Cultural Dubai

Men Beladi - meaning 'from my country'. This is a celebration of the rich culture and traditions of the United Arab Emirates. The event is scheduled from 16:00 - 22:00 through 19 - 28 July 2006 at the Bin Sougat Centre shopping mall in Dubai. The event is aimed at giving visitors and younger generations of Dubai nationals an insight into the traditional way of life in the UAE.

During the 10 days of Men Beladi local experts in traditional arts, crafts and cuisine will exhibit their expertise and compete against one another to find the best in their specialist fields. Visitors will be able to watch as Arabic perfumes (Mokhalat), henna designs, regional food (Harees), traditional sweets (Lougaymat) and Arabic coffee (Qahwah) are made, while the whole mall will be transformed to create a traditional atmosphere with live shows and cultural performers.

Call Select World Travel on 01684 577007 or enquiries@selectworldtravel.co.uk for more details

Travel Trade Gazette Agent Awards 2006

Designed to recognise the best agents and agencies, the TTG Agent Awards 2006 are divided into four regions to represent the whole of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Judged by a panel of respected agents and travel industry experts, each of the four regional Awards will be celebrated at a prestigious location with a gala dinner and lavish after-show party.

Select World Travel are delighted to be shortlisted in Three Categories for the TTG Agent Awards to be held for The Midlands and Wales region on Thursday 29th June at The Holiday Inn, City Centre in Birmingham. The awards are being presented by Martin Kemp of Spandau Ballet and Eastenders fame.

Select World Travel have been Shortlisted as finalists in the Category of BEST SALESPERSON for Elaine Robinson. BEST AGENCY INNOVATION for it's blogsite and use of Educational Portfolios using Flickr and Filmloop and BEST MARKETING CAMPAIGN for it's Marketing of The Holiday Show held at the Malvern Theatres complex

JOIN HURTIGRUTEN - IN SEARCH OF THE NORTHERN LIGHTS

Since human kind first experienced the natural phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis, we have been spellbound by their extraordinary beauty as they shimmer against the inky backdrop of a starry night sky. These celestial displays of greens, yellows and reds that dance like a sheet blowing in the wind have, over time, inspired artists and poets, aroused myths and legends.

There is no better way to experience the Northern Lights than by sailing through the sheltered coastal waters, on board a ship from the Hurtigruten fleet with the Aurora Borealis set against a dark sky, free from artificial light. As we sail through the Arctic twilight, we become one with the peaceful atmosphere that descends us. Clusters of houses glow like embers along the coast, small towns become cosy refuges as we pull into harbour to welcome new passengers on board, and the backdrop of snow-clad mountains reflect the polar light to bathe us in eerie shades.

Nature offers some of the greatest opportunities to see wildlife along Norwegian shores, and there is an exciting range of winter activities available, both on land and on board our ships. Opportunities include spotting animated pods of Orca, snuggling up warm in an ice hotel, being led by huskies on an unforgettable dog-sledge safari, snowmobiling across frozen lands, or venturing through ice caves in the realm of the polar bear.

Voyage with us to the heart of Arctic Norway, on a selection of short breaks and adventures that offer a true winter experience in search of the mystical Northern Lights. Call Select World Travel on 01684 577007 or e-mail enquiries@selectworldtravel for more details

SELECT WORLD TRAVEL AND TAPESTRY 91

About Tapestry 91
When Nick Wrightman first conceived Tapestry Holidays, back in 1991, his plan was a simple one, "My mother is my fiercest critic, so I thought if I could arrange holidays that my mother would love, everyone else would love them too." Still the owner and Managing Director, Nick certainly succeeded in his aim (and his mother still loves Tapestry's holidays). Over the past 15 years Tapestry has gained an untouchable reputation as a specialist tour operator offering holidays to Turkey, Greece and Croatia, with small tailor made programmes to Morocco and Oman. Regularly appearing at the top of national surveys for guest satisfaction - including an unprecedented three years voted Best Tour Operator in the Telegraph Travel Awards - Nick and the rest of the Tapestry Team are all extremely proud that their holidays are so well liked.Select World Travel are proud to be one of Tapestry Holidays best selling Travel Agents

The aim with Tapestry91 is to take the initial concept that has proved so successful and update it for today's travel environment - after all, a lot has changed since Tapestry started! Taking the best of the existing tailor made programmes, with a few well-researched additions, Tapestry91 puts the emphasis on personal service, combined with the knowledge and experience gained over the past fifteen years as one of the UK's premier tour operators.

Tapestry91's portfolio covers exclusive, sophisticated, off-the-beaten track and unusual locations in Crete, Athens, Oman, Morocco, Dubrovnik, Istanbul, Cappadocia and Star Clipper Cruises. We feature hotels and villas in picturesque, unspoilt or chic locations, together with city breaks, guided tours and bespoke, tailor made holidays.

Much care and attention is given not just to the choice of destinations, but to the individual properties too. Luxurious, prestigious or quirky; our properties are hand picked with the greatest of care to ensure our guests experience only the very best. No matter what is desired - a designer villa with stunning views and five star service, a traditional sailing ship, a boutique hotel next to Istanbul's historic sites, or a six-star luxury hotel on a white sand Indian Ocean Beach with every whim catered for - you may be assured that Tapestry91's holidays are the perfect choice for the more discerning traveller.