Only have around a week for your trip? While that really isn’t a lot of time, with a bit of clever planning you can still make the most of your …
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On the 4th of February, 2015, Sri Lanka celebrated its 67th anniversary of independence. The fight for independence started soon after the colonisation in 1815 and the uprisings have dotted …
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You often see The Maldives and Dubai advertised in the Sunday papers by mainstream holiday companies as a classic “two centre” holiday. The two destinations are frequently bundled together because …
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Great news as India announces that the UK and Frances, along with 4 other countries, will be added to the list of approved countries able to get an e visa …
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The “quiet season” means lots of different things – it means periods outside of school and national holidays, it means times when the weather is not considered “optimum” in Asia, …
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Although it won’t make any difference to our clients, as we have always managed to arrange permits without any difficulty, we are very pleased to announce that there are no longer …
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaSri Lanka
Rajapakse concedes Defeat in Sri Lankan Presidential Elections
by Sam ClarkA new day and a new start for Sri Lanka. Former President Rajapakse has conceded defeat in the Presidential election held yesterday and his rival and long time colleague, Maithri …
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Follow this link to see Experience Travel Group’s Family Holiday Guide 2015. Top tips, family favourites, fun facts and more. It’s all you need for getting your family holiday sorted for …
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Travel expert David was lucky enough to sample life on the Chao Phraya River that runs from Bangkok to UNESCO heritage Autthaya. From visiting river-side villages, to gaining an insight into …
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaMyanmar
Magic of Burma and Other Travels – an exhibition by Sally Oyler
by Guest PostMAGIC OF BURMA AND OTHER TRAVELS An exhibition by Sally Oyler 54 The Gallery, Shepherd Market, Mayfair, London W1J 7QX Wednesday 3rd – Saturday 6th December 2014, 11am-6pm This …
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Sam Clark, Experience Travel Group co-founder and Managing Director writes: “Peter Hohenhaus (along with his wife Sally) is a long time client, who has travelled several times with Experience Travel …
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We’ve all been there. It’s a few weeks before your trip to Thailand and you have no idea what lurgies are about and what vaccines you need to get. Here’s …
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In a symbol of reconciliation, the famous Jaffna/Colombo train line has re-opened. After extensive re-building work on the fine old station in Jaffna, President Rajapakse re-opened the line known as …
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One of Experience Travel’s favourite hotels in Siem Reap, Shinta Mani, is leading a push to complete 1,500 wells for local communities as soon as possible. The Shinta Mani Foundation, …
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Sustainable TravelThailand
How Holidaymakers Can Help Save Lorises From Extinction
by Guest Post & Amelia CurranWith the start of Slow Loris Outreach Week (SLOW), it’s fitting we turn our attention to one of the most cute and intriguing animals on Earth.
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Latest Travel News and Views from Asia
ETG at the eighth annual St John’s Hill Festival
by Guest PostFollowing up from our blog post last month, we are very excited to reveal our exciting day of events at the St Johns Hill Festival this weekend! Where’s Lauren been? …
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaVietnam
Michel Roux Senior and Experience Travel Group!
by Sam ClarkWe are absolutely delighted to tell you that the full article of the trip we organised for Michelle Jana Chan of the Sunday Telegraph to visit Vietnam with the culinary …
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Travelling with children on a flight can be a bit of an adventure (to put it mildly) for the ill-prepared. At Experience Travel Group, we know a thing or two …
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If you’re looking for an intriguing culture to partake in, look no further than Burma. Every year, Burma has a ton of cultural events and festivals like Thingyan, Diwali, the …
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Having lived in Bangkok on and off for the past 7 years, I’ve thought quite a bit about the current constitutional crisis within Thailand. I’m not really qualified to offer …
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Product Director, Melissa, gives her top 5 romantic hotels she has been to across South East Asia.
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After trekking through local villages, whizzing along backwaters, exploring jungles and zipping around city centres on Vespas, there is nothing more needed than a few days spent relaxing on a …
IndonesiaThe ETG Take On Travel
The Case for Indonesia: Why It’s the Ultimate Destination for Curious Travellers
by Sam Clark
“The problem is that I’ve been to all of the countries you cover”, said one of our best customers whilst discussing where she would go next with her travelling companion …
There’s nothing quite like being on water – looking out over endless natural vistas, relaxing on a sun lounger with the wind gently rippling your clothes, with daily life unfolding …
Peter Hohenhaus is author of Dark Tourism, a leading authority on the subject and a many time client of Experience Travel Group. Aside from his specialist subject, ‘Dark Tourism’ (see …
Experience Travel Group are delighted to be one of the principal sponsors once again of the St John’s Hill Festival, which will be held on Sunday 7th September this year. It’s …