Easy Destination Blog http://www.easydestination.net/blog/ Travel, food, and drink, destination tips, family travel suggestions and recommendations from around the world on EasyDestination. en-us Nucleus CMS v3.51 ??? Weblog http://backend.userland.com/rss http://www.easydestination.net/blog//nucleus/nucleus2.gif Easy Destination Blog http://www.easydestination.net/blog/ Kashmir Tourism attracting tourists in large numbers http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=508 Kashmir Tourism is enjoying high numbers of tourists in state even before the beginning of tourist season. Tourism Department of Kashmir and State govt dubbed 2010 as "visit Kashmir" year, the move which has started to show its effect.
Kashmir Tourism
However there has been no official word on this but the tour operators in Kashmir have announced this year as the best so far for Kashmir Tourism. Tour Operators word has been supported by Hotel Industry which itself is saying to experience great occupancy this year.

Less violence is Kashmir valley and minor terror battles has strengthen tourists to travel Kashmir. In last few days numbers of arrivals has suddenly increased.

Kashmir usually starts to greet large volume of tourists with the opening of Tulip Garden in April and its tourist season peaks in June but with the looks of things, Kashmir will be overcrowded by tourists in June. Tour Operators are also trying their best to attract more tourists by offering attractive packages.

Skiing is Turning out to be the one of the major area of tourists attractions. By the looks of things Kashmir may very well challenge major skiing destinations like Switzerland, Italy in the future.

tags: , , , , , , , , ]]> kashmir tourismKashmirTourist ArrivalsTouristsForeign TouristsSkiing in KashmirTulip GardenTour Operators Travel News http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=508 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:03:41 +1030 Germany Tourism numbers dropped heavily last year http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=506 Germany Tourism department, numbers of Germans spending holidays abroad has sharply dropped in 2009. The reason behind this landslide is the recession in Germany.
Germany Tourism
Total numbers of Germans traveling abroad felt by 4.6 per cent to 67.2 millions last year. This number is not just a worry for Germany but lots of major tourist markets as well.

Germans preferred destinations are Spain, Italy, USA and Greece, with this drop all these destinations are set to suffer more loses in term of foreign tourists.

Spain will the worst hit if this trend continued since Germany is the biggest market for Spain. It gets almost 1/3 of tourists from Germany. Spain Tourism which is already hit hard in past couple of years must be praying that this trend won't continue this year. Spain recently saw some good numbers after 18 months which was primary due to German travelers.

Greece will be equally worried as well. Its suffering from major recession and Tourism Industry has suffered a major landslide. Numbers of foreign tourists in Greece shrinked by 1/3.

tags: , , , , , , ]]> Germany TourismItalyTouristsGreeceSpainForeign TouristsTravel News Travel News http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=506 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 06:35:01 +1030 Oslo International Festival of Church Music 2010 http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=504 Oslo aims to provide high-quality church music for the benefit of the public, the church and the city of Oslo. During the festival some of the most beautiful churches in the city of Oslo holds music performances by local and international artists. The annual church music festival will take place from 5 to 14th March
Oslo International Festival of Church Music 2010
The annual church music festival has been held annually since 2001. The festival was founded by Bente Johnsrud, who now serves as the artistic director. This international music festival helps strengthening and showcasing church music in Norway. In the last 10 years festival has offered various programmes and performances of high quality. This is the most visited classical music festival in Norway.

This year various talented singes and musicians from Paris, Venice, London and many other European cities are expected to perform during the festival. To find out more about the Oslo city and booking hotels Please Click Here

SCHEDULES:

9 March at 19.30 in Gamle Aker kirke:
"Organ, cello and voices" - Øystein Birkeland and Nils Henrik Asheim

10 March at 19.30 in Trefoldighetskirken:
Accademia Bizantina and Roberta Invernizzi - leader Stefano Montanari

11 March at 19.30 in Svenska Margaretakyrkan:
"Te Deum" by Gisle Kverndokk - The Norwegian Soloists' Choir, Oslo String Quartet and conductor

12 March at 19.30 in Svenska Margaretakyrkan:
"Christus", a silent film by Giulio Antamoro - Aaron Carpenè and Barokkanerne

12 March at 22.00 in Fagerborg kirke:
Anders Eidsten Dahl and Marius Hesby

13 March at 17.00 in Vestre Aker kirke:
"Te Deum" by Marc-Antoine Charpentier - Sølvguttene boys' choir and the Norwegian RAdio Orchestra

