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Sights of Tbilisi
By: Flytoday Medium
Tags: Travel, Hotel, Tbilisi, Flight Tickets, Tourist

The beautiful city of Tbilisi is known as the capital of Georgia and its history dates back to the fifth century AD. Warmth and hospitality are the hallmarks of the people of this city, and a trip to Tbilisi and contact with the local people of Georgia is a sweet experience for tourists. The city is known as the bride of Central Asia and the Caucasus and has many spectacular features.

The sights of Tbilisi are in historical, natural, and modern types and attract many tourists to this city every year. In this article from a Tourism Magazine, we tried to introduce some of the most popular tourist attractions in Tbilisi. Join us to get to know the sights of Tbilisi better.

Tbilisi Peace Bridge Bridge of Peace

One of the famous attractions of Tbilisi is the Peace Arched Bridge. The bridge spans the Kerr River and connects the old part of Tbilisi to the modern part. This structure is located in the heart of Tbilisi and you can enjoy the beautiful view of the city by walking on it. This bridge has a different feeling at night because it has a different effect with hundreds of bright LED lamps.

Tbilisi Freedom Square Freedom Square

The beautiful Azadi Square, which is the most important square in Tbilisi, is 200 years old. A golden statue of a horse and rider stands on a pedestal in the middle of the square, known as the Statue of St. George. The statue was erected in 2006 and is a memorial to Georgia’s independence.

This square is the intersection of the main streets of the city, Leonidze Street, Rustaveli Street, Pushkin Street, and Leslidze Street.

Visiting hours: 24 hours

Sulfur Spring Baths Tbilisi

Georgia’s famous sulfur baths in the Old City of Tbilisi are among the city’s most popular tourist attractions. Built between the 17th and 19th centuries, these baths have a classical Oriental style and are supplied by natural sources such as hot springs.

In the past, sulfur baths were so popular that about 60 baths were built, but today there are only 15 baths left. The most beautiful sulfur bath is the Orbeliani bath, which is also known as the blue bath due to the use of blue tiles. One of the prominent features of these baths is the traditional massage, which is very popular among tourists in Tbilisi.

Visiting hours: 08:00 to 12:00

Jinvali Water Reservoir

It is one of the best places to visit in Tbilisi, which hosts many foreign and domestic tourists in the warm seasons. The lush forests on the slopes of the mountains around the lake give tourists a unique view. The dam is located 70 km from Tbilisi and those interested can reach it in just an hour and create unforgettable memories in the heart of nature.

and also more places that you should visit in Tbilisi like:

Narikala Castle

Rezo Gabriadze Marionette Theater

Georgian National Museum

Lisi Lake

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thanks for reading

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What Does that Star Rating on a Hotel Really Mean?
By: Lauren Creech
Tags: Travel, Hotels, Hotels Booking Online, Travel Tips

It is discouraging when searching for hotels in your destination that are clean, safe, accessible, and have all of the amenities that you might want; like free continental breakfast, free wifi, a pool, or an airport shuttle. You finally find one that you like! You see the pictures and read the reviews, it has everything that you want…but then you see that it is a two-star hotel. But they had 4.5/5 stars on TripAdvisor and Yelp! What do you do?! I’ll tell you!

Here is a secret, those ratings are given by independent agencies (AAA is the most known), they take into account things like “does the building have rooms with the doors inside or outside?” (hotel vs motel), and “does the facility have room service?” or “do they provide bell services”? If a hotel has room service, but not 24-hour room service, that is the difference between a 4-star and a 5-star hotel.

If you’re looking for cleanliness, hospitality, accessibility, etc, you’ll want to look at Google, TripAdvisor, and Yelp reviews to get real quest experiences from that hotel. You could be looking at a very nice Best Western Plus hotel that got 4 stars on Google, but the AAA rating is probably a 2.5 star. They are going to have luggage carts available for you, but there isn’t going to be bell service. And they will probably have a free breakfast, but that isn’t enough to be considered a 3-star hotel with a restaurant.

Yelp, Google, and TripAdvisor all pull out keywords in reviews like “clean” and “close to” that you can use to find a hotel that better fits your group’s needs!

