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YOUR HOLIDAY, YOUR WAY We know that your holiday time is important to you, and you can rest assured that our travel experts will work closely with your travel agent to create your trip exactly the way you want it. Whether you’re looking for relaxation, adventure, excitement or indulgence, there is a hotel or resort that our experts have carefully selected that will be exactly what you want, and more.
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THE FAR EAST… BROUGHT CLOSER The Far East offers a mystical blend of ancient cultures, holy temples, cosmopolitan cities and pristine, palm-fringed beaches. A journey of discovery here will tantalise the senses and evoke memories for years to come. THAILAND You’ll find a melting pot of contrasting experiences in Thailand, from the vibrant non-stop city of Bangkok with its temples, Buddhas, floating markets and colourful nightlife; to the stunning beaches of Phuket, Koh Samui, Krabi and Pattaya. Plus, if you want to escape the beaten track, look out for Thailand’s hidden gems and discover beautiful unspoilt areas. INDOCHINA The up and coming areas of Vietnam and Cambodia present travellers with breathtaking landscapes, beautiful coast lines and of course the story of their troubled pasts. Still relatively undiscovered, venturing here will definitely broaden the mind. MALAYSIA From Kuala Lumpur’s Petronas Towers, to the tropical rainforests and jungles of Borneo, from the picturesque islands of Langkawi to the white beaches of Penang; travellers who venture to this wondrous South China Sea destination are assured of a holiday of a lifetime. BALI & LOMBOK Set in the calm, warm waters of the Indian Ocean, these enchanting islands captivate visitors with miles of golden beaches, verdant rainforests, lush green paddy fields and stunning temples. The scenery here is quite simply gorgeous and perfectly complemented by the quaint villages with friendly locals, where you can experience true Balinese culture first hand.
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4 INTRODUCTION 5 183 193 162-167 180-182 184-185 186-187 188-189 190-191 192-193 194-195 168-169 170-171 172-179 Borneo, Malaysia Thailand Khon Festival, Phi Ta THE PHILIPPINES THE CHINA INFORMATION HONG KONG DISCOVER THE PHILIPPINES THE DISCOVER CHINA MULTI-CENTRE HOLIDAYS CHINA MULTI-CENTRE TOURS CHINA ESCORTED BEIJING SHANGHAI XI’AN CHART CLIMATE BOOKING CONDITIONS DISCOVER CHINA DISCOVER INFORMATION ESSENTIAL HOLIDAY DISCOVER HONG KONG HONG KONG DISCOVER HONG KONG HOLIDAYS MULTI-CENTRE HONG KONG 138 151 Tokyo N 92-93 C N 94-101 134-135 136-137 139-147 102-105 148-150 152-161 106-109 110-111 112-115 116-119 120-124 125-129 130-133 JAPAN CEA O PACIFI AAA Seoul N KOREA KO O INDONESIA Philipines Manila Shanghai Taipei Vietnam TIWAN TI Beijing Lombok Kota Kinabalu Kota EO N Bali Hong Kong BOR Kuching Guilin Hainan Island Xiʼan Nha Trang NAM Danang SINGAPORE BALI & LOMBOK INDOCHINA MALAYSIA Ho Chi Minh City SINGAPORE DISCOVER SINGAPORE DISCOVER HOLIDAYS SINGAPORE MULTI-CENTRE EXPRESS EASTERN & ORIENTAL BALI & LOMBOK BALI & LOMBOK BALI MULTI-CENTRE HOLIDAYS BALI MULTI-CENTRE CAMBODIA BALI & LOMBOK DISCOVER DISCOVER INDOCHINA DISCOVER VIETNAM MALAYSIA DISCOVER HOLIDAYS MULTI-CENTRE MALAYSIA LUMPUR KUALA PENANG LANGKAWI HIDDEN GEMS MALAYSIA’S BORNEO VIETN Hanoi Chengdu Kuantan ND AMBODIA MALAYSIA M Pattaya Singapore Kunming C 4-7 Koh Samui Koh 8-11 12-15 16-17 82-91 18-21 22-23 24-31 32-37 38-49 50-53 54-65 66-70 71-76 77-81 THAILA Kuala Lumpur Kuala Penang Bangkok Cha-Am Langkawi Krabi Hua Hin Phuket Myanmar Chiang Rai Chiang Mai Yangon Lʼhasa N A AN N DI HI N I OCEA C FAR EAST FAR INTRODUCTION MYANMAR THAILAND WORLD CLASS AIRLINES CLASS AIRLINES WORLD EAST THE FAR DISCOVER HOLIDAYS MULTI-CENTRE WHY CHOOSE GOLD MEDAL GOLD WHY CHOOSE DISCOVER MYANMAR DISCOVER DISCOVER THAILAND DISCOVER HOLIDAYS THAILAND MULTI-CENTRE BANGKOK THAILAND NORTHERN PHI PHI PHUKET & KOH SOK LAK & KHAO KHAO SAMUI & ISLANDS KOH CHANG SAMET & KOH KOH PATTAYA, HIN & CHA-AM HUA LANTA KRABI & KOH In Thailand, high temperatures and humidity levels are with the hottest months common throughout the year, monsoon season runs from The between March and May. The coolest time, most favoured by June to October. Vietnam has travellers, tends to be November to February. three distinct climatic areas - north, central, and south. Winter, The north is cooler than the rest of the country. especially in can be quite chilly, November to January, mountainous areas. The central coast follows an opposing monsoon pattern to the north, with warmer and wet, colder weather weather during July to October, The south, around Ho Chi Minh City, November to May. year round with only bursts of rain and dry is steamy-hot Malaysia has a tropical, humid climate which weather. rarely gets too hot. Major season changes are marked by this falls the arrival of the monsoons. In Langkawi, On the whole, days are between July and September. are quite warm, with fairly cool nights. Bali and Lombok hot and humid year round, but cooler inland than along the coastal regions. The monsoon season spans December to March and the dry season, the best time to visit, is April to October. a full climate information, please see page 193. For WHEN TO TRAVEL WHEN TO GM__Intro_FAR EAST_2014F_Layout 1 25/10/2013 09:58 Page 4 Page 09:58 25/10/2013 1 EAST_2014F_Layout GM__Intro_FAR GM__Intro_FAR EAST_2014F_Layout 1 25/10/2013 09:59 Page 5
CHOOSE THE HOLIDAY YOU WANT, AND WE'LL PUT IT TOGETHER YOUR WAY
CHOOSE YOUR CHOOSE YOUR CHOOSE YOUR IDEAL DESTINATION FLIGHT ACCOMMODATION
Whether you know where you want Working with over 135 airlines, All the properties in this brochure to go, or are looking for ideas and including the world’s elite, have been selected by our team of inspiration, Gold Medal offers a Gold Medal can find you flights destination experts, to provide you wide range of exciting worldwide which offer flexibility, superb service with a wide choice of accommodation destinations. and very competitive prices. options. You will find everything from budget city stopovers, to luxury beach WHERE TO GO With scheduled airlines, you can choose retreats… or you can, of course, From serene beachfront locations and who you fly with, have greater flexibility choose to splurge in the city and enjoy city centre hot spots, to cultural retreats with travel dates, and in most cases, and wilderness wonderlands, whatever select your departure airport. great value fun in the sun. your dream destination is, you're sure to find the perfect place just waiting to UPGRADE YOUR FLIGHT Look out for the mix of hotels and resorts be discovered. You choose how you want to travel, so ranging from 3-star to 5-star deluxe, but why not upgrade to Premium Economy, whatever you choose you can be confident ONE DESTINATION OR MORE Business Class or First Class and enjoy that you’ll be sure to find quality and great If you can’t decide where to go, why not the benefits of additional space, higher value for money. visit more than one location? Multi-centre luggage allowance and upgraded holidays allow you to combine different airline facilities? But… this is just the start, if you can’t locations such as beach and city areas, to find what you’re looking for within this stay in more than one amazing hotel and TAKING AN EARLY MORNING brochure, your travel agent can speak to to discover different sights, experiences FLIGHT, WHY NOT STAY AT AN one of our expert travel team to discuss and cultures, all in one fantastic holiday. AIRPORT HOTEL? your requirements. With over 40,000 Travelling to the airport in the early hours, hotels around the world to choose from, The multi-centres featured within this or through busy traffic isn’t an enjoyable they’re sure to find what you want. Our brochure are our recommendations, but way to start your holiday. So why not stay team can provide suggestions about feel free to suggest your own. This is your overnight in an airport hotel? Just ask destinations, itineraries and things to see holiday and you can create your trip just for details. and do too. how you want it. • Birmingham from £34pppn The great thing about having plenty of • Glasgow from £23pppn choice, is the ability to truly tailor-make • London Gatwick from £21pppn your holiday with lots of flexibility. Travel • London Heathrow from £28pppn when it suits you, stay as long as you • Luton from £28pppn like, put together your dream itinerary • Manchester from £20pppn staying in the hotels and resorts that meet your needs. All prices are ‘from’ per person per night, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry.
6 INTRODUCTION 7 CHOOSE YOUR HOLIDAY EXTRAS HOLIDAY . It can be quicker and ’t miss out on availability – CTION & ACTIVITY TICKETS CTION & ACTIVITY r a direct transfer from the airport to TTRA O RESORT TRANSFER o your hotel, ask about upgrading to a private transfer more convenient. Gold Medal offers than more hotels a wide can provide and flights – we range of additional services to complete holiday experience. your & EXCURSIONS TOURS Exploring and discovering is all part of experiencing a new location and many of our destinations feature excursions, trips and tours as highlighted throughout this brochure. Don book before you depart. CAR HIRE Gold Medal works closely with key car hire suppliers providers across many worldwide destinations, so you can enjoy the freedom and flexibility of going where you want, when you want. Just ask about the range of vehicles available. A Many destinations feature top attractions such as theme parks and water parks, cabarets and shows and activities which require entry tickets. Avoid the queues and arrange your tickets before you depart. AIRPORT UPGRADE YOUR T F BOOK IT ALL WITH IT ALL BOOK AGENT TRAVEL YOUR your travel can be booked through Our holidays with what your trip will be tailor-made agent, where all the latest mind, as well as using you want in offered by our destination information product and team of travel experts. , , so check what's CHOOSE HOW CHOOSE HOW YOU'D LIKE TO STAY STAY LIKE TO YOU'D available before you book. STAY AS LONG AS YOU LIKE AS YOU AS LONG STAY or a holiday Whether it's a few days away, of several weeks, each trip is created around your requirements. However long you want to stay – it can be arranged. ROOM UPGRADE YOUR Each hotel shows a standard room price, but why not upgrade to a larger room or a suite and enjoy added benefits, additional facilities, more space or better views. BASIS BOARD UPGRADE YOUR The board basis for each accommodation is shown in the pricing panel, but in most cases upgrades will be available. Simply ask about upgrading to bed and breakfast, half board, full board or All Inclusive board options. SPECIAL OFFERS Many hotels feature special offers such as bonus nights, room upgrades and discounts, and these are shown on the hotels description page. However hoteliers can introduce new offers throughout the year Because Gold Medal offers flexible can choosebooking options, you the basis and board your want, you room to stay want for. long you how
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LOOKING FOR A FAMILY HOLIDAY? FOR A FAMILY LOOKING Many of the hotels featured in this brochure will offer fabulous facilities for children of all ages. F that are too cool for school, and perhaps don with their parents there are social groups and activity sessions to keep them entertained. F family, there’s an abundance of family, supervised clubs and activities so you can relax safe in the knowledge that they’re being well looked after and having an exciting and fun time.
NEED TO RELAX? NEED TO Take the time to look through the hotel Take details to find out about the amazing spas available in resort. In fact, if you look out for the ‘special offer that we’ve been able to negotiate spa treatments as part of the deal.
FEELING PHYSICAL? If remaining active on holiday is important to you, there are plenty of hotels and resorts that boast fantastic fitness facilities. F equipment and swimming pools galore, to the more adventurous of activities on land or sea, there is plenty on offer to keep you off your sunbed. Making an experience out of an activity is more than do-able jet-ski, with scuba, snorkelling, horse-riding, golf, sea-fishing and much, horse-riding, golf, much more possible on your trip. GM__Intro_FAR EAST_2014F_Layout 1 25/10/2013 09:59 Page 6 Page 09:59 25/10/2013 1 EAST_2014F_Layout GM__Intro_FAR GM_FE_1415_DEC_008_011.qxp:Layout 125/10/1312:32Page8
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EVA AIR is one of the Far East’s AIRLINES fastest growing carriers, having recently expanded its schedule to include more non-stop flights to the U.S. and Europe, and its direct London Heathrow to Bangkok service alone makes it a popular flight to Thailand’s exciting capital. EVA Air is now a proud member of Star Alliance helping to expand ELITE CLASS ROYAL LAUREL CLASS network around the world. • Comfortable 63 seater cabin in a 2-4-2 • Luxuriously spacious cabin with a 1-2-1 Travellers can upgrade from its seating arrangement seating arrangement, are all fully lie flat generous Economy Class to two • Generous 38 inches seat pitch with beds (180 degrees) premium classes, Elite and Royal shape-memory seats featuring • All seats have 82 inches seat pitch and FAR EAST Laurel for more comfort and luxury. adjustable cradle-style cushions, up to 25 inches seat width EVA Air’s international flights offer headrests and reclining angles • Seats have a fixed shell design oriental elegance and a smooth • XGA high resolution touch screen seat enhancing comfort and feature journey making the transition from back entertainment system featuring a electrical lumbar support and adjustable West to East seamless. range of videos, music and games as headrests with a personal finger- well as satellite phone, SMS and email operated seat control unit and a ECONOMY CLASS services and laptop power socket cocktail table for added exclusivity • More comfortable 3-3-3 seating • Exquisite inflight dining offering elegant • 15.4 high resolution LDC entertainment arrangement with a generous 18.3 inch glasses and tableware to compliment screens, satellite phone, SMS and email seat width featuring shape-memory fresh, regional cuisine service and laptop power socket cushions and adjustable headrests and • Complimentary travel kit, pillows and • In-flight dining with a diverse range of reclining angles quilts five star delicacies. Passengers can start • 8.4 inch high resolution touch screen with a glass Dom Perignon champagne; seatback entertainment system featuring choose among main courses such as a selection of videos, music and games steak or the seasonal lobster, and select as well as satellite phone, SMS and from an excellent wine list email services at your seat • Fresh and healthy inflight cuisine • Excellent service from friendly and attentive cabin attendants
British Airways is the UK's largest international scheduled airline, flying to over 550 destinations at convenient times, to the best located airports. Whether customers are in the air or on the ground, British Airways takes pride in providing a full service experience.
WORLD TRAVELLER • When you fly World Traveller, simply sit • Enjoy a complimentary three-course ONLINE CHECK-IN AND CHECK-IN back and relax knowing everything has meal with a choice of entrée from the KIOSKS been designed with your comfort in Club World menu. • Start your journey from the comfort of mind. • Two USB ports and an RCA port allow your own home, office or hotel by • Your ergonomically designed seat you to use personal electronic devices checking in online from 24 hours before comes with lumbar support, headrest with the in-flight entertainment system. your flight departs. and recline. • You can select your preferred seat and • Complimentary bar and meal service CLUB WORLD print your boarding pass. throughout your flight. • Choosing Club World means travelling • Afterwards, maximise your free time by • A USB port and an RCA port allow you in comfort and freedom, access to leaving your baggage at a Bag Drop**. to use personal electronic devices with dedicated departure lounges and Elemis • Check-in from 24 hours up to one hour the in-flight entertainment system. Travel Spa.* before departure. • The Club World seats give you your own *Available on selected routes. WORLD TRAVELLER PLUS space, bigger, wider and more **Available at selected airports. • For an affordable premium, enjoy more comfortable than ever. personal space than World Traveller • The very best in local and international AUDIO VISUAL ON-DEMAND with an additional seven inches cuisine is served, along with a dedicated (AVOD) legroom and a wider seat. wine cellar. • Currently being rolled out across all • Make yourself comfortable with • If you are still peckish you are free to long-haul routes*, AVOD gives you over adjustable head, foot and legrest and help yourself to snacks and tasty treats 200 film, TV, music and games** helping you arrive in good shape at from the Club Kitchen. options, all available on-demand so your destination. *Available at London Heathrow. that you can watch what you want, • Relax and take advantage of the quieter when you want. surroundings in the smaller and more *Not available on aircraft fitted with a 12 private cabin with a maximum of six channel in-flight entertainment system. rows. **Games are not available in World Traveller. 9 GM_FE_1415_DEC_008_011.qxp:Layout 125/10/1312:32Page10
10 FAR EAST AIRLINES • Spacious1-2-1forwardfacinglayouts • In-flightentertainmentincludingaudio BUSINESS CLASS powersupplyisavailablefor • In-seat entertainment • 1,000on-demand • Seatshaveaninnovativedesignwhich ECONOMY CLASS comfortable intheworld. youngest, mostmodernand their fleetremainsamongstthe world's largestaircraftintoservice, the world.Thefirstairlinetoput cities inover37countriesaround passenger servicestomorethan69 Singapore Airlinesoperates • 32inchseatpitch. • 6.5inchpersonalTVforin-flight • Fine winesandbeverages. • In-flightmenuincludesachoiceoftwo • Comfortableseatswithfootrestand ECONOMY Penang, Langkawi,BorneoandBali. onward destinationsincluding provides convenientconnectionsto A380 service,MalaysiaAirlines Kuala Lumpur, andofferinganew twice dailydirectfromLondonto One ofAsia’s largestairlines,flying cuisine servedonboard. Dish’, anaccoladetothesuperb and‘BestAirlineSignature Crew’ plus theWorld’s BestAirlineCabin high qualityproductandservice; Awards™ fortrulyconsistentand 2012 SKYTRAX World Airline years, includingtheprestigious than 100awardsinthelast10 Malaysia Airlineshasreceivedmore and graciousMalaysianhospitality, Well knownforitsexcellentservice on A380and777-300ERaircraft. over 20radiochannels. movies, 180TVshows,3Dgamesand widescreen LCDscreen,featuring100 presented onyour15.4inchpersonal optionsare and video-on-demand your useandaUSBport. screen. presented ona10.6inchpersonal options areavailableonKrisWorld*, and legroom. and ergonomicstylingmaximisesknee space fromtherecliningseatinfront, minimises intrusionintoyourpersonal entertainment. hot meals. flights. lumbar supportonmostlonghaul • Enjoygourmetdining, withmenusby • Large fullyflatbedfeaturesadedicated • 10.4 inch in-seat touchscreenpersonal • 10.4inchin-seat • UseofGoldenLounge suitesatmajor • In-flightamenitykit. • Airtogroundandinter-cabin phone. • Selectionofgourmetcuisine,finewines • Seatsoffergenerousleg-room witha GOLDEN CLUB CLASS • Within thispersonalsanctuary, • Stylish,elegantandspaciouscabinswith • SingaporeAirlineshascreatedthe SINGAPORE AIRLINESSUITES International culinaryPanel. Singapore Airlinesveryown the uniquedesign. sleeping surfaceforaddedcomfortand movie andCDlibraryplusgames. multimedia entertainmentincluding TV withfullaccesstoin-flight international airports. and drinks. pitch of74inchfeaturingfullflatbeds*. a seat. standalone bed,notoneconvertedfrom pleasure ofsleepingonadistinctive experience afirstinairtravel-the more personalspaceandprivacy. comfort onboardtheA380aircraft. offering superiorlevelsofprivacyand world’s mostexclusiveFirst Classcabin screen handsetsacrossallcabins. larger LCDscreensandvideotouch- latest technologyavailable,including flight entertainmentsystemwillofferthe Additionally, abrandnewKrisWorld in- increased personalspaceandlegroom. seat providesadditionalcomfort,with 78’’ inlength.ThenewEconomyClass converted, itbecomesafull-flatbedat two newseatingpositionsandwhen Business Classseatoffersgreaterrecline, the currentFirst Classseat).Thenew full-flat bedat82’’length(2’’longerthan The newFirst Classseatconvertsintoa design. ergonomics, comfort,convenienceand created withspecialattentionto aircraft. Thenewproducthasbeen newly deliveredBoeing777-300ER between London andSingaporeonthe soon beavailableonselectedflights The nextgenerationofcabinproductswill COMING SOONTO LONDON! NEW ONBOARD EXPERIENCE– *onboard theA380 • 15inchLCDTouch sensitivescreen • Enjoythefinedininginskiesand • Thecomfortable40inchwideseats FIRST CLASS of games. video gamesconsolewithawidechoice and CDlibrary. Also incorporatesa featuring 12videochannels,amovie First Classpassengers*. orderserviceexclusivelyfor pre-flight a experience theChef-on-Call-First, converts intoafullflatbed*. offer agenerouspitchof89inch,which GM_FE_1415_DEC_008_011.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 12:32 Page 11
Whatever your reason for flying, AIRLINES you’ll always enjoy the best possible experience with Cathay Pacific. Our aim is to be the world’s best airline, and we know we can only achieve it by putting you first. That means providing 'Service Straight from the Heart', delicious catering, first class in-flight entertainment and much more. your own personal content on our screens; BUSINESS CLASS or you can select from over 100 movies, Reecntly named as the World’s Best We fly non-stop five times a day 350 TV programmes, 888 CD’s and 22 Business Class* by Skytrax, Cathay from London Heathrow to Hong audio channels on our entertainment Pacific’s new Business Class provides Kong, our home and hub, with system – Studio CX. plenty of space in which to sleep, dine, or FAR EAST interconnecting flights to over 140 work, read, watch TV or simply relax. destinations worldwide, including PREMIUM ECONOMY CLASS Onboard uou are in control of your own 40 in Asia, 18 in China and 7 in Cathay Pacific’s new Premium Economy entertainment with loads of audio and Australia and New Zealand. Class is a total enhancement from the video to choose from. The seat turns down airline’s Economy Class experience. At the into a comfortable bed – one of the ECONOMY CLASS airport you have dedicated check-in longest and widest provided on a Cathay Pacific’s new long-haul Economy counters, an increased baggage commercial airline – to ensure that you Class cabin will ensure that you allowance and priority boarding. In the can enjoy a great night’s sleep. experience a more comfortable and air, you’ll enjoy an exclusive cabin, larger enjoyable journey. The seat’s cradle seats with more legroom, enhanced *2012 mechanism offers you more living space catering, entertainment at your command and greater recline, making it easy for you and even more of our world-famous to enjoy the HD touch-screen personal service. television which will feature a USB and iPod/iPhone outlet allowing you to view
Sublime service and seamless connections are the hallmark of Thai Airways. Flying to more Asian destinations than any other airline, they’re a leading international carrier. Flights every morning and evening from Heathrow ensure convenient connections throughout Thailand, Asia and onto Australasia.
ECONOMY CLASS ROYAL SILK CLASS ROYAL FIRST CLASS • Refreshing hot and cold towels offered • Exclusive check-in lounge, with separate • A private segregated cabin. during flight. fast-track immigration channels. • Electronically controlled seat, with 180° • Complimentary snacks as well as • State-of-the-art shell seats offering 60" degrees of recline and almost seven feet refreshments, including alcoholic (five feet) of stretch-out space. of space. beverages, throughout the flight. • Each electrically controlled seat is • Priority reservations and baggage • Seat pitch is a generous 34 inch. equipped with telephone and laptop handling services. • Audio visual on demand on all our power point. • Access to first-class airport lounges of London to Bangkok flights. • Interactive Audio Visual On Demand Thai and Star Alliance airlines entertainment system. worldwide.
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The diversity and splendour of the Far East is DISCOVER THE FAR impossible to capture here in just a few
EAST words. But browse through this brochure and FAR EAST you’ll be charmed, captivated and, we hope, delighted by the incredible experiences that await. Whether you choose to drift off to an island escape, steep yourself in culture or join the city throng, your holiday will be full of Eastern Promise.
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14 FAR EAST and history. vibrancy, peaceandtranquillity, culture enchant youwithitscolourand The mystiqueoftheOrientiswaitingto FAR EAST lifestyles andeachoffersauniquelywonderfulexperience. history destination. Eachofthecountrieshasitsownculture, relatively undiscoveredandimmenselyfascinating Made upofCambodia,Laos andVietnam,Indochinaisa INDOCHINA simply idyllic. and thesouthernislandswiththeirtropicalbeachesare spectacular northernmountainshidemanyancientsecrets city ofBangkokisallsettoamazeandexcite.The La The gatewaytotheFar East,Thailandisknown as‘The THAILAND nd ofSmiles’andyou , attractions,ancientmonumentsandmodern ’ll soonfindoutwhy. Thedynamic PAGE 92-105 PAGE 18-81 MALA cultural atmosphere. Indian andcolonialinfluencescreateavibrant,multi- China Sea.AdiversecombinationofChinese,Malay peninsula liesbetweentheIndianOceanandSouth south fromThailandtoSingapore,thebeautifulMalaysian Sitting atthecrossroadsofSoutheastAsiaandstretching and gardens,beautifulbeachesspectacularsights. be explored.Seeancientcitiesandtemples,floatingvillages mystique emergingintothemodernworld,andwaitingto land ofbreath-takingbeauty mysterious andundisturbeddestinationsintheworld.Itisa You cannowdiscoverMyanmar(Burma),oneofthemost MYANMAR YSIA , charm,culture,legendand P AGE 106-130 PAGE 82-91 , GM_FE_1415_DEC_014_015.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:23 Page 15
PHILIPPINES PAGE 162-167 More than 7,000 islands with mountainous interiors and aquamarine waters make up the Philippines though a look past its beauty will reveal a captivating society. 350 years of Spanish rule has left its mark in Spanish-Filipino colonial architecture, ancient stone churches and town fiestas while happy-go-lucky natives enhance the country’s individuality. FAR EAST
SINGAPORE PAGE 134-147 BALI PAGE 148-161 Singapore is a cosmopolitan city where the historic buildings Known as ‘The Isle of Gods’, Bali’s varied landscape ranges and traditions of its colourful colonial past blend with a from rice paddies sitting on hillsides like giant steps, to modern lifestyle. Impressive temples stand beside quaint volcanoes soaring up through the clouds, dense tropical shop houses. Modern shopping malls on Orchard Road jungle, long sandy beaches and warm blue waters. On contrast the exotic cultural centres of Chinatown and Little nearby Lombok, you’ll find the spectacular volcano, Mount India. Rinjani.
HONG KONG PAGE 168-169 CHINA PAGE 180-191 Hong Kong is in a unique location at the centre of Asia and An ancient land shrouded in mystery, China will amaze and includes Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New delight even the most experienced traveller. From the awe- Territories. This bright, lively city is a fusion of East and West, inspiring Great Wall to the breathtaking scenery of the traditional and modern, with skyscrapers standing alongside Yangtse River, from temples and monuments to modern ancient temples and cruise liners sharing a harbour with shops and skyscrapers, China is incredibly diverse and traditional junks. totally entertaining.
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16 FAR EAST MULTI-CENTRES ASIA MULTI-CENTRE HOLIDAYS culture atitsmostenchanting. at itsmostincredibleandtraditional can experience21stcenturyliving Dubai isanexcitingcitywhereyou bustling, brightandcolourful. modern Malaysianculture,busy, Kuala Lumpur istheepicentreof world’s mostexcitingdestinations. relaxation ofthebeachintwo the excitementofcityand This twincentreholidaygivesyou DUBAI KUALA LUMPUR & See page31. bustling shoppingdistrict. located intheheartofBangkok’s superbly comfortableandconveniently This small,charmingboutiquehotel is BEL-AIRE, BANGKOK 3 STAR vibrancy amidmoderntechnology. paddy fieldsandSingapore’s plantations, longbeachesand Buddhas, Penang’s rubber living withnightmarketsand 24-hour experience Bangkok’s From citytobeachcity, & SINGAPORE BANGKOK, PENANG FOR 3NIGHTS See page146. quaint customsandcolourfulshops. market andbustlingChinatownwith its the rivertakesyoutoClarkeQuay night City ShoppingMall.Ashortstroll along Orchard Road andtheGreatWorld The HotelMiramarisjustminutesfrom See page119. views ofthesettingsun. a primelocation,offeringbreathtaking casuarina trees,thisseafrontresorthas famous foritswhitesandsand On BatuFerringhi, alivelybeach HOLIDAY INNRESORT, 4 STAR some oftheworld’sfinestdining, architecture, perfectlylocatednear blend ofArabicandMediterranean elegance, graceandcharmwithits Marina, thisbeachfrontretreatoffers In theheartofexclusiveDubai THERITZ-CARLTON 5 STAR See page113. maximum comfortandluxury. tastefully furnishedroomprovides detail, ensuringeachspacious, designed withcareandattentionto The award-winningShangri-La Hotelis SHANGRI-LAHOTEL, 5 STAR 3 STAR NIGHTS KUALA LUMPUR FOR3 NIGHTS PENANG FOR4 DUBAI FOR4NIGHTS FOR 3NIGHTS DELUXE SINGAPORE HOTEL MIRAMAR & IndianOceanbrochure. See GoldMedal’sDubai,Arabia as worldfamousgolfcourses. shopping andentertainment,aswell and otherhoteloptions. pages 113-115forspecialoffers your stayletusknow. Pleasereferto accommodation orthedurationof If you’d liketochangeyour YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: may beavailable. taxes.Regionalpre-payable flights London Gatwick,transfersandall Return flightswithEmiratesfrom YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: 7 NIGHTSFROM£1,679 offers andotherhoteloptions. 117-119 &140-147forspecial know. Please refer topages25-31, the durationofyourstay, letus accommodation orchange five-star If you’d liketoupgradefouror YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: flights maybeavailable. taxes.Regionaland allpre-payable from London Heathrow, transfers Return flightswith SingaporeAirlines YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: 10 NIGHTSFROM£2,079 GM_FE_1415_DEC_017.qxp:Layout 1 28/10/13 14:35 Page 17
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BANGKOK, HONG 3 STAR METROPARK HOTEL 9 NIGHTS FROM £2,499 KOWLOON FOR 3 Please note: price from £1,739 is KONG & SINGAPORE NIGHTS valid on selected departure dates between 16 Jan - 30 Jul 2014. Fresh and contemporary, the Metropark Three exciting, vibrant cities in one However this multi-centre is is close to the centre of Kowloon, within holiday; Bangkok, Hong Kong and available all year round (unless easy reach of shopping and Singapore. 24-hour living, night specified). Prices may vary. Please entertainment. markets, an eclectic mix of culture, ask for details. architecture, skyscrapers and Page 178. temples. 3 STAR HOTEL MIRAMAR, YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: 3 STAR BEL-AIRE, BANGKOK DELUXE SINGAPORE FOR 3 Return flights with British Airways & FOR 3 NIGHTS NIGHTS Qantas from London Heathrow, transfers and all pre-payable taxes. The Hotel Miramar delivers impeccable Regional flights may be available. This contemporary boutique hotel is friendly service along with many ideal for both business travellers modern comforts. It is situated in a YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: and leisure-seeking guests due to prime location along the Singapore Please refer to pages 25-31, 157- its location just off Sukhumvit Road, River, close to restaurants and bars. 165 & 133-139 for special offers home to the city’s best shopping, See page 146. and other hotel options. business and entertainment district. See page 31.
BANGKOK & DUBAI 5 STAR ONE&ONLY - THE YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: PALACE FOR 4 NIGHTS Return flights with Emirates from London Gatwick, transfers and all Experience Bangkok, one of the The aptly named The Palace is set in a pre-payable taxes. Regional flights most exciting cities with colourful rediscovered Arabian Palace, may be available. nightlife, buddhas and temples, refurbished to blend tradition with then head off to Dubai and contemporary luxury. Your arrival is met YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: Jumeirah Beach with magnificently with a grand courtyard, dramatic If you’d like to change your designed buildings and Arabic glitz sculptures and a stunning lobby. accommodation or the duration of and glamour. See Gold Medal’s Dubai, Arabia & your stay please let us know. Please Indian Ocean brochure. 5 STAR SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, refer to pages 25-31 for special BANGKOK FOR 3 7 NIGHTS FROM £1,739 offers and other hotel options. NIGHTS Please note: price from £1,739 is valid on selected departure dates between Set in beautiful tropical gardens on 01 Jan - 15 Jul 2014. However this the banks of the Chao Phraya River, multi-centre is available all year round the Shangri-La Bangkok Hotel (unless specified). Prices may vary. provides a calming escape from the Please ask for details. fast pace of the city. See page 26.
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The experiences that await you in the Royal DISCOVER THAILAND Kingdom of Thailand are many and varied. Gaze across incredible scenery, absorb the THAILAND history and culture, retreat to a tranquil island hideaway, join the throng in crowded markets, explore cosmopolitan city centres, dine on local specialities, embrace the buzzing nightlife. Do it all, or do nothing at all.
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20 THAILAND experience itforyourself. can describeit,you’ll justhaveto reality issomuchbetter. Nowords relaxed, friendlyatmosphere;butthe of exoticislands,decadentcitiesanda Thailand conjureswonderfulimages THAILAND (Rangoon) Yangon ANDAMAN SEA Khao Lak BURMA Phuket Krabi Koh Samui Cha Am Hua Hin Chiang Mai INDONESIA Chiang Rai Bangkok THAILAND THAILAND Pattaya GULF OF LAOS MALAYSIA CAMBODIA VIETNAM CHINA SEA SOUTH (Saigon) Ho ChiMinhCity GULF OF TONKIN VIETNAM language. life, eachwiththeirowncustoms,culture,clothingand home toseveralhilltribeswhofollowfascinatingwaysof with membersofthenorthernhilltribes.ChiangR for itsbustlingnightmarketswheretravellerscanmingle Chiang Mai,theNorth’s principaltouristgateway, isfamous NORTHERN THAILAND BANGK uncanny abilitytoblendtheoldwithnew. R captivate andenliven.Thisnon- With itsmyriadsightsandsounds,Bangkokpromisesto class shoppingmalls. contrasted bycanalsidemarketsandsophisticated,high temples andthespectacular18thcenturyGrandPalace are OK stop cityreflectsThailand’s PAGES 24-31 PAGES 32-37 esplendent a i isalso GM_FE_1415_DEC_020_021.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:34 Page 21
PHUKET & KOH PHI PHI PAGES 38-49 KOH SAMUI & ISLANDS PAGES 54-65 With magnificent long white beaches, crystal blue waters A tropical retreat with immaculate beaches of dazzling white and a calm, relaxing atmosphere, these tropical escapes sand and aquamarine waters, Koh Samui has become one epitomise the beauty and tranquillity that Southern Thailand of Thailand’s premier beach resorts. From its secluded is famous for. hotels and bays to the lively resorts in Chaweng, this enchanting island has all the ingredients for an idyllic holiday. THAILAND
PATTAYA, KOH SAMET & KOH CHANG PAGES 66-70 CHA-AM & HUA HIN PAGES 71-76 Renowned for its sandy beaches and vibrant nightlife, The charming coastal resort towns of Hua Hin and Cha-Am Pattaya has become Asia’s playground for locals and are just two and a half hours’ drive from Bangkok. Both travellers alike. During the day, split your time between resorts have long, wonderful beaches and Hua Hin has the bustling shops and peaceful beaches. At night, exotic added attraction of a traditional fishing port. Here, you can restaurants and busy, neon-lit bars beckon you in. immerse yourself in a sleepy, rural way of life.
KRABI & KOH LANTA PAGES 77-81 KHAO LAK & KHAO SOK PAGES 50-53 Lying on the west coast of Thailand, overlooking the warm Get off the beaten track and discover beautiful unspoilt waters of the Andaman Sea, Krabi is renowned as one of scenery, authentic Thai hospitality and superb the most beautiful beach resorts in the whole of the accommodation. Relax on the beach, in the sea or in kingdom. Waterfalls and lush rainforests make this verdant rainforests and national parks. destination a nature lover’s paradise.
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22 THAILAND MULTI-CENTRES THAILAND MULTI-CENTRE HOLIDAYS forests. Phuket surroundedbylushtropical on thewhitesandybeachesof bright lightsand24/7tempo,relax After experiencingBangkokwithits brings youthebestofbothworlds. this cityandbeachcombination For aholidayofsublimecontrasts, BANGKOK &PHUKET See page31. entertainment districts. shopping, businessand Road; hometothecity'sbest street justoffthebustlingSukhumvit A superiorboutiquehotelinaquiet BEL-AIRE, BANGKOK 3 STAR which makeupKoh Samui. coconut treesandquaintvillages luscious lagoons,waterfallsand secluded beaches,dazzlingcoral, buzz ofBangkok,tothelong city andbeachholiday. From the Another excellentcombinationofa SAMUI BANGKOK &KOH FOR 3NIGHTS See page59. gardens. surrounded bypalmtreesandsuperb beautiful ChoengMonbeachand rise hotelbuildings.Itissetonthe harbour, aswella numberoflow- next tothebeachasifmooredina authentic teakwoodricebarges,built hotel features34 This eye-catching IMPERIALBOAT HOUSE 4 STAR See page44. dazzling whitesandybeach. minute walkfromthestunningstretchof attractions aswellbeingjustafive ideally situatedforallthelocal In theheartofKaron, thishotelis CENTARA KARON 4 STAR See page31. shopping district. bustling Road intheheartofBangkok’s conveniently locatedclosetoSukhumvit This small,charmingboutiquehotelis BEL-AIRE, BANGKOK 3 STAR Please askfordetails. (unless specified).Prices mayvary. isavailable allyearround multi-centre 10 Jan-Jul2014.Howeverthis on selecteddeparturedatesbetween Please note:pricefrom£1,289is valid 8 NIGHTS£1,289 FOR 3NIGHTS FOR 5NIGHTS HOTEL, KOH SAMUI NIGHTS RESORT, PHUKETFOR5 options. 65 forspecialoffersandotherhotel Please refertopages25-31&55- lengths ofstayavailableonrequest. accommodation andalternative Upgrades tofourandfivestar YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: may beavailable.Costsvary. taxes.Regionalpre-payable flights London Heathrow, transfersandall Return flightswithThaiAirwaysfrom YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: options. for specialoffersandotherhotel Please refertopages25-31&39-49 lengths ofstayavailableonrequest. accommodation andalternative Upgrades tofourandfivestar YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: may beavailable.Costsvary. taxes.Regionalpre-payable flights London Heathrow, transfersandall Return flightswithThaiAirwaysfrom YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: Prices mayvary, pleaseaskfordetails. all yearround(unlessspecified). isavailable However thismulti-centre between 10Jan-Jul2014. valid onselecteddeparturedates Please note:pricefrom£1,359is 8 NIGHTS£1,359 GM_FE_1415_DEC_023.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:52 Page 23
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BANGKOK & PATTAYA 5 STAR CENTARA GRAND YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: MIRAGE BEACH RESORT Return flights with Thai Airways from Within easy reach after your visit to PATTAYA FOR 5 NIGHTS London Heathrow, transfers and all Bangkok, Pattaya is a popular Overlooking the ocean on 200 metres pre-payable taxes. Regional flights beach resort for sun-lovers and of pristine white sand beach, Centara may be available. Costs may vary. water sports enthusiasts, as well as Grand Mirage Beach Resort is a unique offering a varied and lively nightlife. and exciting ‘Lost World’ themed hotel, YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: complete with water park, luxury spa Upgrades to four and five star accommodation and alternative 4 STAR COURTYARD BY and superb dining venues. See page 67. lengths of stay available on request. MARRIOTT Please refer to pages 25-31 & 65- BANGKOK FOR 3 8 NIGHTS £1,249 70 for special offers and other hotel NIGHTS Please note: price from £1,249 is valid options. Experience legendary Thai on selected departure dates between hospitality at the Courtyard by 10 Jan - 10 Jul 2014. However this Marriott Bangkok. Spacious, multi-centre is available all year round modern rooms are complemented (unless specified). Prices may vary. by friendly, efficient service. Please ask for details. Centrally located, it’s easy access to the surrounding vibrant city. See page 30.
BANGKOK & KRABI 4 STAR CENTARA ANDA DHEVI YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: FOR 5 NIGHTS Return flights with Thai Airways from London Heathrow, transfers and all After a visit to Bangkok, one of the Elegance and comfort is the focus at pre-payable taxes. Regional flights most cosmopolitan, contrasting and Centara Anda Dhevi, situated a may be available. Costs may vary. compelling Asian cities, depart for hundred metres from Nopparat Thara the unspoilt natural beauty of Krabi, Beach and a fifteen minute walk from YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: one of Southern Thailand’s most Ao Nang Beach. An award-winning spa Upgrades to four and five star idyllic beach resorts. and stunning 43-metre swimming pool accommodation and alternative are two of the finest features. 4 STAR CENTURY PARK lengths of stay available on request. See page 81. FOR 3 NIGHTS Please refer to pages 25-31 & 78- 8 NIGHTS £1,459 81 for special offers and other hotel In an enviable location close to Please note: price from £1,459 is valid options. great selection of restaurants, bars on selected departure dates between and retails outlets, the Century Park 10 Jan - 10 Jul 2014. However this offers a range of facilities including multi-centre is available all year round an attractive rooftop pool. (unless specified). Prices may vary. See page 29. Please ask for details.
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BANGKOK
One of the most exciting cities in the world, Bangkok is fascinating and non-
THAILAND stop. This 24-hour destination is packed with things to do and see, from golden Buddhas to SkyTrains, night markets to colourful nightlife.
GETTING AROUND Century Park The SkyTrain and the new underground system make travelling SAPATHUM GRAND Ramel Road PALACE within the city quick and easy. For a taste of more traditional PALACE Thai travel, take a thrilling ride in a tuk-tuk or board a public NATIONAL Centara Watergate Le Fenix longtail boat. STADIUM SIAM Bel-Aire SQUARE Princess CHINA Courtyard by The TOWN Marriott Bangkok Landmark DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… Rama IV Road Aloft Bangkok Four Points by Sheraton • Visiting the 18th century Grand Palace. Sukhumvit 15 • Going on a sunset cruise on the Chao Phraya River.
Si Phraya Road PATPONG LUMPHINI • Visiting Wat Po, where you can see the longest reclining MARKET PARK Dusit Thani Bangkok Buddha and Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn. Royal Orchid Banyan Tree Bangkok Sheraton Hotel & Towers • Joining in the bustling nightlife in Patpong. Rama IV Road Sathon Nua Rd THINGS TO SEE AND DO Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok is a shopper’s paradise, whether you prefer the
Anantara Bangkok Riverside comfort of air-conditioned malls or relish hunting for a bargain in the night markets. We recommend the malls on Silom Road, Asiatique Riverside and Chinatown’s Thieves FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 12 Hours Market. Don’t forget, bartering is all part of the fun! GMT: +7 Hours CURRENCY: Thai Baht GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL: Shared transfers from CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential Suvarnabhumi Airport take approximately 1 hour. Private Information pages at the back of this brochure. transfers are also available from £17 extra per person (min. 2 people). BANGKOK TOURS
CITY AND TEMPLES BRIDGE ON THE RIVER KWAI GRAND PALACE A wonderful introduction to Bangkok, First you’ll go sightseeing in the The Palace grounds house one of the visiting three of the most famous provincial town itself, taking in the most sacred of all Thai temples, the temples in this fascinating city. Firstly, bridge and the allied war cemeteries. Wat Phra Kaew, containing the most Wat Traimit which has a huge 5-ton The most spectacular part of the tour revered Buddha image in the solid gold Buddha, next Wat Po is the hour-long train ride along the country. This Emerald Buddha is which has the enormous reclining death railway up to the end of the made from one solid piece of Buddha and then to Wat line at Nam Tok. After lunch, you translucent green jade. There is a Benjamaphorphit, or Marble Temple, board a long tail boat ride for a trip strict dress code for visiting the a beautiful and ornate example of on the Kwai Noi River. Grand Palace; legs and shoulders Thai architecture. Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily must be covered. Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Price per person: £48 Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Price per person: £17 Price per person: £30
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4 STAR ROYAL ORCHID DELUXE SHERATON HOTEL & TOWERS Luxury in a relaxed atmosphere is what characterises this resort-style hotel. Tucked into a bend in the mighty Chao Phraya River, it’s ideally situated for exploring the floating markets and the famous River City Shopping Complex. Deluxe River View Room The Royal Orchid not only offers deluxe accommodation, but also great value.
GUEST ROOMS: • All 726 rooms and suites feature the famous Sheraton Sweet Sleeper BedTM and offer magnificent river views. • Towers Rooms, located on the 25th- 28th floors, feature superior facilities including access to the exclusive Towers Lounge with daily complimentary breakfast, high tea, evening cocktails and high-speed Internet access. EARLYBIRD: Book at least 60 days ROYAL ORCHID SHERATON & TOWERS prior to arrival and receive STAYING IN A DELUXE RIVER VIEW ROOM HOTEL FACILITIES: ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS • Unique dining experiences include discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 31 1 NIGHT International, Italian, Thai, Bar & Oct 14. ADULT LOW FROM £42 Grill. EARLYBIRD: Book at least 90 days ADULT MID FROM £59 • Recreation facilities include two prior to arrival and receive outdoor swimming pools, spa, discounted rates. Valid 01 Nov 14 - ADULT HIGH FROM £62 Sheraton Fitness, sauna, tennis court 31 Mar 15. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin and jogging track. share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: 01 Jan ’14 - • Complimentary shuttle boat service to 31 Mar ’14, High season: 01 Nov ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room nearby SkyTrain station. Upgrade: Deluxe Premium River View Room from £35 per night. • Adjoins the River City Shopping HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £14 per night. Centre. • Great gardens, pool and spa • WiFi in public areas and at Link@ • Excellent value Sheraton with PVC workstations. • Riverside location
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26 THAILAND BANGKOK DELUXE 4 STAR 5 STAR • Tastefully decoratedroomsandsuites GUEST ROOMS: begin thatbitmorequickly. from theairport,yourholidaycan SkyTrain stationandjust30minutes close by. Asthehotelisadjacenttoa and shoppingdistrictsarewaiting ready toexplore,thecentralbusiness fast paceofthecity. Whenyou’re provides acalmingescapefromthe the Shangri-La BangkokHotel the banksofChaoPhrayaRiver, Set inbeautifultropicalgardenson • Suite bathroomsalso havedouble • All roomshaveaprivate balconywith GUEST ROOMS: subtle Thaiflavour. polished hardwoodfloorscreatea resort. Intherooms,mutedtonesand offers thetranquillityofasecluded gardens andriversidelocation,it classical Thaiarchitecture,fragrant mainareas,yetwithits all Bangkok’s This cityresortiswithineasyreachof destinations atonce. Riverside islikevisitingtwo Staying attheAnantaraBangkok and Western chic. are styledwithacombinationofThai comfort, privacyandrelaxation are designedtoofferthemaximum breathtaking views. RESORT &SPA BANGKOK RIVERSIDE ANANTARA BANGKOK HOTEL, SHANGRI-LA • Shuttle boatservicetothenearest • A hugechoiceofrestaurantsinclude HOTEL FACILITIES: • Amenities includeair-conditioning, • Superb facilitiesincludeafreeform • Superb selectionofAsianand HOTEL FACILITIES: • Rooms intheexclusiveKrungthep Balcony Roomsonly. Deluxe RiverViewand Valid 01Apr-31Oct14inDeluxe, receive freebuffetbreakfastfor2. SPECIAL OFFER: 2. Valid 01Apr-31Oct14. and receivefreedailybreakfastfor EARLY BIRD: market every20minutes. SkyTrain stationand Asiatic night Thai BBQbuffet. Terrace, servinganinternationaland boat diningcruisesandtheRiverside The ManohraThaiofferingricebarge Vic’s Pacific Rimbarandrestaurant, menu, BrioItalianRestaurant, Trader ethnic buffetsandanàlacarte The Market,servinginternationaland satellite TVandminibar. individual climatecontrol,cableand vanity sinksanddeepbathtubs. and CHI,TheSpa. courts, sauna,steamroom,Jacuzzi outdoor pool,gymnasium,tennis River. Dinnercruisesareavailable. spectacular viewsoftheChaoPhraya Thai, ChineseorItalian,allwith international restaurantsincluding 24-hour butlerservice. breathtaking panoramicviewsand Luxury Wing offerprivatebalconywith Deluxe Premier Room Book by31Mar14 Stay 3nightsand A A wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be will Apr Prices 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin esn 8Dec 28 season: ih.Dlx rme ieve rm£4prngt Board night. per night. per £14 £14 from from Breakfast Riverview per Upgrade: £6 Premier from Room Deluxe Premier Deluxe night. night. per £8 from Riverview Dec 24 on season: confirmed be will Apr Prices 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin Upgrade: Board night. night. per per £19 £27 from per from £27 Breakfast from Wing Club Horizon Krungthep night. night. per £3 from Room Riverview 1Nov 01 1Nov 01 DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT NNAABNKKRVRIERSR SPA & RESORT RIVERSIDE BANGKOK ANANTARA lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll in DeluxeRoomsonly. category. Valid 01Apr-31Oct14 free upgradetothenextroom and stayaminof3nights;receive EARLYBIRD: Dec 14&06Jan-31Mar15. discounted rates.Valid 01Apr-23 prior toarrivalandreceive EARLYBIRD: ’ ’ 4-2 Dec 23 - 14 4-2 Dec 27 - 14 TYN NADLX ROOM DELUXE A IN STAYING TYN NADLX ROOM DELUXE A IN STAYING NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON HNR-A BANGKOK SHANGRI-LA, ’ ’ 4-0 Jan 05 - 14 4-0 Jan 02 - 14 ’ ’ Book by31Mar14 Book atleast45days 4 6Jan 06 14, 4 3Jan 03 14, ’ ’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ’ ’ ‘ ‘ 5 omUgae Deluxe Upgrade: Room 15. 5 omUgae Deluxe Upgrade: Room 15. from from ’ ’ 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ ’ £104 4 i season: Mid 14, 4 i season: Mid 14, £80 £60 £68 £50 £75 Deluxe Room ’ ’ 5 High 15, 5 High 15, GM_FE_1415_DEC_027.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:41 Page 27 BANGKOK
Banyan Tree Club Room - Bathroom
5 STAR BANYAN TREE Guests can also enjoy access to the BANYAN TREE BANGKOK exclusive Club Lounge situated on the STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM BANGKOK 19th floor. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS THAILAND Offering elegance and tranquillity in 1 NIGHT HOTEL FACILITIES: the heart of the sprawling metropolis, • The rooftop Vertigo and Moon Bar ADULT LOW FROM £75 Banyan Tree Bangkok is a Thai oasis boasts views of Bangkok’s skyline. ADULT MID FROM £84 for guests in search of the ultimate • Outstanding restaurants where guests ADULT HIGH FROM £93
Far Eastern experience. With the can enjoy Far Eastern delicacies such All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on Banyan Tree Spa and a selection of as dim sum and sushi in both formal twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: various restaurants to choose from, as and casual environments. 01 Nov ’14 - 29 Dec ’14, 03 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High • The Banyan Tree Spa on the hotel’s season: 30 Dec ’14 - 02 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Premier well as the magnificent rooftop bar, Room from £5 per night. you can be sure that your stay will be 21st floor including a Tropical pure pleasure. Rainmist experience. • Outdoor pool, fitness classes and GUEST ROOMS: gym facilities. • Deluxe rooms feature city and Chao Phraya River views and include EARLYBIRD: Book at least 15 days interiors featuring silk and warm prior to arrival and receive wood. • Banyan Tree Club lounge is equipped discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 22 with first-class business facilities. Dec 14 and 03 Jan - 31 Mar 15.
Deluxe Room
5 STAR DUSIT THANI • Amenities include flat-screen satellite DUSIT THANI BANGKOK TV, DVD player (on request), high- STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM BANGKOK speed internet access,tea and coffee ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS making facilities, minibar, hairdryer, For over 40 years Dusit Thani has 1 NIGHT in-room safe, bathrobes and slippers. been a landmark in the heart of the ADULT LOW FROM £48 city. Situated opposite the wonderful HOTEL FACILITIES: ADULT HIGH FROM £60 Lumpini Park and the sky train and • Eight dining venues including French, All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on subway systems it makes a perfect Vietnamese, Thai, Italian and steak twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, High season: choice for exploring Bangkok. High house cuisine; four bars including 01 Nov ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from standards and well-designed facilities MyBar with live entertainment and £7 per night. Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £22 per night. designed in the style of ancient Thai rooftop D'Sens Bar. structures ensures sophisticated • Outdoor swimming pool in tropical surroundings and superb dining adds gardens, spa, fitness centre with sauna, golf driving range and squash to the luxury experience. court. GUEST ROOMS: • 24hr room service and shopping • 517 rooms and suites featuring arcade. elegant Thai décor, silk fabrics and teak wood furniture. FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 2 nights and receive 1 further night free. Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14.
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28 THAILAND BANGKOK DELUXE 4 STAR 4 STAR • Superior air-conditioned roomshave GUEST ROOMS further afield. and commercialdistrictsaswell business exploring bustlingBangkok’s The Landmark Bangkokisidealfor station locatedinfrontofthehotel, accommodation. WiththeSkyTrain well assuperiorcitycentre quality facilitiesandrestaurantsas class hoteloffersguestsavarietyof Thailand’s excitingcapital,thisworld- Sukhumvit roadintheheartof Enjoying anenviablelocationon • Innovatively designed roomswith GUEST ROOMS: haunts. one ofthecity'shottestnightime resident DJs,that'scertaintobecome including achicrooftopbarfeaturing lighting alongsidepremierfacilities with sleek,contemporaryfittingsand showcase atrendythemecomplete complex. Roomsandpublicareas Pavilion shoppingandleisure area, connectedtotheWatergate hotel inaprimespotthePratunam Newly builtfor2013you'llfindthis facilities andin-roomsafe. television, minibar, tea/coffeemaking orsinglebedswithsatellite king-size conditioning, satelliteTV, teaand a choiceofbedconfigurations,air clean linesandsoothingcolours have PAVILLION CENTARA BANGKOK LANDMARK WATERGATE • Swimmingpoolandhealthclub. • ThreebarsincludinganEnglishpub. • Seven restaurantsservingThai, HOTEL FACILITIES • Landmark ClubRoom guestshave • DeluxeroomsandSuitesarelarger. • Spe Cenvaree,fitnesscentre,24hr diningandThai • Café 9forall-day HOTEL FACILITIES: May -30Sep14inSuperiorRooms. upgrade toDeluxeRoom.Valid 15 and receiveacomplimentary EARLYBIRD: 31 Mar15. discounted rates.Valid 1Jan14- prior toarrivalandreceive EARLYBIRD: Mar 15. bonus nights).Valid 1Jan14-31 (compulsory breakfastpayableon and receive1furthernightfree BONUS NIGHTS: from thegrill. Western, internationalanddishes on the31stfloor. the exclusiveLandmark ClubLounge special privilegesincludingaccessto laundry/dry cleaningservice. room service,currencyexchangeand rooftop barandcocktail/winebar. indoors oronthecoveredterrace, cuisine, whichcanbeenjoyed serving creativeThaiandAsian and internationaldishes,ChiliHip room safe,hairdryerandWi-Fi. coffee makingfacilities,minibar, in- Book by28Feb 14 Book atleast60days Pay for2nights Superior QueenRoom Deluxe Room A A 7prngt eueSiefo 4 e ih.Board night. per £40 from night. Suite per £15 Deluxe from Breakfast night. Upgrade: per £7 omUgae ueirFml omfo 5prnight. per £5 night. from per Room £7 from Family Room Deluxe Superior Upgrade: Room on confirmed be will Nov Apr Prices 01 only. 01 guide season: Low a enquiry. are and share, twin esn 1Nov 01 season: wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be Jan will Apr Prices 14 01 only. guide season: Low a enquiry. are and share, twin DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll ’ ’ 5 i esn 5Jan 15 season: Mid 15, 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ETR AEGT PAVILION WATERGATE CENTARA TYN NASPRO ROOM SUPERIOR A IN STAYING TYN NASPRO ROOM SUPERIOR A IN STAYING NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON ’ 4-1 Dec 14 - 14 H LANDMARK THE ’ 5 omUgae eueRo from Room Deluxe Upgrade: Room 15. ’ ’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ’ 4 5Jan 15 14, ‘ ‘ from from ’ 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ ’ ’ 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 4 ihseason: High 14, 4 5Dec 15 14, £63 £39 £42 £57 £32 ’ 4 High 14, ’ 4- 14 ’ 15. GM_FE_1415_DEC_029.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:44 Page 29 BANGKOK
4 STAR CENTURY PARK HOTEL FACILITIES: CENTURY PARK • All-day dining at Jess, offering a STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM In an enviable location close to a range of international and Thai ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS cuisine in buffet and à la carte style, THAILAND great selection of restaurants, bars 1 NIGHT and retail outlets, the Century Park plus Italian fare at Roberto. Signature ADULT LOW FROM £27 combines an inner city break with a Bar offers a relaxed atmosphere, ADULT HIGH FROM £28 peaceful resort getaway. A range of while La Patisserie is the perfect indulgence and afternoon tea can be All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on facilities include an attractive rooftop enjoyed at Fountain Lounge. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on pool, range of dining options and enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, High season: • Rooftop swimming pool surrounded 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from well-tended gardens. by landscaped gardens, fitness £9 per night. Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £13 per night. centre, daily shuttle to major GUEST ROOMS: shopping areas. • Rooms feature a warm autumnal decor in coppers, greens and browns. • Superior rooms have king-size or twin FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 2 nights beds, air conditioning, satellite and receive 1 further night free. television, Internet access, minibar, Valid 01 Jan 14 - 31 Mar 15 in tea and coffee making facilities and in-room safe. Deluxe rooms include Superior and Deluxe Rooms only. upgraded in-room amenities, slippers, bathrobe or kimono.
