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long-awaited trip or much anticipated trip?

• Thread starter MakeEachDayCount
• Start date Jun 11, 2013

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• Jun 11, 2013

I think they are interchangeable. Both mean that you have been looking forward to going on the trip for a long time.  

Thanks for your help Misterk.  

I wouldn't say that "much anticipated" necessarily means someone has " been looking forward to going on the trip for a long time" - it just means that someone is eagerly awaiting the trip. If I told my family today that we're going to Scotland next week, that would certainly be a much anticipated trip!  

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Can you tell us the source of the sentence? If you wrote it: If it was anticipated or long awaited, why did it come as a surprise ?  

The original sentence was "The good surprise of this school year was the long awaited trip to London" The students had been waiting for two years to go there.  

To me, the trip could be a surprise, even if it was long awaited. They've known for two years that the trip would happen some time, but it came as a surprise when they heard it would be tomorrow/at the weekend/next Tuesday/or whatever.  

• Jun 12, 2013

I see HeyPresto's point (assuming the trip was anticipated at all), but I think you're suggesting that the timing was the surprise. So this would make sense to me: The good surprise was the long hoped-for trip to the UK ... OR: The good surprise was the sudden announcement of ...  

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US Defense Secretary to make much-awaited visit to South-east Asia

WASHINGTON - United States Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's visit to Singapore to deliver the July 27 Fullerton lecture is seen as much-awaited affirmation of the importance of South-east Asia in Washington's Indo Pacific strategy which is increasingly determined by the US response to the rise and reach of China.

Mr Austin, a retired four-star general, will travel to Singapore, Vietnam and the Philippines from Friday, Pentagon press secretary John Kirby announced on Monday (July 19).

The trip will be the first to the region by a top member of the Biden administration.

"Secretary Austin's visit will demonstrate the importance the Biden-Harris administration places on South-east Asia and on Asean as an essential part of the Indo-Pacific's architecture," Mr Kirby said.

"This trip will underscore the enduring US commitment to the region, and our interest in upholding the rules-based international order in the region and promoting Asean centrality," he added.

On Monday night, Mr Austin tweeted: "Strong alliances & partnerships are key to supporting a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific. That's why I'm visiting Singapore, Vietnam, & the Philippines later this week, & I'm looking forward to delivering the 40th… Fullerton Lecture on the evening of July 27th."

Many see the trip as not too soon.

This is the first visit by a senior US cabinet member to Singapore - where Washington has yet to nominate an ambassador. Mr Austin has travelled to Europe twice, and also visited Japan, South Korea and India.

This has led some analysts to wonder how much priority the Biden Administration assigned to South-east Asia. Mr Austin's speech next week will be closely watched in a region which many see as drifting into China's orbit by default.

This has not gone unnoticed in Washington. "For an effective Asia strategy, for an effective Indo-Pacific approach, you must do more in Southeast Asia," Kurt Campbell, the National Security Council's Indo-Pacific coordinator, said at an Asia Society event on July 6.

Mr Austin had planned to lead a delegation in June to the annual Shangri-La Dialogue, but the resurgent Covid-19 pandemic forced organisers to cancel the event. At that meeting, he could have also met China's Defense Minister Wei Fenghe. Thus far, Mr Austin has not met any top Chinese official, which many have interpreted as a snub by Beijing although there have been no meetings between senior officials on both sides since a high level dialogue in Alaska in March.

Currently the number two at the US State Department, Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman, is in Asia on a swing through Japan, South Korea and Mongolia - but not China.

Mr Austin's visit to Southeast Asia is welcome and timely, said Dr Satu Limaye, director of the East West Centre in Washington DC. "This is part of the Biden Administration's turn to Southeast Asia," he said.