So next time we’re searching for a hotel for you when you’re taking your family to Washington, D.C. you can find a good hotel for a decent price without compromising your budget.
Waking up naked😛👅 in the morning.
Tags: Travel, Hotel, Sex, Erotica, Traveling

sandwiched between naked men..

Recently one of my friend, a regular sex partner, asked me if I wanted to enjoy sex with some Georgian men. I obviously said yes. They were his classmates in London and were on a casual visit to Canada.

So on Friday evening, my friend pickup me up and we went to their suite in 5 star hotel. Four of us (me, my friend and 2 Georgian men) started with drinks and smoke. Then casual kisses and then they started to undress me.

They surrounded me on sofa and started kissing and licking different parts of my body. One by one, they too got naked and I started rubbing their dicks. In sometime, we all were naked and all three of them were licking me and pleasing me at navel, boobs, lips, etc. Then I started sucking them one by one.

Then penetrations started. Initially one in mouth and another in ass or pussy, but eventually in all my holes together. They kept changing their positions, this way they lasted long and enjoyed in all my holes. They all came inside me, different holes though.

Then we all again drank a lot. Another round we had in bedroom. We all slept naked.

In morning, I grabbed each one’s dicks and rubbed them to get up. Double penetration and blowjob again with their morning woods. Another round in shower, with all three of them.

Then my friend left. So now it was me with two stranger foreigners, who has fucked me four times in last 12 hours. They did not allowed me to wear bra or panties, neither did they were any shirt and wore only shorts without underpants.

For the next two days, we had multiple rounds of sex. Penetrative, oral, threesome, masturbating. I don’t even remember how many times I had orgasms or how many times I gave them orgasm.

Kitchen, bedroom, hall, washroom, everywhere. Multiple times. Even sometimes when one guy was done, another would come. And at times, both of them together. And we drank throughout the day. Both days.

Finally on Sunday afternoon, we checked out of hotel and they departed to the airport.
Life during covid in the Hospitality Industry.
By: Pineapple Tree
Tags: Hotel, Pineapple, Covid 19, Hospitality, Food And Beverage

Life as a hospitality worker during covid… Let me just start by saying: You should really think twice before you make a complaint during your stay at a hotel or dine-in restaurant. very single person is doing their best to ensure you have a “vacation” or a meal to celebrate the light within darkness.

In 2020, we didn’t see any of this coming. It was like a domino effect, hitting country by country faster than we can count to 3. I was about to transfer to a new property in a new city, eager to start a new chapter in my career, and celebrate the achievement of becoming Associate Director. Within 24 hours, this dream all shattered. I was living on the west coast and was midway through moving when flights started getting cancelled. The mayor announced the city was going into lockdown by nightfall and everyone was in panic mode. Luckily for me, I had family that I could stay with, and trying to stay positive, I accepted that this would be a temporary break from the schedule, hours and life I have been actively participating in.

Fast forward to 2021, I was still unemployed, along with thousands within the industry. I was on the verge of giving up, desperately looking for an olive branch to bridge myself to another industry. During this time, many of my friends within industry had to relocate, lost their houses and barely could make ends meet.

I became one of the lucky few, as I was able to relocate to the east coast for a new job opportunity. This role put me right back to where I was before covid, in a property that I thought was out of reach.

As it turns out, things were not back to normal; in fact, far from it. Something changed the industry, where the demand was twice as high as workers. I have always had staffing challenges throughout the years, but this was far more different.

In 2020, many realized that the salary paid to hours work was never going to balance out for hospitality workers. 90% of the workers in the industry depended on the gratuity provided by the guests, and was a main factor for companies to justify a lower hourly rate.

Each employee’s responsibility has effectively tripled: we’re incredibly short staffed, but have to cater to the higher demand for tourism. It isn’t easy to run an operation with only 60% of the workforce, and constantly having to seek for talent.

