Garuda's travel fair to offer unforgettable trips

Now in its firth year, three-day event a plethora of packages offering more than 70 exhibiting participants including arts and heritage centers, resorts and spas, cruise and ocean lines, golf courses, international and national tourism organizations, tour operators and wholesalers, and travel agencies .

This year's theme - An excellent gift from Garuda Indonesia for a memorable trip - was elected national carrier Garuda Indonesia's commitment to promoting at best from the moment the passengers make flight reservations support until their arrival at the destination.

Garuda Indonesia Travel Fair, which is supported by the Tourism and Creative Economy Ministry attracted 51,300 visitors last year and hopes to draw around 55,000 visitors this year.

Garuda Indonesia officially launched its First Class service in June, weeks after the airline won two prestigious awards and was named the eighth best airline in the world at the 2013 Paris Air Show.

To cater to more markets, it plans to open 17 new domestic routes and five international routes including Medan-Padang itself, Batam, Pekanbaru in Riau Islands; Denpasar Bandung, Jakarta-Tanjung Pinang, Surabaya-Singapore, Denpasar Brisbane, Perth-Jakarta, and Jakarta-Osaka.

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Manado, outside its waters

Ten years ago, the capital of North Sulawesi known for its marine park in Bunaken Island. But these days the list of routes within reach of the city has grown with the addition of names like Tomohon, Manado Tondano and even the city itself.

The city is known as the city of the blessing especially after the establishment of the second largest statue of Jesus Christ in the world after the one in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Since the majority of the residents are either Christian, Catholic or is Advent Christians, Manado also known as the City of Churches.

Visitors sometimes find it confusing to distinguish between Manado and Minahasa. Manado is the capital of the province, while Minahasa refers to the name of the wider region as well as the majority group of people in the province of North Sulawesi.

Manado today developed into a city with shopping malls and modern concept restaurants and lounges. But one can still enjoy views of the ocean and the mountains, without traveling far from the downtown area.

A famous attraction in Manado is larger Tomohon, a charming small town accessible by car or public transport. The trip to Tomohon itself is quite a nice one.

What to See

The Jesus Christ statue can already be seen while traveling from Manado Sam Ratulangi Airport. To get a good idea of ​​whether to take the statue visitors usually go to the Citraland residential area where it is located.

From there, the next stop Manado city of Tomohon to propel Mahawu mountain, up which is a good choice for a nice walk with easy access to the peak.

If a more serious hiker, you can Klabat Mountain, which is the highest in the province, the best choice.

While Mount Lokon is still likely to be closed due to recent outbreaks, Klabat Berg is no longer considered active. Before climbing, one can first relax by enjoying the hot springs, which can be found near the mountains easily.

Besides hiking and diving, there are to do in Manado, such as exploring the history and architecture. Enough activities.

Miss World 2013 Bali

The ceremony, which Indonesian artists like Lea Simanjuntak, Daniel Christanto, Novita Dewi, Kamasean, Mikha Angelo, New Direction and Ung featured, was broadcast from the Mangupura Hall at the Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali.

Hundreds of dancers were involved in the jaw-dropping two-hour show. The Kecak dance by I Ketut Rina was performed by 150 dancers.

Sixteen participants performed the Kipas Cendana dance, which was choreographed by world renowned Indonesian choreographer Eko Supriyanto.

"We have had a total of about seven hours for rehearsal. I feel great and I know the other girls feel great as well," said Miss Canada, Camille Munro, on stage after the performance.

The ladies who run the Kipas Cendana dance are part of the 129 participants represent their country. Seventeen of the countries are either rookies or returning after an absence been participants of the event.

Miss World Organization Julia Morley chair explained at the press conference on Saturday that the selection of Indonesia as the host for the Miss World 2013 a difficult decision to make had not been. The people and culture of Indonesia played as much part as her natural beauty in the choice.

The event has been the subject of controversy as some organizations expressed their concerns in Indonesia, one of the reasons cited was the bikini controversial issue. But regarding this, Morley said the bikini segment is not required for the last eight years.

Morley urged those who do not fully understand the Miss World to the essence of the event, which, according to her, is to learn. Wonderful thing

"We can be proud that Indonesia was chosen to host the 63rd Miss World are. It is an opportunity for Indonesia to show its natural and cultural beauty," says Liliana Tanoesoedibjo, President of Miss Indonesia Organization.