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| Unique Visitors: 22 |
| Total Unique Visitors: 42030 |
| Visitors Out: 911 |
| Total Visitors Out: 911 |
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| Walk on the Wild Side; Family Adventures in Thailand and Laos |
| 2007-10-17 02:48:00 |
With their stunning national parks, exciting wildlife and elephant escapades, the tropical nations of Thailand and Laos are excellent destinations for fun-filled, family-friendly adventures. Exotissimo has a range of educational, exciting and exotic tours to ensure everyone in the family has the time of their lives.Home to the famous River Kwai Bridge, the Thai province of Kanchanaburi is steeped in history, boasts massive expanses of tropical forest, and is a great destination for an action-packed family holiday. Discover the fascinating history of the province and its world-famous bridge in the JEATH museum and explore the rugged beauty of Erawan National Park with its spectacular ...
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| Taking the Plunge : Wet and Wild Family Adventures in Vietnam |
| 2007-10-09 22:38:00 |
With the excellent trekking, canyoning and kayaking opportunities that abound in the area, the former colonial French hill station of Dalat in the South Central Highlands of Vietnam is the ideal location for an outdoor family adventure holiday.Originally the playground of the French who built villas in the clear mountain air to escape the heat and humidity of the coast and of Saigon, Dalat’s lush landscape, temperate climate and stunning waterfalls have made the town a popular holiday destination since the turn of the last century. Today, visitors still flock to experience the natural beauty of Dalat, and Exotissimo’s family water adventure tour is a great way for kids and teenagers to make a splash and have a great t...
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| Traveling with Children in Southeast Asia |
| 2007-09-28 04:33:00 |
One of the most striking aspects of a trip to Southeast Asia is the welcoming attitude to children. The smiles and indulgent reception given to pint-sized visitors is wonderful, and travelers to the region can expect to be treated better with kids, than without!The sincere respect for the family unit inherent in many Asian cultures means that children in Asia are adored - to the extent that adults will often give up seats on public transport for youngsters - and families traveling in the region can expect a universally warm welcome. Friendly locals will shower attention on your children at any opportunity, friendly local kids make ready playmates and temporary nannies are on hand at vir...
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| Cycling Cambodia |
| 2007-09-13 03:12:00 |
Most true adventurers are well aware that cycling is really one of the best ways to explore and experience a new place. There are no barriers to separate you from the environment that surrounds you which makes for an experience that is pure, energizing and magically engaging. Combining this essential mode of travel with Cambodia’s rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes and charming friendliness, travelers will be rewarded with a rollercoaster ride of a lifetime.Pedaling across sandy beaches and hidden trails, ‘saddle travel’ gives you exciting access to the remote wonders so often bypassed by trains and buses. Travel the dirt roads and dusty trails to experience the untold adventures of the nation’s northern...
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| Pranburi International Triathlon 2007 |
| 2007-09-03 22:06:00 |
The southern Thai town of Pranburi will host its first major international sporting event on Saturday 20th October 2007, when the Pranburi International Triathlon is to be held at Evason Six Senses Resort & Spa.The inaugural race, which will take place on the beaches in front of the five-star resort and on the backroads of Pranburi, is planned to become an annual event and an essential fixture in the Asian triathlon calendar.The race will be professionally managed by international race organizers and will consist of a swim in the warm waters of the Gulf of Thailand, a bike course close to Sam Roi Yot National Park, and a run through the fishing villages and along the coast of Pranburi with a beach finish.Internat...
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| The Big Deep : Scuba Diving in Vietnam |
| 2007-08-27 02:39:00 |
Once the preserve of playboy adventurers, scuba diving is now one of the planet's fastest-growing and most accessible adventure sports activities. With its beautiful coral reef, spectacular marine life, calm, warm waters and mild conditions, the tropical seas of Southeast Asia attract thousands of divers each year. The waters of Vietnam boast some of the best dive sites in the region and sites in Con Dao and Nha Trang are now emerging as leading diving destinations.Used as a penal colony by the French up until 1975 and one of only two Marine National Parks in the country, Con Dao is a 16 island archipelago situated 180 kilometers off the Southeast coast of Vietnam. Con Dao has largely escaped the exploitation and destruct...
