The 5 Best Winter Cruise Destinations

By Nicole Yi, Popsugar If you're looking to get away this Winter, cruises are really the way to go. Enjoy your vacation without having to worry about accommodations and food (most lines are all-inclusive!) while getting to explore multiple destinations...

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8 Reasons to Visit the Great Wall of China at Least Once in Your Lifetime

By Samantha O'Brochta, PopsugarOne of the greatest wonders in the world lies in China. The Great Wall was named that for a good reason. It's huge, it's epic, and it's the perfect bucket-list destination to put at the top of your list if you have a chance. With travel becoming...

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2018 Parkes Elvis Festival wraps up

Elvis has left the building.... Yesterday was the last day of the 2018 Parkes Elvis Festival. A record number of people enjuyed a full program of concerts and displays. Accommodation was booked out in Parkes and surrounding towns, so if you intend to come to next years Elvis Festival I sugest you book your accommodation as soon as possible so that...

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3 FABULOUS PERFORMERS ALL SET TO STAR IN SLEEPING BEAUTY A KNIGHT AVENGER’S TALE

Director and Producer, Bonnie Lythgoe is thrilled to announce she has cast three of the roles to star in SLEEPING BEAUTY – “A KNIGHT AVENGER’S TALE” when it opens at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre playing from 29 June to 8 July and then moving to Sydney’s State Theatre from 13 to 22 July. One of Australia’s favourite and most versatile performers...

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Clipper Race fleet to arrive in Whitsundays within hours

Clipper Round the World Yacht RaceIt is now just a few hourss until the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet arrives in the Whitsundays.Expected arrival times have been put back due to the challenging weather conditions of the southern states, with the first yachts now expected to arrive on Tuesday (January 16).A tight finish is predicted, with...

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CURIO COLLECTION HOTEL OPENS IN SYDNEY

Australia's first Curio Collection by Hilton hotel was opened in Sydney today by the NSW Minister for Tourism and Major Events Adam Marshall, and offers visitors stylish accommodation next to the city's newest waterfront leisure and commercial precinct, Barangaroo.Located on Sussex Street, the new-build West Hotel Sydney features 182 stylish guest...

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Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Winner Annouced

Anthony Petrucci (left)The winner of the Elvis Tribute Artist contest at the Parkes Elvis Festival was announced yesterday afternoon.From the original entrants who performed on Friday afternoon, 8 were selected to go on to yesterday afternoons grand final competition.The first prize was awarded to Anthony Petrucci. 2nd place went to Brody Finlay (the...

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Ben Thompson- Elvis Tribute Artist wows audiences in Australia

Ben ThompsonBen Thompson, the young Elvis Tribute Artist from the U.K. is the featured artist at this years Parkes Elvis Festival.He has been wowing audiences with booked out shows at the Parkes Leagues Cub by his energetic and heartfelt Elvis songs.He delighted ladies in the audience by inviting them to the front of the stage so he could kiss...

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Parkes Elvis Festival Street Parade

Twinkle Toes ...The Northparkes Mines Street Parade is the major annual highlight of the Parkes Elvis Festival.It was held yesterday to the delight of thousands of onlookers. Elvis-themed floats, Elvis and Priscilla look-a-likes, vintage and classic cars, motorcycles and marching bands down the length of Clarinda Street from Bushman...

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Visit 10 of the Happiest Places in the World

By Ariana Dickson, PopsugarWhat does it mean to be happy? Some say its having a sense of purpose or feeling financially secure while others believe its in being present or spiritually fulfilled. Whatever it may be, there are certain cities around the world that seem to have...

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Soneva Kiri Invites You To Discover Koh Kood In Thailand

When looking for a unique experience for your next trip consider Soneva Kiri in Thailand. Those who book a stay in March of next year will receive complimentary experiences to discover the hidden secrets of the Thai island, Koh Kood.While Koh Kood is Thailand's fourth largest,...

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7 Healthy Travel Destinations You Should Add to Your Bucket List

By Ariana Dickson, PopsugarChemicals are out and all-natural everything is in. There's a surging urge to eat, live, and play better these days. However chaotic the world may seem, there's a rising number of us who are yearning for inner peace in favor of healthier physical...

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Parkes Elvis Festival - SUNDAY14 January 2018

Elvis Central Elvis Central 8.30AM TO 5PM, 203 Clarinda StFURTHER DETAILS HEREFestival Markets 9AM TO 4PMCooke ParkFURTHER DETAILS HEREThe King’s Castle Elvis Exhibit & Parkes Motor Museum9AM TO 5PM, Henry Parkes Centre, Newell Hwy, TicketedFURTHER DETAILS HEREHenry Parkes Museum & Antique Machinery Collection9AM TO 4.30PM, Newell...

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Quang Ninh to host 100 events during National Tourism Year

Up to 100 events will be held throughout 2018 in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh as part of the National Tourism Year.The provincial People’s Committee unveiled a plan for the National Tourism Year 2018 – Ha Long – Quang Ninh on December 27.The events will be organised by Quang Ninh, some other provinces and cities and the Ministry of Culture,...

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Parkes Elvis Festival 2018 in Full Swing

Elvis performer and dancers from the audience at Cook Park Main StageElvis is well and truly alive in Parkes. Thousands of people from near and far had an action-packed day of Elvis related events to go to yesterday from early breakfast to late night functions. Cars of the Era (....and caravan)The main street in Parkes was blocked off to traffic...