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Dambadiva Pilgrimage (10 Days – Luxury Tour)

• Locations Agra , Bodhgaya , Delhi , Kushinagar , Lumbini , Sankassa
• Tour Type Cultural
• Activities Pilgrimages
• Trip Duration 10 Day(s) 10 Night(s)
• During a nine-night and ten-day VIP tour to Dambadiva, which includes several destinations, you can also take part in a series of programmes
• Sheela (observance of austerities)
• Meditation programmes
• Milk food (kiri ahara) poojas
• Flowers and requisite poojas
• Almsgiving ceremonies

Colombo - Delhi - Varanasi

The much-awaited experience will begin with the departure from Katunayake Airport to Delhi. You will then get on board a flight to Varanasi from Delhi Airport. On arrival at Varanasi Airport, you will be accompanied to the hotel. Marking the beginning of a meritorious journey, you will be worshipping;

• The Sammuka Stupa
• The Jambudvipa Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple

Having listened to the Dhammachakka Suthraya (Damsak Pawathum) at New Mulagandhakuti Temple in the evening, you will be heading towards the hotel to spend an unforgettable night with a heart filled with spiritual thoughts.

Varanasi - Bodh Gaya

You will be leaving for Varanasi, a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, and regarded as the spiritual capital of India. The first site to visit in Varanasi is Sarnath also known as Migadaya, where Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. It is also where the Buddhist sangha first came into existence as a result of the enlightenment of his first five disciples, namely Kaundinya, Assaji, Bhaddiya, Vappa and Mahanama. The next visits will be to;

• The Anagarika Dharmapala Museum
• The Sarnath Museum

In the evening, you will be accompanied to the hotel in BodhGaya for overnight stay.

Early in the morning, you will be arriving at Bodh Gaya, the place where Buddha attained enlightenment, in a procession. A ‘Kiri Ahara’ puja will be held prior to observing sil. You will then take part in the meritorious ‘Sathsathi Wandanawa’ (worshipping the seven spots where Buddha spent a span of seven weeks after attaining enlightenment). Following the offering of ‘Ata Pirikara’, you will be visiting Durgeshwari and Senanigama sacred sites. After attending a Bodhi Puja near Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, you will be leaving for the hotel, where the overnight will be spent.

Bodh Gaya - Rajgir - Vaishali

Having spent a solemn, yet spiritual, day at Bodh Gaya, you will be heading towards Rajgir in the morning. Rajgir holds a special place in the cultural, religious, and historical landscape of India. It was in Rajgir that Buddha delivered many of his discourses, including famous Sutras. You will be reaching Pandava Caves in a chair lift passenger ropeway. The destinations to visit include;

• The Japan Peace Pagoda
• The Holy Eagle Peak or Griddhrakuta
• The Bimbisara Jail
• The Saptaparni Cave

In the end of the visit to said destinations, you will be visiting Sri Lankaramaya, and then the Nalanda University. The University is a thriving Buddhist monastic university that attracts scholars and students from all over Asia, including India, China, Korea, Japan, Tibet, and Central Asia. The overnight stay will be at a hotel.

Vaishali - Kusinara

Vaishali is mentioned in various Buddhist texts as a place where Buddha visited frequently during his lifetime. The city is associated with many important events in Buddha’s life, such as the preaching of the Mahaparinirvana Sutra and the establishment of the Bhikkhuni Sangha. The must-visit sites in Vaishali include;

• The Relic Stupa, which is believed to contain a part of Buddha’s remains
• The Kutagarasala

You will then leave for Kusinara, a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site that holds immense importance in Buddhism. It is the place where Buddha attained Parinirvana, which is the final and complete cessation of suffering and the cycle of rebirth. Mahaparinirvana Stupa, which is believed to mark the exact spot where Buddha achieved Parinirvana, and several other destinations will be visited. The overnight stay will be at a hotel.

Kusinara - Lumbini

A visit to Lumbini, a historically and culturally significant place located in southwestern Nepal. You will be leaving for Lumbini early in the morning, and first reaching the India-Nepal border. Following the completion of immigration and emigration affairs, you will be accompanied to the hotel, and visiting Lumbini, where queen Maya gave birth to Siddhartha Gautama. The site is one of many magnets for pilgrimage that sprang up in places pivotal to the life of the Buddha. The overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Lumbini - Kapilavastu - Jetavana (Savath Nuwara)

Marking the beginning of another unforgettable day, you will be heading towards the India-Nepal border for the relevant immigration-emigration related work. The next destination will be Kapilavastu, where King Śuddhodana and Queen Maya are believed to have lived, as did their son Prince Siddartha Gautama (Buddha) until he left the palace at the age of 29.

