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Interview with Joe Sidek, father of George Town Festival

March 19, 2021 by Teh Chin LiangLeave a Comment

Joe Sidek is the Chairman of the Federation for Asian Cultural Promotion. He was the Festival Director of George Town Festival (GTF) (2010-2018), Butterworth Fringe Festival (BFF), and the Rainforest Fringe Festival (RFF)(206-2018).  In 2010, he founded the George Town Festival - an annual event  to commemorate George Town being inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 2010 event that showcased the heritage and cultural history of George … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Architecture, Asia, Beach, China, Culinary travel, Culture, Drinking, Festival, Food and Wine, Garden, History, Interview, Malaysia, Museum, Rainforest, Restaurants

National Harbor Celebrates Cherry Blossoms, March 20 to April 11

March 10, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., Feb. 25, 2021— National Harbor has become known for its spring display of hundreds of cherry trees lining the waterfront. The trees bloom each year in March and are some of the earliest blooms in the D.C. region. To celebrate the spectacular display, National Harbor is hosting a Cherry Blossom Celebration beginning March 20 through April 11. The water taxi, opening just in time, is a great way to view the blossoms from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, Culture, Festival, Flowers, Maryland, Resort, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Sushi, Taxi

Dubai, One of World’s Great Urban Attractions

February 7, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

While not one of the world's largest by population cities, Dubai certainly warrants great attention due to its rapid rise from being a sleepy fishing village to now home to some of planet's most iconic attractions. My visit to Dubai was a number of years ago - the city was surely much smaller then, but still, the city felt overwhelming. As one of the great cities in the Middle East it offers non stop or one stop connection flights from most … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Desert, Dubai, Europe, Festival, Fishing, Germany, Markets, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip, Tallest Building, Village, Walking tour

Exploring Clarksdale, By Water and On Land

January 20, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

CLARKSDALE, MISSISSIPPI–The wide expanse of the Mississippi Delta beckons many a traveler to take to the road and explore. In Clarksdale, there is a persuasive calling to get off the road and take advantage of the many ways to experience Coahoma County’s outdoor adventures. An unassuming Delta town like no other, Clarksdale, Mississippi, sits 70 miles south of Memphis and approximately 50 miles west of I-55, near the northwest border with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Arkansas, Art, Bicycle, Coffee, Country Music, Culinary travel, Culture, Drinking, Festival, Fishing, Food and Wine, Golf, History, Mississippi, Museum, Music, Photography, Restaurants, River Rafting

The Spirit of Columbia

January 10, 2021 by Dave1 Comment

COLUMBIA, MO - Columbia has a reputation for world-class festivals, big-time collegiate sporting events and outstanding outdoor recreation. There's always a palpable feeling of excitement as the city does everything in style. And, that's no different for Columbia's burgeoning hand-crafted beverage industry, which includes acclaimed microbreweries, distilleries, a cidery and an award-winning large-scale winery. "Like many destinations, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Beer, Drinking, Festival, Film, Food and Wine, Missouri, Music, Nightlife, Restaurants, Village, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

Stuart Every – CEO and Founder of Dolphin Creative

December 9, 2020 by Teh Chin LiangLeave a Comment

I met Stuart Every about two years ago at China House in Georgetown, Penang. He struck me as humble and unassuming, with a naturally calm demeanor. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about street arts industry. At the end of our meet up, I knew in my heart that I needed to interview him one day. Stuart has been a producer for 30 years. Since the age of 18, he has worked across multiple production genres including music, theatre, ballet, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Art, China, Dolphin, Dubai, Festival, Garden, Interview, Journey, Key West, London, Malaysia, Markets, Music, New York City, Walking tour

Five Gorgeous European Destinations to Visit

November 29, 2020 by Faisal ButtLeave a Comment

Tourists are searching for places away from the crowded cities. We are longing for nature, large open spaces, and, more importantly, freedom. Itineraries have changed for international travelers, and cities hardly end up on travel lists. Globe trotters are preferring places with pinewood forests and large tracts of farmland over the glitz and glamour of city life. Europe has a lot more to offer than malls or Victorian architecture. You can … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Architecture, Beach, Bicycle, Cell Phone, Chile, Europe, Farming, Festival, Fishing, Food and Wine, Hiking, History, Italy, Mountain Climbing, Music, National Park, Portugal, Resort, Scuba Diving

Under The Radar: Louisiana Is One of the USA’s Off-The-Beaten-Track Destinations

November 12, 2020 by Chloe SunderlandLeave a Comment

America is home to some of the world’s biggest and best tourist destinations: Disney World, the Grand Canyon, Times Square and the Rockefeller Center to name a few. However, there are some places in the US that might just offer something a little bit different. Off the beaten track are some small towns outside New Orleans, which itself is quite a famous place for Mardi Gras, amongst other things. Lafayette, approximately a two-hour drive from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Canyon, Casino, Culture, Festival, Food and Wine, Grand Canyon, History, Louisiana, Mardi Gras, Music, New Orleans, Times Square

International Festival of Santa Lucía Brings Mexican Art and Culture Home

November 1, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

The show must go on for Mexico's International Festival of Santa Lucía The 27-day cultural event goes digital and offers the opportunity to enjoy lineup from the comfort of home Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico - - The Santa Lucia International Festival, which started on the 11th of October, has reaffirmed its position as one of the largest cultural events in Latin America with a 27-day program scheduled to broadcast performances by over 300 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, Culture, Festival, Mexico, Technology

AREA15 in Las Vegas Announces Grand Opening Today

September 17, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

LAS VEGAS (September, 2020) – AREA15, the world's first purpose-built experiential art and entertainment complex will open its doors at 6 p.m. on Sept. 17, 2020. Guests wishing to be among the first to experience the ground-breaking complex should register here for available time slots on opening weekend Sept. 17, 18, 19 and 20 and moving forward. Sept. 17 marks the initial phase of AREA15's rolling opening, which will see the ongoing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Art, Boston, Chocolate, Desert, Drinking, Festival, Food and Wine, Ice Cream, Music, New York City, Romantic, Shopping Mall, Singapore, Technology, Volcano

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