Therefore, the next time you decide to take a trip or dine out at your favorite restaurant, give a little more gratitude. — The team behind the scenes is doing their absolute best to make your experience worth remembering — and they’ve sacrificed a lot to make this happen.
Hey are you Looking for Resort in saharnpur.
Tags: Events, Resorts, Photography, Hotels, Marriage

End your Search here pench o the resort Providing a truly memorable experience, Best Resorts Near Dehradun Pench-O The Resort which is within 200 kms from Delhi is all about surrendering oneself to comforts, luxury and enthralling activities. It s all about Entertainment, Entertainment and just Entertainment! The resort near dehradun is strategically designed and built by the JDA Infra Limited. Pench-O the resort is a renowned wellness property that extends a distinctive flavor of hospitality. It offers topnotch extravagance while remaining profoundly embedded in its local heritage. An eco-friendly resort, strategically created among the beautiful nature. The resort is blessed with pleasant weather throughout the year. The resort is located on the Delhi Dehradun Highway, Pench-O The Resort Near resorts near saharanpur, Best Resorts in Dehradun, suiting any type of groups, be it family, corporate, friends, wedding or for just some honeymoon vibes. An ideal location to spend some time with your beloved ones. It is also another luxury resort that serves as a retreat for corporate. Away from the honking of vehicles this resort is a perfect pick for overwhelming tourists. The ideal and serene location of this resort park, ample open space available, the lush gardens, modern youth vibes, tree house, open MP3 screen and a expanded vibrant pool makes it an exciting destination for all age people.
Increase Your Hotel Sales with First-Party Data
Tags: Hotel, Data, Hospitality, Sales, First Party Data

How To Use Your First-Party Data

First-party data is vital for marketing . You can use guests’ data to understand their preferences, re-market to them, and capture more accurate information.

. You can use guests’ data to understand their preferences, re-market to them, and capture more accurate information. Use the data to map your customer journey . Know what steps they take and the order in which they take them to identify your strengths and weaknesses . If a lot of potential guests opt-out of communication at the same time, this touchpoint may need improvement to encourage conversion.

. Know what steps they take and the order in which they take them to your and . If a lot of potential guests opt-out of communication at the same time, this touchpoint may need improvement to encourage conversion. Once the customer journey is mapped, you can use it to create an individual view of the customer instead of a generalized profile.

Nils Scheers recommends:

First-party data can be used to segment your customers and target them at the right time, in the right way, and with the right message instead of sending out mass emails that are relevant to no one.

Being transparent about the data you collect and giving guests access to their data, creates trust. Remind them they can change their preferences and personal details, giving you more accurate information, but also allowing them to control the information they want to give you. It not only helps guests, but it saves time for staff, reduces human error, and it saves costs.

Here is what Nils Scheers at THYNK has to say about that:

While it may be perceived as a risk to invest in technology, any company that stands behind their product will not be afraid to show you their solution and will let you try it for a couple of months at no cost.

With third-party cookies moving away, first-party data is going to be a bigger issue, and having the right technology to help you is key.

First-party data is vital for your hotel and finding the right system that can help with this, is crucial.
Mada Hotels Jobs 2021 — Fresher Waiter/Waitress
By: Ogoegbunam Nzekwu
Tags: Fresher, Waiter, Hotels, Waitress

Job Title: Waiter/Waitress — Mada Hotels Jobs 2021

Organization: Mada Hotels

Duty Station: Jinja, Uganda

Mada Hotels Profile

Founded in 1982, Mada Hotels is one of East Africa’s leading hospitality service providers with properties spread throughout East Africa. Adventures Aloft Balloon Safaris is part of Mada services and offers Africa’s most famous game reserves including the Masai Mara, Serengeti and Tarangire National Park. They opened a new property in Namanve, Mukono called Kampala Nile Resort.

Job Summary

Waiters assist restaurant patrons by noting their order, serving tables their requested meals, and preparing bills at the end of the table’s meal. Waiters are also responsible for asking customers if they are satisfied with their meal and providing any assistance should the customer not be satisfied.

To be successful as a waiter you must have the endurance to stand for long hours and have patience with difficult customers. A good waiter anticipates the needs of customers and provides all services in a friendly manner.

Roles and Responsibilities:

- Greet customers and hand out menus.



- Take meal and beverage orders from customers and place these orders in the kitchen.



- Make menu recommendations and inform patrons of any specials.



- Deliver meals and beverages to tables when they have been prepared.



- Check that customers are satisfied with their meal.



- Prepare the bill for tables when requested.



- Cash up bills and ensure that the correct amount has been paid.



- Administer change to tables if needed.

