Melissa Nicholas

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.

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 – …

From the phenomenal Phare circus in Cambodia to dining at a social enterprise in Vietnam, we’ve rounded up 12 extraordinary travel experiences across Asia that give back to local communities …

The hot new event in town is back… the Gourmet Galle Festival (in partnership with the Galle Literary Festival) in Sri Lanka.

Say no to homogenised hotels. Bland, brand accomodation, Just, why? Especially when we’ve gone out and tracked down the smartest, chicest, most charming retreats.

Tempted to swap the dreary drizzle for sunlit shores this autumn and winter? Here’s our latest hotel hotlist – each one promises warmth, relaxation, and a dash of adventure.

From a spectacular sweeping retreat in Indonesia to a heritage hotel by a sacred river in India, we’ve rounded up 12 of the most picturesque hotels across Asia.

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.

It’s a rare experience – stepping into a hotel that makes you pause, look around, take a breath and go “wow”. Here are seven – lucky you.

Sometimes, you have to actually walk through the door (or wrought iron gates, or crenellated archway) of a hotel to realize just how sparkling a hidden gem it is.

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 …

A room with a view, or the simple things, done well. Luxury is different for everyone, and we are on a mission to find out what a luxury holiday means …

Planning a family holiday? With delicious food, welcoming communities and a plethora of adventures, Thailand is the ideal destination. Explore our guide.

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!

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.

Discover the best river experiences in Asia, from boutique small-boat cruises to white-water rafting.

 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 …

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 …

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.

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 …