Yesterday, Asia welcomed the Year of the Dragon, with a cacophony of fireworks, hoping that the most powerful sign in the Chinese zodiac will start the year 2012 in the wealth and power it represents. Malaysia to South Korea via China and Vietnam , millions of people have traveled great distances to meet with their families to celebrate the Lunar New Year, the most important festival of the year for many in Asia.
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Asia welcomes the Year of the Dragon 2012
Posted by – January 25, 2012
ASEAN should work on visa regulations and connectivity according to the WTO
Posted by – January 22, 2012
To become a unique tourist destination in 2015, ASEAN countries must first work on their visa regulations, travel facilities and air connectivity, recently said the World Tourism Organization (WTO). “The potential of the region is large, it is one of the fastest growing regions in the world. The many efforts and resources will only make the area even better, “said Taleb Rifai Secretary General of UNWTO Thursday during the ASEAN Tourism Forum in Manado, North Sulawesi.
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The Lunar New Year in Asia: 2012 Year of the Dragon
Posted by – January 11, 2012
Most Asian countries celebrate the Lunar New Year , but at different times and in different ways. Often called Chinese New Year, it is not only celebrated in China, however, there is little doubt that the Chinese are behind the festival and have great influence on other Asian cultures , who then adopted. But for thousands of years, each country has added its own cultural touch on this annual celebration.
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