Find out all you need to know about the Galle Literary Festival 2025, including the lineup of speakers. Events include lively literary talks, cookery classes with celeb chefs, and sociable …
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Sri LankaThe ETG Take On TravelYour Travel Story
Sri Lanka: 20 Years On โ A Remarkable Story of Resilience, Recovery & Renewal
by Sam ClarkETG co-founder, Sam, reflects back on the shock of the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami in Sri Lanka, the relief efforts, and the island’s colossal comeback.
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Across AsiaLatest Travel News and Views from Asia
New Hotels in South & Southeast Asia – The Hotel Hub
Product Director, Melissa, provides her round-up of the most exciting new hotels in South and Southeast Asia. From luxury tented lodges in the wild to exclusive island beach resorts – …
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12 Days of Giveback: Our Favourite Meaningful Travel Experiences That Transform Destinations
From the phenomenal Phare circus in Cambodia to dining at a social enterprise in Vietnam, weโve rounded up 12 extraordinary travel experiences across Asia that give back to local communities …
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaSri Lanka
Gourmet Galle Festival 2025: Sri Lanka’s Culinary Event
The hot new event in town is back… the Gourmet Galle Festival (in partnership with the Galle Literary Festival) in Sri Lanka.
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Across AsiaIndiaLuxury TravelThe ETG Take On TravelTravel Inspiration
All the riches of Rajasthan. But none of the tourist crowds.
Find out which lesser-visited Princely State we always recommend to curious travellers keen to experience India’s cultural and natural wonders without the tourist throngs of Rajasthan…
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ETG’s Adventure Agenda for 2025
by Sam ClarkNew year, new horizons, new stories to tell. ETGโs co-founder Sam Clark shares where you should go in 2025 โ from the freshest of ETG destinations, to secret corners of …
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Sri LankaThe ETG Take On TravelTravel InspirationYour Travel Story
Virgin Twitcher at 50: Finding Love and Birding Bliss in Sri Lanka
Find out what happened when friend of ETG and PR whizz, Phoebe Oliver, celebrated her 50th birthday at the gorgeous Gal Oya Lodge, Sri Lanka.
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5 of the most unique hotels across Asia
Say no to homogenised hotels. Bland, brand accomodation, Just, why? Especially when weโve gone out and tracked down the smartest, chicest, most charming retreats.
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Your Family Deserves Better than Mass Tourism
by Sara WellsExplore Asia like never before with curated crowd-free experiences. Perfect for the discerning family seeking unique travel adventures in South & Southeast Asia.
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Across AsiaLatest Travel News and Views from Asia
Travel News in South & Southeast Asia 2024 – News Hub
As specialists in travel to the region, we’re always on the ball and ‘The News Hub’ is the place for up-to-date travel news in South & Southeast Asia.
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Sustainable TravelThailandThe ETG Take On TravelTravel InspirationYour Travel Story
Koh Lanta: The Goldilocks of the Thai islands
Phuket too busy? Koh Jum too quiet? This Thai island gets it just right. Travel writer, Abi Flanagan, shares everything you need to know about this special spot…
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Across AsiaSustainable TravelThe ETG Take On TravelTravel InspirationYour Travel Story
Saraโs Travel Story: Connecting with Communities in Nepal
by Sara WellsWhat happened when Asia specialist, Sara, headed into the hills of Kathmandu Valley to stay with two different communities? Read about her wonderfully immersive experience.
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Experience Travel TalksIndiaThe ETG Take On TravelYour Travel Story
Experience Travel Talks: Episode 3
by Sam ClarkBuckle up for Episode 3 of Experience Travel Talks. Weโre taking you further down Rajasthanโs bumpy roads to Chanoud Garh, a 300-year-old fort-palace overlooking the Aravali foothills.
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Family TravelIndonesiaThe ETG Take On TravelTravel Inspiration
5 reasons why Indonesia is ideal for family fun
Diving deeper into ‘The Unseen’ of Indonesia, here’s why it’s ideal for family fun (despite being the epitome of a honeymoon destination).