Then it is time to experience the spirituality of Jetavana, one of the most famous of the Buddhist monasteries or viharas in India. It was the second vihara donated to Gautama Buddha after the Venuvana in Rajgir. The monastery was offered to him by his chief male patron, Anathapindika. The must-visit sites include;

• The Jetavana Site
• The Angulimala Stupa
• The Anepindu Situ Maligaya

Savath Nuwara - Sankissa - Agra

Beginning of the day will be marked with the departure to Sankissa in the morning. Sankissa came into prominence at the time of Buddha. According to a Buddhist source, it was thirty leagues from Savatthi. After worshipping several Sacred Sites in the city, you will be accompanied to the hotel in the evening. The overnight stay will be at the same hotel.

Agra - Delhi

The much-awaited visit to Agra, a city attracts millions of tourists every year due to its historical sites, including the stunning architecture, intricate carvings, and beautiful gardens. You will be visiting the magnificent Taj Mahal, a renowned white marble mausoleum located in Agra. It is considered one of the most beautiful and iconic monuments in the world and is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will then be leaving for Delhi, and arriving at the hotel. A visit to the meritorious site where Buddha preached ‘Sathara Sathipattana Sutra’ will mark the end of an unforgettable day.

Delhi - Colombo

Who would say ‘no’ to a walk around a city that holds significant cultural, political, and historical importance? The unforgettable day will begin with your arrival at Delhi, the capital city of India and is one of the most historic and vibrant cities in the country. You will be worshipping the four relics that come from among 22 Buddha relics (Kapilavastu Relics), currently housed at Delhi’s National Museum. The following sites will be witnessed from the bus;

• The India Gate
• The Parliament
• The President’s House

Enjoyed? Then is the time to mark an end, albeit reluctantly. You will be arriving at Delhi Airport and get on board the flight to Katunayake Airport, with a heart filled with experiences encountered during the pilgrimage, as well as stories and histories associated with destinations. The memories of the pilgrimage and the time spent in reflection and devotion will undoubtedly lead you towards a sense of inner peace and serenity.

Arrival at the Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake.

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• Indian and Nepal Visa (Only Sri Lankan Passport only)
• Accommodation in Deluxe Hotel on Double Sharing Basis with all meals
• Transportation by AC coach
• All Entrance Fees to the monument (Sri Lankan Passport Only)
• Sri Lankan Speaking Guide Service
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The best time to visit phuket: month-by-month guide.

Located on Thailand’s breathtaking Andaman Coast, Phuket is the country’s largest and most popular island. Every year, it welcomes millions of visitors from all over the world, with over 30,000 visitors per day.

Phuket is also considered an ideal honeymoon destination. With countless things to see and do, many say it is Thailand’s best island.

Whether you desire to sunbathe on one of its white-sand beaches, go scuba diving or snorkeling, or simply eat some of the delicious food, Phuket is every traveler’s dream as it has everything you need for an enjoyable trip.

With so much to offer, it is tough to decide when to visit Phuket. While it is possible to visit the island all year round, heavy rainfall sometimes restricts access to certain areas.

Similarly, strong winds occasionally make some beaches too dangerous to access. But don’t you worry, we are here to tell you about the best time to visit Phuket.

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Below you will find our month-by-month guide to this incredible destination which will help you plan your much-awaited trip:

Phuket lies close to the equator so average temperatures don’t vary much, but rainfall varies significantly every month, so this is the main factor to consider when planning your trip.

In terms of rainfall, January is one of the best months to visit the island, as the average expected rainfall is around 35 mm over a just a short five-day period. Also, temperatures do not exceed 32 °C, making the atmosphere dry and warm and therefore suitable for venturing out in Phuket.

