21 February 2008
While the spring and summer holidays feel far away, it is time to start planning now to make sure that you can get the flights and prices that you want. To help you with your planning, we have a guide to the Year of Travel in 2008 below.
Formula 1 Grand Prix, Kuala Lumpur, 21-23 March Once again, Malaysia hosts one of the top international sport events in 2008. Join more than 50,000 spectators at the circuit for this breath-taking Formula 1 race. Hong Kong Rugby Sevens, 28-30 March One of the world's premier Rugby Sevens Tournament with teams from the top rugby nations. Even if you aren't a rugby fan, this is a party that can't be missed. Buddhist New Year, Laos & Thailand, 12-16 April Celebrate the Buddhist New Year & Water Festival, and be prepared to get wet! Best place to celebrate is Luang Prubang, Laos and Chiang Mai, Thailand. Vietnam National Day, 30 April and Labour Day, 1 May Take an extra day off work for a 5-day holiday within Vietnam or to nearby destinations in Asia. Book now as flights book up quickly! Hue Festival, 3-11 June Held once every two years, the Hue Festival features music, arts, and dancing, drawing thousands to the ancient capital of Vietnam. Great Singapore Shopping Sale, 23 May – 23 July Shopping, one of Singapore’s favorite pastimes, climaxes during this big sale with discounts up to 70% on pretty much everything and everywhere. Rainforest World Music Festival in Borneo, Malaysia, 11-13 July
In its 11th year, this festival gathers thousands of music artists and music lovers from all around the world to the jungle of Borneo for creative workshops during the days and musical performance each night.
Miss Universe 2008, Nha Trang, 15 July
Vietnam for the first time will host Miss Universe, with 80 contestants competing for its world famous crown and televised to over 1 billion viewers around the world.
2008 Olympics, Beijing, China, 8-24 August China has been preparing for years to showcase the country to the world. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience China in all of its glory and to see world-class sports. Bon Om Touk, Phnom Penh, Cambodia 11-13 November Three-day water festival with boat races and carnival, with people coming from the villages of Cambodia and the world to join the festivities.
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