Aloha, Hawaii

With the launch of direct flights between China and Hawaii on Aug 9, Beijing UTour International Travel will offer bulk discounts for a nine-day Hawaii tour package. Patrons will also get a chance to win prizes in a lucky draw and walk away with 500 to 2,000 yuan ($77-310) worth of tour credits. There will be six draws from July 22 to Aug 26, with results announced on Fridays. To find out more, call 010-6448-9696.

Summer tranquility at Angsana spas

For true peace of mind this summer, be pampered at one of the international Angsana Spas. Conceptualized, developed and managed by the award-winning Banyan Tree Resorts group, the spas promise to deliver standards of excellence that have become synonymous with the Banyan Tree brand. Through Aug 31, guests can enjoy promotional prices in Angsana resorts in Dubai, Egypt and Qatar and enjoy spa treatments in serene open-air pavilions or in the cool air-conditioned comfort of indoor treatment rooms. Log on at www.angsanaspa.com to find out more.

HK International Arts Carnival

Hong Kong is going to host a summer arts festival for children, teenagers and their families. From July 8 to Aug 14, HK International Arts Carnival offers a wide array of entertaining and creative programs that are healthy and educational, catering to audiences of different ages. Go to www.hkiac.gov.hk for details.

Crave Sydney Food Festival

The annual Crave Sydney International Food Festival in October promises an exciting lineup of superstar chefs, a spicy South American theme, and hundreds of city and regional events. From Oct 1 to 31, the festival celebrates Sydney as a global dining destination enhanced by regional New South Wales produce and wine. Log on to cravesydney.com for details.

(China Daily 07/24/2011 page16)