January and February have similar average maximum temperatures, with expected highs of 33 °C. However, at 30 mm, the rainfall is considerably lower than the previous month, making February the driest month of the year.

With calm seas, and mostly blue skies, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy their stay without being interrupted by bad weather conditions.

The average maximum temperature increases to 34 °C in March. However, spiking humidity levels mean the weather gets quite hot, which some visitors find uncomfortable and need to rely on air conditioning to survive the heat.

Although March does not see rain often, any rain comes in the form of short bursts, and the humidity is still high. The days are sunny and somewhat suffocating, so not ideal for tourists. 

While April’s temperatures don’t reach more than 34 °C, it is still regarded as one of the hottest and most humid months of the year, and humidity levels continue to increase as the month goes by.

The only difference between March and April is that it rains a lot in April. The average amount of precipitation is 160 mm, which means rain showers are frequent.

But don’t worry, the rain doesn’t last very long, so it is unlikely to ruin your plans. Just remember to carry a light umbrella with you in case of heavy rainfall. 

May’s average daytime temperature remains around the same as that of April, but nighttime temperatures drop to 29 °C.

The rainfall level stays at 350 mm, making the days very hot and the nights very wet and uncomfortable. As the month enters its latter half, the island is hit with the prime of the monsoon season and things seem to get stickier and damper. If you are not a big fan of mosquitoes, then possibly avoid visiting in July. 

The average temperature in June stays at a high of 32 °C, with lows of around 24 °C. Like May, June also sees many days of rainfall.

What differentiates June from the previous months, however, is the fact that visitors must expect short bursts of heavy rainstorms and thunderstorms instead of light frequent showers.

Between the storms, expect nice sunny skies and cool breezes. However, if stormy rain is not your thing, visiting Phuket during June is not advisable. 

July brings increasingly cool winds, making the outside atmosphere rather pleasant and much more comfortable.

Even though both the expected rainfall and the number of rainy days are higher than the previous month, the weather seems to be more bearable because of the winds.

The average maximum temperature lies around 31 °C. Popular activities for this month include swimming and scuba diving. 

The average maximum temperature in August remains at around 31 °C, and the precipitation amount is the same as in July.

However, in August, rainy days are limited to ten days only, making it considerably easier for visitors to plan activities.

The rain falls in short bursts like before and is followed by cooling breezes which make both the inside and outside temperatures very pleasant and enjoyable.

The wettest month of the year brings heavy downpour, thunderstorms, and long periods of rain, stretching up to a whopping 19 days. The average temperature in September stays at 30 °C.

The rain is usually followed by intense periods of humidity, where the air moisture level peaks at approximately 90%, making it very uncomfortable to be in Phuket.

The weather seems suffocating and very difficult for the tourists to bear. Visiting the beach is also not the best idea as September’s strong winds make the waves go higher and higher, claiming a few lives each year.

The island starts to see the departure of the monsoons in October. Nevertheless, expect still to see 310 mm of rainfall in this month.

But since the rain stretches over 23 days, thunderstorms and heavy downpours are not expected. In October, you’re more likely to see light showers followed by sunny and humid conditions.

Beaches remain closed as conditions are still too dangerous; however, it is still possible to go fishing. The average maximum temperature remains at 31 °C. 

Temperatures still do not reach above 31 °C in this month, but the weather is much more pleasant in terms of humidity levels and rainfall.

The monsoons are redirected and there are only cool breezes, making the overall atmosphere very pleasant.

Whatever remains of the monsoon falls over a duration of 16 days and rainfall does not exceed 190 mm. The oceans are open for tourists to sit by and relax. 

The monsoon officially comes to an end in December, allowing those who are not so fond of the rain to come and relax comfortably on the island.

The humidity levels also decrease to about 70- 75%, further improving the climatic conditions, meaning less reliance on air conditioning, and more time strolling around markets and on beaches.

The average daily temperature falls as the month passes by, hitting at a low of 27 °C as December ends. Otherwise, the average is approximately 31 °C. 

Conclusion – the best time to visit Phuket:

Deciding which time to go to Phuket honestly depends on what you want to do there. If you are after good beach weather, then December to March is the best time to visit as you’ll experience less rainfall and plenty of sunshine.

