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New Zealand Wine

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New Zealand wine is distinctive for its purity, vibrancy and intensity. The long ripening period - a result of cool temperatures - allows flavour development whilst retaining fresh acidity, a balance for which New Zealand wines are renowned. There are a number of distinct major winegrowing regions spread throughout New Zealand, with the majority on the East coast of the Islands in the rain shadow of the mountains. New Zealand organic grape and wine production is on the rise, as more growers at every level of the industry turn to organic practices in their quest for sustainability. Vintage 2011 will see organic grapes harvested from over 1400 hectares of vines on 112 vineyards, over half of which are fully certified organic, with the rest certified in conversion to organic production. New Zealand Wine – Pure Discovery New Zealand is a land like no other. New Zealand wine is an experience like no other. Our special combination of soil, climate and water, our innovati

Antwerp, Belgium: the perfect break

Antwerp's artistic treasures offer rich reward to the discerning weekender It may be 350 years since Antwerp's political and economic heyday, but it was some heyday. Between 1500 and 1650, the Flemish city was one of the most powerful and influential trading centres in the world, dominating the lucrative pepper, silver and textiles markets (the diamonds came later). Much of the vast wealth generated – some historians call it the richest city in Europe – was poured into the arts. The squares were beautified, the churches and cathedral embellished, and a thriving artistic community grew up on the back of lavish commissions for portraits and religious art. Among the painters born, trained or drawn here were Gossaert, the subject of a major retrospective about to open at the National Gallery in London, Frans Hals, Teniers, Jordaens, Brueghel, Rubens and Van Dyke. Antwerp remains one of the most culturally fascinating and under-appreciated cities in Europe, and ideally

Sabah - Malaysian Borneo

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Ultimate Tourism is the only company in India to get fabulous deals in Sabah along with the local government support.  Sabah, the Malaysian Borneo Situated on the beautiful island of Borneo, Sabah is one of the thirteen states which Malaysia is made of. Sabah is the second largest state in Malaysia and shares the island of Borneo with Sarawak, Brunei, and Indonesian Kalimantan. Sabah is richly blessed with nature diversity, unique cultures, fun adventure, beautiful beaches, and fantastic cuisines for the adventurous taste buds. We have it all, from the world’s largest flower - the Rafflesia, one of the highest mountains is South East Asia - Mount Kinabalu, to one of the world’s top dive sites - Sipadan Island. Not only will you be amazed by the places to see and things to do here, you will also be treated with unique Sabahan hospitality. Explore the unique culture and tradition of Sabah and get ready to experience sweet memories to last a lifetime! Kota Kinabalu (Capital Ci