Over-50s 'becoming more adventurous with holidays'

People in their 50s are becoming more adventurous when it comes to choosing their holiday destinations, with many now opting for exotic locations rather than heading to tried and tested resorts.

The trend has been noted by Tom Hall at Lonely Planet, who explained it is often older travellers who are looking to get guides to places like central Asia and book tickets on the Trans-Siberian railway.

"I think some of the most popular ones will probably be some of the destinations that are maybe more popular with travellers, with India, south-east Asia being examples," Mr Hall said.

Reference

Sumo event comes to Thailand to commemorate King's birthday

The first ever official sumo wrestling competition was held in Thailand over the weekend to commemorate His Majesty the King's 84th birthday.

Sumo was brought to Thailand as part of an ongoing cultural exchange between the country and Japan, one that looks set to continue.

The sport, while described as a modern martial art, is a centuries old tradition in Japan.

HRH Princess Soamsawali watched the tournament's opening ceremony and the event was broadcast on live television.

Many big-name wrestlers were flown over to compete, including Tochiozan, Tochinoshin, Tochinowaka, Kimurayama, Toshinonada and Kasugano Oyakata.

Reference

Abu Dhabi unveils new airport plans

Travellers planning to take flights to Abu Dhabi in the future could be left feeling very impressed by their stay before they have even left the airport.

The Abu Dhabi Government has approved the construction of the new Midfield Terminal Complex, which has a futuristic design.

Abu Dhabi Airports Company announced it had received news that the new terminal can be constructed, which will become the primary gateway into Abu Dhabi and the new home of national airline Etihad Airways.

Reference