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| Thailand has the Art of Golf down to a tee |
| 2007-08-06 21:49:00 |
Every year more and more savvy golfers are swinging by the balmy shores of Thailand for memorable games on some of the world’s finest fairways. Currently boasting over 200 courses, Thailand’s tropical climate, low green fees and highly-trained, service-oriented caddies attract the lion’s share of the region’s golf tourists and was recently voted “Best Golf Destination in Asia” by the respected golfing bible Asia Golf Monthly.Many of the Kingdom’s inbound golf tour operators are seeing business double year-on-year and the market is rapidly expanding with a new course opening almost every month. Many of these excellent championship courses have been designed by golfing legends including Jack Nicklaus, Nick Fald...
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| Adventuring in Style |
| 2007-07-17 04:27:00 |
For well-heeled thrill seekers, Southeast Asia boasts an exciting range of exotic adventure holidays that come complete with lavish comforts and a splash of champagne. Camp in luxury, sight-see from the sky and safari in style with these extravagant adventure options.Experience the under-canvas comfort of an Eastern safari in the magnificently appointed tents at Elephant Hills in the lush Khao Sok national park, and Four Seasons Tented Camp set in the heart of the Golden Triangle. These luxury jungle camps combine the tented concept of African national parks with a Thai tropical forest environment for a uniquely lavish adventure.Both camps are palatial havens of unrestrained luxury with tailor-made tents featuring custom-made furnishings reminiscent of 19th century adventure expeditions. A...
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| Colonial Chic - Swishful Thinking |
| 2007-06-26 02:14:00 |
Like a living museum, Asia’s grand colonial hotels are the lavish legacy of the region’s colonial past, and provide a glamorous window into a time when the expanding empires of France and Britain in particular cut mighty swaths across the globe.Wealthy traders and entrepreneurs like the famous Sarkies brothers, flocked to exotic new outposts in the Far East and were quick to leave their imprint on the occupied territory, importing familiar customs and, above all, familiar architecture to the native landscape.Mostly built early last century, these plush properties like The Oriental in Thailand, Hanoi’s Sofitel Metropole, Vientiane’s Settha Palace and The Strand in Yangon, provided a decadent refuge for the rich and privileged in a very foreign land. Lofty ballrooms, exquisite dining...
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| The Asian Spa : Well ahead on Wellness |
| 2007-06-05 23:11:00 |
The concept of traveling for wellness and spa treatments is certainly not a new one; Ancient Greeks traveled to Epidauria, Roman patients traveled to Bath, and from the 18th century, wealthy Europeans traveled far to visit spas from Germany to Egypt. Today, however, relatively low-cost jet travel and favorable currency exchange rates have taken the industry beyond the wealthy elite and spa and wellness tourism, especially in Asia, is booming.President of the Spa and Wellness Association, Dr Theresa Chew, believes it is Asia’s unique heritage and culture that have enabled the market to flourish. Indigenous Asian therapies such as Indonesian Jamu, Chinese Tui Na, Thai massage and Indian Ayuverda, coupled with a traditional emphasis on preventative medicine and a service-minded culture, all...
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| All aborad! Seriously Stylish Cruising in Southeast Asia |
| 2007-05-30 03:04:00 |
The flowing waters of Southeast Asia form some of its most spectacular geographical features. Mighty rivers flow from the highlands in the heart of the region and run outward in all directions to meet breathtaking bays. Experience these natural wonders in styles aboard luxurious vessels that are almost as spectacular as the waters they cruise!Thailand’s Chao Phraya is often dubbed ‘The River of Kings’ and Manohra’s lavishly converted rice barges offer a truly regal river experience. The 20-metre-long barges feature warm teak, Padua and mahogany woods throughout, custom designed furniture and sophisticated Southeast Asian art, and can be hired by couples or groups for private charter.In the northeast of Vietn...
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| Visit Exotissimo at ITE, Hong Kong |
| 2007-05-27 21:47:00 |
Exotissimo Travel will be gracing the ITE MICE trade show in Hong Kong this year. As part of the Vietnam Meeting and Incentive Club (VMIC), we will be working with Vietnam Airlines, Saigontourist, Caravelle Hotel, Celadon Hue, Rex Hotel, Sofitel Metropole Hanoi, Sofitel Plaza Hanoi, Furama Danang, Sheraton Hanoi, Sheraton Saigon, Hanoi Daewoo Hotel, Melia Hanoi and Saigon Phu Quoc Resort to demonstrate why Vietnam is one of the region’s fastest growing MICE destinations. Come visit Mr. Paul Robinson at booth 2A 301 to discuss Exotissimo’s MICE offerings, in Vietnam and also our other destination countries. ...