Urban Room
4 STAR ALOFT workstation, stylish bathrooms with ALOFT BANGKOK walk-in shower and frosted glass for STAYING IN A CHIC ROOM BANGKOK - maximum light and privacy. ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS SUKHUMVIT 11 1 NIGHT HOTEL FACILITIES: As a vision of W Hotels, Aloft • All-day dining at Crave, with iPad® ADULT LOW FROM £50 Bangkok is a modern, fresh and fun based menus, while you can grab a ADULT HIGH FROM £55 destination. This hotel offers a unique quick bite to go at re: fuel by Aloft, or All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on relax in the w xyz bar. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on experience for forward-thinking enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, High season: travellers seeking something new, • Cool down in the splash outdoor 01 Nov ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Urban Room from pool, work out in the re:charge gym £5 per night. sleek and bold. Just steps from great and keep up to date with Internet dining, shopping and nightlife, plus access throughout the hotel. well located for public transport, • Free shuttle to Skytrain station. there’s plenty to enjoy on-site, with innovative dining concepts and FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 2 nights fantastic accommodation. and receive 1 further night free. Valid 01 Jan - 27 Dec 14 & 03 Jan - GUEST ROOMS: • Aloft rooms are bright and airy, with 31 Mar 15. high ceilings, extra-large windows EARLYBIRD: Book at least 90 days and ultra-comfortable platform bed, prior to arrival and receive free daily complete with plush bedding. breakfast. Valid 01 Apr - 27 Dec 14 • Complimentary wired and wireless & 03 Jan - 31 Mar 15. Internet, 42" flatscreen TV, ergonomic
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30 THAILAND BANGKOK 4 STAR 4 STAR and beyond. exploring beautifulBangkok distance, thisisaterrificbasefor renowned metropoliswithinwalking attractions ofThailand’smost connections andwiththecentral surroundings. Withnearbyrail great diningwithintrendy excellent value,comfort,styleand districts. TheFour Points offers business,shoppingandleisure city’s enviable locationinthehubof Four Points bySheratonenjoysan newesthotels,the One ofBangkok’s • ordouble- Available withking-size • Modern, well-appointed rooms GUEST ROOMS: exciting andvibrantcity. base fromwhichtoexplorethis contemporary havenandanideal friendly, efficientservice makeita its spacious,modernroomsand conveniently closetotheBTSSkyTrain, and entertainmentareas, mainshopping, restaurants the city’s Centrally locatedjustminutesfrom at theCourtyardbyMarriottBangkok. Experience legendaryThaihospitality Comfort Room luxury bedding, satelliteTVandWiFi double beds,roomsincludeminibar, expect ofahotelthiscalibre. feature alltheamenitiesonewould BANGKOK, BANGKOK BY MARRIOTT COURTYARD SUKHUMVIT 15 BY SHERATON FOUR POINTS • Rooftop barwithcaptivatingviews diningrestaurantoffering • All-day • 24-hour fitnesscentreandfree HOTEL FACILITIES: • Each roomandsuiteisappointed • 268guestroomsandsuites. GUEST ROOMS: • 24-hour facilitiesincludeWiFi access, • MoMo Cafeservesbothlocaland HOTEL FACILITIES: Apr 14-31Mar15. receive freedailybreakfast.Valid 01 SPECIAL OFFER: 31 Mar15. discounted rates.Valid 01Apr14- prior toarrivalandreceive EARLY BIRD: of Sukhumvit. and lightersnacks. and internationalbeerbarfordrinks international cuisine,arooftopbar emails. with theirhealthregimeand areas soguestscankeepuptospeed wireless Internetaccessinallpublic facilities. modern furnishingsandensuite Four Points™ ComfortBedaswell with comfortandstylefeaturesa (MoMo Mart). fitness centreandconveniencestore a fullyequippedbusinesscentre, creating arelaxingatmosphere. kitchen includingacentrebar, restaurant andloungewithanopen hotel guestsandlocals.It'savibrant one ofthefavouritehotspotsforboth international dishesandhasbecome available. access. Interconnectingroomsare Deluxe Room Book atleast60days Stay 2nightsand A A wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be will Apr Prices 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be will Apr Prices 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin 1Mar 31 1Jan 01 1Mar 31 1Jan 01 DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll ORPIT YSEAO BANGKOK, SHERATON BY POINTS FOUR ORYR YMRIT BANGKOK MARRIOTT BY COURTYARD ’ ’ ’ ’ 5 omUgae uirSiefo 2 e night. per £20 from Suite Junior Upgrade: Room 15. 5 or prd:Bekatfo 1 e night. per £14 from Breakfast Upgrade: Board 15. 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 TYN NACMOTROOM COMFORT A IN STAYING TYN NADLX ROOM DELUXE A IN STAYING NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON UHMI 15 SUKHUMVIT ’ ’ 4 ihsao:0 Nov 01 season: High 14, 4 ihsao:0 Nov 01 season: High 14, ’ ’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ‘ ‘ from from ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ ’ 4 i season: Mid 14, 4 i season: Mid 14, £41 £46 £43 £39 £43 £38 ’ ’ 4- 14 4- 14 GM_FE_1415_DEC_031.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:29 Page 31 BANGKOK
Superior room
3 STAR BEL-AIRE HOTEL FACILITIES: BEL-AIRE BANGKOK • Elegant Tiffin restaurant offers STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM BANGKOK authentic Thai, Indian and Western ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS dishes. THAILAND This small, charming boutique hotel 1 NIGHT has been recently refurbished to give • Liquid Lounge bar. • Fully equipped fitness room and ADULT LOW FROM £30 it a more modern edge. Superbly outdoor swimming pool with bar. ADULT HIGH FROM £31 comfortable, the hotel is also • Thai cooking lessons are available. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on convenient, located just 100 metres • Free WiFi. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. High season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, High season: from Sukhumvit Road in the heart of • Dry-cleaning/laundry service. 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - Bangkok’s bustling shopping district. 31 Mar ’15 (Fri-Sun stays). Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room • Concierge. from £5 per night. Club Tribeca from £14 per night. Board With the SkyTrain nearby, the rest of Upgrade: Breakfast from £8 per night. this lively city is within easy reach. FREE NIGHTS: Stay for 3 nights GUEST ROOMS: and only pay for 2. Valid 01 Apr - • 160 comfortably appointed rooms feature writing desk, telephone, en 31 Oct 14. Stay for 4 nights and suite facilities, air-conditioning, TV, only pay for 3. Valid 01 Nov 14 - 31 hairdryer, safety deposit box, minibar Mar 15. and tea/coffee making facilities. EARLYBIRD: Book by 28 Feb 14 • Club Tribeca Rooms include high- and receive a guaranteed upgrade. speed Internet access, complimentary Valid 01 Apr - 30 Jun 14 in Superior breakfast, daily newspaper, oversized Room. sofa bed and creative lighting.
Standard Room
3 STAR LE FENIX HOTEL FACILITIES: LE FENIX SUKHUMVIT • Dining options include Nest, a STAYING IN A STANDARD ROOM SUKHUMVIT rooftop bar overlooking the vibrant ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS Bangkok skyline, Flow Bar serving At Le Fenix, the focus is on designer 1 NIGHT drinks, light meals and tapas and L3 space with a fun personality. serving local and international ADULT LOW FROM £28 Minimalist styling with a backdrop of flavours in a contemporary setting. ADULT HIGH FROM £31 white features clean lines, soft cushy • Indoor pool features large panoramic All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on beds under mesmeric lighting and windows to observe Bangkok from twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, High season: walls accented with modern art. high up. 01 Nov ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Superior Room Located in a central district of • Fitness Centre. from £2 per night. Bangkok with easy access to the SkyTrain. FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 3 nights and receive 1 further night free. GUEST ROOMS: Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. • Amenities include bathroom with separate shower, minibar, air- EARLYBIRD: Book at least 45 days conditioning, safe deposit box, prior to arrival and receive special satellite and cable TV, telephone, discounted rates. Valid 1 Apr 14 - WiFi and high-speed transmission 31 Mar 15. line.
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NORTHERN THAILAND
Connect with the real Thailand as you
THAILAND trek through the jungle of the North to discover amazing wildlife and visit the nomadic hill tribes, whose lifestyles have barely changed in over 700 years.
DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… Golden Triangle • A trip to Chiang Mai’s famous Night Bazaar and the morning market in Mae Chiang Rai Hong Son. Mae Hong Son • Visiting the beautiful Doi Suthep temple on the hilltop overlooking the city of Chiang Mai Chiang Mai. • Trekking on an elephant. The best elephant camps to visit are at Chiang Dao and the elephant hospital in Lampang. • Visiting the colourful and fascinating local hill tribe villages. THAILAND • Seeing Thailand’s Golden Triangle, where the three countries of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet. • Taking a boat ride on the mighty Mekong River.
Bangkok THINGS TO SEE AND DO The North is famous for the many artisans that produce Thailand’s famous handicrafts, so you’re sure to find some mementoes to take home.
GULF OF GETTING TO YOUR CHIANG RAI HOTEL: Shared transfers from Chiang Rai THAILAND Airport take approximately 30 minutes and cost from £19 per person return. Private transfers are also available from £3 extra per person return (min 2 people). FLIGHT TIME: Approx. 13 Hours via GETTING TO YOUR CHIANG MAI HOTEL: Shared transfers from Chiang Bangkok Mai Airport take approximately 20 minutes and cost from £13 per person GMT: +7 Hours return. Private transfers are also available from £5 extra per person return (min CURRENCY: Thai Baht 2 people).
NORTHERN THAILAND TOURS
CHIANG RAI & THE GOLDEN CHIANG DAO ELEPHANT TREK DOI SUTHEP & CITY TEMPLES TRIANGLE TOUR Of the elephant camps in the North, This tour provides a great A trip to the infamous Golden Chiang Dao is the most authentic. introduction to Chiang Mai. Visit the Triangle area is a must. Visit the After feeding time there is an beautiful Doi Suthep temple with its border with Myanmar at Mae Sai, impressive demonstration of the spectacular views across the city and then take a boat ride on the Mekong elephants’ skills, followed by the valley, then continue on to some of River at Chiang Saen, where the highlight of the trip; a trek though the older temples. The tour ends with three countries of Laos, Myanmar the jungle to a nearby Lisu hill tribe a drive through this amazing city, and Thailand meet. A visit to village. Back at the camp, you which is over 900 years old. the Opium Museum in Chiang Rai is transfer to bamboo rafts for a Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily also included. journey down the River Ping. Price from: Adult £21 Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £109 Price from: Adult £76
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Chiang Rai
Chiang Mai Lampang
Sukhothai Phitsanulok
THAILAND
Ayutthaya Bangkok
DAY 2: Phitsanulok - Sukhothai - Industrial Village at Bo Sang AROUND THAILAND Lampang Sankamphaeng which is the center of DURATION: 6 DAYS | 5 NIGHTS Begin with a morning tour at Wat Phra hand woven silk on industries, with Si Mahattat to the ancient cities and traditional local products. Dinner and DEPARTS: MONDAYS historical landmarks of Sukhothai and overnight at hotel. Si Satchanalai. Lunch at local restaurant DAY 5: Chiang Mai PRICE FROM £729 PER PERSON en route. In the afternoon visit Lampang Start your morning by getting up close Phra That Lampang Luang. Dinner and Price Includes: and personal with endearing and skillful • Seat in coach. overnight at Lampang River Lodge. • All entrance fees as appropriate. Thai Elephants at the elephant camp. • Air-conditioned transportation DAY 3: Lampang - Phayao - Chiang You can even try the experience of • 5 nights accommodation. Rai riding on the mighty elephants
Please Note: Price from £729 is valid on selected Leading to Chiang Rai along the route (optional, not included). Lunch at local departure dates between 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. visit at Wat Chedi Sao and drive pass restaurant. Then down to Chiang Mai. However this tour is available all year round (unless through pineapple fields and Phayao, where you can visit one of the most specified). Prices may vary. Please ask for details. enjoy the scenery of the lake "Kwan Pha beautiful temples in Chiang Mai Doi Yao". Make a stop at the impressive Wat Suthep with panoramic views of Chiang Rong Khun before reaching Chiangrai. Mai town. The rest of the day is free for DAY 1: Bangkok - Ayutthaya - Lunch at local restaurant. In the exploring the fabulous city of Chiang Phitsanulok afternoon visit Mae Sai, a small trading Mai on your own. Evening farewell Pick up from Bangkok city to commence town for local products from Myanmar dinner on the tradition Northern style your 6 days tour (pick up from outer and hill tribes and the Golden Triangle "Khan Toke" with the traditional classical Bangkok hotels or airport will be subject where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar dance show. Overnight at hotel. to supplement charges). See the past meets plus Aka, Yao Tribe and the old DAY 6: Chiang Mai - Chiang Mai Summer Palace of the Rama V and city of Chiang Sean before drive to your Airport Ayutthaya which is the ancient capital of hotel. Dinner and overnight at hotel. Siam where you can find ruined temples Breakfast at hotel. Free time at leisure of Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Phra DAY 4: Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai until pick up from hotel for transfer to Mahathat and Wat Phanan Choeng. 07.00 Boat trip from Chiang Rai along Chiang Mai airport where your included On the way to Lop Buri, visit Phra Prang the Kok River, on the way visit hill tribes itinerary finishes. (Return transportation Sam Yot and San Phra Kan Monkey village. Arrive at Phatai approximate to Bangkok is not included). Temple. Lunch at local restaurant in 10:00 hrs and then continue to Thaton, Chainat. Dinner and overnight at then on to Chiang Mai one of the most Amarin Lagoon. beautiful cities of Thailand. Lunch at local restaurant. 14.00 Visit Home
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34 THAILAND NORTHERN THAILAND 5 STAR • Freeform outdoorpool,tenniscourts • An appealingandthoughtfully HOTEL FACILITIES: • Special touchessuchaslocal • Guest roomsarecosywithplentyof GUEST ROOMS: galleries. temples,shopsandart awe-inspiring adventure excursionsandthecity’s fascinating museums,culturalcentres, and enjoyscloseproximityto from ChiangMaiInternationalAirport setting, itisamere10minutedrive comfort. Situatedinalushgarden and décorwithanemphasison contemporary NorthernThaidesign is a"CityResort"whichreflects city ofChiangMai,Shangri-La Hotel bustling centreoftheculturallyrich Conveniently locatedwithinthe healing principles. treatments usingtraditionalAsian suites andadiversemenuof CHI, TheSpaofferslargeprivatespa and afullyequippedFitness Centre. venues designedtosuitalltastes. international cuisinesinavarietyof conceived rangeofThaiand and charm. distinctive ChiangMaipersonality and artworkgiveguestroomsa Celadon teasets,Thaisilkpillows also available. relaxation. HorizonClubroomsare are idealforquietmomentsof rooms alsofeaturedaybeds,which beds andmoodlighting. Premier throw pillows,comfortableShangri-La CHIANG MAI HOTEL, SHANGRI-LA Kad Kafe. Valid 01Apr-31Oct14. receive onebuffetdinnerfor2at SPECIAL OFFER: • World-class ThaiandInternational • Traditional Asiantherapies atChi, • Lush gardensetting • Luxuriously appointed rooms HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS dining inachoiceoflocations The Spa Stay 3nightsand A omfo 7prnight. per £7 from Room on confirmed be will Apr Prices 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin esn 9Dec 29 season: 1Nov 01 DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll ’ HNR-AHTL HAGMAI CHIANG HOTEL, SHANGRI-LA 4-2 Dec 28 - 14 TYN NADLX ROOM DELUXE A IN STAYING NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON ’ 4-0 Jan 02 - 14 ’ 4 3Jan 03 14, ’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ’ 5 omUgae Premier Upgrade: Room 15. ‘ from ’ 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 ’ e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 ’ 4 i season: Mid 14, £64 £55 £78 Premier Room ’ 5 High 15, GM_FE_1415_DEC_035.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:35 Page 35 NORTHERN THAILAND THAILAND
5 STAR THE CHEDI, CHIANG MAI On the banks of the renowned Mae Ping River, within walking distance of the night market in central Chiang Mai, The Chedi’s nostalgic appeal, stylish amenities and discreet service are geared to discerning guests looking for gracious hospitality. Elegant fittings, Asian art pieces and teak and terrazzo flooring combine to convey an air of reserved urban sophistication.
GUEST ROOMS: • The 52 Deluxe rooms and 32 The Chedi Club Suites face towards the landscaped courtyard areas and towards the river. • Amenities include air-conditioning, broadband Wi-Fi, minibar, safe, satellite TV and telephone. • The Club Suites include breakfast,
airport transfers and club amenities, Club Suite are twice the size of the Deluxe Rooms with large sitting and dining areas and have spacious open THE CHEDI CHIANG MAI SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 3 nights and balconies with comfortable day beds. receive discounted rates. Valid 16 STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS Apr - 30 Jun 14 & 1 - 30 Sep 14. HOTEL FACILITIES: 1 NIGHT • The Restaurant serves traditional Stay 5 nights and receive discounted Northern Thai specialities, Pacific Rim rates. Valid 01 Nov - 23 Dec 14 & ADULT LOW FROM £86 cuisine and innovative Asian dishes, 06 Jan - 31 Mar 15. ADULT MID FROM £102 together with an extensive wine list. ADULT HIGH FROM £147 The Lobby Lounge serves light snacks All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on and afternoon tea. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: The Terrace Bar and Cigar Lounge 01 Nov ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, 06 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High offer cocktails and refreshments. • Oasis in the heart of the city season: 24 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Chedi Club Suite from £40 per night. Board Upgrade: Half Board from • Swimming pool, fitness centre, library • Stylish design and discreet service £49 per night. Full Board from £89 per night. and boutique. • Beautiful spa • Riverside location
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3 STAR CENTARA Dynasty Club Level include evening CENTARA DUANGTAWAN HOTEL CHIANG MAI cocktails and all day tea and coffee STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM DELUXE DUANGTAWAN service. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS HOTEL 1 NIGHT HOTEL FACILITIES: CHIANG MAI • Three restaurants and three bars ADULT LOW FROM £21 ADULT MID FROM £23 With 24 floors, this hotel is one of the serve a selection of Chinese, Thai and international dishes in stylish yet ADULT HIGH FROM £31 tallest and most impressive buildings informal surroundings. in the city, offering striking views All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin • Outdoor swimming pool with sun share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. THAILAND across the cityscape. Located right in Low season: 16 Apr ’14 - 28 Dec ’14, Mid season: 04 Jan ’14 - terrace, fitness centre, Jacuzzi, sauna 15 Apr ’14, 04 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - the heart of Chiang Mai in the bustle and steam room and jogging track. 03 Jan ’14, 29 Dec ’14 - 03 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £5 per night. Board Upgrade: Half board from £12 and life of the famous Night Bazaar • Spa Cenvaree. per night. Full Board from £20 per night. area, there are many shops, bars and restaurants nearby. Ancient temples BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 2 nights and the old walled city are just a few and receive 1 further bonus night minutes walk away. (compulsory breakfast payable on bonus nights). Valid 16 Apr 13 - 31 GUEST ROOMS: Oct 14. • All rooms feature air-conditioning, minibar, hairdryer, separate shower EARLYBIRD: Book by 31 Mar 14 and bath and satellite TV. and receive discounted rates. Valid • Higher-grade rooms such as the 16 Apr - 31 Oct 14.
3 STAR MERCURE HOTEL FACILITIES: MERCURE CHIANG MAI • All-day dining at Citrus, featuring STAYING IN A STANDARD ROOM CHIANG MAI international buffets, plus one ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS morning and one afternoon/evening Just ten minutes from the airport, in 1 NIGHT lounge. the centre of Chiang Mai, the Mercure • Further amenities include outdoor ADULT LOW FROM £16 Chiang Mai is a comfortable and pool, WiFi, laundry service, concierge ADULT HIGH FROM £20 convenient choice. Classic rooms, service and currency exchange. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on coupled with excellent dining choices twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, High season: in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere 01 Nov ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Superior Room and extravagant service ensure a FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 2 nights from £5 per night. pleasant and memorable stay. and receive 1 further night free. Valid 05 Jan - 20 Dec 14. GUEST ROOMS: • Rooms are bright and well equipped, in cool earthy colours. HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS • Features include air-conditioning, TV, • Great value in a convenient location WiFi, telephone, coffee and tea making facilities, minibar and in- • Good choice of cuisine at a range room safe. of restaurants and bars • Excellent Thai service and hospitality
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Grand Deluxe Studio Twin
player, stereo, minibar, in-room safe 4 STAR THE LEGEND BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 2 nights and patio. Deluxe Studios have river CHIANG RAI or pool views. Grand Deluxe Studios and receive 1 further night free
(compulsory breakfast payable on THAILAND In a secluded yet still convenient have a sitting area, terrace and a bonus nights). Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct setting along the Mae Kok River, semi-tropical outdoor bathroom. 14. amidst rain trees and lush vegetation, HOTEL FACILITIES: the Legend Chiang Rai Resort takes • Enjoy fine dining in a casual yet Northern Thai design as its inspiration elegant setting at The Riverside and combines it with modern Terrace, while the more intimate Ou conveniences to offer a beautiful, Kao Classic Thai Restaurant serves calming retreat, with excellent authentic Thai cuisine, relax in the THE LEGEND BOUTIQUE RIVER RESORT & SPA facilities, peaceful accommodation Suan Chainam BBQ Restaurant and Beer Garden, directly on the Mae Kik STAYING IN A SUPERIOR STUDIO and attentive service. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS River. GUEST ROOMS: • Infinity swimming pool. 1 NIGHT • With contemporary Lanna-style • The Chiang Saen Spa utilises ancient ADULT LOW FROM £45 architecture, accommodation is in remedies for traditional total wellness ADULT MID FROM £56 one or two-storey buildings, with cool treatments with an holistic approach ADULT HIGH FROM £69 breezy bedrooms, open-sala living with both indoor and outdoor All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on areas and outdoor semi-tropical treatment rooms. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on • Other facilities include outdoor enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: bathrooms. 01 Nov ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, 03 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High • Superior Studios have air activity programmes and an Internet season: 24 Dec ’14 - 02 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe lounge. Studio from £8 per night. Board Upgrades: Half Board from conditioning, satellite television, DVD £17 per night. Full Board from £28 per night.
DAY 1: Chiang Mai DAY 3: Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai CHIANG MAI TO CHIANG On arrival in Chiang Mai, transfer to Visit the Elephant Training Camp; see RAI TOUR the Chiang Mai Plaza hotel for two their skills and even have a chance to nights. In the afternoon, a tour takes ride one (optional elephant ride is DURATION: 4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS you to the city, to explore the temples of available). After lunch, board a long tail DEPARTS: DAILY Wat Suan Dok, Wat Phra Sing, Wat boat to Chiang Rai, passing the local Chedi Luang, Wat Ched Yod and Wat villages of Muser and Karen hill tribes. PRICE FROM £521 PER PERSON Chiang Man. Later in the afternoon, cruise back to Chiang Rai boat landing which is a just Tour Includes: DAY 2: Chiang Mai a short transfer to the Dusit Island • Airport transfers. In the morning, visit the sacred temple • 3 nights accommodation. Resort where you will stay overnight. • 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner. of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, situated • Sightseeing and excursions as indicated. on a hill overlooking the city, and where DAY 4: Chiang Rai • English-speaking guide. the much-revered Buddhist relic is Breakfast at the hotel, before exploring
Please note: price from £521 is valid on selected contained. Then admire a myriad of the local hill tribes villages, the small departure dates between 01 Apr - 31 Oct 2014. local handicrafts at the cottage industry trading town of Mae Sai, the ancient However this tour/excursion is available all year villages of Bo Sang and San Chiang Saen city and the exact spot round (unless specified). Prices may vary. Please ask for details. Kamphaeng. In the evening, savour a where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar delectable Northern Thai Khantoke meet, known as the Golden Triangle. Dinner accompanied by traditional Lunch at the Imperial Golden Triangle shows and performances of the hill Resort, then transfer back to Chiang Rai tribes villagers. Airport for your onward flight.
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PHUKET & KOH PHI PHI White sandy beaches and lush tropical forest combined with plentiful entertainment make Phuket a popular holiday destination for everyone. Koh
THAILAND Phi Phi is set in a magnificent bay with a curving white sand beach. With no roads and a jungle-like terrain, you really feel like you’ve escaped to a tropical paradise.
GETTING AROUND
ANDAMAN Local tuk-tuks and taxis are easy to come by and many hotels operate SEA shuttle buses to Phuket Town and other beaches. There are no roads on Airport Banyan Tree Holiday Inn Mai Khao Beach Koh Phi Phi so most transportation is by long-tail boat. Angsana Laguna Indigo Pearl Phuket Best Western Premier DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… Bangtao Beach PHUKET Dusit Thani PHUKET • Seeing the sun set from Laem Phromthep on the very southern tip of Laguna Phuket Laguna SEA the island. Merlin Beach Resort • A day trip to the fabulous Phi Phi Islands; a real tropical paradise. • Kayaking amongst the islands and rocky outcrops of spectacular Patong Amari Coral Beach Resort Seaview Patong PhangNga Bay. Holiday Inn Phuket Town Resort Phuket • Experiencing the hectic nightlife on Patong Beach, with its bars Centara Karon Resort Karon KOH PHI PHI Centara Grand Avista Kata and clubs. Beach Resort Panwa Cape Panwa Katathani LOCAL LOWDOWN There are no metered taxis in Phuket. It's a good idea to negotiate the fare in advance. FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 13 Hours via Bangkok GMT: +7 Hours GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL: CURRENCY: Thai Baht Shared transfers from Phuket Airport take between 20 minutes and 1 CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the hour and cost from £23 per person return. Private transfers are also Essential Information pages at the back of this available from £17 extra per person return (min 2 people). Boat transfers brochure. to Koh Phi Phi depart from Phuket's Ao Po Grand Marina or Rassada pier and take approximately 90 minutes. Please ask your consultant for details. PHUKET TOURS
PHANG NGA BAY BY PHI PHI TOUR BY JET CRUISE PHUKET ISLAND TOUR SEA CAVE CANOE The Phi Phi Islands lie a few hours This half day city tour features the Explore the rocky islets that make up from the south east of Phuket. On best of Phuket’s cultural and spectacular Phang Nga Bay. Many of uninhabited Phi Phi Le visit the architectural heritage. You will drive these small islands are doughnut location for the movie "The Beach", around Phuket town and admire its shaped with hollow interiors called beautiful Maya Bay. On Phi Phi Don, historic buildings in Sino-Portuguese ‘hongs’ (rooms). At low tide, you can we explore quieter locations like Nui, style, built in late 19th-century. See gain access to these islands’ interiors Loh Samah and Loh Dalam Bays. the tin and rubber barons, an by using flat-bottomed kayaks or Beautiful white sandy beaches with aquarium full of Andaman Sea canoes. A marvellous adventure all swaying coconut palms lapped by wildlife and Wat Chalong, the most the family will enjoy. crystal clear waters...paradise. revered temple on the island. Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £75 Price from: Adult £76 Price from: Adult £27
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5 STAR DUSIT THANI LAGUNA PHUKET With its traditional architecture, tropical gardens and unique position, flanked by two lagoons and opening onto white sands, the Dusit Thani Laguna feels exotic and highly indulgent. A member of Preferred Hotel Group, it prides itself on providing exceptional service and facilities that complement the stunning surroundings.
GUEST ROOMS: • Extra spacious Landmark Suites have private balconies with views of either the ocean or the lagoon. • Five-star amenities, including satellite TV, IDD telephones, minibar and safe are provided as well as WiFi access in guest rooms and public areas. • Dusit Club Rooms are extremely spacious, have a large patio just steps from the beach and include daily breakfast, afternoon tea and complimentary evening drinks in the EARLYBIRD: Book at least 30 days DUSIT THANI LAGUNA PHUKET Horizon Lounge. prior to arrival and receive STAYING IN A DELUXE LAGOON VIEW ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS • Luxurious Dusit Thani Pool Villas offer discounted rates. Valid 16 Apr - 31 two bedrooms, spectacular living Oct 14. 1 NIGHT space and a private rooftop pool. ADULT LOW FROM £48 EARLYBIRD: Book at least 45 days ADULT MID FROM £98 HOTEL FACILITIES: prior to arrival and receive • An exotic choice of venues, including discounted rates. Valid 01 Nov - 24 ADULT HIGH FROM £195 Thai, Italian and speciality seafood, is All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on Dec 14 & 11 Jan - 31 Mar 15. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on complemented by faultless service. enquiry. Low season: 16 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: • Facilities include water sports, 01 Nov ’14 - 24 Dec ’14, High season: 25 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Sea View Room from £7 swimming pool, fitness centre and per night. Deluxe Ocean Front from £14 per night. Dusit Club Room from £42 per night. Board Upgrade: Half Board from games room. £32 per night. • Angsana Spa. • Two tennis courts plus a tennis pro. • Pitch-and-putt golf. • Family friendly resort with extensive kids’ activities and facilities including Busy Bee Kids’ Club.
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5 STAR ANGSANA • All rooms feature air-conditioning, ANGSANA LAGUNA PHUKET satellite TV, telephone, minibar and STAYING IN A LAGUNA ROOM LAGUNA tea and coffee making facilities. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS PHUKET 1 NIGHT HOTEL FACILITIES: Bang Tao Bay, with its white sands, • A superlative array of dining options ADULT LOW FROM £50 calm waters and views of the includes Baan Talay offering authentic ADULT MID FROM £77 mountains beyond is an idyllic Thai seafood, Bodega & Grill offering ADULT HIGH FROM £202 location. On this beautiful stretch of premium steaks and stylish XANA All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on Beach Club. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on
THAILAND beach sits the Angsana Laguna enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: • The award winning Angsana Spa. ’ ’ ’ ’ Phuket, just 20 minutes from the 01 Nov 14 - 24 Dec 14, 15 Jan 15 - 31 Mar 15, High • Championship golf course, tennis season: 25 Dec ’14 - 14 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Laguna airport. With magnificent villas, court, 323 metre free form swimming Grand Room from £15 per night. beautiful bedrooms and luxurious pool & complimentary water sports. facilities at your disposal, the resort • The Tree House Kids’ Club. captivates the minds of even the most discerning travellers. EARLYBIRD: Book at least 30 days GUEST ROOMS: prior to arrival and receive • Luxuriously appointed rooms have discounted rates. Valid 01 May - 24 views over the ocean, garden, pool Dec 14. Book at least 45 days prior or lagoon and some have direct to arrival and receive discounted access to the pool. rates. Valid 15 Jan - 31 Mar 15.
5 STAR BANYAN TREE • Two Bedroom Pool Villas are more BANYAN TREE PHUKET spacious, offering a second bedroom STAYING IN A DELUXE VILLA PHUKET with twin beds and private bathroom. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS • Deluxe Two Bedroom Pool Villas are One of Asia’s most spectacular spa 1 NIGHT luxuriously furnished and are perfect resorts, this hotel sits amid verdant for family holidays or a group of ADULT LOW FROM £128 gardens next to the white sands of friends. ADULT MID FROM £193 Bang Tao Bay. Its architecture and ADULT HIGH FROM £521
décor reflect Thailand’s rich culture, HOTEL FACILITIES: All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on creating a truly stunning and unique • The Banyan Tree Phuket’s master twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: place to stay. Banyan Tree Phuket is chefs create exquisite Asian and 01 Nov ’14 - 26 Dec ’14, 15 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High international dishes, from the season: 27 Dec ’14 - 14 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Pool Villa one of eight resorts that make up from £50 per night. Laguna Phuket, Asia’s first fully traditional to the imaginative, served integrated resort, set on a beautiful in elegant surroundings. • When dining at other hotels within 600 acre site, and guests are invited Laguna Phuket, bills can be charged to use the facilities of each hotel. to your Banyan Tree account. • Banyan Tree Spa offers a full range of GUEST ROOMS: Asian inspired treatments. • Each villa has its own garden and raised king-size bed. EARLYBIRD: Book at least 30 days • Deluxe Villas offer private jet pool or Jacuzzi. prior to arrival and receive • Pool Villas feature a private swimming discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 26 pool flanked by fragrant gardens and Dec 14 & 01 - 31 Mar 15. a Thai sala. 40 GM_FE_1415_DEC_041.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:30 Page 41 PHUKET & KOH PHI
D-Buk Suite
facilities, hairdryer and an expansive 5 STAR INDIGO PEARL FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights terrace with outdoor soaking tub. D- Buk Suites and Pool Pavilions are also and receive 1 further night free. Pay On an island of stunning rainforest available. for 5 nights and receive 2 further THAILAND and tropical breeze, the Indigo Pearl nights free. Pay for 6 nights and is a luxurious resort, where history HOTEL FACILITIES: receive 3 further nights free. Valid meets modern times, amidst rough • Dine on the lagoon with amazing 23 Apr - 31 Oct 14. Thai delicacies in a delightful setting timbers and polished metals, FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 6 nights in Black Ginger, international cuisine surrounded by the blue ocean, its and receive 1 further night free. orange and red tones shining against in Rivet Grill & Rebar, dining al fresco style in Tin Mine or beach dining in Valid 01 Nov - 25 Dec 14. the sun-tipped beaches. Côtômer. INDIGO PEARL • Other features include Underground GUEST ROOMS: STAYING IN A PREMIUM PEARL BED SUITE • Guest suites are havens of peace and Cafe situated next to the main pool, two bars, three swimming pools, ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS tranquillity, with cool stone floors, 1 NIGHT mid-tone woods and open spaces fitness centre, spa, two floodlit tennis bathed in a soft warm light. Locally courts and children's club. ADULT LOW FROM £68 crafted furniture is coupled with ADULT MID FROM £135 original artwork. ADULT HIGH FROM £250 • Other features include air- All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on conditioning, satellite television, twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 23 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: minibar, safe, tea and coffee making 01 Nov ’14 - 25 Dec ’14, High season: 26 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: D-Buk Suite from £32 per night. Pool Pavilion from £57 per night. Board Upgrade: Half Board from £31 per night.
4 STAR HOLIDAY INN facilities, in-room safe, free Wi-Fi and HOLIDAY INN RESORT MAI KHAO bathroom with walk-in rain shower. STAYING IN A DELUXE GARDEN VIEW ROOM RESORT MAI ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS HOTEL FACILITIES: KHAO 1 NIGHT • Pesto beachfront restaurant, Js all-day Part of the well-known Holiday Inn dining including Thai and seafood ADULT LOW FROM £37 chain this hotel prides itself on award- specials, deli and swim-up pool bar. ADULT MID FROM £50 winning service and an extensive • Large infinity swimming pool, ADULT HIGH FROM £106 range of amenities. Set in lush, children's pool, Tea Tre Spa, fitness All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on centre, kids' club, activity zone, yoga twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on landscaped gardens on unspoilt Mai enquiry. Low season: 16 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: and cooking classes. ’ ’ ’ Khao Beach a romantic environment 01 Nov 14 - 19 Dec 14, High season: 20 Dec 14 - • Daily shuttle service to Phuket 07 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Terrace from £11 per and serene atmosphere prevails. shopping centre and Patong Beach. night. Deluxe Pool Access from £15 per night. Indulge in a blissful beauty treatment in a private villa while children are entertained in the club.
GUEST ROOMS: EARLYBIRD: Book at least 30 days • Each room has a spacious balcony prior to arrival and receive special with double sliding doors and a discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 31 comfy daybed and the latest Oct 14. Book at least 60 days prior technology. to arrival and receive special • Deluxe Rooms feature flat-screen TV, discounted rates. Valid 01 Jan - 31 DVD player, iPod docking station, Mar 14 & 01 Nov 14 - 31 Mar 15. mini-fridge, tea and coffee making
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42 THAILAND PHUKET & KOH PHI PHI 4 STAR • ElegantandchicCapeSpa. • Bus servicetoPhuketTown and • Two swimmingpools,various water Barhasaregularpianist • Otter’s • Wide rangeofrestaurantsincludes HOTEL FACILITIES: • Brand newsuites,strikingtheperfect • Air-conditioning, telephone,safe, • Suites havealargesea-facing GUEST ROOMS: reach ofadventure. if youwantpeaceandquietwithin theperfectspot spectacular views.It’s the popularCapePanwa Hotelhas on thehillside,overlookingocean, flanked bytoweringpalms.Nestled a secludedandshelteredbeach, Cape Panwa, adelightfulhavenwith tipofPhuketlies At thesouth-eastern Patong beachforasmallcharge. windsurfing, fitnessroomand spa. and sports includingscuba-diving popular pubwithliveband. playing andTheLightHouseisa seafood barbecue. an Italianrestaurantandoutdoor Reef, specialisinginFrench cuisine, which serveThaidishes,Top ofthe Café AndamanandPanwa House, unwind andrelaxin. offer agenerousamountofspaceto comfort andmodernresortlifestyle, balance betweenstateoftheart slippers. making facilities,bathrobeand CD/DVD player, teaandcoffee minibar, hairdryer, satelliteTV, and theoceanbeyond. balcony overlookinglushvegetation HOTEL CAPE PANWA Suite. Junior Suite,CapeSuiteandFamily Dec 14&11Jan-31Mar15in bonus nights).Valid 01Nov-19 (compulsory breakfastpayableon and receiveonefurthernight PayBONUS NIGHTS: for3nights Family Suite. 14 inJuniorSuite,CapeSuiteand bonus nights).Valid 16Apr-31Oct (compulsory breakfastpayableon and receiveupto4furthernights PayBONUS NIGHTS: for4nights ut rm£1prngt aeSiefo 4 e night. per Board £44 Half from Upgrade: night. Board Suite per night. £20 Cape per from £68 night. from per Suite Family £21 from Suite Jan 10 A wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be Nov will Apr Prices 01 16 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin Cape Suite DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll ’ 4 0Dec 20 14, ’ 4-1 Dec 19 - 14 TYN NASPRO ROOM SUPERIOR A IN STAYING NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON ’ 4-1 Jan 10 - 14 AEPANWA CAPE ’ 4 ihsao:0 Jan 01 season: High 14, ’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ‘ from ’ 5 omUgae Junior Upgrade: Room 15. ’ e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 ’ 4 i season: Mid 14, £41 £68 £48 ’ 4- 14 GM_FE_1415_DEC_043.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:30 Page 43 PHUKET & KOH PHI THAILAND
5 STAR CENTARA GRAND BEACH RESORT PHUKET A five-star beach resort set on the perfect sandy beach on the glittering Andaman Sea with a backdrop of Thailand’s lush tropical forest. The Centara Grand promises serenity and quality in all of its services and amenities. Sino-Portuguese style, comfortable and modern accommodation as well as renowned Premium Deluxe Ocean Facing Room world-class service, the Centara Grand is, without a doubt, a truly special Phuket retreat.
GUEST ROOMS: • 262 deluxe rooms, suites and villas all with a private balcony or terrace and sea view. • Spa Rooms, Pool Suites and Villas all feature either a private whirlpool or plunge pool.
HOTEL FACILITIES: • The Cove on the beachfront serves a range of International and Asian BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 or CENTARA GRAND BEACH RESORT PHUKET dishes and Mare serves Italian cuisine more nights and receive up to the STAYING IN A DELUXE OCEAN FACING ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS overlooking the beach. same number of extra bonus nights • Four bars including the Beachcomber (compulsory breakfast payable on 1 NIGHT Club, Splash swim-up bar, bonus nights). Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct ADULT LOW FROM £98 Ripplespoolside bar, Luna on the 14. ADULT MID FROM £107 Mare rooftop and Lobby Lounge for ADULT HIGH FROM £184 cocktails and daytime refreshments. BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on • Guests can enjoy four swimming and receive up to 2 extra bonus twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on pools, waterslides and a lazy river. nights (compulsory breakfast enquiry. Low season: 01 Mar ’14 - 24 Dec ’14, Mid season: 07 Jan ’14 - 28 Feb ’14, 07 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High There is also a children’s pool and payable on bonus nights). Valid 01 season: 25 Dec ’14 - 06 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Premium club. Deluxe Ocean Facing Room from £11 per night. Spa Deluxe Nov - 24 Dec 14 & 1 - 31 Mar 15. Ocean Facing from £4 per night. Deluxe Pool Suite from £22 • Fitness Center, tennis courts and the per night. Board Upgrade: Half Board from £28 per night. award-winning Spa Cenvaree offering EARLYBIRD: Book by 31 Mar 14 a full range of treatments. and receive special discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. Book by 31 Oct 14 and receive special discounted rates. Valid 01 Nov - 24 Dec 14.
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44 THAILAND PHUKET & KOH PHI PHI 4 STAR • Spa Cenvareeoffering fullrangeof • Sports centrewithmany activities • Threemagnificentlandscaped pools. • A rangeofoptionsareavailableat HOTEL FACILITIES: • Premium DeluxeRooms include • Pool Cabanasareextremelyspacious • Lagoon DeluxeRooms havethe • Superior Terrace roomsare • Comfort isassuredwithensuite • Tastefully decoratedina GUEST ROOMS: accommodation ontheisland. provides someofthebestvalue separate butintegratedbuildingsand sands. Theresortincorporatesthree stunning stretchofdazzlingwhite minute walkfromthebeach,withits attractions aswellbeingjustafive ideally situatedforallthelocal In theheartofKaron, thishotelis treatments. and afullyequippedgymnasium. including twofloodlittenniscourts light snackstoformaldinners. the hotel’srestaurants,rangingfrom cocktails. the ClubLounge and nightly exclusive privilegessuchasaccessto evening cocktails. plunge poolpluscomplimentary and offeraprivateterracewith children. accommodate twoadultsand added benefitofbeingableto available. terrace. OceanViewRooms are comfortably furnishedandoffera telephone. minibar, hairdryer, safeand facilities, air-conditioning, satelliteTV, suites haveaprivatebalcony. contemporary Thaistyle,roomsand RESORT KARON CENTARA One BedroomPool Cabana 01 Nov-24Dec14. receive specialdiscountedrates.Valid EARLYBIRD: Valid 01Apr-31Oct14. and receivespecialdiscountedrates. EARLYBIRD: Valid 01Apr-31Oct14. breakfast payableonbonusnights). of extrabonusnights(compulsory nights receiveuptothesamenumber BONUS NIGHTS: • Kids'Club • CentralKaron Beachlocation • Wide rangeofaccommodation • Superbvalue HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Book by31Oct14and Book by31Mar14 Pay for4ormore hr,adaeagieol.Pie ilb ofre nenquiry. on confirmed Apr be will 01 Prices season: only. Low guide a are and share, A ih.1BdomPiaePo aaafo 4 e night. per £42 night. per from £19 Cabana from Board Pool Family Half per Deluxe Private Upgrade: £18 night. from Board Bedroom Room per Deluxe 1 £7 Premium night. night. from per Room £12 from Deluxe Studio night. per £4 6Jan 06 Mar 31 Mar 31 DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll ’ ’ 5 omUgae ueirOenVe omfrom Room View Ocean Superior Upgrade: Room 15. 5 ihsao:0 Jan 01 season: High 15, ’ 4 1Nov 01 14, TYN NASPRO ROOM SUPERIOR A IN STAYING NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON ETR AO RESORT KARON CENTARA ’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ’ 4-2 Dec 24 - 14 ‘ from’ ’ 4 i esn 1Mar 01 season: Mid 14, ’ 4-0 Jan 06 - 14 e esn ae ntwin on based person, per ’ 4 1Mar 01 14, NIGHT 1 ’ £31 £80 £37 4 5Dec 25 14, ’ 5- 15 ’ ’ 4- 14 4- 14 GM_FE_1415_DEC_045.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:42 Page 45 PHUKET & KOH PHI
Deluxe Room
4 STAR AVISTA KATA DVD player, multi-media panel and AVISTA KATA plush bathrobes. STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM One of the most stylish hotels in ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS HOTEL FACILITIES: THAILAND Phuket, the Avista Kata is a beautiful 1 NIGHT example of architecture co-existing • Rejuve Spa and wellness centre ADULT LOW FROM £45 with its natural surroundings. Just five offering a range of traditional ADULT MID FROM £59 minutes from Kata Beach, this is a massage, heat therapies and herbal treatments. ADULT HIGH FROM £84 great choice in a beautiful setting. • En Vogue Restaurant, an authentic Luxurious accommodation, excellent All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin and unique dining experience, with share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. amenities and a tranquil, relaxing Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: 01 Nov ’14 Western and Asian fusion cuisine, - 21 Dec ’14, High season: 22 Dec ’14 - 20 Jan ’15. Room atmosphere are sure to make this a plus international cuisine and Upgrade: Grand Deluxe Room from £12 per night. great favourite. barbecue dishes. • Other amenities include two GUEST ROOMS: swimming pools, a pool bar, Kids’ • Spacious and welcoming, rooms are club, fitness centre, tour desk, library designed for maximum comfort with and shuttle service. quality bed linens and natural light, with views of the pool or tropical FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights surroundings. and receive 1 further night free or • Deluxe Rooms feature well-stocked pay for 5 nights and receive up to 2 mini bar, refrigerator, coffee-making further nights free. Valid 01 Apr - 31 facilities, wireless Internet, LCD TV, Oct 14.
Deluxe Room
4 STAR KATATHANI • Rooms have been recently KATATHANI remodelled and feature a Thai design STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM DELUXE with a contemporary twist. Deluxe ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS Rooms in the Bhuri Wing take their A large resort with lots of amenities, 1 NIGHT inspiration from the surrounding whose quiet location, attractive natural elements, with cool, crisp ADULT LOW FROM £64 natural scenery and quality facilities white linens softened by soft colours. ADULT MID FROM £85 are ideal for couples in search of a ADULT HIGH FROM £150
heavenly escape. The children's club HOTEL FACILITIES: All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on and great beach also make this a • Excellent dining options in the six twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: particularly good resort for families. restaurants, ranging from fine dining 01 Nov ’14 - 21 Dec ’14, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - to beachside grill. 10 Jan ’14, 22 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Junior Guests can enjoy chic, shady interiors Suite from £14 per night. Board Upgrade: Half Board from and beautifully designed grounds with • Six nature-inspired pools provide £21 per night. a backdrop of the tropical hillsides perfect swimming opportunities, alongside two fitness centres, tennis and azure sea of Thailand. courts, petanque and a library, plus a GUEST ROOMS: Kids’ Club for younger guests. • 479 low-rise rooms and suites, all • Exclusive Beach Club with relaxing with balconies or terraces with whirlpool and covered lounge. beautiful views over the ocean, pools BONUS NIGHTS: Stay 10 nights or the lush gardens. The luxury Thani wing sits right upon the beachfront, and only pay for 5 (compulsory while the superior Bhuri wing nestles breakfast on bonus nights). Valid 01 in the gardens. Apr - 31 Oct 14.
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• Deluxe rooms (sleeping two adults 4 STAR MERLIN BEACH BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 or and two children) have similar DELUXE RESORT facilities and are larger. Deluxe Pool more nights and receive the same Access rooms have direct access to number of bonus nights (compulsory Set amid flourishing tropical gardens the pool (no children under 12 breakfast payable on bonus nights). and luscious coconut palms on a allowed in these rooms). Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. private stretch of platinum-coloured sand, the Merlin Beach Resort is a HOTEL FEATURES: romantic paradise of peace and quiet • Six restaurants and bars include La in luxurious surroundings. Tucked Gondala Italian restaurant, Chang THAILAND away in its own corner of heaven Thai serving authentic Thai guests have the opportunity to take specialities, At Sea Mediterranean / MERLIN BEACH RESORT pleasure in three beautifully designed Asian fusion seafood, Café del Mar STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS swimming pools, a superb array of and Zea bar. • Three swimming pools, other activities relaxation and pampering treatments 1 NIGHT including fitness centre, tennis court, ADULT LOW FROM £53 at the spa and a versatile choice of water polo, table tennis and diving. restaurants to enjoy. • Free WiFi in lobby. ADULT MID FROM £63 • Children's pool with water slide, kid's ADULT HIGH FROM £77 GUEST ROOMS: club, playground and courtesy bus All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on • Superior rooms feature air- twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on service to Patong Beach. enquiry. Low season: 16 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, 21 Jan ’14 - 15 Apr ’14, 01 Nov ’14 - 20 Dec ’14, 21 Jan ’15 safe, Internet access via TV and - 15 Apr ’15, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - 20 Jan ’14, 21 Dec ’14 - 20 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from balcony with views over the pool. £5 per night. Pool Access from £39 per night.
Deluxe Room
4 STAR AMARI CORAL • Superior rooms also feature air- AMARI CORAL BEACH PHUKET conditioning, tea and coffee making STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM BEACH, facilities, satellite TV, minibar, DVD ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS player and Internet access. PHUKET 1 NIGHT The Amari Coral Beach Phuket nestles HOTEL FACILITIES: ADULT LOW FROM £54 into a hillside with beautiful views • Five restaurant and bars provide ADULT MID FROM £60 over Patong Bay, away from the delightful dining options to enjoy. For ADULT HIGH FROM £117 busier tourist area. Serenely situated an amazing experience, try The Jetty All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on for an overwater dining delight. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on on a secluded private beach, the enquiry. Low season: 16 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: • Breeze spa is perfectly located on the ’ ’ ’ dining options are excellent, with a 01 Nov 14 - 25 Dec 14, High season: 26 Dec 14 - tropical hillside, complete with open- 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £22 per night. wide variety of choice and delightful air salas to envelop you totally in Board Upgrade: Half Board from £33 per night. settings, including amazing overwater nature’s relaxation charms. dining. The spa is the ultimate in relaxation and the lush foliage BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights around the grounds creates a and receive up to 3 further bonus secluded and romantic haven. nights (compulsory breakfast payable on bonus nights). Valid 16 GUEST ROOMS: Apr - 31 Oct 14. • All guest rooms and suites are characterful, with bold bright colour SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 8 nights and accents and mid-wooden furniture. receive one free dinner for 2. Valid Superior rooms offer balconies with 01 Nov - 20 Dec 14. wonderful views out over the sea. 46 GM_FE_1415_DEC_047.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:35 Page 47 PHUKET & KOH PHI THAILAND
4 STAR HOLIDAY INN RESORT PHUKET A lively holiday is guaranteed at the Holiday Inn. Situated opposite the popular Patong Beach, the hotel is within walking distance of the heart of Phuket’s busiest resort. Entertainment and activities are all around, or a taxi can whisk you away to one of the many quiet and secluded beaches nearby.
GUEST ROOMS: • Rooms are situated in either the Original Wing or the Busakorn Wing, each with its own reception and pools. Facilities include free Internet, tea and coffee making facilities, DVD player, satellite TV and refrigerator. • Specially designed Kids’ Suites are available for families with a dedicated children’s area decorated in a jungle style with bunk beds, TV and DVD Superior room player, Sony PlayStation and toy box.
HOTEL FACILITIES: FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights HOLIDAY INN RESORT PHUKET • Four dining venues with individual and receive 1 further night free. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS ambience; Sea Breeze Café & Valid 01 May - 31 Oct 14. Terrace, featuring themed buffets or à 1 NIGHT SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 7 nights and la carte selections, Sam’s Steakhouse, ADULT LOW FROM £43 Terrazzo Italian, for fine dining and an recieve one free buffet dinner for 2. ADULT MID FROM £57 informal restaurant in the Busakorn Valid 01 May - 30 Jun 14. Wing, offering all-day dining with ADULT HIGH FROM £111 traditional Thai and international All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. dishes. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: 01 Mar ’14 - • Small health club and Aspara Spa HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS 31 Mar ’14, 01 Nov ’14 - 24 Dec ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - 10 Jan ’14, 25 Dec ’14 - with 16 treatment rooms. • On Patong Beach, close to shops 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Busakorn Studio from £16 per • Kids’ club. and restaurants night. Deluxe Pool View from £51 per night. • Extensive family facilities • Four great restaurants • Exclusive benefits at Busakom Wing
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48 THAILAND PHUKET & KOH PHI PHI 3 STAR 3 STAR • 141 roomsandsuites.Superior GUEST ROOMS break inthewonderfulThaiheat. lights arefun.Perfect foralazybeach long andnightsunderthepromenade getaway wheredaysonthebeachare Seaview Patong isidealforany Offering agoodrangeoffacilitiesthe offers theverybestofPhuket. of Thaibeach,theSeaviewPatong and justpacesfromautopianstretch restaurants, shopsandentertainment Well establishedamongstPatong's • Tastefully furnishedroomsallinclude GUEST ROOMS: all thecomfortyouwillrequire. break. Well-appointed roomsprovide quiet oracoupleonromantic be withfamilyseekingpeaceand for amemorbaleholidaywhetherit accommodation aretheingredients recreational amenitiesandspacious sea. First classservice,aplethora of overlooking theturquoiseAndaman hotel boastsasuperbsetting A beautiful,relaxinghideawaythis Superior Room have asmallsea-facingbalcony. room safeandhairdryer. Mostrooms coffee makingfacilities,fridge,in- Internet, satelliteTV, minibar, teaand with air-conditioning, wireless ortwinbeds rooms haveaking-size terrace orbalcony. facilities, hairdryerandfurnished mini-fridge, teaandcoffeemaking air conditioning, satelliteTV, minibar, BEACH BANGTAO BEST WESTERN PATONG HOTEL SEAVIEW PREMIER • Two outdoorswimmingpools,beauty • One restaurantandtwobarsoffering HOTEL FACILITIES • Deluxe roomsaresimilarbutonthe • Access towatersportsonbeach; • Two largeswimmingpools, children's • Two beachfrontrestaurants,one HOTEL FACILITIES: Nov -19Dec14. payable onbonusnights.)Valid 01 nights. (compulsorybreakfast and receiveupto4extrabonus BONUS NIGHTS: Valid 16Apr-31Oct14. breakfast payableonbonusnights.) of extrabonusnights.(compulsory nights andreceivethesamenumber BONUS NIGHTS: - 31Mar15. Valid 01Nov-22Dec14&16Jan receive upto2furthernightsfree. FREE NIGHTS 31 Oct14. of furthernightsfree.Valid 01Apr- nights andreceivethesamenumber FREE NIGHTS: and fitnesscentre. salon withmassageservice,steam terrace. sea viewalfrescodiningonthe separate sittingroom. ground floor. SeaviewSuiteshavea shuttle toPatong andPhukettown. table tennisandpooltable. swimming pool,spa,fitnessroom, lobby bar;swim-upbar. serving grilledseafoodspecialities; : Pay for5nightsand Pay for3to10 Pay for4to10 Pay for6nights omUgae eueRo rm£0prngt Board night. per night. £10 per £18 from from Board Room Half Deluxe Upgrade: Upgrade: Room esn 1Jan 01 season: 1Nov 01 2Dec 22 enquiry. on - confirmed Apr be 01 will Prices season: only. Low guide a are and share, A A prd:Dlx ieSaVe omfo 5prnight. per £5 from Room View Sea Side Deluxe Upgrade: wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be Jan will Apr Prices 11 16 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll ETWSENPEIRBNTOBEACH BANGTAO PREMIER WESTERN BEST ’ ’ 4-1 Dec 19 - 14 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ’ 4 ihsao:2 Dec 23 season: High 14, TYN NASPRO ROOM SUPERIOR A IN STAYING NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON TYN NADLX ROOM DELUXE A IN STAYING ’ 4-0 Jan 06 - 14 EVE PATONG SEAVIEW ’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 Deluxe SeaFacing Room ’ 4 1Jan 11 14, ’ 4 1Apr 01 14, ’ ’ ‘ 4 5Dec 25 14, 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 from’ ’ ‘ 4 i esn 1Nov 01 season: Mid 14, from e esn ae ntwin on based person, per ’ ’ 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 ’ 4-1 Jan 15 - 14 e esn ae on based person, per ’ 4-1 Apr 15 - 14 NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ ’ 4-0 Jan 06 - 14 4 i season: Mid 14, £64 £77 £48 £50 £36 £28 ’ ’ 5 Room 15. 5 High 15, ’ ’ 14, 15. ’ 14 GM_FE_1415_DEC_049.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:42 Page 49 PHUKET & KOH PHI PIH
4 STAR HOLIDAY INN HOTEL FACILITIES: HOLIDAY INN PHI PHI • Dining options include Tai Rom Prao STAYING IN A GARDEN BUNGALOW PHI PHI Restaurant with beautiful outdoor ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS extension and Cha Bah Restaurant, a THAILAND 1 NIGHT Nestled on the beach, this delightful beachfront setting with a range of resort is a romantic and relaxing cuisine. Enjoy a drink at Mongthalay ADULT LOW FROM £53 paradise for a quiet getaway. Some of Bar by the beach, or the romantic ADULT MID FROM £80 the finest diving in Thailand is on the Sunset Bar on the hilltop. ADULT HIGH FROM £107 doorstep and the PADI dive centre, • On-site amenities include a spa, two All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on swimming pools, dive centre, water twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on water sports and excursions make the enquiry. Low season: 16 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: sports centre and tennis. 01 Nov ’14 - 19 Dec ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High most of this idyllic location. season: 20 Dec ’14 - 20 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Superior GETTING THERE: To/from Phuket: Bungalow from £10 per night. GUEST ROOMS: Public ferry from Rassada Pier at • Accommodation is divided into two 08.30am, 1.30pm and 2.30pm, takes separate locations, the Bungalow approx 3 hours. Return ferry departs Wing and the Coral Wing. 07.00am and 1.00pm. • Garden Bungalows are surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens and offer large balcony, Wi-Fi, TV, DVD BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 3 nights player and tea/coffee making and receive 1 extra bonus night facilities. Superior Bungalows are (compulsory breakfast payable on closer to the beach. bonus nights). Valid 16 Apr - 31 Oct 14.
