is aware about their app known as City Guide Catalog. It is available for free and can be used offline as well. Before boarding flights to your next excursion consider updating this app (which is also free) to use an enhanced version.