Archive for March, 2009
Naomi Campbell Raises Funds for Mumbai Terrorism Victims
As part of Lakme Fashion Week, supermodel Naomi Campbell appeared in a special “Mai Mumbai” charity show. The 39-year-old British model walked the catwalk to raise money for Mumbai’s emergency medical services. Last November Islamic gunmen terrorized the city for three-days, killing 166 people. Attacks focused on some of the city’s most famous landmarks as [...]
Published by Ryan on March 29th, 2009 tagged Arts & Culture, Beauty | Comment now »
Orchids in New York
The destruction of natural habitats, and the excessive collection of wild orchids have put them at the risk of extinction. Many countries around the world are coming together, to create regulations meant to ensure the survival of the species. Seventy-five percent of the exotic plants seized and confiscated at the borders by the Department of [...]
Published by Ryan on March 27th, 2009 tagged Environment, Travel | Comment now »
Painting from Inspiration
Chen Chong Swee is one of four artists from Singapore, known as the founding fathers of the school of Nanyang painting. Chen was born in China, but moved to Singapore just after graduating from the Fine Art Academy. The Nanyang school resulted from a trip the friends took to Bali, for while the city of [...]
Published by Ryan on March 23rd, 2009 tagged Arts & Culture, Travel | Comment now »
Watching Whales in the Mediterranean
While there are ample numbers of activities to partake in around the beaches and the coast of Spain and the neighboring Balearic Islands during the summer season, one particular activity is bound to leave every visitor and participant breathless. I am, of course, talking about whale watching. While restful, the experience can also be intense [...]
Published by Ryan on March 21st, 2009 tagged Environment, Travel | Comment now »
IRB’s “Jewel in the Crown”
The upcoming Hong Kong Sevens Tournament promises to a hot ticket for not only rugby fans, but anyone who enjoys a good sports spectacle. Organized by the Hong Kong Rugby Football Union the tournament is scheduled for March 27 -29th at Hong Kong Stadium. Sevens rugby has been played in Hong Kong for over thirty [...]
Published by Ryan on March 21st, 2009 tagged Uncategorized | Comment now »
Complaint Handling
A complaint handling system can be used to improve customer satisfaction and retention. Therefore it is wise to integrate such a system into your business or organization so that you can effectively handle customer complaints. The optimal way to introduce a complaint handling initiative is to assign an individual or team to lead its development [...]
Published by Ryan on March 20th, 2009 tagged Business | Comment now »
Visiting Kuala Lumpur
A trip to the capital of Malaysia can be an exotic adventure. Kuala Lumpur was originally a tin-mining village. Over time it has grown into a bustling urban center. From its Chinese roots it has blossomed into a multicultural haven. Visitors will find the contrasts of the city extends into every aspect of life. From [...]
Published by Ryan on March 14th, 2009 tagged Business, Travel | Comment now »
The Reasons for Travel in Spain
Spain has so many options for summer travel it boggles the mind. From the mainland to the surrounding islands, there are festivals and competitions and dining and experiences to be had here that can be had in no other country on the planet. From fashions shows in Madrid to the famous Running of the Bulls [...]
Published by Ryan on March 9th, 2009 tagged Uncategorized | Comment now »
Parade of Freedom and Rejoice
Any single thing that a boutique hotel Singapore has to offer must be over-joyed the day the parade comes to town, the National Day Parade that is. Tickets are sold by scalpers on the street, theun -educated on the event, not aware that admission is free. This is one of Singapore’s most celebrated and attended [...]
Published by Ryan on March 8th, 2009 tagged Arts & Culture, Beauty, Travel | Comment now »
Glamorous Phuket
Phuket is a true island paradise. Located in Thailand on the Andaman Sea, Phuket is a popular island getaway not just for the world’s rich and famous, but for tourists from all over Thailand and southeast Asia. The island is a haven of sand, sun, and shady palm trees. It’s a great place to escape [...]
Published by Ryan on March 8th, 2009 tagged Travel | Comment now »
Cape Town
With a strong heritage, vibrant cultural life, and a population second only to Johannesburg, Cape Town is one of the best places to visit in all of southern Africa. Sandwiched between sparkling coastline and majestic mountain ranges, the city is an exciting blend of traditional charm and modern urban life. Cape Town is proud of [...]
Published by Ryan on March 6th, 2009 tagged Travel | Comment now »
Natural World Singapore
Tourism and business has been a long standing boom to to Singapore’s economy, whether it from the cafes and festivals and luxury hotels Singapore is a magnet, drawing the rest of the world to the island. On aspect that threatens this is the consideration of storms. Not just the typical tropical mist or, even monsoon. [...]
Published by Ryan on March 2nd, 2009 tagged Environment, Travel | Comment now »
Development Slowing in Dubai, UAE
The global credit crisis is beginning to affect the future of developments in Dubai, UAE. The first Formula One theme park was scheduled to open later this year in Dubai Motor City. However, investors just announced a delay in completion of the park. They now hope to open in 2010, unless new financing can be [...]