Deluxe Garden Bungalow
4 STAR OUTRIGGER breakfast and the Marlin Restaurant, OUTRIGGER PHI PHI ISLAND RESORT & SPA offering international cuisine. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM PHI PHI • 1000 square metre infinity pool. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS ISLAND 1 NIGHT GETTING THERE: RESORT & SPA To/From Phuket: Oct - May: Resort ADULT LOW FROM £68 ADULT MID FROM £93 In glorious colours, Phi Phi’s sheer boat transfers depart Ao Po Grand Marina at 11.30am and 4.00pm and ADULT HIGH FROM £162 cliffs soar from calm, clear seas. take approx 90 minutes. Return ‘ ’ Among this incredible scenery lies All prices and supplements are from per person, based on transfers depart at 8.30am and twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on Outrigger Phi Phi Island, flanked by enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: 2.00pm. 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, 01 Nov ’14 - 19 Dec ’14, 08 Jan ’15 towering coconut trees on the white Jul - Sep: Resort boat transfers depart - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 20 Dec ’14 - 07 Jan ’15. Room powdery beach of Loh Ba Gao bay. Ao Po Grand Marina at 1.30pm. Return Upgrade: Deluxe Garden Room from £5 per night. The resort consists of Thai-style transfers depart at 10.30am. bungalows set in charming gardens Jun: Ferry transfers depart Rassada Pier just a short stroll from the beach. at 8.30am and 1.30pm. Return ferries depart at 9am and 2.30pm. GUEST ROOMS: • Amenities include air-conditioning, terrace, satellite TV, tea and coffee FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 3 nights making facilities and minibar. and receive 1 further night free. Valid 01 May - 31 Oct 14. HOTEL FACILITIES: • Restaurants include the Dolphin Restaurant, serving American buffet 49 GM_FE_1415_DEC_050.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:38 Page 50 KHAO LAK & KHAO SOK LAK & KHAO KHAO
KHAO LAK & KHAO SOK Just 62 miles north of Phuket, Khao Lak is an area of gorgeous natural beaches and endless stretches of coastline. Inland, the national parks and
THAILAND rainforests of Khao Lak and Khao Sok are nearby while one of the world’s top ten dive sites, The Similan Islands are just an hour offshore.
GETTING AROUND Khao Sok Khao Lak National Park Getting to and from Khao Lak is easy with the transfer from Phuket taking approximately 1 hour. Once there, explore the THAILAND beaches on foot, discover amazing marine parks by boat and trek through the jungle by elephant.
DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… • Elephant trekking and canoeing in Khao Sok National Park or exploring the waterfalls and rainforests of Khao Lak’s forests and jungle. • Diving and snorkelling among stunning coral formations in the world-famous Similan Islands. • Exploring Phang Nga Bay by longtail or speedboat for an exhilarating close-up of its stunning limestone towers and beautiful lagoons. Phuket Airport Krabi THINGS TO SEE AND DO Take long leisurely strolls along the idyllic beaches to discover deserted coves and intriguing granite boulders.
FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 14 Hours via Bangkok GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL: GMT: +7 Hours Shared transfers from Phuket Airport take approximately 1 CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential hour and cost from £96 per person return. Private transfers Information pages at the back of this brochure. are also available from £13 extra per person return (min 2 people). Transfers from/to either Phuket, Koh Samui or Khao KHAO LAK TOURS Lak to Elephant Hills are included in the package price.
JUNGLE SAFARI TO KHAO SOK SIMILAN ISLAND SNORKELLING PHANG NGA BAY DISCOVERY This is a great introduction to some TOUR Explore the stunning Phang Nga of the best natural scenery in Depart at approx 7:30am for an Marine Park for an exhilarating day Southern Thailand. Travel via unforgettable day in some of the out. rainforest-covered mountains to world’s best dive and snorkelling Travelling by longtail boat visit the Khao Sok where you will canoe sites. Once there the experienced world famous James Bond Island down the Sok River passing crew will guide you to the best spots and stop on Koh Panyi, a sea gypsy limestone mountains covered in to view colourful coral and incredible village raised on stilts, for a Thai jungle vegetation. After a Thai buffet marine life. Enjoy lunch on exotic Ko lunch. In the afternoon visit lunch, enjoy an exhilarating elephant Miang, where there is also time to Suwanakuha temple, a cave with a trek through the jungle. explore. huge reclining Buddha statue. Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Price per person: £73 Price per person: £81 Price per person: £54
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5 STAR THE SAROJIN HOTEL FACILITIES: THE SAROJIN • Two restaurants serve Thai and STAYING IN A GARDEN RESIDENCE On a secluded, seven mile, white Mediterranean gourmet cuisine and ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS various private dining options include THAILAND sandy beach by the Andaman Sea, 1 NIGHT bordering on five national parks, the in-residence, lush tropical garden, ADULT LOW FROM £145 world-famous dive sanctuaries of the beach settings or a candlelit jungle ADULT MID FROM £190 Similan Islands and the stunning waterfall. • Walk-in, award-winning wine cellar ADULT HIGH FROM £275 Phang Nga Bay, the luxurious and and two bars. romantic, award-winning The Sarojin All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on • Large infinity pool, dive school and twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on offers the ultimate setting for enquiry. Low season: 01 Mar ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, , Mid season: Pathways Spa. 24 Dec ’14 - 25 Dec ’14, 07 Jan ’15 - 28 Feb ’15, High relaxation and rejuvenation. season: 26 Dec ’14 - 06 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Pool Residence Room from £43 per night. GUEST ROOMS: SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 2 nights or • Luxury amenities include adjustable more and receive special disounted air-conditioning, king-size beds, CD rates. Valid 16 Apr - 31 Oct 14. and DVD player, Internet access, tea and coffee making facilities, en suite EARLYBIRD: Book at least 60 days bathroom in a garden setting with a prior to arrival and receive special oversized bath and rainfall shower. discounted rates. Valid 01 Nov - 23 • Some Guest Residences feature a Dec 14 & 07 Jan - 31 Mar 15. plunge pool and stone relaxation pools.
Sands Room
Hollywood twin beds, LCD satellite 4 STAR THE SANDS BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 or TV, DVD player, tea and coffee DELUXE making facilities, minibar, iPod more nights and receive up to the same number of bonus nights Striking, contemporary design features docking station, in-room safe, (compulsory breakfast payable on and a wealth of leisure persuits makes hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers and lagoon or garden view. free nights). Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct this hotel stand out from the crowd. 14. Rooms have the feel of a tropical HOTEL FACILITIES: beach home with effortless, fresh • Two restaurants (international and décor, which envelops guests in a seafood cuisine); three bars including tranquil, natural atmosphere. one swim-up. Signature balconies equipped with • Five swimming pools, children's pool daybeds, fans and tables create an with waterslide, kids' club for 4-12 THE SANDS years and playground. outdoor living room to enjoy STAYING IN A SANDS ROOM wonderful views while traditional Thai • Holistic spa, dive centre, fitness ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS centre, tennis court, games room, cooking and boxing classes allows you Thai boxing, movie nights, cocktail 1 NIGHT a taste of the local culture. classes, Thai cooking classes and fruit ADULT LOW FROM £41 carving classes. ADULT MID FROM £64 GUEST ROOMS: • Inspired by nature with subtle neutral ADULT HIGH FROM £113 colour schemes rooms feature All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on signature scent and a mattress and enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: pillow menu to ensure a restful sleep. 01 Nov ’14 - 21 Dec ’14, High season: 22 Dec ’14 - 07 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Seaside Junior Suite from £14 per • Sands Rooms have king-size bed or night. Family Room from £14 per night.
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• Deluxe Pool Access rooms have direct 4 STAR KHAO LAK EARLY BIRD: Book at least 60 days access to the pool. Please note DELUXE MERLIN children under 12 are not permitted prior to arrival and receive special RESORT to stay in Deluxe Pool Access rooms. discounted rates. Valid 01 Jan 14 - All rooms have a balcony. 31 Mar 15. Nestled in a tropical landscape, the FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 6 nights Khao Lak Merlin is a beautiful and HOTEL FACILITIES: and receive 1 extra free night. Valid • Two restaurants, bars and lounges. peaceful resort, just perfect for a true 01 May - 31 Oct 14. escapist holiday. Tranquil golden Tropical Garden serves international and Asian fare, while the Veranda
THAILAND sands are directly accessible from the specialises in seafood cuisine and is hotel and should you not even wish to perfect for romantic dinners. Sanook stray that far, the on-site spa will Lounge & Bar is ideal for a relaxing KHAO LAK MERLIN RESORT ensure total relaxation. drink, a game of billiards or to take STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM advantage of the wireless Internet ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS GUEST ROOMS: access. 1 NIGHT • Rooms are tastefully decorated and • Four swimming pools, fitness centre, well-equipped, with soft neutral tones, ADULT LOW FROM £23 tennis, spa and children's pool with ADULT MID FROM £55 with warm lighting and muted russet waterslide tones to the soft furnishings. ADULT HIGH FROM £75 • Superior rooms feature satellite TV, All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on minibar, Internet access, tea and twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 16 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: coffee making facilities, in-room safe 01 Apr ’14 - 15 Apr ’14, 01 Nov ’14 - 20 Dec ’14, High and hairdryer. season: 01 Jan ’14 - 20 Jan ’14, 21 Dec ’14 - 20 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £5 per night.
Deluxe Ocean Facing Room
TV, minibar, in-room safe, hairdryer 4 STAR CENTARA FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights and Wi-Fi. SEAVIEW and receive 2 extra free nights. Valid HOTEL FACILITIES: 01 -31 Mar 14, 01 Nov - 24 Dec 14 Set amongst beautiful landscaped • Three excellent restaurants & 01 Mar - 10 Apr 15. gardens opening to the fine sands of specialising in Thai, Italian and Nang Thong Beach the Centara international cuisine with one ofering Seaview is great for families and an extensive Italian wine list. couples who like to be well-catered for. • Four swimming pools, children's pool It is evident much thought has been put with waterslide, playground, kids' into the wonderful furnishings club, fitness centre, tennis court, capturing traditional Thai elements, squash court, putting green and CENTARA SEAVIEW which blend harmoniuosly with the games room. STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM picturesque and tranquil atmosphere. • Spa set in the gardens of the Lagoon Wing with a long menu of therapeutic ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS A complete escape from the everyday. treatments. 1 NIGHT GUEST ROOMS: EARLY BIRD: Book by 31 Mar 14 ADULT LOW FROM £26 • Rooms feature a private terrace or and receive special discounted rates. ADULT MID FROM £36 balcony with views of the natural Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. ADULT HIGH FROM £59 surroundings, manicured gardens or All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on beach. FREE NIGHTS: Stay 4 nights and twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on receive up to the same number of enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: • Deluxe rooms are minimalist in style 01 Mar ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, 01 Nov ’14 - 21 Dec ’14, and include king-size bed or two nights free. Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 01 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 25 Dec ’14 - 06 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Ocean Room facing from double beds, air conditioning, satellite 14. £5 per night. Deluxe Villa from £7 per night.
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Deluxe Room
• Jacuzzi Villas feature a private 4 STAR LA FLORA BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 6 nights whirlpool and sun-deck. RESORT & SPA and receive 1 extra bonus night HOTEL FACILITIES: (compulsory breakfast payable on THAILAND The elegant boutique La Flora Resort • A wide range of activities, including bonus nights). Valid 01 -15 Apr 14, & Spa is located on the beautiful water sports, fitness, tennis and 01 Nov - 25 Dec 14 & 11 Jan - 31 golden sandy beach of Bang Niang. mountain biking. Mar 15 in Deluxe, Studio and Pool Exclusive rooms and villas showcase • Swimming pool experiences: the Access Rooms only. the finest in contemporary Asian style. infinity edge swimming pool at the Whether you’re enjoying a relaxing beach, where drinks and snacks are treatment at the luxury spa or a sunset available at the pool bar; or the cocktail at the pool bar, the large, freeform pool which runs captivating views of the crystal clear through the resort and creates many LA FLORA Andaman Sea will stay with you tiny private bays with Jacuzzi jets. STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS forever. BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 to 10 1 NIGHT GUEST ROOMS: nights and receive up to the same ADULT LOW FROM £45 • 138 luxurious rooms, suites and villas number of extra bonus nights ADULT MID FROM £63 with private terrace are beautifully (compulsory breakfast payable on ADULT HIGH FROM £90 appointed in contemporary Asian bonus nights). Valid 16 Apr - 31 Oct All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on style with spacious bathrooms. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on • Exquisite, modern Pool Access Rooms 14 in Deluxe, Studio and Pool enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: Access Rooms only. 01 Nov ’14 - 25 Dec ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High enjoy direct connection from their season: 26 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Studio Room patio to the new freeform pool. from £10 per night.
ELEPHANT HILLS JUNGLE SAFARI
3 DAYS | 2 NIGHTS DEPARTS: DAILY PRICE FROM £352 PER PERSON Your Tour Price includes: 2 nights accommodation, return transfer and meals as specified (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch. D = Dinner), excursions and experiences as detailed. Your Tour Price Does Not Include: Pre and post-tour accommodation, meals other than those specified or drinks, miscellaneous personal expenses and gratuities.
DAY 1: Phuket Pick up from hotels and transfer to Khao Sok. Arrive at the elephant camp, here you can see, touch and find out 4 STAR ELEPHANT HILLS about the life of Thai elephants. Participating in the Elephant Experience you will be able to experience hands DELUXE on these magnificent animals, you will have the chance to Thailand’s first luxury tented jungle camp, Elephant Hills is a interact with them and have the opportunity to prepare very different resort. As a base camp for exploring the and feed them one of their daily meals, scrub and clean natural surrounding beauty, the tents are spacious, with and watch them bathe. bathrooms and showers, while the centre of the camp After lunch take a jungle river canoe trip down the Sok houses the semi-open-air restaurant. River. (L,D) GUEST ROOMS: DAY 2: Khao Sok • Luxurious tailor-made tents are roomy and strong, with Explore a lake in the jungle by local boat. The scenery has handmade craftsmanship furniture, using natural materials. been compared to Halong Bay in Vietnam. Swimwear and • Each tent features fan, kettle and bathroom with toilet and a towel is essential. In the late afternoon return to hot/cold shower. Elephant Hills for dinner and overnight in your luxury tent. The jungle bar will be open for people wanting to HOTEL FACILITIES: exchange stories of their days experiences on the lake. • Semi-open-air main camp housing the restaurant, swimming (B,L,D) pool; a range of excursions/experiences can be arranged. ELEPHANT HILLS DAY 3: Khao Sok STAYING IN A JUNGLE CAMP ON A FULL BOARD BASIS After a good night’s sleep its time for a wholesome ADULT LOW FROM ADULT MID FROM ADULT HIGH FROM breakfast before coming face to face with the jungle by 1 NIGHT £201 £234 £274 exploring it on foot. In the afternoon it’s time to return to
All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices Elephant Hills then onward transfer to your hotel or the will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: 01 Jan ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, High season: 01 Nov ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. airport. (B) 53 GM_FE_1415_DEC_054.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:54 Page 54 KOH SAMUI & ISLANDS KOH
KOH SAMUI & ISLANDS With its sandy beaches, secluded coves and azure seas, Koh Samui epitomises the classic South Seas idyll. Just ten minutes off-shore, Koh Madsum boasts
THAILAND a magical coral reef, it’s perfect for snorkelling. Famous for its monthly Full Moon Party, Koh Pha Ngan offers quiet beaches, colourful reefs and a selection of beachfront hotels.
To Koh Pha Ngan GULF OF GETTING AROUND THAILAND Akyra Samui Local taxis are called ‘songthaews’ and they make it very easy Saree Samui Melati Beach Resort to get to the different beaches around the island. Maenam Anantara Bophut Resort Beach Tongsai Bay
Bandara Resort & Spa Sala Samui Resort DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… Hotel Ibis Bophut Samui Peace Resort Imperial Boat • Paying your respects at the Big Buddha temple on the north Samui Airport House Hotel of the island. Amari Palm Reef Chaweng Regent Beach Resort • Taking a day trip to the beautiful islands of the Ang Thong
Centara Grand Beach Resort National Marine Park. The views are worth the climb!
Chaweng Beach • Joining in with the hectic nightlife on Chaweng Beach with KOH SAMUI its shops, bars and discos. Ferry Jetty GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL: Silavadee Pool Spa Resort Shared transfers from Koh Samui Airport take approximately
Lamai Bay 10 - 45 minutes and cost from £15 per person return. Private Centra Coconut Village transfers are also available from £12 extra per person return Centara Villas Samui (min 2 people). Transfers to Koh Madsum take approximately 1 hour from Samui airport by car, followed by a 15 minute To Koh Madsum SOUTH CHINA SEA speedboat trip. Prices from £34 per person return. For Koh Pha Ngan a 10 minute road transfer from Samui airport is FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 13 Hours via Bangkok followed by a 45 minute speedboat transfer. Prices from £93 GMT: +7 Hours per person return. CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential Information pages at the back of this brochure. KOH SAMUI TOURS
ANGTHONG NATIONAL PARK KOH TAO & KOH NANGYUAN AROUND THE ISLAND Enjoy a relaxing day out to the Sail on board the stylish, high-speed Visit Ladd Koh to see the famous Angthong Marine National Park catamaran Lomprayah to the diver’s Chaweng Beach, then on to the made famous by the book "The paradise of Koh Tao and Koh unusual Grandma & Grandpa rock Beach". Snorkel or just laze around Nangyuan. At Koh Tao, a local formations. Pay respects to the on one of the most fantastic beaches fishing boat takes you along the mummified body of Loung Por you’ll ever visit. Lunch is served on island to Ao Muag or Mango Bay for Daeng. Visit Na Muang Waterfall, board as you cruise around to the some serious snorkelling among a then Na Thon, the capital of Samui most famous island in the park, dazzling array of colourful fish. Back for a short shopping stop. home to the "Thale Nai", an emerald on board, your journey continues to Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily salt water lake. Koh Nangyuan for lunch. Price from: Adult £26 Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Please Note: Sensible shoes are Price from: Adult £63 Price from: Adult £68 needed for the walk to the waterfall.
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Seafront Pool Villa Seafront Cottage
• Extremely spacious Tongsai Grand 5 STAR TONGSAI BAY BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 6 nights Villas boast large bedrooms and a Tongsai Bay has one of the most huge open air balcony with bathtub, and receive 1 bonus night free. Pay picturesque settings on the island. On dining table, sun loungers. for 8 nights and receive up to 2 THAILAND the hillside, overlooking the bay and • Amenities include a safe, minibar and bonus nights free. Pay for 11 nights beach, the hotel is surrounded by 25 satellite TV with CD/DVD player. and receive up to 3 bonus nights acres of tropical forest and pristinely (compulsory breakfast payable on HOTEL FACILITIES: manicured gardens. While feeling like bonus nights). Valid 01 Apr - 26 • The hotel offers two restaurants; Chef Dec 14 & 06 Jan - 31 Mar 15. a hidden treasure, it’s just 10 minutes Chom’s Thai restaurant serving Royal from the airport, making it as Thai cuisine and Po-Lad, a Beach TONGSAI BAY COTTAGES & HOTEL accessible as it is beautiful. Bistro serving simple, delicious Thai STAYING IN A BEACHFRONT SUITE and Western dishes. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS GUEST ROOMS: • Freeform swimming pool, Prana Spa, 1 NIGHT • Beachfront Suites overlook the main non-motorised water sports, exercise pool and beach, offering spacious room and a tennis court. ADULT LOW FROM £99 accommodation and a private open- • WiFi in guest rooms and public areas. ADULT MID FROM £105 air terrace, some with a bathtub. ADULT HIGH FROM £138 • Cottage Suites are scattered up the Please note: there are many steps at All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin hillside amongst the gardens. this resort so it may not be suitable for share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. • Seafront Cottage Suites offer Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 15 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 20 Dec ’14, the less mobile. Mid season: 06 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, 21 Dec ’14 - 26 Dec ’14, uninterrupted sea views. 06 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - 05 Jan ’14, 27 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Cottage Suite from £7 per night. Sea Front Cottage Suite from £28 per night. Tongsai Grand Villa from £90 per night. Tongsai Pool Villa from £132 per person per nignt. per night.
Deluxe Balcony Room
HOTEL FACILITIES: 5 STAR SILVADEE POOL FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights • Height Restaurant serving fresh SPA RESORT seafood, Thai and international and receive 3 further nights free. Valid 01 May - 15 Jul 14. Built on cliffs this luxury retreat cuisine; bar with large wine cellar. provides all the peace and seclusion • Silvadee Wellness Spa with five Pay for 5 nights and receive 2 private villa treatment rooms, infinity needed for escaping. Designed on a further nights free. Valid 01 Sep - 25 swimming pool, kayaking, Dec 14. back to nature ethos everything you snorkelling, library, DVD selection and see here has been hand crafted and 24hr butler service. in perfect balance with the natural surroundings, even the spa enjoys a unique style. In the award-winning restaurant soak up an intimate, SILAVADEE POOL SPA RESORT romantic ambience; its elevated STAYING IN A JACUZZI DELUXE ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS position affords breathtaking views of HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS 1 NIGHT the Gulf of Thailand. • Private beach ADULT LOW FROM £75 GUEST ROOMS: • Authentic Thai design ADULT MID FROM £83 • Deluxe rooms are furnished in local • Superb range of natural beauty ADULT HIGH FROM £109 materials and have an earthy treatments All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on character. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on • Amenities include TV, DVD player, tea enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 15 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 25 Dec ’14, Mid season: 16 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 06 Jan ’15 - and coffee making facilities, fridge, 30 Apr ’15, High season: 26 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Ocean View Jacuzzi Deluxe from £18 per night. minibar, in-room safe and balcony Board Upgrade: Half Board from £49 per night. with daybed. 55 GM_FE_1415_DEC_056.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:47 Page 56 KOH SAMUI & ISLANDS KOH Beachfront Villa
4 STAR SAREE SAMUI • Tropical Villas are located amongst SAREE SAMUI the surrounding trees and Tropical STAYING IN A TROPICAL VILLA DELUXE Pool Villas have their own private ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS pool and are located amongst the Saree Samui has a comfortable 1 NIGHT surrounding tropical greenery which relaxing ambience and is set guarantees near absolute privacy. ADULT LOW FROM £48 alongside a stunning 152m-long Beachfront Villas are overlooking the ADULT MID FROM £61 beach. Saree Samui has been beach and have their own private ADULT HIGH FROM £95
specially created for you to experience garden, while Beachfront Pool Villas All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on the peace and tranquillity of its have their own private pool. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on
THAILAND enquiry. Low season: 01 Nov ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, Mid season: natural tropical rainforest setting from 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, High HOTEL FACILITIES: season: 24 Dec ’14 - 07 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Tropical Pool the privacy of your individual luxury Villa from £21 per night. Beachfront Villa from £33 per night. villa. • Saree Rarom Spa, offering a range of Board Upgrades: Half Board from £22 per night. Full Board Thai healing traditions and natural from £39 per night. GUEST ROOMS: therapy treatments. • With a combination of conventional • Dining is a delight in the open-air Thai and Balinese architecture and restaurant adjoining the beach, where modern amenities, accommodation is you can enjoy traditional Thai and in four differing types of villa, all of international favourites in a relaxed which feature open plan living, with atmosphere. classic neutral tones, and dark brown • Further amenities include a large woods, creating a light and airy beachfront swimming pool, gift shop, setting. tour bookings, laundry and car rental.
Grand Deluxe Room
• Grand Deluxe Rooms are a minimum 5 STAR MELATI BEACH BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 2 nights of 77 square metres in size and offer RESORT & SPA uniquely designed luxurious and receive 1 extra bonus night accommodation, with views over the (compulsory breakfast payable on Boasting an idyllic beachfront location beautiful gardens. bonus nights). Valid 07 Jan - 31 on an exclusive beach at Thongson Mar 14, 01- 15 Apr 14, 01 May - Bay, this intimate beachfront resort is HOTEL FACILITIES: 19 Dec 14 & 07 Jan - 31 Mar 15 in the perfect getaway from the stresses • Enjoy your dining experience in the Grand Deluxe, Private Garden Pool of daily life. Beautifully designed to two restaurants. The View is located and Pool Villa only. pamper guests with the utmost directly on the beachfront and features comforts, the elegant facilities all-day dining. Kan Sak Thong complement the natural surroundings; Restaurant, with its waterfall location MELATI BEACH RESORT & SPA from the spacious villas to the serves authentic Thai delicacies. STAYING IN A GRAND DELUXE ROOM amazing spa. • The Melati Spa is an award-winning ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS speciality, whose signature jasmine 1 NIGHT scent heralds the beginning of your GUEST ROOMS: ADULT LOW FROM £82 transformation to the ultimate in • 77 villas and suites are wonderfully ADULT MID FROM £109 designed with contemporary relaxation. architecture and spacious rooms. All ADULT HIGH FROM £129 villas feature WiFi, air-conditioning, All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. LCD TV, a full-size daybed, hairdryer, Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 15 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, Mid open-air bathroom featuring indoor season: 07 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, 16 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 07 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - 06 Jan ’14, and outdoor shower and/or tubs, 24 Dec ’14 - 06 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Private Garden Pool Room from £49 per night. Pool Villa from £83 per night. Board Upgrades: balcony and private pool and deck. Half Board from £28 per night. Full Board from £39 per night.
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SALA Pool Villa
• All rooms and suites offer privacy, 5 STAR SALA SAMUI EARLYBIRD: Book at least 90 days comfort and tranquillity and feature RESORT AND superb amenities, such as open-air prior to arrival and receive special SPA outdoor bathrooms with private discounted rates. Additionally, stay THAILAND gardens, air-conditioning and ceiling for 5 nights or more and receive Experience a uniquely relaxing fans, satellite TV, minibar, private one set dinner and one 1 hour spa ambience at SALA Samui Resort and salas and/or sunbathing deck in all treatment for 2. Valid 01 Jan - 25 Spa, a beautiful deluxe pool villa Pool Villas and Suites. Dec 14 & 06 Jan 14 - 31 Mar 15. resort. Featuring 69 villas and suites, 53 of which have their own private HOTEL FACILITIES: • 80 metres of white sandy beachfront swimming pools, the resort SALA SAMUI RESORT & SPA are at guests disposal, as well as two incorporates traditional Thai beachfront swimming pools and four STAYING IN A DELUXE BALCONY ROOM architecture with modern facilities and massage salas floating in a beautiful ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS amenities. It is located on sandy lotus pond. 1 NIGHT Choeng Mon Beach,10 minutes from • Fantastic range of dining options, ADULT LOW FROM £78 Chaweng Beach’s shopping and offering such culinary delights as ADULT MID FROM £116 nightlife. mouthwatering imported steaks and ADULT HIGH FROM £182 fresh daily seafood. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on GUEST ROOMS: twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on • Deluxe Balcony Rooms, Garden Pool enquiry. Low season: 01 Nov ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, Mid season: 01 Aug ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 08 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High Villas, signature SALA Pool Villas, season: 24 Dec ’14 - 07 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Garden Pool offer several styles of one and two Villa from £31 per night. Sala Pool Villa from £53 per night. Board Upgrades: Half Board from £42 per night. Full Board bedroom suites. from £68 per night.
4 STAR BANDARA coffee making facilities, minibar, BANDARA RESORT & SPA hairdryer, in-room safe and Wi-Fi. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM RESORT & SPA ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS HOTEL FACILITIES: Lying on Bophut Beach this resort 1 NIGHT • Two restaurants serving international offers tranquility for a restful break cuisine, one on the beachfront, both ADULT LOW FROM £52 though Chaweng Beach with its vibrant with alfresco options, two bars. ADULT HIGH FROM £72 nightlife is only 15 minutes away. The • Four swimming pools including one All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on Fisherman Village has a charming for children, spa, gym, PADI dive twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 19 Apr ’14 - 15 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - selection of shops, restaurants and a centre, 24hr room service, gift shop 21 Dec ’14, High season: 16 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 22 Dec ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £7 per night. night market nearby. From the well- and currency exchange. Villa from £49 per night. appointed rooms with modern furnishings to landscaped gardens and BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights beachfront swimming pools it's all and receive up to the same number about elegance here and of extra bonus nights (compulsory unforgettable beauty. breakfast payable on bonus nights). Valid 01 May - 15 Jul 14 & 01 Sep - GUEST ROOMS: 24 Dec 14. • 150 rooms decorated in modest décor BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights all have furnished balcony or terrace. and receive 2 extra bonus nights • Facilities include 1 king-size or two queen-size beds, flat-screen satellite (compulsory breakfast payable on TV, DVD player, sound system, tea and bonus nights). Valid 16 Jul - 31 Aug 14 & 06 Jan - 30 Apr 15.
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landscaped gardens. 4 STAR ANANTARA EARLY BIRD: Book at least 90 days • Junior Garden View Suites are DELUXE BOPHUT spacious and luxurious, featuring prior to arrival and receive special RESORT & SPA lavish interior design including discounted rates. Valid 11 Jan - 31 beautiful Thai silks and artefacts. Mar 14, 01 Apr - 19 Dec 14 & 12 A short drive from Koh Samui Airport Jan - 31 Mar 15. and Chaweng’s bustling nightlife, HOTEL FACILITIES: Anantara’s 106 guest rooms and • Dining is a truly pleasurable suites are just steps from Bophut's experience. From Thai cuisine to Italian pastas and romantic private
THAILAND Bay’s quiet beach. Its fantastic dinners to afternoon tea in a cosy location offers sailing, waterskiing, armchair or sunset cocktail cruises. ANANTARA BOPHUT RESORT & SPA kayaking, windsurfing and more. The • A superb range of activities are STAYING IN A PREMIER GARDEN VIEW ROOM island’s diving sites are some of the available including a spectacular ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS best in the Gulf of Thailand. beachfront infinity pool, water sports 1 NIGHT and the exquisite sanctuary that is the GUEST ROOMS: Anantara Spa. ADULT LOW FROM £63 • Rooms showcase Anantara’s • Eclipse Bar and a swim-up pool bar. ADULT MID FROM £79 signature elements of contemporary ADULT HIGH FROM £126 design and arts and décor inspired by All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on Southern Thai culture. Balconies with twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on built-in sofas overlook tropical enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 15 Jul ’14, Mid season: 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, High season: 20 Dec ’14 - gardens and pretty patios connect 11 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Garden View from £4 per directly to Bill Bensley-designed night. Deluxe Sea View from £19 per night. Board Upgrade: Half Board from £24 per night.
Superior room
4 STAR AMARI PALM • Family Duplexes have a mezzanine AMARI PALM REEF KOH SAMUI floor, whilst the Deluxe rooms have STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM REEF KOH large picture windows with fantastic ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS views. SAMUI 1 NIGHT In serene gardens at the northern end HOTEL FACILITIES ADULT LOW FROM £61 of Chaweng Beach, The Amari Palm • Two restaurants offering Thai, Italian ADULT MID FROM £90 Reef Koh Samui is a short walk from and International cuisine as well as a ADULT HIGH FROM £104 the beachfront where you can lounge bar and beach buffets. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on • Two outdoors swimming pools with twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on experience the best of this wonderful enquiry. Low season: 16 Apr ’14 - 31 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - whirlpool. ’ ’ ’ ’ resort. Guest rooms are in traditional- 25 Dec 14, Mid season: 11 Jan 14 - 15 Apr 14, 01 Aug 14 • Breeze Spa, gym and dive centre. - 31 Aug ’14, 11 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: style buildings and famous Thai 01 Jan ’14 - 10 Jan ’14, 26 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Room • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £14 per night. Board Upgrades: cuisine is served overlooking the resort. Half Board from £33 per night. Full Board from £62 per night. beach. Beautiful and tranquil, the Amari Palm Reef is everything you will BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights need for a touch of romance or a and receive up to 2 extra bonus relaxing Thai getaway. nights (compulsory breakfast payable on bonus nights). Valid 16 GUEST ROOMS Apr - 31 Jul 14 & 01 Sep - 20 Dec • Superior and Deluxe rooms have king-size or twin beds, with air- 14. conditioning, cable TV, DVD player, minibar, hairdryer and terrace or balcony with garden or pool views. 58 GM_FE_1415_DEC_059.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:48 Page 59 KOH SAMUI & ISLANDS THAILAND
Premier room
4 STAR IMPERIAL BOAT HOUSE RESORT, KOH SAMUI Creating a dramatic and exotic scene, this eye-catching hotel features 34 authentic teak wood rice barges, built near to the beach as if moored in a harbour, as well as a number of low- rise hotel buildings. Set on the beautiful Choeng Mon Beach, the site is surrounded by palm trees and superb gardens, making it a unique and memorable venue.
GUEST ROOMS: • All rooms are spacious with private balconies overlooking the garden. • Poolside Terrace Rooms have direct access to the garden and pool. • Superior Rooms overlook the courtyard, while Premier Rooms overlook the garden and have separate bathtub and shower. • Boat Suites feature separate living/dining areas and master bedroom. • Amenities include air-conditioning, IMPERIAL BOATHOUSE HOTEL minibar, satellite TV and safe. BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 1 or more nights and receive up to the STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS HOTEL FACILITIES: same number of extra bonus nights • The Boat Café Restaurant serves daily (compulsory breakfast payable on 1 NIGHT buffet breakfast and hosts various bonus nights). Valid 01 Apr - 31 Jul ADULT LOW FROM £49 theme nights. The Captain’s Choice 14 & 01 Sep - 23 Dec 14. In ADULT MID FROM £57 restaurant specialises in Thai cuisine Superior and Premier rooms only. ADULT HIGH FROM £76 and fresh seafood in a romantic BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 3 nights All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on setting right on the beach. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on and receive up to 3 extra bonus enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, Mid season: • Boat-shaped beachfront swimming 06 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, 06 Jan ’15, -31 Mar ’15, High pool, Thai garden pool shaded by nights (compulsory breakfast season: 01 Jan ’14 - 05 Jan ’14, 24 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Boat Suite from £39 per night. Board coconut trees, Imperial Spa, gym and payable on bonus nights). Valid 06 Upgrades: Half Board from £19 per night. Full Board from games room. Jan - 31 Mar 14 & 06 Jan - 31 Mar £36 per night. • Complimentary water sports including 15. In Superior and Premier rooms canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing and only. snorkelling. • Free WiFi access in Room & Public Area.
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• Premier Rooms come with a separate 4 STAR CHAWENG BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights shower room and bathtub with REGENT Jacuzzi, LCD TV, DVD player, daybed and receive 1 extra bonus night BEACH RESORT and a balcony or terrace. (compulsory breakfast payable on bonus night). Valid 01 - 31 Aug 14 Sitting right on the beautiful Chaweng HOTEL FACILITIES: & 07 Jan - 31 Mar 15 Beach, this stylish hotel has a cool, • The seaside Chomtalay Restaurant contemporary feel within its traditional specialises in seafood, international Thai-style accommodation. Low-rise and Thai food while the Red Snapper Bar & Grill serves Mediterranean
THAILAND buildings and individual wood-style cuisine and features live music every cottages open directly onto the white evening. CHAWENG REGENT BEACH RESORT sands. Restaurants, bars and • Beach and poolside bars. entertainment are just a short walk STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM • Fitness centre, Escape Spa, sauna, ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS away. two swimming pools; one with swim- 1 NIGHT up bar. GUEST ROOMS: ADULT LOW FROM £65 • All rooms feature air-conditioning, BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 2 nights ADULT MID FROM £87 satellite TV, minibar and tea and and receive 1 extra bonus night, ADULT HIGH FROM £122 coffee making facilities. (compulsory breakfast payable on All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on • Deluxe Villa and Deluxe Regency bonus night). Valid 01 -15 Apr 14, twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on Rooms feature a DVD player and a enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 01 May - 15 Jul 14 & 01 Sep - 19 23 Dec ’14, Mid season: 01 Aug ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 07 Jan ’15 balcony or terrace overlooking the ’ ’ ’ Dec 14. - 31 Mar 15, High season: 25 Dec 14 - 06 Jan 15. Room pool or tropical gardens. Upgrade: Premier Room from £11 per night. Board Upgrades: Half Board from £25 per night. Full Board from £36 per night.
Grand Deluxe Room
steps from the main pool and beach. 4 STAR AKYRA CHURA EARLYBIRD: Book at least 40 days • Deluxe and Grand Deluxe rooms SAMUI provide a relaxed, stylish comfort, prior to arrival and receive special encompassing a private terrace discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 23 An exotic haven of relaxation and boasting double sun beds, perfect for Dec 14 & 08 Jan - 31 Mar 15. rejuvenation, Akyra Chura Samui is sunbathing while overlooking the an individualistic and expressive tropical garden. resort, where service and attention to detail are second to none. With the HOTEL FACILTIES: utmost in comfort and sophistication, • Dining options include Suikin from the well-furnished authentic Japanese cuisine by award- winning chef, Asian and international accommodation to the award-winning AKYRA CHURA SAMUI fare, Barracuda Bar & Grill for South chef creation, akyra will delight and STAYING IN A GRAND DELUXE ROOM inspire and the many exclusive American flavours, plus a beach bar and Sake Bar, with the largest ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS touches, including Spa IV elevate it selection of Japanese sake on the 1 NIGHT beyond your expectations. island. ADULT LOW FROM £48 • Spa IV with extensive choice of GUEST ROOMS: ADULT MID FROM £67 treatments to discover your inner • All rooms feature air-conditioning, ADULT HIGH FROM £86 peace. flatscreen TV, DVD players, tea and All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on • Children under 12 are not permitted coffee making facilities, free wireless twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on to stay at Akyra Chura Samui. enquiry. Low season: 01 Sep ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, 01 May ’14 - Internet, private terrace or balcony, a 15 Jul ’14, Mid season: 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, 16 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 11 Jan ’15, -31 Mar ’15, High season: full-size sofa and spacious seating 24 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Grand Deluxe Sea area. These chic rooms are just a few View Room from £6 per night.
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4 STAR CENTARA DELUXE GRAND BEACH RESORT With its prime spot on Chaweng, Koh Samui’s finest beach, the Centara Grand Beach Resort is ideally situated for exploring this lively area. However, as it’s set in spacious, beautifully landscaped gardens, the hotel remains a peaceful haven for a tranquil escape.
GUEST ROOMS: • Furnished in the colonial style to extremely high standards, the deluxe ocean-facing rooms and suites have private balconies with sweeping ocean views. • Standard amenities include spacious bathrooms, satellite TV, in-room video movies, music channels, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and safe. • Deluxe Pool Suites also available.
HOTEL FACILITIES: • A choice of superb restaurants and bars includes Spice Island for Thai throughout the day, evening cocktails, CENTARA GRAND BEACH RESORT cuisine, Palm Grove serving complimentary Internet, newspaper STAYING IN A DELUXE OCEAN FACING ROOM international food and Hagi serving and discounts at the spa. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS • Two kids' clubs; Camp Safari and Japanese dishes. 1 NIGHT Ezone. • Range of water sports and a dive ADULT LOW FROM £65 centre. Large swimming pool, ADULT MID FROM £79 outdoor Jacuzzi, two tennis courts, BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights ADULT HIGH FROM £122 fitness centre and sauna. and receive up to 2 further bonus • Children’s pool, playroom and All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on nights (compulsory breakfast playground. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on payable on bonus nights). Valid 07 enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Jun ’14, Mid season: • Spa Cenvareel Spa offering a wide 01 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, High season: 25 Dec ’14 - Jan - 24 Dec 14 & 07 Jan - 31 Mar 06 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Premium Deluxe Ocean Room range of treatments. from £6 per night. Deluxe Pool Suite from £35 per night. Board • Club lounge offers private check-in, 15. Upgrade: Half Board from £28 per night. continental breakfast, snacks EARLYBIRD: Book by 28 Feb 14 and receive special discounted rates. HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Valid 01 Apr - 30 Jun 14. Book by • Great beachfront location 31 May 14 and receive special discounted rates. Valid 01 Jul - 31 • Well-appointed rooms Aug 14. Book by 31 Jul 14 and • Superb choice of dining options receive special discounted rates. • Excellent facilities Valid 01 Sep - 24 Dec 14.
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view of the gardens. The Superior 3 STAR PEACE RESORT FREE NIGHT: Pay for 5 nights and bungalows are closest to the DELUXE reception with the Deluxe bungalows receive up to 2 further nights free. being a little larger and also closer to Valid 01 Apr - 14 Jul 14 & 01 Sep Peace Resort is the perfect choice for the pool and ocean. 13 - 23 Dec 14. those seeking a truly relaxing escape. EARLYBIRD: Book at least 60 days Beautifully located on the Bo Phut HOTEL FACILITIES: prior to arrival and receive special • Dining options are centred around beach, with breathtaking views of the discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr 14 - Gulf of Thailand, it offers the perfect the amazing Sea Wrap Restaurant, featuring everything from live cooking 31 Mar 15.
THAILAND combination of traditional and stations to Thai or international modern in its accommodation, dishes, right on the beachfront. PEACE RESORT bountiful dining and amazing spa you • The beautiful swimming pool has an will truly know the meaning of peace. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR BUNGALOW integrated Jacuzzi, not to mention ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS Talay, the pool bar and the separate 1 NIGHT GUEST ROOMS: children’s pool will ensure they can • Deluxe Terrace Rooms feature a enjoy themselves too. ADULT LOW FROM £44 contemporary design, with a mix of ADULT MID FROM £51 traditional Thai styles and a natural ADULT HIGH FROM £64 décor. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on • The majority of the accommodation is twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on in individual bungalows. These are all enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 15 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, Mid season: 06 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, 16 Jul ’14 - air-conditioned with combined 31 Aug ’14, 06 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: bath/shower, a private balcony and a 01 Jan ’14 - 05 Jan ’14, 24 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Terrace Room from £5 per night.
GUEST ROOMS: 3 STAR HOTEL IBIS EARLYBIRD: Book at least 48 days • 209 rooms furnished in contemporary SAMUI style with large comfortable beds and prior to arrival and receive special BOPHUT timber floors. discounted rates. Valid 11 Jan - 31 • Air-conditioning, WiFi, satellite TV, Mar 14, 01 Apr - 14 Jul 14 & 01 With its bold contemporary design, refrigerator and hairdryer. Sep - 25 Dec 14. friendly service and idyllic beachfront • Larger family rooms available with location, the Hotel Ibis Samui Bophut one double and one bunk bed. is the perfect choice for a relaxing HOTEL FACILITIES: retreat to an island paradise. Set • Outdoor swimming pool and amid beautifully landscaped gardens children’s pool in landscaped tropical with lagoon-style swimming pool, the gardens. HOTEL IBIS SAMUI BOPHUT hotel is just metres from the golden • Thai tapas dishes served in style in the STAYING IN A STANDARD ROOM shores of Bophut Beach, where sun, hotel’s elegant `It’s all about Taste’ ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS sand and turquoise sea are the order restaurant. 1 NIGHT of the day. Nearby Fisherman’s • Daytime drinks and snacks available Village is just a short walk away, at the pool bar and all day snacks ADULT LOW FROM £18 offering a good selection of bars and and drinks are available from ADULT MID FROM £22 reception. restaurants. ADULT HIGH FROM £36 •Close to Fisherman’s Village. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on • Thai massage available. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Sep ’14 - 25 Dec ’14, Mid season: 15 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 07 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 26 Dec ’14 - 06 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Family Room from £8 per night.
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HOTEL FACILITIES: 3 STAR CENTARA BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights • Dining options include Coral serving DELUXE VILLAS SAMUI cocktails and barbecued seafood, the and receive up to 2 extra bonus Butterfly Terrace offering snacks and nights (compulsory breakfast THAILAND Nestled on Natien Beach in southern drinks and Reef Café serving payable on bonus nights). Valid 01 Samui, this delightful resort features international and Thai dishes. Jul - 31 Aug 14 & 07 Jan - 31 Jan southern-style Thai villas which reflect • The Papillon Lounge serves cocktails 15. the enchanting local heritage. Many and drinks and has live music. have their own private spa or pool, • Three swimming pools, table tennis, perfect for peaceful solitude. With an children’s playground, PADI Dive abundance of plants, trees and Centre and Spa Cenvaree. foliage, the resort has a tropical CENTARA VILLAS SAMUI ambience and just steps from the STAYING IN A GARDEN VILLA enticing swimming pools lies a wide ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS stretch of private white sandy beach. BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 to 10 1 NIGHT nights and receive up to the same ADULT LOW FROM £41 GUEST ROOMS: number of extra bonus nights ADULT MID FROM £45 • All rooms are comfortably furnished (compulsory breakfast payable on ADULT HIGH FROM £59 with twin or king-size beds and bonus nights). Valid 01 Apr - 30 Jun equipped with air-conditioning, All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin 14 & 01 Sep - 24 Dec 14. share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer and tea Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Jun ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 24 Dec ’14, and coffee making facilities. Mid season: 01 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 25 Dec ’14 - 28 Feb ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Villa from £6 per night. Deluxe Ocean View Villa from £12 per night. Board Upgrade: Half Board from £24 per night.
Superior Pool View Room
HOTEL FACILITIES: 3 STAR CENTRA EARLYBIRD: Book by 28 Feb 14 • All-day dining in Mix Bistro, serving COCONUT international and Thai cuisine, beach and receive special discounted rates. VILLAGE bar and swim-up pool bar. Valid 01 Apr - 31 Jun 14. Book by • Two large swimming pools, children's 31 May 14 and receive special Centra Coconut Village boasts a pool, holistic beauty treatments, two discounted rates. Valid 01 Jul - 31 fabulous setting on secluded Thong whirlpools and kayaking. Aug 14.. Tanote Beach with vistas across to Koh • Room service; laundry service; tour Tan and Koh Mutsum - two renowned desk. diving and snorkelling spots. Trendy, contemporary décor and fittings BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 to 10 evoke a sense of calm and there are nights and receive up to the same CENTRA COCONUT VILLAGE ample places to unwind such as the number of extra bonus nights large swimming pools surrounded by STAYING IN A CENTARA SUPERIOR POOL VIEW (compulsory breakfast payable on ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS decking and a beach bar. bonus nights). Valid 01 Apr - 30 Jul 1 NIGHT GUEST ROOMS: 14 & 01 Sep - 24 Dec 14. ADULT LOW FROM £26 • Rooms and villas feature polished BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights ADULT MID FROM £30 wood floors and a bright, fresh colour and receive up to 2 extra bonus ADULT HIGH FROM £44 scheme; all have a furnished balcony. nights (compulsory breakfast All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on • Amenities include air conditioning, payable on bonus nights). Valid 01 twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on satellite TV, DVD player, tea and enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Jun ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - Jul - 31 Aug 14 & 07 Jan - 31 Mar 23 Dec ’14, Mid season: 01 Mar ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, High coffee making facilities, minibar, in- ’ ’ 15. season: 24 Dec 14 - 06 Jan 15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Pool room safe and hairdryer. Access Room from £5 per night.
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5 STAR THE TREASURE HOTEL FACILITIES: • Two restaurants offer great dining FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights The Treasure is a beautiful island experiences, from the sandy beach and receive 2 further nights free. paradise. Set on a white sand beach with its barbecue station and show Valid 01 Apr - 14 Jul 14 & 01 Sep - the resort blends harmoniously with its kitchen, while on the other side of the 19 Dec 14. surroundings due to the use of natural resort contemporary Asian and EARLYBIRD: Book at least 30 days Western cuisine can be enjoyed. elements. The accommodation is prior to arrival and receive special • The spa is set amidst lush vegetation spacious, with ocean views, while the and features salas and indoor discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 15 restaurants and facilities are designed treatments rooms made from mud Dec 14. THAILAND to entice. and offers a wide range of relaxing and rejuvenating treatments. GUEST ROOMS: THE TREASURE • Villas and suites are spacious, airy GETTING THERE: STAYING IN A SALA VILLA and luxurious, with cool neutral Road transfers from Koh Samui airport ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS colours softened by warm wooden to Tong Tanod pier take approximately 1 NIGHT furniture, ample lighting and judicious 50 minutes. Shared boat transfers from ADULT LOW FROM £90 use of flowing silks. the pier to The Treasure take ADULT MID FROM £101 • Sala Villas will feature air- approximately 10 minutes. Prices on conditioning, satellite TV, private request ADULT HIGH FROM £111 terrace or balcony, WIFi and a ceiling All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on fan. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 14 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 19 Dec ’14, Mid season: 15 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 11 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 20 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Pool Villa from £45 per night.
Supreme Deluxe
4 STAR SANTHIYA • All rooms feature air-conditioning, king-size bed, satellite television, DVD FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 2 nights DELUXE KOH player, tea and coffee making and receive 1 further night free. PHANGAN facilities, minibar, and hairdryer. Valid 01 May - 14 Jul 14 & 16 Sep - 22 Dec 14. RESORT & SPA HOTEL FACILITIES: FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 3 nights • Dining options include Chantara On beautiful Koh Phangan Island, in and receive 1 further night free. Restaurant serving Thai and Valid 01 - 30 Apr 14, 15 - 31 Jul 14 the north east corner, nestled in 18 international cuisine, By The Sea al acres of natural tropical beauty, the fresco restaurant and the Mahkok & 06 Jan - 31 Mar 15. Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort & Spa is café. an eco-friendly luxurious choice. With • Relax in the Ayurvana Spa and enjoy a private beach, stunning pool, a range of treatments. SANTHIYA RESORT & SPA relaxing spa and beautiful rooms and • Further amenities include an outdoor STAYING IN A SANTHIYA DELUXE ROOM villas this is the perfect grown-up swimming pool, man-made ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS retreat. waterfalls, fitness centre and water 1 NIGHT sports. ADULT LOW FROM £68 GUEST ROOMS: ADULT MID FROM £82 GETTING THERE: • Rooms are a beautiful haven of light ADULT HIGH FROM £109 and air, with teak woods, white linen Road transfers from Koh Samui airport to the Petcharat Pier take approx 10 All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on and a splash of colour. Amazing twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on picture windows afford both minutes. Shared speed boat from enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 14 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - Petcharat Pier to Santhiya take approx 22 Dec ’14, Mid season: 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, 15 Jul ’14 - maximum natural light and also 31 Aug ’14, 06 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: fantastic views. 45 minutes. Prices on request. 23 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Santhiya Supreme Deluxe Room from £5 per night.
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Pool Suiite
HOTEL FACILITIES: 5 STAR ANANTARA EARLYBIRD: Book at least 90 days • Bistro @ The Beach signature dining RASANANDA offering international and Thai prior to arrival and receive special favourites; The Lounge. discounted rates. Valid 01 Jan - 19 THAILAND On the edge of Tong Nai Pan Noi • Rasananda Spa, beachfront infinity Dec 14 & 12 Jan - 31 Mar 15. beach, resting in towering coconut swimming pool, Koh Phangan's only palms, Anantara Rasananda Villa sea view wine cellar, yoga classes, Resort & Spa is ideal for those Thai cookery classes, watersports wanting a secluded haven. Luxurious including diving and excursions villas and suites all come with private available. plunge pools and blend seemlessly into the tropical background. GETTING THERE: Road transfers from Koh Samui airport to Petcharat pier take ANANTARA RASANANDA VILLA RESORT & SPA GUEST ROOMS: approx 10 minutes. Shared speedboat STAYING IN A POOL SUITE • 64 villas and suites all with plunge transfers from the pier to Anantara take ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS pools. approx 45 minutes. Prices on request. 1 NIGHT • Pool suites feature air conditioning, ADULT LOW FROM £83 TV, DVD player, iPod docking station, ADULT MID FROM £124 Wi-Fi, in-room bar, coffee maker, rain shower and private terrace pool. ADULT HIGH FROM £182 All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 15 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, High season: 20 Dec ’14 - 11 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Garden Pool Suite from £12 per night.
HOTEL FACILITIES: 3 STAR PANVIMAN EARLYBIRD: Book at least 30 days • Pan Sea restaurant open for DELUXE RESORT breakfast, Stone Beach restaurant prior to arrival and receive special and Cool Sand Pub & Restaurant discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 14 Nestling on a hillside overlooking both serving lunch and dinner. Jul 14 & 01 Sep - 22 Dec 14. Book Thong Nai Pan Beach Panviman • Infinity swimming pool, pool bar, at least 90 days prior to arrival and Resort is enveloped in tranquility. children's pool, spa affording receive special discounted rates. Beautifully-appointed, spacious stunning views over the bay, Valid 15 Jul - 31 Aug 14 & 08 Jan - accommodation, a private beach and watersports and room service. 31 Mar 15. a magnificent swimming pool are starring features while you'd be GETTING THERE: Road transfers from forgiven for thinking you're in Koh Samui airport to Petcharat pier take PANVIMAN RESORT paradise in the spa. approx 10 minutes. Shared speedboat STAYING IN A SUPERIOR HOTEL ROOM transfers from the pier to Panviman take ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS approx 45 minutes. Prices on request. GUEST ROOMS: 1 NIGHT • Rooms nestled on a hill and cottages ADULT LOW FROM £55 in the lush gardens all with dark FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 2 nights ADULT MID FROM £68 wood furniture and high ceilings. and reveive 1 further night free. ADULT HIGH FROM £95 • Each room has king-size or twin beds, Valid 01 Apr - 14 Jul 14 & 01 Sep - air conditioning, satellite TV, DVD/CD All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on 22 Dec 14. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on player, tea and coffee making enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 14 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - facilities, minibar, mini-fridge, FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights 22 Dec ’14, Mid season: 15 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 08 Jan ’15 - and receive 1 further night free. 31 Mar ’15, High season: 23 Dec ’14 - 07 Jan ’15. Room hairdryer, in-room safe, bathrobes Upgrade: Deluxe Hotel Room from £14 per night. Deluxe and balcony. Valid 15 Jul - 31 Aug 14. Cottage from £21 per night.
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PATTAYA, KOH SAMET & KOH CHANG Beach resort and entertainment mecca, Pattaya is Thailand’s playground. Easily
THAILAND reached from Bangkok, the get-away island of Koh Samet has some of the country's most beautiful beaches, while Koh Chang offers white sandy coves and a laid-back atmosphere.
GETTING AROUND The many local Baht buses make it cheap and easy to get Pattaya around. DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… • Seeing a cabaret show. These shows really epitomise the Rayong spirit of Pattaya. • Strolling down Walking Street, which offers good shopping Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa by day and a plethora of bars, restaurants and nightclubs by night.
Cape Dara THINGS TO SEE AND DO Centra Nova Amari Emeral For the active and adventurous, Pattaya will certainly keep you Amari Orchid Cove Hotel & Spa busy with every water sport imaginable, go-kart racing, golf Mecure Hotel courses, fishing and more. Dusit Thani Koh Chang Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL: Shared transfers from Bangkok to Pattaya take approximately 2 hours and cost from £23 per person return. Private transfers are also available from £28 extra per person return (min 2 FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 12 Hours people). Koh Chang can be reached via a short flight from GMT: +7 Hours Bangkok to Trat airport, followed by a short road and ferry CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential transfer. Information pages at the back of this brochure. Road transfers from Bangkok to Koh Samet take approximately 3 1/2 hours. Please ask your consultant for PATTAYA TOURS details.
