Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket

The 20th annual Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards sees Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket further establish its position as one of the world’s best resorts. Voted within the Top 10 resorts in Asia, this survey is based on the most rigorous and respected selection of the best the world has to offer.

Set against a dazzling backdrop of bright white sand and sparkling indigo lagoons, Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket offers endless recreational opportunities. The resort offers 424 luxuriously appointed rooms including 128 Grande villas and ten dining and entertainment venues.The 18-hole Laguna Phuket Golf Club is designed to challenge golfers of all abilities, with lagoons, coconut groves, undulating fairways, and an island green.

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Malaysia International Gourmet Festival

It will be a showdown of world-class chefs as they showcase the best of their culinary delights in the Malaysia International Gourmet Festival 2007.

The Festival, held from 2 - 29 November will see chefs from several hotels, notably residing in Malaysia, dishing out their skills in preparing a wide range of cuisine, from Chinese and Pan-Asians to Japanese, French, Mediterranean, Thai and Italian. The culinary delights may be highlighted in the festival, but continuance sampling of their skills can carry on for the rest of the year!

For almost a month, Malaysia's finest restaurants offer exclusive menus, promotions and events that will tempt even the most discerning connoisseur. This year a record of 30 Malaysia's best Master Chefs and restaurants combine throughout November to present a smorgasbords of special menus at unbeatable prices.

Among the participating restaurants are Avanti (Italian), Bossa Nova (Brazilian), Chalet (Swiss), Chynna (Hong Kong), The Emperor (Chinese), Enak KL (Malay), Genji (Japanese), Gobo (Italy), Le Francais (French) and a host of others.

Held annually since 2001, it is an event that brings together Malaysia's top restaurants and now it is firmly established as Malaysia's premier fine dining event.

Malaysia International Gourmet Festival (MIGF2007)
Date : Nov 2 - 29 2007
Venue : Various hotels in Kuala Lumpur
Website : http://www.migf.com/

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Koh Samui in short - World paradise

Koh Samui ranks undoubtedly among Thailand’s most picturesque and beautiful island destinations. The island is geographically positioned in the pleasant Gulf of Thailand approximately 53 miles from Surat Thani and 435 miles from the Thai capital.

It is the Gulf’s biggest and after Koh Chang and Phuket, the country’s third largest island. Samui is nicknamed the ‘coconut island’ due to the huge amount of present coconut palms. The island produces monthly over two million coconuts.

This popular holiday destination’s chief sight is definitely its tranquil environment, which boasts stunning mountainous jungle areas, an abundance of exotic ferns, gently waving coconut palms, superb sandy white beaches, crystal clear warm waters, soothing ponds, granite boulders, and breathtakingly beautiful waterfalls.

Being blessed with so many gorgeous attractions explains why travellers, especially Europeans, visit this paradise throughout the entire year. The laid-back Na Thian Butterfly Garden is a must-see and positioned on the island’s southern part. Nature enthusiasts will be delighted, while observing the garden’s numerous types of wonderfully coloured butterflies.

In addition, the attraction also contains a bee house, typical Thai style house and a lush tropical garden. Wua Ta Lap ranks among Samui Island’s star attractions, which features a jaw-dropping cave. Arguably the island’s most prominent sight is the golden, 12 metres high statue of the Big Buddha. You can find the statue on Koh Samui’s northern part. It will not be difficult to find the enormous Buddha as it can be seen from a far distance.

The surrounding area also offers several fascinating localities. The photogenic Hin Ta Hin Yai is created out of two famous granite stones, which dominate the shoreline’s many other eye-opening rock formations. The two rock’s names in Thai mean Grandmother and Grandfather. The Samui Aquarium offers a day out for the entire family and houses many species of tropical fish and magnificent marine fauna.

Other must-see attractions in the area include Thale Nai. This enchanting garden is wonderfully surrounded by mountains and houses an interesting collection of religiously important Hindu and Buddhist statues. Off course Samui is incredibly renowned for its excellent beach areas such as Bophut, Chaweng, Maenam and Lamai Beach, all of them offering a wide range of adventurous activities including: off shore fishing, sailing and boating, some of the country’s best diving, snorkelling and swimming.

Holidaymakers will find several awesome waterfalls here such as the Namuang. For those preferring to stay on land, Samui also offers an outstanding and professional bowling facility. Holidaying shooting fanatics will definitely appreciate the available Shooting Gallery, which provides a choice of different guns along with live ammunition. At Chaweng dare-devils have the option of trying an adrenaline pumping bungy jump. Also most pleasurable is the island’s nightlife scene.

There a great choice of relaxing beach bars, several cabaret venues and good music pubs. If you’re into Thai kickboxing than there’s the option to attend a match. Gastronomists will love the Thai cooking courses under the supervision of some nationally acclaimed Thai cooks. The mighty elephants on the island offer visitors an unforgettable and adventurous trekking experience.

Koh Samui is well-known for its quality spa treatments while the Treasure Island Adventure Golf Course is a fun-filled attraction for young and old. The island has plenty of accommodation options on offer. Establishments vary from first-class hotels, charming bungalows and comfortable ocean view villas to more budget priced lodging facilities. It is highly recommended for budget minded travellers to pre-book accommodation online. The majority of the better booking services on the internet offer discounted rates!

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Bali Fashion Week - 22 to 25 Nov 2007

Bali Fashion Week is an international event aimed at promoting the textile Industry, garments, accessories, handbags, shoes and jewelery to the world in order to help the Indonesian government in economic development and growth.

Bali Fashion Week is a mix of art and fashion where they collide for an event filled with street carnivals and fashion shows by international designers. Awards for best design will be announced at the end of street carnivals.

The next Bali Fashion Week will be held on November 22-25, 2007 at the Kartika Plaza Hotel in Bali, Indonesia. For more info or to preregister click here.

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