Expect blue skies, calm water, sunshine, and rare, yet bearable, rainfall during these months. However, for activities such as diving, visiting Phuket between November and April is recommended.

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Find information about climates, the best beaches, activities, and so much more. Enjoy your trip! 

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Kathmandu gears up for Xi's much-awaited visit (with photos)

Published On: October 11, 2019 03:01 PM NPT By: Dipendra Rokka

KATHMANDU, Oct 11: Preparations are in full swing in Kathmandu to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping who will be arriving tomorrow on a two-day state visit to Nepal at the invitation of President Bidya Devi Bhandari.

Addressing a program in the capital on Friday, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli said that Chinese President to Nepal will be a historic one as such a high level visit is taking place after a hiatus of 23 years.

Then Chinese President Jiang Jemin had paid a visit to Nepal on December 4 and 5, 1996 at the invitation of King Birendra.

During the visit, Xi is scheduled to meet his Nepali counterpart Bhandari on Saturday evening at the presidential palace. Bhandari will host a banquet in honor of the Chinese President and his delegation on the same day at Hotel Soaltee.

Likewise, President Xi will hold delegation level official talks with Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli at Hotel Soaltee.

Following the talks, both leaders will witness the signing of bilateral agreements, according to Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The ruling Nepal Communist Party Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal, Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Dueba and senior political leaders will hold separate meetings with Xi.

Xi will be directly flying to Kathmandu from Mamallapuram near Chennai in India where the Chinese President and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are holding informal meeting today and tomorrow morning as a continuation of Wuhan Summit held in April in China last year.

Various places including Tribhuvan International Airport, Tinkune, Baneshwor, Babarmahal, Naxal, Tripureshwar, Bhadrakali, Kesharmahal, Durbarmarga, Sundhara, Nagpokhari, Hattisar, Kalimati, Solteemod have been decorated to welcome the Chinese top leader.

Flex banners and temporary welcome gates have been installed in major parts of the city to welcome the high-powered Chinese delegation. Major road sections inside the capital have been renovated and blacktopped ahead of the visit.

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Kathmandu gears up for Xi's much-awaited visit (with photos)

Published On: October 11, 2019 03:01 PM NPT By: Dipendra Rokka

KATHMANDU, Oct 11: Preparations are in full swing in Kathmandu to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping who will be arriving tomorrow on a two-day state visit to Nepal at the invitation of President Bidya Devi Bhandari.

Addressing a program in the capital on Friday, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli said that Chinese President to Nepal will be a historic one as such a high level visit is taking place after a hiatus of 23 years.

Then Chinese President Jiang Jemin had paid a visit to Nepal on December 4 and 5, 1996 at the invitation of King Birendra.

During the visit, Xi is scheduled to meet his Nepali counterpart Bhandari on Saturday evening at the presidential palace. Bhandari will host a banquet in honor of the Chinese President and his delegation on the same day at Hotel Soaltee.

Likewise, President Xi will hold delegation level official talks with Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli at Hotel Soaltee.

Following the talks, both leaders will witness the signing of bilateral agreements, according to Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The ruling Nepal Communist Party Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal, Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Dueba and senior political leaders will hold separate meetings with Xi.

Xi will be directly flying to Kathmandu from Mamallapuram near Chennai in India where the Chinese President and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are holding informal meeting today and tomorrow morning as a continuation of Wuhan Summit held in April in China last year.

Various places including Tribhuvan International Airport, Tinkune, Baneshwor, Babarmahal, Naxal, Tripureshwar, Bhadrakali, Kesharmahal, Durbarmarga, Sundhara, Nagpokhari, Hattisar, Kalimati, Solteemod have been decorated to welcome the Chinese top leader.

Flex banners and temporary welcome gates have been installed in major parts of the city to welcome the high-powered Chinese delegation. Major road sections inside the capital have been renovated and blacktopped ahead of the visit.

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Looking forward to meeting with Prime Minister @NarendraModi in India! — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) April 10, 2024

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