NONG NOOCH VILLAGE CORAL ISLAND ALCAZAR CABARET SHOW If you like a touch of beauty and Looking out to sea from Pattaya Bay Experience one of the most popular culture, come to Nong Nooch you will see the largest of the nights out in Pattaya, which has to be Village. The village is set in stunning offshore islands, Ko Larn - Coral seen to be believed as all of the landscaped gardens with a natural Island. This full day tour includes performers on stage are men. lake, waterfall and one of the finest lunch and transfers. Your base for Thailand’s famous lady-boys take to collections of palms in the world. the day is Hat Tien beach. Here you the stage with beautiful costumes, Make your way to the Main can snorkel, swim or try the various fantastic stage sets and wonderful Auditorium for the excellent Thai water sports. Or simply relax and choreography. Your souvenir photos cultural show. A fun elephant display laze on the beach. Your only with the stars of the show will be a rounds off this spectacular afternoon. interruption will be a nice Thai lunch! major talking point back home! Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Evenings Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £21 Price from: Adult £22 Price from: Adult £17
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Deluxe Family Ocean Facing Room
HOTEL FACILITIES: 5 STAR CENTARA EARLYBIRD: Book by 31 Oct 14 • Water park with infinity pool, free GRAND MIRAGE form pool, lap pool, children’s pool, and receive special discounted rates. BEACH RESORT water slides and lazy river. Valid 01 Nov - 24 Dec 14. THAILAND • Kids’ club with daily activities Designed to recreate all the magic and programme. mystery of an ancient ‘lost world’ • Fitness centre and aerobics studio. building in dramatic Thai style, the • Water sports including diving, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort snorkelling, surfing and kayaking. makes an unforgettable first • Eight bars and restaurants offering formal and informal dining options impression. Enjoying an unsurpassed throughout the day. CENTARA GRAND MIRAGE BEACH RESORT PATTAYA oceanfront setting on a 230-metre stretch of pristine white sand, complete STAYING IN A DELUXE OCEAN FACING ROOM BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4-10 ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS with water park, luxury spa, water nights and receive up to the same 1 NIGHT sports and superb dining. number of further bonus nights ADULT LOW FROM £53 GUEST ROOMS: (compulsory breakfast payable on ADULT MID FROM £61 • Elegantly appointed rooms and suites free nights). Valid 16 Apr - 31 Oct ADULT HIGH FROM £101
featuring contemporary Thai decor on 14. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on a ‘lost world’ theme. EARLYBIRD: Book by 31 Mar 14 twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on • All rooms have private balcony or enquiry. Low season: 16 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: and receive special discounted rates. 01 Apr ’14 - 15 Apr ’14, 01 Nov ’14 - 24 Dec ’14, 01 Mar ’15 terrace overlooking the water park or - 10 Apr ’15, High season: 25 Dec ’14 - 06 Jan ’15. Room Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. Upgrade: Premium Deluxe Ocean Facing Room from £14 per ocean and en suite bathroom with night. Club Mirage Ocean Facing Room from £34 per night. deep bathtub or rainshower. Board Upgrade: Half Board from £24 per night.
leave you fully pampered and 4 STAR CENTARA EARLYBIRD: Book by 31 Mar 14 relaxed. NOVA HOTEL • Glow Restaurant is an all-day dining and receive special discounted rates. & SPA, PATTAYA option, with international and Thai Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. Book by cuisine which can be enjoyed indoors 31 Oct 14 and receive special In the heart of bustling Pattaya, the or on the terrace. The M Bar is a true discounted rates. Valid 01 Nov - 24 Centara Nova is a contemporary hotel, sports bar, complete with pool table, Dec 14. with good facilities, understated Nintendo Wii and WiFi, while the Lido luxurious accommodation and, at the Pool Bar is the ultimate cocktail spot. epicentre of the hotel, an amazing Spa • There is also a swimming pool, sauna and steam rooms, whirlpool, fitness Cenvaree wellbeing sanctuary. centre and WiFi. GUEST ROOMS: CENTARA NOVA RESORT & SPA • With a modern and stylish décor BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 - 10 STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM rooms feature clear crisp lines and soft nights and receive the same number ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS colour touches. of further bonus nights (compulsory 1 NIGHT • Deluxe Rooms feature air-conditioning, breakfast payable on bonus nights). ADULT LOW FROM £30 flat screen satellite television, minibar, Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. ADULT MID FROM £34 tea and coffee making facilities, WiFi, in-room safe, hairdryer and balcony BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights ADULT HIGH FROM £51 overlooking the pool. and receive up to 2 further bonus All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on nights (compulsory breakfast twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: HOTEL FACILITIES: payable on free nights). Valid 01 07 Jan ’14 - 28 Feb ’14, 01 Mar ’15- 10 Apr ’15, High season: 25 Dec ’14 - 06 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: 1 Bedroom • Spa Cenvaree offers a range of Nov - 24 Dec 14 & 01 - 31 Mar 15. Deluxe Suite from £29 per night. Board Upgrade: Half Board programs and treatments designed to from £16 per night. 67 GM_FE_1415_DEC_068.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:26 Page 68 PATTAYA, KOH SAMET KOH PATTAYA, CHANG & KOH Deluxe Room
HOTEL FACILITIES: 5 STAR CAPE DARA EARLYBIRD: Book at least 15 days • Open-air Radius restaurant offers Towering above the lush vegetation in buffet dining and dishes cooked in prior to arrival and receive special a quiet residential area in North Tandoori and pizza ovens; Ming Xing discounted rates. Valid 01 Nov 14 - Pattaya this stylish hotel is proud of its fine dining Cantonese restaurant; 31 Mar 15. superb menu of facilities for both café; bakery. adults and children. Rooms are • Two swimming pools, two beach and pool bars, karaoke lounge, spa, elegant, painted in natural neutral fitness centre, kids' club, playroom hues and draped in soft linens to and daily programme of beach and THAILAND ensure maximum comfort. Amongst pool activities. its five-star features are a beautiful swimming pool with swim-up bar, CAPE DARA state-of-the-art fitness centre, fine Pay for 4 nights STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM BONUS NIGHTS: ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS dining restaurant and private beach. and receive up to the same number 1 NIGHT of further bonus nights (compulsory GUEST ROOMS: breakfast payable on free nights). ADULT LOW FROM £49 • All rooms have balcony or terrace Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14 ADULT MID FROM £57 facing the bay and islands. ADULT HIGH FROM £82 • Amenities include 42" LCD TV, tea EARLYBIRD: Book at least 15 days All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin and coffee making facilities, minibar, prior to arrival and receive special share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. in-room safe, hairdryer, free Wi-Fi, discounted rates. Valid 01 Nov 14 - Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: 01 Nov ’14 - 27 Dec ’14, 11 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: bathrobes and slippers. 31 Mar 15. 28 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Corner Room from £7 per night. Deluxe Terrace from £20 per night.
Superior Room
4 STAR AMARI HOTEL FACILITIES: AMARI ORCHID • Seven dining options, including Matra STAYING IN A SUPERIOR GARDEN ROOM ORCHID Restaurant & Bar, Orchid Terrace al ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS fresco dining, ICE bar, and Tavern by The contemporary Amari Orchid sits 1 NIGHT the Sea. at the quieter, northern end of • Breeze Spa with extensive treatment ADULT LOW FROM £31 Pattaya's crescent-shaped bay. and therapy menu, plus Breeze Salon. ADULT MID FROM £36 Surrounded by beautiful gardens, this • Each wing has its own outdoor ADULT HIGH FROM £66 tranquil resort is a lush bolt-hole from swimming pool with Jacuzzi, plus a All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on everyday life, especially with the state-of-the-art fitness centre for each twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: addition of the luxurious Ocean wing. 01 Nov ’14 - 26 Dec ’14, 11 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - 10 Jan ’14, 27 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Tower, which offers greater exclusivity. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Garden Room from £8 per night. FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights Deluxe Ocean View Room from £21 per night. Board GUEST ROOMS: and receive up to 3 extra nights free. Upgrades: Breakfast from £20 per night. Half Board from £54 per night. • Garden Wing guest rooms are airy Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. and bright, outfitted in modern Asian EARLYBIRD: Book by 28 Feb 14 style, with extra-high ceilings and large windows for maximum natural and receive a complimentary light, views over the garden or pool. upgrade. Valid 01 Apr - 31 Jul 14 in Décor features natural wood, vibrant Deluxe Tower Rooms only. Book by local fabric and tropical blossom. 31 May 14 and receive a • Amenities include air-conditioning, complimentary upgrade. Valid 01 tea and coffee making facilities, Aug 13 - 31 Oct 13 in Deluxe Tower satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer and Rooms only. room service. 68 GM_FE_1415_DEC_069.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:47 Page 69 PATTAYA, KOH SAMET & KOH CHANG
Club Grand Twin Room
5 STAR DUSIT THANI • On higher floors, Club Grand Rooms offer further luxuries and have a large FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 6 nights PATTAYA balcony with stunning sea views. and receive 1 further night free. • Club Rooms offer enhanced benefits Valid 01 Nov - 23 Dec 14 & 11 Jan THAILAND From its two beachfront locations on such as complimentary daily breakfast - 31 Mar 15 in Superior Garden a long strip of sandy beach, the Dusit and exclusive access to the Dusit and Sea View Rooms. Thani Pattaya resort enjoys Club Lounge for afternoon tea and magnificent, uninterrupted views of complimentary evening drinks. the Gulf of Thailand. This luxurious hotel continuously upgrades its HOTEL FACILITIES: products and facilities and combines • The Lagoon Bar serves cocktails and DUSIT THANI PATTAYA comfortable surroundings with a live music is played in the Lobby Lounge. STAYING IN A DELUXE GARDEN VIEW ROOM relaxing atmosphere at a very ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS reasonable price. Located on the • Two swimming pools, four floodlit tennis courts, spa, fitness centre with 1 NIGHT northern end of Pattaya Beach Road, sauna, restaurants, Kids Corner and ADULT LOW FROM £52 it offers true peace and quiet, yet all a daily shuttle to Bangkok. ADULT MID FROM £61 the attractions of lively Pattaya are ADULT HIGH FROM £88 within easy reach. FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 to 10 All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on nights and receive up to the same twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on GUEST ROOMS: ’ ’ number of extra nights free. Valid enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr 14 - 31 Oct 14, Mid season: • Amenities include air-conditioning, 11 Jan ’15 - 28 Feb ’15, High season: 24 Nov ’14 - 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14 in Superior 10 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Sea View Room from £9 satellite TV, minibar and safe. per night. Club Sea View from £43 per night. Club Grand • Deluxe Rooms have either a garden Garden and Sea View Rooms. Room from £84 per night. Board Upgrades: Half Board from or sea view. £27 per night. Full Board from £51 per night.
Deluxe Room
3 STAR MERCURE HOTEL FACILITIES: FREE NIGHTS: Stay for 7 nights • A choice of restaurants includes the HOTEL and only pay for 5. Valid 01 Apr - indoor, air-conditioned M Café and 31 Oct 14. PATTAYA Bistro serving international favourites and Cappuccino serving pizza and EARLYBIRD: Book at least 60 days The Mercure is located in the centre of pasta on an outdoor terrace. prior to arrival and receive special the city, next to the prime dining and • Large freeform pool. discounted rates. Valid 01 Nov - 18 entertainment areas. The beach is just • Access to sauna and fitness centre Dec 14 & 18 Jan - 31 Mar 15. a few minutes’ walk away and the nearby. best shopping malls and boutiques • Access to over 22 golf courses of are also close by. Road transfers take championship calibre, just an hour’s drive away. MERCURE PATTAYA just two hours from Bangkok Airport. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS GUEST ROOMS: HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS • Each room has air-conditioning, safe 1 NIGHT • Close to dining and entertainment deposit box, satellite TV and WiFi ADULT LOW FROM £26 access. Some also have video games. • Large pool ADULT MID FROM £30 • 24-hour room service. • Great value ADULT HIGH FROM £32
All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: 18 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, 01 Nov ’14 - 18 Dec ’14, High season: 19 Dec ’14 - 17 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £3 per night. Board Upgrades: Half Board from £16 per night. Full Board from £30 per night.
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70 THAILAND PATTAYA, KOH SAMET & KOH CHANG 4 STAR 4 STAR • Cottages andVillashaveadistinctive GUEST ROOMS: stay.one-of-a-kind hotel’s ownprivatebeach,thisisa infinity pool,nottomentionthe choice ofdiningandthebeautiful the delightfulaccommodationto haven forrestandrelaxation.From amidst thelushhills,Le Vimarnisa In awonderfulbeachsidesetting • Facilities includeprivate bathroom • Deluxe andOcean Facing GUEST ROOMS: are withineasywalkingdistance. mountains. Local barsandrestaurants views ofthecoveandnearby Emerald Coveprovidespanoramic Marine Park. Inaquietbay, theAmari belonging totheKoh Chang National the largestinagroupof47islands stunning marinelife,Koh Chang is Acclaimed foritsrainforestsand Deluxe Room and complimentarybottledwater. making facilities,refrigerator, minibar TV, DVD player, coffeeandtea materials. Facilities includesatellite the useofnaturalandindigenous island style,whichfocusesheavilyon with bathandseparateshower, TV, Thai designinfluences. furniture anddécorreflectingmodern rooms havebeautiful,solidwood SPA, KOH SAMET & COTTAGES LE VIMARN CHANG COVE, KOH EMERALD AMARI request. regular ferriestoKoh Chang. Prices on approx 1hour. From Trat thereare take approx5hours.Flights Road transfers fromBangkoktoTrat GETTING THERE: • Breeze Spa,offeringacomplete • Swimming pool,Jacuzzi,children’s • Three restaurants,onewithan HOTEL FACILITIES: treatments. range ofmassage,bodyandfacial room. centreandfitness pool, scuba-diving outdoor terraceandtwobars. facilities andair-conditioning. safe, minibar, teaandcoffeemaking speedboat departsanhourearlier. approx 20minutes.Return 1.30pm and4.00pmtakes to Le Vimarndepartsat11.00am, Hotels speedboatfromBanPhePier Rayong takeapprox3.5hours. Road transfersfromBangkokto GETTING THERE: • Other amenitiesincludethe • Dining optionsincludethe HOTEL FACILTIES: centre andsteamroom. motorised watersports,fitness outdoor swimmingpool,non hotel’s ownprivatebeach, specialities atBuzz. and ItaliancuisineThai beachfront O, servingbreakfast Deluxe Cottage ca aigRo rm£4prnight. per £14 from Room Facing Ocean Dec 24 season: A A rm£8prnight. per £28 from Dec 20 season: wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be Nov will May Prices 01 only. 01 guide season: Low a enquiry. are and share, twin wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be Nov will Apr Prices 01 16 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll Villa only. 30 Apr15inDeluxeCottage&Spa 01 May-19Dec14&11Jan and receive2extranightsfree.Valid PayFREE NIGHTS: for5nights 4pm. Valid 16Apr-31Oct14. complimentary latecheck-out until SPECIAL OFFER: Valid 16 Apr-31Oct14. and receive1furthernightfree. FREE NIGHTS: MR MRL OEKHCHANG KOH COVE EMERALD AMARI ’ ’ 4-2 Dec 23 - 14 4-1 Dec 19 - 14 TYN NADLX COTTAGE DELUXE A IN STAYING NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON TYN NADLX ROOM DELUXE A IN STAYING ’ ’ 4-1 Jan 10 - 14 4-0 Jan 05 - 14 ’ ’ EVIMARN LE 4 6Jan 06 14, 4 1Jan 11 14, Pay for3nights ’ ’ ’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 5 omUgae p Villa Spa Upgrade: Room 15. Receive a 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ’ ‘ ‘ 5 omUgae Deluxe Upgrade: Room 15. from from ’ ’ 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 5-3 Apr 30 - 15 ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ ’ £118 4 i season: Mid 14, 4 i season: Mid 14, £60 £63 £96 £97 £52 ’ ’ 5 High 15, 5 High 15, GM_FE_1415_DEC_071.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:31 Page 71 HUA HIN & CHA-AM HUA
HUA HIN & CHA-AM
On the sunrise side of the Gulf of
THAILAND Thailand, the peaceful, unspoilt fishing towns of Hua Hin and Cha-Am provide an idyllic retreat; relaxing, beautiful and charming.
GETTING AROUND Hotel shuttle buses will take you around the resort area, GULF OF THAILAND which covers a 28km stretch of coastline. In Hua Hin you can Pattaya try a traditional rickshaw. Cha-Am The Regent Resort Cha-Am DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… • Taking a trip to one of the nearby National Parks to see the Dusit Thani Resort Hua Hin area’s natural landscape and wildlife. Anantara Resort & Spa, Hua Hin • Visiting Hua Hin in the evening to wander round the Night Rest Detail Market and dine at one of the seafood restaurants on stilts Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa Hua Hin over the sea. Centra Grand Resort & Villas Hyatt Regency, Hua Hin THINGS TO SEE AND DO Ibis Hua Hin Combine history and culture by taking afternoon tea at the charming colonial Centara Grand Resort and Villas, formerly the Railway Hotel, which is one of the oldest hotels in the Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa Kingdom. Golfers are in for a treat as several of Thailand’s Hotel De La Paix best golf courses are within easy reach.
GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL: FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 12 Hours Private transfers from Bangkok hotel or airport take GMT: +7 Hours approximately 3 hours and cost from £94 per person return CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential (min 2 people). Information pages at the back of this brochure.
HUA HIN & CHA-AM TOURS
SAM ROI YOD NATIONAL PARK PALA U WATERFALL TOUR PETCHABURI SUMMER PALACE Your visit to the National Park takes After trekking through unspoilt The first stop on this tour is the in a coconut farm, pineapple butterfly filled rainforest, you’ll arrive 1,000 year old temple of Wat plantation and a fishing village, at a small lagoon where you can Kamphaeng Laeng. At Phra Nakhon where you can take a boat trip to see swim with wild crab fish. After lunch, Khiri, continue by cable car to visit the stunning Phraya Nakhon cave experience beautiful waterfalls and the beautiful Summer Palace of King and pavilion built by King Rama V. jungle surroundings, where wild Rama IV, which was the setting for The park is best known for its monkeys and birds can be heard the famous movie, The King & I. distinctive limestone pinnacles and its and sometimes spotted. Sports shoes After lunch, you continue to Khao wetlands provide a sanctuary for and swimwear are a must for this Luang Cave which houses no less birds flying in from Siberia to tour. than 170 Buddha images, then enjoy Sumatra. Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily some free time to explore. Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £48 Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £48 Price from: Adult £74
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5 STAR DUSIT THANI • Dusit Club Rooms have a premium DUSIT THANI HUA HIN location and offer panoramic views. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM HUA HIN Benefits include access to the Dusit ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS Club Lounge, complimentary buffet Commanding an unspoilt beachfront 1 NIGHT breakfast as well as pre-dinner drinks. location, the spectacular Dusit Thani ADULT LOW FROM £56 Hua Hin combines sumptuous HOTEL FACILITIES: ADULT MID FROM £63 comfort with wondrous Thai-modern • Four restaurants and a brasserie-style ADULT HIGH FROM £106
classic style. An ornamental lake, lily coffee shop offer a range of cuisine All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin pond and tropical gardens surround and all have stunning water views. share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry.
THAILAND Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: 01 Nov ’14 the sparkling swimming pools. • Two large swimming pools plus - 19 Dec ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: children’s pool, floodlit tennis courts, 01 Jan ’14 - 10 Jan ’14, 20 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Room Conveniently situated less than two Upgrade: Lanai Room from £9 per night. Board Upgrades: and a half hours drive from Bangkok. squash courts, gym, sauna, Jacuzzi, Breakfast from £16 per night. Half Board from £42 per night. horse riding and watersports. GUEST ROOMS: • Signature Devarana Spa. • Well-appointed rooms and suites feature private balconies with views FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 to 15 over the Gulf of Thailand or tropical nights and receive up to the same gardens. number of extra nights free • Room features include air- (compulsory breakfast payable on conditioning, satellite TV, electronic bonus nights). Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct safe, tea and coffee making facilities 14 in Superior and Lanai Rooms and minibar. only.
Guest Room
5 STAR HYATT making facilities, telephone, safe, HYATT REGENCY HUA HIN hairdryer and minibar. STAYING IN A GUEST ROOM REGENCY ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS HOTEL FACILITIES: HUA HIN 1 NIGHT • A selection of innovative restaurants. A relaxing getaway, the Hyatt Regency • River pool with a waterfall flowing ADULT LOW FROM £65 Hua Hin sits on a 250 metre-long into an interconnecting lagoon pool, ADULT MID FROM £80 stretch of beach, making it the longest freeform pool with water slide and ADULT HIGH FROM £157 beach resort in Hua Hin. Decorated unique children’s beach pool. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on • Health and fitness centre, games twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on with light wood furnishings and enquiry. Low season: 26 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: room, tennis court and a variety of ’ ’ ’ ’ ’ original works of art, the delightful 05 Jan 14 - 25 Apr 14, 01 Nov 14 - 26 Dec 14, 05 Jan 15 - water sports. 31 Mar ’15, High season: 27 Dec ’14 - 04 Jan ’15. Room rooms are peaceful and comfortable. Upgrade: Regency Club Room from £41 per night. The Barai • Children’s club. Balcony Suite from £135 per night. Five minutes’ drive from this haven of calm lies the centre of Hua Hin with its many attractions. BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights and receive up to the same number GUEST ROOMS: of extra nights free (compulsory • Upper-floor rooms offer a private breakfast payable on bonus nights). balcony and ground-floor rooms Valid 26 Apr - 31 Oct 14. feature an extended living room area. • All feature a spacious bathroom with a separate shower stall, air- conditioning, flatscreen LCD TV, mp3 docking station, coffee and tea
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5 STAR HILTON HUA HIN RESORT & SPA A leading Resort & Spa hotel with its beachfront and heart of town location, secluded gardens and unrivalled sea views from every room/balcony, a wide range of dining options and in close proximity to exciting night markets, cafes, restaurants as well as scenic golf courses.
GUEST ROOMS: • Recently decorated in a warm, contemporary Thai style, all rooms and suites have a spacious private balcony with spectacular views over the Gulf of Thailand. • Amenities include en-suite facilities, air-conditioning, satellite TV and safe. • Spacious Bay Rooms offer contemporary, Thai-style décor, a separate seating area and WiFi access. • Bright and airy Gulf Rooms boast extra space, separate dressing room, King Deluxe Room generous seating area with sofa and a large bathroom with walk-in shower. • Club Room with Executive Club • Large lagoon-shaped swimming pool, HILTON HUA HIN RESORT & SPA watersports and activities on offer, Lounge and benefits on 17th floor STAYING IN A BAY ROOM wuth unrivalled views from its balcony, tennis, squash courts and billiards. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS • The Spa is recognised to provide complimentary breakfast and free Wi- 1 NIGHT Fi. professional treatments including Thai massage and rejuvanating facials. ADULT LOW FROM £60 HOTEL FACILITIES: • Children’s activities: Kids’ Club with ADULT MID FROM £90 • Five main dining options; The Market activities and water slide. ADULT HIGH FROM £136 serving Thai and Italian cuisine, Chay • Eight world-class golf courses and All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on Had oceanfront sunset grill, White horse riding are available nearby. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Mar ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: Lotus Cantonese restaurant and Hua 08 Jan ’14 - 28 Feb ’14, 08 Jan ’15 - 28 Feb ’15, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - 06 Jan ’14, 25 Dec ’14 - 06 Jan ’15. Room Hin Brewing Company serving steaks Upgrade: Deluxe Bay Room from £8 per night. Gulf Room from and pub favourites. World News serves FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights £20 per night. Board Upgrades: Half Board from £24 per up premium coffees. and receive up to 2 extra nights free. night. Full Board from £38 per night. • Five bars including Aqua Pool Bar and Valid 16 Apr - 24 Dec 14. Sunset Beach swim-up bar, Lotus Sky Bar with exotic cocktails and unrivalled EARLYBIRD: Book by 28 Feb 14 views, SOS Tugboat Bar next to a busy and receive special discounted rates. alley with ice cold beverages. Valid 16 Apr - 31 Oct 14.
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facilities, satellite TV, minibar, 5 STAR CENTARA BONUS NIGHT: Pay for 5 nights refrigerator and safe. GRAND BEACH and receive up to 2 bonus nights RESORT & HOTEL FACILITIES: (compulsory breakfast supplement • Dining options include alfresco meals payable on bonus nights). Valid 01 VILLAS at the Palm Pavilion and the Railway Nov - 24 Dec 14 & 01 - 31 Mar 15. Overlooking Hua Hin’s picturesque Brasserie. • The Museum Lounge, overlooking the beach and surrounded by 16 hectares gardens, serves afternoon tea and of landscaped gardens, the Centara long, cool cocktails. THAILAND Grand Resort & Villas offers a • Two putting greens, four swimming remarkable holiday setting and pools, children’s playground and Spa CENTARA GRAND BEACH RESORT & VILLAS unsurpassed luxury. Richly decorated Cenvaree. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM with Thai silks and polished • Two kids' clubs; Camp Safari and ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS Ezone. hardwood to evoke the glamorous 1 NIGHT spirit of the 1920s. BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights ADULT LOW FROM £79 GUEST ROOMS: or more and receive up to the same ADULT MID FROM £106 • Rooms are furnished with rich Thai number of extra bonus nights ADULT HIGH FROM £171 silks, cottons and antique fans and (compulsory breakfast supplement All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on each has a terrace or balcony with twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on payable on bonus nights). Valid 01 enquiry. Low season: 01 Mar ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - spectacular views. Apr - 31 Oct 14. 15 Apr ’14, Mid season: 07 Jan ’14 - 28 Feb ’14, 07 Jan ’15 - • Amenities include en-suite facilities, 18 Feb ’15, High season: 25 Dec ’14 - 06 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £7 per night. Board Upgrades: telephone, tea and coffee making Half Board from £32 per night.
Lagoon room
4 STAR ANANTARA HOTEL FACILITIES: ANANTARA RESORT HUA HIN • Seven restaurants and bars include STAYING IN A DELUXE GARDEN VIEW DELUXE HUA HIN Baan Thalia specialising in Italian ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS cuisine. Rim Nam serves Thai cuisine. RESORT & SPA 1 NIGHT International meals and barbecues on On the sands of its private beach on the beach or poolside are also ADULT LOW FROM £42 the Gulf of Thailand lies the available and the Sala Siam lounge ADULT MID FROM £53 Anantara. Its charming blend of serves cocktails and snacks while ADULT HIGH FROM £94 traditional Thai architecture, exotic offering evening entertainment. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin • Two pools, tennis court, fitness centre, share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. interiors and 14 acres of natural Low season: 01 May ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: 01 Apr ’14 water sports and the stunning ’ ’ ’ tropical gardens creates a luxurious, - 30 Apr 14, High season: 21 Dec 14 - 05 Jan 15. Room Anantara Spa. Upgrade: Premium Garden View from £8 per night. secluded and romantic hideaway.
GUEST ROOMS: EARLYBIRD: Book at least 45 days • Premium rooms and suites sit in a prior to arrival and receive special rustic village setting and are decorated with teak and rattan discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 20 furniture and Thai silk bedspreads. Dec 14 & 06 Jan - 31 Mar 15. • Elegant Lagoon Rooms feature private terraces overlooking lotus- covered lagoons. • Facilities include air-conditioning, TV, high speed Internet access, minibar and tea and coffee making facilities.
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Pool Village
docking station with latest update play 4 STAR REST DETAIL FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 3 nights and hit lists, bar, tea and coffee DELUXE making facilities, in-room safe, and receive up to 1 extra night free. hairdryer, bathrobes, beach Valid 17 Apr - 31 Oct 14. THAILAND Overlooking the Gulf of Siam this accessories and 'erb' Thai spa boutique beachfront resort is furnished amenities set. with sleek wood, contemporary lighting and splashes of colour. Indulgent HOTEL FACILITIES: features are provided for your pleasure • Restaurant Scene open for lunch and including pavilions on the beach and dinner serving Thai and Mediterranean daybeds around the pool. Nothing is delights and barbecued seafood in the too much trouble for the affable staff evenings, Restaurant Gastro has a who will immerse you in genuine Thai garden setting and uses the freshest REST DETAIL hospitality. Foodies will relish the ingredients to produce delicious STAYING IN A REST GREEN ROOM buffets and Rest Presso offers high ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS sublime specialities created in the teas. 1 NIGHT restaurants here. • Two swimming pools, spa, DVD library, ADULT LOW FROM £53 yoga, painting classes, massage GUEST ROOMS: ADULT MID FROM £57 classes, cocktail mixing and Thai • A choice of luxurious, spacious rooms cookery. ADULT HIGH FROM £74 ranging from one to four bedrooms all All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on uniquely decorated. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on • Rooms are equipped with padded silk enquiry. Low season: 17 Apr ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, Mid season: 01 Apr ’14 - 16 Apr ’14, High season: 24 Dec ’14 - duvet, satellite TV, DVD player, iPod 04 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Pool Village Room from £46 per night. Board Upgrade: Half Board from £41 per night.
Standard Room
in-room safe and hairdryer. The 3 STAR IBIS HUA HIN FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 3 nights spacious Family Rooms feature a Centrally located, close to Cicada double bed plus bunk beds, and receive up to 1 extra night free. Market, Hua Hin Village and just five PlayStation® and children’s toys. Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. minutes walk from the beach, the Ibis EARLY BIRD: Book at least 60 days Hua Hin is the only international HOTEL FACILITIES: prior to arrival and receive special value brand in Hua Hin. • Taste Restaurant serving fabulous discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 31 buffet breakfasts each morning while Contemporary yet simple Oct 14. every evening you can sample accommodation is comfortable and delicious local dishes, tapas style. bright and there’s a good range of • Further amenities include a lobby facilities to enjoy on-site. lounge, outdoor swimming pool, WiFi throughout the resort, shuttle bus GUEST ROOMS: service, complimentary parking. • Modern and well designed, rooms IBIS HUA HIN feature wooden floors, with subtle STAYING IN A STANDARD ROOM colour décor highlighted by modern ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS artwork to the walls. 1 NIGHT • Standard rooms feature air ADULT LOW FROM £19 conditioning, double or twin beds, ADULT HIGH FROM £30 LCD television, tea and coffee All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on making facilities, refrigerator, WiFi, twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 24 Dec ’14, 06 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 25 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Family Room from £7 per night. Board Upgrade: Half Board from £9 per night.
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76 THAILAND HUA HIN & CHA-AM 4 STAR 5 STAR • or Studios arefurnishedwithking-size GUEST ROOMS: most fashionable. anyone seekingseasidechicatits enhances theexperience.Idealfor steps isimpressiveandmoodlighting the hotel'sentrancewithwhitemarble element hasbeenconsideredeven landcaped gardensandpools.Every softened byapaletteofwoods, shapes andgeometriclinesare of Thailand'sleadingarchitectssolid the HoteldelaPaix; designedbyone Prepare forafeastthesensesat • Superior andDeluxe Rooms are GUEST ROOMS: for familiesandcouplesalike. pleasant climateallyearround, ideal With thewarmseabreeze,itenjoysa resort apartfromothersinthearea. for thefamilytoenjoytogethersetthis and sparklingsea.Extensivefacilities Cha-Am andoverlookswhitesand kilometres fromthetowncentreof with families,itissituatedjustseven welcoming, hotel.Popular low-rise magnificent settingforthis of naturaltropicalgardensprovidea An unspoiltbeachfrontand40acres coffee makingfacilities,minibar in-built hometheatresystem,teaand amenities including42"flat-screen TV, twin bedsandfeatureluxury pool andgardenviews. situated intheMainWing andoffer BEACH RESORT CHA-AM THE REGENT PAIX HOTEL DELA • Two largeswimmingpoolswith • Guests cansinkintooneofthecomfy • Three restaurantsincludingan HOTEL FACILITIES: • All roomsconsistofdoubleortwin • Two swimmingpools,oneadults-only, • Motion restaurantservingThaiand HOTEL FACILITIES: whirlpool. family, Regency Pool andoutdoor recreational facilitiesforthewhole squash courtsaswellnumerous separate children’s section,tennis and evening. chairs intheBreezybar shop. Western fusionanda24-hourcoffee all daydiningrestaurantAsianand Thai diningalldaylong, plus Sukana as Yellowtails, offeringcosyAsianand Restaurant onthebeachfront,aswell international menuatFluxo private balconyorpatio. facilities, refrigerator, hairdryerand screen TV, teaandcoffeemaking beds, air-conditioning, satelliteflat children. treatments andlibrarywithgamesfor knowledge intopersonalised latest organicnutritionandhealth spa wheretherapistscombinethe The Red Bar, ahiphangout. dishes withaMediterraneantwist. Loft restaurantcreatinginnovative international cuisine,rooftopClouds shower. custom bathproductsandrain Wi-Fi, hairdryer, bathrobes,slippers, (restocked daily),in-roomsafe,free olVlafo 9 e ih.BadUgae afBadfrom Board Half night. Upgrade: per Board £33 night. per £96 from Villa Pool Jan 05 e ih.Hl or rm£8prngt ulBadfo £58 from Board Full night. per night. £38 £15 from per from Board Breakfast Half Upgrades: night. Board per night. per £8 from Room Dec 20 season: A A wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be Apr will Apr Prices 01 16 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be Nov will Apr Prices 01 16 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll Oct 14. discounted rates.Valid 01May-31 prior toarrivalandreceivespecial EARLY Bookatleast60days BIRD: 31 Mar15. Valid 01Apr-22Dec14&06Jan and receiveupto1extranightfree. FREE NIGHTS: Deluxe Rooms. 16 Apr-31Oct14.InSuperiorand number ofextranightsfree.Valid nights andreceiveuptothesame FREE NIGHTS: H EETBAHRSR H AM CHA RESORT BEACH REGENT THE ’ 5 omUgae adnRo rm£ e night. per £3 from Room Garden Upgrade: Room 15. ’ ’ 4-1 Dec 19 - 14 4-1 Apr 15 - 14 TYN NAHRZNROOM HORIZON A IN STAYING TYN NASPRO ROOM SUPERIOR A IN STAYING NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON ’ 4-1 Jan 10 - 14 OE EL PAIX LA DE HOTEL ’ 4 1Jan 11 14, ’ 4 ihsao:2 Dec 23 season: High 14, Pay for3nights Pay for4to7 ’ ’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ’ ‘ ‘ 5 omUgae Deluxe Upgrade: Room 15. from from ’ 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ ’ 4 i season: Mid 14, 4 i season: Mid 14, £46 £33 £98 £68 £29 £57 Superior Room ’ 5 High 15, ’ 4- 14 GM_FE_1415_DEC_077.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:36 Page 77 I & KOH LANTA I & KOH KRA B
KRABI & KOH LANTA Set in an unspoilt region of outstanding natural beauty, Krabi is one of Southern Thailand’s most idyllic beach resorts and has a gentle, laid-back feel. 'The south's best kept secret', is how Koh THAILAND Lanta has been described. With its abundance of graceful palms, quiet beaches and inviting water, it's like stepping into paradise.
GETTING AROUND Local taxis, minibuses and hotel shuttle services will take you KRABI where you want to go. You can also take a longtail boat up Sofitel Krabi and down the coast or out to the offshore islands. Phokeethra Holiday Inn Ao Nang DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… Ao Nang Beach • Visiting Krabi Town, the compact and charming provincial Sheraton Krabi Krabi Town Beach Resort Centara Anda Dhevi capital. Centara Grand • Cruising to the Railay Bay area, only accessible from the Beach Resort & Villas sea, where there is a superb beach.
Rayavadee THINGS TO DO AND SEE The adventurous can try their hand at rock climbing and the Phi Phi waters in and around Krabi offer some of the best diving in Thailand. The natural scenery is some of Thailand’s most Pimalai Resort & Spa breathtaking and beautiful, ranging from rainforests, jungle and mangrove forests to rocky cliffs and outcrops. Koh Lanta GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL Shared transfers from Krabi Airport take approximately 30 FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 13 Hours via Bangkok minutes and and cost from £22 per person return. Private GMT: +7 Hours transfers are also available from £5 extra per person return CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential (min 2 people). The Pimalai Resort on Koh Lanta is best Information pages at the back of this brochure. reached via flights to Krabi. From here it is approximately a 2 hour, 15 minute road and boat transfer to the resort. Prices KRABI TOURS from £107 per person return.
FOUR ISLANDS BY SPEEDBOAT HONG ISLAND BY SPEEDBOAT PHI PHI ISLANDS Ideal for swimming and snorkelling Hong Island is famous for The Phi Phi Islands lie off the coast of lovers, this trip cruises to Tub and snorkelling, kayaking and game Krabi. The trip begins on uninhabited Moh Island to see a natural sand bar fishing. You’ll first try your hand at Phi Phi Le where you’ll visit the that links the two islands at low tide. fishing. After arriving at Hong Island, beautiful Maya Bay, the location for You then head over to Chicken and you’re free to explore the secret the movie "The Beach", before going Poda Islands where you can snorkel lagoon. After a seafood barbecue to the Viking Cave where swallows and see the colourful fish and coral. lunch, the afternoon is spent at Pak nests are still harvested to make Later on, we take you to the Railay Bia and the Lading Islands where you bird’s nest soup. On to Phi Phi Don, Peninsula to see the renowned rock can snorkel or laze on the deserted we’ll take you to the spectacular formations. beaches. bays of Nui and Loh Samah. Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £33 Price from: Adult £40 Price from: Adult £41
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78 THAILAND KRABI & KOH LANTA 5 STAR DELUXE 5 STAR • All featureair-conditioning, minibar, • Each pavilionhasaprivateoutdoor GUEST ROOMS: ambience. materials tocaptureaThai-style pavilions, furnishedinrichnatural features 98individualtwo-storey holiday. Thisextremelyexclusivehotel provides amemorablestarttoyour by boat;a20-minutejourneythat headland, theRayavadeeisreached on Krabi’sstunningPhranang Built discreetlyamongcoconuttrees • Modern amenitiesinclude air- • Rooms featureaprivatebalconywith GUEST ROOMS: escape, relaxandreinvigorate. unspoilt havenistheperfectspotto Promising warmThaihospitality, this with atropicalflavoureddecor. beautifully withThaidesigninfluences of lowrisebuildingsintertwined harmoniously spreadoutineightunits 240 GuestroomsandSuitesare white sandsofKlongMuangBeach. Resort opensontothe1.8kmpristine paradise, TheSheratonKrabiBeach Set in16acresofuntouchedtropical DVD andCDplayer. telephone, hairdryer, safe,TVwith tea andcoffeemakingfacilities, luxurious ensuitefacilities. and upper-floor bedroomwith terrace, spaciousground-floorlounge natural environment. views ofthelandscapedgrounds and RESORT KRABI BEACH SHERATON RAYAVADEE • Mandara Spaofferscenturies-old • Tennis court,library, twoswimming • An eclecticselectionofrestaurants HOTEL FACILITIES: • Club Rooms offeraccesstotheClub • Outstanding pool,theRayavadee • Raya Diningservesaselectionof HOTEL FACILITIES: Dec 14&11Jan-31Mar15. extra nightsfree.Valid 01Nov-23 for 5nightsandreceiveupto2 and receive1extranightfree.Pay FREE NIGHTS: Valid 01Apr-31Oct14. and receiveupto3extranightsfree. extra nightsfree.Pay for5nights for 4nightsandreceiveupto2 and receive1extranightfree.Pay FREE NIGHTS: beauty treatments. Asian healingremediesandholistic fitness centre. state-of-the-art organised tripstotheislandsand lessons, table tennis,scuba-diving pools, non-motorisedwatersports, cellar. vintages fromanextensivewine dining, complementedbyfine Indian, Royal Thai andinroom options suchasinternational,Italian, and barsofferawiderangeofdining afternoon teaandcocktailhour. refreshments throughouttheday, Lounge, withcomplimentary hairdryer, minibarandsafe. tea andcoffeemakingfacilities, conditioning, satelliteTV, telephone, and tenniscourts. Spa, fitnesscentre,Jacuzzi,squash are availableatTheGrotto. light mealsandeveningbarbecues Raitalay Terrace offersaselectionof offers Thaiandseafooddishes,the international cuisine,KruaPhranang Pay for3nights Pay for3nights A A wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be will Apr Prices 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin ih.BadUgae:Hl or rm£0prngt Full per night. £30 per from £30 night. Room from per Club £49 Board from Deluxe Half Board night. Upgrades: Board per night. £8 from Room on confirmed be will Apr Prices 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin night. per £162 from Dec 24 season: 5Dec 25 1Nov 01 -31Mar Jan 05 DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll Facing. Mar 15inDeluxeandSea 01 Apr-24Dec14&05Jan31 number ofextrabonusnights.Valid nights andreceiveuptothesame FREE NIGHTS: ’ 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ’ 4-0 Jan 04 - 14 ’ 4-2 Dec 23 - 14 HRTNKAIBAHRESORT BEACH KRABI SHERATON TYN NADLX PAVILION DELUXE A IN STAYING ’ NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON 5 ihsao:0 Jan 01 season: High 15, TYN NADLX ROOM DELUXE A IN STAYING ’ 4-1 Jan 10 - 14 ’ 4 1Nov 01 14, ’ 5 omUgae eueSaFacing Sea Deluxe Upgrade: Room 15. ’ RAYAVADEE 4 1Jan 11 14, Pay for3to8 ’ 5 omUgae p Pavilion Spa Upgrade: Room 15. ’ ’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ‘ ‘ from from ’ 4-2 Dec 24 - 14 ’ 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per ’ 4-0 Jan 04 - 14 NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ ’ Terrace Pavillion £106 £155 £136 £352 £176 4 i season: Mid 14, 4 i season: Mid 14, £84 ’ 4 5Jan 05 14, Deluxe Room ’ 5 High 15, ’ ’ 14, 15 GM_FE_1415_DEC_079.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:47 Page 79 KRABI & KOH LANTA THAILAND
5 STAR CENTARA GRAND BEACH RESORT & VILLAS KRABI Opening straight onto an expanse of pristine white sands lapped by crystal clear waters, with stunning views of intriguing limestone formations, the Centara Grand Beach Resort is simply idyllic. Offering a fantastic selection of on-site restaurants and bars serving incredible Asian delicacies and for fashionable late-night cocktails, there is no shortage of places to indulge discerning appetites. Guests will be spoilt for anywhere else with the beautiful beach but Centara’s swimming pools offer an alternative place to swim and relax. After a day of indulging in every way, guests can be assured their accommodation is of the highest calibre with everything required to ensure an excellent night’s sleep.
GUEST ROOMS: • Amenities include broadband, safe, minibar, hairdryer, tea and coffee into their signature treatments. maker and satellite TV with CENTARA GRAND BEACH RESORT & VILLAS • Swimming pools, water sports international channels. STAYING IN A DELUXE GARDEN VIEW ROOM activities including a PADI dive centre, • All rooms feature either a sea or ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS health and fitness suite and WiFi garden view and either private 1 NIGHT access in all public areas. balconies or patios. • Complimentary non-motorised ADULT LOW FROM £82 • The Club offers unrivalled levels of watersports. ADULT MID FROM £133 facilities and services with exclusive Club Lounge access including five ADULT HIGH FROM £163 meal services per day and two-hour BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 3 to 10 All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on open bar. nights, receive up to the same enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: number of extra bonus nights 07 Jan ’15 - 28 Feb ’15, High season: 25 Dec ’14 - 06 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Ocean Facing Room HOTEL FACILITIES: (compulsory breakfast payable on from £4 per night. Premium Deluxe Ocean Facing Room from • Restaurants and bars include Deep Blu £8 per night. Spa Deluxe Ocean Facing Room from £18 per bonus nights). Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct night. Board Upgrade: Half Board from £26 per night. Bar & Lounge, serving cocktails, On 14. The Rocks, a beach bar and grill, Lotus Court Restaurant, offering international BONUS NIGHT: Pay for 5 to 10 EARLYBIRD: Book by 31 Mar 14 and Asian cuisine, Hagi Japanese and nights and receive up to the same and receive special discounted rates. the Rim Saai Restaurant, serving Thai number of extra bonus nights Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. Book by and seafood cuisine. (compulsory breakfast payable on 31 Oct 14 and receive special • The SPA Cenvaree offers indulgent bonus nights). Valid 01 Nov - 24 discounted rates. Valid 01 Nov - 24 treatments within relaxing surroundings Dec 14 & 07 Jan - 31 Mar 15. Dec 14. incorporating water and aromatherapy 79 GM_FE_1415_DEC_080.qxp:Layout 125/10/1315:40Page80
80 THAILAND KRABI & KOH LANTA DELUXE 4 STAR 4 STAR • All roomsareair-conditioned with • 276 guestroomsandsuites, GUEST ROOMS: further. ideal asabaseforexploringKrabi pampering andindulgence.Also wish tobeactiveorwhocrave has agreatdealtoofferguestswho modern, freshguestrooms,thisresort promises eleganceandvariety. With jungle, theSofitelKrabiPhokeethra formations, platinumsandanddense coastline withitsjaggedrock Overlooking thebreathtakingKrabi • Rooms aresetwithinexistingtwolow- GUEST ROOMS: memorable affair. ensure yourholidayisarelaxedand atmosphere pervadesthroughout,to natural surroundings,theharmonious easily accessible.Blendingwiththe amidst lushtropicalfoliage,makingit located onthebeachfrontatAoNang, Holiday InnResortKrabiisideally Opening inNovember2012,the Superior Room ocean views. bathroom. Mostofferspectacular satellite TV, minibarandcomplete and varnishedwood. elegantly appointedwithfreshtones atmosphere. a touchofcolourcreaterestful much useofnaturalmaterialsand with rise wingsandfournewwings,making BEACH AO NANG HOLIDAY INN SOFITEL KRABI RESORT KRABI • Well-equipped SoSPA with • Three barsandcafésincludingthe • Four restaurantsservinginternational, HOTEL FACILITIES: • Variety ofactivities including • Spa featuringarangeoftreatments diningrestaurant,withagreat • All-day • The HolidayInnResort offersthe HOTEL FACILITIES: • Rooms comeinachoiceofking- - 31Mar15. Valid 01Nov-23Dec14&06Jan and receiveupto2extranightsfree. FREE NIGHTS: track. golfcourseandjogging nine-hole swimming pool,WiFi, kids’club, treatments, fitnesscentre,outdoor L'Occitane andsignaturemassage with dailylivemusic. serving aperitifs,tapasandcocktails Explore bar, anelegantpianobar swim-up Koh Poda barandthe environments. fine diningandlessformal Italian andregionalcuisineinboth snorkelling ordivingnearby. and massages. view ofthebeach,plusapoolbar. framed bythe173roomsandsuites. largest swimmingpoolinKrabi, shower experience. the resort.Refresh withrainforest privacy ofyourroomandthroughout stay connectedwithfreeWi-Fi inthe Relax onyourprivatebalconyand large flatscreenTVwithDVD player. size ortwosinglebedoptionswith Pay for5nights 4Dec Dec 24 23 enquiry. on - confirmed Apr be 01 will Prices season: only. Low guide a are and share, A A omfo 7prngt olAcs omfo 1 e night. per £14 from Room Access Pool night. per £7 from Room 5Jan on 05 confirmed be will Apr Prices 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin 1Nov 01 DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll only. Premier Pool ViewandPool Access Superior, Premier GardenView, 14 &11Feb -31Mar15 in Feb -31Mar14,01Nov20Dec receive 1extranightfree.Valid 11 FREE NIGHT: Pay for6nightsand TYN NAPEIRGRE IWROOM VIEW GARDEN PREMIER A IN STAYING ’ 5 omUgae uuyRo rm£0prnight. per £10 from Room Luxury Upgrade: Room 15. ’ 4-1 Jan 10 - 14 ’ 4-2 Dec 23 - 14 ’ TYN NASPRO ROOM SUPERIOR A IN STAYING 4 1Mar 01 14, NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON OIE RB PHOKEETHRA KRABI SOFITEL OIA N ONANG AO INN HOLIDAY ’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ’ 5 omUgae rme olView Pool Premier Upgrade: Room 15. ’ ’ 4 ihsao:2 Dec 24 season: High 14, 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 ‘ ’ from’ 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ’ ‘ 4 i esn 1Nov 01 season: Mid 14, from e esn ae ntwin on based person, per ’ e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ 5 ihseason: High 15, ’ £115 4 i season: Mid 14, £51 £29 £65 £78 £78 ’ 4- 14 ’ 14 GM_FE_1415_DEC_081.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:49 Page 81 KRABI & KOH LANTA
Deluxe Garden View Room
4 STAR CENTARA HOTEL FACILITIES: CENTARA ANDA DHEVI • Palm Court serving authentic Thai STAYING IN A DELUXE GARDEN VIEW ROOM ANDA DHEVI dishes with a covered outdoor terrace; ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS swim-up pool bar serving snacks. THAILAND Elegance and comfort is the focus at 1 NIGHT • Large swimming pool, fitness centre Centara Anda Dhevi, situated a and Camp Safari kids' club. ADULT LOW FROM £32 hundred metres from Nopparat Thara • Spa Cenvaree offering an extensive ADULT MID FROM £42 Beach and a fifteen minute walk from menu of local and international ADULT HIGH FROM £65
Ao Nang Beach. A selection of high massages. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on quality facilities and sophisticated twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: rooms decorated in earthy tones and BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights 01 Nov ’14 - 24 Dec ’14, High season: 25 Dec ’14 - 06 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Pool View Room from £3 showcasing custom-made furnishings. or more and receive up to the same per night. Board Upgrade: Half Board from £18 per night. An award-winning spa and stunning number of extra bonus nights 43-metre swimming pool are two of (compulsory breakfast supplement the finest features. payable on bonus nights). Valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 14. GUEST ROOMS: • All rooms have a furnished balcony BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 6 nights or terrace facing the pool or garden. and receive 1 bonus night • Facilities include air conditioning, flat- (compulsory breakfast supplement screen satellite TV, Wi-Fi, minibar, rain payable on bonus nights) Valid 01 shower and separate bath tub. Nov - 24 Dec 14 & 07 Jan - 10 Apr 15.
Deluxe Room
5 STAR PIMALAI HOTEL FACILITIES: PIMALAI RESORT & SPA • A wide choice of restaurants offer STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM RESORT & SPA, Western, Thai and seafood cuisines. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS • Free WiFi available throughout the KOH LANTA 1 NIGHT resort. Just off the coast of Krabi, Pimalai • Two superb infinity-edge pools with ADULT LOW FROM £62 Resort & Spa is a superb boutique Jacuzzi, children’s pool, Thai cooking ADULT MID FROM £111 resort on the untouched island of lessons, excursions to nearby islands, ADULT HIGH FROM £205 Lanta Yai, one of Southern Thailand’s scuba-diving centre, fitness room, All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on spa, jungle walk, sailing, windsurfing, twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on last undisturbed islands. Set in its own enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, Mid season: snorkelling, tennis and cycling. 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, 01 Nov ’14 - 20 Dec ’14, 11 Jan ’15 secluded bay, this is the perfect place - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 21 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Room for relaxation in a secluded, though GETTING THERE: Upgrade: Bayfront Deluxe Room from £29 per night. always lively setting. Private car to/from Krabi and speedboat transfers can be arranged. GUEST ROOMS: • Accommodation types include elegantly appointed Rooms and EARLYBIRD: Book at least 60 days Suites set in 16 small southern Thai- prior to arrival and receive special style houses and a selection of stunning Pool Villas. discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 20 Dec 14 & 11 Jan - 31 Mar 15.
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As this corner of Asia has changed little DISCOVER MYANMAR since British colonial times the Republic of the Union of Myanmar or Burma is a MYANMAR fascinating destination with incredible sights. The landscape is mainly rural and forested, scattered with timeless villages where horse and cart are still the main transport, women wear traditional make-up and men wear skirt-like longyi (cloth).
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84 MYANMAR unforgettable memoriesawait. and teahousestomultitalentedmonks, with tattooedfaces.From sacredstupas stars andspirited,elderlyChinwomen men whoaremorereveredthanrock Only inMyanmarcanyoufindholy MYANMAR floating villagesandgardens. picturesque lakeisamesmerizingbeautybestknownforits style oflegrowing on stiltsandtravellingacrossthelakeusingtheirbizarre people, whoactuallyliveonthelake,buildingtheirhouses The shallowwatersofInleLake arehometotheIntha INLE LAKE cradle ofMyanmar renovated pagodasandtemplesisalsoknownasthe sites inSoutheastAsia.Baganpreservesover2,000well- ancient capital,itisalsooneoftherichestarchaeological Bagan isunquestionablyoneofthe'mustsees'inAsia.An Less famousthanthetemplesatAngkororBorobodur, BAGAN . At1,328mabovesealevel,thisvast ’s culture. Mandalay isMyanmar The capitaloftheBurmesekingdombeforecolonialera, MANDALAY for preciousstonesandadmirestatelybuildings. monks areeasytospot.Explorestimulatingmarkets,search Burmese Buddhists,andamongstthethrongsorange to theiconicShwedagonP commercial hubofthecountry. Thisenergeticcityishome The formercapitalofMyanmarisstillthelargestcityand YANGON established theircapitals. and MingunwheretheKongboung Dynastykings several ancientcapitalssuchasAmarapura,Sagaing, Ava structure.Nearby,surrounding thefortress-like thereare Palace boastsfinelybuiltwallsandbeautifulmoats ’s secondlargestcity agoda, themostsacredsitefor . TheoldR -robed oyal GM_FE_1415_DEC_085.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:27 Page 85
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GETTING AROUND Myanmar is a deceptively large country and few roads are of good quality, so flights are the quickest way to cover longer distances. Where flying is not an option we Mandalay suggest private vehicles or river journeys. The train network is fairly extensive but is not Bagan Inle Lake comfortable and rarely convenient. Vehicles used in Myanmar are generally of an MYANMAR older manufacturing date (which can be 10- 15 years back) as the import of new vehicles is currently not possible or prohibitively expensive, given the current economic situation in Myanmar.
Ngapali Beach THAILAND DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… Savoy Hotel • Visiting the glittering gold Shwedagon Pagoda also known as the Golden Temple. INDIAN Kandawgyi Palace Hotel OCEAN Yangon Built between the 6th-10th Centuries it sits atop Singuttara Hill housing many relics. Traders Hotel • Head to the plains of Bagan where thousands of temples and monuments stand. BAY OF Each is unique and a popular way to explore these historical wonders is by bicycle. MARTABAN • Take an excursion to the balancing boulder stupa, Kyaiktiyo (or Golden Rock) on the edge of a cliff at the top of Mt Kyaikto. FLIGHT TIME: Approimately 14 hours • Sip tea sweetened with condensed milk at a teahouse with locals. GMT: + 6.5 Hours CURRENCY: Kyat (MMK) only available LOCAL LOWDOWN in Myanmar. US Dollars commonly Money: Only some upscale restaurants and some hotels accept credit cards but it is accepted not recommended to rely on this as the internet often shuts down making payment by CLIMATE INFORMATION can be card impossible. Travellers Cheques cannot be used in Myanmar and there are very found in the Essential Information pages few ATM's. We recommend taking all the currency required in US Dollars to exchange at the back of this brochure. in to Kyat as needed. Staying in Touch: Internet access is still in its development stages and not reliable. The connections can be extremely slow at times so patience is required! Internet is also regulated in Myanmar and the access to some websites is filtered or impossible. Mobile phones will NOT work in Myanmar as it currently has no roaming agreement with any country. SIM cards for visitors are available that will work with any GSM handset and are valid for 30 days within date of activation.