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| Raise a Glass to Aythaya Wine -- Myanmar |
| 2007-05-25 02:32:00 |
When people think of Myanmar, wine is probably the last thing that springs to mind, but Bert Morsbach, CEO of Myanmar’s premiere vineyard, is one of many ‘new-latitude’ vintners who hope to change that.Back in 1997, Morsbach founded his vineyard, Aythaya Wine, among Buddhist monasteries on the slopes of Aythaya’s Taunggyi Mountains, and aimed to create a wine that could compete with the top vintners from the world’s classic wine-producing countries.Producing wine in a tropical climate is no mean feat, and Morsbach faced many challenges and obstacles. “Had I not been convinced that we could make a quality wine up in our mountains, I would not have started the project,” he admits. And after two failed crop seasons, Aythaya Wine was finally able t...
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| Order of the Day - Dining with a Conscience in Southeast Asia |
| 2007-05-15 20:59:00 |
In a region famous for its delectable cuisine, several Southeast Asian restaurants are now also dishing up opportunities for the local community with their socially responsible policies and vocational training programs. In Siem Reap, Le Jardin des Delices is the training restaurant of the famous Paul Dubrule Hospitality & Tourism School and was established to provide young, underprivileged Cambodians with an opportunity to train in the skills of the hotel, restaurant and tourism industry. Delicious Khmer and European fusion cuisine is served on a terrace fronting a lush exotic garden. But the tastiest aspect of all is that while you enjoy the savoir faire of the students, you are also contributing to the sustainability of a vital educational project....
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| Eco-logical Tourism |
| 2007-04-25 21:32:00 |
Exotissimo is committed to supporting environmentally and socially responsible tourism projects and we strive to incorporate our philosophies of sustainable travel into all our programmes wherever possible. In line with this commitment, Exotissimo developed the Sustainable Tourism Department; a team entirely dedicated to pursuing environmental protection and economic and social justice through tourism. Two of the sustainable tourism projects in Laos which we are proud to be involved with are The Kamu Lodge and The Akha Experience. A three hour upstream cruise from Luang Prabang, The Kamu Lodge offers ‘an exclusive and ecological experience with zero impact on the environment’ at its tranquil, rural centre. Built e...
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| Khao Sok National Park |
| 2007-04-20 03:32:00 |
Imagine walking through a 180 million year old rainforest, the morning filled with the sound of gibbons calling across the canopy above. You reach a clearing and your guide tells you to be quiet and look to the sky. There you see a hornbill flying low as it searches for food in the jungle below. In Khao Sok this experience an almost daily occurrence.Khao Sok National Park is the oldest evergreen rainforest in the world. It predates the Amazon and can be traced back in time as far as 180 million years when it was part of a great river delta protected by a coral reef six times longer than the Great Barrier Reef. Part of a protected area that covers almost 4,000 sqm of south Thailand, Khao...
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| Zen and the Art of Cycling |
| 2007-04-10 05:15:00 |
Most true adventurers are well aware that cycling is really one of the best ways to explore and experience a new place. There are no barriers to separate you from the environment that surrounds you which makes for an experience that is pure, energizing and magically engaging. When combining this essential mode of travel with Southeast Asia’s rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes and charming friendliness, you will doubtless be rewarded with a rollercoaster ride of a lifetime.Pedaling across sandy beaches and hidden trails, ‘saddle travel’ gives you exciting access to the remote regional wonders so often bypassed by trains and buses. Explore the ancient kingdoms of Bagan and Ayuthaya, the ethnic tribal towns of Vietnam, or the scenic villages of...
