Eat, Sleep, Party!

I love going for music festivals, gigs and concerts! I think we all wait for some brilliant artist to come down, and our plans are already made. We know what time the tickets are going on sale, and we are ready to swipe our credit cards, once thats done, we all have to go to Facebook or Twitter and tell everybody 'I have got mine' Its become an everyday thing now. But everyone will agree, that we love going for such concerts, guzzling a few shots, doing our crazy dance, and getting back home with a big bag of memories. I am all set for the new year and I thought of posting the top 5 music concerts and festivals you could go for and have a blast. These ones are on my bucket list and I am sure they are all going to be checked soon!

ULTRA (MIAMI, USA)

Attendance: 330,000 in 2013

Acts: 300+

Stages: 7

Despite the existence of dozens of other electronic music festivals, Ultra is the one that sold out of early bird tickets in four minutes, and advance tickets in twenty for their 2014 session. Maybe it’s because they’ve consistently gotten any DJ who’s made even the most remote splash in electronic music to play on their stages, and because those stages have now been to six other countries: Spain, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, South Korea, and Croatia, whose inaugural edition in 2013 saw 108,000 live spectators and another 700,000 online. Meanwhile, in the US, an addition of three more festival days made no difference in the show selling out.

 Bacardi NH7 Weekender in Pune

Where: Laxmi Lawns, near Magarpatta City, Pune

Thanks to top-notch production quality and an exciting lineup, artists and audiences agree that the three-day NH7 Weekender is the best organized indie music festival in the country.

“The people that come to the festival are hardened music lovers, it’s excellent to play for this kind of an audience,” says Swarathma bassist Jishnu Dasgupta.

Some 10,000 people are expected to find a spot in the sprawling seven-hectare space for this year's festival. 

Sunburn

Where: Candolim beach, Goa

For sheer size, consistency and being in that sunshine state called Goa, Sunburn is championed as Asia’s best electronic music festival by its promoters.

Not in its fifth year, 2011 is expected to be the biggest yet. More than 100,000 people are expected at the three-day beach dance party.

Locals have been complaining about the frustrating traffic because of the festival. But it’s hard to worry about the world outside when there’s a neon-colored stage, sand under your feet, the ocean behind you and EDM in your ears. 

TomorrowLand

Boom, Belgium's Tomorrowland is one of the biggest electronic music festivals in the world. ID&T makes sure to include fanciful stage design, innovative decorations and attractions, and a superior line-up of the biggest and best DJs in the dance music scene. It's turned into its own world, and you can feel the magic people experience at the festival when they speak on it. 2013 is the year that ID&T brought TomorrowLand to the U.S. as TomorrowWorld another huge step in helping nurture the American EDM scene, as well as keeping the TomorrowLand vibe alive.

Celebrate new years eve with a bang!

We are already  in the month of November! Have you'll already started short-listing where you are going for your new year eve? A lot of us prefer sitting at home to avoid the over-crowded restaurants, or most of them have these small little parties at clubs and pubs. While some people like making it big, travel to places to celebrate and start off the new year. Here are a few destination, which I thought would help you chose a destination for the new year eve, and if not I would at least put in the thought that you could possibly just pack your bags, leave and kick-start your new year.

1.New York City

Few places rival the atmosphere of New Year's Eve in New York City, home to one of the night's most memorable events -- the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Drop. A custom dating back to 1907, the iconic ball -- a 12-foot glittering sphere weighing 11,875 pounds -- is dropped each year at the turn of midnight from a flagpole on top of One Times Square, as the square is blitzed with one ton of shimmering confetti.

2. Paris

Paris lives up to its "city of lights" nickname come New Year's Eve, with fireworks dazzling the city streets and thousands of party-goers hitting the streets, bars and clubs to see in theNouvelle Anné. In the heart of the city, the Eiffel Tower forms the centerpiece for a spectacular lightshow and fireworks display, and the surrounding Champs-Elysees area comes alive with a massive street party. 

3. London

One of the last capitals in Europe to see in the New Year, London pulls out all the stops for the biggest party of the year. Over 250,000 people cram along the boats and banks of the River Thames and its surrounding bars and restaurants for a prime view of the night's events. 

4. Hawaii

One of the last places in the world to enter the New Year, New Year's Eve in Hawaii is sure to be a party worth waiting for. Bring in 2013 on the beach, with glittering fireworks displays illuminating the beachfronts at Aloha Tower, Waikiki and Ko Olina on Oahu; Wailea, Hana and Manele Bay on Maui; and Poipu Beach on Kauai.

5. Vienna

With its snow-trimmed streets still aglow with festive illuminations and the city's famous Christmas markets transformed into New Year fairs, Vienna is an atmospheric place to spend New Year's Eve. Hundreds of thousands take to the streets of Vienna to witness the city's fireworks at the Wiener Prater fun fair, but the city also hosts over a vast number of balls, galas and concerts that bring a touch of old age elegance to the proceedings. 

6. Melbourne

Hosting more than half a million people, Melbourne's vibrant New Year's Eve celebrations feature two official fireworks displays, with celebrations starting off the evening in Yarra Park. The city's impressive midnight display showers the entire city with color, with rockets launched from rooftops around central Melbourne and the Victoria Harbour. 

