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There is never a dull day in Thailand . Whether it is the Songkran Festival or the first cool breeze of the winter season

There is always something to make you smile, laugh, cry or get excited about. Thailand is a land of magic and mystery attracting the Western world

to seek of advantage and romance. Blessed with a huge allocation of beautiful natural resources and extraordinary culture, it is no wonder that The people of  Thailand

are such fun-loving people. Quite simply, where else can you find pristine beaches, crystal blue waters, an assortment of activities and a choice of modern or primitive accommodations all in one compact package? Take the opportunity to view the destinations below and see what hidden treasures await you.

VISIT Thailand help support the economy - to maintain the eco-structure.

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Customs:
Social Norms :In Thailand Thais don't normally shake hands when they greet one another,

but instead press the palms together in a prayer-like gesture called a wai. Generally a younger person wais an elder, who returns it. Thais regard the head as the highest part of the body, literally and figuratively. Therefore, avoid touching people on the head and try not to point your feet at people or an object. It is considered very rude.
Thailand: Shoes should be removed when entering a private Thailand home. Public displays of affection between men and women are frowned upon.
Hire Car : If you want to go your own way, there are many car hire firms in Thailand. The road system is good and well sign - posted.
Thailand Rickshaws/ Samlors : These three-wheeled bicycles are used to transport 1-2 people a short distance.
Marshal Arts Kick Boxing sports are highly respected & enjoyed as a way to keep fit & active, in Thailand.
Koh Samui
Idyllically situated in the Gulf of Thailand, just over one hours direct flight from Bangkok and Phuket. This tropical island paradise, with its coconut plantations, waterfalls and talc-like beaches is perfect for a relaxing holiday; while the Chaweng area offers plenty of activities.
3*plus Paradise Beach Resort
Set in tropical gardens on the shores of the less commercial Mae Nam Beach, close to the village, with lively Chaweng just a few minutes drive away. An easygoing resort in a quiet setting.
FREE NIGHTS offer!
Pay 5 stay 8, pay 8 stay 14. Note: compulsory breakfast charge for each free night £6 per person per night. Valid 16 sep - 20 Dec

3* Nova Samui
Overlooking Chaweng Lake, within easy reach of the town's restaurants, bars and great facilities, this informal hotel sits in quiet landscaped gardens, just 800 metres from the beach.
FREE NIGHTS offer!
Pay 5 stay 8, pay 8 stay 14. Note: compulsory breakfast charge for each free night £5 per person per night. Valid 1 sep - 20 Dec

SINGAPORE Holidays & Tours

A combination of modern metropolis and enduring traditions, Singapore boasts an intriguing and unique blend of contrasts,

from the luxurious Singapore hotels to the bustle of Chinatown.
Enhance your stay and pre-purchase the following two excursion package for £28 per person. These are our most popular in-resort tours.
City Orientation Tour - A half day tour to discover the city's fascinating colonial past, and including a visit to Chinatown, the Botanic Gardens and Little India
Dinner Cruise - The best way to see Singapore by night. Marvel at the magnificent skyline as you enjoy dinner aboard your cruise boat. (Transfers not included).
FREE NIGHTS AND BONUS OFFERS
Concorde Hotel - pay 3 nights stay 4 nights. This has been included in the price panel. Valid all dates.
Hotel Phoenix - pay 4 nights stay 5 nights. This has been included in the price panel. Pay 9 nights stay 10 nights. Valid all dates.
Traders Hotel - pay 3 nights stay 4 nights. Valid 4 Aug-31 Aug. This has been included in the price panel. Plus receive free breakfast when staying between 4 Aug- 31 Aug.
Shangri-La recieve free breakfast when staying between 4 Aug-31 Aug.

BALI
There are many reasons to include Bali as part of a holiday to the Far East; the main ones being:-
It is one of the most exotic destinations in the world with a unique and fascinating culture
It is excellent value for money, as hotels have maintained their rates for the past three years
The people are very gentle, friendly and welcoming, and English is widely spoken in the main resort areas which we can arrange.
Inexpensive local restaurants offer delicious hot spicy Indonesian food and seafood, with reasonably priced western cuisine widely featured on hotel menus
Bali is a large island with stunning scenery, offering many exciting sightseeing opportunities. Bali holidays & Bali hotels offer some of the best views in the world
An abundance of local handicrafts and art is available at bargain prices
Bali climate - the dry season, is opposed to the rainy season in some other destinations,which lends itself to being

a second holiday destination, with a pleasant dry heat.

Here are some of our featured Bali hotels.
 
