Your travel questions answered at the Travel Forecast, with Experience Travel Group, Wild Frontiers and Kalukanda House.
Planning
We’ve been planning holidays to South and Southeast Asia since 2004. Here, we document our extensive knowledge to help you plan your own holiday to this incredible region. You’ll find out when to go where and answers to many of your frequently asked questions, as well as advice for planning different types of trips. We also share honest and upfront insights into how holidays to South and Southeast Asia differ from other amazing regions of the world.
For country-specific information, either head to the destination tab at the top of the page and pick out your destination of choice or take a look at our tips and tricks archive.
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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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Discover the second Travel Forecast, in which we talk to All Roads North and McKinlay Kidd for an expert briefing on present and future travel during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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If you’re planning a family holiday and looking for some parent-to-parent tips, look no further. We have extensive experience travelling with families and picked up tons of tricks along the…
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaThe ETG Take On Travel
Is it safe to book a holiday? The ETG COVID Promise
by Sam ClarkExperience Travel Group is introducing what we call our ‘COVID-19 Guarantee’. In this article, our MD Sam Clark explains exactly what this means.
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Frankincense and flamingos, wadis and waterfalls, dramatic mountains and beautiful beaches – and warmest culture you’ll ever experience.
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Sustainable travel doesn’t just start when you arrive at your destination – it starts the moment you open your suitcase. Here’s how to pack in a more eco-conscious way.
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Organising a trip to Sri Lanka can seem complicated, but with a little expert advice, it quickly becomes more straightforward.
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Family Travel
Why a holiday abroad is a good idea before your child goes off to university
by Alice BaylyThe time has come. GCSEs, A Levels, PTA meetings, report cards, UCAS, personal statements and enforced physical education are all now things of the past: your child is heading off…
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Looking to plan a holiday? From old favourites with a twist to destinations you may never have heard of, here’s the Experience Travel Group take on where you should travel…
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The cornerstone of your travel arrangements, a holiday itinerary provides all the details of your trip to make it a success. It’s what you’re going to be looking to in…
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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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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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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 holiday budget conundrum on an annual basis or, if this is the first time you’re planning an all-out dream holiday to Asia, there are ways to make sure you stay within budget. Let us share a few tricks of the trade with you.
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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 are some benefits to staying within the UK’s shores, especially if you’ve never done it before. However, there’s really nothing like a family holiday overseas when it comes to creating bonds and making memories.
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Being a single parent really shouldn’t restrict your travel horizons. But the process of organising a holiday can seem that more daunting, so we’ve put a top 10 list of things to do to make sure you’re prepared and confident before the off.
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The term ‘tailor-made’ is being used more and more within travel, it can be a difficult phrase to pin down and you may wonder whether it’s right for you. Here we’re…
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A divisive issue among travel enthusiasts, the question ‘South America or Asia?’ often arises when considering where to go for a trip with a difference. The passionate music of South America, its beautiful landscapes and Latin culture are a strong lure, but the mouth-watering food, stunning ancient architecture and tropical beaches makes Asia a strong opponent. Here, we weigh up the pros and cons for each destination, concluding Asia is certainly our favourite place to travel (though you might disagree – ho, ho, ho!)
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Having relatively recently opened up to the world, Myanmar can still pose challenges for travellers wanting to navigate the country. It encompasses a vast landmass, so getting about can be problematic as can be experiencing the highlights away from crowds and reaching undiscovered spots. This short guide will briefly outline how best to plan your trip.
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A very common question from travellers when we’re putting their trips together is, “why book with you rather than going direct?” Here’s the answer:
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Want something a little more adventurous than a countryside cottage in the West Country or a hop across the pond to France? Asia boasts some fabulous weather in the summer, with colourful festivals, delicious food, idyllic beaches and family friendly boutique accommodation to boot. It’s the perfect place for a holiday with a difference.
Travel Forecast #1: Asia, Africa & Latin America
Discover ‘The Travel Forecast’, an expert briefing on present and future travel during the Covid-19 pandemic. Where can you travel right now?
Three of the fantastic ventures in our portfolio that will appeal to people looking for fun, wonder, excitement – and the lasting memories that come from connection and exchange.
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…
How to be the most cost-effective after Brexit: 3 top tips
Thinking 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. The travel bug might not be diminished in travellers, but there are still concerns over what Brexit has done to the value of the pound. And these aren’t invalid concerns – on average, the pound has fallen by 11.95% across 44 of the 48 countries that Brits travel to, which means you’re likely to be paying a little extra when transferring your pounds over to a foreign currency.
If you have a trip planned but there are exams coming up – or you should be studying – then there’s no need to panic. Even if you’re on holiday there are still plenty of things that you can to do make sure that you get the study and revision time that you need.
Debating whether to travel with an escorted group or on a private tailor-made holiday? Here we weigh up the pros and cons of each type, to help you make the…