This move into Asian markets has become ever more important as US and European brands have sought to compensate for less favourable currency exchange conditions and weaker wholesale markets, both impairing brand revenue growth and both the result of the present economic downturn. The extent of these currency fluctuations can be highlighted by considering that were the cost of a product to have remained stable at 100 units of currency, due to recent financial market fluctuations it would be valued at 101 units of currency in Japan, 112 units of currency in China and ...

Foodies all over the world may be tempted to book Madrid hotels when they see the programme for this year's Gastrofestival in the Spanish capital. Running from January 24th to February 6th 2011, the occasion offers a huge variety of cuisine-related activities to get involved in. Naturally there will be food tastings, special markets and cooking sessions taking place all over the city - some of which are quite novel, such as the blindfold dinner that aims to heighten the senses. However, the fun does not stop there, with several food and drink-related films being ...

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Milan's prestigious Teatro alla Scala will stage a performance of L'histoire de Manon by Kenneth MacMillan. The ballet will run from January 27th to February 11th 2011 and star several world-class dancers, making it an attractive prospect for enthusiasts staying at the luxury hotels Milan has available around the time. L'histoire de Manon tells the story of a young woman who falls prey to world's depravity as a result of her naivety and "dangerously innocent charm", according to the organisers. "MacMillan's ballet has always attracted the world's leading danseurs ...

Travellers booked into the accommodation Seville offers in February should consider taking in a performance by flamenco singer Carmen Linares. Linares is acclaimed in Spain as one of the finest vocalists currently in the genre and is sure to deliver a passionate and energetic show in Seville. Andalucia is seen by many to be the heart and soul of the music style, making it a truly authentic experience for tourists to enjoy a performance during their stay in Seville. Linares takes her stage surname from the town where she grew up in Jaen - her real name is Carmen ...

Malaysian vocalist Francissca Peter will be performing in Kuala Lumpur next month for a concert that has been organised as part of the Federal Territory Day celebrations. Peter, who has been a part of the south-east Asian country's music industry for more than three decades, will take to the stage at the Istana Budaya on February 5th and 6th 2011. As well as providing a treat for Malaysians living in the vicinity of the capital city, the show is an opportunity for people staying in Kuala Lumpur hotels to discover more about one of the nation's most-loved acts. Her ...

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On Sunday, January 9th at 2:00 pm, Clarke Auction's First Sale of the New Year will feature 475+ lots drawn from estates in Pelham, East and West Sides, Park Avenue, Forest Hills, Greenwich, Scarsdale, Larchmont and Riverdale. Antique highlights include antique furniture: two 18th Century Continental commodes, a c.1800 French Provincial fruitwood armoire, twelve 19th C. French Louis XVI style mahogany side chairs with bronze borders and caned seats and backs; a 19th C. Italian cabinet and a ladies' walnut desk, a set of twelve Regency rosewood dining chairs, an English ...

Ariel Laboratories, a custom product development laboratory headquartered in South Plainfield, NJ, is pleased to announce the formulation of a complete line of glycolic/salicylic acid skin care products, which target acne-prone skin, aging skin and hyper-pigmentation conditions and promote skin rejuvenation. According to Peter Bohm, president and CEO of Ariel Laboratories, "Glycolic is a natural fruit acid or alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), derived from sugar cane. It works as a highly effective exfoliant to slough off dead skin, which results in a more youthful glow and minimizes ...

"Mobi-RolePlay" is an application developed by KnowledgeShift that allows individuals to practice various conversations and verbal skills. Originally developed to teach sales people how to better qualify prospects, the creative team from KnowledgeShift has now added interviewing skills, language training and will be deploying various samples for children and teens with autism and Asperger's. "Our next release will be for more viral conversations," states Nancy Munro, CEO, "We are building a link into social media tools like Facebook so that our clients can build interactive ...

Giving back to the communities in which it builds is a core value of Pardee Homes. While outreach continues year-around, the holiday season marks a time of extra effort by company staff and management. "We are making our contributions in time, money and gifts stretch as far as they can, because the need is acute," said Mike McGee, president and chief executive officer of the LA-based homebuilder. "We see it not as sacrifice but as a tremendous reward--helping those less fortunate really makes the holidays bright for all of us at Pardee Homes." Pardee Homes finances ...

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Just over a year ago, Dr. Grant Stevens of Marina Plastic Surgery Associates (www.losangelesbreastreduction.com) began his informational blog about plastic surgery, the Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Insider. He is celebrating a year of dedicated content about breast reduction surgery, tummy tucks and face lifts, among other things. He plans to continue to offer his "insider" perspective on all the latest plastic surgery news, research, and innovations in the coming year. "I think blogging is truly a great way to inform people about plastic surgery," says Dr. Stevens. ...

Parents taking their children on holiday with them to Liverpool hotels could provide heaps of entertainment for their youngsters by purchasing tickets for Thomas and Friends. The production is being staged at the Liverpool Empire on February 4th and 5th 2011, with five performances taking place over those two days. Attendees will be able to enjoy the antics of all of the original trains from Thomas the Tank Engine - such as Percy, James and Gordon - as well as some fresh characters including a circus troupe. The show combines singing, dancing and an entertaining ...

Car enthusiasts should be sure to get their hands on some tickets for Retromobile 2011 in February. The exhibition will take place at Porte de Versailles and showcase all manner of vehicles for people to appreciate. Guests at Paris hotels can expect to see plenty of vintage racing cars at the fair, in addition to more peculiar machines such as steam-powered cars from the 19th century. And this year the organisers have revealed there will also be a range of classic motorcycles on display and an increased focus on cars from the 1970s and 1980s. Some other highlights ...

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Motorcycle enthusiasts, trade figures and music lovers are set to descend on Dubai next month for the 2011 Gulf Bike Week. The event is the only one of its kind in the Middle East and is dedicated to showing off the latest innovations in sports bikes, cruisers, all-terrain and off-road vehicles, accessories and much more. Interest in the spectacle is likely to be high, with more than 30,000 visitors attending last year's edition, plus 1,000 members of the media. With such a large number of people expected to pass through the doors at the emirate's Festival City venue, ...

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Family dentist in Lombard, Dr. Mohammed Salamah, has generated a new educational library via his practice's website to further educate patients on dental health. The patient education library for this dentist in Lombard covers a wide array of topics related to the different phases of dentistry. Patients are encouraged to look through the topics whenever an interest or a concern arises about the function, appearance, comfort or health of their teeth. The professionals at this Lombard cosmetic dentist's office strive to improve the overall health of their patients by ...

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Premier dentist in Gainesville at Tioga Dental Associates, Dr. Cynthia Brush, announces the recent installation of I-Cat and an upgrade to Dexis Platinum digital x-rays. With these additions, this Gainesville family dentist continues her commitment to remaining at the cutting-edge of modern dental technology. In addition, this dentist in Gainesville, FL has signed an exclusive agreement with Straumann - the leading provider of solutions in implant dentistry and dental tissue regeneration. With an exclusive agreement with Straumann this Gainesville dentist can provide ...

Hollywoodsportsbook.com, (www.hollywoodsportsbook.com) a leading online entertainment gaming site since 1997, today announced that it has chosen Mr. James Jablon of Spring Hill, Fl. as its first "Gambler of the Week" in 2011 for his risky decision to live with 2 African Lions for 30 days. Robert Evans, Hollywood's Director of Operations, says "Whew, where do I begin? This may be taking animal activism a bit far. Not only is he obviously gambling with his life in his effort to hope to raise money for his wildlife center, the Wildlife Rehabilitation of Hernando (WROH), ...