Minimum Qualifications

- The applicant for the Mada Hotels Waiter/Waitress job should hold relevant qualifications



- Experience in the hospitality industry is required

How To Apply for Mada Hotels Jobs 2021

All candidates who wish to join the Mada Hotels in this capacity should Email a complete CV and cover letter to: fnbjnr@madahotels.com Or deliver physical copies to Jinja Nile Resort, Kimaka Road, Jinja, Uganda

Deadline: 25th December 2021

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Check It Out: PHD Terrace at Dream Midtown’s ‘A Midwinter Night’s Dream’
By: Tony Bowles, Contributing Columnist
Tags: Holidays, Hotel, Food

PHD Terrace at Dream Midtown returns for the unveiling of their yearly holiday installation, Midwinter Nights’ Dream. Just in time for the holiday season, the popular all-season midtown rooftop will be transformed into a whimsical dreamland of lush greenery, rich emerald & gold tones, 10,000 twinkling lights illuminating the space, florals galore, fuzzy throw blankets, and an ascending series of tiered red, purple & gold florals throughout the space.

Of course, this installation wouldn’t be complete without New York’s most famous flower tunnel — the winterized edition will take the highly photogenic moment to the next level.

Seasonal food and beverage offerings will also be available including light bites, a brand-new themed dessert, plus new winter cocktails. This magical Midwinter Nights’ Dream garden at PHD Terrace was created to cure a bad case of the winter blues and will be activated from now until April 2022.

Midwinter Nights’ Dream at PHD Terrace was conceptualized by Yvonne Najor, Senior Director of Marketing, Tao Group Hospitality.

Yvonne collaborated with Design House Decor and their lead designer Laila Ahmed to bring the installation to life. Design House Decor is a premier luxury, full-service event and floral production company.

There are new speciality menu items, but we would be remised for not recommending the Dream In Roses, which is: Red Velvet Cake, Cream Cheese Cream, Rose Cake Pops.
How To Choose Hotel Disposable Slippers
By: Petop Hotel Supply
Tags: Hotel, Hospitality, Slipper, Resort, Eco Friendly

You may just start your first hotel business, or you might source for hotels, how much you know a disposable hotel slipper? Slipper is one of the tiny objects in guest rooms, however, it plays a very important role in welcoming guests, enhancing your guests check-in service experience.

Hotel disposable slippers are usually made up of fabric upper and sole. There are many different models for option. For each type of slipper, you can check below details to know better about it.

Different from pattern types are available in open toe, closed toe, pointed toe, platform, fastening tape and flip flops etc. And the sole can be both feet type and left & right feet type. Generally, hotels prefer to purchase a left & right feet type of slippers, as guests find them comfortable and fits their foot better.

Referring to a slipper upper material, there are many options for choice. Cotton terry, velvet, linen, towel, waffle, coral plush and non-woven fabrics etc are the most common models for slippers. According to your hotel budget, you can choose a very cost-effective and high-quality slipper for your guests. Non-woven and towel slippers are welcome in economic hotels, and velvet, cotton terry, linen and waffle ones are commonly used in star hotels.

Slipper sole is a very important key factor on price. In general, EVA sole is more widely used. And now, with the development of eco-friendly environment concept, a new environmental friendly IXPE slipper sole comes onto market, attractive to green hotels and resorts. These anti slip soles can be made in different patterns, diamond, leaves, water ripple, strip and doted fabric and so on. There’s little difference on each cost.

A slipper with hotel logo is a briliant promotion idea to enhance your reputation and upgrade hotel service. A logo can be screen printing, hot-transfer printing, embroidery and sewing labeling. Emrboidery logo is most popular for cotton terry, velvet and towel slippers, as they look so nice and neat in color threads.
New car launches in India in November 2021
By: Rey Alps
Tags: India, Festivals, Cars, Launch, 2021

New car launches in India in November 2021

The majority of carmakers in the country plan their new car launches around the festive season. In line with that, as we progress towards the end of the year, there are a couple of new car launches and unveils planned for November 2021. The upcoming car models range across the budget to the premium segment in the country. Read below to learn more about them.

