“The Wizard Of Oz” celebrated at Oscars. The nominees of the 86th annual Academy Awards.

The Oscars will honor the 75th anniversary of “The Wizard of Oz,” a best picture nominee in 1939. The American musical fantasy adventure film produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer is the most well-known and commercial adaptation based on the 1900 novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. The film stars Judy Garland; Terry the … Read more

Etihad, Burj al Arab, Emirates, and Qatar – the big winners of World Travel Awards 2013 Middle East

Etihad, Burj al Arab, Emirates, Avis, Europcar, Qatar and Rotana were among the big names to emerge victorious at World Travel Awards 2013 Middle East Ceremony, held at Le Royal Meridien Resort & Spa Dubai on 5 May 2013. The industry’s elite, including CEOs and SVPs of leading travel companies, government ministers and tourist board … Read more

Pawcars. The Animal-centric take on the Oscars

Move Over, Oscars! It’s the PAWSCARS! American Humane Association 2013 PAWSCARS! For the fifth year, American Humane Association, the organization that oversees the safety and humane treatment of animals in film and television, presented its animal-centric take on the Oscars by awarding best -animal performances. American Humane Association protects the safety and welfare of more … Read more

Swarovski crystals to play a supporting role on the Oscars stage

100,000 Swarovski crystals will be part of the spectacular set at The Oscars 2013 – 85th Academy Awards, the sixth time Swarovski crystals have been a key ingredient in The Oscars stage design. This year, Tony Award-winning Production Designer Derek McLane has incorporated over 1,500 pounds of Swarovski crystal into the stage and auditorium design. … Read more

Exclusive wine of the Oscars

The landmark Napa winery, Sterling Vineyards was once again selected to participate by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, as the Exclusive Wine of The Oscars. “It’s amazing to have our wines poured at the most glamorous event in the world!” said winemaker Alison Crary. “I see similarities between winemaking and moviemaking. Napa … Read more