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3 Nagas Renovates for the High Season
2008-06-04 03:40:00 The 3 Nagas by Alila will be renovated this summer, from May to June 2008. This upcoming high season will see a jump in traffic to Luang Prabang this year, and without a doubt the 3 Nagas is one of the nicest properties in the area. The 15 rooms and suites will be updated with ... More About: Season , Laos , High
Hotel d?Lyon in Luang Prabang
2008-05-29 10:45:00 The Hotel d’Lyon is a new 3-star hotel recently opened in Luang Prabang. Sitting outside of town on the way to the airport, the 24-room hotel has is a good option for regional guests who may enjoy bathing in open air Jacuzzis. With room inventory being quite limited in Luang Prabang, the Hotel d’Lyon is ... More About: Laos
Going Native in Bangkok and Chiang Mai
2008-05-23 06:37:00 Exotissimo Thailand is pleased to introduce our new city safaris. Available in Chiang Mai and Bangkok , they are unique day tours taking advantage of various means of public transportation. In Bangkok, your day begins with a SkyTrain ride and a public boat ride to Bangkok’s historic quarter for visits to the Royal Palace, Wat Po ... More About: Native
Myanmar Cyclone Update
2008-05-06 09:09:00 Myanmar has experienced the worst cyclone in over 70 years. The storm hit Yangon, Pathein and the Bago area. Other areas of the country have been unaffected. Yangon itself was badly damaged. Many trees and telephone poles have fallen, damaging electricity and telephone cables. It will take time to repair the city. Currently, the Exotissimo Yangon office has ... More About: Update , Myanmar , Cyclone , Nargis
Trekking in Huai Nam Dang, Chiang Mai
2008-05-06 05:38:00 Just an hour and a half from Chiang Mai , Huai Nam Dang National Park is filled with virginal forests, charming hilltribe villages and tons of flora and fauna. You can explore it on foot or from the back of a majestic elephant. Bamboo rafter down the Mae Taeng River is also available, and we recommend ... More About: Karen , Trekking
Victoria Express Undergoes Maintenance
2008-05-01 04:52:00 The ever-popular Victoria Express , connecting Hanoi to Lao Cai (and onwards to perennial favorite Sapa), will be undergoing its annual maintenance from 1st May to 30th May 2008. During this time, only one sleeping carriage will be available for each trip. Should your file be affected by this loss of capacity, Exotissimo Travel has already ... More About: Vietnam , Maintenance
Vientiane-Luang Namta on Lao Airlines
2008-03-26 02:45:00 Starting 31st March 2008, Lao Airlines will restart their flights between Vientiane and Luang Namta. 2008 should be a busy year for Laos, and we are glad to see that there will be additional options on the busy Vientiane-Luang Namta corridor. The route has been closed since October 2006, and its re-opening is timely, and ...
Department Changes at Exotissimo Laos
2008-03-20 05:12:00 Effective February 18th, Exotissimo Laos is continuing with its structural re-organization. Mr. David Jaillet is moving from his duties as Operations Manager to new challenges in re-opening our local travel agency. Ms. Chloe Chomienne will be taking over the Inbound Reservations Department after working in our local travel agency and a brief stint working for Carlson ...
Siem Reap Airways re-opens SGN-REP Route
2008-03-17 07:39:00 Starting on 30th March 2008, Siem Reap Airways will re-open their daily Saigon to Ho Chi Minh City route. This creates new options for interesting combination itineraries between Saigon, Siem Reap and beyond. The late morning/early afternoon departure times will certainly make connections convenient and relatively stress free. More About: Route
VN Airlines Increases Fares
2008-03-17 07:36:00 From 1st March 08 onwards, Vietnam Airlines (VN) is introducing a new booking class for Economy Class seats on its domestic network. The new L-class seats will see an increase of 10-20%, depending on the routing when compared to the current M Class bookings. After 1st March, we expect the availability of M-class seats to ...
Nam Kha and Nam Phan Restaurants Close
2008-02-25 03:02:00 At the beginning of February, the Nam Kha and Nam Phan restaurants have closed. Both have been providing luxury dining experiences in downtown Saigon for years. However the Vietnamese government has re-purposed the locations of these two properties, forcing their closure. Please contact Vietnam@exotissimo.com for further information. More About: Restaurants , Close
Movenpick moves into Vietnam
2008-02-19 03:01:00 This year marks Movenpick’s entry into Vietnam . The brand will renovate and manage the Omni Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and the Guoman Hotel in Hanoi. The 350-room Movenpick Hotel Saigon (Omni) will be located in Phu Nhuan district, minutes away from Tan Son Nhat airport, while the 150-room Movenpick Hotel Hanoi (Guoman) is ... More About: Moves
Arisai - European Dining in Luang Prabang
2008-02-18 09:37:00 Arisai is a great new restaurant for good Mediterranean food. Set in Luang Prabang’s old town, it is a great option for FITs and small groups (less than 8 persons). Opened by native who studied in France, Arisai is part of a wave of restaurants bringing modern cuisine to Laos . It is the place to ... More About: European , Dining
Emeraude goes into drydock
2008-02-18 03:06:00 It is almost that time of year again, when the Emeraude has to go into drydock for its yearly maintenance. This year, it will be unavailable from 28th May to 5th July 2008. The Emeraude is a perennial favorite for those wishing to explore Halong Bay from its colonial decks. Please contact Vietnam@exotissimo.com in case ...