7. Sydney

One of the world's first cities to celebrate the New Year, Sydney's fantastical New Year's Eve lightshow is renowned around the globe. The towering Sydney Harbour Bridge is the centerpiece for celebrations with two fireworks displays set off from river barges and rooftops, and elaborate pyrotechnic displays setting Sydney Harbour and the iconic Opera House on fire. 

8. Whistler

For an action-packed New Year's Eve, Whistler makes the perfect location to tick some winter adventures off your bucket list. Spend the day snowboarding or snowmobiling, check out the free Festival of Lights exhibit at Millennium Place, then hit the icy lakes for a moonlit ice skate to kick start the celebrations.

Pack your essentials!

Planning a holiday? Destinations may vary but irrespective of where you are heading to some items should be packed for travel regardless of the mode and the destination. There are so many times that you forget the most essential things while you are traveling, to avoid this , here is a list of travel essentials for a happy and comfy journey.

Sunscreen

Whether you are planning a trip to the mountains or a beach holiday, sunscreen is a necessity. The sun on slopes is just as strong and damaging to the skin as the sun on a beach. But you may not sense it because of the cold climate.

Prescription medicines

Make sure there are enough doses to last for the entire trip. It can be difficult to refill prescriptions out of town and almost impossible to refill them overseas.

Hand sanitiser

Hand sanitiser is a great way to keep hands clean and germ free when travelling in areas where clean water may not always be available.

First aid kit

A first aid kit is always a good idea especially if traveling in an area where you do not speak the language.

Camera

Dont forget to carry your camera and camera batteries. I feel clicking pictures is the best part on any vacation. You have so many memories which you could possibly capture, get it back and show your friends and family.

Smartphone

These days, there are so many apps like Google translate, currency converter, weather forecast apps that help you have the perfect vacation without a glitch. Download these apps are you are ready to go!

Ziplock bags

Ziplock bags are great for packing toiletries which might leak in a suitcase. The seal on the bag will keep most liquids inside even if the bottle leaks.

Photocopies

Photocopies of important documents like passports, drivers licenses and even credit cards should be packed in your suitcase. All the suitcases that you are carrying should have the photocopies of these documents. If a wallet or a purse is stolen, the copies make it easier to replace these documents.

Travel maps

Travel maps of the area make finding your way in a strange place easier. Members of auto clubs can usually get maps of most cities at no charge. Obtain maps before leaving on a trip to make sightseeing easier.

Honeymoon extravaganza!

My brother is getting married in December and we cousins had a round table conference for roughly 3 hours to help him decide his honeymoon destination, but unfortunately, couldn't do so. So to help him out, I started browsing the net, trying to find out which are 'the top 5 destination for honeymooners' After going through the ample options, I decided to pick these five keeping in mind the couples interest.  I realized that it is important to pick the right destination, keep in mind the weather, the activities there in order to have the best vacation. After a lot of research, i have short-listed 5 and they are as follows:



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1.Malaysia

Malaysia “EndlessDIiversity” If you have never traveled to Southeast Asia before, Malaysia is the right place to start from. It is really surprising how much Malaysia has to offer: from relaxing white sand islands where you can simply relax on untouched white sand beaches, to rich rainforests where you can encounter a combination of jungle vegetation and stunning orangutans as well as lively towns with great shopping opportunities. To name a few, a visit to Penang islands with their turquoise waters and jungle surroundings is a must; Petronas Towers of Kuala Lumpur, which is a city of astonishing skyscrapers, vibrant nightlife and exclusive shopping should also be included on the list; and the orangutan Sanctuary of Borneo.

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2.Bali

Boali “Tropical Honeymoon” One of over 14,000 islands in the Indonesian Archipelago, Bali is recommended as an idyllic honeymoon destination. It is a romantic tropical island that offers superb beaches, lovely sunsets, jungle vegetation and mostly a rich culture that you can enjoy through the celebration of festivals, music, dances and temples. In addition, it is famous for its delicious cuisine made with the best local spices.The charming island of Bali is a land of serenity and natural wonders that stretch from the peak of Mount Agung to the white golden beaches of Kuta Bali. 

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3.Italy

Italy “Romance in Gondola”  has always been renowned as the best place for european honeymoon destinations. The reason is that it possesses a huge variety of charming and varied sceneries coupled with a rich culture of history and arts.If we could try to suggest a single combination, among many varied options of Italian cities, the best would be Rome, florence and Venice. Rome would be for the arts, amazing architecture, rich history and Roman empire. 

 

4. South Africa

South Africa “UnforgettableTWild Honeymoon” The traditional way of thinking is that the typical honeymoon must be an island getaway where you relax and spend some romantic time enjoying the beach. . It has several attractions, of which the most famous are Table Mountain and Cape Point, as well as the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront and Kirsten Bostch Botanical Garden. You can spend some time on its lovely beaches; so you can still get the beach and relaxation part of the honeymoon. or you can simply head to Durban, which enjoys wonderful climate year-round and fantastic tourist.

5.Maldives Islands

 “SecludedgTetaway” There is no better way to escape from the hectic lifestyle than to visit the Maldives. It is an archipelago of 1,190 islands situated in the Indian ocean, offering 100 different island resorts you can select from.  All these factors make the Maldives one of the top tropical beach destinations. from the moment you land on the deserted island, you will forget all your stress.one of the best things to do in the Maldives is to pamper yourselves to spa treatments, as each island is a natural spa in itself. 

He finally decided to go Maldives, and I am so glad that I could help him decide. I will be glad if you too have some of your honeymoon experiences or selected destinations to share.