13 March at 19.30 in Trefoldighetskirken:
Händel's "Messias" - London Handel Orchestra & Singers and conductor Laurence Cummings

14. mars kl. 11.00 i Trefoldighetskirken:
The International Church Music Festival's anniversary high mass

14 March at 15.00 in Uranienborg kirke:
Organ concert with Inger-Lise Ulsrud

14 March at 19.30 in Uranienborg kirke:
Oslo Chamber choir, Sondre Bratland, Kirsten Bråten Berg and conductor Håkon Daniel Nystedtand Vertavo

For more details on the festival Please Click Here



tags: , , , , ]]> Oslo International Festival of Church MusicClassical MusicOsloNorwayTravel Event Travel Events http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=504 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:26:17 +1030 Domestic Tourists, Biggest resistance for Indian Tourism http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=502
India Tourism
When foreign tourists arrival in India fall up to 6 per cent, India's tourism sector was saved by domestic tourists numbers which grown almost 8 to 10 per cent. This is one major reason why India is showing stiff resistance in these worst time of global tourism industry.

India survived the worst of period where top tourist destinations like Spain, Greece, Italy all suffered major setbacks. Experts argue that India survived more on being a cheap travel destination but the fact of the matter is that if that was the case then foreign tourist numbers should not have collapsed in such a manner. Yes being a cheap destination certainly helped India but damaged was cut down by the Domestic tourists.

Even so that state like Goa is concentrating more on domestic tourists. India's 8 per cent economic growth and resistance to global recession saw more domestic tourists numbers. Due to low volume, all major tour operators and hotels reduced tariffs which encouraged more Indians to tour around India.

Its not just India, but Indian tourists are seeing as savior for many tourist destinations. Countries like Switzerland, Taiwan, Fiji are concentrating more to seduce Indian tourists.

tags: , , , , ]]> Indian TourismDomestic TouristsGlobal RecessionCheap Travel DestinationTravel News Travel News http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=502 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:55:33 +1030 Amitabh Bachchan to Promote Kerala Tourism http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=501 Gujarat Tourism now Kerala Tourism Ministry has invited one of India's biggest movie star "Amitabh Bachchan" to promote Kerala Tourism. Kerala state tourism has approached the superstar to become the Brand Ambassador of the state.
Amitabh Bachchan To Promote Kerala Tourism
Amitabh Bachchan is one of the biggest celebrity in India with fan following throughout the year. Kerala Tourism wants to take advantage of the fan following of the superstar to help revive the tourism in the state.

In his recent visit to Kerala, Amibath Bachachan was spelled by the splendid beauty of the state and showed his desire to promote tourism of Kerala. This is not the first time superstar has expressed such desire. Few months back Amitabh Bachchan also praised the Gujarat's Chief Minister Narendra Modi and offered to promote tourism of Gujarat which was gracefully accepted by the cheif minister.

Kerala Tourism authorities has sent a letter to Amitabh Bachchan requesting to promote state and now anxiously waiting for his response. They are hoping for a positive response from the superstar.

tags: , , , , , ]]> Amitabh BachchanKerala TourismGujarat TourismKeralaGujaratTravel News Travel News http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=501 Tue, 9 Mar 2010 13:28:39 +1030 Coney Island - Perfect Weekend Destination http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=499
Coney Island
From Easter to Memorial Day, the rides and the attractions are open mostly on weekends while it remains open the whole week beginning from Memorial to Labor Day and then open on weekends again until end of September.
However, this year around, Coney Island is to open on Memorial Day with two new amusement parks and 23 new rides which include roller coaster, human slingshot and go-karts.

The beach and boardwalk are open all throughout the year though the lifeguards are only present during the Memorial to Labor Day week. So for all those of you who might fancy a swim I suggest u be a bit cautious if you don't know how to swim.

Fireworks are sponsored by Cyclone Roller Coaster and Deno's Wonder Wheel Park on Friday nights at 9:30 pm from the last weekend of June to the Friday before Labor Day.

There's no shortage of places where u can eat and a recommended eateries are Coney's Island Surf and Turf which is relatively new but still better than most of the other places. Another is Nathan's Famous , which holds an annual hot dog eating contest on the 4th of July.

The only problem is that there is no lodging place in Coney Island although a few hotels are present in Sheepshead Bay , which is just a short distance away if you take a cab.All in all an excellent place for a perfect weekend getaway.


tags: , , , , , ]]> Coney IslandWeekend DestinationDisneylandCyclone Roller Coasteramusement parks Destination http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=499 Tue, 2 Mar 2010 07:39:07 +1030 The Health Benefits of Red Wine http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=497
Red Wine
Red Wine can reduce risk of cardiovascular diseases and heart attacks. Red Wine is also very useful in controlling cholesterol problems which ofter leads to Heart diseases.

