Exotissimo has designed a 6-day tour that takes you on a journey through some of the most elating and untouched natural beauty within the region. Beginning in Vientiane the ‘Green Laos Tour’ offers travelers the chance to explore the cascading waterfalls, rugged mountains and limestone cliffs of the sleepy capital before flying to the spiritual heart of the region, Luang Prabang.
The current ‘darling’ of Southeast Asia, few can resist the inherent charm of Luang Prabang. This package devotes 4-days of the tour to see exactly why; travelers will be afforded tremendous insight into the ritual and relics of Buddhism partaking in the synonymous feeding of the monks (alms) experience and climbing the 328 steps of Mount Phousi. In keeping with the Exo’s commitment to responsible-travel we have incorporated the electric bike excursion into the tour offering both a way to discover the city while introducing the people to an emission free mode of transport. Perfect for a city-tour of Luang Prabang.

One of the most hotly anticipated hotel openings of the year debuted last month with The Starwood Hotels and Resort group opening their 3rd property under the luxury Sheraton brand in Vietnam. The first international upscale hotel chain to open on the beach features six food-and-beverage outlets, nine multi-purpose function rooms, a full-service spa, an infinity-edge swimming pool overlooking the sea and stunning ocean views from all 284 rooms.
With Nha Trang airport recently opening their airport to international chartered arrivals, The Sheraton brand will bring more focus to this emerging destination famed not only for its’ long stretch of beach and coastal islands, but dramatic backdrop of mountain ranges too.
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Spend more time on the beach with the launch of Vietnam Airlines Ho Chi Minh- Can Tho route.

At the end of March Vietnam Airlines launched five weekly flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Can Tho in the Mekong Delta, as well Can Tho to the tropical island of Phu Quoc (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday).The Can Tho flights offer an excellent alternative to the normal 5-hour drive to and from Ho Chi Minh City. To showcase this new route Exotissimo has launched a new module 6-Night package ‘Mekong to the Beach’.

Cambodian Costal Town of Kep launches first five-star villa option

Situated on the beachfront, Villa Romana sits on a 5 acre estate that features a swimming-pool, 6-hole driving range, tennis court and saltwater infinity pool. The first of its kind in the Cambodian coastal town of, Kep, the contemporary structure can accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 rooms to be rented individually or as an entire entity. Enjoying stunning views of the adjoining Bokor Mountain this property is the first of its kind within the area, offering unparalleled luxury amid equally as exquisite scenery.

For information or bookings on any of the above products please contact cambodia@exotissimo.com.

Exotissimo Thailand will welcome Michael Lynden-Bell as General Manager from 10 May 2010.

Michael is an experienced and valuable member of the Exotissimo family as he has been General Manager at Exotissimo Australia for the past two years and will replace Edwin Briels who is moving on after three years with Exotissimo Thailand. Prior to joining Exotissimo in 2008 Michael was with Lonely Planet in Australia where he held a variety of senior management positions.

“I am very excited about this opportunity to work in Thailand. After two years with Exotissimo in Australia I feel I have a clear understanding of the company’s strategy and focus and I am looking forward to further developing our Thailand operation.”

Michael will spend the month of May working alongside Edwin to take over responsibilities and understand working procedures in depth before Edwin departs.

“We are very pleased to have Michael on board,” said Hamish Keith, managing director of Exotissimo Thailand. “Edwin has done a great job over the last three years and we wish him the best of luck with his new ventures. Despite a turbulent market recently, the company is on a solid footing and I have every confidence that Michael can carry on the good work as well as bring in some fresh new ideas to keep us moving forwards.”

“Michael has done a great job developing the Australian market and we are very pleased to have him in the strategically important position in Thailand”, added Olivier Colomes, Exotissimo Group CEO. ” He is very customer focused and I am sure Michael will ensure our clients continue to receive the high standard of service and attention they have come to expect from Exotissimo Thailand.”

This week has seen the celebrations of ‘Songkran’, Thai New Year and one of the world’s greatest water fights take place. This is a time when many Thais return to their families to celebrate the New Year, meaning not only have the streets of the city been quieter than usual but many of the ‘Red Shirt’ protesters have left Bangkok to return to their hometowns, and are being encouraged not to return to the city. Many of the festivities have continued, the atmosphere has been great and revelers have enjoyed the traditional water fights on some of the streets both in Bangkok and throughout the rest of Thailand. Tourist sites, hotels and restaurants are all open and shops and businesses continue to trade as normal.

For any further information contact thailand@exotissimo.com