It feels good to do good. Using your precious holiday time to give back to a worthwhile cause feels even better. But a virtuous vacation needn’t be dull. Those in the know can unearth fascinating, horizon-broadening experiences and opportunities that are as life-changing for the travellers undertaking them as for the people and places they support.
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Melissa Nicholas
Melissa Nicholas
Melissa is one of the original members of team ETG. Having travelled extensively worldwide and worked in the industry for years, she pioneered our holidays to Southeast Asia in 2006. Now, as our Head of Product, Melissa makes sure we offer the most varied and interesting holidays in the business. She is famous for her eye for detail and works tirelessly to ensure each ETG experience is the best it can be. Melissa loves working in travel not only to feed her own wanderlust but because she gets to spark curiosity in others too - not least her two children, who have been lucky enough to accompany her all over Asia.
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Across AsiaLatest Travel News and Views from Asia
Travel News in South & Southeast Asia – The News Hub
Follow this blog for up-to-date travel news in South & Southeast Asia
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Tailor-made holiday. It’s the biggest cliché in travel, and we’ve been as guilty as anyone. So many companies bandy it about: from niche tour operators to holiday package behemoths and high street travel agents. But what do ‘tailor-made holidays’ actually mean for you?
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Discover everything you need to know about travel in Asia in 2022 as more and more countries open up their borders.
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Guide to Thailand With Kids | Expert Advice
If a holiday to Asia seems a little daunting, particularly if you’re considering bringing the whole family, Thailand with kids is the perfect compromise. With an extremely warm and welcoming population, delicious food and incredible potential for relaxation and adventure, children will come home raving about a trip to Thailand.
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Across AsiaLatest Travel News and Views from Asia
Flights to South & Southeast Asia – The Flight Hub
A new flight can open up different and varied destinations very easily. Here, ETG, keep track of our favourite new flight routes in Asia.
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Ever had any luxury hotel experiences that didn’t live up to expectations? We hear you. Floating breakfasts have got a lot to answer for!
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What are the hotels like in Bhutan? There aren’t just luxury hotels in Bhutan. We go in-depth on the varied accommodation options in Bhutan.
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Discover ETG’s favourite train journeys in Asia. Unmissable scenery and slow travel soaking up the local way of life.
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Our Head of Product, Melissa, shares how the Covid-19 played out for ETG.
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To find out more about holidays to Bhutan, trekking or otherwise, do get in touch on 0207 924 7133 or fill out an enquiry form here. Alternatively, you can head…
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It is a truth universally acknowledged that tourists hate other tourists. But, when visiting the most iconic sites a country has to offer, we have to accept that being among…
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We’re incredibly excited to share a sneak peek of Koyao Island Resort’s new luxury tented accommodation. Perched on a hill overlooking the stunning, island-dotted Andaman sea, it’s an awe-inspiring place to relax. The tents will be opening later this year; a potential place to stay for Christmas 2017 at the latest.
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At the very heart of Experience Travel Group is the belief that authentic, off-the-beaten-track experiences can go hand in hand with comfort and relaxation. Our trademark Signature Experiences epitomise this.
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You often see The Maldives and Dubai advertised in the Sunday papers by mainstream holiday companies as a classic “two centre” holiday. The two destinations are frequently bundled together because…
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Heading out to Vietnam again this month and spurred on by Rick Steins recent Far Eastern Odyssey series and cookery book, I decided that this time I would pay more…
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Guide to Elephants in Thailand | Ethical Advice
Thailand is a world-famous destination for elephant experiences. Explore our recommendations for Elephants in Thailand, experiences and locations
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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 – she passes on her top recommendations for places to stay on your next trip.
Discover the best river experiences in Asia, from boutique small-boat cruises to white-water rafting.
Product Director, Melissa, recently inspected several exciting island resorts in The Maldives. As part of her visit, she flew for the first time in a seaplane. More spectacular than a speedboat, flying low enough to give fantastic views over the white sandy islands in the turquoise ocean, she provides her account of the experience.
Product Director, Melissa, gives her top 5 romantic hotels she has been to across South East Asia.