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Parkes Elvis Festival Program - SATURDAY13 January 2018

Festival MarketsElvis Central 8.30AM TO 7PM, 203 Clarinda StFURTHER DETAILS HEREFestival Markets9AM TO 9.30PM, Cooke ParkFURTHER DETAILS HEREThe King’s Castle Elvis Exhibit & Parkes Motor Museum9AM TO 5PM, Henry Parkes Centre, Newell Hwy, TicketedFURTHER DETAILS HEREHenry Parkes Museum & Antique Machinery Collection9AM TO 4.30PM, Newell...

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30 trillion VND for tourism infrastructure in 2016-2020

A view of Bai Chay Bridge in Ha Long City, Quang Ninh provinceThe Government will spend over 30 trillion VND (1.3 billion USD) in tourism infrastructure development in the 2016-2020 period, according to a target programme approved recently.The programme, which was approved under the Prime Minister’s Decision 1861/QĐ-TTg this month, is aimed at building...

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Elvis Blue Suede Express Pulls into Parkes

The Blue Suede ExpressThe Elvis Blue Suede Express was one of two special trains that travelled from Central Sation in Sydney to the Parkes Elvis Festival yesterday. Both trains were full of about 160 Elvis fans looking forward to a full program of Festival events in the NSW country town of Parkes.Parkes has been staging the Elvis Festival for the...

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Kuma Lodge tariffs reduced 15 and 30% February/March

There are limited rooms remaining in February and March at Kuma Lodge a boutique ski in - ski out, property in Madarao ski resort on Japan's main island of Honshu.The last-minute deals will save 15% on the cost of a Twin Room with ensuite, a lodge room with Mountain View and Balcony, or a Japanese-style room, in February plus the lodge owners will...

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2018 Parkes ElvisFestival - Day Three - FRIDAY 12 January

Ben Thompson2018 Parkes Elvis Central 9AM TO 8PM - 203 Clarinda StFURTHER DETAILS HEREFestival Markets 9AM TO 9.30PM - Cooke ParkFURTHER DETAILS HEREThe King’s Castle Elvis Exhibit & Parkes Motor Museum 9AM TO 5PM - Henry Parkes Centre, Newell Hwy - TicketedFURTHER DETAILS HEREHenry Parkes Museum & Antique Machinery Collection 9AM...

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World-class Saxton Speakers at AIME

The region’s largest and longest running business events conference, the Asia-Pacific Incentives and Meetings Expo (AIME), has announced an extraordinary line-up of speakers from Saxton Speakers Bureau for four Up Close and Personal sessions.Influential Australian personalities will cover important themes in separate sessions, including how...

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Traveling Tips for Tourists

From: LeisurePlanning to travel around the world without punching a big hole in your pocket? If such thing is on your mind, then this article would be a great help. Planning is not as simple as jumping on a plane, so to get a full idea of how to construct your trip, do read...

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2018 Parkes Elvis Festival - Day 2

Yesterday the 2018 Parkes Elvis Festival kicked off to a wonderful start with a full program of concerts, activities and displays. Thousands of people arrived from across NSW and from interstate to swell the population of Parkes.Today, the second day of the2018 Parkes Elvis Festival, another full day of events will be on offer.The crowds will be swelled...

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Additional six countries added to Viet Nam’s pilot e-visa programme

Citizens from an additional six countries, alongside the 40 countries that are already permitted, are applicable for e-visas when entering Viet Nam, according to a recently-issued document signed by the Prime Minister.PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc issued Resolution 124/NQ-CP, on November 29, supplementing the list of countries whose citizens are piloting e-visas...

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Citroen promoting 'Feel Good Monday' for Make-A-Wish

Citroen Ireland in association with Make-A-Wish Ireland is promoting feeling good next Monday, 15 January, statistically the day of the year that people feel most 'blue', writes Brian Byrne.The car distributor is asking people to nominate others for a special treat on the Citroen...

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Niro EV Concept revealed at CES

An electric version of the Kia Niro will be one of 16 electrified vehicles to be offered by the Korean car-maker by 2025, writes Brian Byrne.A concept of the EV Niro is debuted at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, where the company is also showcasing autonomous and...

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PR agency gets Cyber PR award

Well-known motor industry PR consultancy, Hall Public Relations — whose clients include Mercedes-Benz, Irish Ferries, Michelin and Texaco — have had their work in the field of crisis management and planning recognised with the presentation to them recently of the award ICTTF...

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2018 Parkes Elvis Festival

Come and help us celebrate 50 years since the ’68 Comeback Special at the 2018 Parkes Elvis Festival, 10-14 January.Over 150 events over 5 days. Click here for an overview of the 5 days entertainment.Wednesday 10 January 2018Elvis Central 9AM TO 4PM203 Clarinda StFURTHER DETAILS HEREThe King’s Castle Elvis Exhibit & Parkes Motor Museum9AM TO 5PMHenry...

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Bai Choi singing wins UNESCO recognition

Bai Choi singing, a folk music genre practised in Viet Nam’s central region, has been added to the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, according to the Department of Cultural Heritage under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. The recognition was made during the 12th session of the UNESCO Inter-governmental...

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New Volvo mayoral car for Dublin

The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Mícheál MacDonncha, has taken delivery of his new official car, a Volvo S90, writes Brian Byrne.It is the seventh year that a Volvo has been provided as the official mayoral vehicle.Tradition dictates that the first citizen of Dublin has the first car...

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Citroen launches electric Mehari

Citroen has launched in France the electric version of its Mehari small cabriolet SUV, writes Brian Byrne.The E-Mehari has a rated range of 185km and sells from €19,500 in France. The Mehari is not available in Ireland.For the electric version, which is aimed at the city car...

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