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The northwestern province of Guanacaste in Costa Rica has one of the largest dry tropical forest areas in the Americas. Dry tropical forests are unique with many deciduous broad-leaf trees and vegetation that survive with much less water than a tropical rainforest. It endures a dry season lasting approximately eight months, yet is still home to a splendid diversity of plants, trees and wildlife.
The book Green Phoenix: Restoring the Tropical Forests of Guanacaste, Costa Rica, by William Allen (20
kolektiv1 invites you, on November 20, 2014, to:
"ONE NIGHT - WINE + JAZZ FOR ART" at the historic Phipps Mansion for a night of Wine, Live Jazz, Swing Dancing & Art to support emerging art + artists. Phipps Mansion at Liederkranz Club. 6 E. 87th St, NYC. 6-9 PM.
Wine tasting with over 100 different wine/food pairings to raise awareness and support for kolektiv1's artists + spring art shows. PERFORMANCE by: Brad Baker Jazz Ensemble. Live Jazz, Swing, Dancing by the legendary Brad Baker Jazz Ensem
The transition from rainy season to summer season in Costa Rica is a time of abundant wildlife. Rivers, streams, lakes and ponds are full of water, vegetation is lush, and settings are ideal for capturing Costa Rica’s exotic wildlife on camera.
This is especially true on a river trip. In the Nosara Costa Rica area on the Nicoya Peninsula, the Nosara River Safari gives visitors a really close look at animal and plant life while cruising on the Nosara and Montana rivers onboard a quiet electric-mot
Annapurna Circuit Trek known as Thorung La pass trek is recognized as the world class trekking trail. Thus, this trekking trail covers the area around the Annapurna peak- the tenth highest mountain in the world, the trek was opened for the foreigners only in the year 1977. Annapurna Circuit Trek lies in the distance of 130 km west of Kathmandu, ascends to the height of 5416m i.e. Thorung La pass. The stunning view of the series of high peaks, desert land of Manang, deepest George of Kaligandak
While Christopher Columbus is remembered in the USA in the upcoming October holiday, many other countries take a much broader perspective for their celebrations.
The USA observes Oct. 12 (or the Monday closest to it) as Columbus Day for the date that explorer Christopher Columbus arrived in the Americas in 1492. Spain commemorates Oct. 12 is Hispanic Day. But the holiday in the Bahamas is known as Discovery Day, in Belize as the Day of the Americas, and the Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity i
The Pantanal is one of the most prominent nature destinations in Brazil. It is one of the largest tropical wetlands in the world, an enormous stretch of land which extends into the Brazilian states of Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul, as well as into Paraguay and Bolivia. Contrary to what its name suggests, the Pantanal is not a large pantano, or ‘marsh’. It is a hugely extensive alluvial plain which is partially covered with water during the rainy season and exposed during the summer. The ri
Bangkok has loads to offer all year long with hosts of events and festivals to keep visitors entertained. Bangkok is a popular vacation spot in the course of the British winter when temperatures are around a snug 27 degrees and there may be much less rainfall. The most affordable time to visit is between May and October, when Thailand is humid and prone to heavy rain
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The Songkran festival of the Thai New Year takes place throughout sweltering April (13th-15th|13 - 15}) so it is sensible
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Before traveling abroad I tried to read travel guides, many books and journals to get knowledge about Australia, in order not to seem impolite or ignorant. So, I carefully examined information and was ready to start my exciting trip.
