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Asia's 10 most beautiful train journeys

By Sam Clark on Oct 28, 2017 in Asia, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Myanmar, Rail Travel, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam

An atmospheric train ride is second to none. The perfect way to get to know a country’s landscapes and customs, train trips transform perfunctory journey time into an experience in itself. There are myriad fantastic routes across Asia to choose from, ranging from the more upscale first-class carriages to those which are more basic, but

Southeast Asia's top 5 remote beaches

By Sam Clark on Sep 30, 2017 in Asia, Attractions, Cambodia, Going Out, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Myanmar, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand

Any sun-loving traveller’s dream is to stumble across a secret beach. Ideally, we’re thinking somewhere you can get a sense of escapism, but can still access your creature comforts. Here’s a run-down of the top five beaches of Southeast Asia that offer that feeling of blissful remoteness, with a few luxury perks thrown in as well. 1.Koh

Momentos to take home from Myanmar

By Grace Ei Thwe Aung on Mar 21, 2017 in Asia, Myanmar, Regions

Travellers are also collectors, and not just of experiences, but also of the relics and momentos which represent its country of birth. Leather gloves from Argentina, authentic Chinese tea, German beer steins, traditional Venetian masks from Italy, or Moroccan ceramics, the list could unfold to grand proportions. Myanmar was isolated from the world for five

3 little-known places to visit in Burma

By Alastair Donnelly on Jan 13, 2017 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Myanmar, Regions

It’s no secret these days that Burma is one of the friendliest and most unspoilt of all the countries in Southeast Asia. The plains of Bagan have become one of the most recognisable images in travel, and the charms of Shwedagon Pagoda and Inle Lake are well-known to adventurous travellers. But though tourists have cottoned

5 amazing boating experiences in Burma

By Alastair Donnelly on Dec 12, 2016 in Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Myanmar, Regions, Speciality Travel

It’s not difficult to find incredible destinations in Myanmar; the hard part, in a country where the public transport network is still in its infancy, is getting to them. But there is a way to get to those untouched places that aren’t yet accessible by road or rail, and it just so happens that it’s

5 great hiking destinations in Burma

By Alastair Donnelly on Nov 08, 2016 in Asia, Myanmar, Regions

Shut off from the world for decades and untouched by mass tourism, Burma is one of the most unspoilt and wild of all the countries in continental Asia. Though the country has been open to tourism now for several years, there are so many regions that are yet to be explored – so many new

5 reasons to travel to Burma in the green season

By Alastair Donnelly on Oct 11, 2016 in Asia, Myanmar, Regions

Burma’s rainy season (or ‘green season’, as we prefer to call it) is often treated as a time to avoid, but there are plenty of reasons to consider off-peak travel to Southeast Asia. In Burma, the green season runs from May until October, and conditions can vary quite considerably depending on where and when you

Undiscovered Burma... return to the Golden Land

By James Jayasundera on Sep 14, 2016 in Accommodation, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Myanmar, Speciality Travel

The hype for Burma has been irrefutable, overwhelming and international tourism has boomed. The well-trodden tourist trail of Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay and Inle Lake has attracted discerning travellers from far and wide. But there is so much more to this bewitching and beautiful country, you cannot visit just once. So full of off-the-beaten-track discoveries it

6 of Asia's best secret gems

By James Jayasundera on Jul 15, 2016 in Accommodation, Asia, Bed & Breakfasts, China, Hotels, India, Japan, Myanmar, Regions, Sri Lanka

Secret gems are little-known, slightly different boltholes, which provide a truly lovely off-the-radar experience for travellers. From quirky estates in Southern India to English country cottages in Burma, we’ve rounded up six of our favourite hideaways which will be sure to offer something a little special for your next holiday… Secrets are for sharing after

5 fantastic ways to experience Myanmar

By Paul Johnson on Jun 16, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Featured, Going Out, Myanmar, Regions, Speciality Travel

Paradise is hiding in Myanmar, with its beautiful golden sunsets, which are best viewed from one of a plethora of gilded pagodas, which dot the lush landscape. The country formerly known as Burma has the power to delight even the most seasoned traveller. Myanmar is home to majestic rivers, sacred stupas, amazingly rich architectural sites,

5 of the best luxury sailboat journeys in Asia

By James Jayasundera on Jun 14, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Indonesia, Myanmar, Regions, Speciality Travel

On a luxury sailboat, the journey really is the destination. From Indonesia’s Komodo Islands and the marine wonderland of Raja Ampat to Burma’s undiscovered Mergui Archipelago, these boats sail some of Asia’s most stunning seas. Decked out in the height of luxury with expert crews and ample sporting equipment, these luxury vessels promise a truly

5 lesser known SE Asia alternatives to Halong Bay

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jun 10, 2016 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Myanmar, Philippines, Regions, Thailand, Vietnam

With towering limestone karsts rising from the sea, Halong Bay is undoubtedly one of the most visually striking destinations in Vietnam, if not the whole of Southeast Asia. However, with this reputation comes an influx of visitors looking to take in the incredible scenery. But, there are a number of alternative destinations in Southeast Asia

6 surreal places in Burma

By Alastair Donnelly on Feb 13, 2016 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Myanmar, Regions

As Burma has only very recently opened its doors to international tourism, many of its most bewitching and beautiful locations remain virtually unknown to the outside world. Some of these places are so unusual, so striking, that they have an almost surreal quality – dream landscapes unlike any other in the world. The following are

Top 5 things to do in Mandalay

By Alastair Donnelly on Jan 07, 2016 in Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Myanmar, Regions, Speciality Travel

As the city that lends its name to one of Kipling’s most famous poems, Mandalay has an awful lot to live up to. Its name is inextricably linked with rose-tinted colonial romance, but how does the modern town compare to the hype? Those in search of remnants of the Raj might be a little disappointed

10 of Burma's most luxurious hotels (and boats)

By James Jayasundera on Nov 25, 2015 in Accommodation, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Myanmar, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Burma is a beautiful country which has long been off the map for tourists to come and go as they please. However, in recent years Burma has become much more accessible and the tourist trade has grown with it to a point where it can now offer luxurious accommodation to rival its Asian neighbours. Here

Top 5 things to do in Yangon

By Alastair Donnelly on Nov 07, 2015 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Myanmar, Rail Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

If you’re heading to Burma, the chances are that you’ll be beginning your trip in Yangon: Burma’s former capital city and former stronghold of the British Raj. Though it is by far the largest city in Burma, Yangon remains much quieter and less developed than most Southeast Asian capitals. It has only 5 million residents

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