Cocktails at the Mekong Deck
2008-02-16 07:01:00 The Mekong Deck restaurant is a new dining option in Vientiane. A small restaurant, it is for those small groups looking for a casual atmosphere with a touch of sophistication. Local bands play cover songs of past and present pop hits. Its location with views of the Mekong (and Thailand beyond) makes it the perfect ... More About: Laos , Cocktails
Killing Fields to be closed on February 26th, 2008
2008-02-16 03:24:00 The Killing Fields will be closed on February 26th, 2008. The Fields are a Buddhist Memorial to Cambodia ?s tragic history. Visiting here can be a very emotional for many. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and rest assured we will adjust our tours as necessary for this day.
Sunrise Nha Trang Rebranded Melia
2008-02-15 06:04:00 This January, the Spain-based Sol Melia group took over management of the Sunrise Nha Tran g . The Sunrise is a good choice for those who wish to be located in Nha Trang (and access to the city’s selection of restaurants and bars) while being close to the beach. Tran Phu Road lies between the hotel and ... More About: Vietnamese
?King Express? and ?Victoria Express? are not the same
2008-02-14 05:49:00 Recently, local-owned King Express has purchased some retired carriages from the Victoria Express for use on the Lao Cai / Hanoi route. The King Express trains are older cars and do not provide the same level of service that we have come to expect from the Victoria brand. We would not want to have anyone ...
Exotissimo Travel at 2008 Travel Trade Shows
2008-02-07 03:12:00 Exotissimo Travel at AIME 2008 in Melbourne Dear Partner, We are pleased to remind you that Exotissimo Travel will be attending AIME in Melbourne next month from 19-20 February. More About: Asia , Trade , Trade Shows
Khakaborazi National Park
2008-01-30 08:46:00 Khakaborazi National Park was established to conserve the vast variety of flora and fauna endemic to Myanmar, including the rare orchids and medicinal plants found at the foot of the mountains. The park is also home to large exotic animals takin, musk deer, blue sheep, black barking deer and the leaf deer. It is a ... More About: National Park
Pioneer Putao
2008-01-23 07:56:00 Myanmar is known for its gorgeous beaches, charming peoples and magical temples. What most people forget is that this quiet country has a wealth of wilderness and adventure destinations. Literally towering over other adventure destinations in the area, Putao in the extreme north is the perfect base from which to launch northern expeditions. More About: Myanmar , Pioneer
Governor?s Residence Re-opens
2008-01-09 08:20:00 The Governor ’s Residence in Yangon has re-opened after two months of upgrading its amenities and facilities. The new Governor’s Rooms have been remodeled, updating its charming traditional decor with modern luxury, including flat-screen TVs and Wi-fi Internet access. More About: Myanmar
Happy Birthday Exotissimo!
2008-01-01 08:28:00 This January, we are celebrating 15 years of Exotissimo Travel. In 1992, our founders came to Vietnam and saw all the country had to offer. Although over the years we have spread our operations to other countries in Southeast Asia, Vietnam has always been the heart of our operations. Thanks to your support and patronage, ... More About: Happy , Birthday , Happy Birthday
Community Challenge: Accomplished!
2007-12-31 06:08:00 “The first time Action Aid had ever taken volunteers from the UK to work on a project overseas and the first time Community Challenge had run a build in Cambodia. With the help of Exotissimo throughout the planning stage, the time we were in the country the build was a runaway success!” - John Butler, ...
Kampot and Bokor Hill: Going Off Road
2007-12-26 08:54:00 Kampot is known as one of the most laid-back places in Cambodia . It helps that it?s also one of the most beautiful places in Cambodia. Located on the banks of the Kampot River and just a stone throw from the Gulf of Thailand, Kampot is developing its scene with tasteful and atmospheric small restaurants. More About: Road , Hill , Off-Road
Evason Ana Mandara Villas Dalat Promotion
2007-12-24 08:51:00 The romantic Evason Ana Mandara Dalat is offering a promotion for all new bookings from 2nd January to 31st March 2008 (except for 7th-15th February). The offer provides an additional night’s booking for each night, with a minimum stay of three nights. A three night stay would be the equivalent of 2+1 (paying two nights ... More About: Promotion , Villas
Cruise Halong?s Jasmine Junk
2007-12-12 12:13:00 The Jasmine Junk will set sail on 18th December 2007. The newest four star junk on Halong Bay, we expect it to give the Emeraude, the Bhaya, the Ginger and the Indochina Sails junks some healthy competition. Furnished with a 1930s aesthetic, the Jasmine will feature 22 spacious cabins, a restaurant and lounge. For those ... More About: Myanmar , Cruise
Mae Kampong Homestay
2007-11-26 03:39:00 Over the past few year, Mae Kampong has become the home of several ecotourism activities. Among these, homestays are some of the most popular, adn provide a great and unique experience to spend time with locals. You will learn about their customs and traditions while cooking dinner. During your stay, you will ... More About: Thailand
Mahout Training And Homestay
2007-11-24 04:16:00 This is truly a once in a lifetime experience. Located in Lampang, the main objective of the National Elephant Institute is to develop elephant conservation in a sustainable way by proposing projects and other guidelines for communities that keep elephants. They can hopefully earn enough money through tourism rather than through panhandling or illegal logging. As ... More About: Thailand , Training , TRAI , Raining
The View From Horseback
More articles from this author:2007-11-23 04:16:00 Views from horseback are on the menu from the Royal Park View Hotel. Tourists are invited to the coffee, tea and pineapple plantations that surround Pyin Oo Lwin. This unique offering brings people closer to the organic daily lives of the local inhabitants. Horse-drawn carriages are another popular transportation option, and not to be missed ... More About: The View , View , Myanmar 1, 2, 3 |
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