Much joy though a holiday can bring, there is also a lot of scope for things to go wrong. You’re in a foreign country, where food, language and customs are …
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Paris, Rome, Laos. Which has more intrigue? The first two destinations are spectacular places to go, but one thing’s for sure: everyone knows about them already and they can be …
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Like most of us, Sri Lankans love a tipple. But how far (or, indeed, high) will they go for their favourite beverage?
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We’ve got a brand new look! Find out how and why we got here.
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In our ‘Travel Tales’ series, we invite our travellers and colleagues to share their most memorable holiday experiences. ETG travel consultants regularly visit their specialist destinations to ensure our advice is fresh, …
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Hanoi is at a fascinating crossroads between old and new. We explore this moment in history with some of its longest standing residents.
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Southeast Asia is a foodie world capital. Yet compared to the exalted cuisine of its neighbours, Indonesian food is often overlooked. So we decided to showcase some of the distinctive …
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We believe a Sri Lankan chauffeur guide can really improve your holiday experience, so why not get to know one of them before you travel…
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Don’t let the fact that there is no beach in Laos put you off visiting. Discover the best beach alternatives in Laos for sun and swimming.
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaThe Maldives
Culture in the Maldives: new flight route to Gan Island
If you thought that a visit to the Maldives meant sacrificing local culture, think again. Gan Island, the most southerly point in The Maldives, has recently become considerably more accessible …
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As one of the most threatened species on the planet, it’s exciting news that tiger numbers are on the rise in South India. Significant gains have been made in the …
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Last week, travel expert James received a somewhat unusual package at the ETG office- a copy of the magazine ‘Narrow Gauge World‘. It turned out a client had been so pleased …
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If you’re looking to head abroad this summer, you may be facing the toss up between sticking to Europe or travelling further afield. True: we may be biased. But we …
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At Experience Travel Group, we love working with families and ensuring that parents are able to book their holidays with confidence, armed with all the information they need. So, we …
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We all want to get a good deal when booking our holidays. Internet booking sites and travel agent adverts are usually awash with promises of “special offers”, “last minute deals” …
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Guest PostsLatest Travel News and Views from Asia
How to be the most cost-effective after Brexit: 3 top tips
by Guest Post & Amelia CurranThinking of heading overseas this summer? You’re not alone. Despite the weakened pound, finder.com/uk has forecast that Brits will be taking more than 15 million trips abroad this summer alone. …
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If you’ve ever thought about planning a family summer holiday, you’ve probably faced the age-old dilemma – “shall we go for something a bit different this year; something adventurous and …
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With white sand and volcanic black shores, tropical palms, colourful Hindu culture, mouthwatering food and stunning landscapes Bali is a fantastic destination for a holiday. (Not to mention some of …
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The renowned writer Elizabeth Pisani once said Indonesia is the ‘biggest invisible thing on earth’, and in a way, we think she’s right. Whenever a trip to the country is …
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The ETG Take On Travel
Business Class Flights for Economy prices with British Airways
by Matt BrazierBusiness class flights for economy prices are a holy grail in travel. Whilst we can provide a general guide as to how to achieve this, a step-by-step specific case study …
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The ‘staycation’ has become a trending term when it comes to holidays – staying put over the summer months or choosing a spot that’s a drive away, rather than overseas. …
There’s a strange quiet after the kids are gone. Whilst it’s nice not to have the added washing and noise, at the same time, it’s easy to miss that too. …
As a trekker, you’re spoiled for choice in India and Southeast Asia. You’ll find beautiful, diverse scenery on routes at varying levels of difficulty, from moderate uphill walks to intensive …
Any sun-loving traveller’s dream is to stumble across a secret beach. Somewhere removed from Western culture to get that sense of escapism, but somewhere we can still access our creature …
Have you tried boarding a plane without a passport? Has your child had a sore throat on holiday without lozenges? Have you ever wanted to say ‘thank you’ but have …
Before travelling to Myanmar, you may wonder what your guide will be like. To give you an idea of who to expect, we asked a few questions of our very …
We know expenditure can be really important when travelling as a family (many of us at Experience Travel Group go to Asia with young children ourselves). Whether you face the …