January 25th, 2012

NEW TOUR: Kalimantan River Cruise

Exo have created a new and engaging 5 day/4 night journey aboard the Rahai’i Pangun Cruise Boat, a refurbished traditional ‘rungkan’ boat with expansive viewing decks. Guests can now cruise along the the Kayhan River, stopping for lunches at riverside villages and visiting areas of tropical jungle to see wild orangutans.

Sleep overnight in the comfortable sleeping quarters and awake each day to the fresh riverside air and a delicious breakfast. Hike through the overgrown forests and take canoes to reach the Tangkiling Nature Reserve to see the village of ‘patahu’ before climbing the Batu Banama Rock to watch an awesome evening sunset. A spectacular tour unveiling a local way of life and the many natural wonders along the Kayhan River.

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For more details please contact indonesia@exotissimo.com

January 19th, 2012

Corporate Social Responsibility in Cambodia

Exotissimo Travel were recently involved in a project with Hotel de la Paix, Golden Banana Boutique Hotel and Heritage Suites Hotel in assisting the Green Gecko Project to help in packing food and water to three villages and 400 families on the outskirts of Siem Reap. Another 470 families in Kampong Thom received the same assistance.

This CSR initiative was noted in a recent article on Travelfish.org that discussed the vast amounts of money spent in Siem Reap each year yet the province remains the third poorest of Cambodia’s 23 provinces. The flood relief drive and initiative shown by businesses such as those marked above, with the lack of government intervention, was vital in supporting local communities.

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January 17th, 2012

Specialist Photography Workshops Led By International Photographer Gunther Deichman

Our latest niche tours to be unveiled allow guests to embark on a photography workshop with leading international photographer Gunther Deichman. It’s a rare opportunity to explore the unique cultural practices of a country while gaining insight into the architecture and heritage of a destination that few tourists see. The opportunity for spectacular photographic opportunities is unrivalled in these tours while witnessing dramatic landscapes and meeting intriguing people that make remarkable subjects.

Vietnam through the lens: Tours for photographers, designed by photographers – 11 Days / 10 Nights

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Myanmar through the lens: Tours for photographers, designed by photographers – 11 Days / 10 Nights

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Cambodia through the lens: Tours for photographers, designed by photographers – 9 Days / 8 Nights

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Laos through the lens: Tours for photographers, designed by photographers – 6 Days / 5 Nights

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January 12th, 2012

PROMOTION: Save 17% On Our Unseen Bangkok City Break Tour

Experience the early morning chanting ritual of monks at Wat Po, tour the grand palace, take a longtail boat ride through the klongs of Bangkok and explore the colorful streets of Chinatown after walking through the vibrant flower market. We can now offer great savings on this tour that includes 3 nights staying at the exclusive Banyan Tree hotel in central Bangkok. Guests are treated to a Club Room with unlimited access to the Club Lounge where complimentary snacks are served, buffet breakfast at the Romsai restaurant or Club Lounge. A complimentary 10-minute neck and shoulder massage and 1 x FREE afternoon tea set for two.

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For booking or more information, please contact thailand@exotissimo.com