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| Tribal Nations - Living the High Life |
| 2007-03-23 01:58:00 |
Along the borders of Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam, Thailand and China, there are dozens of mountain-dwelling semi-nomadic people collectively known as ‘hilltribes’. Although they do share an elevated lifestyle, these colorful communities actually represent a diverse myriad of languages, cultures and belief systems.The Akha, one complex hilltribe group in the region, are closely related to the Hani of China’s Yunnan province but speak their own distinct language which comes from a branch of the Tibeto-Burman language group. The Akha are traditionally subsistence farmers, and Akha Zang (The Akha Way) combines animism, ancestor worship and their deep relationship with the land.Also originally hailing from Yunnan, the Lisu have primarily earned their name as a tribe alive with color, and are c...
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| Visit Exotissimo at ITB & IMEX |
| 2007-03-07 00:15:00 |
From 7th March to 11th March in Berlin, Exotissimo will attend ITB 2007 in Berlin. Mr Richard Craik, Director of Marketing of the Exotissimo Group, George Ehrlich-Adam, General Manager of the Exotissimo Travel Myanmar office, and Pantanida Jantsakool, Manager of our German Operations department. You can find us at Hall 26B, Booth 214. Mr Erik Meriot, Director of EXO Travel Paris and Ms Carine Battajon, MICE Manager, will attend IMEX from 17th April to 19th April in Frankfurt. Please feel free to stop by and visit with them. For more information or to make an appointment in advance, please contact marketing@exotissimo.com....
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| The Beach with the Golden Sun! |
| 2007-03-02 04:45:00 |
The availability of elephants, exotic jungle, relatively low production costs and a mature film industry, all make Thailand an attractive location for cinematographers. But it is the kingdom’s astonishing coastal scenery, with its pristine beaches, swaying palms and rugged capes that is the real movie magnet. Calm, inviting waters, colorful marine life and lush forests of wild coconut palms and mangroves are just some of the natural charms of the southern Thai islands that have played backdrop to famous blockbusters. The Man with the Golden Gun (1974) directed by Guy Hamilton and starring Roger Moore, was shot on location in Thailand, and famously features the stunning sands of Phang Nga Bay in Phuket.Scaramanga, (“He's not like other men... he has th...
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| Along the Perfume River |
| 2007-02-21 22:20:00 |
After a visit in 1981, the then Director General of UNESCO proclaimed Hue to be "a masterpiece of urban poetry". Famous for school girls in their white Áo Dài - Vietnamese national dress, and Nón Bài Tho - a conical straw hat hiding a secret poem, to the Vietnamese, Hue has ever been synonymous with romance and all that's beautiful. Established as the capital of unified Viet Nam in 1802, Hué was not only the political but also the cultural and religious centre under the Nguyen dynasty until 1945. Today the majestic Perfume River meanders past the remains of the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and the Inner City, as well as the tombs of several former emperors. The stunning Tu Duc Mausoleum with its triple ...
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| An Eastern Promise |
| 2007-02-13 22:55:00 |
The traditional wedding gown in China is not white but bright red, which symbolizes luck for the new couple, and you can expect lots of noisy firecrackers at the wedding to scare off evil spirits. In Japan, purple is the color of love. A young bride may choose to wear a silk kimono covered in purple iris-flowers on her big day.If you think you’ve got seating problems take heart: In Indonesia it is not uncommon for more than 1,000 guests to be invited to the wedding reception and it is customary for the bride and the groom to greet each guest in a long receiving line before festivities can begin!A fortune-teller, known as a kung-hap, traditionally looks into a couple’s future in Korea before they are married. A harmonious union is important as gifts alone for a traditional Korean wedd...
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| Lazy Love in Luang Prabang |
| 2007-02-01 05:11:00 |
"Luang Prabang is in reality a love, a dream, a poetry of naive sensuality which unfolds under the foliage of this perfumed forest". So penned Marte Bassene in his 1909 Laos travelogue, and a century later surprisingly little about this picturesque idyll has changed. Indeed, after their initial survey, UNESCO proclaimed Luang Prabang to be the "best preserved city in South East Asia."But nestled at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers and encircled by green mountains, Luang Prabang is also one of the most enchanting cities in the region and a destination that seems custom tailored for romance.A leisurely stroll through Luang Prabang feels like a walk through history. Crumbling colonial architecture gives way to ancient Buddhist temples and monast...
