2012

  • China HolidaysHong-Kong-China-flag

    Hong Kong Public Holidays 2012

    Just thinking of Hong Kong movie icons like Bruce Lee, whose statue can be seen at the harbour tower, will make you realize how much there is still to enjoy here in Hong Kong during public holidays 2012. Tourists from…

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  • Australian HolidaysNew South Wales Flag

    NSW Public Holidays 2012

    As a cultural and sophisticated State, New South Wales (NSW) is known for its leisure activities like swimming, bushwalking, sailing, and surfing. Visitors during NSW public holidays 2012 would love getting involved in going to the movies, attending live theatre, music as well…

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  • Irish HolidaysSt Andrews Day Scotland Flag

    St. Andrew’s Day 2012

    When is St. Andrew’s Day 2012? This year St. Andrew’s Day falls on 30 November 2012. It is considered to be a feast day in honor of Saint Andrew who was an enthusiastic saint of Scotland. In 2006, the Scottish Parliament declared…

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  • Public HolidaysSongkran

    Songkran 2013

    The Significance of Songkran – Thailand’s Traditional New Year What is Songkran, but the traditional Thai New Year festival that embraces love, compassion, goodwill, and being grateful for everything good and noble. Songkran comes from the word Sankskrit, which means move or…

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  • China HolidaysRamadan

    Ramadan 2013

    Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr: Muslim Celebrations Ramadan begins on 9 July 2013. Muslims all over the world practice fasting (sawm) for the a whole month during what they call Ramadan. You may be curious to learn more about what it is,…

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  • American HolidaysThanksgiving Day

    Thanksgiving 2015

    Thanksgiving Celebrations Around The World Thanksgiving day is a way to express heartfelt appreciation for the harvest received. This day is observed in many different ways around the world, and is generally considered as a special holiday celebration day that brings about…

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  • China HolidaysNational SIngapore Day Parade

    Singapore National Day 2012

    Date of National Day of Singapore 2012 National Day is celebrated on August 9th 2012 Why Singapore National Day Has Great Significance To Its Inhabitants Back in 1966, Singapore celebrated their first National Day, which was one year after they…

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  • China HolidaysVesakha Buddhists

    Vesak Day 2012 (Vesakha): Buddhist Day

    Date of Vesak Day in Asian Countries During 2012 As the Buddha teachings are widely accepted due to its teachings of calmness, peace and love shown, the United Nations have declared Vesak day as International Day. Dates of Vesak Day in…

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  • Australian HolidaysMelbourne Cup Day

    Melbourne Cup Day 2012 / 2013

    Melbourne Cup Day 2012, 2013 in Australia When is Melbourne Cup Day – November 6, 2012 – Observed on November 5, 2013 This is the day when Australia’s thoroughbred horses take to the racecourse which normally happens on the first…

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  • China HolidaysHari Raya Qurban

    Hari Raya Qurban 2012 / 2013

    Hari Raya Qurban Festival When is Hari Raya Qurban? Hari raya qurban – October 26th in 2012 and celebrated on October 15th in 2013 Similar in name to Hari Raya Haji or Hari Raya Puasa– Feast of the sacrifice that is…

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