Beaches

The dreamy pink beaches of Indonesia provide the perfect destination to explore something truly unique and magical.

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.

Borneo is like no other place on earth. The sheer variety in ecosystems, landscapes, and wildlife is something everyone should experience at least once in their lifetimes. With the oldest rainforest in the world, one of the tallest peaks in South East Asia, and some of the continent’s best beaches, it’s an extraordinary place.

Thailand islands are some of the most beautiful places to relax. Make the most of your trip with our advice for the Thailand island hopping experience.

Sri Lanka is a destination that is perfect for surfing. With its beautiful beaches, warm water, weather patterns and swells that provide pristine blue waves to suit all abilities, Sri Lanka surfing is a unique and incredible experience. Along with the perfect surfing conditions it has phenomenal food, ancient history and architecture, stunning wildlife, intriguing culture and picturesque beaches. Sri Lanka really has it all.

There is a lot of choice when it comes to luxury hotels in Phuket. Here ETG Co-founder Tom details what he looks for in a luxury hotel and those that are his favourites in Phuket.

Cambodia didn’t used to be a beach destination per se…that has changed for the better in the last couple of years though…learn more about the island beaches just off the coast of Cambodia here.

There are a range of beaches with a mixture of accommodation options in Malaysian Borneo. In certain regions to the far east of the island we must also consider FCO advice when looking for a brilliant beach stay. This guide will provide you with a brief overview of what the beaches in this area have to offer so you can start planning your perfect Borneo beach holiday.

Christmas came early a few years ago as luxury expert Matt got to stay at both the Four Seasons in the Maldives – Kudaa Hura and Landaa Giravaaru, and Song Saa Private Island off the southern coast of Cambodia.

With a huge coastline, India must have some incredible beaches, right? As South Asia experts we at ETG actually think that there are more tropical beaches in nearby Sri Lanka and of course the Maldives. But India does have a few gems. Read on for a rundown of the best beaches in India according to ETG.

Private islands offer exceptional seclusion and privacy, adding an extra exclusive dimension to your holiday. Here is a roundup of our favourite private island experiences in Asia.

Family Holidays in The Maldives can be life-changing experiences – here are our tips on how to get your family holiday just right.

When you think of The Maldives the image that comes to mind is usually luxury resorts nestled on white-sand beaches overlooking clear blue oceans. Although this is true, and a…

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.

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…

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…

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 the amazing flight deals to be had to boot; it can be a surprisingly economical place to visit!)

Ultimately Bali’s beaches are a key magnet that attracts travellers’ attention worldwide. The question then beckons, which one is the best for you? In this blog, ETG’s very own Bali beach enthusiast, James Wilmshurst, passes on his top suggestions for prospective travellers:

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.

If you look at a map of Sri Lanka (earth view) you’ll see the number of beaches it has is pretty spectacular. But, then again, just one hour away by plane is The Maldives – with picture-perfect white-sand shores. You’ve got a dilemma: which one should you experience? Here, I weigh up all your options, and discover that it really depends on what you want from your relaxation time.

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.

If you’ve ever had the pleasure to experience the charms of Malaysia’s Pangkor Laut Resort, chances are you would have dined at its Chinese restaurant known simply as Uncle Lim’s Kitchen. Celebrating his auspicious 80th birthday-milestone in 2014, the talent (and name) behind Uncle Lim’s Kitchen shares his story.

The Datai’s resident naturalist, Irshad Mobarak, shares his thoughts on the benefits of nature. A tradition of Mandi Embun runs through Malay culture, this describes a walk through forests to soak up the atmosphere and unwind. The luxurious rainforest resort The Datai is the perfect place to try it out for yourself; indulge in some low-tech relaxation and marvel in the magnificence of the surrounding thousand-year-old rainforest.