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IndonesiaThe ETG Take On TravelTravel Inspiration
8 of ‘The Seen & The Unseen’ Highlights of Indonesia
Inspired by the Balinese Hindu philosophy โSekala, Niskalaโ (The Seen & The Unseen), here are 8 contrasting highlights of Indonesia. Go beyond the ‘Insta-famous’ hotspots with us to seek out …
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Thailand is a world-famous destination for elephant experiences. But the topic of wildlife tourism and animal welfare in Thailand is emotive and complicated. So, we’ve put together this guide to …
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Experience Travel TalksIndiaThe ETG Take On TravelYour Travel Story
Experience Travel Talks: Episode 2
by Sam ClarkIn the second episode of our vodcast series, step inside a special summer palace โ Shahpura Bagh, a luxury homestay in rural Rajasthan.
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12 of the most beautiful hotels across Asia
From a spectacular sweeping retreat in Indonesia to a heritage hotel by a sacred river in India, weโve rounded up 12 of the most picturesque hotels across Asia.
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Experience Travel TalksIndiaThe ETG Take On TravelYour Travel Story
Experience Travel Talks: Episode 1
by Sam ClarkTo kick off our brand-new vodcast series, weโre whisking you away to the beautiful badlands of Chambal. Here, youโll experience the magic of rural Rajasthan and meet Anu.
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Sri LankaThe MaldivesTravel Inspiration
Things to Know About the Glowing Beaches of The Maldives and Sri Lanka
by Alice BowerMost people would expect that the beaches in the Maldives and Sri Lanka offer the best experiences in daylight. However, these pristine and white-sand beaches are more than just a …
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It’s clear to us that the current FCDO advice for Sri Lanka needs a rethink. Find out about the campaign we’re running to refresh it and get involved.
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Together, we’re making travel better – thank you! Discover how your ETG holiday is helping disadvantaged children in Southeast Asia.
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Sri LankaTravel Inspiration
Celebrating Christmas with a Taste of Sri Lanka: King Coconut Wine Recipe
Discover the art of making King Coconut Wine with our step-by-step guide. Perfect for Christmas, and ideal for those who love unique homemade wines. Start now and toast next Christmas …
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The ETG Take On Travel
Our Top Travel Planning Secrets for 2024 | Compiled by Asia Travel Specialists
by Matt BrazierHaving organised 1000’s of holidays; team ETG are lifting the lid on all those planning secrets we use to create trips of a lifetime.
ETG Hotel Hotlist: 2024 Favourites
We’re an opiniated bunch here at Team ETG. After all, it’s our job to make sure every hotel in our collection adds something special to your trip. Discover our favourites …
5 of the best Attenborough-style adventures in Asia
Feeling inspired by Attenborough’s latest series? Ditto! Here’s how your wildest dreams can be turned into reality on ETG adventures in Asia.
ETG Hotel Hotlist: Top 5 Winter Sun Escapes for 2024
Tempted to swap the dreary drizzle for sunlit shores this autumn and winter? Hereโs our latest hotel hotlist โ each one promises warmth, relaxation, and a dash of adventure.
Sam’s travel story: Exploring a hidden corner of the Himalayas
Discover what happened when our co-founder, Sam Clark, ventured into the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand (the northernmost point of India that few tourists visit) and get a feel for its …
Tackling Over-Tourism In Sri Lankaโs Yala National Park
Yala has long been famous for its leopards, but now over-tourism is ruining the park for wildlife and visitors alike. So, what can be done to protect Yala?
In this blog, we reveal some lesser-known alternatives to the highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia – far from the crowds, queues and selfie-sticks of the modern tourist trap.
Find out why you need to visit Bhutan now, as described by two ETG travellers, Steve and Joanna. See the amazing traditional culture, before modernisation takes hold.