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Sam Clark
Sam Clark
Sam Clark is one of the founding members of Experience Travel Group. His passion for Asia was first ignited by the travel writing of Norman Lewis, combined with the sad fact that the furthest he went as a child was to Scotland. Ever since spending his 19th birthday in Northern India, he has been making up for lost time, travelling all over the world including a stint living in Sri Lanka. Posts by Sam
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As Sri Lanka specialists, many customers and journalists have been asking us whether it is safe to travel to Sri Lanka right now. Following the well-documented economic and political issues last year that is an understandable concern. We answer your questions here.
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Discover 14 of the best beaches in Sri Lanka, as recommended by our travel experts. Find the perfect beach for you in Sri Lanka using our comprehensive guide.
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Get ETG’s update on traveller safety information in Myanmar at a time of political upheaval and during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Across AsiaSustainable TravelThe ETG Take On Travel
The Tipping Point – Tip Inclusive Holidays
by Sam ClarkExperience Travel Group are launching tip inclusive holidays. We think this makes a fairer and better holiday experience for all involved.
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As one of the most romantic destinations in the world – Sri Lanka has too many honeymoon locations to easily fit in one itinerary. At Experience Travel we would always look to talk in detail about your trip and ensure that what we put together is right for the both of you. After all, we would want this holiday to set the tone for your future family holidays with us!
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How much has luxury travel changed post-pandemic? We look at a recent survey to find out.
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ETG co-founder Sam, who got married in a villa in Sri Lanka, details everything you should know about villas on the island.
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaThe ETG Take On Travel
Making Travel Happen Again
by Sam ClarkFind out how we’re making travel happen again – safely and responsibly – in the time of Covid-19.
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Our CEO recently spoke on a Natwest-sponsored podcast, ‘Tough Conversations’ hosted by Steph McGovern, on how challenging it has been in the travel game since COVID-19.
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaThe ETG Take On Travel
How we are REALLY doing: a message from our MD & co-founder
by Sam ClarkHow have we survived the COVID crisis? An update from Sam Clark, MD of Experience Travel Group.
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Latest Travel News and Views from Asia
Survey Results: How you feel about travel in the time of Covid
by Sam ClarkWe asked our community of passionate travellers how they feel about travel in the time of Covid-19. Discover how they responded.
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We are surrounded by horror stories from across the world. But is the world really becoming a scarier place to live? Experience Travel Group invesigates.
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Are you a traveller or a tourist? And, really, what’s the difference between them? Find out from the holiday experts at ETG.
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaSri LankaSustainable TravelThe ETG Take On Travel
The ETG View: Sri Lanka kickstarting tourism with reduced hotel rates
by Sam ClarkIt’s been an emotional few weeks. And now the FCO has changed their advice against all but essential travel to Sri Lanka, we don’t quite know what to do next.
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Decided on India as a destination for your family holiday? Absolutely sure? I expect the next feeling is that you really have no idea where to start. What are the best places to visit in India with your family? Where should we go? What should we do?
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Will you help support the Sri Lankan chauffeur-guides? We have set up a JustGiving crowdfunding page to help support both the chauffeur-guides during this difficult period and a brilliant local…
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The ETG Take On Travel
Does the Way You Search for Travel Affect the Experience Itself?
by Sam ClarkIt’s commonplace now to remark that social media is shaping the way we experience the world. In travel, this phenomenon is especially pronounced. Visit any tourist site, and you can’t…
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaSri Lanka
Political Situation in Sri Lanka: Experience Travel Group Statement
by Sam ClarkWe are well aware of, and closely monitoring, the political situation in Sri Lanka since removal of the Prime Minister Ranil Wickramasinghe by Presidential Sirisena on Friday and his subsequent…
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We’ve all seen the terrible pictures and news from Palu and beyond in Sulawesi. Our thoughts are with the residents of the affected areas as they struggle to cope with…
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Experience Travel Group’s update on the coronavirus situation and how it has impacted the company and the travel industry.
Your travel questions answered at the Travel Forecast, with Experience Travel Group, Wild Frontiers and Kalukanda House.
The winner of our Nominate a Hero prize
Experience Travel Group launched a prize draw to celebrate the heros of the COVID-19 pandemic. Which hero has won a holiday to Sri Lanka?
ETG support the Amelie and Daniel Linsey Foundation Ball
Find out about the inspiring work of the Amelie and Daniel Linsey Foundation and why Experience Travel Group supported their fundraising ball.
We’re delighted to announce the launch of a new destination for Experience Travel Group: the spiritual Himalayan haven of Bhutan. Here we’re going to share a little bit more about…
As I am sure you are aware, Lombok was hit recently by two substantial earthquakes. Unusually, the second was not a smaller ‘aftershock’ but considerably more powerful than the first.…