Holiday In Dubai !!

Not so long ago Dubai was just a small fishing village where pearls were harvested from the sea – but since the discovery of oil that has all changed – and how!  It is fast becoming a major attraction to rival Disneyland or Las Vegas.  So, why not end the family dispute about your holiday destination and head for Dubai… Where beach lovers can tan, shoppers can shop, golfers can golf, and skiers and boarders can hit the slopes – all at the same time!  Skiing… In the desert?  Yes, the gigantic Mall of the Emirates houses Ski Dubai, the Middle East’s first indoor ski area – and it is huge. The skiing is on real snow with beginner runs, a black run, a Freestyle Zone for boarders and a snow park for kids and kidults to throw snowballs and play. What a great way to escape the desert heat for a while. No wonder they call it the ‘Coolest thing to do in Dubai’.
If a tight budget means setting aside cash for just one annual holiday, family squabbles may rage over a winter versus a summer trip.  As children, many of us listened in wide-eyed wonder to stories about Aladdin, Ali Baba and Sinbad and fantasized about mysterious and exotic, far-away lands. Why not bring those childhood fantasies to life and let Dubai’s sparkling magic fill your holiday order - and keep everyone happy!

Burj Al Arab

The skyline of modern Dubai graces glossy magazines and promotions everywhere as it continues to gain in popularity. The huge ‘sail’ of the impressive 321m high Burj Al Arab hotel (currently the tallest building in the world) is a fascinating sight by day or night - whether or not you can afford its all-suite luxury with chauffeur driven Rolls Royce and butlers.  If you look, the minarets and mosques are still there in Dubai, but are fast being overrun by the new resorts and high-rise buildings.
Arguably, many are calling Dubai the eighth wonder of the world… Well, the man-made Palm Islands are visible from space!  At the Atlantis Hotel on Palm Jumeirah it’s possible to stay in an underwater suite, have a dolphin experience, or slide through shark-infested waters. The three billion sq.ft. Dubailand, currently under construction, will include a host of amazing new attractions, including a Six Flags theme park.
An overview of the wonders of Dubai and the surrounding area can be seen with an aerial sightseeing tour by helicopter, hot-air balloon or seaplane.  The Wild Wadi waterpark, located between the Burj Al Arab and the famous, moated, beachside Jumeirah Beach Hotel has 30 exciting rides and slides, including an 80 kms/hr downhill rush on one 33 metre-high slide.
If you can’t live without your daily Starbucks then head for the Ibn Battuta Mall and top up with your favourite leaded or unleaded brew before heading for the shops.  The selection of shopping experiences is mind-boggling, including the Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Wafi City Mall and Deira City Center Mall.  A trip to the Gold Souk is a must, but make sure you know the price of gold and are prepared to haggle.  Bombard your senses with exotic aromas at the Spice Souk. For some culture head for the Dubai Museum, located within an old fort.  There is even camel racing during the day and thoroughbred racing at night.
A desert safari by 4WD over the dunes of the Arabian Desert is sure to be on the list of the fit and adventurous. Some tours take in a Bedouin meal experience, camel ride, belly dancer, and even a go at smoking the traditional hubbly-bubbly pipe.
Nature lovers are not forgotten in Dubai, with the oldest zoo on the Arabian Peninsula housing many species including desert fox, gazelle and flamingo, as well as many endangered species like Siberian tigers, Arabian wolves, wild cats, oryx, chimpanzee and gorillas. Dubai is also on the bird migration path between Europe, Africa and Asia so spring and autumn are great times to visit for bird-watchers.
Golfers will be teed off if they miss the Emirates Golf Club and home of the famous Dubai Desert Classic. But there are many other courses, including The Montgomerie and The Tiger Woods Dubai - a private golf resort and hotel with a course designed by the master himself.
Dubai is setting a lot of firsts, among them construction of an 80-storey luxury, ever-changing skyscraper featuring 80 apartments which rotate individually by each floor on a central column, powered by wind turbines and due for completion by 2010.
Whether or not Dubai is your idea of the perfect holiday, it almost seems believable that stories of the Arabian Nights were a prophecy which has come true.  With so much to do you may not know where to start, but, as in most major cities today, it’s easy to explore the city with a hop-on-hop-off bus tour.  A double-decker bus may not be quite as other-worldly as a magic carpet but at least it’s air-condtioned!

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Bangkok's Hip New Gallery Space

Bangkok's hottest hangout was actually born from "six months of despair and depression." After completing a course of curatorial studies and unable to renew her Rockefeller Foundation research funds, Somrak Sila wondered what she could do to "bring art closer to Thai people."

Knowing that "another commercial gallery wasn't the answer," Somrak, 32, and three partners created WTF, tel: (66-2) 662 6246. It's a hipster-filled, three-story bar, café, exhibition space and screening room — with a dance floor. The fledgling curator's only criteria: "A little avant-garde, something never seen before but not too difficult."

The seemingly obscene name was meant to admonish the infighting among local artists making up Somrak's first group show. But now harmony prevails. When a curfew during street protests closed much of Bangkok last year, WTF stayed open to become "a true refuge" for those in the Thonglor district, giving rise to the initials' current meaning: Wonderful Thai Friendships.

With her brainchild thriving beyond her wildest dreams, Somrak has just opened Opposite, a nearby performance space for ticketed events. In the meantime, WTF is proving there's much mileage left in the Thai formula of wrapping serious purpose, even edgy art, in sanuk, or fun.

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10 things to do when on holiday

A vacation is meant for fun, relaxation, and a break from the daily grind. There’s no “right” way to have a vacation, because people have different interests and needs. So here’s our Top 10 List for how to actually enjoy a vacation:

01. You don’t have to do things all together, all the time.

When visiting friends or relations, it may be easier on everyone to make it a day-trip rather than imposing by staying with them and then having to play Host and Guest. In fact, don’t feel that you have to go with anyone at all – it’s okay to spend money on yourself (that’s being self-centred, not selfish).