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Mandalay Bagan YANGON
Cruising gently along the Ayeyarwady River, The Road To Mandalay accesses the INDIAN unique sights, scents and sounds of Myanmar in Orient-Express style and luxury. From the royal city of Mandalay, this beautiful craft voyages south to the ancient OCEAN Yangon capital of Bagan, with its 2,500 pagodas spread across a dusty plain. There is no more pleasurable way to experience Myanmar. BAY OF MARTABAN On board you can enjoy an acclaimed gourmet menu of Eastern and Western delicacies, all served with Burmese courtesy and charm. Buffet-style lunch is served
MYANMAR on the Observation Deck or in the restaurant in seven different themes: Burmese, ROAD TO MANDALAY Shan, Thai, Indonesian, Chinese, Indian and European. Dinners are served in the LUXURY CRUISE restaurant, at a time to suit you, and offer a choice of dishes to suit all tastes. A collection of carefully selected European and Australian wines are also available to DURATION: 4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS compliment your meal. At the end of a day of discovery, guests may also retire to the Piano Bar for an evening in the company of fellow travellers, while enjoying the DEPARTS: 2014: 8 JAN; 15 JAN; musical talents of the local pianist. 22 JAN; 29 JAN; 5 FEB; 12 FEB; 19 FEB; 26 FEB; 5 MAR; 12 MAR; Your Cabin 19 MAR; 26 MAR; 2 APR; 23 APR; Inside this graceful river cruiser the emphasis rests on traditional comfort combined 23 JUL; 1 OCT; 8 OCT; 15 OCT; with delightful luxury. The spacious en suite cabins are fully air-conditioned and 22 OCT; 29 OCT; 5 NOV; 12 furnished with the most beautiful fabrics, finest linens and softest towels. Superior NOV; 19 NOV; 26 NOV; 3 DEC, cabins come with twin beds and offer all the comfort needed to fully enjoy the 10 DEC & 19 DEC. Irrawaddy River cruise. As with all cabins on board, they are external and display a PRICE FROM: £1818 large window to admire the on going scenery when cruising. The 16 Deluxe cabins are larger than Superior, are twin bedded and have been fully designed to optimise Price includes: space and offer views through three windows. The State cabins are the most popular • Domestic flights cabin type on the Road To Mandalay. Larger than Deluxe, amenities include • Transfers twin/double beds, dressing table, armchair and wardrobe space. All cabins feature • Table d'hote meals • Sightseeing and excursions a small personal safe, satellite television, en-suite bathroom and shower amenities. • Entrance fees and English speaking guide Price does not include: • International flights
DAY 1: Yangon to Mandalay DAY 3: Bagan DAY 4: Bagan to Yangon Take a morning domestic flight from The ship arrives at Bagan where over After an early breakfast you are Yangon to Mandalay. Transfer to the 2,000 temples and pagodas are transferred to Bagan airport for your Road To Mandalay berthed on the scattered on an awe-inspiring plain onward flight to Yangon. Ayeyarwady River at Shwe Kyet Yet. After beside the river. A guided orientation Please note: This tour is available in lunch, enjoy a guided tour of the key tour introduces you to the most reverse, as a 5 Day / 4 night itinerary. sights of Mandalay regarded as the important temples. After lunch you’ve Departs Bagan 2014: 11 Jan; 18 Jan; centre of Burmese culture and Buddhist an opportunity to rejoin the guide and 25 Jan; 1 Feb; 8 Feb; 15 Feb; 22 Feb; learning. Return to Road To Mandalay visit the inside of some of the more 1 Mar; 8 Mar; 15 Mar; 22 Mar; 29 for dinner and local entertainment in significant pagodas. Alternatively, you Mar; 5 Apr; 26 Apr; 3 May; 26 Jul; 2 the evening. can hire a bicycle or horse-drawn cart Aug; 4 Oct; 11 Oct; 18 Oct; 25 Oct; and explore this fascinating area on DAY 2: Sagaing 1 Nov; 8 Nov; 15 Nov; 22 Nov; 29 your own. Late afternoon your guide Nov; 6 Dec, 13 Dec & 22 Dec.. Prices After an early breakfast visit Sagaing, takes you to see the breathtaking vista available on request. the living centre of the Buddhist faith in of the sun setting over the plain. Dinner Myanmar and famous for its silversmiths and local entertainment on board. who still work in much the same way as their ancestors did. The ship gets underway mid-morning, and begins its journey south. The rest of the day is spent relaxing on board observing the local river life from the top deck. An on- board guide lectures on local places and customs. A casual cocktail party is followed by dinner on board.
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DAY 3: Kyalkthiyo to Bago to DAY 10: Monywa to Po Win Taung THE VERY BEST OF Yangon to Pakkoku to Bagan MYANMAR This morning return to base camp by Depart Monywa after breakfast and DURATION: 14 DAYS | 13 the same route then drive to Bago, the proceed to Po Win Taung NIGHTS former capital of the Mon kingdom. (approximately one hour drive) to see MYANMAR Begin at the local market then visit the complex of 947 sandstone caves DEPARTS: DAILY Shwethalyaung Temple and the Mon- dug out of the hills. Then, resume your PRICE FROM: £1920 style Shwemawdaw Pagoda. On the journey to Pakokku (one hour), arriving way back to Yangon, stop at the Allied in time for lunch at a local restaurant Price includes: War Cemetery near Htaukkyan, the (not included). Proceed to the jetty and • Airport transfers final resting place for over 27,000 board a private local boat in Pakkoku • 13 nights superior class accommodation with daily breakfast Allied soldiers. for a leisurely, two hour cruise down • Other meals as specified (L = lunch) Hotel: Chatrium, Kandawgyi Palace, river to Bagan. Upon reaching the • Domestic flights Park Royal (or similar) shores of Bagan, transfer to the hotel. • Entrance fees and English speaking guide Hotel: Hotel @ Tharabar Gate, Price does not include: DAY 4: Yangon to Heho to Inle Lake • International flights Areindamar, Bagan Sanctuary (or This morning fly to Heho and from similar) here, a scenic one-hour drive leads to DAY 11: Bagan This comprehensive itinerary Nyaung Shwe. Board a private combines Myanmar’s essential motorboat and visit Phaung Daw Oo Today's excursion visits a range of sites, highlights with less visited Pagoda. including grand temples and craft destinations including Kyaikhtiyo ’s Hotel: Inle Resort, Villa Inle, Myanmar workshops providing a great overview stunning Golden Rock, Mingun and Treasure (or similar) of Bagan's history, culture and lifestyles. the cave temples and traditional Take a break for lunch and return to DAY 5: Inle Lake and In Dein villages near Monywa. A great way your hotel for a short rest, escaping the to get a taste of rural Burma, this Today enjoy a trip on Inle Lake visiting extreme heat of the midday sun. Late private tour does include more the morning market and the village of this afternoon we'll take a relaxing horse remote areas where In Dein. Overnight Inle Lake. cart ride through the temple area, accommodation and infrastructure passing many monuments, fields and DAY 6: Inle Lake to Heho to are more basic but adventurous houses. Stop at an elevated temple and Mandalay spirits will enjoy the rewards! climb atop to watch the sun set over the Enjoy breakfast and a leisurely morning plains. Overnight in Bagan. DAY 1: Yangon at your hotel. Around midday transfer to DAY 12: Bagan Optional Trips Heho Airport for the flight to Mandalay. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. After Hotel: Mandalay Hill Resort, Shwe Pyi Today there are three different lunch visit Kyaukhtatgyi Pagoda, home Thar, Sedona (or similar) excursions to choose from. Follow in the to a 70-metre long reclining Buddha. tracks of King Anawrahta on the Swe Next your tour goes to Kandawgyi Park. DAY 7: Mandalay Daw La Su Legendary Tour, take a Here you will see the glittering Karaweik After breakfast at the hotel, depart for break from temple touring and visit barge, a replica of the royal barge. an excursion around Mandalay to Mount Popa and Salay or explore rural Continue to Shwedagon Pagoda the explore the former capitals of Ava, Myanmar by bike for the more most revered Buddhist temple in Sagaing and Amarapura. Return to energetic. Overnight in Bagan. Myanmar. Hotel: Chatrium, Kandawgyi Mandalay late this afternoon. Overnight Palace, Parkroyal (or similar) DAY 13: Bagan to Yangon in Mandalay. DAY 2: Yangon to Kyalkhtiyo and This morning transfer to the Nyaung U DAY 8: Mandalay Golden Rock Airport for your flight to Yangon. Upon After breakfast, transfer to the jetty and arrival your guide and driver will greet Depart Yangon early for a journey by board a private local boat for a cruise you and transfer to your hotel for check road (approximately five hours) to on the Irrawaddy River to Mingun to in. After freshening up, venture Kyaikhtiyo and the Golden Rock. Late take in the main sites including downtown to explore the city centre and morning, arrive at Kyaikhtiyo base Hsinbyume Pagoda. Enjoy lunch on its fabulous mix of architecture and camp. Travel by local, open-air truck board before returning to Mandalay to sites. Overnight in Yangon. along a winding road (45 minutes) visit Mahamuni and Kuthodaw where you'll be dropped off at the DAY 14: Depart Yangon Pagodas. Overnight in Mandalay. junction camp to travel the final Today is at leisure until transferring to distance to Golden Rock on foot. DAY 9: Mandalay to Monywa the airport for your onward flight. Marvel at the huge boulder covered by gold leaf, delicately balanced on the Depart for a three hour drive to edge of a cliff. Monywa, a typical Burmese town on the Hotel: Mountain Top or Golden Rock banks of the Chindwin River, reaching (or similar) Monywa at midday. This afternoon you will have the chance to see the largest standing Buddha in the world. Hotel: Win Unity Resort Hotel (or similar)
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DAY 1: Yangon for a tour passing Thatbyinnyu, the MYANMAR AT A GLANCE highest temple in Bagan, massive Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. After ESCORTED TOUR Dhammayangyi Temple, noted for its lunch visit Kyaukhtatgyi Pagoda, home remarkable brickwork, and Sulamani DURATION: 10 DAYS | 9 NIGHTS to a 70-metre long reclining Buddha. Temple. Enjoy an unforgettable sunset MYANMAR Continue to Shwedagon Pagoda the over the plains from the upper terrace DEPARTS: DAILY most revered Buddhist temple in of one of the temples. Hotel: Hotel @ Myanmar. PRICES FROM: £918 Tharabar Gate, Areindamar, Bagan Hotel: Chatrium, Kandawgyi Palace, Sanctuary (or similar) Price includes: Parkroyal (or similar) • Airport transfers DAYS 6-7: Bagan • Nine nights Superior class accommodation with DAY 2: Yangon daily breakfast Two days at your leisure to explore on • Other meals as specified Today is at your leisure to explore on your own or simply relax at your hotel. • Domestic flights your own. Overnight in Yangon. • Sightseeing and excursions as detailed Overnight in Bagan. • Entrance fee and English speaking guide DAY 3: Yangon to Mandalay Price does not include: DAY 8: Bagan to Heho to Inle Lake • International flights Early transfer to the airport for your After breakfast, transfer to Nyaung U flight to Mandalay. Upon arrival, begin A relaxed itinerary with plenty of Airport for a flight to Heho. From Heho, your sightseeing tour of Mandalay with leisure time, allowing you to enjoy a scenic one-hour drive leads to a visit to Mahamuni Pagoda, home to the perfect introduction to Nyaung Shwe, the gateway village to one of the country’s most revered Myanmar’s captivating highlights. Inle Lake. Along the way, stop at the Buddha images. Mandalay is well Visit bustling markets, ancient wooden Shwe Yan Pyay Monastery known for its skilled craftsmen and as temples, colonial streets and the which features beautiful carvings and a you tour traditional workshops, you will scenic vistas of Inle Lake. collection of Buddha images. Upon learn more about the city’s cottage reaching the edges of Inle Lake, board industries. This afternoon, continue your a private motorboat to head out to one tour of Mandalay with a visit to of Myanmar’s most spectacular sights. Kuthodaw Pagoda, whose 729 marble Pass villages built on stilts over the lake, stone slabs of Buddhist scriptures have inhabited by the local Intha people. earned it the title ‘World’s Biggest Observe the leg-rowing fishermen and Book’. Continue to Shwenandaw see their floating gardens built up from Monastery, the only remaining building strips of water hyacinth and mud and from the 19th century Royal Palace. anchored to the bottom with bamboo Hotel: Mandalay Hill Resort, Shwe Pyi poles. Visit Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, Thar, Sedona (or similar) the lake’s main sanctuary, which DAY 4: Mandalay contains five sacred Buddha images covered in gold leaf. Explore the local Today is at your leisure to explore on crafts of Inle Lake with a stop at the your own. Overnight in Mandalay. weaving village of Inpawkhone and a DAY 5: Mandalay to Bagan cheroot factory, where the typical Burmese cigars are made by hand. If After breakfast, transfer to the airport time permits, there may be time for a for the flight to Bagan (Nyaung Oo). short walk through one of the lakeside On arrival, your journey begins with a villages. Hotel: Inle Resort, Villa Inle, visit to an elevated temple, then Myanmar Treasure (or similar) continue to the colourful Nyaung Oo Market. Visit nearby Wetkyi-In DAY 9: Inle Lake at leisure Gubyaukgyi, a cave temple with Today is free at your leisure to enjoy the exquisite jataka mural paintings and the lake and its environs. We can arrange a elegant Htilominlo Temple. Continue to full day on the lake with a guide to visit Ananda Temple, an architectural the morning markets, villages and other masterpiece and one of Bagan’s most sites. beautiful temples. Built in the early Mon-style, Ananda contains two unique DAY 10: Inle Lake to Heho to Buddha images whose expressions Yangon seem to change depending on the This morning transfer to the Heho distance from which the statue is airport for your flight to Yangon. viewed. From here, travel by horse cart Connect to your onward international flight. Alternatively, talk to us about extending your stay in Yangon.
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MYANMAR YANGON
This is the perfect place to relax before DAYS 2-3: Ngapali NGAPALI BEACH BREAK or after a tour. There is a beautiful, Enjoy two full days at leisure in Ngapali. unspoilt stretch of coast and Ngapali DURATION: 4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS Daily breakfast is served and there are also has a bustling market and cliff top options for snorkelling, boat trips or DEPARTS: DAILY, OCT-APR pagodas, making this region well worth bike rides. exploring. PRICES FROM: £636
MYANMAR DAY 4: Ngapali to Thandwe DAY 1: Thandwe to Ngapali Price includes: After breakfast, enjoy a few more hours • Airport transfers Upon arriving at Thandwe Airport, you of relaxation before departing to • Three nights Superior Class accommodation with will be greeted and transferred to daily breakfast Thandwe airport for your onward flight. • Domestic flights Ngapali Beach, a 20 minute drive. Price does not include: Ngapali Beach is a quiet three- • International flights kilometre stretch of white sands lined by coconut palms. The warm, clear waters are perfect for water sports such as snorkelling and there are several small islands around which can be reached by boat. Hotel: (3 nights) Amazing Nagapali, Amata Resort (or similar).
Deluxe Room
4 STAR SAVOY HOTEL, HOTEL FACILITIES: SAVOY HOTEL, YANGON • Kipling's Restaurant and Terrace STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM DELUXE YANGON serving Asian and Western cuisine; ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS Café Yangon for traditional high tea; Within easy reach of the Shwedagon 1 NIGHT Captain's Bar showing sports events Pagoda, close to the People's Park this on large screens. ADULT LOW FROM £122 boutique hotel, bursts with character • Outdoor swimming pool; massage ADULT MID FROM £139 and is an absolute gem. Its colonial and beauty treatments; weekly live All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on architecture, and rooms adorned in music; boutique selling fine textiles twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, Mid season: teak and Myanmar antiques add to and jewellery; 24hr room service; 01 Jan ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. the atmosphere of a bygone era. 24hr reception; laundry service. A delightful pool area shaded by tall trees is the perfect resting spot away HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS from the bustling city and the tantalising food options will excite • Boutique, colonial design any palette. • Attentive service • Excellent dining GUEST ROOMS: • Deluxe rooms feature air conditioning, satellite TV with in- house movies, minibar, Wi-FI, mini-room safe, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers and welcome drink.
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4 STAR KANDAWGYI HOTEL FACILITIES: KANDAWGYI PALACE HOTEL • Taste Paradise Chinese Restaurant, STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM PALACE HOTEL Agnes, French Fine Dining Room, ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS Thiri Café and Terrace, 24hr MYANMAR Surrounded by the lush greenery of 1 NIGHT restaurant serving international and the natural rainforest, with century-old local cuisine, lobby lounge and bar, ADULT LOW FROM £87 trees, this boutique hotel has one of Nagar Pool Terrace and Bar. ADULT MID FROM £108 the most prestigious settings, right on • Outdoor swimming pool overlooking All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on Kandawgyi or Royal Lake. The famed the lake, spa, jogging track, Wi-Fi twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 30 Sep ’14, Mid season: Shwedagon Pagoda is two minutes internet access, 24hr room service, 01 Jan ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, 01 Oct ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room away and Yangon centre is five 24hr reception. Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £9 per night. minutes away placing visitors within easy reach of the major attractions. HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Renowned for fine hospitality it is one of Myanmar's premier hotels. • Amazing waterfront location • Historic building GUEST ROOMS: • Excellent service • 208 rooms and suites decorated in rich colours. • Superior rooms feature air conditioning, satellite flat-screen TV, minibar, in-room safe, hairdryer and views of the garden.
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4 STAR TRADERS access; in-room safe, minibar, iron, TRADERS HOTEL, YANGON ironing board, hairdryer and views of STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM HOTEL, the city, pagoda or river. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS YANGON 1 NIGHT HOTEL FACILITIES: The Traders Hotel, Yangon is the • Summer Palace Cantonese restaurant ADULT LOW FROM £87 epitome of refinement and elegance; serving lunch and dinner, Traders All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on rooms are spacious and have a Café serving international fare 24hrs, enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. classic style while public areas are Gallery Bar & Restaurant serving light furnished in rich fabrics and grand meals, Peacock Lounge. • Swimming pool, whirlpool, fitness light features. Dining is an centre, sauna, steam room, internet experienced not to be missed as the access, shopping arcade and 24hr hotel has gained a reputation for its room service. exceptional dishes and staff provide personal service to make you feel special. HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS • Central location GUEST ROOMS: • Excellent staff • 334 elegant rooms and suites. • Deluxe rooms include air • Fantastic cuisine conditioning, satellite TV with in- house movie channels, tea and coffee making facilities, broadband internet
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DISCOVER Vietnam and Cambodia can be found amid
the fishing boats and geological wonders of INDOCHINA INDOCHINA the S-shaped south-east Asia coast. Both countries share a war-torn history intermingled with breathtaking landscapes and pastoral communities inspiring many travellers to experience this enchanting corner of Asia.
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VIETNAM
Vietnam offers countless new experiences and is brimming with ancient temples, extraordinary history and untouched natural wonders. Discover historic Hue and Hoi An, explore the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, cruise INDOCHINA majestic Halong Bay and the verdant Mekong Delta or simply relax on miles of pristine beaches.
HANOI & THE NORTH CENTRAL COAST & BEACHES With its vital fusion of the east and colonial west Hanoi is Overlooking the magnificent offshore islands and one of Asia's most fascinating cities. Wander through the 36 fascinating coral reefs of the South China Sea, Vietnam’s streets in the Old Quarter, plunder the markets for souvenirs beaches are some of the best in the world, ideal for relaxing and witness the artisans working on their crafts. A cruise by the beach or perusing the marine life through a snorkel. through the stunning scenery of Halong Bay is a must. Danang, Hoi An and Mui Ne all make great places to relax before, during or after your tour.
HO CHI MINH CITY MEKONG DELTA Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam’s largest city and undisputed Perhaps the most scenic river in Asia, the Mekong is also the commercial capital. It is a dynamic city that is currently most vibrant. There is so much to see along the river enjoying the fruits of Vietnam’s economic boom - lavish including local villages and countless temples. Explore life hotels, decadent restaurants and trendy nightspots are on the river and its banks and experience the hustle and continually added to the cityscape. bustle of the delta's famous floating markets.
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VIETNAM INDOCHINA
GETTING AROUND Cycling is commonplace and travelling by pedalcabs or cyclo is especially good in Hanoi or Hue. Naturally, the only way to experience rural Vietnam is by boat. River tours of the Mekong Hue Da Nang region offer incredible views of this historic country. Hoi An SOUTH LAOS CHINA SEA THAILAND DON'T LEAVE WITHOUT... VIETNAM • Taking a cruise on Halong Bay. Halong Bay is one of the world’s natural wonders and is arguably the most beautiful CAMBODIA Nha Trang tourist destination in Vietnam. The bay features more than
Phan Thiet one thousand wondrous limestone karsts and islands of various sizes and shapes. • Travelling to Thuan An Beach near Hue, famed for being one of the world’s most beautiful. • Visiting the Cu Chi Tunnels. A sprawling underground tunnel network, Cu Chi, in its entirety, stretched for over 200km from Ho Chi Minh City all the way to the FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 12½ hours to Ho Chi Minh Cambodian border. City GMT: + 8 Hours THINGS TO SEE AND DO CURRENCY: Vietnamese Dong Souvenir shopping in Central Vietnam can be a fun CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential experience as many of the streets in Hue and Da Nang are Information pages at the back of this brochure. lined with stalls - remember to barter. The Mekong Delta, South of Ho Chi Minh is a must. It is how you expect Vietnam to be; pointed hats, lush green rice paddies and waterways. Most of the interest of the place resides in its floating markets VIETNAM TOURS and the life around the rivers.
CHARMING & HISTORIC HANOI CAO DAI TEMPLE & CU CHI HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR A full-day city tour of Vietnam’s TUNNELS A full day tour begins with a visit to capital. The tour includes sights such Enjoy a morning drive through the the Thien Hau Temple. Continue to as Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum south Vietnamese countryside to Tay Binh Tay Market. After lunch, visit the (closed Mon and Fri and Oct-Nov), Ninh. Visit the Cao Dai Great Temple War Remnants or History Museum and the Temple of Literature and Tran and its incredible architecture. After a the former Presidential Palace, from Quoc Pagoda on the edge of West local restaurant lunch, visit the Cu Chi there choose to walk or drive to the Lake. Later, travel by cyclo through Tunnels, an incredible underground major sights of Ho Chi Minh City Hanoi’s Old Quarter to the Lake of network constructed by Vietnamese including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Restored Sword. resistance fighters during the struggle Opera House, City Hall and many Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily for independence. more. Price from: Adult £93 Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily, Ho Price from: Adult £54 Chi Minh City Price from: £76
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96 INDOCHINA VITENAM • Internationalflights Price DoesNotInclude: • Domesticflights • Entrancefeesformentionedvisits • Allsightseeingandexcursionsasdetailed • Mealsasspecified • 2dayscruise • 9nightshotelaccommodationwithbreakfast Price Includes: PRICE FROM:£1212 DEPARTS: DAILY NIGHTS DURATION: 11DAYS |10 ESCORTED TOUR HIGHLIGHTS OFVIETNAM board. OvernightonHalongBay the karstformations.Dinnerservedon boat setsanchorforthenightamong and/or activitiesorrelaxonboard.The bay itself be servedwhilecruisingtowardsthe Bay Leave HanoiforthedrivetoHalong DAY 4:HanoitoHalongBay Overnight inHanoi. marvel atthethreestructures. climb uptoBichDongPagoda and leisurely cruise.You maygettimeto After lunchboardasampanfor Tam CocTown foraVietnameselunch. Hanh andHoaLu Citadel.Continueto An, takeawalkingtouroftheancient and 8thcenturies.UponreturntoHoi the capitalofChampabetween4th way backtoHoiAnstopatT Champa Kingdom,MySon.Onthe and religiouscentreoftheformer Today, takeahalfdayvisittothecapital DAY 6:HoiAntoMySon An Overnight inHoiAn. former majorAsiantradingport. arrival inDanangtransfertoHoiAn,a airport foryourflighttoDanang. On painter ThanhChuong. Transfer tothe P mausoleum ofHoChiMinh,TheOne Full dayvisitingthegrandandsolemn DAY 2:Hanoi Hanoi. day isatyourleisure.Overnightin transferred toyourhotel.Therestofthe You willbemetonarrivalinHanoiand DAY 1:Hanoi Chuong Pa or Haiphong Disembark andtransferbacktoHanoi to DanangHoiAn DAY 5:HalongBaytoNoiBaiAiport Overnight onHalongBay. Dinh T Visit thetemplesdedicatedtoEmperor Depart earlyforthedrivetoHoaLu. DAY 3:HanoitoHoaLu Overnight inHanoi. day withawaterpuppetshow. the bustlingOldQuarterandend fascinating EthnologyMuseumExplore temple, QuanThanhpagodaandthe Literature, West Lake’s Tran Quoc illar P . Onarrivalatyourjettyalunchwill ien HoangandEmperorL agoda, thebeautifulT . Thisafternoonenjoyvisits lace, thehomeandstudioof , stoppingatThanh emple of ra Kieu, e . Dai before climbingovertheP Danang andvisittheChamMuseum the ancientCitadel.Drivethrough of Vietnam.T An forHue,theformerimperialcapital Free atownleisure beforeleavingHoi DAY 7:HoiAntoHue Overnight inHoiAn. hall andthecolourfulmarket. Covered Bridge,aChinesecommunal discover thearea Cholon, theChinatowndistrict,to Ho ChiMinhCity Transfer toHueAirportforyourflight DAY 9:HuetoHoChiMinhCity Dong BaMarket.OvernightinHue. End thedaystrollingaroundvibrant Mang’s tombandKhaiDinh’s Tomb. Perfume River, formeremperorMinh (Celestial Lady) Pagoda overlookingthe used torelax.ContinueonThienMu toTinh Tam Lake wheretheEmperors take acyclothroughdainoi‘ where theNguyenDynastyruledthen Start thedayatImperialCitadel DAY 8:Hue Hue. fishing villageofLang Co.Overnightin Clouds anddroppingdowntothe your onwardflight. transfer toT sightseeing orshoppinguntilyour The dayisatyourleisureforlast-minute Day 11:HoChiMinhCity Ho ChiMinhCity. will belocalMekongstyle.Overnightin cruise toDongHoaHiepIsland.Lunch are made.R rice’, ricepaperandcoconutcandies Next touracottagefactorywhere‘pop for acruiseofCaiBefloatingmarket. of CaiBe.Onarrivalboardyourboat Leave HoChiMinhforthedeltatown Mekong Delta-toHoChiMinhCity DAY 10:HoChiMinhCityto Chi MinhCity. House andCityHall.OvernightinHo Khoi Street,ContinentalHotel,Opera Palace, OldSaigonPost Office,Dong History Museum,theformerPresidential Afternoon visitingtheWar Remnants or FITO Museum andBenThanhMarket. Cantonese ThienHauPagoda, the houses, the400-year town centretoseeformermerchants’ an SonNhatAirportfor e a turn totheboatfor ke asightseeingtourof ’s markets,the . F ull dayexcursionsto - old Japanese ass ofOcean O ld City ’ - GM_FE_1415_DEC_097.qxp:Layout 1 28/10/13 14:35 Page 97
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DAY 1: Arrive Ho Chi Minh DAY 6: Hue to Hanoi ESSENTIAL VIETNAM Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and transfer A boat trip on the Perfume River to ESCORTED TOUR to your hotel. Thien Mu Pagoda, and the mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang. Transfer to Hue DAY 2: Ho Chi Minh City DURATION: 9 DAYS | 8 NIGHTS Airport for flights to Hanoi (not A full-day city tour begins with a visit to included). DEPARTS: DAILY the Thien Hau Temple. Continue to PRICES FROM: £1243 PER lively Binh Tay Market. Later, visit the DAY 7: Hanoi PERSON (MIN 2 PERSONS) War Remnants or History Museum and A full-day city tour of Hanoi. This the former Presidential Palace, the afternoon take a tour by cyclo through Price Includes: Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera House Hanoi's Old Quarter. • Airport transfers and City Hall. • 8 nights’ accommodation with daily breakfast DAY 8: Hanoi to Halong Bay • Other meals as specified DAY 3: Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong After breakfast leave Hanoi for an • Sightseeing & excursions as detailed • Entrance fees & English-speaking guide Delta overnight boat trip on Halong Bay. En- • Domestic flights Depart Ho Chi Minh City for a drive route lunch will be served. Towards the Price Does Not Include: through the Mekong Delta. At Cai Be end of the day set anchor for the night. • Domestic flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Danang; and Hue and Hanoi see the floating market, then cruise to Overnight on Halong Bay. • Domestic airport taxes Dong Hoa Hiep Island. • International flights DAY 9: Halong Bay to Hanoi DAY 4: Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An After brunch onboard and views of the Please Note: Price from £1243 is valid on selected Transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for limestone outcrops, your driver will departure dates between May - Sep 14. However this tour/excursion is available all year round (unless flight (not included) to Danang. Drive to meet you for the transfer back to Hanoi. specified). Prices may vary. Please ask for details. Hoi An and enjoy a walk through the Rest of the day at leisure until your ancient centre and see the 400 year-old transfer to Noi Bai Airport for your Japanese Covered Bridge and the onward flight. market. Tonight, enjoy a sunset sail. DAY 5: Hoi An to Hue Journey to Hue. The scenic route passes through Danang and the Pass of Ocean Clouds to Lang Co village. Visit the mausoleums of Emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh.
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The perfect way to see the UNESCO feature a restaurant, bar, sundeck and OVERNIGHT CRUISE ON World Heritage area of Halong Bay is souvenir shop. Lunch is served as you HALONG BAY to spend a night aboard a boat. The cruise into Halong Bay. Cruise by rock mystical scenery of Halong Bay where formations such as Sail, Dog and Dinh DURATION: 2 DAYS | 1 NIGHT thousands of limestone islands jut out Huong. Towards the end of the day set DEPARTS: DAILY FROM HANOI of the emerald sea and surrounded by anchor for the night as the sun sets and colourful floating villages is truly a enjoy dinner. This evening, join the
INDOCHINA PRICES FROM: £254 PER PERSON breathtaking destination. onboard activities including fishing and DAY 1: Hanoi to Halong Bay karaoke, or just relax on deck. Overnight Price Includes • Return transfers from Hanoi After breakfast depart for Halong Bay. on Halong Bay - Bai Tho Junk. • English speaking guide Journey through the rich farmlands of the DAY 2: Halong Bay to Hanoi • Excursions and entrance frees Red River Delta, observe everyday life of • Meals as specified Enjoy sunrise over the bay and an early villagers as they work the rice fields. light breakfast, before cruising through Please Note: price from £254 is valid between Jun - Arrive late morning to a welcome at the Halong Bay passing Man's Head Islet Sep 14. However this tour/excursion is available all pier of your boat. Complete check-in and year round (unless specified). Prices may vary. Please and Tortoise Islet. On your return ask for details. transfer to your boat for the overnight towards Halong City enjoy brunch as journey into the Bay. The Bai Tho deluxe your boat weaves through the Please Note: This tour may be subject to change junks differ in size between 8 and 18 depending on weather conditions. magnificent rock formations. Upon cabins. Each cabin is ensuite and disembarkation your driver will meet you features shower, air conditioning and for the transfer back to Hanoi. bayview window. Onboard facilities
DAY 1: Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be DAY 3: Chau Doc THROUGH THE MEKONG and Can Tho After breakfast visit Chau Doc’s local DURATION: 4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS Leave bustling Ho Chi Minh for the 2 market which overlooks the confluence hour 30 minute drive to the delta town of three rivers. Later, sail to Chau Giang DEPARTS: DAILY of Cai Be. On arrival hop aboard for a district where a tiny mosque serves the tour of the floating market, to admire community. You’ll visit a beautiful PRICES FROM: £562 PER PERSON the produce and see the locals ply their Khmer temple, and later visit the (MIN 2 PERSONS) trade. Continue to a cottage factory floating houses and catfish farms. Late where local confections are made. this afternoon visit Sam Mountain, an Price Includes: • Airport transfers Return to the boat for the cruise to important pilgrimage site that is visited • 3 nights accommodation with daily breakfast Dong Hoa Hiep Island. For lunch enjoy by people from the Mekong Delta. • Other meals as specified local specialities. In the afternoon There are dozens of temples around • Sightseeing and excursions as detailed • Entrance fee and English speaking guide continue to Can Tho. Overnight in Can Sam Mountain and reaching the peak is Tho City. the highlight of the visit. Please Note: Price from £562 is valid on selected departure dates between 01 Jan - 31 Dec 14. DAY 2: Can Tho to Chau Doc DAY 4: Chau Doc to Phnom Penh However this tour/excursion is available all year Rise early for a cruise to Cai Rang round (unless specified). Prices may vary. Please ask It’s an early departure for the 5-hour for details. floating market. The waterway becomes boat ride to Phnom Penh. It’s an hour a maze of hundreds of boats packed to the border (visas must be obtained in with fruit and floating pho vendors. advance) before continuing into Leisurely lunch. Depart for the 3-hour Cambodia and your final destination. drive to Chau Doc. En route, stop at the bamboo basket-making hamlet of Long Thanh. Overnight in Chau Doc.
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DAY 1: Phnom Penh DAY 7: Ho Chi Minh City to Danang ESSENTIAL CAMBODIA AND to Hoi An VIETNAM ESCORTED TOUR You will be met on arrival in Phnom Penh and transferred to your hotel. Set Transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for
DURATION: 12 DAYS | 11 out to discover the most remarkable your flight to Danang. On arrival in INDOCHINA NIGHTS sights of Phnom Penh in a Cyclo, Danang transfer to Hoi An. Take a including the Royal Palace, the National walking tour of the ancient town centre DEPARTS: DAILY Museum and Wat Phnom temple, the to visit the 400 year-old Japanese PRICE FROM: £1862 founding place of the city. Overnight in Covered Bridge and the colourful Phnom Penh. market. Rest of the afternoon at leisure. Prices Includes Overnight in Hoi An or Danang. • 11 nights hotel accommodation DAY 2: Phnom Penh to Siem Reap • Meals as specified DAY 8: Hoi An to Hue • All sightseeing and excursions as specified Transfer to Phnom Penh airport for your • Entrance fees for mentioned visits flight to Siem Reap. You will be met on Leave Hoi An for Hue. Drive through • Daily drinking water and cold towels arrival in Siem Reap and transferred to Danang and visit the Cham Museum • Domestic flights Price Excludes: your hotel. This afternoon visit the before climbing over the Pass of Ocean • Visa for Cambodia (visa issued on arrival for most ancient city of Angkor Thom. Continue Clouds and dropping down to the nationalities, USD20/pax, please bring 1 passport to Bayon Temple, The Terrace of the fishing village of Lang Co. In Hue visit photo) • Visa for Vietnam Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper the Imperial Citadel then head to Thien • Any surcharge/extra fees for visit of the Angkor King. Overnight in Siem Reap. Mu Pagoda. Overnight in Hue. Historical site imposed by the Apsara Authorities in Siem Reap which are subject to change DAY 3: Siem Reap DAY 9: Hue to Hanoi • International flights • Camera/video entrance fees Full day escorted tour starting with This morning stroll vibrant Dong Ba exploring the temples of the Small Market then take a cyclo through the Circuit by ‘remrk’. Visit Ta Prom temple, ‘Old City’ to Tinh Tam Lake where the Banteay Kdei, and Srah Srang. After a Emperors used to come to relax. rest at your hotel, depart on a Continue to former emperor Minh sightseeing tour of the famous Angkor Mang’s tomb then on to Khai Dinh’s Wat, well-known for the Apsara dancers Tomb. Transfer to Hue Airport for your decorating the temple. Overnight in flight to Hanoi. On arrival transfer to Siem Reap. your hotel. Overnight in Hanoi. DAY 4: Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh DAY 10: Hanoi to Halong Bay City Leave Hanoi for the drive to Halong Free at own leisure before being Bay. On arrival at your jetty a lunch will transferred to the airport for flight to Ho be served while cruising towards the Chi Minh (Saigon). Arrive in Ho Chi bay itself. The boat sets anchor for the Minh City and transfer to hotel. The rest night among the karst formations. of the day is free at leisure. Overnight Dinner served on board. Overnight on in Ho Chi Minh City. Halong Bay. DAY 5: Ho Chi Minh City DAY 11: Halong Bay to Hanoi Full day excursions to Cholon, the Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi. Chinatown district, to discover the As an optional extra visit one of the area’s markets, the Cantonese Thien oldest pagodas in Vietnam ‘But Thap’. Hau Pagoda, the FITO Museum and In Hanoi, visit the Ethnology Museum, Ben Thanh Market. Afternoon visiting and Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Take a the War Remnants or History Museum, walking tour through Hang Be Market the former Presidential Palace, Old and around Hoan Kiem Lake. Finish the Saigon Post Office, Dong Khoi Street, day with a Water Puppet show. Continental Hotel, Opera House and Overnight in Hanoi. City Hall. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh DAY 12: Hanoi City. Begin the day with visits to the Temple DAY 6: Mekong Delta of Literature, The One Pillar Pagoda, Leave Ho Chi Minh for the delta town the mausoleum of the historic father of Cai Be. On arrival board your boat figure of modern Vietnam, Ho Chi for a cruise of Cai Be floating market. Minh, and his former house on stilts. Next tour a cottage factory where ‘pop- Continue to picturesque West Lake and rice’, rice paper and coconut candies Tran Quoc Buddhist Pagoda. Next, see are made. Return to the boat for the the Taoist temple of Quan Thanh and cruise to Dong Hoa Hiep Island. Lunch enjoy free time at leisure until your will be local Mekong style. Overnight in transfer to Noi Bai Airport for your Ho Chi Minh City. onward flight.
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Cambodia promises to surprise and delight, with its extraordinary temple complexes, bustling local markets and exquisite hotels. Not to be missed are the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor Wat, while Phnom Penh offers a strong
INDOCHINA French influence, colonial architecture, bustling streetside cafés and a riverfront overlooking the mighty Mekong.
GETTING AROUND • Air access: Frequent flights in to Phnom Penh and Siem CHINA Reap operate from other Asian cities such as Singapore and VIETNAM Bangkok. • Domestic travel: For travel between Phnom Penh and Siem HALONG Reap flights are plentiful and excellent value for money. BAY LAOS PHNOM PENH This French-influenced city is home to some of Cambodia's most stunning sights, such as the Royal Palace and Silver THAILAND Pagoda. The striking red building of the National Museum houses memorials and artefacts dedicated to the country's CAMBODIA history and the riverfront area offers plenty of places to eat, Siem Reap drink and take in the sights. Phnom Penh ANGKOR WAT Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is famous for its stunning relics of the ancient Khmer Empire. Rediscovered by a French explorer in the late 19th century, the awe-inspiring temples include the eerie Bayon and the FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 12½ Hours majestic towers of Angkor Wat itself. GMT: +8 Hours CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential SIEM REAP Information pages at the back of this brochure. Siem Reap is known as the gateway to Angkor. With its own airport, and located just 4km from the Angkor temple CAMBODIA TOURS complex it’s a great base for exploring the area.
ANGKOR WAT DAY TOUR PHNOM PENH DAY TOUR TONLE SAP EXCURSION In the morning, visit the Angkor Wat Explore the highlights of Cambodia’s An authentic look at the lifestyles of Temple, the largest and most capital in a tour of Phnom Penh’s the Tonle Sap’s residents, this Siem breathtaking of the Angkor rich heritage. Visit the Royal Palace Reap day trip takes you to a remote Archeological Park monuments. and the National Museum, filled with village where few tourists venture. Continue to the jungle-enveloped Ta artefacts dating back to the pre- Embark on a boat ride through the Prohm, then the Great City of Angkorian era. Stop at the hilltop village of Kampong Phluck where the Angkor Thom and the Bayon Temple. Wat Phnom to glimpse the tragic fisherman and their families live in Other temples visited include the recent history of Cambodia at Tuol stilted houses among the petrified Baphoun, the Terrace of Elephants Sleng Museum and the Killing Fields, mangrove forests and waterways. and the Terrace of Leper King. or browse the Russian Market. Enjoy a lunch of local dishes in a Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Lunch is included. family’s house. Price from: Adult £62 Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £78 Price from: Adult £81
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DAY 2: Phnom Penh DAY 5: Siem Reap CAMBODIA DISCOVERY Today, see the darker history of Today, visit the ancient city of Angkor DURATION: 7 DAYS | 6 NIGHTS Cambodia on a visit to the Tuol Sleng Thom, the last capital of the Great Museum of Genocide. Spend the rest of Khmer Empire. Enter the city through DEPARTS: DAILY the day in Phnom Penh’s Central the ancient South Gate and from here, Market, an art deco landmark and the continue to Bayon Temple in the city’s PRICE FROM: £656 PER PERSON Russian Market, the best place in the centre where Buddhist monks will city for carvings and silk. Later, embark Price includes: celebrate a private blessing for you. • Airport transfers on a boat cruise that will take you Return to Siem Reap for a break. This • 6 nights accommodation with daily breakfast along the Tonlé Sap and Mekong rivers. afternoon, embark on a boat trip on the • Other meals as specified Overnight in Phnom Penh. • Sightseeing and excursions as specified Tonlé Sap Lake. Overnight in Siem • Entrance fees and English speaking guide Reap. Price excludes: DAY 3: Phnom Penh • Domestic airport taxes This morning, embark on an interesting DAY 6: Siem Reap • International flights tour on a private wooden riverboat. Today begins with the Small Circuit Please Note: Price from £704 is valid on selected Travel North along Tonlé Sap River, temples tour by Remok (similar to the departure dates between Apr - Sep 2014. However passing many floating villages and Thai tuk tuk). Return to the hotel for a this tour is available all year round (unless specified). fishing stations. Spot pagodas, mosques break during the midday heat. This Prices may vary. Please ask for details. and Chinese temples and visit local afternoon, depart on a sightseeing tour villages. Lunch will be served on board of the famous Angkor Wat. Next, tour before returning to Phnom Penh in the DAY 1: Arrive in Phnom Penh the Angkor National Museum. As this is afternoon. Overnight in Phnom Penh. Upon your arrival you will be greeted by your last evening in Cambodia, enjoy a your guide. After a break, set out in a DAY 4: Phnom Penh to Siem Reap Khmer farewell dinner. Overnight in cyclo pedalcab. First, head to the Royal This morning, you will be transferred Siem Reap. Palace and the Silver Pagoda. Continue overland to Siem Reap (duration 5 DAY 7: Siem Reap to the National Museum and after a hours). Upon arrival, check into your Enjoy the day at leisure and take the visit to the Wat Phnom temple return to hotel. Enjoy a break before setting off to chance to see some of Siem Reap. the hotel where you will enjoy an Angkor’s early temples of Roluos. Transfer to the airport for your afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Overnight in Siem Reap, breakfast is individual departure flight. Phnom Penh. included.
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DAY 1: Arrive Siem Reap Your visit will also include Banteay Kdei, Upon arrival in Siem Reap, you will be a Buddhist monastery from the late 12th welcomed by your local guide and Century, and Srah Srang, also known as transferred to your hotel for check in. the "pool of ablutions". Return to the Siem Reap is the gateway to the hotel for a break during the midday majestic temples of Angkor and a heat. charming riverside town. Take a rest at Later today, visit the ancient city of the hotel or discover Siem Reap on a Angkor Thom by local tuk tuk. This city
CAMBODIA stroll through its beautiful pagodas and is surrounded by an 8m high wall, the colourful market. This afternoon, drawing a perfect square. From here, depart on a very special sightseeing continue to Bayon Temple in the center tour of the famous Angkor Wat. Built of the city, well-known for its 54 towers during the reign of King Suryavarman II with enigmatic faces representing the in the early 12th century, Angkor Wat is 54 provinces of the Great Khmer constructed following the model of the Empire. Return to your hotel in the ESSENTIAL ANGKOR temple mountain symbolizing Mount afternoon. (B) Meru, the home of the gods. Inside the DURATION: 3 DAYS | 2 NIGHTS DAY 3: Siem Reap temple, the walls are covered with stone This morning, you will embark on a carvings and bas-reliefs depicting DEPARTS: DAILY FROM SIEM boat trip on the Tonlé Sap Lake, where Hindu mythology and the wars REAP you will have the opportunity to learn Suryavarman II fought during his reign. PRICE FROM £198 about life on the lake. Tonle Sap is INDOCHINA Angkor Wat is well known for the more South East Asia’s largest freshwater than 2,000 Apsara dancers decorating Price Includes lake. Board a local boat and visit the temple. At sunset, it is less visited, • Airport transfers Kampong Phluck, a village where you • 2 nights accommodation with daily breakfast and the Apsaras will shine in the most will see houses on stilts that are • Sightseeing and excursions as specified beautiful light. Hotel: Tara Angkor. • English speaking guide submerged when the lake extends. DAY 2: Siem Reap Return to your hotel for a break before Note: Due to low water levels during the dry season, the boat trip is only possible from June to March. Start your day with a tour to the temples the transfer to the airport for your However an alternative floating village at Chong of the Small Circuit. The most famous departure flight. Kneas can be arranged instead). among these is Ta Prohm temple. Ta Prohm is unique in that it has been left largely as it was found: overgrown by jungle trees and vines, with many parts of the temple crumbling to the ground.
Enjoy the rest of the day free at leisure for swimming and relaxation at your hotel or on the beach. DAY 2: Sihanoukville After breakfast, enjoy your day at leisure or join the optional tour to Ream National Park. The park includes thick pristine jungle, mangrove forests and off-shore coral reefs. It's a nature lovers paradise with nearly 200 bird species, many kinds of monkeys and is also the natural habitat DAY 1: Phnom Penh to of the pangolin. You will be transferred SIHANOUKVILLE BEACH Sihanoukville to one of Ream’s most scenic isolated BREAK Morning departure from Phnom Penh beaches, Koh Sampouch. A barbecue for the short 3 hours drive to seafood lunch is included. DURATION: 4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS Sihanoukville. Upon arrival, check in to DAY 3: Sihanoukville DEPARTS: DAILY FROM PHNOM your hotel, the Golden Sand Hotel After breakfast, enjoy your day at leisure PENH (standard option) or Independence or join an optional tour to Koh Rong PRICES FROM: £224 Hotel (first class option).Located a Island. stones throw away from the beach, the Price Includes: Golden Sand Hotel offers spacious and About 20km off the coast of • Airport transfers Sihanoukville, Koh Rong is a most • 3 nights accommodation with daily breakfast comfortable accommodation, a large • English speaking guide fresh water pool, plus traditional Khmer beautiful island where you can visit a Price does not include: dishes at the restaurant. You will find all fishing village and relax on kilometres • Optional tours which are available to book locally of pristine beach with crystal clear and at the following approximate costs you need here for a relaxing stay. • Ream National Park - from £40 per person turquoise waters. Transit time is 2-2½ • Koh Rong Island Tour - from £57 per person The Independence Hotel is hours each way. There is plenty of time Sihanoukville's newest luxury beach to relax or snorkel in the waters and a hotel. Deluxe rooms all have ocean barbecue lunch on the beach is views, and the plentiful facilities include included. a pool, spa and fitness centre, plus a choice of dining options. Families are DAY 4: Sihanoukville to Phnom well catered for with a children's pool, Penh playground and babysitting available. Breakfast at hotel. Free at leisure until midday transfer back to Phnom Penh.
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Deluxe Room
4 STAR TARA ANGKOR, SIEM REAP 3 STAR LOTUS BLANC RESORT & SPA,
A stylish and elegant hotel, Tara Angkor is fast becoming a SIEM REAP INDOCHINA true jewel in this beautiful country. The Lotus Resort and Spa greets you with one of the GUEST ROOMS: warmest welcomes you could wish for. • Rooms are spacious, with large windows which let the natural daylight flood through. GUEST ROOMS: • All guest rooms and suites feature air-conditioning, • Blending contemporary and traditional design, each guest television, minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. room is comfortably furnished with handmade, Khmer style furniture and teak wood floors. HOTEL FACILTIES: • Dining options include Tong Tara Restaurant, serving HOTEL FACILITIES: international and local cuisine; Frangipani Restaurant, a • With one open air restaurant and two bars, dining is always new venture with a selection of European and Asian new and varied. Enjoy a wide range of Khmer cuisines and delicacies. variety of international flavours.
TARA ANGKOR LOTUS BLANC RESORT & SPA STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS ADULT LOW FROM ADULT MID FROM ADULT HIGH FROM ADULT LOW FROM ADULT MID FROM ADULT HIGH FROM 1 NIGHT £25 £45 £54 1 NIGHT £38 £44 £169 ‘ ’ All prices and supplements are from per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. ’ ’ Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr 14 - 30 Sep 14, Mid season: Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 30 Sep ’14, Mid season: ’ ’ ’ ’ 01 Jan 14 - 28 Feb 14, High season: 01 Dec 14 - 31 Dec 14. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room 01 Oct ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, 02 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 24 Dec ’14 - 01 Jan ’15. from £7 per night. per night.
5 STAR RAFFLES HOTEL LE ROYAL 3 STAR FRANGIPANI ROYAL PALACE PHNOM PENH HOTEL, PHNOM PENH Synonymous with quality, Raffles Hotel Le Royal offers a The Frangipani Hotel is an intimate boutique hotel ideally combination of world-class facilities with old-world charm. situated minutes from the riverfront and the Royal Palace. Decorated in a modern style with Cambodian touches GUEST ROOMS: rooms have ample space and offer a calming atmosphere. • 170 rooms and suites. State rooms with twin or king-size beds are located in the low-rise wings with views of the GUEST ROOMS: pools or gardens. • 21 spacious rooms all with a bathtub. Each room features flat-screen TV, DVD player, hairdryer and writing desk. HOTEL FACILITIES: • An excellent choice of dining options are available from two HOTEL FACILITIES: restaurants. •Rooftop swimming pool, restaurant, café, spa and Wi-Fi. • Take a dip in one of two swimming pools, or relax in the whirlpool, sauna or steam bath.
RAFFLES HOTEL LE ROYAL PHNOM PENH FRANGIPANI ROYAL PALACE HOTEL STAYING IN A STATE ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS ADULT LOW FROM ADULT MID FROM ADULT HIGH FROM ADULT LOW FROM ADULT HIGH FROM 1 NIGHT £84 £127 £140 1 NIGHT £29 £33 All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, High season: Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Sep ’14, Mid season: 01 Nov ’14 - 31 Dec ’14. Room Upgrade: Balcony Room Royal Palace Suite from £4 per night. 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, High season: 01 Oct ’14 - 31 Dec ’14. per night. 105 GM_FE_1415_DEC_106_107.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:55 Page 106
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Dividing the Indian Ocean and the South DISCOVER MALAYSIA China Sea, Malaysia’s varied landscape offers
diverse experiences from island hopping to MALAYSIA jungle trekking, or sightseeing in the capital Kuala Lumpur or charming towns like Penang. Across from the peninsula, East Malaysia and Borneo are home to one of the world’s last great wildernesses, complete with jungle, rainforest and indigenous tribes.
107 GM_FE_1415_DEC_108_109.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:12Page108 108 MALAYSIA Lumpur ontheMalaysianpeninsula. dazzlingcapital,Kuala in thecountry’s Borneo’s islandparadisetosightseeing adventure -fromjungletrekkingin perfect backdropforamemorable travellers. Itsvariedlandscapecreatesa Malaysia isamagicaldestinationfor Located intheSouthChinaSea, MALAYSIA Lumpur Kuala Langkawi Penang Pangkor INDONESIA MALAYSIA Kuantan WEST Island Tioman Kuching CHINA SEA SOUTH SARAWAK MALAYSIA BORNEO EAST SABAH Kinabalu Kota to avibrantChinatowndistrict. maze ofquaintstreetsleadsyoupastoldcolonialbuildings natural beautyisunsurpassed.InthecapitalGeorgetown,a From hillstoitswhitebeaches,Penang’s itsjungle-covered PENANG PAGES against abackdropofskyscrapers. quaint shophousesandgleamingcopper lingering oldworldcharm,wheregraciouscolonialedifices, combination ofmodern,cosmopolitansophisticationand Malaysia’s capitalisacityofdelightfulcontrasts; a KUALA LUMPUR - PAGES 112-115 domed roofssit 116-119 GM_FE_1415_DEC_108_109.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:12 Page 109
LANGKAWI PAGES 120-124 In a group of 104 picturesque islands off the northern tip of the Malaysian peninsula, Langkawi’s unspoilt heartland is characterised by virgin jungle, mangrove swamps, rocky outcrops and cascading waterfalls. MALAYSIA
PANGKOR LAUT PAGE 126 EAST COAST BEACHES & ISLANDS PAGES 127-128 Off the west coast of Malaysia on a privately-owned island The relaxation begins as you pass through the sleepy resides the internationally acclaimed and award-winning kampungs of the mainland to reach the east coast resorts. Pangkor Laut Resort. Once there, peace and tranquillity abound. Explore the rainforest, get acquainted with the local culture, or simply lie on the beach.
BORNEO PAGES 130-133 Borneo is one of the world’s last great wildernesses, made up of jungles and tropical rainforests where indigenous tribes still thrive. With excellent beaches and crystal clear waters, it offers the perfect blend of adventure and indulgence.
109 GM_FE_1415_DEC_110.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:29Page110 110 MALAYSIA MULTI-CENTRES MULTI-CENTRE HOLIDAYS architecture andcolonialmosques. a vibrantcitywithimpressive holiday andheadforKuala Lumpur, of heaven.Contrastyourbeach lush rainforestscompletethispiece coastline andsecludedcoves where beautifulbeachesdotthe Langkawi isanunspoilt paradise LUMPUR LANGKAWI &KUALA and mosquesofanillustriouspast. architecture, setamidmansions colourful, withhigh-rise Lumpur isbusy, bustling, brightand modern Malaysianculture,Kuala atmosphere. Theepicentreof fields, longbeachesandlaid-back destination, lovedforitspaddy established beachholiday Penang isMalaysia’s most LUMPUR PENANG &KUALA TRFOURPOINTSBY 4 STAR See page114. Asian charm. which combinesmodernfacilitieswith Twin Towers, thisisauniquecomplex Ideally locatedclosetothePetronas DELUXE 4 STAR See page119. features. offers breathtakingviewsandstriking beach, thisspectacularseafrontresort Located onBatuFerringhi’s whitesandy HOLIDAY INNRESORT, 4 STAR See page115. range ofrecreationalactivities. well appointedandthere'sagood amazing viewsoverthecity. Rooms are area, thisisastylishhotel,offering Located closetothemainshopping DELUXE 3 STAR See page124. attraction. with thelargeinfinitypoolaparticular wide varietyoffacilitiesareavailable hotel isidealforfamiliesorcouples.A In abeautifulbeachfrontsetting, this FOR 5NIGHTS SHERATON LANGKAWI PENANG FOR5NIGHTS LUMPUR FOR2NIGHTS RENAISSANCE KUALA NIGHTS BINTANG FOR2 FURAMA BUKIT and otherhoteloptions. 115 &117-119forspecialoffers know. Pleaserefertopages113- the durationofyourstay, letus five staraccommodationorchange If you’d liketoupgradefouror YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: flights maybeavailable. taxes.Regionaland allpre-payable from London Heathrow, transfers Return flightswithMalaysiaAirlines YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: 7 NIGHTSFROM£1,199 7 NIGHTSFROM£1,269 and otherhoteloptions. 115 &121-124forspecialoffers know. Please refer topages113- the durationofyourstay, letus five staraccommodationorchange If you’d liketoupgradefouror YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: flights maybeavailable. taxes.Regionaland allpre-payable from London Heathrow, transfers Return flightswith MalaysiaAirlines YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: GM_FE_1415_DEC_111.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:16 Page 111
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KUALA LUMPUR & 5 STAR SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, 7 NIGHTS FROM £,1319 KUALA LUMPUR FOR 2 BORNEO NIGHTS YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: Return flights with Malaysia Airlines The award-winning Shangri-La’s focus is Kuala Lumpur is the epicentre of from London Heathrow, transfers on luxury and quality. Featuring lush modern Malaysian culture. Moving and all pre payable taxes. Regional gardens and a tranquil pool, it is an architecture merges with mansions flights may be available. and mosques of an illustrious past. ideal base from which to explore the diverse cultures of Kuala Lumpur. Borneo abounds with natural YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: See page 113. wonders, tropical jungle and, of If you’d like to change the duration course, fabulous beach resorts. 5 STAR SHANGRI-LA’S RASA RIA of your stay, let us know. Please refer RESORT, KOTA to pages 113-115 & 131-133 for KINABALU FOR 5 special offers and other hotel NIGHTS options. 400 acres of gardens surround Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort, ensuring the luxuries of privacy and seclusion. Overlooking a stunning vista of white sands and turquoise seas, it is simply breathtaking. See page 131.
KUALA LUMPUR & 3 STAR FURAMA BUKIT 7 NIGHTS FROM £1,519 PANGKOR LAUT DELUXE BINTANG Conveniently located close to the main YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: shopping area, this is a stylish hotel, Return flights with Malaysia Airlines Kuala Lumpur is busy and bustling, offering amazing views over the city. from London Heathrow, transfers bright and colourful and brims with Rooms are well-appointed and and all pre payable taxes. Regional a sense of tradition and culture. comfortable, with great dining options flights may be available. Pangkor Laut is a privately-owned and a good range of recreational paradise, home to one of the activities. YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: world’s premier resorts. See page 115. If you’d like to change the duration of your stay, let us know. Please refer 5 STAR PANGKOR LAUT to pages 113-115 & 127-129 for RESORT, PANGKOR FOR special offers and other hotel 5 NIGHTS options. On an idyllic island lies the award- winning Pangkor Laut Resort. Resembling a traditional Malay village, it features villas built on stilts over the sea and an unspoilt location which is truly unforgettable. See page 126.