When I arrived to a town near Sydney, and the first situation which happened to me showed that the real life here is quite different than I imagined. That’s why I want to share my experience and useful tips about culture and life
Halloween, the annual festival, brought to America by immigrants from Ireland and Scotland has become America's biggest party day, perhaps after New Year's eve. For the last 200 years Americans have celebrated Halloween. The customs of carving pumpkins, jack o' lanterns comes to us from the Celtic traditions. What is the magical allure that so many folks want to celebrate at Halloween? The costumes? The Halloween parties? The memory of childhood? A chance to throw off inhibitions and to becom
Ahmedabad is the largest city in the state of Gujarat. It is situated on the banks of Sabarmati River, is a major business hub of Gujarat and is mostly known for its textile industry. The city is constantly visited by businessmen from all over the country and occasionally, also from overseas as trade and business are the major occupation of most people of the city. As there are a number of temples and monuments in the city, there are many who visit the city for holiday and travel as there are a
The thrill of a high rapid flow of the water in the river is an awesome experience to have for anyone. So, Bhotekoshi River Rafting is the perfect destination to obtain such experience for the water enthusiasts and adventure lovers. Bhotekoshi River is originated from the Tibet. The Bhotekoshi River Rafting has got the recognition as the best short white water rafting in the world. The expedition in the Bhotekoshi river starts from the place called Baseri which is 95 km from the Kathmandu and e
Trisuli River Rafting is the most popular river rafting in Nepal. It is due to the reason of its accessibility from the Kathmandu as well as from the Pokhara.Trisuli River is just 3 -3.5 hours drive west from the Kathmandu valley. This rafting is mostly known for the short rafting in Nepal of 15-60 km in distance. Trisuli is the river formed by the snow melt of Ganesh Himal and Langtang Himal. It is also believed that Trisuli River is formed by the “Trisul” the weapon of Lord Shiva- mythical go
Tamor River Rafting is the rafting in the sixth largest river in Nepal, in Tamor River. The river is the origination of the Mt Kanchenjunga. Kanchenjunga is the third highest peak in the world. This rafting is the water expedition of 131 km in eastern river of Nepal for 8-10 days. Rafting in Tamor river was opened in 1990. Tamor River provides an extra experience of the rafting in comparison to other rivers in Nepal. The first four 16 km possess the powerful and continuous rapid of class 4. The
A "Raging River" known as the Marsyangdi is truly one of the wildest river rafting in Nepal. The non stop intense river speed of rapids of 4-5 continues for 3 days. Marsyangdi River Rafting is recognized as the exceptional river rafting of class 4 river rafting in the world. Marsyangdi River Rafting starts fromBesisahar/ Ngadi and ends at Dumre. Various steep rapids, sharp turnings provide thrilling experience through the rafting expedition. Not only this the splendid mountain, high hills and cl
An Association framed for the unity of Asian countries-AAU has join hands with 7th Global Film Festival Noida 2014 to be held from 11th to 13th November.
We want all Asian Countries should bring in peace, progress and prosperity and India should take the lead. AAU is been in existence since 2000 to propagate this theme” said Beni Prasad Agarwal founder President of the organization in a monthly meeting at India International Centre, New Delhi.
We welcome AAU-Association of Asian Union to be part o
7th Global Film Festival Noida 2014 has started getting support from all over the World, as the theme of the festival is Unity Through Cinema.
“ Not only the countries where we have our ambassadors of AAFT are established but countries where there is no cinema have started supporting us for this beautiful cause” said Sandeep Marwah President of GFFN.
Indo Hungarian Film Association, a body of filmmakers from India and Hungary constituted on the visit of Sandeep Marwah to Hungary in 2013 is now pop
Along with showcasing exceptional wines, paired with equally spectacular food, the partnership of Martin Corso (Chef Marty) of The M Group, and Ken Barnes of Temecula Night Out, has fostered a sense of camaraderie and fellowship in the Temecula Valley Wine Country community in presenting “Good Times in the Vines.” The beautiful wine country home of Al and Jean Glaser on a lovely summer evening made for a perfect setting. The evocative musical ambience – a walk down memory lane with Neil Diamond
One of the finest business schools of the country; Asian Business School has joined hands with 7th Global Film Festival Noida 2014 to manage the affairs of 3 days of international events.
“We are excited to manage three days affairs of 7th GFFN at Noida Film City. The students of Asian Business School will be all the time alert and involved to give their best during the festival” said Dr. Lalitya Srivastava Director of ABS.
“We are giving them special training how to deal with large public and imp
An organization of 12000 media professionals pass outs of Asian Academy of Film And Television, Asian School of Media Studies, Asian Business School and Asian School of Communication join hands with 7th Global Film Festival Noida 2014.
Asian Education Group has been in education from last 22 years and has given some of the biggest names of film, television and media industry. So fae the institutes under AEG has covered all the 30 states and 5 union Territories of India and 95 countries of the Wor
