The Bagan Princess is the ideal choice of accommodation for those looking for a central hotel for good value, offering simple yet cozy accommodation, just a 10 minute walk from Nyaung Oo market. A traditional warm Burmese welcome awaits guests at this 21 room property. Each room comes with a private Jacuzzi bath and the restaurant serves a varied selection of Burmese, Chinese and Italian cuisines.
We have just been informed that from 3rd December 2010, Yangon Airways has had all of its scheduled services temporarily suspended, the suspension being enforced by the Aircraft Operator Certificate Authority, with the suspension in place until further notice.All bookings made through Exotissimo have already been transferred to either Air Mandalay or Air Bagan, with details being communicated from our Myanmar office to our partners and directly to any clients currently travelling in Myanmar.
We are very sorry to inform you that there was a tragic incident at the Water Festival in Phnom Penh yesterday when a stampede resulted in the death of 378 people. We would like to inform you that no Exotissimo clients or staff were involved or harmed and all clients in Phnom Penh have been contacted and are safe and well. This was the first time such a an event has happened at this or any other festival in Cambodia and there have been no further dangerous situations.
Thursday 25th November has been declared a national day of mourning.
The festivities have now ceased and although the country is in shock, Phnom Penh is returning to normal. All of our thoughts are with the families of those that sadly lost their lives yesterday.
Exotissimo’s offices will reopen tomorrow after the public holiday, with the emergency phones being operational until then for any clients with concerns.
The celebration of Vientiane’s 450th anniversary as the national capital city will take place this month from the 15th to the 21st of November. It has been scheduled to coincide with the celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. The general public will see the celebration of Vientiane 450th anniversary and the 35th anniversary of the Loa PDR from the 15th November but official ceremonies will be organized at That Luang Square & Nation Stadium on 18-21 November. A number of rituals and processions by Vientiane residents & people from provinces across the country will be on display, a trade fair and parachute performance are among the activities included in the celebration.
Exotissimo Cambodia now offers a selection of new and unique activities offering for spontaneous excursions. Boat trips on the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers from Phnom Penh show clients a way to the heart of Cambodia, when you cruise the lifelines of the Kingdom. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Preah Vihear temple in the remote North of Cambodia makes for a spectacular day-trip from Siem Reap. Excursions from Sihanoukville to unspoilt islands such as Koh Rong complete Exotissimo’s offer of exciting ways to spend your time in Cambodia.
Our new selection of Phuket day-trips go in search of life beyond the powdery white sand beaches and warm waters of the Andaman. Meet a local artist and spend the day working within a number of creative mediums at her home before feasting on a home cooked meal. Get better acquainted with the many flavors of Thai cuisine on a full-day cooking course that see’s participants venture to local farms and markets before eventually preparing their own dish from the ingredients sourced during the day.
For the more adventurous traveler we have developed a number of excursions to Khao Sok National Park where walking, bird watch and canoeing can all be enjoyed. The park comprises the largest area of virgin forest in Southern Thailand and is a remnant of rainforest which is older and more diverse than the Amazon and is a definite highlight of any trip to the South of Thailand.
Qatar Airways is spreading it’s wings in Vietnam by launching scheduled flights to Hanoi as well as increasing it’s frequency to Ho Chi Minh City nearly tripling the airline’s number of services in and out of the country. The Hanoi flights go via Bangkok and Doha, and the Ho Chi Minh service flies direct from Doha.
Akbar Al Baker, Chief Executive Officer, Qatar Airways said, “Qatar Airways appreciates the support provided by the Vietnamese government in allowing us to almost triple the number of flights we operate to the country. The bilateral relationship between Qatar and Vietnam has grown significantly in recent years and this route development is one of the results of this growing friendship. Vietnam has long been an attractive leisure destination and with the country’s economic strength continuing to build, we are also seeing more business travel in and out of the country.
Luang Prabang adds to its luxury property portfolio with the arrival of the Alila Group. Blending colonial charm with contemporary style, the sleek boutique-style hotel offers a simple but seductive update on the traditional Lao aesthetic. Manicured courtyards, shimmering pools and frangipani-fragrant gardens make this secluded all-suite retreat in the Ban Mano quarter a must for the discerning traveler. Facilities include an indulgent spa, fine dining and a cooking school. Set in a UNESCO-protected former mansion, which also served time as a detention centre, its elegant high-ceilinged rooms and lofty watchtowers pay homage to its intriguing past
This new Laos tour goes off the beaten track in search of untamed adventure and breathtaking scenery. Observe stalactites and other limestone formations, enjoy a picnic lunch and swim in the Hinbourn River on this 3-day tour. Kong Lor is the longest and perhaps grandest limestone cave in Laos. Situated in the south of the country, this astounding cavern is an amazing 7.5 kilometers long. Reachable by boat, this cave is still very much undiscovered, with the journey there an adventure onto itself.
Exo now offer travelers the chance to explore the fascinating archipelago of Indonesia on a series of tailor made day-trips that go in search of the tourist hot spots and lesser known sites. We have designed a multitude of signature programs to add dimension to an Indonesia vacation; Uncover and experience Indonesian culture with a cooking class, bike ride into rural areas, or spend a day discovering local craft villages and markets. Take to Bali’s famed shores for a surfing lesson or enjoy a break from the beaches and escape to the cool highlands for a change of scene and day of exploration. The diversity of this portfolio of tours extends hand to everyone
