Asia
Save 20% on journeys through Cambodia this June
Save £210 per person, when you book one of Travel Indochina’s most popular classic journeys “Cambodia Revealed”, departing Sunday 20th June 2010.
Stephen Venables to lead Great Himalaya Trek
Acclaimed British writer, broadcaster and mountaineer Stephen Venables, the first Briton to climb Everest without supplementary oxygen, has been announced as the leader of the second – and toughest – part on the Nepal section of the Great Himalaya Trail.
Save 20% on a 10 day journey to China this June
Save £245 per person, when you book the “Highlights of China” journey with Travel Indochina, for a departure date of 20th June 2010.
Asia’s only African safari resort opens in Taiwan
Asia’s only African safari resort has opened in Hsinchu County to offer visitors a unique African experience in north west Taiwan. The Leofoo Resort Guanshi boasts African-themed rooms and the opportunity for guests to get up close and personal with a variety of wild animals.
New attractions at Sun Moon Lake, Taiwan
A new cable car line has launched near one of Taiwan’s most popular leisure destinations, Sun Moon Lake, to offer grand views over the island’s largest natural lake and surrounding mountain scenery.
New cross-strait flights launched by China Airlines
Taiwanese national carrier, China Airlines and its subsidiary, Mandarin Airlines, have announced plans to fly a larger aircraft between Taipei and mainland China. This move follows growing demand from travellers seeking more cross-strait flights.
Discover Indochina in luxury
Vietnam-based tourism company Luxury Travel is offering tours through Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. The Cuisine, Culture and World Heritage Discovery of Indochina tour will take travellers on a 16-day trip across Indochina.
Futurist Feng-Shui hotel opens in China
The Gran Meliá Shanghai is the first Gran Meliá property in China; rising majestically above the Pudong District and overlooking the Huangpu River, the Gran Meliá Shanghai is a breathtaking testament to architectural ingenuity; crowned by the majestic Sykline Lounge with its cinematic views of the city.
Swissôtel offers access to the world’s finest clubs
Guests taking advantage of Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts Finest Clubs Package can now gain admission to top clubs. The first hotels in the international hotel chain to offer this exclusive package are Swissôtel Berlin, Swissôtel The Bosphorus in Istanbul and Swissôtel Grand Shanghai; other hotels are to follow shortly.
Holidays 2010: Best weather or best value?
Guaranteed sunshine is just one reason why far-flung destinations in the Far East and Indian Ocean are becoming increasingly popular year-round with both couples and families. But the best weather can sometimes come at a price, which is why worldwide specialist Hayes & Jarvis has come up with alternatives for holidaymakers who are willing to sacrifice the perfect weather forecast in order to grab a bargain long-haul break this summer.
Experience the Mekong in style
Deep in history and rich in culture, the Mekong boasts many attractions including ancient monuments, royal capitals and UNESCO-designated World Heritage sites such as Angkor Wat in Cambodia and Luang Prabang in Laos.
Singapore offers a fusion of fashion and food
Swap April showers for a feast of designer apparel and celebrity cuisine in fashionable Singapore! This month sees two hugely exciting events descend upon Singapore in the form of the World Gourmet Summit (11 – 24 April) and the Asia Fashion Exchange (28 April – 2 May).
UAE and Thailand holiday hits
The United Arab Emirates and Thailand are the holiday hits of this Easter, according to new figures from Sainsbury's Travel Money.
Catwalk glam in Singapore
Move over Milan, Paris and New York – forget the Singapore Sling and think slingbacks as Singapore style takes centre stage with the inaugural Asia Fashion Exchange (AFX). Taking place from 28 April - 02 May 2010, the event will bring together top fashion icons from around the world along with the latest in home grown design.
Mira Hong Kong makes ‘coolest’ hot list
The Mira Hong Kong celebrated its coveted place on the Condé Nast Traveller Hot List 2010, after being ranked one of “the 66 coolest new hotels in the world” by the leading UK travel glossy.