Far East
Far East holidays offer a choice of different cultures, religion, cuisine and scenery, there are few parts of the world that conjure up such colourful and magical images as the Far East. The region offers a warm welcome and something to cater for every taste.
Thailand
Thailand offers spectacular temples and huge Buddhist statues. Thailand's coastline is glorious with white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters. Thai beaches are ideal for swimming and snorkelling and many hotels offer a good selection of water sports. The food in Thailand is fantastic, the local seafood is a major attraction.
Bangkok
This non stop city reflects Thailand’s ability to blend the old with the new. Resplendent temples and the spectacular 18th century Grand Palace are contrasted by canalside markets and sophisticated high class shopping malls.
Phuket & Khao Lak
With magnificent long white beaches, crystal blue seas and a calm and relaxing atmosphere, these tropical resorts offer beauty and tranquillity everything that this region is famous for.
Pattaya
Renowned for its vibrant nightlife and sandy beaches, spend your days relaxing on the peaceful beaches and at night the exotic restaurants and busy bars beckon you in!
Koh Samui
This tropical retreat offers beaches of dazzling white sands and aquamarine waters. From its secluded hotels and bays to the lively resorts in Chaweng, this enchanting island has everything you could possibly need for an idyllic holiday.
Cha-Am & Hua Hin
These two charming costal resort towns are just two and a half hours drive from Bangkok. Both offer wonderful beaches. Hua Hin has the added attraction of a traditional fishing port.
Singapore
Singapore is a bustling city off the southern tip of Malaysia is a true meeting of East and West. Singapore is a beautiful garden city that blends the cultures, races and cuisine of Malaysia, China and India. Singapore offers plenty to do, from excellent shopping to discovering the city’s interesting colonial past. The small island of Sentosa is a ferry ride away with a relaxing beach.
Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of Asia's most vibrant and exciting destinations. Some of the best hotels in the World can be found in Hong Kong as well as great shopping, fantastic views across the harbour and Chinese and international cuisine. Throughout the year, there are a wide variety of colourful traditional festivals, sporting and cultural events from the spectacular fireworks of the Lunar New Year to the excitement of the Rugby Sevens. Hong Kong remains a mix of eastern and western cultures from traditional Chinese heritage to high tech modern living amongst towering skyscrapers.
Malaysia
Dividing the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea, Malaysia’s varied landscape offers diverse experiences from jungle trekking to island hopping.
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia’s charming capital is a city, busy and bustling Kuala Lumpur is a city of delightful contracts, a combination of modern sophistication to old world charm.
Penang
Penang is one of most important holiday destinations in Malaysia and offers a lot to holiday visitors including its luxurious hotels and resorts. Penang is famous for its multi-cultural atmosphere and this is reflected in the choice of food available to holidaymakers.
Langkawi
Just off the northern tip of peninsular Malaysia, Langkawi offers beautiful beaches, secluded coves and lush rainforests. This unspoilt paradise offers all the romance of a castaway island.
Bali
Fringed with beautiful beaches, Bali’s coastline is dotted with enchanting villages. Visit one of the famous temples, such as Tanah Lot on the west coast, enjoy a traditional Balinese massage at one of the many spas, purchase local handicraft at the markets in Denpasaror Ubud. On nearby Lombok you will find the spectacular volcano, Mount Rinjani.
China
An ancient land, the landscape is dominated by dramatic mountains and rushing rivers. From the awe-inspiring Great Wall of China, to the breathtaking scenery of the Yangtse River. With modern shops and skyscraper buildings, temples and monuments. China will amaze and delight even the most experienced traveller.
Shanghai
The heart and soul of China, Shanghai offers a mix of traditional landmarks and culture with modern skylines and excellent shopping opportunities. Visit the Jade Buddha Temple, famous for housing two magnificent Buddha statues, this is the most popular Buddha temple in the city, Yu Yuan Gardens is a place for peace and comfort in the bustle of the city. Soak up the atmosphere along the Bund where you will get the best view of Shanghai’s skyline.
Beijing
Visit impressive palaces, parks, temples and museums, in this city you really can immerse yourself in ancient China. A trip to Beijing’s Silk Alley is worth a visit, this open air flea market offers at least 200 stalls, a favourite with tourists and a great place to pick up a bargain!
Japan
The unique culture of this country makes it a fascinating holiday destination. From the modern, high tech capital of Tokyo to the beautiful ancient imperial city of Kyoto, Japan has something for everyone. The magnificent Mount Fuji is an impressive sight, along with the historic Buddha statues and temples in the region. You can choose to stay in Tokyo where you will find hundreds of electrical shops in Akihabara to the famous Ysukiji fish market and the Imperial Palace, Tokyo offers a wealth of holiday highlights or the former capital Kyoto where you will find traditional Japanese crafts and plenty of sightseeing decoration.