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KUALA LUMPUR
Busy and bustling, bright and colourful, Kuala Lumpur is the epicentre of modern Malaysian culture. A first
MALAYSIA glance takes in the impressive high-rise architecture, but a closer look finds the colonial mansions and mosques of an illustrious past.
GETTING AROUND Try out the new light railway system; it’s quick and convenient. CHOW KIT DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT... • Seeing the incredible views from the Petronas Twin Towers. PETRONAS Renaissance Kuala • Visiting Merdeka Square, the traditional heart of the city. Lumpur Hotel TOWERS Just follow the 95m flag pole - reputedly one of the tallest in the world. Shangri-La Hotel • Climbing the 272 steps up to the limestone Batu Caves. Traders KL/MENARA THINGS TO SEE AND DO TOWER • Shopping: Choose from air-conditioned malls and SULTAN ABDUL SAMAD BUILDING BUKIT department stores or haggle at the outdoor bazaars and BUKIT BINTANG night markets. Head to Chinatown’s Petaling Street for fake MERDEKA SQUARE BINTANG CHINA Furama designer goods. Don’t leave without a traditional memento TOWN Bukit Bintang - a batik, pewter ware or a Malaysian wau (Kite). NATIONAL MOSQUE • Food & Entertainment: Bintang Walk in the city centre has a Parkroyal Kuala Lumpur trendy choice of alfresco cafés and bars. Alternatively, try RAILWAY STATION Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral the plaza at the foot of the Petronas Twin Towers.
FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 12½ Hours GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL GMT: +8 Hours Shared transfers from Kuala Lumpur International Airport take CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential approximately 1 hour and cost from £46 per person return. Information pages at the back of this brochure. Private transfers are also available from £5 extra per person return (min 2 people). KUALA LUMPUR TOURS
CITY ORIENTATION SUBURBS OF KUALA LUMPUR HISTORICAL MALACCA From its humble beginnings as a tin- Explore the countryside around Malacca is a quiet town with a rich mining town, Kuala Lumpur is now an Kuala Lumpur, where quaint and interesting history. Following a exciting city, with a blend of colonial ‘kampung’ houses on stilts stand drive through rubber, palm oil and and modern architecture. Its side-by-side with palatial homes. coconut plantations you’ll visit highlights include Merdeka Square, Visit Embassy Row, where diplomats historical sites such as St Paul’s Hill, the centre of activity and celebrations, from all over the world converge and where St Francis Xavier preached the old Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, call by local cottage industries to three centuries ago, Cheng Hoon renowned for its architecture, the learn how batik prints and pewter are Teng, the oldest Chinese Temple National Monument, National made. The highlight of the in Malaysia and Fort De Santiago, Museum and the King’s Palace. tour is a visit to the Batu Caves. the Portuguese fortress. Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £34 Price from: Adult £34 Price from: Adult £96
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GUEST ROOMS: 5 STAR SHANGRI-LA EARLYBIRD: Book by 31 Mar 14 • Each room features air-conditioning, HOTEL, KUALA satellite TV, telephone, safe, minibar, and receive a free upgrade from an LUMPUR coffee and tea making facilities and Executive to a Premier room. Valid MALAYSIA hairdryer. 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. The Shangri-La Hotel has been • Complimentary WiFi in all rooms. SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 2 nights and designed with real care and attention • Horizon Club Executive rooms receive free daily breakfast. Valid 01 provide complimentary buffet to detail, to ensure each spacious, - 30 Apr, 20 Jun - 14 Sep and 1 breakfast, private registration, luxury tastefully furnished room provides Dec 14 - 28 Feb 15. Not maximum comfort. Situated just five private lounge and complimentary evening cocktails. combinable with any other offer. minutes stroll from the Petronas Twin Towers, business and shopping HOTEL FACILITIES: districts makes it an ideal base from • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the SHANGRI-LA HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR which to explore the diverse cultures hotel. of Malaysia’s vibrant capital. The STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM • The Lemon Garden Café offers ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS hotel’s beautiful pool and sundeck is informal all day dining and the 1 NIGHT an ideal place to while away a lazy Poolside Terrace is a great place for day in the warm and fragrant climate. having a drink in the sunshine. ADULT LOW FROM £63 • Health club and freeform swimming ADULT HIGH FROM £66
pool. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin • Complimentary shuttle to the share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, High season: 01 Apr ’14 shopping mall. - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Executive Room from £11 per night. Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £23 per night.
Deluxe Twin Towers Room
• Traders Club Rooms offer an 4 STAR TRADERS EARLYBIRD: Book by 28 Feb 14; enhanced level of service, comfort HOTEL, KUALA and convenience, including exclusive stay for 2 nights and receive LUMPUR lounge facilities plus a complimentary complimentary Traders Club breakfast and evening cocktails. facilities and privileges. Valid 01 Apr A contemporary city-centre hotel, 14 - 31 Mar 15 in Deluxe Twin Traders combines modern comforts HOTEL FACILITIES: Towers View room. • Dining options include SkyBar, with all the attractions of the city. HONEYMOON: Honeymooners combining cool drinks and Tasteful rooms and suites cater for receive flowers upon arrival, smart business and leisure travellers, intoxicating views in a very chic and cosmopolitan atmosphere. Gobo turndown honeymoon amenitites featuring crisp modern styling and Upstairs Lounge & Grill is ideal for and guaranteed double bed. exceptional in-room facilities. In the intimate dinners and special heart of Kuala Lumpur’s Golden celebrations. Gobo Chit Chat offers Triangle, just opposite the Petronas all-day dining with a sushi bar, open TRADERS HOTEL, KUALA LUMPUR Twin Towers, the hotel is a perfect kitchen and bakery. STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM base for exploring. • 24-hour gym with panoramic views. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS • Rooftop pool. 1 NIGHT GUEST ROOMS: • Complimentary WiFi. • Amenities include spacious bathroom ADULT LOW FROM £58 with separate shower, premium ADULT HIGH FROM £86 toiletries, satellite and cable TV, free All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on WiFi, coffee and tea making facilities, twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 29 Dec ’14, 01 Jan ’15 - minibar, telephone, safe and 31 Mar ’15, High season: 30 Dec ’14 - 31 Dec ’14. Room hairdryer. Upgrade: Deluxe Twin Towers View Room from £9 per night. 113 GM_FE_1415_DEC_114.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:19Page114 114 MALAYSIA KUALA LUMPUR 4 STAR DELUXE 4 STAR sized pool. for workoutsplusalargeOlympic- rejuvenating experience,fitnesscentre there's alsoaMandaraSpafor memorable diningmomentswhile stations. Eightspecialityoutletscreate Monorail andLightRailTransit access isprovidedbynearby tourist andentertainmenthubs.Easy commercial, financial,shopping, the hotelisminutesawayfrom Located withintheGoldenTriangle, the excitingcityofKuala Lumpur. Wing, theRenaissanceisagatewayto rooms inthecontemporaryEast in theluxuriousWest Wingand510 A magnificenthotelwith400rooms attractions. it's easytoexploreallthemajor close toKuala Lumpur SentralStation amenities. Inthenewbusinesshub sleek bathroomsandhigh-tech space. Roomsarestylishtoowith and varyingtexturescreateaninviting windows anddoors,funkylighting and featuressuchasfloor-to-ceiling memories. Vividcoloursateveryturn certain toleaveguestswithplentyof at AloftKuala Lumpur Sentral,itis Step intoimpressivefuturisticdesign SENTRAL LUMPUR ALOFT KUALA LUMPUR KUALA RENAISSANCE • Olympic-size freeformswimming • Olympic-size • Nine restaurants,barsandlounges HOTEL FACILITIES: • The Renaissance ClubFlooroffers • Equipped withthelatestmodern GUEST ROOMS: • Fitness centreandpooltable. • MAI Barontherooftopserving • Nook restaurantserving HOTEL FACILITIES: • Facilities includeplushbedding, 42" • Rooms areboldinstyleandhave GUEST ROOMS: centre andsauna. pool, twofloodlittenniscourts,fitness range ofinternationalcuisine. Mediterranean, Japaneseandawide specialising inChinese, service. additional luxuriesandpersonalised service. mini-refrigerator and24-hourroom room coffeeandteaservice,a safe, satelliteTVandminibar, in- amenities includingair-conditioning, lounge. speciality cocktails;lounge;lobby light snacksandRe:fuel café. 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Deluxe Room
GUEST ROOMS 4 STAR PARKROYAL FREE NIGHTS: Book by 31 Mar • 426 modern, elegant guest rooms. KUALA LUMPUR Each room is equipped with LCD TV, 14; pay for 2 nights and receive 1 Boasting an enviable location in minibar, complimentary bottled water extra night free. Valid 01 Apr - 19 MALAYSIA Malaysia’s most vibrant metropolis, and tea and coffee making facilities. Dec 14 & 04 Jan - 31 Mar 15 in the PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur is a • Other rooms include suites and Deluxe and Orchid Club Deluxe Orchid Club rooms offering executive haven for sightseers, shoppers, rooms only. luxury and access to the Orchid Club HONEYMOON: Honeymooners gourmets and everybody in between. Lounge and its facilities. Ideally positioned for KL’s shopping receive complimentary strawberry streets and malls as well as attractions HOTEL FACILITIES dipped in chocolate upon arrival such as the Petronas Towers, guests • Three restaurants serving Asian and and king-sized bed. Valid 01 Apr 14 can spend all day pounding the international cuisine throughout the - 31 Mar 15. pavement assured that upon their day as well as a café and two bars - return they can relax in elegant, the lobby bar and pool bar. • Outdoor swimming pool and gym. modern guest rooms, dine in splendid PARKROYAL KUALA LUMPUR • St Gregory Spa. restaurants and indulge in a STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM sumptuous Asian spa. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS 1 NIGHT ADULT LOW FROM £50
All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Orchid Club Deluxe Room from £13 per night.
Superior Room
3 STAR FURAMA BUKIT HOTEL FACILITIES: FURAMA BUKIT BINTANG • Spices @ Furama all-day dining STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM DELUXE BINTANG restaurant serving authentic Asian ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS cuisine and Cinnamon Lounge. Conveniently located close to the 1 NIGHT • Other facilities include swimming main shopping area, this is a stylish pool, fully-equipped gym, WiFi access ADULT LOW FROM £34 hotel, offering amazing views over the and laundry service. ADULT HIGH FROM £36 city. Rooms are well-appointed and All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin comfortable, with great dining options share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, High season: 01 Apr ’14 and a good range of recreational HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £4 per night. activities. • Central location ideal for shopping and the Imbi Station GUEST ROOMS: • Simple decor in rich chocolate • Amazing view from guest rooms browns and rich cream furnishings • All-day dining are complemented by soft and intimate lighting. • Superior rooms feature air conditioning, 32" LCD television, tea and coffee making facilities, Internet access and in-room safe.
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PENANG
Small but perfectly formed, Penang is Malaysia’s most established beach
MALAYSIA holiday destination, loved for its heritage, fascinating mix of cultures, long beaches and laid-back atmosphere.
Batu DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT... Ferringhi Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang • Visiting the Reclining Buddha Temple. This Thai Buddhist Lone Pine Hotel Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La temple houses a 33-metre gold-plated reclining Buddha, Penang Centre Hard Rock Hotel said to be one of the longest in the world. Holiday Inn Resort • Climbing Penang Hill, or riding up on the funicular railway, for breathtaking views of the island. Penang Hill Georgetown • Exploring Chinatown and Little India. In Chinatown, Ferry Terminal Clanhouses, shophouses and temples reflect the rich heritage of early Chinese settlers. In Little India, many South Kek Lok Si Temple Indian stores and Indian Muslim shops sell food, saris, garlands, trinkets, sculptures and Indian music. PENANG THINGS TO SEE AND DO • Goddess of Mercy Temple: One of the oldest Chinese Snake Temple temples in Penang. • Kapitan Keling Mosque: This is the largest and oldest Airport mosque on Penang. • Botanical Gardens, Jalan Kebun Bunga: Offering peace and tranquillity, surrounded by tropical plants and the vibrant colours of Penang’s flora. FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 13½ Hours via Kuala Lumpur GMT: +8 Hours GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential Shared transfers from Penang Airport take approximately 30 - Information pages at the back of this brochure. 60 minutes and cost from £26 per person return. Private transfers are also available from £8 extra per person return PENANG TOURS (min 2 people).
CIRCLE THE ISLAND CITY KALEIDOSCOPE SCENIC NIGHT TOUR Learn about the island’s history as a Tour some of Penang's best sights. Experience Penang after dusk, crossroads for Arab, European and Baba Nyonya Museum is a lovingly starting with a meal of delicious local Chinese traders and get an insight restored private home. The Protestant food. After dinner, a trishaw waits to into the culture as you explore the Cemetery serving as the final resting take you on a ride through the streets sun-kissed beaches of Batu Ferringhi place of Penang’s European of Georgetown. Later, enjoy a scenic district, tranquil fishing villages at pioneers and early Governors is a drive across the Penang Bridge from Teluk Bahang, the batik factory, short distance away from the the island to the mainland, and back villages and the Snake Temple. Museum. Then it's on to "The to the Penang Island by ferry. Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Chocolate Boutique" before stopping Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £24 at the Botanical Gardens. Price from: Adult £32 Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £30
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Rasa Wing Deluxe Room
5 STAR SHANGRI-LA'S Rooms include complimentary breakfast with daily high tea and HONEYMOON: Honeymooners RASA SAYANG complimentary evening cocktails receive a free upgrade to a Rasa RESORT AND served in the exclusive Rasa Lounge. Deluxe Room (Rasa Wing only). MALAYSIA SPA HOTEL FACILITIES: The Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort • A selection of five restaurants and bars - from casual to fine dining. and Spa is the most sumptuous and • CHI, The Spa with 11 treatment villas stylish resort on the island of Penang. and yoga pavilion. In a prime location on the picturesque • State-of-the-art health club, a par 3 Ferringhi Beach, amid 30 acres of golf course and three swimming tropical gardens, this phenomenal pools. SHANGRI-LA'S RASA SAYANG RESORT & SPA resort is just 45 minutes from the • Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access. STAYING IN A DELUXE GARDEN VIEW ROOM airport. • Daily complimentary shuttle to and ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS from the resort to George town. 1 NIGHT GUEST ROOMS: ADULT LOW FROM £94 • Rooms and suites overlook the FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights landscaped gardens, sea or the lush and receive 1 extra night free. Pay ADULT MID FROM £114 green hills and include separate bath for 5 nights and receive up to 2 ADULT HIGH FROM £134 and shower, air conditioning and tea extra nights free. Valid 01 Apr - 15 All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on and coffee making facilities. Jun 14 & 01 Sep - 18 Dec 14. enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 15 Jun ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - • The Rasa Wing Deluxe and Premier 18 Dec ’14, Mid season: 16 Jun ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 06 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 19 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Sea View from £20 per night.
Exclusive Seaview Room
4 STAR GOLDEN complimentary WiFi and tea and GOLDEN SANDS RESORT BY SHANGRI-LA coffee making facilities. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR HILL VIEW ROOM SANDS ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS HOTEL FACILITIES: RESORT BY 1 NIGHT • The Garden Café offers the best local SHANGRI-LA and international cuisine in a ADULT LOW FROM £59 ADULT MID FROM £74 This beachfront resort is furnished refreshing and relaxed environment. Sigi's Bar & Grill on the Beach is a ADULT HIGH FROM £106 with fresh contemporary styles fun, family-style restaurant located All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on highlighted by vibrant hues that evoke right on Batu Ferringhi beach. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on casual comfort, relaxation and fun. enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 15 Jun ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - • Daily complimentary shuttle to/from 18 Dec ’14, Mid season: 30 Jan ’14 - 09 Feb ’14, 16 Jun ’14 - An ideal family destination, the George Town. 31 Aug ’14, 06 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 19 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Sea Facing Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La is • Two large freeform swimming pools, Room from £17 per night. centrally located along Batu Ferringhi children’s pool, whirlpool, Kid's Club, beach, within walking distance of jungle walks, beach volleyball, tennis shops and night markets offering a and Segway rides. wide array of merchandise. • Adventure Zone entertainment centre.
GUEST ROOMS: • Each sea-facing room has its own FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights HONEYMOON: Honeymooners balcony with superb views across and receive 1 extra night free. Pay receive complimentary fruit basket, shimmering waters. for 5 nights and receive up to 2 a bottle of sparkeling wine and a • Modern amenities include LCD TV, extra nights free. Valid 01 Apr - 15 guaranteed king size bed. Valid 01 DVD player, USB/mp3 ports, Jun 14 & 01 Sep - 18 Dec 14. Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15.
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4 STAR LONE PINE • Premier rooms have two queen-size beds and a garden/courtyard view HONEYMOON: Honeymooners DELUXE and Deluxe rooms have sea view and staying 4 nights or more will receive mini plunge pool on the balcony. a complimentary welcome drink, a Tucked away on the shores of Batu bottle of wine and cheese platter on Ferringhi Lone Pine offers a serene HOTEL FACILITIES: arrival and a guaranteed king-sized and secluded environment ideal for • The Bungalow beachfront restaurant bed.. those seeking a restful break. serving international and Hainanese Wonderfully blending colonial charm cuisine, Matsu Japanese restaurant with contemporary comfort, it has a and Batubar offering tapas and wine. MALAYSIA great reputation and is one of the • Gym, Pure Energy Spa with outdoor premier hotel's in the area. Pure cabanas and indoor treatment rooms, LONE PINE Energy Spa features a superb menu of outdoor swimming pool and beachfront hammocks. STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM massage and beauty treatments, ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS while the attractive swimming pool sits 1 NIGHT within an exclusive tranquil courtyard. FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 3 nights ADULT LOW FROM £70 GUEST ROOMS: and receive 1 extra night free. Pay ADULT HIGH FROM £84 • Rooms have dark wood furniture and for 5 nights and receive 2 extra All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin large balcony or terrace. share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. nights free. Valid 01 - 29 Jan 14, 10 Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 20 Dec ’14, 04 Jan ’15 - 16 Jan ’15, • Amenities include flat-screen TV, DVD Feb - 31 Mar 14 and 01 Apr - 20 22 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 21 Dec ’14 - 03 Jan ’15, player, minibar and free Wi-Fi. 17 Jan ’15 - 22 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Super Deluxe (Corner) Dec 14 & 22 Jan - 31 Mar 15. from £8 per night. Board Upgrades: Half Board from £22 per night. Full Board from £40 per night.
Superior Hillview Room
HOTEL FACILITIES: 4 STAR PARKROYAL SPECIAL OFFER: Book a Deluxe • Tamarind Brasserie offers PENANG mouthwatering local specialities. If Seafacing room or higher and you’re dining with the kids, head receive discounted rates. Valid 03 On scenic Batu Ferringhi Beach, down to Cool Bananas where you Jan - 30 Jan 14 & 09 Feb - 31 Mar Parkroyal Penang comprises 309 can enjoy snacks in a laid-back 14. tastefully decorated, comfortable environment. rooms and suites, a choice of • Koko-Nut Kids Club offers daily fun restaurants and bars and a superb and educational activities. range of facilities. Lounge by the • Beautifully landscaped pool with pool, treat yourself to a massage or children’s pool and water slide. head for the beachfront water sports PARKROYAL PENANG centre. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR HILL VIEW ROOM FREE NIGHTS: Stay 5 nights and ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS only pay for 4. Stay 7 nights and GUEST ROOMS: 1 NIGHT • Rooms are spacious and tastefully only pay for 5. Stay 10 nights and furnished. Some rooms have views of only pay for 7. Valid 01 Apr - 28 ADULT LOW FROM £53 the Andaman Sea. May 14 & 01 Jul - 19 Dec 14. ADULT MID FROM £60 • Each room is well-equipped with ADULT HIGH FROM £87 FREE NIGHTS: Pay 5 nights and modern amenities such as air- All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin conditioning, satellite TV and only pay for 4. Stay 7 nights and share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. only pay for 5. Valid 01 Feb - 31 Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 28 May ’14, 01 Jul ’14 - 19 Dec ’14, broadband. Mid season: 29 May ’14 - 30 Jun ’14, 04 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, Mar 15 in Superior Hillview Rooms High season: 20 Dec ’14 - 03 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Sea Facing Room from £15 per night. Board Upgrades: Half only. Board from £29 per night. Full Board from £48 per night.
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Beach Wing Seaview Room
4 STAR HOLIDAY INN HOTEL FACILITIES: HOLIDAY INN RESORT PENANG • A choice of restaurants and bars STAYING IN A FERRINGHI TOWER HILL VIEW RESORT providing a wide selection of food ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS and drinks. Terrace café offers all-day MALAYSIA 1 NIGHT On Batu Ferringhi, a lively beach dining in an al fresco setting, with an famous for its white sands and international buffet breakfast and ADULT LOW FROM £39 casuarina trees, this spectacular contemporary à la carte selection. ADULT HIGH FROM £52 seafront resort has a prime location, • Swimming pool, children’s pool, All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on traditional Malay massage, water twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on offering breathtaking views of the enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 27 Jul ’14, 16 Aug ’14 - setting sun. Its striking layout features polo, games room, gym, bicycle tour 18 Dec ’14, 04 Jan ’15 - 16 Feb ’15, 26 Feb ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, and various watersports. High season: 28 Jul ’14 - 15 Aug ’14, 19 Dec ’14 - an overhead walkway linking the two 03 Jan ’15, 17 Feb ’15 - 25 Feb ’15. Room Upgrade: Ferringhi wings of the hotel, each home to • The Dolphy Kids’ Club has exciting Tower Sea View Room from £11 per night. daily activities. tastefully decorated rooms. Georgetown is 18 kilometres away and the airport is a 45-minute drive.
GUEST ROOMS: Pay for 3 nights • Rooms offer panoramic views of the FREE NIGHTS: sea or hills. and receive 1 further night free. Pay • Amenities include LCD TV, mp3 docks for 5 nights and receive 2 further (some room), air-conditioning, safe, nights free. Valid -1 Apr - 18 Dec 14 minibar and high-speed Internet & 04 Jan - 31 Mar 15. access.
Seaview Deluxe Room
4 STAR HARD ROCK coffee making facility, minibar and HARD ROCK HOTEL rain shower. STAYING IN A HILL VIEW DELUXE ROOM HOTEL ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS HOTEL FACILITIES: Synonymous with music, fun and 1 NIGHT • Renowned Hard Rock Cafe serving great food this member of the Hard American classics, Starz Diner for ADULT LOW FROM £53 Rock chain brings the rock star Asian and international cuisine, ADULT HIGH FROM £90 experience to Penang's beachfront. pizzeria, Sand Bar, lobby lounge and All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on Contemporary design celebrates pop swim-up bar. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 19 Dec ’14, 04 Jan ’15 - culture from the 50s to today and • 26,000 square feet swimming pool 31 Mar ’13, High season: 20 Dec ’14 - 03 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Sea View Deluxe Room with Balcony from £13 per images of stars and memorabilia with waterslides, Rock Spa, Body Rock night. Board Upgrades: Half Board from £21 per night. Full adorns the walls. It lays claim to the Gym, Lil' Rock kids' club. Board from £37 per night. largest swimming pool in Northern • Hair salon; games room; playground; Malaysia and families are well gift shop; live concerts and foam parties. catered for with kids' and teens' clubs.
GUEST ROOMS: FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights • The elegant rooms are decorated with and receive 1 further night free. Pay designer furnishings and boast views for 5 nights and receive 2 further of surrounding greenery or the ocean. • Each room includes Sleep Like a Rock nights free. Valid -1 Apr - 30 Nov bedding with 300 thread count linen, 14 & 04 Jan - 31 Mar 15 in Hillview 32" satellite TV, DVD player, CD & Seaview Deluxe with Balcony player, iPod docking station, tea and Rooms only.
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LANGKAWI
With beautiful beaches dotted around
MALAYSIA the coastline, secluded coves and lush rainforests, Langkawi is an unspoilt paradise, offering all the romance of a castaway island.
DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… • A trip to Kuah, Langkawi’s main town on the south-east of ANDAMAN SEA the island, to buy local handicrafts and duty-free shopping. • Visiting Tasik Dayang Bunting, the Lake of the Pregnant The Andaman Maiden. • Going to Air Hangat Village to enjoy its hot-springs spa The Datai where you can get water therapy with natural mineral-laden LANGKAWI waters, along with other health and beauty treatments. Berjaya Langkawi Beach & Spa Resort • Sailing to Pulau Singa Besar. About forty minutes by boat to The Danna the south of Langkawi, this small, undeveloped island has Four Points been designated as a bird and animal sanctuary. by Sheraton Langkawi Airport Kuah Town THINGS TO SEE AND DO Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa Explore the different beaches to find your favourite. Among The Westin Jetty Langkawi the most scenic are Pantai Cenang, Pantai Rhu, Pantai Kok, Resort & Spa Pantai Tengah and the black sand of Pantai Pasir Hitam. The seas around the island teem with fish and fishing trips can be arranged. It’s easy to hire a car to explore the island. The roads are good and the scenery is beautiful.
FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 13½ Hours via Kuala Lumpur GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL GMT: +8 Hours Shared transfers from Langkawi Airport take approximately 10 CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential - 45 minutes and cost from £14 per person return. Private Information pages at the back of this brochure. transfers are also available from £4 extra per person return (min 2 people). LANGKAWI TOURS
HIGHLIGHTS OF LANGKAWI SAILING THE TROPICS MANGROVE & CAVE TOUR Take a cable car ride over virgin On this adventure cruise, you’ll see This unique tour is designed with the rainforest and waterfalls to the the local caves and mangroves, adventurous in mind. Explore the summit of Gunung Mat Chincang, learn to sail, enjoy the thrill of boom mangrove areas by boat and then the island’s highest mountain. At the netting and you may even catch your trek to visit the caves and see hillside complex of Kraf Budaya, you own lunch. You can help out on vampire bats having their siesta. can peruse a range of local board, make time for some excellent Lunch is provided at a local handicrafts. The tour then meanders snorkelling or just sit back, relax and restaurant. Please wear comfortable through quiet country roads, passing watch the world drift by. Sailing is sports shoes as the terrain can be paddy fields, local villages and Eagle subject to local conditions and uneven and involves climbing steps. Square, on its way to Kuah. includes buffet lunch. Duration: Approx 6 Hours Departs: Duration: 4 Hours Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Daily Price from: Adult £23 Price from: Adult £218 Price from: Adult £111
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Luxury Pool Access Room MALAYSIA
5 STAR THE ANDAMAN LANGKAWI In the middle of a virgin tropical rainforest, surrounded by centuries- old trees, lies the Andaman at Datai Bay. The hotel comprises deluxe rooms and suites, some of which feature sunning decks. A beautiful restaurant overlooks the swimming pool and surrounding tropical rainforest. There’s a stunning award- winning spa to relax and rejuvenate and an 18-hole championship golf course next door. The Andaman is a haven far from the bustle of city life.
GUEST ROOMS: • Rooms and suites are furnished with king-size or twin beds and feature excellent amenities, including minibar, ice bucket, coffee machines, satellite TV and DVD players. • Each suite comprises one bedroom, separate living area, spacious balcony and private bar. SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 8 nights and THE ANDAMAN A LUXURY COLLECTION RESORT receive a free upgrade. Valid 01 Apr STAYING IN A DELUXE RAINFOREST ROOM HOTEL FACILITIES: ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS • Six alluring dining establishments - 22 Dec 14, 11 Jan - 18 Feb 15 & nestled amongst pristine nature 01 - 31 Mar 15 in Deluxe 1 NIGHT including The Restaurant, an all day Rainforest, Deluxe Treetops and ADULT LOW FROM £92 dining venue and The Japanese Luxury Garden Terrace Rooms only. ADULT MID FROM £100 Restaurant for authentic cuisine. JALA, Pay for 5 nights ADULT HIGH FROM £205 offers a gastronomical adventure and BONUS NIGHTS: and receive 2 extra nights All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on a contemporary take on Malay twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on flavours with a Danish twist! The (compulsory breakfast payable on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 22 Dec ’14, 11 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, Mid season: 09 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, High Beach Bar and Tepian Laut present bonus nights). Valid 01 Apr - 22 Dec season: 01 Jan ’14 - 08 Jan ’14. Room Upgrade: Deluxe unparalleled vistas of the azure 14, 11 Jan - 18 Frb 15 & 01 - 31 Treetop View Room from £17 per night. Board Upgrades: Half Board from £45 per night. Full Board from £90 per night. All seascape while Jentayu Lounge Mar 15. Inclusive from £131 per night. highlights stunning views of the hotel’s facade. HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS • The Spa offers rejuvenation and healing traditional body treatments in • Rare wildlife and exotic flora - a Rainforest Villas with massage beds, nature lover's paradise garden shower and relaxation • Activities on the coral reef terrace. • Southeast Asia’s first Coral Nursery • Iconic sunset rituals
121 GM_FE_1415_DEC_122.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:28Page122 122 MALAYSIA LANGKAWI 5 STAR DELUXE 5 STAR • Deluxe Rooms inthemainbuilding • Deluxe Rooms havespectacularviews GUEST ROOMS: beach facingtheAndamansea. island, ithasitsownwhitesand western tipofthispristineMalaysian above asecludedcoveonthenorth- virginrainforest.Set centuries-old tucked awayinthedepthsofa The Dataiisanidyllicnaturalretreat Langkawi’s mostoutstandinghotel, • All roomsfeaturethehotel’ssignature GUEST ROOMS: is convenientaswellluxurious. kilometres fromtheairport,hotel shopping areaofKuah Town and20 just threekilometresfromthemain tremendous senseofpeace.Situated sandy beach,thisresortconjuresa gardens anditsownpalm-fringed, clad hills,verdantlandscaped Surrounded by104acresofjungle- Shower ocean view. balcony overlookingthegardenor an bathroom. Mostroomshavea player andspacious,modern have abedroomandlivingarea. and minibar. conditioning, TV, safe,DVD player include hairdryer, telephone,air- from theirprivateterrace.Amenities Heavenly Bed ® , a42"plasmaTV, DVD ® RESORT &SPA LANGKAWI THE WESTIN THE DATAI and Heavenly • Westin Kids’Club. • A selectionofbarsandrestaurants • Leisure facilitiesincludeinfinitypool, • The HeavenlySpabyWestin offersa HOTEL FACILITIES: • Garden ViewRooms overlookthe • Tennis courts,healthclub,two • Charming spainasecludedrainforest • The Pavilion specialisesinThaicuisine, HOTEL FACILITIES: • Suites arelocatedinfree-standing • Superior Villasfeatureanelevated serve foodfromaroundtheworld. pool, tennisareaandsquashcourts. relaxation oceanrockpool,children’s beauty treatments. wide rangeofmassage,wellnessand spacious balcony. Rooms haveapartial seaviewfroma and Premium Partial OceanView View Rooms haveadirectseaview landscaped gardens,Premium Ocean pavilion. swimming poolsandthewatersports setting. Club offersalfrescodiningbythesea. and westernfavouritesTheBeach The DiningRoom servesMalaysian by aseriesofpathways. centralareas connected totheresort’s villas hiddenawayintherainforestand veranda. Pool Villa omUgae rmu omfo 1 e night. per £15 from Room Premium Upgrade: Room A A esn 1Jan 01 season: wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be Jan will Mar Prices 11 01 only. guide season: Low a enquiry. are and share, twin wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be Mar will Apr Prices 31 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin prd:PeimGre iwRo rm£0prnight. per £20 from Room View Garden Premium Upgrade: DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll Superior Villasonly. Deluxe Room,Premium Roomand Dec 14&11Jan-31Mar15in extra nightsfree.Valid 01Apr-19 for 5nightsandreceiveupto2 and receive1extranightfree.Pay FREE NIGHTS: 15. 11 Jan-17Feb 15&01- 31Mar upgrade. Valid 01Apr-20Dec14, prior toarrivalandreceiveafree EARLYBIRD: 01 -31Mar15. 20 Dec14,11Jan-17Feb 15& and onlypayfor5.Valid 01Apr- FREE NIGHTS: ’ 4-2 Feb 28 - 14 ’ ETNLNKW EOT&SPA & RESORT LANGKAWI WESTIN 5 ihsao:2 Dec 21 season: High 15, TYN NASPRO ROOM SUPERIOR A IN STAYING NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON TYN NADLX ROOM DELUXE A IN STAYING NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON ’ 4-1 Jan 10 - 14 ’ 4 1Jan 11 14, Book atleast60days H DATAI THE Pay for3nights Stay for7nights ’ ’ ’ 4 0Dec 20 14, 4-2 Dec 20 - 14 4-1 Dec 19 - 14 ‘ ‘ from from ’ 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 ’ 4-1 Jan 10 - 14 ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ ’ ’ 4-1 Jan 10 - 14 £109 £200 £358 £239 4 1Jan 11 14, 4 i season: Mid 14, £82 ’ ’ 5 Room 15. 5 High 15, ’ ’ 5- 15 15. GM_FE_1415_DEC_123.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:08 Page 123 LANGKAWI
Garden View Room
4 STAR MERITUS and coffee making facilities, TV, MERITUS PELANGI BEACH RESORT & SPA hairdryer, telephone, minibar and STAYING IN A GARDEN TERRACE ROOM DELUXE PELANGI safe. ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS MALAYSIA BEACH RESORT 1 NIGHT HOTEL FACILITIES: & SPA • Three restaurants offer a choice of ADULT LOW FROM £84 local and international cuisine. ADULT MID FROM £102 Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort is • Selection of bars, some offering lively ADULT HIGH FROM £117 designed to resemble a Malaysian entertainment. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on village. The one and two-storey • Two beautifully landscaped swimming twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on wooden chalets are scattered along enquiry. Low season: 16 Feb ’14 - 19 Dec ’14, 16 Feb ’15 - pools, one with Jacuzzi, health club 31 Mar ’15, Mid season: 06 Jan ’14-15Feb’14, 06 Jan ’15 - the palm-fringed beachfront. Echoing with gym, steam room, sauna and 15 Feb ’15, High season: 20 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Lakefront Room from £4 per night. Board Upgrades: local architecture, the buildings are massage, mini golf, tennis and Breakfast from £18 per night. Half Board from £44 per night. distinctive in style and raised on stilts. squash courts and water sports centre Full Board from £66 per night. Situated on the west coast of offering sailing, windsurfing, Langkawi, the resort is only 10 waterskiing and canoeing. minutes’ drive from the international airport. FREE NIGHTS: Stay 7 nights and only pay for 5. Valid 01 Apr - 30 GUEST ROOMS: • All rooms have a balcony or terrace. Jun 14 & 01 Sep - 19 Dec 14. • Amenities include private bathroom, air-conditioning and ceiling fans, tea
Merchant Suite
5 STAR THE DANNA pool cafe, lobby lounge and drawing THE DANNA room. STAYING IN A MERCHANT ROOM On white sandy shores facing Telega • Three-tier infinity swimming pool with ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS kids' pool and whirlpool; fitness Harbour The Danna boasts unrivelled 1 NIGHT picturesque views of the beach, centre; spa; games room/library. ADULT LOW FROM £129 marina and verdant hills. Interiors are • Kids' club with playroom, games ADULT HIGH FROM £195 inspired by the glamour of a bygone room and movie room. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin era, from the impressive lobby with share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. polished marble floors to FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 22 Dec ’14, 11 Jan ’15 - 18 Feb ’15, 25 Feb ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 23 Dec ’14 - sophisticated rooms and chic and receive 1 further night free. 10 Jan ’15, 19 Feb ’15 - 25 Feb ’15. Room Upgrade: Grand Merchant Room from £20 per night. Board Upgrades: Half swimming pool scene everything is Valid 01 Apr - 22 Dec 14, 11 Jan - Board from £34 per night. All Inclusive from £112 per night. presented to the highest standard. 18 Feb 15 & 26 Feb - 31 Mar 15. EARLYBIRD: Book at least 60 days GUEST ROOMS: prior to arrival and receive special • Merchant rooms feature 42" LCD TV, mp3 docking station, minibar, tea discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 22 and coffee making facilities, free Wi- Dec 14, 11 Jan - 18 Feb 15 & 26 Fi, rain shower and balcony with Feb - 31 Mar 15. marina and rolling hills views. SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 7 nights and receive a complimentary room HOTEL FACILITIES: upgrade. Valid 01 Apr - 22 Dec 14, • Planter's Restaurant serving gourmet 11 Jan - 18 Feb 15 & 26 Feb - 31 Mediterranean fare, The Straits & Co offering British-Malaysian cuisine, Mar 15
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4 STAR BERJAYA HOTEL FACILITIES: BERJAYA LANGKAWI BEACH & SPA RESORT • A range of dining options including STAYING IN A RAINFOREST CHALET LANGKAWI Chinese at the Oriental Pearl, ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS Malaysian and international RESORT 1 NIGHT favourites at the 24-hour Dayang A holiday paradise, the Berjaya Café and authentic Thai cuisine at ADULT LOW FROM £63 Langkawi Resort is the perfect Pahn-Thai Restaurant. ADULT HIGH FROM £90 hideaway for relaxing amid tropical • A huge pool winds its way through All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin the resort. A spa and various water share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. greenery and sun-soaked beaches, Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 19 Dec ’14, 20 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, sports are also available. High season: 20 Dec ’14 - 19 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Partial MALAYSIA designed to complement the unspoilt Sea View Chalet from £10 per night. Board Upgrades: Half island's natural beauty. Chalets in a Board from £20 per night. Full Board from £36 per night. rustic Malaysian architectural style are FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights in harmony with their tropical and receive 1 further night free. Pay rainforest surroundings, while some for 8 nights and receive up to 2 suites sit on stilts at the water’s edge. further nights free. Valid 01 Apr - The airport is just 20 minutes away. 30 Jun 14 & 01 Sep - 31 Oct 14. GUEST ROOMS: • All rooms feature private bathroom, air-conditioning, colour TV, telephone, safe, minibar and coffee and tea making facilities.
Lanai Room
4 STAR FOUR POINTS HOTEL FACILITIES: FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON LANGKAWI • All-day dining at The Eatery serving STAYING IN A COMFORT ROOM BY SHERATON local and international cuisine, while ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS the relaxed Wrapped serves light LANGKAWI 1 NIGHT snacks. In a beautiful beachfront setting, Four • Other facilities include lounge, infinity ADULT LOW FROM £44 Points by Sheraton Langkawi Resort is pool, fitness centre, WiFi in public ADULT MID FROM £51 ideal for families or couples. A wide areas, kids’ pool, kids’ club and ADULT HIGH FROM £57 variety of accommodation and laundry service. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. facilities are available and for those Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, 06 Jan ’15-17Feb’15, 24 Feb ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, Mid season: 18 Feb ’15 - 25 Feb ’15, seeking to relax, the large infinity pool High season: 24 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Partial is a particular attraction. Sea View Room from £7 per night. Board Upgrades: Half Board FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights from £21 per night. Full Board from £37 per night. GUEST ROOMS: and receive 1 further night free. • With a stylish design and Valid 01 Apr - 23 Dec 14, 06 Jan - contemporary bright furnishings, 17 Feb 15 & 24 Feb - 31 Mar 15. including the Sheraton Four Comfort Bed. • LCD flat-screen televisions, high- HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS speed Internet access (local charge • Langkawi's largest infinity pool payable), tea and coffee making facilities, in-room safe. Sea View • Great value for money rooms look out over the beach, while Lanai rooms offer private spacious lanais. 124 GM_FE_1415_DEC_125.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:32 Page 125 MALAYSIA
MALAYSIA’S HIDDEN GEMS HIDDEN GEMS
With immaculate white sands and calm turquoise waters, just thinking about these blissful locations can make you start to relax. Imagine how wonderful it feels when you actually get there.
KUALA TERENGGANU The charming natural landscapes of Kuala Terengganu include SOUTH CHINA SEA verdant tropical jungles, heavenly stretches of beach along the 225- kilometre coastline, quaint fishing villages and exotic islands. Kuala Terengganu Pangkor & MALAYSIA KUANTAN Pangkor Laut Kuantan A relatively small region, Kuantan has quiet, unspoilt beaches, scenic Kuala Lumpur EAST COAST lakes and impressive mountains. A Tioman Island fusion of Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous cultures makes the area SARAW beautiful and fascinating.
TIOMAN ISLAND The tropical paradise of Tioman Island is located off the east coast INDONESIA eninsular Malaysia. Miles of BORN of P sandy white beaches surrounded by the teeming waters and coral reefs of the South China Sea promise excellent diving and snorkelling.
PANGKOR LAUT A privately owned island located three miles off the West Coast of Malaysia whose natural beauty can now be shared with a limited number of guests. The exclusive Pangkor Laut Resort is set in its own bay surrounded by lush and unspoilt rainforest. Little coves with white sand beaches dot the coast and the astoundingly beautiful Emerald Bay is listed among the world’s best.
125 GM_FE_1415_DEC_126.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:09Page126 126 HIDDEN GEMS MALAYSIA 5 STAR • Dining concierge. • Dining • Spa Villagecreatesa uniqueretreat • Fishing trips,cruisesandexcursions. • Separate poolforSpa Villageguests. • Three tenniscourts,squashcourt, • Dining atPangkor Laut isaculinary HOTEL FACILITIES: • Amenities includelargebathrooms, • Every villaandsuitefeaturesspacious GUEST ROOMS: unforgettable. this unspoiltlocationistruly by atwo-million-year-old rainforest, built onstiltsoverthesea.Surrounded architectural detailingandsomeare village, thevillashavedistinctive resemble atraditionalMalaysian public islandofPangkor. Designedto Pangkor Laut, onemilefromthe the idyllic,privatelyownedislandof This award-winningresortisfoundon of pavilions. Thailand andMalaysiainaselection from China,Japan,India,Bali, where guestscanenjoytreatments trekking. spa guests),watersportsandjungle swimming pools(onepoolsolelyfor small fitnesscentrewithsauna,two Village. or samplingthedelightsofFeast enjoying aprivatediningexperience gourmet picnicsatthebeachto a myriaddiningexperiences,from adventure. Within theresortthereare coffee andteamakingfacilities. Villas), hairdryer, refrigeratorand player andiPod dock(inSeaandSpa (in Garden,HillandBeachVillas)CD desk, electronicsafe,telephone,TV conditioning, bed,writing king-size thermostat-controlled air- deckchairs. private balconieswithcushioned interiors, traditionalfabricsand LAUT RESORT PANGKOR 8.45am, 12noon,1pmand5pm. minutes. Return Speedboatsdepartat and 8pmtakeapproximately15 depart at9am,1pm,3pm,4.30pm from Lumut toPangkor Laut Resort approximately 4hours.Speedboats from Kuala Lumpur toLumut take GETTING THERE: Valid 01Apr14-31Mar15. and receivespecialdiscountedrates. prior toarrivalfor3nightsormore EARLY BIRD: Villas andSeaonly. - 31Mar15inHillVillas,Beach and onlypayfor6.Valid 01Apr14 FREE NIGHTS: Book atleast60days Stay for7nights Private cartransfers A 1 e ih.BadUgae ulBadfo 7 e night. per £74 from Board Full Upgrade: Board night. per £10 on confirmed be will Jan Prices only. 11 guide season: a Low are enquiry. and share, twin esn 1Jan 01 season: Mar 31 DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll ’ 5 i esn 0Dec 20 season: Mid 15, NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON TYN NAGRE VILLA GARDEN A IN STAYING ’ 4-1 Jan 10 - 14 AGO ATRESORT LAUT PANGKOR ’ 4 omUgae ilVlafrom Villa Hill Upgrade: Room 14. ’ 4-1 Dec 19 - 14 ‘ from’ ’ 4-1 Jan 10 - 14 e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 ’ 4 1Jan 11 14, £134 £127 £99 ’ 5 High 15, ’ 5- 15 GM_FE_1415_DEC_127.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:13 Page 127 MALAYSIA HIDDEN GEMS
Serambi Room
5 STAR TANJONG JARA RESORT, KUALA TERRENGGANU
Set on the unspoilt east coast of Malaysia, on the shores of the South China Sea with its miles of sandy beach, the unique and beautiful Tanjong Jara Resort is dedicated to adventure and relaxation. Styled on traditional Malay architecture, the buildings feature striking interiors, intricately designed and tastefully furnished with rich local timbers and traditional local fabrics. Extraordinary and traditionally luxurious, this resort promises an experience that is "Unmistakably Malay".
GUEST ROOMS: • Rooms are positioned to offer panoramic views of either the South China Sea or the tropical gardens. • Amenities include TV with satellite channels, telephones, coffee and tea making facilities, safe, refrigerator, writing table and hairdryer. TANJONG JARA RESORT HOTEL FACILITIES: FREE NIGHTS: Stay for 7 nights and only pay for 6. Stay for 10 STAYING IN A BUMBUNG ROOM • Dining at the resort is scenic, exquisite ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS and informal; offering traditional nights and only pay for 8. Stay for Malaysian cuisine, Asian and Western 14 nights and only pay for 11. Valid 1 NIGHT delicacies and delectable seafood 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. ADULT LOW FROM £50 dishes. ADULT MID FROM £85 EARLYBIRD: Book at least 60 days • Leisure facilities include the award- ADULT HIGH FROM £113 winning Spa Village, a gymnasium, prior to arrival and stay a minimum of 3 nights; receive special All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin tennis court, cultural excursions and share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr - 14 Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, Mid season: 01 Apr ’14 - seasonal water activities including 30 Jun ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 14 Nov ’14, High season: 01 Jul ’14 - diving and snorkelling. Nov 14. 31 Aug ’14. Room Upgrade: Serambi Room from £5 per night. • Private dining options. Board Upgrade: Full Board from £56 per night.
GETTING THERE: Road transfers depart Kuala Terengganu airport and take approximately 75 minutes.
127 GM_FE_1415_DEC_128.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:16Page128 128 HIDDEN GEMS MALAYSIA 4 STAR 4 STAR • Three restaurants:theKampung HOTEL FACILITIES: • Designed forexclusivity, Regency Club • Amenities includebalcony, air- GUEST ROOMS: of theSouthChinaSea. panoramic viewsovertheazurewaters Hyatt RegencyKuantan Resorthas east coastofPeninsula Malaysia,the beachfront ofTelok Chempedakonthe Opening ontothewhitesandy • Five diningoptionsserveboth HOTEL FACILITIES: • All chaletsfeatureair-conditioning, • Standard Chalets,SuperiorChalets GUEST ROOMS: complements itsbreathtakingsetting. Berjaya TiomanResortmorethan scenic islandsinMalaysia,andthe marine life,thisisoneofthemost waterandcolourful crystal-clear With itspalm-fringedbeaches, Sea ViewRoom Restaurant isaninformalopen-air guests exclusiveamenitiesandfacilities. accommodation offersdiscerninghotel making facilitiesandtelephone. minibar, safe,hairdryer, teaandcoffee conditioning, ensuitebathroom,TV, international andAsiancuisine and hairdryer. and coffeemakingfacilities,minibar bathroom, telephone,colourTV, tea with averanda. and DeluxeChaletsareavailable,all RESORT BERJAYA RESORT HYATT REGENCY TIOMAN KUANTAN 20 mins. depart Kuantan airportandtakeapprox RoadGETTING THERE: transfers • Fully equippedgym,steambathand • Two swimmingpoolsandaswim-up • The SampanBar, inaconvertedboat, approximately 55minutes. Lumpur's Subangairportandtake GETTING THERE: • Children’s playgroundandvideo • Water sportsincludeaPADI Dive • Freeform swimmingpool,sauna, Guest RoomsandSeaViewRooms. 01 Nov14-31Jan15inHyatt number ofextranightsfree.Valid nights andreceiveuptothesame FREE NIGHTS: Jun 14&01Sep-31Mar15. extra nightsfree.Valid 01Apr-30 for 8nightsandreceiveupto2 and receive1extranightfree.Pay BONUS NIGHTS: sauna, spa,tennisandwatersports. bar. week. with liveentertainmentsixnightsa is apopularfeature,asChukka restaurant. The Beachisabeachfrontgrill Bistro isacasualvenueandCoalson restaurant onthebeach,TheItalian games room. boat tripsandwindsurfing. Centre, snorkelling, island hopping, trekking. championship golfcourseandjungle court, gymnasium,18-hole Ayura Spa,tenniscourts,basketball bar. include abeachsiderestaurantand Pay for5to7 Flights departKuala Pay for5nights A A prd:SaVe omfo 8prnight. per £8 Apr on from confirmed Room 01 be View will Sea Prices season: Upgrade: only. Low guide a enquiry. are and share, twin afBadfo 1 e ih.Fl or rm£0prnight. per £30 from Board Full night. per £17 Upgrades: Board from night. Board per Half £5 from Chalet Superior on Upgrade: confirmed be Mar will Apr Prices 31 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin DL O FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll YT EEC UNA RESORT KUANTAN REGENCY HYATT ’ 5 ihsao:0 Jul 01 season: High 15, TYN NASADR CHALET STANDARD A IN STAYING NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON TYN NAGETROOM GUEST A IN STAYING NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON EJY IMNRESORT TIOMAN BERJAYA ’ 4-3 Jun 30 - 14 ‘ ‘ from from ’ 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ’ 4-0 Sep 01 - 14 ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ 4 2Sep 02 14, £34 £46 £57 ’ ’ 5 Room 15. 4 Room 14. ’ 4- 14 GM_FE_1415_DEC_129.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:56 Page 129
EXPLORE MALAYSIA MALAYSIA HIDDEN GEMS
Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang. Hill. After lunch, board a longboat to TAMAN NEGARA PACKAGE With its bountiful wildlife and tranquil visit the beautiful cascading waterfalls DURATION: 4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS landscapes, the park is a tropical of Lata Berkoh and swim in the clear haven ideal for relaxation, fishing waters. Drifting downstream on the DEPARTS: DAILY expeditions and jungle trekking. return journey is a wonderful experience. Return to your hotel for PRICES FROM £788 PER PERSON DAY 1: KUALA LUMPUR TO TAMAN dinner. NEGARA Price Includes: Travel by road to Kuala Tembeling Jetty, DAY 3: TAMAN NEGARA • Three nights accommodation. After breakfast, shoot the rapids all the • Meals as specified. then onward by boat (approximately • Activities & excursions as detailed. three hours) to the park headquarters. way to Kuala Trenggan. On your return, • English-speaking driver/guide. drop by at the Orang Asli Settlement to • Return transfers from Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur. Stay in an air-conditioned chalet at the Mutiara Taman Negara Resort for three see traditional life in an aboriginal Please Note: A visit to Taman Negara is not nights. After dinner and an introduction village. Note: This visit is subject to recommended during the monsoon season or for to the park, a guide will take you on a availability with permission from the the less mobile. We suggest that visitors to the Park people of the village. That evening, bring binoculars, a torch and a warm jacket. jungle night walk. over dinner, re-live the day's adventures. DAY 2: TAMAN NEGARA In the centre of the Peninsula, Taman After breakfast, brave the 500-metre DAY 4: TAMAN NEGARA TO KUALA Negara National Park covers over "Canopy Walk", 30 metres above LUMPUR 4,343 km sq, spanning three states: ground level, then trek to the Teresek After breakfast return downstream and onward to Kuala Lumpur.
The Cameron Highlands is a DAY 2: Cameron Highlands CAMERON HIGHLANDS spectacular hill resort at 1,524 metres Free day to explore or relax. Breakfast PACKAGE above sea level. The cool climate included. makes this an excellent tea and DURATION: 3 DAYS | 2 NIGHTS DAY 3: Cameron Highlands to vegetable-growing area. Penang DEPARTS: DAILY DAY 1: Kuala Lumpur to Cameron After breakfast, your journey continues PRICES FROM £472 PER PERSON Highlands back down to Tapah then north to Depart Kuala Lumpur for the journey Perak; the richest tin mining state in Price Includes: north to the hill resort of Cameron Malaysia. On the way, you’ll pass • Two nights’ accommodation. Highlands. En route, pass through the through major rubber and oil palm • Meals as specified. plantation regions then cross the • Transportation in a private air conditioned vehicle. historic town of Slim River before • English-speaking driver/guide. arriving into Tapah town, at the foothills Penang Bridge, measuring 13.5 • Sightseeing and excursions as detailed. of Cameron Highlands. As you ascend kilometres, to arrive on the island of Penang. Transfer to your hotel. Please Note: A similar package departing Kuala up into the hill country, you have the Lumpur and returning to Kuala Lumpur is available. chance to see indigenous tribes and traditional bamboo weaving, as well as For a taste of Old England, Malaysian the Iskandar waterfalls. After lunch, style, head for the hill stations of provided by the resort, you will be taken Cameron Highlands where cooler on a tour of the Highlands which temperatures and lush countryside includes rose gardens and a tea provide ample opportunities for plantation. Two-night stay at Strawberry walks, rounds of golf and cream teas. Park Resort, breakfast included.
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BORNEO
ORNEO Borneo combines the natural wonders
B of Mount Kinabalu, the Sepilok Orang- Utan sanctuary and a jungle wilderness with the relaxation and indulgence of fabulous beach resorts.
DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… SOUTH CHINA SEA • A trip to Turtle Island National Park. During the peak Kota summer months, the turtles converge in the island’s shallow Kinabalu MT KINABALU waters and return to the beaches of this and eight nearby SABAH islands to lay their eggs under cover of darkness. EAST MALAYSIA Sandakan • Visiting Gomantong Caves. A boat ride across the bay from Sandakan, then a drive by Land Rover through 16 km of dense jungle takes you to these marvellous caves where SARAWAK swifts build their nests high on the walls and roofs. • Luxuriating in the Poring Hot Springs. Nearby is the 41 Kuching metre-high canopy walk, the Langanan Waterfall and the Kipungit Waterfall. • Seeing the longhouses along the river Sabah which houses entire villages of some very unique native communities under a single long roof. BORNEO GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL Shared transfers from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru take approximately 10 minutes and cost from FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 15 Hours via Kuala Lumpur £17 per person return or to Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria take GMT: +8 Hours approximately 45 minutes and cost from £30 per person CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential return. Private transfers are also available from £8 extra per Information pages at the back of this brochure. person return (min 2 people). Boat transfers to Gaya Island leave from Sutera Harbour marina at 08.00, 10.00, 12.00, 14.00, 16.00 & 18.00 and take approximately 20 minutes. BORNEO TOURS Prices from £107 per person return.
ORANG-UTAN ENCOUNTER KINABALU PARK & COLOURS OF BORNEO Take an early morning flight from PORING HOT SPRING A fun day to explore the different Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. The first A scenic three-hour drive takes you aspects of Borneo as you learn and stop of the tour is the Sepilok Orang- to Poring Hot Springs, where you’ll show your ability of how to catch Utan Sanctuary. From here, you conquer the canopy walk, 41 metres crabs, swimming, snorkelling or Batik continue to Sandakan town for above ground level for a better painting. Enjoy a short cruise on a lunch. After lunch, proceed to a appreciation of the tropical forest or unique Bamboo raft through water village and Sabah’s largest opt for an invigorating mineral bath mangroves, learning the importance Buddhist Temple, Puh Jih Shih which using indoor or outdoor hot tubs. of this fertile forest and then enjoy a commands a panoramic view of After your canopy walk, you can also cup of "Teh Tarik" literally translated Sandakan Bay. Later, you fly back to soak yourself in a therapeutic as "pulled tea", a popular drink of Kota Kinabalu. bathtub. the locals. Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £199 Price from: Adult £151 Price from: Adult £111
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5 STAR SHANGRI-LA'S Deluxe Sea View room RASA RIA RESORT Overlooking a stunning vista of white sands and blue seas, Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort is simply breathtaking. The 400 acres of gardens surrounding the resort ensure its feeling of privacy and seclusion. Just 45 minutes from the airport and the local shopping district, this heavenly location is complemented by Shangri-La’s trademark service. The new Ocean Wing offers discerning travellers the finest in luxury living.
