Asia

LUX* Lijiang opens in the heart of the Ancient Town
Having recently unveiled LUX* Tea Horse Road as the cornerstone of its expansion in China, LUX* Resorts & Hotels is delighted to announce the opening of boutique hotel LUX* Lijiang, which opened its doors on 9th September, 2014.

Skiing in South Korea and Japan
With happy clients already enjoying the pistes across the world, Ski Safari is excited to announce the arrival of South Korea to this winter’s programme.

Half term in the Maldives
This half-term, Jumeirah Vittaveli in the Maldives will welcome families to paradise with a holiday of a lifetime. As the temperatures in the UK turns colder, Jumeirah Vittaveli is the perfect choice for a blissful sunshine escape.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company tees-up first golf resort in China
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has unveiled plans for its first golf resort in China when The Ritz-Carlton, Mission Hills opens in late 2015 on the tropical island of Hainan.

Join the Rajasthan Musical Expedition
Songlines Music Travel has created a unique itinerary to northern India (departs 2 October 2014), to discover some of the country’s leading musicians at workshops and seminars, and culminating in the famous Jodhpur RIFF, the Rajasthan International Folk festival, of which Sir Mick Jagger is a patron.

Bali's new exclusive boutique hideaway
Singapore-based boutique hotel operator, Lifestyle Retreats, has opened a new, exclusive, all-pool-villa property in Bali. The Santai: the perfect hideaway resort.

Villa The Sanctuary Bali wins Wedding Industry Expert 2014 Award
Villa The Sanctuary Bali scooped the prestigious Wedding Industry Expert 2014 Award for most popular wedding venue Bali, Indonesia and worldwide.
Enjoy a Jungle Book Adventure in India
Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience with leading UK tour operator DialAFlight – book a safari trip to Pench National Park, for tiger-spotting and more, or head to the stunning beaches of Kovalam in Kerala.

Remote Cambodia: Forest and Tribes
Backyard Travel have released news of a unique new tour that discovers the lush forests, indigenous tribes and diverse wildlife of Mondulkiri, Cambodia's most remote province.

Indonesia’s Best Dive Job in the World is back
Indonesian-based diving company, Blue Season Bali, has launched the third edition of its incredible “Best Dive Job in the World” competition, giving one lucky winner the chance to train to become a PADI-certified dive instructor on the tropical island of Bali.

Bliss out in Bali without breaking the bank
Holidaymakers can bliss out in Bali without breaking the bank with these great new rates and special offers from boutique property Semara Resort & Spa Seminyak.

Garuda Indonesia launches direct flight from London to Jakarta
On 8 September 2014, Garuda Indonesia will introduce its direct service from London Gatwick to Jakarta via Amsterdam using the new Boeing 777-300ER.

Set sail on a luxury Asia river cruise
Travel Indochina has released its 2014-16 Luxury Asia River Cruising brochure with the addition of four exceptional new river cruises sailing throughout Vietnam and Cambodia, Burma, and India.

A “suite” deal to Thailand with The Sarojin
Luxury boutique resort, The Sarojin is offering a “suite” deal for guests to enjoy luxury for less this summer. From now until 30th September 2014, those who book a 7-night stay in a deluxe Garden Residence can double their comfort, with a FREE two-level upgrade* to an extravagant Sarojin Suite.

A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step
After the heat of the summer months, the trekking season kicks off with a vengeance around the world in September and October.