3*plus Grand Bali Beach
Brochured hotel
An international style hotel located in 45 acres of tropical gardens on the long white sandy beach of Sanur.

One of Bali's favourite resorts, offering a choice of traditional or modern accommodation and extensive faclities.
 
4* Melia Benoa
Brochured hotel
Set in landscaped tropical gardens on the beach at Tanjung Benoa, next to the main resort area of Nusa Dua.

Ideally located and offering high standards of accommodation and a wide range of facilities and activities.

5* Sheraton Laguna Nusa Dua
Brochured hotel
Amidst 17 acres of lushly landscaped gardens, surrounded by swimmable lagoons, on the golden sands of the Nusa Dua resort area.

A deluxe hideaway resort in a beautiful setting offering excellent accommodation and a wide range of facilities.
 
Bali is not generally requested as a single centre, but as part of a twin cente or multi centre itinerary.

Due to the length of the flight it is a good idea to break the journey in either Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok or Kuala Lumpur.

Brochures feature some of the options available and your personal arranger is more than happy to help.

Please keep us in mind or print off our 'PRINT' details to take advantage of all our special offers.
Indonesia This beautiful country—sunrise over a volcanic crater, stunning beaches, ancient temples, lush gardens,

Balinese dancers and to make sure everything turned out just fine.
“Terima Kasih,” Indonesian for “thank you.”  
Jakarta, the capital city, taking the fancy yet inexpensive Silverbird taxis as well as buses. 
Experience Indonesian cuisine,  chicken satay lunch (grilled chicken and peanut sauce) is a well known guide for testing yuor taste before you go...
Volcanoes and hydrangeas. The National Monument is found in Medan Merdeka (Freedom Square), one of the world's largest city squares. The 137-metre tower was built by Russians, and there is a viewing area just below the flame and a museum in the basement. The Istiqlal Mosque is the second largest in the world and took 17 years to build. Unless you get permission, you can only view it from the outside but it is still a very impressive structure.
If you have more free time after visiting these sights, have a look at the Museum Gadjah (National Musuem) and the

Taman Ismali Marzuki (Jakarta Arts Centre).

through cities, small villages or "desas," and farming communities growing rice.
Through the steep foothills of Bromo. The hillsides were covered with blue, red and yellow flowers; my mother, an expert gardener, identified them as poinsettias, hydrangeas, brugmansia, morning glories and coleus.

  JAPAN

Kyoto Tokyo Osaka...
Indoors and outdoors is ingrained in Japanese culture, and
wearing shoes into someone’s house is a very bad start
To avoid getting off on the wrong foot, here are some guidelines

Japanese homes and guesthouses usually have a foyer, called a genkan,
specifically meant for changing in and out of shoes. Footwear that slips on
and off easily . In the genkan, take off one shoe and step
with that foot into the main part of the house. Then remove your other shoe,
never letting your bare feet touch the genkan floor. It’s polite to align your shoes neatly
off to one side, with toes facing outward. Guests are often offered slippers to wear around the house,

In Japanese homes, the toilet—which is almost always separate from the bathroom—usually has its own set of slippers. Leave your regular slippers at the door and put on the special toilet ones. Switch slippers again when you exit the bathroom, or you will simultaneously amuse and horrify your hosts.

Some homes and restaurants have rooms with traditional rice-straw flooring, known as tatami. Guests should remove their shoes or slippers and sit directly on the floor in tatami-mat rooms, which are furnished with low tables and cushions. Think of tatami as plush, white carpeting that you would only dare touch with stockings or bare feet.

Many temples, shrines, historical buildings, and even museums require visitors to take off their shoes before they enter. If you see a basket filled with ugly plastic slippers near the entrance, that’s your cue—which for many big-footed Westerners may mean flopping around with their heels hanging off the backs.

When you dine out, what you do with your shoes depends largely on the type of restaurant. If there are Western-style tables and chairs, keep your shoes on.
At traditional Japanese restaurants with tatami-mat floors, shoes are not allowed. The rules confuse many outsiders -

When all else fails, just follow the lead of locals or simply ask


 CHINA There are new places to visit in China every year. The best way to see the real story is to go on a professional tour -

A good start could be Beijing + Xian + Shanghai + Hong Kong - with Kuoni.
(Visa required at least 8 weeks prior to departure, Passport - at least 6 months to expiry, on return)

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THAILAND

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How about jungle safaries, island tours including sailing or power - snorkling...
Fromm Great Clippership cruises to
Scuba-Diving Junks!


 

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