Founder of Gal Oya Lodge, Sangjay, shares his tips for travelling like an ‘insider’ in Gal Oya National Park – home to herds of elephants, crocodiles and various bird life. …
Guest Post
Guest Post
Guest posts on the Experience Travel Group blog are articles written by the wider ETG community, rather than a member of the immediate team. It might be one of our travellers, a journalist, a partner in Asia or anyone else that has an inspiring story to share.
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Eleanor represents some of Sri Lanka’s best boutique hotels; full of character, history and beautiful antiques. She is now based in the country, popping over to the UK to promote …
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Kevin, owner of Jim’s Farm, between Dambulla and Kandy shares stories about his life on the property. From the annual cultivation and harvest of coconuts, spices, pepper, cinnamon and mangoes, …
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Latest Travel News and Views from Asia
Best Tour Operator to Southeast Asia – We Won!!
by Guest Post & Amelia CurranWe’re incredibly proud to announce we won Best Small Tour Operator to Southeast Asia in the 2016 British Travel Awards.
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The ETG Take On Travel
Booking Direct vs With a Travel Company: a comparison
by Guest Post & Amelia CurranA very common question from travellers when we’re putting their trips together is, “why book with you rather than going direct?” Here’s the answer:
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If you’re starting to plan a trip to Cambodia, you’ll find there’s a lot of information out there about what to do, where and when. If it all seems a …
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Jane recently went to Sri Lanka for her summer holiday with Experience Travel Group. A first foray ‘en famille’ to this exotic destination, we asked after her thoughts on this …
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The ETG Take On Travel
What we’ve learnt from our worst holiday nightmares
by Guest Post & Amelia CurranWe’ve all been there: flight cancellations, lost luggage, lost passengers, lost passports and lost sanity. Just when you’re supposed to be enjoying your precious free time, it all seems to …
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We asked the resident chef of Jungle Beach on Sri Lanka’s east coast to share his favourite recipe with us. He chose Trincomalee crab curry, a delicious dish best served …
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Learning about our ancestors can help us to get to the bottom of our identity; what has our family done, where have they lived and how does that influence ourselves …
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Family TravelSri Lanka
Top 5 experiences for families with older children in Sri Lanka
by Guest PostCat and family went on a summer holiday adventure with us to Sri Lanka and we asked her to share her top 5 favourite experiences. From swimming races with her …
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It’s never been easier to reach anywhere in the world, so why should you choose Asia?
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Guesthouses in The Maldives are the latest accommodation style to arrive in the country and they allow visitors to stay on local islands, gaining insight into Dhivehi culture. There are …
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaMyanmarSustainable Travel
Can you help? We’re raising money for schools in Myanmar
by Guest Post & Amelia CurranWe’re walking 40km on the south downs, whatever the weather!, and we need your help! We want to raise £1000 to contribute to education in Myanmar. Will you support us …
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We asked one of our guides from Vietnam to talk a little bit about his life and motivations. Here, Ut explains his background, best memories with our travellers and interests.
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Whilst the world-famous overgrown Angkor temples are an obvious lure for travellers going to Cambodia, there are so many other nearby experiences that are often overlooked. Here, we share what …
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Judy’s Sri Lanka story is truly remarkable. Growing up in Ceylon, here she talks about her holiday with us to the country, revisiting her childhood haunts, the smells, the images, …
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Mu explored the wild and varied nature of India’s famous national parks. Spotting wild peacocks rooting at the side of the road, to hearing the chattering of Nynah birds to …
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When designing our signature experiences in Cambodia around Angkor and beyond, we sought out the expertise and suggestions of old friend and country expert Jake. Travelling around Southeast Asia when …
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Sarah went on a trip of a lifetime to Indonesia and Myanmar (Burma) September 2015. From meeting local celebrities of the Malang football team, to spotting beautiful orangutans in the …
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Along with much of the country, Vietnam’s capital city, Hanoi, has become a booming destination to travel to. But where do you go in a city with so much to …
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Family TravelSri Lanka
Do’s and Don’ts for Sri Lanka family travel at Christmas
by Guest Post & Amelia CurranSri Lanka is one of our most popular destinations for families at Christmas. Here we detail some of our insider hints and tips for travel during this season. 1. Do …
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In 2015, Dinah Jefferies approached Experience Travel Group to organise her research trip for her next novel. Set in 1950s French Indochina, travel expert Nick tailor-made her an itinerary through …
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Good news for British travellers, Vietnam has extended its Visa exemption for another year.
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You’re looking for an Easter holiday getaway but want good weather, some fun, unique experiences and easy flights in and out. This guide will help you to pick the best …
More and more travellers want to get under the surface of a destination but keep a sense of independence and freedom whilst exploring. To combine the best of both worlds, …
When the British winter has you wondering if the sun actually ever existed and you haven’t seen your own skin in weeks, you know it’s time to jet off in …
Discover the benefits of hiring a guide in Sri Lanka for a richer travel experience. Local expertise can enhance your journey for a truly immersive holiday.
Sheena travelled to the Jaipur Literature Festival 2014 and had an incredible experience listening to the world’s most respected writers and artists during the week-long celebration. Here she shares the …
We invited Duncan, founder of our destination charity: Heal Kids, to talk about how travel inspired him to set up the foundation. On his visit to Bagan, he met a …
Teardrop hotels feature some of our most popular boutique properties in Sri Lanka, including the stunning boutique heritage villa the Wallawwa. We’re incredibly excited about the recently opened Fort Bazaar, …
Content editor Philly recently explored new local island experiences in The Maldives. From tucking into delicious local dishes, to exploring important cultural sights to appreciating the everyday life of Maldivians …