This hidden gem is a small island located off Vietnam’s southern coast. Pristine marine life surrounds Con Dao and there is no hustle and bustle here except the fisherman’s market first thing in the morning. This island paradise is a short flight from Ho Chi Minh City and at present the accommodation offered on the island is First Class (3-star). The end of 2010 should see the opening of the luxurious Six Senses Hideaway Con Dao which is sure to put a spotlight on this ideal holiday destination

Save up to 25% on our Koh Samed packages. This paradisiacal island has long been the favored destination of travelers who want a beach break with out the hassle of having to fly out of Bangkok. The perfect beginning or end to a vacation within the region a few weeks spent in the North is well complemented by this relaxing beach break, on which travelers have little to distract them from the sun, sea and san. Fringed by white sands and palm trees and surrounded by the waters of the Khao Laem Ya National Marine Park, Koh Samed is a true tropical island paradise.

Due to the unrest in Bangkok last month the Tourism Association of Thailand were forced to postpone the planned Thailand Travel Mart, scheduled to take place between 2 and 4 of June. We are now pleased to announce that the TAT have rescheduled the dates for the Travel Mart between the 8 and 10 October. The rescheduled event will be held at IMAPCT Arena, Muang Thon Thani in the northern suburbs of Bangkok.

We are excited to announce that luxury travel network Virtuoso has named Exo as its new On Site DMC for Thailand. Following in the footsteps of Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar and Cambodia, Exotissimo already established on-sites, this latest appointment highlights our position as a leader in Asia’s high-end travel market. Synonymous with luxury travel and providing clients with unique and quality vacations, to be affiliated with Virtuoso is to provide comprehensive holidays highlighting the best touring opportunities available in the region. For more information please contact thailand@exotisismo.com

We have just been informed by that TTM 2010 has been postponed due to the current situation in Bangkok. We are awaiting further details from Thailand Travel Mart and will keep you updated with any news via our Travel Trade site.

Issan’s newest luxury property, The Wishing Tree, is set to make a big impression in the north-east region of Thailand. Occupying a peaceful location in a riverside woodland habitat on the outskirts of Khon Kaen, the hotel is part of the Unique Collection brand and unique it certainly is. With a décor concept that pays tribute to local aesthetic values each of the 48-rooms have been designed using regional architecture and subtle texture details, to understated effect. All accommodation enjoys views of the lush surrounding landscape and the Chi River, well appreciated from private furnished verandas.

Interactive Rattanakonsin Museum open until 8 pm

Opened on 9 March, the Rattanakonsin Museum is the latest- and most entertaining- museum in Bangkok. Located near the Golden Mount and Grand Palace in the historic Rattanakonsin neighborhood, the museum is an ideal stop for an introduction to Thailand’s rich history and with the late opening time, guests can visit before or after dinner.

The 7 exhibition rooms each represent a different aspect of the Rattanakosin area, covering history, culture and arts. Highlights include a 4-D multimedia presentation exploring the founding of Rattanakosin, an interactive animation tour of the area and a multimedia demonstration of various forms of traditional entertainment.

Exotissimo will add this visit to tours as an introduction to Thailand or for those with a keen interest in history. The museum is open Tuesday – Fridays from 11.00 – 20.00 and Saturdays and Sundays from 10.00-20.00.

Booking and inquiries can be sent to: thailand@exotissimo.com

Introducing travelers to the history and rich culture of Thailand, Laos and Cambodia, our 12-day Colorful Capitals multi-country tour gives a taste of the region from an insider’s point of view.

The program starts in Bangkok where guests will visit revered sights such as the Grand Palace, Wat Po and Jim Thompson Museum with rides on tuk-tuks and taxi boats. Flying to Luang Prabang on the third day, the program tours the ancient city’s iconic temples, Mekong River and evening market with opportunities to learn about Lao culture through alms giving, a textile workshop and cooking course. The program continues to Vientiane where guests will visit famed temples as well as participate in a traditional baci ceremony. Crossing borders into Cambodia, they will spend another two days sightseeing in Phnom Penh before heading to Siem Reap to discover its Angkor monuments. The program ends with a flight back to Bangkok.

To view program details of Colorful Capitals, click here.

A home-style cooking school set in a waterside location, the Amita Thai Cooking Class offers a hands-on Thai cooking experience under the guidance of a qualified instructor. This half-day tour starts with a short tour around the school’s organic garden to learn about Thai herbs, followed by a theory session and cooking demonstration. Participants then get to try their hand at cooking Thai dishes before sampling their own creations. A set of the course recipes will be given as a souvenir. To view the program details, click here.

Taking place on 2-4 November, our Chiang Mai Loy Krathong tour is designed for travelers to experience one of Thailand’s most popular festivals. Setting krathong (banana leaf floats) adrift on the Mae Ping River, launching a khom loy (floating lantern) into the night sky and sampling northern Thai signature curry noodles are some of the exciting activities in this 3-day package. Click here to view the program details.