New-gen Maruti Suzuki Celerio

New-gen Maruti Suzuki Celerio

The new-gen Maruti Suzuki Celerio has been spied testing on numerous occasions ahead of its official launch in India on 10 November. The upcoming model will be based on the Heartect platform. It is believed that the upcoming model will be bigger than its predecessor. The upcoming budget hatchback is expected to be offered in two petrol engine options — 1.0-liter and 1.2-liter. The 1.0-litre engine will generate 67bhp and 91Nm of torque, while the 1.2-litre engine option will generate 82bhp and 113Nm of torque. The hatchback will be available in both five-speed manual and five-speed AMT options. Recently, the base variant of the upcoming new Celerio was spotted.

Mercedes-AMG A45 S
LIVE! : Tokyo International Film Festival
Tags: Tokyo, International, Festivals, Film

❂ Artist Event : Tokyo International Film Festival

❂ Venue : Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Tokyo, Japan

❂ Live Streaming Tokyo International Film Festival 2021

Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

The Japan Foundation Asia Center & Tokyo International Film Festival

Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
Live-Show : Tokyo International Film Festival Live, (2021) Full Stream
Tags: Festivals, Technology

❂ Artist Event : Tokyo International Film Festival

❂ Venue : Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Tokyo, Japan

❂ Live Streaming Tokyo International Film Festival 2021

Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

The Japan Foundation Asia Center & Tokyo International Film Festival

Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
Live Music : Tokyo International Film Festival Live, 2021 Full Show
Tags: Festivals, Film

❂ Artist Event : Tokyo International Film Festival

❂ Venue : Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Tokyo, Japan

❂ Live Streaming Tokyo International Film Festival 2021

Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

The Japan Foundation Asia Center & Tokyo International Film Festival

Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
TIFF 2021 In Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Tokyo, Japan | Full Stream
Tags: Festivals, Life

❂ Artist Event : Tokyo International Film Festival

❂ Venue : Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Tokyo, Japan

❂ Live Streaming Tokyo International Film Festival 2021

Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

The Japan Foundation Asia Center & Tokyo International Film Festival

Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
Live Performance : Tokyo International Film Festival Live (2021)
Tags: Festivals, Film

❂ Artist Event : Tokyo International Film Festival

❂ Venue : Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Tokyo, Japan

❂ Live Streaming Tokyo International Film Festival 2021

Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

The Japan Foundation Asia Center & Tokyo International Film Festival

Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
Live-show| Tokyo International Film Festival Live, 2021 (Full Stream)
Tags: Television, Festivals

❂ Artist Event : Tokyo International Film Festival

❂ Venue : Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Tokyo, Japan

❂ Live Streaming Tokyo International Film Festival 2021

Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

The Japan Foundation Asia Center & Tokyo International Film Festival

Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
A 2022 Music Festival You Don't Want To Miss
By: Lake Como Experiences
Tags: Travel, Italy, Concerts, Festivals, Music

©Daniele Marucci

Magical music festival on Lake Como

Earlier this summer, we attended LacMus Festival, a week-long event that takes place in Lake Como, Italy.

LacMus is an international music festival on Lake Como, that usually takes place during the month of July of each year. The music festival represents the union between art and nature, a special exhibition in unique locations, where many concerts are held outdoor in some of the most stunning locations around the lake such as Villa del Balbianello, Villa Carlotta, and Villa Melzi among others.

The music festival on Lake Como celebrates different types of music from opera to classical, passing by jazz. The particularity of this festival is that concerts are organized every day in various locations, adding a delightful experience to each of the music shows.

Lake Como Experiences at LacMus Festival — Villa Carlotta

Melody and art at Villa Carlotta

LacMus’s opening took place at the magnificent Villa Carlotta, located in Tremezzo on the west side of Lake Como. The centuries-old villa hosted a piano marathon and was experienced both live in acoustic mode near the piano and via headphones through a Silent Wi-Fi system.

Before the start of the concert, we could spend some time wandering around the immense botanical garden of the villa, which is purely a masterpiece of nature.

Thanks to the Wi-Fi-connected headphones, we could listen to the live piano concert, which happened in another room, while enjoying Villa Carlotta’s museum.

This special setup worked like a charm, as all senses were somehow connected to a form of art: we admired Renaissance paintings, sculptures, and architecture while listening to classical music. It goes without saying that Villa Carlotta’s first floor offers stunning views over its gardens and the lake.

Poetic opera at Isola Comacina

The 2nd concert we attended couldn’t compete better with the previous one.