GUEST ROOMS: • Most rooms have an impressive view of the sea, garden and beach. • All ground-floor rooms have private lanais accessible through landscaped gardens. The remainder are split-level with private balconies. • Facilities include private bathroom, air-conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, safe, minibar and coffee SHANGRI-LA'S RASA RIA RESORT and tea making facilities. FREE NIGHTS: Stay for 7 nights and only pay for 6. Stay for 12 STAYING IN A SUPERIOR RAINFOREST VIEW ROOM ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS HOTEL FACILITIES: nights and only pay for 10. Valid 01 • A good selection of restaurants and - 16 Apr 14, 24 Apr - 14 Jul 14, 01 1 NIGHT bars offer both local and international Sep - 20 Dec 14, 05 Jan - 16 Feb ADULT LOW FROM £67 dishes including Naan restaurant for 15 & 24 Feb - 31 Mar 15 in ADULT MID FROM £92 Indian and Tepi Laut for local hawker Superior Rainforest, Deluxe Garden ADULT HIGH FROM £100 stall specialities and a private beach View and Deluxe Sea View Rooms All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin gazebo for special occasions. share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. • Impressive 18-hole championship only. Low season: 04 Feb ’14 - 16 Apr ’14, 24 Apr ’14 - 14 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 20 Dec ’14, 05 Jan ’15 - 16 Feb ’15, 24 Feb ’15 - golf course. EARLYBIRD: Book by 31 Mar 14; 31 Mar ’15, Mid season: 28 Jan ’14 - 03 Feb ’14, High season: • 64 acre nature reserve. 17 Apr ’14 - 23 Apr ’14, 15 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 21 Dec ’14 - stay 7 nights and receive a free 04 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Garden View Room from £12 • Outdoor swimming pool, fitness upgrade to a Deluxe Sea View per night. Deluxe Sea View Room from £18 per night. Premier centre, various water sports, tennis Ocean Wing from £112 per night. Board Upgrades: Breakfast Room. Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15 from £17 per night. Half Board from £48 per night. courts and horse riding. in Deluxe Garden View Rooms only. • Kids’ Club. EARLYBIRD: Book by 31 Mar 14; stay 7 nights and receive 2 buffet dinners for 2 at Coffee Terrace of Tepi Laut. Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15 in Premier Ocean Wing Rooms
131 GM_FE_1415_DEC_132.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:47Page132 132 BORNEO MALAYSIA 5 STAR • A 2,000sq.metrepool withtapered • The BorneoLounge &Barserveslight HOTEL FACILITIES: • Kinabalu ClubFloorroomsalso • Kinabalu roomsoffermemorable • All roomshaveaprivatebathroom, • Luxurious guestroomshaveperfect GUEST ROOMS: two hours’flightaway. spot, andKuala Lumpur isjustover are astone’sthrowfromthistranquil Local attractionsandthecitycentre represents theverybestofShangri-La. outstanding facilities,thishotel rooms, impeccableserviceand With itsremarkablelocation,stunning in thevast,blueSouthChinaSea. Kinabalu andtheexoticislandsdotted incredible viewsovermajesticMount La's Tanjung AruResort&Spahas On adramaticpeninsula,Shangri- adults andchildren. water playareawithwaterslidesfor adults. Families willlovetheresorts shoreline andinfinitysectionfor dishes. Palace servesthefinestCantonese exquisite ItaliancuisineandShang refreshments, Peppino specialisesin evening drinksfrom5pmto6pm. complimentary beveragesand breakfast, exclusiveloungeaccess, include complimentarybuffet face theSouthChinaSea. Kinabalu. Rooms in theTanjung Wing views ofeithertheoceanorMount minibar. making facilities,telephone,safeand speed Internetaccess,teaandcoffee air-conditioning, satelliteTV, high- Sabah. views ofthenaturalwonders RESORT &SPA SHANGRI-LA'S TANJUNG ARU • Kids’ Club. • Kids’ • The newSTAR Marinaoffers any otheroffer. 31 Mar15.Notcombinablewith 14, 05Jan-16Feb 15&24Feb - 14, 24Apr-14Jul0120Sep further nightsfree.Valid 01-16Apr pay for5nightsandreceiveupto 2 EARLYBIRD: 15. Jan -16Feb 15&24Feb -31Mar Apr -14Jul14,0120Sep05 nights free.Valid 01-16Apr14,24 for 10nightsandreceive2further and receive1furthernightfree.Pay FREE NIGHTS: diving, fishingandmore. watersport activities,islandtransfers, Book by31Mar14; Pay for6nights 1Mar 31 4Jan 04 rafs rm£2prngt afBadfo 5 e night. per £53 from Board Half night. Upgrades: per Board £22 night. Kinabalu per from night. £42 Breakfast from per Room £18 View from Mountain Room Club View Sea Tanjung night. per A TYN NAKNBL ONANVE ROOM VIEW MOUNTAIN KINABALU A IN STAYING hr,adaeagieol.Pie ilb ofre nenquiry. on confirmed Feb be will 04 Prices season: only. Low guide a are and share, 1Sep 01 7Apr 17 Tanjung SeaViewroom DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll HNR-ASTNUGAURSR SPA & RESORT ARU TANJUNG SHANGRI-LA'S ’ ’ ’ 5 omUgae iaauSaVe omfo £10 from Room View Sea Kinabalu Upgrade: Room 15. ’ 4-2 Apr 23 - 14 4-2 Dec 20 - 14 5 i esn 8Jan 28 season: Mid 15, NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON ’ ’ ’ 4-1 Apr 16 - 14 4 5Jul 15 14, 4 5Jan 05 14, ‘ from’ ’ 4-3 Aug 31 - 14 ’ ’ 4-0 Feb 03 - 14 5-1 Feb 16 - 15 ’ 4 4Apr 24 14, e esn ae ntwin on based person, per NIGHT 1 ’ ’ ’ 4 ihseason: High 14, 4 1Dec 21 14, £92 £97 £70 ’ 5 4Feb 24 15, 4-1 Jul 14 - 14 ’ ’ ’ 4- 14 5- 15 14, GM_FE_1415_DEC_133.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:58 Page 133 MALAYSIA
Kinabalu Guest Room
5 STAR GAYA ISLAND verandah with day beds and views of GAYA ISLAND RESORT the lush tropical rainforest and STAYING IN A BAYU VILLA RESORT mangroves. Bayu Villas are similar, ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS
with views of the mangrove and are BORNEO Gaya Island Resort lies on the edge of 1 NIGHT within walking distance to the beach. a white sandy beach, affording ADULT LOW FROM £106 beautiful views. With a contemporary HOTEL FACILITIES: ADULT HIGH FROM £134 and elegant design, the hotel's use of • Enjoy a selection of different cuisinr at All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on natural local materials allows the Feast Village or the fine dining twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 11 Jan ’14 - 30 Jan ’14, 09 Feb ’14 - villas to blend into the lush seafood restaurant, Fisherman's Cove 14 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 19 Dec ’14, 11 Jan ’15 - 17 Feb ’15, 23 Feb ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - surroundings of the rainforest and set on the resorts rooftop. For a meal 10 Jan ’14, 31 Jan ’14 - 08 Feb ’14, 15 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, mangroves. A natural sanctuary, with a difference, head for Tavajun 20 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15, 18 Feb ’15 - 22 Feb ’15. Room Upgrade: Canopy Villa from £10 per night. nestled in a sheltered marine park Bay, a tranquil private beach situated with a house reef, this is the ultimate five minutes boat ride from the resort, that's just perfect for a gourmet picnic relaxing destination. under the tropical sun. GUEST ROOMS: FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 6 nights • Contemporary and elegant, rooms and receive 1 extra night free. Valid make much use of natural local materials, with spacious bedrooms 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. and large, open bathrooms with over- EARLYBIRD: Book at least 60 days sized bathtubs. prior to arrival for 3 nights or more • Facilities include flat-screen satellite and receive special discounted rates. television, in-room safe and outdoor Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15.
TURTLE ISLAND, ORANG-UTAN AND SUKAU ADVENTURE
DURATION: 3 DAYS | 2 NIGHTS DEPARTS: DAILY PRICE FROM £553
Price Includes: • BKI / SDK / BKI airfare and airport tax • Transfer in Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan • Scheduled return boat transfer to Selingan Island • 1 night in Selingan Turtle Island in a Standard Room (with attached bathroom) wait for a signal from the Park Ranger afternoon, depart for a river cruise to • 1 night in Sukau (Twin Bed, with air conditioning before proceeding to watch the Green Menanggul River, a small tributary of and/or fan) • Scheduled river tour in Sukau Turtles laying her eggs on the beach. the Kinabatangan to search for • Conservation fee at Sepilok Orang Utan Witness the collection of eggs nesting proboscis monkey. Dinner is provided Rehabilitation Centre and Selingan Turtle Island and tagging of the mother turtle. Then and overnight in a lodge or cabin in • Meals as stated in the itinerary • Tours as specified in the itinerary with English- visit the hatchery area where the park Sukau (with air conditioning and/or speaking Guide in Sandakan ranger plants the eggs and gathers the fan). Price excludes: baby turtles for release into the sea. • Camera / Home video camera fees at Sepilok DAY 3: Sukau - Sabah - Sandakan - Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre @ Overnight in Selingan Island. RM10.00nett per unit Kota Kinabulu • Conservation fee at Gomantong Cave at DAY 2: Selingan - Sandankan - After breakfast, overland transfer to RM30.00 nett per person Sukau Gomantong caves, the largest cave • Beverages during meals Breakfast is provided at the Selingan system in Sabah where the famed Cafeteria. After breakfast, return to edible bird‘s nest caves are found. DAY 1: Kota Kinablu - Sandakan - Sandakan and transfer to Sepilok There are two cave complexes - the Selingan Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre more accessible Black Cave soaring up Meet at the hotel lobby for airport where orphaned or captured orang- to 90 metres high, and the White Cave transfer. Upon arrival at Sandakan utans are rehabilitated. Witness the where the more valuable nests are Airport, then transfer to Sandakan jetty feeding of Orang Utan from the found. Return to Sandakan for lunch for a 1 hour boat ride (speedboat /Long platform in the forest at 1000hrs. After and proceed for a visit to the Central boat) to Selingan Island. Check in at lunch at Sandakan Town, depart for a Market, Water Village and the Puu Jih the hotel and lunch is provided. The rest 2-hour drive to Sukau. Check-in at a Syh Temple. After lunch, transfer to of the afternoon at leisure. After dinner, lodge or cabin in Sukau. Late Sandakan airport for your evening flight back to Kota Kinabalu.
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Singapore is a cosmopolitan city where the DISCOVER historic buildings and traditions of its SINGAPORE SINGAPORE colourful colonial past blend with a modern lifestyle. Impressive temples stand beside quaint shop houses. Modern shopping malls on Orchard Road contrast with the exotic cultural centres of Chinatown and Little India. For sightseeing, shopping and eating out, Singapore is a must.
135 GM_FE_1415_DEC_136.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:09Page136 136 SINGAPORE SINGAPORE MULTICENTRE HOLIDAYS enchanting villages. Bali’s coastlineisdottedwith Fringed withbeautifulbeaches, cultural metropolis. Singapore isavivaciousandmulti- SINGAPORE &BALI hustle andbustle. provide aperfectretreatfromthe Koh Samui’spicturesquebeaches modernity andtechnology. history andcultureblendwith Singapore’s vibrantanddynamic SAMUI SINGAPORE &KOH See page146. Chinatown’s colourfulshops. stroll fromClarkeQuayand Singapore, HotelMiramarisashort Conveniently locatedindowntown HOTEL MIRAMAR, 3 STAR See page159. and nightlifeofnearbycentralKuta. welcome retreatfromtheexcitement stunning tropicalgardens,thisisa One ofBali’spremierresortsfeaturing BALI DYNASTY RESORT, 4 STAR See page59. gardens. Hotel issurroundedbypalmtreesand in aharbour, theImperialBoatHouse barges builtbythebeachasifmoored Featuring authenticteakwoodrice IMPERIALBOAT HOUSE 4 STAR See page146. Chinatown’s colourfulshops. stroll fromClarkeQuayand Singapore, HotelMiramarisashort Conveniently locatedindowntown HOTEL MIRAMAR, 3 STAR FOR 3NIGHTS SINGAPORE FOR 3NIGHTS SINGAPORE BALI FOR5NIGHTS FOR 5NIGHTS HOTEL, KOH SAMUI hotel options. 147 &152-161forspecialoffers and us know. Pleaserefertopages140- accommodation,let four orfive-star stay ineitherlocation,orupgrade to want tovarythenumberofdaysyou YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: may beavailable. taxes.Regionalpre-payable flights London Heathrow, transfersandall flights withSingaporeAirlinesfrom YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: vary. Please ask fordetails. round (unlessspecified).Prices may isavailableallyear this multi-centre between 01Jun-15Jul14.However valid onselecteddeparturedates Please note:pricefrom£1,269is 8 NIGHTSFROM£1,269 hotel options. 147 &55-65forspecialoffersand us know. Pleaserefertopages140- accommodation,let four orfive-star stay ineitherlocation,orupgradeto want tovarythenumberofdaysyou YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: may beavailable. taxes.Regionalall pre-payable flights from London Heathrow, transfersand flights withBritishAirwaysandQantas YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: vary. Pleaseaskfordetails. round (unlessspecified).Prices may isavailableallyear this multi-centre between01 Jun-15Jul14.However valid onselecteddeparturedates Please note:pricefrom£1,089is 8 NIGHTSFROM£1,089 If you If you Return Return GM_FE_1415_DEC_137.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:59 Page 137
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SINGAPORE & DUBAI 5 STAR MANDARIN ORIENTAL, 7 NIGHTS FROM £1,829 SINGAPORE FOR 3 Please note: price from £1,829 is Culture and tradition sit side-by- NIGHTS valid on selected departure dates side with modernity and technology. In a prime waterfront location, the between 01 Jun - 15 Jul 14. However Dubai is famed for sun, sand and sophisticated Mandarin Oriental is a this multi-centre is available all year duty-free shopping. haven of warmth and comfort. round (unless specified). Prices may See page 142. vary. Please ask for details.
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: Return 5 STAR THE RITZ-CARLTON, flights with Emirates from London DELUXE DUBAI Gatwick, transfers and all pre- FOR 5 NIGHTS payable taxes. Flight number restrictions apply. Regional flights may Set within lush gardens on Jumeirah be available. Beach, this elegant hotel blends first- class accommodation with remarkable YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: If you amenities. want to vary the number of days you See Gold Medal’s Dubai, Arabia & stay in either location, let us know. Indian Ocean brochure for details. Please refer to pages 140-147 for special offers and other hotel options.
SINGAPORE & 3 STAR HOTEL MIRAMAR, 8 NIGHTS FROM £1,169 SINGAPORE FOR 3 Please note: price from £1,169 is PENANG NIGHTS valid on selected departure dates Make the most of Singapore’s many between 01 Jun - 15 Jul 14. However Combine the cosmopolitan attractions at this stylish hotel. this multi-centre is available all year pleasures of dynamic Singapore city See page 146. round (unless specified). Prices may with the laid-back island charm of vary. Please ask for details. picturesque Penang. 4 STAR HOLIDAY INN RESORT, YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: Return PENANG FOR 5 flights with Singapore Airlines from NIGHTS London Heathrow, transfers and all Located on the beachfront in the heart pre-payable taxes. Regional flights of Batu Ferringhi, Holiday Inn Penang may be available. makes the perfect setting for a relaxing holiday. YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: If you See page 112. want to vary the number of days you stay in either location, or upgrade to four or five-star accommodation, let us know. Please refer to pages 140- 147 for special offers and other hotel options.
137 GM_FE_1415_DEC_138.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:13Page138 138 SINGAPORE DAY 2:Friday -Pe bedroom. has beentransformedintoacosy for astroll.Retire to yourcabinwhich style stationwhereyoumaydisembark magnificentMoorish- Kuala Lumpur’s Eastern &OrientalExpresspausesat resident pianist.Duringtheevening, the the BarCarincompanyof and thenspendarelaxingeveningin opulent diningcars.Dressfordinner Afternoon teaisservedinoneofthe via thecausewayofStraitsJohor. scenery asthetraincrossestoMalaysia journey toBangkok.Enjoythepassing Oriental Expressforthetwo-night Woodlands StationtojointheEastern& train journey fellow travellersasyouprepareforyour Check-in atRaffles Hotelandmeetyour DAY 1: Thursday-Si train crossesintoThailand,spend the & OrientalExpressforlunch.Asthe ride backtoButterworthandtheEastern the waitingcoachesforshort ferry churches andFort Cornwallis.Board colonial landmarks,templesand interesting districts,pastmanyfamous you throughmanyofGeorgetown’s Quay youboardtrishawswhichtake of P take youacrosstoGeorgetown,capital arriving inButterworth.Herecoaches Breakfast istakeninyourcabinbefore LUXURY RAILJOURNEYS £1640 perperson. Jan -Mar14&OctDecdeparturesarefrom departures betweenApr-Sep14. Please note:£1,560perpersonisvalidfor SIGHTSEEING D’HOTE MEALSAND PERSON INCLUDING ALLTABLE PRICES FROM:£1,560PER DURATION: 3DAYS |2NIGHTS CLASSIC JOURNEY SINGAPORE TO BANGKOK enang ANDAMAN SEA BURMA Phuket Pangkor Laut , onthelocalferry Langkawi Hua Hin . L Penang ater Chiang Mai , transferto INDONESIA Koh Samul THAILAND THAILAND GULF OF n Bangkok Butterworth an LAOS n Kuala Lumpur gapore g SOUTH CHINASEA CAMBODIA VIETNAM Singapore . AtWeld MALAYSIA and courteousserviceisthehallmarkofjourney a journeythroughtheheartofAsia,provideanamazingtravelexperience.F compartments, deliciouscuisineandsuperbservice,combinedwiththeadventureof The styleandsplendouroftheEastern&OrientalExpress,withitselegant EASTERN &ORIENTAL EXPRESS the Thailand-BurmaRailway Centre.As North Temple andChineseCemeteryto a motorcoachforbrieftrippastthe Eastern &Orientallandingpoint,board Burma railwayandthebridge.At overview ofthehistoryThailand- board, alocalhistorianprovidesbrief to acomfortablebedroom. conditioning Suite. AllarebeautifullyappointedwithensuiteshowerroomsandWC,air Passengers mayselectfromthreetypesofcabin:Pullman, StateandthePresidential YOUR CABIN: changing scenery. Observation Car, whichprovidesanunbeatableopportunitytoenjoytheever- most popularplaceonboard,however, isunquestionablytheopendecked meet fellowtravellersandthereisalsoaReading Room withavariedlibrary. The combined tomouth-wateringeffect.TheBarCarprovidesaspecialopportunity of opulence.IntheDiningCars,verybestEuropeanandAsiancuisinesare the air-conditioned carriagesevokethegreatageofluxurytraintravelandaworld river greenery ofthepicturesqueKwaiY local craftforacruisealongthelush short walkdowntothejettyboarda disembark. Guidesescortyouonthe where thetrainstopstoallowyou arrives attheRiverKwaiBridgestation After breakfast,theEastern&Oriental Ban DAY 3:Saturday-Kan the sumptuousdiningcar. of theSaloonCar. Dinnerisservedin Observation Carorrelaxinthecomfort scenery fromtheopendeckof afternoon watchingthechanging , passingunderthebridge.On- gkok , ahairdryerandsafe,convertinmomentsfromdaytimeseating cha n aburi & a i Please askfordetailsandprices. Bangkok 4days/3nights Tales ofLaos, Bangkok-Vientiane Chiang Mai-Bangkok4days/3nights Epic Thailand,Bangkok- Singapore 4days/3nights Classic Journey, Bangkok- & OrientalExpress: Other routesavailableontheEastern Arrive intoBangkokintheafternoon. Oriental journeycontinueswithlunch. station fromwhereyourEastern& for thetransfertoKanchanaburi railway museum ifyouwish.Rejoin thecoach Rak War Cemeteryadjacenttothe questions. ThereistimetovisittheDon the historianisavailabletoanswer you exploretheinformativemuseum, . Aquarterofamileinlength, - r iendly GM_FE_1415_DEC_139.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 15:56 Page 139
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Urban, cosmopolitan and multi- cultural, Singapore is a vibrant and dynamic city. History and culture sit side-by-side with modernity and technology, making this premier tourist destination a delight to explore.
GETTING AROUND Ramada Singapore Shangri-La Hotel at Zhongshan Park The MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) is a great way to explore Orchard Road Singapore. It’s cheap, fast and convenient, with plenty of Area Little Mount India underground stations in key locations. Traders Hotel E Mily Park Abdul G ra Gaffoor Mosque n Peranakan Place DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… g e Museum d a R o o R • Sipping a Singapore Sling at the Long Bar of Raffles Hotel. a d O e rch g ar id • Cruising from Clarke Quay to Boat Quay and dining by the d R r o B a treet d h l S t riverside. r National Museum o Hil N R iver & Art Gallery Parkroyal on Beach Road Valley Rd • Trekking through natural rainforest to Singapore’s highest M K oun a Fort Canning tb t point at Bukit Timah. Raffles a o tt Park e n
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R Raffles City R • A trip to Singapore's newest attractions, such as Universal Colonial Marina Mandarin d Quarter d Havelock R Swissotel Studios Singapore, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore Flyer oa Mandarin Oriental d Clark Quay Merchant and the exciting River Safari! Marina Bay Sands Furama Riverfront Court Hotel Miramar THINGS TO SEE AND DO
d Boat Quay R To get a feel of local life and pick up a few bargains, explore Pearls Hill e Parkroyal on g City Park d i the boutiques of Haji Lane, Ann Siang Hill and Club Street r Pickering Hotel B Place of Interest where you can find a selection of local fashion designers and Shopping Centre quirky homeware. FLIGHT TIME: 13 Hours GMT: +8 Hours GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential Shared transfers from Singapore Airport take approximately Information pages at the back of this brochure. 30 minutes and cost from £33 per person return. Private transfers are also available from £4 extra per person return SINGAPORE TOURS (min 2 people).
CITY TOUR NIGHT SAFARI GARDENS BY THE BAY The day begins with a drive past Designed to replicate natural Explore Singapore's latest National Parliament House, the imposing habitats from the Himalayan foothills Gardens - Gardens by the Bay with its Supreme Court and City Hall for an to the jungles of Africa, the world’s two spectacular conservatories. In the insight into the city’s colonial past. first night safari offers the unique Flower Dome take in the changing Then, after visiting the temples and experience of seeing nocturnal seasonal display of plants from the traditional shop houses in fascinating animals as you would in the wild. cool-dry Mediterranean region. In the Chinatown, you will visit the famous From the safety of a tram, you travel Cloud Forest explore the plants and Merlion Park. Next stop is the around 40 acres of secondary jungle ferns from the cool-moist Tropical National Orchid Garden, followed adjoining the Singapore Zoo, home Montane region, complete with a 35- by a drive past Little India. to an array of breeds from fierce metre man-made waterfall. Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily predators to timid forest dwellers. Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily. Price from: Adult £18 Duration: Evening Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £18 Price from: Adult £33
139 GM_FE_1415_DEC_140.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:22Page140 140 SINGAPORE DELUXE 5 STAR 5 STAR attractions andshoppingareas. historic district,closetotourist enjoys anideallocationinSingapore's exceptional facilities,Rafflesalso style, unsurpassedexcellenceand Renowned andlovedforitsinimitable hand-woven Orientalcarpets. decorated withantiquefurnishingsand world opulenceandiselegantly impressive hotelhasafeelofold in1991,thisdistinctiveand re-opened Monument in1987.Fully restoredand Hotel wasdeclaredaNational world, withanillustrioushistory, Raffles One ofthemostfamoushotelsin • Facilities includecomplimentary • There are747roomsandsuites GUEST ROOMS: landscaped gardens. is enhancedby15acresofsuperbly hotel's senseofpeaceandtranquillity detail ismorethanjustified.The exemplary serviceandattentionto location isidealanditsreputationfor remarkable hotelisaptlynamed.Its Shangri-La means utopia,sothis conditioning, satelliteTVandminibar. broadband andWiFi access,air- Valley Wing. situated intheTower, Gardenand SINGAPORE SHANGRI-LA HOTEL RAFFLES HOTEL, • On-site shoppingarcadehousesover • On-site • Rooftop lappool,poolbar, Jacuzzi, • 15 distinctiveandhighlyacclaimed HOTEL FACILITIES: • 24-hour butlerservice. • Complimentary welcomedrinkand • Large bathroomshaveadeepmarble • Modern amenitiesincludehigh-speed • Suites haveseparateparlours, GUEST ROOMS: • Other leisurefacilities includefour • Health Clubwithafullyequipped24- • An extensivechoiceofrestaurants HOTEL FACILITIES: • Valley Wing roomsinclude 40 specialityshops. sauna andfitnesscentreatRaffles Spa. restaurants andbars. tropical fruitonarrival. toiletries. vanity, bathrobesandFragonard tub andseparateshower, marble safes andtwosatelliteTVs. Internet access,minibar, CDplayer, bedrooms andbathrooms. swimming poolwithJacuzzi. tennis courtsandanoutdoor Jacuzzi. hour gymnasium,steam,showerand at Waterfall Cafe. The LineandMediterraneanflavours Shang Palace, Internationalbuffetat Nadaman, Cantonesecuisineat includes Japanesedelicaciesat Room. breakfast inthesignatureSummit throughout thedayandsumptuous cocktails, juicesandcanapés complimentary champagne,wines, Palm CourtSuite Tower Wing Deluxe prd:Gre igDlx omfo 4 e night. per night. £42 per from £31 from Room Breakfast Deluxe Upgrade: Board Wing Garden Upgrade: Sep 18 Sep 24 A A or ut rm£5prnight. per £35 from Suite on Court confirmed be will Jan Prices 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin 1Mar 31 wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be will Apr Prices 01 only. guide season: Low a enquiry. are and share, twin DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll Aug 14. further nightfree.Valid 01Jun-31 pay for2nightsandreceive1 EARLYBIRD: 15 inTower WingDeluxe. breakfast. Valid 01Apr14-31Mar and receivecomplimentarydaily EARLYBIRD: Rooms only. 31 Mar15inGardenWingDeluxe further nightfree.Valid 01Apr14- pay for2nightsandreceivea EARLY BIRD: TYN NATWRWN EUEROOM DELUXE WING TOWER A IN STAYING ’ ’ 5 ihsao:3 Dec 31 season: High 15, 4-2 Sep 21 - 14 ’ 4 9Sep 29 14, HNR-AHTL SINGAPORE HOTEL, SHANGRI-LA TYN NACUTADSUITE COURTYARD A IN STAYING NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON AFE HOTEL RAFFLES ’ 4 5Sep 25 14, Book by30Apr14; Book by28Feb 14 ’ Book by28Feb 14; 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ’ ’ 4-3 Dec 30 - 14 4-1 Sep 17 - 14 ‘ ‘ from from ’ 4 omUgae Palm Upgrade: Room 14. ’ 4-2 Sep 28 - 14 ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per ’ NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 5 ihseason: High 15, ’ ’ 4 2Sep 22 14, £130 £321 4 1Jan 01 14, £252 £252 ’ 4 Room 14. ’ ’ 4- 14 5- 15 GM_FE_1415_DEC_141.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:24 Page 141 SINGAPORE
5 STAR MARINA BAY SANDS An emporium of entertainment, commerce, beauty and pleasure - conveniently located within Singapore's Central Business District, 20 minutes from Changi International Airport and close to popular tourist attractions, Marina Bay Sands® sets a new benchmark for Singapore’s already magnificent reputation for producing exciting and luxurious hotels. This five star complex includes a museum, theatres showing Broadway hits such as The Lion King, Jersey Boys and The Phantom Of The Opera, a casino, exhibition centre, shopping complex and an outstanding resort-style hotel. Guests can enjoy world-class facilities including the Banyan Tree Spa and a gym on the 55th floor. Similarly the Sands SkyPark® infinity pool gives Deluxe Garden View Room visitors the chance to float 200m in the sky. Dining is an absolute • All rooms include stylish • Two theatres showing Broadway sell- pleasure with over 60 excellent contemporary interiors, king-size out shows, museum, shopping restaurants, bars and cafés to choose beds, beautiful complete bathrooms, complex, fitness club, indulgent between, from selecting an evening satellite TV, minibar, tea and coffee Banyan Tree Spa, kids’ club, meal from one of the 6 celebrity making facilities, WiFi and panoramic SkyPark® high altitude recreation chef’s impeccable menus to tea and views of either the Singapore city venue including its vertiginous infinity cake after a morning of exploring the skyline or the sea. swimming pool. shops. Finally, with astonishingly beautiful guestrooms appointed to a HOTEL FACILITIES: • Six fine dining restaurants including MARINA BAY SANDS very high specification, guests will be Guy Savoy’s eponymous French STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM spoiled for anywhere else. restaurant, as well as Tetsuya ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS Wakuda’s Waku Ghin for Japanese GUEST ROOMS: 1 NIGHT and European fusion cooking. Casual • A smorgasbord of luxury ADULT LOW FROM £167 dining restaurants such as the Club at accommodations ranging from stately ADULT HIGH FROM £183 Marina Bay Sands and Sky on 57 for guest rooms to luxurious suites. Room relaxing lunches and incredible views. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on types include Deluxe rooms reaching twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on • Four night spots ranging from the enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Mar ’15 (weekdays to the 22nd floor of the three towers ’ ’ elegant, sleek lounge-style Fuse to the Sunday - Thursday), High season: 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15 and Grand Club rooms which climb (weekends Friday - Saturday). Room Upgrade: Premier Room high energy of Avalon night club. from £12 per night. to the highest levels of the towers. • Vegas-style casino floor offering table • Ten ultra luxurious suites are games, slots and private gaming individually themed and come with rooms. guest privileges. 141 GM_FE_1415_DEC_142.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:17Page142 142 SINGAPORE 5 STAR 5 STAR • Club Rooms comewithaninvitationto • All roomsofferwiredandwirelesshigh- • Bathrooms featureaseparateglass GUEST ROOMS: breathtaking ocean,orthebustlingcity. spectacular viewsoftheharbour, the lavishly furnishedguestroomshave waterfront locationalongMarinaBay, of warmthandcomfort.Inaprime with Orientalovertones,offersahaven interiors, blendingcontemporarydesign Oriental, Singaporewithitsstylish properties, thesophisticatedMandarin moststriking One ofthecity’s • Each roomcomeswith aprivate • Rooms arestyledwithatouchof • 575 well-appointedguestroomsand GUEST ROOMS: atmosphere ofrelaxedelegance. grace, warmthandcareinan provides arelaxingblendofAsian explore fromandreturnto.Thehotel mall makingittheperfectplaceto access toMarinaSquareshopping the financialdistrict,aswelldirect breathtaking viewsofMarinaBayand Strategically located,thehoteloffers stereo player, hairdryerandminibar. telephones withvoicemail,DVD and speed Internetaccess,dual-line enclosed showerandbathtub. facilities. work deskandteacoffeemaking access, largeflat-screen TV, spacious balcony, wirelessbroadbandInternet charm. refined eleganceandcontemporary Atrium. suites withina21-storey SINGAPORE MANDARIN MANDARIN MARINA ORIENTAL, • Spa offeringMandarinOriental's • Axis BarandLounge forafternoontea • Dining optionsincludetraditional HOTEL FACILITIES: • Assistance withgolf, carrentaland • Wireless broadbandInternetaccess. • 24-hour executivecentre,fitness • Dedicated spafacilityatSt.Gregory. • Three signaturerestaurantsplusthe HOTEL FACILITIES: (excluding Formula Onedates). - 30Dec14&01Jan31Mar15 Jun -08Aug14,103112 receive 1furthernightfree.Valid 27 FREE NIGHTS: only. Deluxe andExecutiveRooms Valid 01Apr14-31Mar15in upgrade tothenextroomcategory. prior toarrivalandreceiveafree EARLYBIRD: - 28Feb 15. 14, 01Jul-31Aug14&15Dec on bonusnights).Valid 01-30Apr free (compulsorybreakfastpayable and receive1furtherbonusnight BONUS NIGHTS: signature therapies. canapés. or eveningcocktailswithdelectable steakhouse andaJapaneserestaurant. - TheWorld Café,anAmerican Dolce Vita,InternationalbuffetatMELT a gastronomicItalianexperienceat Cantonese cuisineatCherryGarden, dedicated ClubTeam isatyourservice. breakfasts andeveningcocktails,the From privatecheck-in tochampagne the beautifulOrientalClubLounge. theatre bookings. 6am -10pm). centre andmineralwaterpool(open Atrium Lounge andSensesPatisserie. 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4 STAR PARKROYAL HOTEL FACILITIES: PARKROYAL ON PICKERING • Lime Restaurant & Bar serving buffet STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM
DELUXE ON PICKERING and à la carte Asian and international ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS SINGAPORE dishes. Opposite Hong Lim Park, close to 1 NIGHT • Wellness floor with St Gregory Spa, Chinatown and Ruffles Place WEEKDAY STAYS state-of-the-art fitness centre, outdoor £98 (MON - THU) FROM Parkroyal On Pickering provides swimming pool surrounded by WEEKENDS STAYS warm service and first-rate facilities in oversized cabanas and a jogging £84 (FRI - SUN) FROM the heart of Singapore. Escape from track. the bustling streets to the lofty rooftop All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on gardens and enjoy city skyline vistas. enquiry. Weekday Stays ( Mon - Thu) 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Mar ’15, EARLYBIRD: Book at least 45 days Weekends Stays (Fri - Sun) 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £5 per night. Board Upgrade: GUEST ROOMS: prior to arrival and receive a free Breakfast from £24 per night. • Contemporary in design, rooms upgrade to the next room category. feature elemental wood and stone Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15 in finishes for a fresh, natural feel. Superior and Deluxe rooms only. • All rooms include 40 " satellite TV, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar, hairdryer, in-room safe, bathrobes, rain shower and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Superior room
4 STAR OASIA HOTEL FACILITIES: OASIA • Zaffron Restaurant serves a variety of STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM Oasia is a brand new contemporary international dishes helmed by Chef ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS William Soh, author of cookbook hotel located near to Novena MRT 1 NIGHT Station and Velocity and Square2 Taste of Nostalgia. ADULT LOW FROM £88 shopping centres, ideal for accessing • Outdoor swimming pool with cabanas, children's pool and All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on many of Singapore's sights. In twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on whirlpool; spa with sauna and steam ’ ’ addition to its excellent location guests enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. Room room; 24hr fitness centre. Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £8 per night. can enjoy authentic Japanese dining in Rakuichi. EARLYBIRD: Stay a minimum of 3 GUEST ROOMS: nights and receive a free upgrade to • Rooms are painted in cream and the Deluxe room category. Valid 01 brown hues creating a relaxing Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15 in Superior ambience and come with a choice of room only. pillows and premier linens. • Amenities include 40" LCD TV, iPod docking station, hairdryer, in-room safe, iron, ironing board and minibar.
143 GM_FE_1415_DEC_144.qxp:Layout 125/10/1315:57Page144 144 SINGAPORE 4 STAR 4 STAR • Three dedicatedSwissExecutiveClub • All roomsandsuitesaretastefully GUEST ROOMS: Singapore’s corefinancialdistricts. of ChinatownandRafflesPlace, walking distanceoftheheritagesites Quay andBoatiswithin entertainment hotspotsofClarke is convenientlylocatednearthe on thebanksofSingaporeRiver. It Swissôtel MerchantCourtislocated A havenintheheartofcity, • 343 modernroomsare decoratedin GUEST ROOMS: unwind. and admirethecityscapeasyou or lazebythecharmingoutdoor pool with atraditional,Indonesiantherapy sightseeing. Treat yourselfinthespa resting attheendofabusyday's Road andKampong Glam;perfectfor calm, andofferviewsoftheBeach generously sizedyetfeelsnugand this vibrantcity. Guest roomsare visitors lookingtomakethemostof this hotelisawelcomingbasefor to TheEsplanadeandSingaporeFlyer Situated indowntownSingaporeclose Executive ClubLounge. amenities, includingaccesstoSwiss floors whichofferupgraded room amenities. decorated withawideselectionofin- light, warmingtones. ROAD PARKROYAL COURT SWISSÔTEL ON BEACH MERCHANT • Outdoor Jacuzzi,freeformswimming • Two restaurantoptionsofferinga HOTEL FACILITIES: Internet • Amenities includehigh-speed • Balinese-inspired pool,gym andSt • Balinese-inspired • Award-winning restaurant,SiChuan HOTEL FACILITIES: • All featureSimmonsbedorbeds, 14 -28Feb 15. Valid 11Jul-31Aug14&13Dec and receive1furthernightfree. FREE NIGHTS: Superior roomsonly. Valid 01Apr14-31Mar15in upgrade tothenextroomcategory. prior toarrivalandreceiveafree EARLYBIRD: Bookatleast45days slide. pool withchildren’s poolandwater western andinternationalspecialities. variety ofStraitsChinese,local, in-room diningservices. access, in-housemoviesand24-hour treatments. Gregory spawithluxuriousbody light meals. and dinneroptions;Club5serving teas; PlazaBrasseriewithbuffetlunch offering awiderangeofChinese Cantonese dishes;Tian Fu Tea Room Dou HuaservingSichuanand complimentary Wi-Fi. bathrobes, slippersand ironing board,in-roomsafe, LCD TV, minibar, hairdryer, iron, Pay for3nights Deluxe room Classic room A A prd:SisAvnaeRo rm£4prngt Board night. night. per per £23 from £14 Breakfast from Upgrade: Room Advantage Swiss Upgrade: prd:Dlx omfo 2prngt or Upgrade: Board night. night. per per £20 £2 from from Breakfast Room Deluxe Upgrade: wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be will Apr Prices 01 only. (Mon-Thu) guide Stays Weekday a enquiry. are and share, twin wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be Apr will 01 Prices Thu) only. - (Mon guide Stays a Weekday enquiry. are and share, twin W W FI-SN FROM SUN) - (FRI STAYS WEEKEND FROM (MON-THU) STAYSWEEKDAY FI-SN FROM SUN) - (FRI STAYS WEEKEND FROM THU) - (MON STAYSWEEKDAY lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll eedSas(r u)0 Apr 01 Sun) - (Fri Stays eekend eedSas(r u)0 Apr 01 Sun) - (Fri Stays eekend TYN NASPRO ROOM SUPERIOR A IN STAYING WSOE ECATCOURT MERCHANT SWISSOTEL TYN NACASCROOM CLASSIC A IN STAYING AKOA NBAHROAD BEACH ON PARKROYAL NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON ‘ ‘ from from ’ ’ 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ ’ 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 £86 £83 £75 £76 ’ ’ 5 Room 15. 5 Room 15. ’ ’ 15, 15, GM_FE_1415_DEC_145.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:32 Page 145
Superior room
4 STAR TRADERS • Traders Club guests experience a TRADERS HOTEL, SINGAPORE higher standard of accommodation, STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM HOTEL, personalised service and a host of ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS SNGAPORE special privileges and amenities, such SINGAPORE 1 NIGHT as full buffet breakfast, all-day This unpretentious hotel blends refreshments and evening cocktails. ADULT LOW FROM £88 western comfort with Asian hospitality. ADULT HIGH FROM £116 Managed by Shangri-La, it promises HOTEL FACILITIES: All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on • Choice of restaurants. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on the same exceptional standards of enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 10 Feb ’14, 17 Feb ’14 - ’ ’ ’ service. Located in the fashionable • Large pool and excellent health club 31 Mar 15, High season: 11 Feb 14 - 16 Feb 14. Room with spa and hair salon. Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £7 per night. Board Upgrade: area of Orchard Spring. Breakfast from £21 per night. • A free shuttle bus runs frequently to GUEST ROOMS: Orchard Road. • The rooms and suites have been tastefully decorated and designed to FREE NIGHTS: Book at least 90 offer maximum comfort, privacy and days prior to arrival, pay for 2 nights relaxation. and receive 1 further night free. • Each room is well-appointed with air- Valid -1 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. conditioning, TV, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, telephone and complimentary WiFi.
City View room
3 STAR RAMADA coffee making facilities, RAMADA HOTEL ZHONGSHAN PARK complimentary Wi-Fi, in-room safe, STAYING IN A CITY VIEW ROOM HOTEL AT iPod docking station, hairdryer, iron ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS and ironing board. ZHONGSHAN 1 NIGHT PARK HOTEL FACILITIES: ADULT LOW FROM £53 ADULT HIGH FROM £60 The Ramada Hotel Zhongshan Park • International and Chinese dishes features contemporary interiors, served in Flavours at Zhongshan Park All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin restaurant and Heritage Lounge share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. fashionable facilities and a prime Low season: 01 May ’14 - 31 Mar ’15, (Friday - Sunday), High serving signature cocktails and season: 01 May ’14 - 31 Mar ’15, (Monday - Thursday). Room location. Flavours restaurant serves a martinis. Upgrade: Park View Room from £10 per night. variety of local delights and • 24hr gym and 30-metre outdoor international dishes throughout the swimming pool. day in a casual setting. A complimentary shuttle service enables EARLYBIRD: Book at least 60 days guests to make the most of their prior to arrival and receive a free break and explore Singapore at ease. room upgrade to a Park View Room. GUEST ROOMS: Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15 in City • 384 well-appointed, comfortable View Rooms only. rooms with modern furnishings. • Rooms have premium Serta mattress, 40" flat-screen TV, fridge, tea and
145 GM_FE_1415_DEC_146.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:13Page146 146 SINGAPORE DELUXE 3 STAR 4 STAR • Well-appointed accommodationis • 605 well-appointedroomswithviews GUEST ROOMS: bustle ofcitylife. a welcomeretreatfromthehustleand surroundings andelegantcharmoffer accessible. Afterabusyday, itsplush RiverFront isbothconvenientand peace andtranquillity. TheFurama shopping districts,sitsthishavenof the fringeofcentralbusinessand fast paceofbustlingChinatown,at In theheartofSingapore,among • All roomsfeatureair-conditioning, GUEST ROOMS: customs andcolourfulshops. bustling Chinatownwithitsquaint Clarke Quaynightmarketand stroll alongtherivertakesyouto World CityShoppingMall.Ashort from OrchardRoadandtheGreat Singapore, thehotelisjustminutes Conveniently locatedindowntown been verytastefullydecorated. refurbishment andallroomshave recent inspired theMiramar’s The themeofsubtleelegancehas Deluxe room furnished. spacious, modernandtastefully greenery ortheswimmingpool. of theSingaporeskyline,lush and coffeeteamakingfacilities. wireless broadbandInternetcapability satellite TV, hairdryer, minibar, safe, MIRAMAR HOTEL RIVERFRONT FURAMA • Modern Fitness Centrefeaturingthe • Outdoor swimmingpoolandJacuzzi, • Elegant Waterfall Lounge featuresa • A choiceofrestaurantsincludesthe HOTEL FACILITIES: • Full rangeofmodernamenities • Complimentary hospitalityand • Complimentary scheduleddaily • Spa andgymnasium. • Swimming poolandJacuzzisetina • Bar andlounge. • Chinese restaurantservesSichuan HOTEL FACILITIES: Rooms only. - 31Mar15inSuperiorandDeluxe and onlypayfor3.Valid 01Apr14 FREE NIGHTS: 14 -28Feb 15. Valid 01Jul-31Aug14&Dec and receive1furthernightfree. FREE NIGHTS: latest fitnessequipment. set inagardenlandscape. stunning 20ftwaterfall. international cuisine. The Square@Furama serving Kintamani IndonesianRestaurant and and broadbandInternetconnectivity. includes air-conditioning, cableTV after checkout. shower roomsavailableforguests Road and Chinatown. shuttle bustoandfromOrchard tropical garden. carte cuisineandbuffet. bar andFern Tree Caféservesàla the Japaneserestauranthasasushi dishes preparedthetraditionalway, Stay for4nights Pay for3nights rm£2prnight. per £22 from Sep 18 season: Mar 31 A A ty) omUgae eueRo rm£0prnight. per £10 night. per from £13 Room from Breakfast Deluxe Upgrade: Board Upgrade: Apr Room on 01 Stays). confirmed season: be Jan High will 01 Prices Stays), only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be will Apr Prices 01 only. guide season: Low a enquiry. are and share, twin DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll ’ 5 i esn 1Jan 01 season: Mid 15, TYN NASPRO ROOM SUPERIOR A IN STAYING TYN NADLX ROOM DELUXE A IN STAYING NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON ’ 4-2 Sep 21 - 14 UAARIVERFRONT FURAMA MIRAMAR ’ ’ 4-1 Sep 17 - 14 ’ ’ 4 or prd:Breakfast Upgrade: Board 14. 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ‘ ‘ from from ’ 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per Superior room NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ 4 2Sep 22 14, £104 £77 £65 £69 £75 ’ ’ 5(o Thu - (Mon 15 4(o Thu - (Mon 14 ’ 4 High 14, ’ 4- 14 GM_FE_1415_DEC_147.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:17 Page 147
• Rooms feature air-conditioning, en 5 STAR SHANGRI-LA'S FREE NIGHTS: Stay 4 nights and suite, tea and coffee making facilities, only pay for 3. Valid 01 May - 30
RASA SENTOSA satellite TV, minibar, electronic safe SINGAPORE RESORT & SPA and telephone. Jun 14 & 01 Sep - 31 Oct 14 in Superior Hillview Room and Deluxe Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & HOTEL FACILITIES: Seaview Rooms only. Spa offers the unique experience of a • Dining options include an all day resort within a city. On the island of dining buffet restaurant, a Chinese Sentosa, this is Singapore’s only noodle house, a seafood and grill SHANGRI-LA'S RASA SENTOSA RESORT beachfront hotel and it’s the ideal restaurant and an Italian pizzeria. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR HILL VIEW ROOM way to combine a relaxing beach • Recreational facilities include a ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS holiday in beautiful surroundings with swimming pool, children's pool with 1 NIGHT slides, spa, 24-hour gym, sea sports a bustling city break. The mainland is ADULT LOW FROM £112 centre, rock wall and The Flying easily reached by cable car, taxi or Trapeze. ADULT MID FROM £147 shuttle bus for sightseeing, shopping, • The children's club offers games and ADULT HIGH FROM £157 dining out and entertainment, plus activities for children in a supervised All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on South East Asia’s first Universal twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on environment. enquiry. Low season: 02 Jan ’14 - 16 Apr ’14, 24 Apr ’14 - Studios is only minutes away. • Complimentary shuttle bus to and 30 Jun ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 19 Dec ’14, 04 Jan ’15 - 17 Feb ’15, 25 Feb ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, Mid season: 17 Apr ’14 - from the resort to VivoCity in 23 Apr ’14, 01 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 18 Feb ’15 - 24 Feb ’15, GUEST ROOMS: mainland Singapore. High season: 20 Dec ’14 - 03 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Sea View Room from £7 per night. Board Upgrade: Breakfast • The spacious guest rooms offer hill, from £24 per night. garden, pool or sea views. Each room has a private balcony.
5 STAR MOVENPICK MOVENPICK HERITAGE HOTEL FACILITIES: STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM HERITAGE • Tablescape restaurant open all ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS serving western and local cuisine; SENTOSA 1 NIGHT WOW-World of Whisky serving à la A luxury hotel in the heart of Sentosa carte tapas and holding the Guiness ADULT LOW FROM £98 Island opposite the Sentosa Express World Record for number of whiskys; ADULT MID FROM £116 monorail and ten minutes on foot to Galleria serving high teas. ADULT HIGH FROM £150 Universal Studios Singapore, • Outdoor infinity swimming pool, 24hr All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on reception, room service, currency twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on Movenpick Heritage Sentosa satisfies enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 16 Jun ’14, 19 Jun ’14 - exchange and laundry service. 18 Sep ’14, 29 Sep ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, Mid season: 24 Dec ’14 the most discerning traveller. -22Feb’15, High season: 16 Jun ’14 - 19 Jun ’14, 19 Sep ’14 - 28 Sep ’14. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Sea View Room from £8 GUEST ROOMS: EARLYBIRD: Book by 31 Mar 14, per night. Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £28 per night. • Natural wood fittings, warm neutral pay for 2 nights and receive 1 colours and granite bathrooms give further night free. Valid 01 Apr - 31 the rooms an elegant, tranquil May & 01 Sep - 30 Nov 14. character. • Amenities include hypoallergenic pillows, LCD flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar, in- room safe, hairdryer, iron, ironing board and deep-set bathtub.
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Known as ‘The Isle of Gods,’ Bali’s varied BALI & LOMBOK DISCOVER BALI & landscape ranges from rice paddies sitting on LOMBOK hillsides like giant steps to volcanoes soaring up through the clouds. While warm blue waters lap the long sandy coastline, dense tropical jungles paint the interior a vibrant green. On nearby Lombok the spectacular contrasts continue with the volcano, Mount Rinjani and stunning white sand beaches.
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Fringed with beautiful beaches, Bali’s coastline is dotted with enchanting villages, each with its own personality. A
ALI & LOM trip inland through the paddy fields
B takes you to Ubud, the country’s artisan centre.
DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… • Experiencing a Balinese dance performance. From graceful temple dances to charming folk dances, the performing arts BALI Spa Village Tembok are quite spectacular. The Oberoi Lombok • Trying traditional Balinese specialities such as Nasi Goreng Bali (Balinese fried rice), Sate Lilit (minced chicken/seafood Alila Ubud Centra Taum on a lemongrass skewer), Ayam Betutu (chicken with INDIAN OCEAN Balinese spices). Beware, Balinese food can be very spicy! Pullman Bali Legion • Taking a day trip over to Lombok to see how the culture and Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort countryside differ. From Lombok you can also visit the Sanur Beach Hotel famous Gili Isles. Puri Santrian NUNA • Visiting one of the famous temples, such as Tanah Lot on Bali Dynasty PENIDA the west coast; best viewed with the sunset as a picturesque Airport Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali Melia Benoa backdrop. Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort LOMBOK • On Lombok, trek up the mighty Gunung Rinjani or surf the Grand Aston breaks on the island's south coast. Laguna Resort & Spa Grand Hyatt Bali Mulia Resort Nusa Dua Centara Grand Nusa Dua Resort & Villas LOCAL LOWDOWN Don’t forget to barter, it’s expected!
FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 16 Hours via Singapore GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL GMT: +8 Hours Shared transfers from Denpasar Airport take approximately CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential 15 - 30 minutes and cost from £34 per person return. Private Information pages at the back of this brochure. transfers are also available from £5 extra per person return (min 2 people). BALI TOURS
BALI’S GREAT INTRODUCTION BALI’S TEMPLE ORIENTATION UBUD & TAMPAKSIRING Find out about Bali’s fascinating Drive to the royal temple of Mengwi, On a trip to Ubud, you’ll gain an culture and visit picturesque rice Pura Taman Ayun, known for its insight into the art and culture of fields, traditional villages, Lake Batur beautiful merus and surrounding Bali. Visit the galleries of prominent and the volcano. After stopping at moat. Watch the monkeys in Balinese and European artists and Batubulan to see the colourful Barong Kedaton village play in the temple browse around the local art market and Kris Dance, you move on to the complex. In the late afternoon, drive and shops. From here, you continue north to take in the spectacular view on to Tanah Lot temple. At low tide to Tampaksiring, known for its holy of Mount Batur. Then at Ubud, you it’s possible to walk to the temple, spring waters. On the return journey, can browse local handicrafts. but entrance is not permitted. stop at Batuan village to visit one of Duration: Full Day Departs: Mon, Duration: Half Day Departs: Tue, the traditional houses. Wed, Fri Thu, Sat Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Price from: Adult £55 Price from: Adult £39 Price from: Adult £47
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BALI & KUALA LUMPUR BALI & SINGAPORE This perfectly balanced multi-centre holiday fuses the Base yourself in one of Bali’s most sensational beach delights of a beachside spa hotel with all the excitement of resorts and soak up the relaxing atmosphere, before a luxury stay in Malaysia’s vibrant cultural capital. moving on to the bright lights of downtown Singapore. 3 STAR CENTRA TAUM BALI FOR 5 NIGHTS 3 STAR SANUR BEACH HOTEL, BALI
DELUXE FOR 5 NIGHTS MULTICENTRES Centra Taum blends tradition and modernity. Sanur Beach Hotel offers warmth, friendliness and See page 156. naturalness, with some of the best facilities in the area. 3 STAR FURAMA BUKIT BINTANG, See page 159. DELUXE KUALA LUMPUR FOR 2 NIGHTS 3 STAR HOTEL MIRAMAR, SINGAPORE FOR 3 Conveniently located close to the main shopping area, this NIGHTS is a stylish hotel, offering amazing views over the city. Situated in downtown Singapore, just minutes from many See page 115. of the city’s major attractions, this delightful waterfront 7 NIGHTS FROM £1,479 hotel makes a comfortable base for sightseeing. Please Note: Price from £1,479 is valid on selected See page 146. departure dates between 01 Jan - 31 Mar 2014. However 8 NIGHTS FROM £1,329 this itinerary is available all year round (unless specified). Please Note: Price from £1,329 is valid on selected Prices may vary. Please ask for details. departure dates between 14 Apr - 15 Jul 2014. However this itinerary is available all year round (unless specified). YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: Return flights with Malaysia Prices may vary. Please ask for details. Airlines from London Heathrow, transfers and all pre- YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: Return flights with Singapore payable taxes. Regional flights may be available. Airlines from London Heathrow, transfers and all pre- payable taxes. Regional flights may be available. YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: If you would like to vary the YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: If you’d like to upgrade to number of days you stay in either location, let us know. four or five star accommodation or change the duration of Please refer to pages 152-161 & 113-115 for special your stay, let us know. Please refer to pages 152-161 & offers and other hotel options. 141-147 for special offers and other hotel options.
BALI & BANGKOK BALI & HONG KONG Enjoy the sun, sea and sand at this stunning palm-fringed Relax under the swaying palms at this Balinesse resort, beachside resort and then relocate to cosmopolitan then immerse yourself in the buzzing heart of Hong Kong. Bangkok. 5 STAR MELIÃ, BALI FOR 4 NIGHTS 3 STAR SANUR BEACH HOTEL, BALI The Meliá Bali lies next to the fabulous beach of Nusa DELUXE FOR 5 NIGHTS Dua. See page 154. Sanur Beach Hotel is surrounded by a wide sandy beach. 5 STAR HARBOUR GRAND KOWLOON, FOR 4 See page 159. NIGHTS 3 STAR BEL-AIRE, BANGKOK FOR 3 NIGHTS An oasis of luxury, the Harbour Grand Kowloon has a This charming boutique hotel has been recently refurbished reputation for excellence. See page 174. to give it a modern edge. See page 31. 8 NIGHTS FROM £1,589 8 NIGHTS FROM £1,429 Please note: price from £1589 is valid on selected Please Note: Price from £1,429 is valid on selected departure dates between 01 Apr - 13 Dec 2014. However departure dates between 10 Jan - 10 Jul 2014. However this multi-centre is available all year round (unless this itinerary is available all year round (unless specified). specified). Prices may vary. Please ask for details. Prices may vary. Please ask for details. YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: Return flights with Thai Return flights with Cathay Pacific from London Heathrow, Airways from London Heathrow, transfers and all pre- transfers and all pre-payable taxes. Regional flights may payable taxes. Regional flights may be available. be available. YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: Please refer to pages 152- YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: Please refer to pages 152- 161 & 173-179 for special offers and other hotel options. 161 & 25-31 for special offers and other hotel options.