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| All aboard the Victoria Express! |
| 2007-01-22 22:19:00 |
Travel to Sapa in real style on the 10 hour overnight Victoria Express train from Hanoi to Lao Cai, and enjoy one of the world’s greatest rail experiences. Located 380 km northwest of Hanoi among the Hong Lien mountain range near the Chinese border, Sapa is one of the most spectacular and unspoilt regions of Vietnam. The Victoria Sapa Resort, a low-rise French chalet-style property high up on a mountainside, is the only luxury hotel in the region, and the perfect base to explore the many local hill tribe minorities. And what better way to get to this stunning colonial resort, than on board its luxury locomotive?Elegant wooden carriages with plush seating and luxurious sleeping cabins hark back to colonial-era travel and offer guests traveling to the Victoria Sapa Resort a uniquely roman...
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| Victoria Express Train Schedule |
| 2007-01-15 05:15:00 |
Beginning 1st January 2007, all departures will be in the evening, and there will be no trains running on Saturdays. Departures from Hanoi to Lao Cai is at 22.00, while departures from Lao Cai to Hanoi is at 21.15. For more information, please contact us....
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| Bagan Ancient Lunar-cy :: Ananda Pagoda |
| 2007-01-12 10:17:00 |
The Ananda Pagoda, is said by many to be the finest, largest and best preserved of all Bagan’s 2,000 holy temples and monuments, and in January each year, hundreds flock to the site for the epic, 23 day celebrations. The Ananda Pagoda, also known as Ananda Pahto, was built by King Kyansittha in the early Bagan Period (circa 12th Century), and is said to symbolize the limitless wisdom of the Buddha. The annual Ananda Pagoda Festival is a highlight of Myanmar’s cultural calendar, and is a spectacle that attracts locals, pilgrims and tourists from all over Bagan and beyond! Like a country-fair, you can see locals roll up to the temple with bull carts and horse carts, and remain there for the duration of the festival. Red-robed monks line up with their alms bowls to receive rice and crop...
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| Lakes and boulevards - Hanoi, Vietnam |
| 2007-01-10 07:29:00 |
The phrase 'faded grandeur' could have been coined specifically for the city of Hanoi. Nowhere in is the architectural heritage of the past so well preserved.Many of the grandiose villas and palaces built by the French are still in use today, mostly as government buildings. Wide, tree-lined boulevards skirt the misty lakes of the city and amongst it all are ancient temples and busy markets. is a truly fascinating and charming destination and few who visit fail to fall for the romance of the city. ...
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| Winter Season Promotion @ Ko Samui |
| 2006-12-09 05:10:00 |
Relax on Samui beach with these special offers during this winter season.Four days and three nights package at Bo Phut Resort & Spa, a deluxe resort on a secluded beach, is one of our winter season packages, especially for local residents and expats living in Asia Pacific . This offer includes accommodation, daily breakfast and private roundtrip airport transfers at a low price. Read more....
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| Lucky Draw Prize announcement |
| 2006-12-09 05:01:00 |
Exotissimo Thailand would like to thank all of you who came to visit us at the 2006 Ploenchit Fair. We hope that you had a good time and enjoyed all the games and activities.We are pleased to inform you that the Lucky Draw's Winner has been announced on our website since 30 November. You may be the one who has got a luck to win a prize from us. Please kindly check at this prize announcement page. Good Luck!If you are one of the winners, please kindly contact us before 15 December 2006 to pick up your prize. Otherwise, the prize will be transferred and awarded to other participants....
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| Exotissimo Travel |
| 2006-11-14 04:46:00 |
Travel agents for independent and group tours to Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar, providing holiday information, hotels, flight bookings, tailor-made travel itineraries and guided tours.Visit us at www.exotissimo.com for your tailor-made quote....
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| Ploenchit Fair 2006 |
| 2006-11-14 04:43:00 |
For the second time Exotissimo Travel will be present at the yearly Ploenchit Fair, which is held on Saturday November 18th from 10:00am until 8:00pm at the BEC-TERO Hall – Suan Lum Night Bazaar.Come to join us at the fair for a lucky draw with exciting prices, such as 2 days / 1 night at the cosy Kamu Lodge in Laos, 2 complimentary deluxe rooms at the beautiful Chedi Chiang Mai Hotel, complimentary lunch buffet for two at the Armari Boulevard or Amari Watergate, or an international buffet dinner for two at the Sofitel Silom. Read More...
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