On a perfect summer night, we headed to spend the evening at Isola Comacina for an opera night. After arriving by boat to the lake island not long before sunset, we discovered a magical venue that brought the perfect peaceful atmosphere for such a concert. The music performance was organized outdoor, to allow a perfect symbiosis between music and nature.

When the piano notes started, and each of the artists from the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel began their recital, we all found ourselves completely immersed in an indefinable poetic ambiance.

We couldn’t help ourselves but feel goosebumps when the opera singers’ notes elevated in the prosperous scenery of the sunset going behind the Lake Como’s mountains.

For next year’s edition, go to https://lacmusfestival.com/ to see the full program and purchase your ticket!
Hidden Gems of LA: 626 Night Market
By: Nicholas Rosen
Tags: Food, Los Angeles, Festivals, Culture, Fun

One of the hidden gems you may not know about when coming to L.A. is the 626-night market. A 3-day street market style event of Asian foods and fusion cuisine, live music, and an abundance of boba. It has become widely popular since its conception and continues to increase in attendance every year.

This is a must go to event for any avid Asian food lover. Going on for a 9th year, this event has nearly become an institution and perfect for both So-Cal locals, foodies, and influencers, or just someone looking to spend a fun day with friends and family trying something new.

When is it?

This event is held only 10 times a year between May and October. So don’t be sad if you’re busy one weekend and have to miss it. You’ll have plenty of chances to go again.

Where is it located?

The night market originally started at the Santa Anita Park. It has become so popular that they have expanded to include locations at the OC Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa. There has even been a push into Northern California as well, being currently held at the Alameda County Fairgrounds.

What to expect

The delicious Asian street fusion is what has made its mark. You’ll find Japanese, Thai, Filipino, Chinese, Korean, and Singaporean in a wide variety of food trucks, stalls, and vendors. Plenty of opportunities to have some Instagram worthy foodie pics to show off your tastes.

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Winter Woods
By: Mike Kraus
Tags: Christmas, Party, Festivals, Show, Events

Brightscapes: The Way To Beauty

Winter Glow #468

gouache paint on Bristol paper

2.5" x 3.5" (6.35 cm x 8.89 cm)

NOT A PRINT OR REPRODUCTION

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Mike Kraus was born on the industrial shoreline of Muskegon, Michigan. After earning his Fine Arts Degree from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he attended Grand Valley State University for his graduate degree. From there, he gained varied experiences from the Chicago Architecture Foundation, Art Institute of Chicago, Hauenstein Center For Presidential Studies, Lollypop Farm Humane Society, and the Children’s Memorial Foundation. And every place he worked, he had his sketchbook with him and found ways to be actively creative. In 2014, Kraus became a full-time artist by establishing Mike Kraus Art. Since then, he has sold thousands of paintings that are displayed in nearly every state and dozens of countries. Currently, Kraus lives in Rochester, New York with his beautiful wife and goofy dog.

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DEEPAVALI 2021 WITH The Supreme Pontiff of Hinduism Jagatguru Mahasannidhanam His Divine Holiness Bhagavan Nithyananda Paramashivam
By: Kailasa Belgium
Tags: Hinduism, Festivals, Nithyananda, Diwali, Kailasa

DEEPAVALI 2021 WITH The Supreme Pontiff of Hinduism Jagatguru Mahasannidhanam His Divine Holiness Bhagavan Nithyananda Paramashivam Kailasa Belgium Oct 30, 2021·2 min read

Deepavali is one of the most auspicious day and one of the greatest festival, not only for Sanatana Hindu Dharma, not only for the many different Sampradayas of Sanatana Hindu Dharma. Shaivaites celebrate Deepavali, as the day Subramanya was conceived, from today, 6th day is Subramanya’s birthday, the Skanda Shasti. So Shaivaites celebrate this day. Vaishnavites celebrate as Naraka Caturdashi, means the Narakasura was liberated by Krishna. Shaktas celebrate as the day Kali appeared.

Diwali for Kailasians is the day, that auspicious blessing ‘anandamaai irungal’ happened in the system of The SPH. It is from that word, the whole thing Kailasa Mission started happening.