Red wine also works as antioxidants,which helps in prevention of cellular damage. It can also prevent blood clotting, plaque in arteries. Many doctors recommend heart patients to drink Red Wine these days.

There are also signs that it can reduce the danger of tumor and cancer in human beings. However this isn't a excuse to consume Red Wine in high volume. Despite all these health benefits, consuming Red Wine excessively can cause several heath related problems. But drinking Red Wine in limited manner is surely very beneficial. So you don't need to run away next time you see a glass of Red Wine. Enjoy your Red Wine.

tags: , , ]]> Red WineWineHealth Benefits Food & Drinks http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=497 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 06:25:32 +1030 Finally some respite for Spain Tourism http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=496
Spain Tourism
Spain saw a modest growth of 1.1 percent in January 2010 with total numbers of foreign tourists reaching 2.54 million mark. Finally Spain Tourism guys can take a deep breath and hope this trend will continue in the near future. This news was not only good fr tourism industry but also for Spain Economy, which is also struggling for couple of years. Tourism industry makes up for 10 percent of the Spain's Economy.

Most of the gains for Spain came from neighboring European countries. Britain's love affair with Spain continued as it accounted one-fifth of all arrivals in January. However despite this numbers of Britain tourists in Spain fall by 8.1 percent. Germany became the second largest source of tourists for Spain with sharp rose of 6.3 per cent of tourists for the month of January.

Spain who till last year remained as the second most visited country till 2009 saw more than 11 per cent fall in last 2 years. Spain Tourism is believed to suffer from Global Economic Recession. But local tour operators believe that poor marketing and stiff competition from cheaper destinations like Egypt and Turkey are the prime reason.

tags: , , , , , , , , ]]> SpainSpain TourismTourists ArrivalTouristsCheap DestinationGermanyBritainTurkeyEgypt Travel News http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=496 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 06:05:09 +1030 S-Hertogenbosch Carnival http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=494 Netherlands especially in southern provinces of Brabant and Limburg.
s-Hertogenbosch Carnival
s-Hertogenbosch Carnival is named after the city s-Hertogenbosch which features the highlight of the carnival. The name of the city around the festivity changes to "Oeteldonk". The name comes from "Oetel"which means frog. In medieval times the city was surrounded by the swamps with lots of frogs.

The festival in known for "silly costumes, street parades, music, eating and drinking. The highlight of the festival is parade which comes to the town on Monday. The entire s-Hertogenbosch town enthusiastically celebrates the festival. If you are in Netherlands I would suggest you not to miss the s-Hertogenbosch Carnival.

tags: , , , , , , , , ]]> s Hertogenbosch CarnivalCarnival in NetherlandsFrog CityNetherlandsStreet ParadeTravel EventOeteldonkFsetivalParade Travel Events http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=494 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:00:17 +1030 For South Africa Tourism World Cup is Just a Beginning http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=493 South Africa tourism is not entirely relied on Soccer World Cup to boost tourism in the country. People are mistaken when think that South Africa is waiting for World Cup for last 2-3 years or so to revive tourism in the country.
South Africa Tourism
World Cup is part of the several steps South Africa tourism took in last few years to strengthen tourism. It all begin couple of years back with Miss World Contest, when South Africa put all its effort to somehow make the event help tourism in the country. Effects were positive, South Africa did get some boost from the Miss World contest.

But it didn't stopped here, after IPL couldn't be hosted in India due to General Elections, South Africa welcomed the tournament with arms wide open in the country. IPL helped South Africa in two ways. First, It cleared doubts of many people who believed that the country can't host a major event and second it did boost the tourism in the country.Tourism board used IPL very cleverly to gain attention.

Now World Cup is just another step for Tourism South Africa, they are making sure that the greatest soccer event of earth will bring fortune to the travel industry.

However they have already keeping 1 eye in the future. South Africa is trying to woo Indian Tourists and its working very closely with the Travel Industry to keep South Africa as a cheap destination to travel.

tags: , , , , , , , , ]]> South AfricaWorld CupSoccerIPLMiss WorldTourismCheap DestinationHotelsIndian Tourists Travel News http://www.easydestination.net/blog/index.php?itemid=493 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:39:27 +1030