Discover how to ride the Ella Odyssey train in Sri Lanka – the best route, highlights, tips, and how to make it part of a tailor-made holiday.
Tips and Tricks
At ETG we have been planning holidays to South and Southeast Asia since 2004. The Tips and Tricks archive is where we share years of destination-specific expertise and provides travel hacks to help explore this incredible region.
You’ll be able to find what you need to know for each country you plan on visiting including insider information that helps take your holiday experience to the next level. We’ll even answer the questions you didn’t know you had and provide a number of opinion pieces that show the type of travel we love here at ETG.
For information on what to factor in when planning your holiday to South and Southeast Asia (or anywhere for that matter), see suggest reading through the planning archive.
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CambodiaFamily TravelThe ETG Take On Travel
How to Avoid Temple Fatigue in Asia: 6 Top Tips from a Travel Expert
by Holly NewingWith so many temples to explore, it’s easy to feel “templed out”. Here our Asia travel specialist, Holly, gives 6 top tips on how to avoid this:
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The ETG Take On Travel
Our Top Travel Planning Secrets for 2024 | Compiled by Asia Travel Specialists
by Matt BrazierHaving organised 1000’s of holidays; team ETG are lifting the lid on all those planning secrets we use to create trips of a lifetime.
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Sri Lanka has a very laid back way of life, with some idiosyncrasies that are helpful to know before visiting. Here are our top things to bear in mind before …
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Discover everything you need to know about travel in Asia in 2022 as more and more countries open up their borders.
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New to India? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Our ETG experts have the ultimate guide on where to go in India, no matter your interests. Read now.
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Fed up with the same clichéd or out-of-date advice re travel to Asia? Looking for something more on the money? ETG to the rescue…
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Plan your adventure to Danum Valley and Mount Kinabalu with our essential guide. Discover the best times to book these iconic Borneo destinations for an unforgettable experience.
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Find out the differences between two of the main cities in Sri Lanka, Kandy and Colombo. Learn how different they are and see if you prefer one or the other.
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Did you know there are two areas of Kerala classes as ‘backwaters’? Here we detail the differences and the best way to experience them.
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Discover the ultimate family holiday destination in Sri Lanka! From vibrant culture to majestic elephants, it’s easier than you think to visit with kids or teenagers.
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Concerned about ‘Delhi belly’ on a trip to India? India specialist James shares his top tips to staying safe and healthy while travelling.
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Discover incredible family experiences in Oman, from waterfalls to wildlife, beaches to bazaars.
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When most people think of Borneo, one creature springs with mind. Of course, orangutans are incredible, and trying to spot one in the wild is a must for any wildlife-lover …
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Decided on India as a destination for your family holiday? Absolutely sure? I expect the next feeling is that you really have no idea where to start. What are the …
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Cambodia is often overshadowed by its neighbouring countries, yet this mighty kingdom has experienced so much and in turn, has so much to offer. Angkor Wat features high on most …
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It’s a problem every parent faces: you’ve planned a fantastic holiday, packed with exciting and enriching activities that you imagine will become memories the whole family will cherish for a …
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Across AsiaFamily Travel
Top 5 insider family experiences in Indochina
by Guest Post & Amelia CurranPhilly and family recently travelled to Indochina for a very special Christmas holiday. Celebrating in Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An and Siem Reap, their trip included some incredible moments thanks …
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Family TravelGuest PostsSri Lanka
Liz’s top 5 experiences for families with young children in Sri Lanka
Liz Edwards, Associate Editor of the Sunday Times Travel Magazine and AITO travel writer of the year, went to Sri Lanka en famille with Experience Travel Group. Here she shares …
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Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are the two biggest cities in Vietnam. They like at opposing ends of the country and are different in many different ways. Found out …
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The build up to a holiday is incredibly exciting. However, if you don’t have your wits about you, you can be hit with some unexpected costs that really take the …
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CambodiaFamily TravelVietnam
How to get the best value on a family holiday to Vietnam and Cambodia
by Guest Post & Amelia CurranMany people planning a trip to Asia find the budgeting process tricky. There’s a big misconception that everything is priced low when really it’s just very good value compared to …
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India is a vast country, with a colourful and sometimes chaotic way of life. For even the most well-travelled visitor, exploring the country can seem a little daunting. This is …
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Planning an Indonesian holiday can be challenging, with all the various islands, flight schedules, experiences and hotel options available. With lots of island hopping, the cost of an Indonesia family …
Tailor-made holiday. It’s the biggest cliché in travel, and we’ve been as guilty as anyone. So many companies bandy it about: from niche tour operators to holiday package behemoths and …
Looking for the best place to stay on arrival in Sri Lanka to start your luxury holiday? Here are the Sri Lanka specialists top options.
A family holiday in the Maldives can be life-changing. Find out why you should be booking yourself and your little ones a flight today!
Adventurous travel doesn’t have to stop when you have young children, but there are a few things that can make life easier. Here are my top 10 tips.