Deepavali day is when The SPH fully settled in the body, 9 months after the enlightenment experience. Today is the day The SPH fully asserted the enlightened Being. An enlightened being can settle in the body only upon Devi Parashakti’s (Divine Mother) grace. Only by Her grace can the enlightenment start expressing or moving through the body.

On Amavasya of Diwali during the sunset time Paramashiva started manifesting in the body of The SPH as Devi Parashakti.

Mother Kaali is the Cosmic Energy itself. She is the creative energy out of which the whole universe emerged. By worshipping her, by meditating upon her name, by chanting mantras on her, we are connecting to the Cosmic Energy itself. On this Deepavali day, this energy is fully available to planet Earth.

Mother Kaali slays different types of demons who symbolically represent our ignorance and ego. Manifest complete completion with Mother Kali who severes the life-negative demonic effects of binary logic and perceptions that entraps us into the matrix of lower consciousness.

Sitting erect and chanting the mantras, from the Swadhishtana chakra (the vital energy center below the navel that is responsible for the fear emotion) opens all the seven 7 vital energy centers in the body. This is a meditation, not just a ritual. Chanting the mantra ‘Om aim hreem kleem chaamundaayai vichche swaaha’, will simply awaken the kundalini shakti (the vital energy which lies dormant in the base energy center at the bottom of your spine). It will transform your whole being and raise you to a different frequency of Consciousness

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Tokyo International Film Festival Liveshow: in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Tokyo, Japan
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Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
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Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

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Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
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Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

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Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
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Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
Fall Is Festive in My City
Tags: Kolkata, Festivals, Lifestyle Blog, Durga Puja, Kolkata Festivals

“Leaves are falling all around

Time I was on my way

Thanks to you I’m much obliged

Such a pleasant stay

But now it’s time for me to go

Autumn moon lights my way….”

Being an eternal Rock’n’roll fan, I owe my autumn memories to this timeless masterpiece. For those unaware, these famous lines belong to the 70’s legendary Rock’n’roll and Blues band Led Zeppelin. The song is called Ramble on, and it has this sublime portrayal of fall, methinks!

Fall arrives as the messenger of departure in many other parts of the world. With sepia-tinted postcards wrapped in nostalgia, with fallen leaves murmuring across the pavements, with whispering melancholia across the forests, fall arrives as the song of sweet goodbyes.

But not in my city of joy! I’m a woman from Kolkata, and fall in my city brings all the glitters and glamour. It’s the season that brings along the essence of festivity, lights, and colours. So as the sensational Durga Puja kicks in with all its flare and glare, my city decks up in shimmery chandeliers and blazing neons. This is the holy hour when we Bengalis celebrate the homecoming of our daughter “Durga.” No, we don’t worship her; we welcome her home!

An Ashtami Moment Captured in Monochrome

Her grand arrival with massive rhythms of ‘Dhaak’ (an Indian percussion instrument) and the sublime fragrance of Shiuli marks the inception of the festive season. Cotton ball clouds float and melt into the azure October sky. The air smells heavy and wild with the scent of Chattim (Indian Devil’s Tree). Even the tiniest nooks and alleys of my city turn into avenues of carnival.

Amid the busy Ashtami mornings, traditional outfits, ‘Anjali’ offerings, and sweaty pandal hopping sessions, lovers exchange glances; long-lost friends reunite, oldies revisit the bygone days. Bubbles of forgotten conversations float around the city lights, like millions of fireflies in the night sky.
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Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

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Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
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Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

The Japan Foundation Asia Center & Tokyo International Film Festival

Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
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Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

The Japan Foundation Asia Center & Tokyo International Film Festival

Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!
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Conversation Series at Asia Lounge

The Japan Foundation Asia Center & Tokyo International Film Festival

Marking its second installment since 2020, this year’s Conversation Series will again be advised by the committee members led by filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu. Directors and actors from various countries and regions including Asia will gather at the Asia Lounge to engage in discussion with their Japanese counterparts.

This year’s theme will be “Crossing Borders”. Guests will share their thoughts and sentiments about film and filmmaking in terms of efforts and attempts to transcend borders. The festival will strive to invite as many international guests as possible to Japan so that they can engage in physical conversation and interaction at the Asia Lounge.

The sessions will be broadcast live from the festival venue in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya every day for eight days from October 31st to November 7th. Stay tuned!