Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Bacolod City's New Government Center


The dream of a new government center was initiated by former Mayor Evilio "Bing" Leonardia. The 5 hectare lot located at the Circumferential Road Area was donated by the family of Don Padoc Gonzaga in 2006 and construction immediately started in December 28, 2006, exactly 6 months after the finalization of the papers. Over the past years, it has served as a venue for special holiday events and entertainment shows sponsored by the city government. In fact, the former Mayor made his state of the city address (SOCA) last September 8, 2008 in NGC. More recently, a government sponsored mass wedding was held last Valentine 's Day and also the celebration of the annual Masskara festival was held here.

Does Your Chamber of Commerce Have a 'Fun Things To Do' Website Page?


Not long ago, I was discussing Chamber of Commerce website designs with a website consultant. He had an interesting take on all of this, first he noted something I've always thought; "most of the chamber websites and internet presence is lacking clarity, direction, simplicity, depth, and they clearly don't understand the realities of social networking. For all of these reasons they end up doing a disservice to both their members and to the consumers who come to those websites hoping to support community minded companies. Okay so, let's talk.

Let's Get To Know More About Dubai's Cultural Essence



Tourism to Dubai has escalated considerably in the recent times. Not only are people, from close-by countries, visiting this city to gape at its unbelievable infrastructural development, but tourists from the developed world are also thronging this city. What could be the reason for this? Few people would want to believe that Dubai's infrastructure is what attracts people from the developed world. With regions of Canada, USA, UK and other countries being embellished with top notch infrastructure, sky scrapers can compel tourists to take a long distance flight. So, what is it? What differentiates Dubai more than its visual appeal is the undeniable essence of its culture. This is that element of Dubai that would never leave your memories.



Explore the culture of Dubai through a City-ride!

If one delves into the history of Dubai, one would realize it was anciently known to be a trading centre for spices and jewellery. It was occupied by people who were pearl divers and the ones who traded spices, silks and other precious metals. It was such trading which would bring many business travellers to the city. They used to come here to consummate their transactions. However, as time passed by, Dubai transformed itself from ancient spice trader to a modern city which boasted of infrastructure which wasn't less than any other developed country. Tall sky scrapers were matched with great roads and some impregnable systems. It was at this time that Dubai converted itself into a tourist destination, one which is still very popular because of the same reasons.

3 Interesting Facts About Madrid That You Surely Didn't Know


Many people know the most common facts and legends about Madrid: it's the capital city of Spain since the mid-16th century, the third-largest city in the European Union after London and Berlin. And, as any traveller is told in a typical tour Madrid's art galleries and museums are considered the some of the world's finest collections of art.

10 Free Things to Do in Bristol



bristol is a beautiful city and there are a plethora of things to do there for free. Most people know about the Clifton Suspension Bridge, but there is so much more about Bristol!

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

The High Rising New York

New York is a city that is chiefly characterized by skyscrapers and high rises. If one happens to take a complete overview of the city, one will only come across the tip of several multi-storey buildings rising in the city every other day. The whole city is surrounded by water bodies and comprises of several towering buildings which seems to be the only attraction of this place.

Monday, October 7, 2013

Las Vegas Shows - A Guide To Finding The Most Famous Shows In Las Vegas

There are so many shows in Las Vegas that it would be very hard to cover all of them in one article. But we can let you know about the most famous and widely recommended spectacles that this amazing city has to offer. Some of them have been favorites for many years and others are newer additions, but they all have excellence of entertainment in common.

Sunday, October 6, 2013

San Juancito, Honduras - A Gem and a Tragedy

Nestled in a beautiful wooded mountain valley on the north side of La Tigra National Park about an hour's drive northeast of Tegucigalpa, San Juancito began it's career around 1880 when mining investors revived the old Spanish gold and silver diggings from the 16th century. With outside investment the town boomed and the mines continued to extract gold and silver from the mountainside until the 1950's. Miners were well paid by local standards, and their families enjoyed the best in schools and medical facilities.

Friday, October 4, 2013

Shopping in the Flea Market of Athens in Greece

Monastiraki gets its name from the monastery that used to stand on this square in central Athens. Anything less monastic these days it would be hard to imagine, especially on a Sunday morning when crowds flock to the weekly flea market that starts here and flows through the streets around. Monks would perhaps avert their gaze from the stalls selling second-hand copies of Playboy and Penthouse and browse instead at the one right next door which has beads, Bibles and candles. The sacred and the profane are neighbours in these Athenian streets.

Thursday, October 3, 2013

Ten Of Snowdonia's Most Interesting Churches

Many of Snowdonia's churches, though of medieval or later construction, were founded in the 'age of saints' - roughly, the 5th and 6th centuries. They've survived attacks from Viking invaders and English kings, neglect, and the passage of time - yet still live to tell their tales which, if stones could speak, would be numerous and fascinating.

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

The Best of Hidden Coconut Grove: Miami City Hall and Scotty's Landing

Like to take an outing along Biscayne Bay in Miami with a little bit of culture and a lot of great food? A visit to Miami's iconic city hall followed by a stop at Scotty's Landing may be just what you're looking for.

Tuesday, October 1, 2013

The Glitzy Parks of Chicago

There is no doubt about the fact that Chicago, Illinois is one of the most prevalent and exciting holiday spots in all of North America. Forbes magazine affirms that Chicago's Navy Pier is the tenth highly visited tourist spot in the United States of America. For the more sophisticated, or those who just grasp the actual beauty, the Art Institute of Chicago plunks out as Chicago's most chosen destinations. Situated in beautiful Grant Park, its abode too many world-famous paintings, together with works by artiste such as Andy Warhol. It's also world-renowned for the number of impersonator works.