02. Schedule in lots of down time

 Vacations are for relaxing. Sometimes you need recovery time from travelling or adventuring specially if have problem like jet lag and so on.

03. Avoid crowds, if they’re stressful

You don’t have to stay in large hotels, drive on highways, or visit famous sights. Consider staying in a small town and making a day-trip to the Big City to see a sight and eat someplace special, and then flee back to your refuge to recharge. It’s a lot less hassle to have a “base camp” and only do the luggage hauling a couple of times, rather than every few days.

04. Pack stress-reduction gear

Things like your favourite pillow, headphones and music, fidget-widgets, sunglasses etc are good sensory interventions to reduce stress and bolster comfort.

05. Pack a hamper of favourite foods

That way you’ll be prepared when there’s “nothing good to eat” at restaurants or when you aren’t up to venturing out. Consider bringing a place-setting, including your favourite mug, bowl, plate, and utensils (knife-fork-spoon, chopsticks, paring knife, bottle opener, corkscrew, whatever). That way you won’t be forced to deal with Styrofoam, fragile sports, plastic mugs or anything else annoys the hell out of you. (Don’t forget a zipper baggie with a small bottle of dish soap/washing-up liquid and a sponge.)

06. Pack diversions or enticements

Solitary diversions are things such as reading material, or puzzle books for when you dine alone or simply want to be someplace public, but don’t want to attract the attentions of strangers who might want to chat you up. Enticements are low-risk social activities to engage strangers. (I’m sure the more extroverted readers can suggest what those might be…)

07. Balance the new and the true

Offset the novelties with the comforting favourites. Too much novelty is stressful. Charming B&Bs are fun, but it’s good to know that the dull but reliably accessible chain hotel is waiting for you that first night you’re there.

08. Build in buffers

Aim for a deadline-free day before leaving, without employment or appointments. This is likely damn near impossible, but the fewer things left for the day before, the less stress you’ll accumulate before you even leave. Because major altitude changes or jetlag really affect me, I don’t plan on doing anything that needs major physical or mental effort the first day of my arrival. Just the packing and getting there is plenty of work.

09. Keep a packing list in your suitcase

I invariably forget something when I’m packing, frequently one or more of the same something I forget each time. So I started keeping a packing list in my suitcase, that logical and inescapable safe place. Its miserable being far from home and realizing you have cold toes but not your fluffily slippers. (I also find I forget fewer things if I pack all the ingredients for an outfit, socks-underwear-slacks-belt-shirt-jacket/sweater, rather than random collections of slacks, shirts and so on.)

10. Go do what YOU enjoy, not necessarily traditional holiday activities

I’ve been known to take photographs of bridges, pavement, and odd architectural bits around cities more so than famous sights like Parliament. Well, that’s my list. On this trip we learned something important: make sure that the place we’re staying has internet access. Have a nice holiday...

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Most romantic places in Ireland

Whether you’re just starting out in a new relationship or have been together for years, the beautiful emerald isle has plenty to offer couples in search of romantic ambience.  Here are some of our favourites… 

County Donegal 
With some of the most breathtaking scenery for miles, Donegal is in a class of its own when it comes to evoking romance. No wonder it’s such a popular destination for weddings. Stroll along the beaches, go horse riding together or just take in the stunning mountain views. Accommodation-wise there’s something for every budget. Camp or rent a caravan by the beach, hire a self-catering chalet or book into B&B or luxury hotel.

Kinsale, County Cork
This picturesque village located on the mouth of the River Bandon makes an ideal countryside retreat.  Only 5.5 miles outside the city of Cork, it’s just right for a relaxing and romantic overnight getaway. Marvel at the amazing architecture, tuck in to a traditional Irish meal at one of the many restaurants or pubs and enjoy some traditional Irish music and dancing. Simply joyous! 

Bunratty Castle, County Clare
For lovers of medieval history, there can be few experiences more romantic than spending time together at a genuine 15th century fortress. Enjoy a traditional medieval banquet with musicians and authentic food just as though you were members of the medieval court. You might even be moved to persuade a wandering minstrel to serenade your loved one.  Or even pop the question! 

Yeats Country, County Sligo
It’s hard to see how the inspirational territory for many of romantic poet WB Yeats seminal works, could fail to impress a loved one. Find yourselves immersed in the poet’s eloquent words as you explore all that Yeats country has to offer from Lough Gill and Dooney rock to Glencar Lake to Drumcliffe where he was eventually laid to rest. 

Killarney, County Kerry
With its beautiful lakes and waterfalls, Killarney certainly delivers the ‘wow’ factor for couples after a spot of fun. Pack a picnic, hire a horse drawn carriage- locally referred to as a ‘jaunting car’ and take a tour of this spectacularly scenic locale. Take a boat trip and enjoy a tour or Lough Lein and visit the Killarney National Park to see amazing wildlife, flora and fauna. 

Cliff of Moher, County Clare
These incredible almost sheer vertical cliffs of up to 213 meters in height are a sight of immense beauty. Hold hands and take in the view across the Atlantic ocean - if the weather’s clear you can see as far as Galway Bay. Watch sea birds including the Atlantic Puffin in their native environment. Enjoy windswept walks over the cliffs themselves and lap up some hearty pub grub come the evening. 

Dublin city, County Dublin
If country walks and scenery aren’t your thing, head to Dublin for a romantic city break. This bustling city has so much in the way of art galleries, theatres, pubs, clubs and parks, you’ll not lack for something to do. Our tip – visit the relics of St Valentine himself housed in the Whitefriar Street Church to add a extra sprinkle of romance to your trip.