151 GM_FE_1415_DEC_152.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:10Page152 152 BALI BALI & LOMBOK 5 STAR • Excellent diningfromtheallday HOTEL FACILITIES: • Luxury Pool Villasofferultimate • Based ontraditionalBalinese GUEST ROOMS: popular choice. experiences aresuretomakethisa dining optionsandactivities villas, coupledwithagreatvarietyof suites tohighlyluxuriousdetached accommodation, frompoolaccess surrounding. Anexcellentchoiceof peaceful stayinatraditionalBalinese The newCentaraGrandoffersa and cocktailsinit's poolsidelocation. pool baralsooffersrefreshingdrinks tapas orarefreshingcocktail.The cravings whetherthatbeflavourful bar whichwillsatisfyallimaginable light snackscanbeenjoyedatGinger and Chinesedelicacies.Drinks swimming poolservingauthenticThai restaurant overlookingthemain and AsiancuisinesorGinger Balinese flavourswithInternational dining restaurantingenuouslymixing including accesstotheClubLounge. villas areentitledtotheClubbenefits catering facilities.Guestsstayingin and livingareasboastingself- outdoor showerandexpansivedining oversized gardens,privatepoolwith is designedinlocalstylewith privacy withBalineseluxury. Eachvilla outdoor whirlpooloraprivatepool. one ofthethreeswimmingpools,an onto abalconywithdirectaccessto environment thatseamlesslyexpands retreat. Allsuitesofferaspacious fabrics toprovideacomfortable airy decor, withlocalartefactsand traditions, roomsfeaturealightand VILLAS DUA RESORT& CENTARA GRAND NUSA • There isalsoaKids'club,anE-Zone • Three largeswimmingpoolsaresetin One BedroomVilla 22 Dec14&07Jan-10Apr15. Valid 06Jan-14Jul14,16Sep payable onbonusnights). nights (compulsorybreakfast and receiveupto2extrabonus BONUS NIGHTS: separate children'spool. daily activitiesprogrammeanda for childrenaged4-9yrsalongwitha for teenagersandtheCampSafari including reflexology. massages andhealingtreatments experiences, authenticBalinese relaxation withamenuofholistic offers sheerpamperinganddeep fun pool,whiletheSpaCenvaree poolandacascading lagoon-shaped the landscapedgardens,includinga Pay for5nights p ut rm£0prnight. per £10 from Suite Spa 5Jan 05 - i esn 5Jul 15 season: Mid Jul 14 A wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be will Jan Prices 06 only. guide season: Low a enquiry. are and share, twin DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll ETR RN UADARSR VILLAS & RESORT DUA NUSA GRAND CENTARA 15. arrival. Valid 01Apr14-31Mar honeymoon giftcertificateon a bottleofsparklingwineand receive welcomeflowers,freshfruit, HONEYMOON: ’ 4 6Sep 16 14, TYN NADLX AONSUITE LAGOON DELUXE A IN STAYING ’ 4 3Dec 23 14, NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON ’ ’ 4-2 Dec 22 - 14 4-1 Sep 15 - 14 ’ 4-0 Jan 06 - 14 ’ Honeymooners 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ’ ’ ‘ 4 7Jan 07 14, 4 ihsao:0 Jan 01 season: High 14, from ’ 5 omUgae Deluxe Upgrade: Room 15. ’ e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 ’ ’ 4 1Apr 01 14, £117 £100 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 £79 ’ ’ 4- 14 15, ’ 14 GM_FE_1415_DEC_153.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:22 Page 153 BALI & LOMBOK
Luxury Room
• Deluxe Lagoon Access Rooms offer 5 STAR THE LAGUNA, FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 6 nights direct access to the lagoon from the A LUXURY balcony. and receive 1 further night free. COLLECTION • 24-hour butler service, including Valid 01 Apr- 26 Dec 14 & 04 Jan - complimentary tea and coffee 31 Mar 15. RESORT & SPA delivered to your room, BALI complimentary clothes pressing on Set among soaring palm trees, THE LAGUNA, A LUXURY COLLECTION RESORT & SPA arrival (three items), advice and tropical lagoons and lush gardens, assistance with dining and shopping. STAYING IN A DELUXE GARDEN VIEW ROOM The Laguna Resort & Spa is a haven ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS of relaxed luxury for the world’s most HOTEL FACILITIES: 1 NIGHT discerning travellers. The hotel sits on • A choice of two restaurants and one ADULT LOW FROM £89 the majestic Nusa Dua peninsula, one Deli serving fresh seafood, ADULT MID FROM £114 of Bali’s most beautiful beaches and international and Asian cuisine and ADULT HIGH FROM £127 casual poolside snacks. its unrivalled setting is complemented All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on by exceptional service. • The resort is centred around a twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on network of seven swimming pools and enquiry. Low season: 06 Jan ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, 01 May ’14 - 14 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 26 Dec ’14, 04 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, GUEST ROOMS: lagoons. Mid season: 01 Jan ’14 - 05 Jan ’14, 15 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, High season: 27 Dec ’14 - 03 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Lagoon • All rooms and suites feature a View Deluxe Room from £9 per night. balcony, 42" Plasma TV with DVD player, carved stonewall feature and complimentary Wi-Fi in all guest rooms and the resort.
Ocean View Room
• Grand Club Deluxe rooms feature 5 STAR GRAND HYATT HONEYMOON: Stay a minimum additional benefits including daily BALI continental breakfast, happy hour of 7 nights and honeymooners and all day tea and coffee. receive one time gift, one in room Living up to its name, the Grand Hyatt breakfast, special room set up and is a cut above offering quality HOTEL FACILITIES: one time dinner with cultural show. accommodation, fabulous facilities • There is an excellent selection of Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. and unsurpassed service. In the style restaurants and bars offering of a Balinese water palace, this large international, Italian, Japanese and resort consists of four villages spread Balinese cuisine. GRAND HYATT BALI amongst 40 acres of gardens. Every • Five swimming pools, water sports STAYING IN A GRAND ROOM night, the open-air amphitheatre at including windsurfing, catamarans ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS Pasar Senggol in the heart of the and canoes, tennis and squash courts 1 NIGHT as well as a jogging track, putting resort plays host to a traditional ADULT LOW FROM £70 green, fitness centre including Balinese market, complete with food ADULT MID FROM £85 whirlpool, sauna, steam room, stalls, artisans and local dancers. massage service and handicraft ADULT HIGH FROM £102 market on some days. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on GUEST ROOMS: twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on • 648 air-conditioned guest rooms. enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 14 Jul ’14, 16 Sep ’14 - 26 Dec ’14, 11 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, Mid season: 15 Jul ’14 - Grand rooms with Garden View and EARLY BIRD: Book at least 60 days 15 Sep ’14, High season: 27 Dec ’14 - 10 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Ocean View Room from £10 per night. Ocean View rooms have a king-size prior to arrival and receive free daily or twin beds and a daybed that breakfast for 2. Valid 01 May - 14 converts into an extra bed. Jul 14, 16 Sep - 26 Dec 14 & 11 Jan - 31 Mar 15. 153 GM_FE_1415_DEC_154.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:31Page154 154 BALI BALI & LOMBOK DELUXE 4 STAR • Largeswimmingpool. lagoon-style • Meliã BaliYHISpaoffering awide • Gym, badminton,tenniscourtsanda • Drinks areservedattheBeachside • A varietyofdiningoptionsinclude HOTEL FACILITIES: • Garden Villasarehiddenfromthe • All roomshaveair-conditioning, TV, GUEST ROOMS: sport facilities. restaurants, entertainmentandwater minutes awayfromshops, to theinternationalairportandjust exotic batikfabrics.Thehotelisclose entrance, teakwoodfurnitureand unique Balinesestonecarved rooms aretraditionallystyledwitha an authenticflavouroflocallife, through theresort.Designedtogive swimming poolthatmeanders features alargelagoon-style the fabulousbeachofNusaDuaand sits amongbeautifulgardensnextto A luxurioussanctuary, theMeliáBali Lagoon AccessSuite treatments. range ofexclusivehealthandbeauty wide rangeofwatersports. Balinese culturalcabaret. Tapas Barandthereisanightly shop. Restaurant anda24-hourcoffee Restaurant, SateriaBeachfront Asian food,SorrentoMediterranean Restaurant, specialising inlocaland Sakura JapaneseRestaurant, Lotus plunge poolandbar. beach, swimmingpool,private gardens andhavetheirownprivate main hotelbuildingbythelushpalm terrace orbalcony. telephone, safe,minibarandeithera MELIÃ BALI EARLY BIRD: Only. Meliã GuestroomandPremium free. Valid 16Jan-31Mar15in and receiveupto2furthernights FREE NIGHTS: offer. Not combinablewithFree Night Premium Room&DuplexSuite. Valid 16Jan-31Mar15in and receivefreedailybreakfast. Book by30Nov14;stay7nights in Premium Room&DuplexSuite. breakfast. Valid 01Oct-23Dec14 stay 7nightsandreceivefreedaily Book by30Aug14; Pay for5nights A 4prnight. per £4 7Dec on 27 confirmed be will Apr Jul Prices 01 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll ’ 4-3 Jul 31 - 14 ’ 4-0 Jan 05 - 14 TYN NAMLAGUESTROOM MELIA A IN STAYING NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON ’ 4 1Sep 01 14, ’ 5 omUgae rmu omfrom Room Premium Upgrade: Room 15. EI BALI MELIA ’ ’ 4-3 Jun 30 - 14 4-3 Oct 31 - 14 ‘ from ’ e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 ’ ’ 4 ihseason: High 14, 4 i season: Mid 14, £53 £49 £74 GM_FE_1415_DEC_155.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:29 Page 155 BALI & LOMBOK
Mulia Grandeur Room
HOTEL FACILITIES: 5 STAR MULIA RESORT HONEYMOON: Honeymooners • Choice of eight restaurants and bars NUSA DUA - including The Cafe serving ethnic receive one bottle of sparkling wine BALI gourmet fare, Soleil beachfront and chocolate dipped strawberries Mediterranean restaurant, Japanese in guest room on arrival. Valid 01 Exclusivity and luxurious interplay with restaurant and Mulia deli. Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. BALI the first designated purity reserve in • Three swimming pools including one the world. Featuring 526 superbly for children, Mulia Spa offering designed rooms and suites, Including signature aqua based treatments, MULIA RESORT NUSA DUA - BALI Lagoon Suites, the recreation on crystal healings and a wellness suite STAYING IN A MULIA GRANDEUR ROOM Mulia Resort abounds and the pace is with sauna, ice room and steam ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS up to you to discover the chic of this room, fitness centre and kids’ club. 1 NIGHT luxury getaway. • Wi-Fi in public areas. ADULT LOW FROM £92 ADULT MID FROM £113 GUEST ROOMS: FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 4 nights • Rooms are surrounded by tropical ADULT HIGH FROM £130 and receive 1 extra night free. Valid landscaped gardens and decorated All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on 11 Jan - 14 Jul 14, 01 Sep - 31 Oct twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on in elegant brown tones. enquiry. Low season: 11 Jan ’14 - 14 Jul ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - • Mulia Signature rooms feature air 14. 26 Dec ’14, 11 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, Mid season: 15 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - 10 Jan ’14, 27 Dec ’14 conditioning, flat-screen satellite TV, EARLY BIRD: Book at least 60 days - 10 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Mulia Grandeur Deluxe Room from £8 per night. Mulia Signature - Ocean Court Room from tea and coffee making facilities, iPod prior to arrival and receive special £17 per night. docking station, deep-set bathtub, discounted rates. Valid 11 Jan - 14 separate walk-in shower and large Jul 14, 01 Sep - 31 Oct 14. furnished balcony.
Deluxe Ocean View
4 STAR PULLMAN BALI minibar, free Wi-Fi, in-room safe, PULLMAN BALI LEGIAN fitness and yoga kit and balcony. STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM LEGIAN ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS HOTEL FACILITIES: This upscale beachfront hotel has 1 NIGHT • Sembilan restaurant serving taken inspiration for its style from innovative Balinese dishes; The Deli, ADULT LOW FROM £57 frangipani flower design, which has French and international brasserie; ADULT MID FROM £65 resulted in a urban chic theme three bars including a pool bar and ADULT HIGH FROM £83
complemented by the best of Balinese rooftop tapas bar. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on hospitality. Well-appointed and • Three swimming pools featuring a twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 14 Jul ’14, 16 Sep ’14 - spacious guest rooms are an extra children’s pool and rooftop pool and 23 Dec ’14, 06 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, Mid season: 09 Jan ’14 a kids’ club for ages 4-9 years. -31Mar’14, 15 Jul ’14 - 15 Sep ’14, 24 Dec ’14 - blessing alongside luxurious amenities 05 Jan ’15, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - 08 Jan ’14. Room such as a rooftop infinity pool Upgrade: Grand Deluxe Room from £5 per night. Deluxe Ocean Room from £10 per night. overlooking the Indian Ocean and a FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights divine spa. A natural setting affords and receive 2 further nights free. peace and quiet, yet nightlife and Valid 31 Mar - 23 Dec 14, 06 Jan - shopping areas are within easy reach. 31 Mar 15. GUEST ROOMS: HONEYMOON: Honeymooners • Guest rooms are contemporary and receive one bottle of house wine, refined with views over the garden or cake, fruit basket and flower pools. arrangement upon arrival. Valid 01 • Amenities include king-size bed, TV, Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. tea and coffee making facilities,
155 GM_FE_1415_DEC_156.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:17Page156 156 BALI BALI & LOMBOK DELUXE 4 STAR 3 STAR • Cool crispwhitedecorandsoft GUEST ROOMS: beautiful swimmingarea. excellent diningandaparticularly good rangeoffacilities,including accommodation andtherearea houses comfortablebeguiling modernity. Distinctivearchitecture Centra Taum blendstraditionand short distancefromSeminyak,the In theheartofKrobokanandjusta • Beautiful roomsfeature softcream GUEST ROOMS: and greatfacilities. seeking excellentstandardsofservice choice foreitherfamiliesorcouples treatments, theresortisanideal spa withacompleterangeof and entertainment,includingasuperb All Inclusivediningoptions,sports surroundings. Featuring a wealthof relaxing ambienceinbeautiful Resort &ThalassoBalioffersa GrandMirage beach, thelow-rise facing thepicturesquewhitesandy Nestled inlushtropicalgardensand an airyandtranquilsetting. the polishedwoodenfloors,creating furnishings arewellcontrastedwith welcoming atmosphere. and caramelaccentscreatingacosy THALASSO BALI RESORT & GRAND MIRAGE CENTRA TAUM • Other featuresincludeTaum Lounge, • Taum Restaurant offersanall-day HOTEL FACILITIES: • Rooms feature32"flatscreen • Lounge servingdrinkswithdailylive • La Cascatarestaurantservesaward- HOTEL FACILITIES: • Deluxe SeaViewroomswithsimilar • Rooms andsuitesfeatureair service andlaundryservice. beach/resort shuttle,tourdesk,room pool, rooftopgarden,complimentary centre, complimentaryWiFi, children’s swimming pool,fully-equippedfitness from thefourregionsofcountry. authentic Thaispecialitiesgathered complemented byaselectionof international andIndonesiancuisine poolside diningexperienceserving dining areas. are larger, withseparatelivingand and balconyorterrace.DuplexSuites making facilities,in-roomsafe,WiFi, television, kitchenette,teaandcoffee years), playarea. beach games,children'sclub(3-13 motorised watersports,pooland music, sunkenswim-upbar, non- Chopsticks ChineseRestaurant. Grill beachsideseafoodrestaurant, winning internationalcuisine,Jukung available. Interconnecting roomsarealso aroma bathroomamenities. ocean viewsandadditionaldeluxe two adults)haveafourposterbed, amenities, Romantic rooms(sleeping selection ofdeluxebathroom facilities haveoceanviewsandawide with gardenorlagoonviews. facilities, hairdryer, safeandbalcony conditioning, teaandcoffeemaking ca iwRo rm£3prnight. per £13 from Room View Ocean Sep 15 - omUgae etaDpe rm£5prnight. per £15 from Duplex Centra Upgrade: Room Jan 01 season: High Jan 07 0Apr 30 - hr,adaeagieol.Pie ilb ofre nenquiry. on confirmed Apr be 01 will Prices season: only. Low guide a are and share, A A wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be Jan will Dec Prices 25 05 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll 14 &07Jan-10Apr15. Apr -14Jul14,16Sep22Dec payable onbonusnights).Valid 01 nights (compulsorybreakfast and receiveupto3extrabonus extra bonusnights,payfor7nights for 5nightsandreceiveupto2 and receive1extrabonusnight,pay BONUS NIGHTS: 01 Apr14-31Mar15. and receive1extrafreenight.Valid FREE NIGHTS: TYN NADLX ADNVE ROOM VIEW GARDEN DELUXE A IN STAYING RN IAERSR HLSOBALI THALASSO & RESORT MIRAGE GRAND ’ 5-1 Apr 10 - 15 ’ 4 i esn 6Sep 16 season: Mid 14, ’ ’ 5 ihsao:0 Jan 01 season: High 15, 4 6Dec 26 14, TYN NACNR STUDIO CENTRA A IN STAYING NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON NA L NLSV BASIS INCLUSIVE ALL AN ON ’ ’ 5 i esn 7Jan 07 season: Mid 15, ’ 4-1 Jul 14 - 14 4-0 Jan 06 - 14 ’ ETATAUM CENTRA 4-0 Jan 04 - 14 Pay for9nights ’ ‘ 4-1 Jul 15 - 14 from’ ’ 4 6Sep 16 14, ‘ ’ ’ Pay for3nights from 4 3Dec 23 14, ’ 4-1 Oct 15 - 14 ’ 5 omUgae Deluxe Upgrade: Room 15. 4-0 Jan 04 - 14 e esn ae ntwin on based person, per ’ e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ 4 6Oct 16 14, ’ Pool ViewStudio ’ £110 £103 £107 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ’ 4-2 Dec 22 - 14 £43 £36 £62 4-0 Jan 06 - 14 ’ 4 5Jan 05 14, ’ Deluxe Room 4 6Jul 16 14, ’ 4- 14 ’ ’ ’ ’ ’ 14, 14, 15. 14 15 GM_FE_1415_DEC_157.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:10 Page 157 BALI & LOMBOK BALI
4 STAR SPA VILLAGE DELUXE TEMBOK Offering luxurious accommodation in utter tranquility this immersive spa village is focused on celebrating the local culture and honouring ancient remedies of the region. On arrival guests are invited to select a Discovery Path based on an analysis of their needs; choosing from either Balance, Creativity or Viguor, each is a tailored activity and treatment plan to restore your body and mind. To preserve the peaceful environment guests are welcomed from age 16 and rooms are TV free, also the extensive range of spa treatments and enchanting scenery help guests escape from everyday cares. Only the freshest and tastiest ingredients are used in preparing mouthwatering dishes in Wantilan where beautiful ocean views can be savoured. Villa
GUEST ROOMS: • 31 guest rooms combine modest • Infinity swimming pool with thatched SPA VILLAGE TEMBOK Western elegance with traditional pavilions for relaxing, gym, fitness STAYING IN A KAMAR ROOM Balinese dwellings and feature local circuit, yoga classes, starlight gazing ON A FULL BOARD BASIS and seven spa treatment rooms. decorative elements and natural 1 NIGHT fabrics. • TV room; boutique; laundry service. ADULT LOW FROM £102 • Kamar Rooms include air ADULT MID FROM £110 conditioning, minibar, spacious HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS marble bathrooms and large balcony ADULT HIGH FROM £118 • Personalised spa treatments or terrace facing the ocean. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin • Laid-back and quiet share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Jul ’14, 01 Nov ’14 - 31 Mar ’15, HOTEL FACILITIES: • Intimate and indulgent Mid season: 01 Sep ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, High season: 01 Aug ’14 • Wantilan beachfront restaurant - 31 Aug ’14. Room Upgrade: Suite from £30 per night. serving local and international cuisine, lounge/bar and lobby with FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 6 nights Wi-Fi. and receive 1 extra free night, . • Immerse yourself in Balinese culture Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. with numerous activities including Balinese massage, cooking classes, EARLY BIRD: Book at least 60 days wood carving, weaving and Pencak prior to arrival and stay a minimum Silat classes. of 3 nights and receive special discounted rates. Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15.
157 GM_FE_1415_DEC_158.qxp:Layout 125/10/1315:59Page158 158 BALI BALI & LOMBOK 4 STAR 4 STAR • Rooms andSuitesaregenerously GUEST ROOMS: beach. soak uptheraysonhotel’sprivate hands ofthespatherapists,orsimply Relax inthepool,oratdelicate dining optionsarewideranging. is expansive,freshandairy, whilethe high standardresort.Accommodation wherever youlookinthisintimate, The essenceofBaliisevident famous nightlife. restaurants andSanurBeach’s the mostofhotel’sfabulous day, andbynightguests canmake and asunkenbarwilloccupyyour complete withfountains,waterfalls The irresistiblebeachandpools, yet offeringcontemporaryfacilities. touches ofrusticBaliinthedetailand welcome. Elegantlystyledwith warm andgenerousBalinese Puri Santrianoffersatraditionally platinum sandsofSanurBeach,the With theperfectbackdropof elegant. the Premium roomsarebrightand art tothewalls.Recently renovated, quality fabricsandfeaturingmodern a Balinesedécor, usingsuperior spacious, withaminimalistdesignin SANTRIAN PURI MELIA BENOA • Further amenitiesincludebeachfront • The stunningMeliaBenoaKawas Spa • An excellentrangeofdiningoptions HOTEL FACILITIES: • Premium roomshave26"flatscreen • Three swimmingpools, onewithaswim- • Two restaurantsservingEuropean, HOTEL FACILITIES • Santrian Clubroomsofferfour-poster • Beach Wing roomsaresituatednearthe • 182 roomsincluding60Clubrooms. GUEST ROOMS Mar 15inSuperiorRoomsonly. 01 Nov-19Dec14&11Jan31 and receiveafreeupgrade.Valid EARLY BIRD: internet cornerandachildren’s club. beach, Rama Lounge libraryand swimming pool,fitnesscentre,private the Jacuzzi. treatments andtherapiesenjoy where youcanexperiencearangeof open-air andindoortreatmentrooms is apamperingparadise,withboth relaxation spot. Nelayan poolbaristheperfect great meetingpoint,whilethe Ayodya Bar, completewithWiFi isa Spanish andinternational,whilethe in threerestaurantsincludesAsian, and balcony. facilities, WiFi, in-roomsafe,hairdryer minibar, teaandcoffeemaking cable television,air-conditioning, up bar. as wellabeachbar. Asian, internationalandseafooddishes staying inClubrooms. pool andwhirlpoolexclusivetoguests beds andareinaseparatewingwith pool andbeach. balcony orterraceandgardenviews. tea andcoffeemakingfacilities,minibar, twin beds,air-conditioning, satelliteTV, Garden Wing roomshavedoubleor Premium GardenRoom Book by30Sep14 Bungalow Room prd:BahWn omfo 5prnight. per £5 from Room Wing Beach Upgrade: Jun 30 0Sep 30 A A wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be will Jan Prices 06 only. guide season: Low a enquiry. are and share, twin ihsao:2 Dec 27 season: High Jul 01 season: Mid wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be will Dec May Prices 19 01 only. season: guide Low a enquiry. are and share, twin night. per £13 from Room Silver Garden Premium DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll Valid 01Apr14-31Mar15. and receivespecialdiscountedrates. EARLY BIRD: only. Jan -30Apr15.InSuperiorroom Jun 14,01Nov-19Dec14&11 extra nightsfree.Valid 01May-30 Pay for9nightsandreceiveupto3 and receiveupto2extranightsfree. PayFREE NIGHTS: for5nights TYN NAGRE IGROOM WING GARDEN A IN STAYING ’ 4 1Oct 01 14, ’ TYN NAPEIMBU ROOM BLUE PREMIUM A IN STAYING 4 1Jan 11 14, ’ 4 ihsao:2 Dec 20 season: High 14, NA L NLSV BASIS INCLUSIVE ALL AN ON NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON ’ ’ ’ 4-2 Dec 26 - 14 4-3 Jul 31 - 14 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 UISANTRIAN PURI EI BENOA MELIA ’ 4-0 Jan 03 - 14 Book by31Jan14 ’ 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ’ ’ 4-1 Jul 14 - 14 ’ 4 1Sep 01 14, ‘ ‘ 4 4Jan 04 14, ’ from from 5 i esn 5Jul 15 season: Mid 15, ’ 4-1 Jan 10 - 14 ’ ’ e esn ae on based person, per e esn ae on based person, per ’ 5 omUpgrade: Room 15. NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ ’ ’ ’ 4 1Oct 01 14, 4 1Apr 01 14, £104 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 4-3 Sep 30 - 14 £64 £65 £57 £57 £70 ’ 5 Room 15. ’ ’ ’ ’ 4- 14 ’ 4- 14 4- 14 15, 14, GM_FE_1415_DEC_159.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:14 Page 159 BALI & LOMBOK
Superior Room
3 STAR SANUR BEACH HOTEL FACILITIES: SANUR BEACH HOTEL • Three restaurants offer a range of STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM DELUXE HOTEL delicious cuisine. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS • Two swimming pools with swim-up This hotel is situated on a fantastic 1 NIGHT bar, two tennis courts, gymnasium,
stretch of Sanur Beach, surrounded by BALI sauna and Aroma Spa. ADULT LOW FROM £49 lush tropical gardens. Facilities at the • Water sports facilities include ADULT HIGH FROM £62 hotel are some of the best in the windsurfing, waterskiing, scuba- All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on Sanur region. Rooms are comfortable diving, kite surfing and snorkelling. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Jul ’14, 01 Oct ’14 - with beautiful wooden interiors. A • Kids’ Club. 23 Dec ’14, High season: 01 Aug ’14 - 30 Sep ’14, 24 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Garden View variety of cuisine is presented with • Free Wi-Fi in all hotel areas and Room from £3 per night. friendly and attentive service and a rooms. Grand Odiseus managed spa and fitness centre is complemented by two SPECIAL OFFER: Families receive a splendid swimming pools and 50% discount on a 2nd room for up fantastic recreational facilities. to 2 children. Valid 01 Jan 14 - 31 GUEST ROOMS: Mar 15. • Superior Rooms are comfortably HONEYMOON - Honeymooners furnished and feature balconies. receive welcome flowers, fresh fruit • All rooms have balconies with pool, and a honeymoon cake on arrival. garden or sea views. Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. • Deluxe rooms offer more space than Superior.
Deluxe Room
4 STAR BALI DYNASTY HOTEL FACILITIES: BALI DYNASTY • Six restaurants and bars serve local STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM RESORT delicacies and international fare. ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS • Three swimming pools including a With its fantastic amenities, the Bali 1 NIGHT children’s pool with 56-metre Dynasty Resort is one of the premier waterslide. ADULT LOW FROM £40 resorts for couples and families alike. • Entertainment for all ages, including ADULT MID FROM £53 Guests can relax in the stunning a Kids’ Club for children aged 4-12 ADULT HIGH FROM £55
tropical garden setting, or join in the years. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin vibrant nightlife and shopping in Kuta • Spa offering Balinese and western share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 08 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Jun ’14, which is within walking distance. treatments in a relaxed atmosphere. 01 Sep ’14 - 31 Mar ’15, Mid season: 01 Jul ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, • Departure Lounge for late flights. High season: 01 Jan ’14 - 07 Jan ’14, 27 Dec ’14 - 03 Jan ’15. GUEST ROOMS: Room Upgrade: Deluxe Pool View Room from £6 per night. • A variety of rooms available for both BONUS NIGHTS: Pay for 6 nights couples and families to suit all and receive 1 extra bonus night. budgets. (compulsory breakfast payable on • All rooms are tastefully furnished with bonus nights) en suite facilities. • Amenities include DVD player, LCD Valid 01 Apr - 30 Jun 14, 01 Sep - TV, large sliding doors, walk in 25 Dec 14 & 04 Jan - 31 Mar 15. rainshower, hairdryer, minibar, air- HONEYMOONERS: conditioning, tea and coffee making Honeymooners receive fresh fruit facilities and WiFi. and a special gift on arrival. Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15.
159 GM_FE_1415_DEC_160.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:20Page160 160 BALI BALI & LOMBOK 5 STAR DELUXE 4 STAR for money. Grand AstonBalioffersgreatvalue With theemphasisonenjoyment perfectly withthegracioushospitality. warm, relaxedambienceblending Balinese touches,whichevokea furnishings anddecoratedininviting rooms areequippedwithmodern they likeatthisbeautifulretreat.The choose tobeasactiveorlanguid recreational activitiesguestscan unspoilt beacheswithahostof Set ononeofTanjung Benoa’s • Open Balinese-style Plantation • Open Balinese-style HOTEL FACILITIES: • Facilities includeair-conditioning, • Ground-floor roomsfeaturegarden GUEST ROOMS: major townsarewithineasyreach. mountains, mainheritagesitesand town ofUbudisclosebyandthe views arespectacular. Thefascinating the rich,greenAyungRivervalley, its foothills. Sittinghighontheedgeof hillside retreatinBali’scentral Alila Ubudisatranquilandsecluded modern French menu. authentic Balinesecuisineanda Seasonal CocktailsandBellini’s, with Restaurant offeringsignature telephone, hairdryerandminibar. an open-airbathroomandshower. terraces andaprivatecourtyardwith ALILA UBUD ASTON BALI GRAND • Kids’ clubforages4-12;and • Daily programmeofactivitiesledby • Lagoon-style swimmingpool,Biwana • Six diningoptionsincludeWestern, HOTEL FACILITIES: • or Modern amenitiesincludeking-size • Rooms arespaciousyetwarmand GUEST ROOMS: • Further amenitiesincludeaswimming offers arangeoftreatments, • Spa Alila Valid 06Jan-31Mar15. receive specialdiscountedrates. Dec 14.Bookby0614and discounted rates.Valid 16Sep-19 15 Aug14andreceivespecial Valid 01Apr-15Jul14.Bookby and receivespecialdiscountedrates. EARLY BIRD: 19 Dec14&6Jan-31Mar15. Valid 1Apr-3014,01Nov and receive1extranightfree. FREE NIGHTS: and NusaDua. complimentary shuttleservicetoKuta friendly staff. wide rangeofwatersports. spa, fitnesscentre,,beautysalonand a swim-upbar. accompanied bythreebarsincluding Asian, ItalianandBalinesecuisine Wi-Fi. ironing facilities,in-roomsafeand and coffeemakingfacilities,minibar, twin beds,airconditioning, TV, tea cosy andfeatureaprivatebalcony. shuttle toUbud. library/TV/Internet roomandfree pool, gallery, sculpturegarden, recipes. beauty techniques withage-old blending ancientAsianhealing Book by28Feb 14 Pay for3nights Deluxe room omfo 1 e night. per £10 from Room 5Jan 05 - i esn 6Jul 16 season: Mid 5Jul 15 6Jan enquiry. on 06 confirmed Apr be 01 will Prices season: only. Low guide a are and share, A A ih.BadUgae l nlsv rm£1prnight. per £51 from per Inclusive £39 from All Suite Upgrade: View Ocean Board night. night. per £4 from Room Ocean Dec 25 season: High wnsae n r ud ny rcswl ecnimdon confirmed be will Jan Prices 06 only. guide season: Low a enquiry. are and share, twin DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll Jan -31Mar15. Jun 14,01Sep-24Dec14&06 discounted rates.Valid 01Apr-30 prior toarrivalandreceivespecial EARLY BIRD: 1 Apr14-Mar15. and receive1extranightfree,Valid FREE NIGHTS: • Alilaexcursionprogram • Leisure concierge • Stylishrooms • Fabulous setting • Stunningpool HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS ’ 4 6Sep 16 14, ’ 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 ’ 4 0Dec 20 14, TYN NASPRO ROOM SUPERIOR A IN STAYING NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON NABD&BEKATBASIS BREAKFAST & BED A ON TYN NADLX ROOM DELUXE A IN STAYING RN SO BALI ASTON GRAND ’ ’ 4-1 Dec 19 - 14 4-1 Sep 15 - 14 ’ ’ 4-3 Jun 30 - 14 5 i esn 1Jul 01 season: Mid 15, ’ ’ 4-0 Jan 05 - 14 4-0 Jan 05 - 14 LL UBUD ALILA Book atleast60days Pay for6nights ’ 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 ‘ from’ ’ ’ ’ ‘ 4 6Jan 06 14, 4 1Sep 01 14, 4 ihsao:0 Jan 01 season: High 14, from ’ ’ 5 omUgae Deluxe Upgrade: Room 15. 5 omUgae Deluxe Upgrade: Room 15. e esn ae ntwin on based person, per ’ e esn ae on based person, per NIGHT 1 NIGHT 1 ’ ’ ’ 4 1Apr 01 14, ’ 5-3 Mar 31 - 15 4-3 Aug 31 - 14 4-2 Dec 24 - 14 £91 £51 £66 £95 £70 £74 ’ ’ 4- 14 ’ ’ 15, ’ 14, 14, 14 GM_FE_1415_DEC_161.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:29 Page 161 BALI & LOMBOK
Luxury Pavillion
5 STAR THE OBEROI, shower, walk in closet and shaded THE OBEROI LOMBOK terrace. Each villa has a separate STAYING IN A LUXURY PAVILLION GARDEN VIEW LOMBOK bedroom raised dining pavilion and ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS
terrace with either garden or ocean LOMBOK In a peaceful setting on private 1 NIGHT views. Medana beach, The Oberoi, Lombok ADULT LOW FROM £129 is the perfect choice for adults and HOTEL FACILITIES: ADULT HIGH FROM £150 couples looking for a more intimate • Lumbung restaurant is situated in an All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on and relaxing stay. Tropical gardens open-sided thatched pavilion. The twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 13 Jul ’14, 21 Aug ’14 - surround the thatched roofs of the menu includes a fine selection of 26 Dec ’14, 05 Jan ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 21 Jul ’14 - 20 Aug ’14, 27 Dec ’14 - 04 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Luxury villas and terraced pavilions and the Indonesian, Asian and Continental Pavillion Ocean View from £30 per night. dining settings at Lumbing and cuisines. The Sunbird Café overlooks Sunbird are equally enchanting. the sea and offers a choice of Indonesian, Asian and Continental GUEST ROOMS: cuisines. Tokek Bar serves dreamy • Luxury Villas are havens of peace and cocktails and light meals in the open tranquility with their own lushly air. landscaped garden courtyard and • An open-air amphitheatre beside the rock pond. beach, by the flickering light of • Villas feature air conditioning, king- candles treats guests to traditional size or twin beds, satellite television, music and spectacular ‘Sasak’ dance DVD player, broadband Internet performances. access, bar, in-room safe, separate
Deluxe Seaside Terrace
4 STAR SHERATON HOTEL FACILITIES: SHERATON SENGGIGI BEACH RESORT • Dining options are excellent, from STAYING IN A SUPERIOR POOLSIDE ROOM SENGIGGI Kebun Anggrek's relaxed garden ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS setting, serving Indonesian, Chinese BEACH RESORT 1 NIGHT and Western fare to Bawang Putih Ideally located on the west coast of Grill's steak and seafood by the pool. ADULT LOW FROM £45 Lombok, this is an idyllic choice in a The Sunset Bar offers casual ADULT MID FROM £57 convenient location close to the town's beachside drinks and snacks, while ADULT HIGH FROM £62 shops, restaurants and bars. A private dining by request can be All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on enjoyed at Beach Berugak. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on tropical resort, accommodation is enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 13 Jul ’14, 16 Sep ’14 - • At Laguna Beach Spa they have a ’ ’ ’ ’ comfortable and well complemented 23 Dec 14, 06 Jan 15 - 31 Mar 15, Mid season: 15 Jul 14 - exclusive range of treatments using 15 Sep ’14, High season: 24 Dec ’14 - 05 Jan ’15. Room by the excellent dining and the range the Biodroga system, together with Upgrade: Superior Terrace Room from £5 per night. of facilities. essential body care treatments from Bali and Java, using locally-derived GUEST ROOMS: natural products. • Warm autumnal decor and furniture • Further facilities include swimming from indigenous materials create pool, dive centre, fitness centre, spacious comfortable rooms with ® tennis court, snorkelling, children’s Sheraton Sweet Sleeper beds. pool, live entertainment and • All rooms and suites feature 29" flat- excursions. screen television, DVD player, high-speed Internet access (local charge payable), tea and coffee making facilities and in-room safe.
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Emerald rice fields, smoking volcanoes, fluffy DISCOVER THE bug-eyed tarsiers and flamboyant Jeepneys are common sights associated with the Philippines PHILIPPINES PHILIPPINES though untouched beaches, remarkable historical attractions and bargain upscale shopping opportunities are drawing the crowds. Whether escaping to a dreamy, deserted island, trekking in verdant mountains or taking to the water for adrenaline-fuelled fun or reef exploring there’s never a dull moment.
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PHILIPPINES
Renowned for having some of Asia’s most spectacular natural scenery, there are many charms to the Philippines. Highlights include the small, extremely picturesque island of Boracay, ancient churches and shrines in Cebu and PHILIPPINES eclectic Manila, home to flea markets and three of the largest shopping malls in the world.
GETTING AROUND Jeepneys are the most common transport and the most affordable. A Jeepney is modified remnants of the Jeep used by American troops during World War ll PHILIPPINES and can seat up to 20 people. Rickshaws are also great for short journeys in developed areas. Bus services cover the whole of the Philippines, even between Airport Shangri-La Makati islands. Manila Traders Hotel DON'T LEAVE WITHOUT... Shangri-La Boracay • Visiting Intramuros, this imposing fortress was erected by Miguel Lopez de Resort & Spa Legazpi in 1571 and you can walk its walls, gates and bulwarks. Discovery Shores Shangri-La • Scuba-diving in Boracay is a must; its underwater life is colourful and Mactan Resort & Spa plentiful and there are a range of diving courses available. Stay to watch the Maribago beautiful sunset over the water. Sulu Sea Bluewater • Spend time in Cebu seeing the wonderful Saint Nino Basilica, it has a Beach Resort decorative frescoed ceiling and houses the original Magellan’s Cross. Also make sure you visit the Taoist Temple and Simala Shrine. • If you need a refreshing break from the cities, travel to Kawasan Falls. Here you can swim in the mountain waters or take a raft underneath the waterfall.
FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 14 Hours to Manila GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL: GMT: + 8 Hours Private transfers from Manila Airport to the city take approximately 1 hour and CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the cost from £20 per person return. Shared boat transfers from Caticlan Airport to Essential Information pages at the back of this Boracay take approximately 1 hour and cost from £42 per person return brochure. (included if staying at Shangri-La). Private transfers from Cebu Airport to Mactan Island take approximately 30 mins and cost from £22 per person PHILIPPINES TOURS return.
MANILA CITY TOUR CEBU CITY TOUR BORACAY ISLAND HOPPING A great introduction to bustling With a warm, tropical climate Cebu TOUR Manila including Makati and Fort is also rich in history and the oldest Explore Boracay and the small Bonafacio before arriving at the city in the Philippines. Start your tour neighbouring islands by motorboat. historic walled city of Intramuros. at the impressive Taoist Temple Stop by the crocodile island for Continue on to Fort Santiago and before visiting Basilica Minore De snorkelling and fish feeding before Manila Bay, en route to the markets, San Agustin and Magellan's Cross. getting a bird's-eye-view of Boracay bazaars and Jeepney terminals of Your last stop is Casa Gorordo, a from Island Cove. Explore Boracay's Quiapo. Take time to browse and beautifully restored mansion from the beautiful beaches including tranquil shop before returning back to your turn of the century. Puka beach, Bulabog beach, and hotel. Duration: Half day. Departs: Daily. world-famous White beach. Duration: Half day. Departs: Daily. Prices from: Adult £43. Duration: Half day. Departs: Daily. Prices from: Adult £56 Prices from: Adult £53.
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5 STAR SHANGRI-LA • All rooms include 300 thread count SHANGRI-LA MAKATI bed linen, pillow menu, 37" flat- MAKATI STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM screen TV, tea and coffee making ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS PHILIPPINES facilities, minibar, complimentary Wi- A tranquil haven in the heart of 1 NIGHT Fi, in-room safe and ironing facilities. Manila close to prime shopping WEEKDAY STAY £132 (MON - THU) FROM outlets and entertainment venues HOTEL FACILITIES: WEEKEND STAY Shangri-La Makati promises relaxing • Dine on seafood and steak in a £120 (FRI- SUN) FROM elegance. From the regal lobby casual atmosphere in Red, try market- lounge with grand staircase to fine fresh sushi in Inagiku or savour All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on cuisine and Zen waterfalls on each modern Cantonese delights in the enquiry. Weekday Stay (Mon - Thu) 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Mar ’15, hotel’s signature restaurant, Shang Weekend Stay (Fri- Sun) 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room floor to welcome guests to their Upgrade: Deluxe Room from £7 per night. comfortable rooms every detail is Palace. designed to ensure a memorable and • Cafe, patisserie, two bars, pool bar and lobby lounge. pleasurable experience. Exceptional • Health club with spa and beauty standards of service retain this hotel’s salon, 24hr gym, steam room and superb reputation. hot and cold whirlpools. • Outdoor swimming pool, children’s GUEST ROOMS: pool, floodlit tennis courts and • 696 elegant and airy rooms featuring shopping arcade. sleek wood and plush fabrics.
Superior Room
4 STAR TRADERS GUEST ROOMS: TRADERS HOTEL, MANILA • 312 air-conditioned guest rooms with STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM HOTEL, views of Manila Bay and Roxas ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS Boulevard. MANILA 1 NIGHT • All rooms feature cable TV with in- Traders Hotel boasts a superb house movies, tea and coffee making ADULT LOW FROM £45 location on Roxas Boulevard facilities, minibar and mini-fridge. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on overlooking charming Manila Bay, enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Mar ’15. Room which is known for splendid sunsets. HOTEL FACILITIES: Upgrade: Traders Club Room from £25 per night. Guests have access to outdoor • All-day buffet dining available in Latitude and Kitsho Japanese swimming pools where taking a restaurant offering sushi, teppanyaki refreshing dip or lazing poolside and a sake bar. provides respite from the city pace • Internet cafe, lobby lounge with and rooms that are elegantly nightly entertainment, fitness centre decorated and equipped with modern and massage available. comforts. South East Asia’s biggest • Outdoor swimming pool and shopping mall and Malate are merely children’s wading pool. a stone’s throw away. HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS • Close to attractions • Swimming pools • Well-designed rooms
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• Deluxe rooms are set in lush 5 STAR SHANGRI-LA'S FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 5 nights landscaped gardens and have flat- BORACAY and receive 1 further night free.
screen TV, DVD player, iPod docking PHILIPPINES RESORT & SPA station, tea and coffee making Valid 01 Apr - 31 May 14, 01 Oct - facilities, minibar, complimentary Wi- 25 Dec 14, 05 Jan - 17 Feb 15 & Nestled in a peaceful nature reserve Fi and spacious balcony with daybed. 26 Feb - 31 Mar 15. leading to two secluded white HOTEL FACILITIES: beaches Shangri-La's Boracay Resort SHANGRI-LA'S BORACAY RESORT & SPA is a slice of heaven. Guests can • A choice of four restaurants offering international, Italian and local cuisine STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM indulge in everything here from fine ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS including Sirena seafood restaurant dining in romantic cliftop restaurants on a cliftop; beach bar, and lobby 1 NIGHT to learning about the island in the Eco lounge. ADULT LOW FROM £188 Centre, diving amongst vibrant • Large free-form swimming pool, ADULT HIGH FROM £237 aquatic life and discovering the tennis court, variety of watersports, All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on legend of Shangri La in the spa. Adventure Zone and Entertainment twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on Centre. enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 15 Apr ’14, 21 Apr ’14 - 25 Dec ’14, 05 Jan ’15 - 17 Feb ’15, 26 Feb ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, GUEST ROOMS: • CHI, The Spa set on a rocky High season: 16 Apr ’14 - 20 Apr ’14. Room Upgrade: Deluxe • Decorated in a luxurious modern style peninsula overlooking a private bay. Sea View Room from £15 per night. with elements of local décor rooms provide supreme comfort.
One Bedroom Premier Suite
4 STAR DISCOVERY • Amenities include 32" LCD TV, DVD DISCOVERY SHORES player, iPod docking station, minibar, STAYING IN A JUNIOR SUITE SHORES tea and coffee making facilities, in- ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS room safe, hairdryer and balcony. In a coveted setting on Boracay’s 1 NIGHT White Beach, renowned for its HOTEL FACILITIES: ADULT LOW FROM £174 powdery sands this hotel is one of • Three restaurants offering seafood ADULT HIGH FROM £158 only three Phillippine resorts to be and international cuisine; Sands All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on included in the prestigious Small serving themed buffets and pool bar twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Dec ’14, High season: Luxury Hotels of the World collection. serving cocktails. 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14. Room Upgrade: One Bedroom An informal atmosphere and family- • Award-winning wellness spa, gym, Premier Suite from £68 per night. friendly facilities add to its allure while outdoor swimming pool with the all-suite accommodation is fresh whirlpool and pool butlers, CD/DVD and contemporary, blending perfectly library and kids’ room with computer games and toys. with the backdrop. Be treated to • Concierge to arrange local activities genuine island hospitality certain to and trips; 24hr room service and enhance your stay. laundry service. GUEST ROOMS: • 88 light and airy suites with large HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS windows to enjoy the surrounding • Traditional service scenery. • Sumptuous food options • Children’s amusements
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Hong Kong is in a unique location at the
DISCOVER HONG centre of Asia and includes Hong Kong HONG KONG KONG Island, Kowloon and the New Territories. This bright, lively city is a fusion of East and West, traditional and modern where skyscrapers stand alongside ancient temples and cruise liners share a harbour with traditional junks and the renowned Star Ferry.
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BALI & HONG KONG 5 STAR MELIÃ, BALI FOR 4 8 NIGHTS FROM £1,589 NIGHTS Please note: price from £1589 is Turn your trip into a five-star The Meliá Bali lies next to the fabulous valid on selected departure dates spectacular by visiting the beautiful beach of Nusa Dua and features a between 01 Apr - 13 Dec 2014. beaches of Bali as well as the large lagoon-style swimming pool that However this multi-centre is towering cityscape of Hong Kong. meanders through the resort. available all year round (unless Begin by relaxing in an idyllic See page 154. specified). Prices may vary. Please beachside resort with sensational ask for details. spa and authentic Balinese features. 5 STAR HARBOUR GRAND Then travel to Hong Kong and KOWLOON, YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: experience the thrill of 21st century HONG KONG FOR 4 Return flights with Cathay Pacific life at its most exciting in a luxurious NIGHTS from London Heathrow, transfers hotel on Victoria Harbour. An oasis of luxury, the Harbour Grand and all pre-payable taxes. Regional Kowloon has a reputation for excellence flights may be available. in design, facilities and service. See page 174. YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: If you’d like to change the duration of your stay, let us know. Please refer to pages 146-155 & 173-179 for special offers and other hotel options.
HONG KONG & 5 STAR KOWLOON SHANGRI- 7 NIGHTS FROM £1,999 LA, HONG KONG Please note: price from £1999 is DUBAI FOR 3 NIGHTS valid on selected departure dates Panoramic views of the famous Victoria between 01 Jan - 15 Jul 2014. What better way to enjoy the Harbour make this hotel one of the However this multi-centre is unsurpassed pleasures of these most desirable in Kowloon. available all year round (unless remarkable locations than in a See page 173. specified). Prices may vary. sumptuous twin-destination holiday. Please ask for details. Luxuriate in elegance at the heart of Hong Kong’s Kowloon Peninsula 5 STAR MINA A’ SALAM, DUBAI YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: with instant access to the city’s most DELUXE FOR 4 NIGHTS Return flights with Emirates from stylish shopping, dining and London Gatwick, transfers and all An oasis of luxury, the Harbour Plaza entertainment options. Then cross pre-payable taxes. Regional flights Hong Kong has a reputation for the world to experience the may be available. splendour of a stay excellence in design, facilities and service. in one of exotic Dubai’s most YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: See Gold Medal’s Dubai, Arabia & exclusive locations. If you’d like to change the duration Indian Ocean brochure for details. of your stay, let us know. Please refer to pages 173 for special offers and other hotel options.
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HONG KONG
A dazzling, thrilling, non-stop city, with an eclectic mix of culture and architecture, where skyscrapers tower over old temples, alleyways and colourful markets, Hong Kong is a HONG KONG rollercoaster ride of a holiday that will take your breath away.
KOWLOON GETTING AROUND The MTR is quick and easy, but your visit isn’t complete without riding on the famous Star Ferry and the Peak Tram. Metropark Kowloon Hotel Eaton Smart DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… HISTORY MUSEUM SOUTH CHINA SEA • Taking a tram up to Victoria Peak to see the stunning Harbour Grand Kowloon panorama of Hong Kong Island, the harbour, Kowloon and Kowloon Shangri-La the hills beyond. The Peninsula • Enjoying a trip on the century-old Star Ferry to Kowloon to Harbour Plaza North Point STAR FERRY PIER Traders Hotel VICTORIA HARBOUR view Hong Kong’s magnificent skyline across the harbour. MARKET • Seeing the incredible Lantau Island Buddha, the world’s MAN PO TEMPLE Harbour Grand Hong Kong Ramada Hong Kong Excelsior largest outdoor seated bronze Buddha. SOHO Metropark Causeway Bay • Going to Lan Kwai Fong, a lively street lined with stylish Cosmo Hong Kong Cosmopolitan Hong Kong restaurants and trendy bars. HUNG SHING TEMPLE HONG KONG ISLAND THINGS TO SEE AND DO • Shopping: Browse the shops on Nathan Road in Kowloon. FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 12 Hours For bargains, head to Temple Street and the Ladies’ Market. GMT: +8 Hours • Theme Park: Spend an afternoon at Hong Kong Disneyland CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential on the picturesque Lantau Island. Information pages at the back of this brochure. GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL Shared transfers from Hong Kong Airport take approximately 40 minutes and cost from £35 per person return. Private transfers are also available from £38 extra per person return HONG KONG TOURS (min 2 people).
HONG KONG ISLAND TOUR HARBOUR & NOON GUN LEI YUE MUN VILLAGE & HONG Spend a day travelling around the FIRING CRUISE KONG NIGHT LIGHTS Island to discover the many different An exciting harbour cruise sails to This evening cruise begins aboard a facets of Hong Kong, from traces of the eastern harbour area of Hong traditional Chinese sightseeing junk, the old colony, to superb modern Kong, along the waterfront of allowing you to enjoy the exciting architecture and bizarre cityscapes of Central, Wanchai, Causeway Bay night views of Hong Kong Harbour towering buildings resting on and North Point, viewing deep sea on your way to Lei Yue Mun Seafood impossible slopes. The tour includes fishing junks along the way. Moving Village. After a brief walk ashore you visits to The Victoria Peak by Peak on to the Causeway Bay waterfront, will enjoy a delicious Chinese dinner. Tram, Repulse Bay, Stanley Market you will witness the firing of the On the return journey, enjoy more of and Aberdeen fishing village. legendary Jardine Noon Day Gun. the glittering harbour views by night. Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily Duration: 2 Hours Departs: Daily Duration: 3 Hours Departs: Nightly Price from: Adult £56 Price from: Adult £67 Price from: Adult £64
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Grand Deluxe Harbour View
5 STAR THE renovated rooms and suites that • Transportation choices for airport feature the latest guest-focused transfers and around the city are HONG KONG DELUXE PENINSULA technology and a new era of ultra-luxurious with a fleet of 14 HONG KONG personalisation. chauffeur-driven Rolls Royce. • Offering the ultimate in comfort and The Peninsula Hong Kong has long luxury, the rooms are equipped with been hailed as one of the most complimentary 3D movies, wireless THE PENINSULA HONG KONG luxurious hotels in the world. The Internet access, and coffee and tea- STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM opulent and stylish rooms and suites making facilities. ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS are simply sensational and the world- 1 NIGHT HOTEL FACILITIES: famous Peninsula service even more • The nine restaurants and bars at The ADULT LOW FROM £194 so. Created in the glamorous 1920s, Peninsula are among the most ADULT HIGH FROM £232 this legendary hotel, known as the exclusive in Hong Kong. Gaddi’s is All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on "Grande Dame of the Far East", renowned as one of the best French twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 07 May ’14 - 11 Sep ’14, 16 Nov ’14 - continues to set hotel standards restaurants in Asia, the Philippe 18 Dec ’14, 18 Jan ’15 - 13 Mar ’15, High season: Starck-designed Felix offers stunning 01 Apr ’14 - 06 Mar ’14, 12 Sep ’14 - 15 Nov ’14, worldwide. 19 Dec ’14 - 28 Dec ’14, 04 Jan ’15 - 17 Jan ’15, 14 Mar ’15 views across the harbour, afternoon - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Courtyard Room from GUEST ROOMS: tea at The Lobby is an institution and £23 per night. Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £50 per night. • Classic, contemporary chic arrives at the best authentic Cantonese food in The Peninsula Hong Kong with the town is served at Spring Moon. completion of the room enhancement • State-of-the-art fitness centre and programme, unveiling newly- huge Roman-style swimming pool.
Deluxe Harbour Room
5 STAR KOWLOON • All expected five-star amenities plus KOWLOON SHANGRI-LA broadband and WiFi Internet access. STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM SHANGRI-LA, ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS HOTEL FACILITIES: HONG KONG 1 NIGHT • Bars and restaurants include Café Panoramic views of the famous Kool, Michelin-starred Shang Palace, ADULT LOW FROM £128 Victoria Harbour make this hotel one Nadaman and Angelini and the ADULT MID FROM £142 of the most desirable in Kowloon. The renowned Tapas Bar, serving ADULT HIGH FROM £170 exquisitely appointed rooms and authentic International tapas and a All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on selection of fine wines and spirits from twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on luxurious suites have floor-to-ceiling enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 13 Sep ’14, 16 Nov ’14 - around the world. ’ ’ ’ bay windows overlooking the harbour 23 Dec '14, 15 Jan 15 - 28 Feb 15, Mid season: 21 Feb 14 - • Numerous, top-class facilities include 31 Mar ’14, 11 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, 14 Sep ’14 - 10Oct 14 or exciting city vistas. The world- 04 Mar ’15 - 25 Mar ’15, High season: 01 Jan ’14 - a 24-hour business centre, gym and 18 Jan ’14, 11 oct ’14 - 15 Nov ’14, 24 Dec ’14 - 14 Jan ’15. renowned Shangri-La service is indoor swimming pool. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Harbour View Room from £10 per second to none and, with the Star night. Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £29 per night. Ferry and MTR within walking distance, the hotel is as convenient as EARLYBIRD: Book by 30 Apr 14, it is impressive. Pay for 2 nights and receive 1 further night free. Valid 01 Apr - 10 GUEST ROOMS: Apr 14, 01 May - 10 Oct 14, 16 • Deluxe Rooms and Executive Suites Nov - 23 Dec 14 & 15 Jan - 31 have been refurbished. All rooms are Mar 15. among the most spacious in the city and are furnished with either a king- size bed or two double beds. 173 GM_FE_1415_DEC_174.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:22 Page 174 ASIA Harbour View
5 STAR HARBOUR • Contemporary Oriental styling with HARBOUR GRAND KOWLOON luxury bathrooms featuring rainforest STAYING IN A SUPERIOR COURTVIEW ROOM GRAND showerhead. ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS KOWLOON 1 NIGHT HOTEL FACILITIES: With panoramic views over Hong • Relaxing spa offering range of ADULT LOW FROM £70 Kong’s Victoria Harbour and Kowloon massage and beauty therapies. ADULT MID FROM £92 peninsular skyline plus exquisitely • Heated outdoor swimming pool, ADULT HIGH FROM £122 appointed accommodation and children’s pool, Jacuzzi and fitness All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin exceptional service and hospitality, centre. share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 10 Sep ’14, 20 Nov ’14 - 21 Dec ’14, Harbour Grand is already forging a • Selection of fine-dining restaurants 18 Jan ’15 - 28 Feb ’15, Mid season: 01 Mar ’14 - 31 Mar ’14,
HONG KONG reputation as one of the world’s finest serving top-class cuisine, including 11 Sep ’14 - 10 Oct 14, 22 Dec ’14 - 29 Dec ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar 15, High season: 19 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, 11 Oct ’14 - hotels. The 41 impressive storeys offer European, Chinese and sushi dishes. 31 Oct ’14, 30 Dec ’14 - 01 Jan ’15. Room Upgrade: Superior • Oyster bar, café and relaxed lobby Harbour View Room from £17 per night. Board Upgrade: elegantly designed interiors, featuring Breakfast from £19 per night. luxurious rooms, superb restaurants lounge. and bars and a range of top-class SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 3 nights and leisure facilities to suit discerning receive a free upgrade to a Harbour guests from all over the world. View Room. Valid 01 Apr - 18 Apr GUEST ROOMS: 14, 01 May - 10 Oct 14, 01 Nov - • All rooms and suites take full 29 Dec 14, 02 Jan - 30 Mar 15 in advantage of the stunning harbour Superior & Harbour Club Rooms views with air-conditioning, satellite only. TV and WiFi.
Deluxe Room
4 STAR EATON SMART minibar, hairdryer and complimentary EATON SMART HOTEL WiFi access. STAYING IN A DELUXE ROOM HONG KONG ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS HOTEL FACILITIES: With a clever, modern design and a 1 NIGHT • A superb line-up of restaurants spirited attitude, Eaton Smart Hong includes Cantonese cuisine at the ADULT LOW FROM £54 Kong is everything you need. award-winning Yat Tung Heen, ADULT MID FROM £68 Conveniently located in the heart of sumptuous buffets, grills and ADULT HIGH FROM £82
the business district and shopping brasserie specialties at the Metro All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on areas, the hotel is only a stroll away Buffet & Grill and Izakaya-style twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: (Mon - Thu) 01 May ’14 - 11 Sep ’14 from the Jordan MTR and a host of Japanese dining at Yagura restaurant. 01 Dec ’14 - 23 Dec, 02 Jan ’15 - 19 Feb ’15, 25 Feb ’15 - • Relax, mix and mingle at T Bar 3 28 Feb ’15, Mid season: (Mon-Thu) 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14 tourist attractions. Look no further for 12 Sep ’14 - 09 Oct ’14, 01 Nov ’14 - 30 Nov ’14, 24 Dec some value-added activities including featuring live sports broadcast, ’14 - 29 Dec ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: speciality cocktails and a range of (Mon-Thu) 10 Oct ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, 30 Dec ’14 - 01 Jan ’15, free Tai Chi Class, exciting free local 20 Feb ’15 - 28 Feb ’15. Room Upgrade: Club Room from £20 international beers. tours of the Jade and Temple Street per night. Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £14 per night. • Gym and rooftop, heated swimming markets and more! pool. GUEST ROOMS: • Deluxe Rooms are compact, smart SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 4 nights and and modern while Club room guests receive special discounted rates. enjoy continental breakfast, evening cocktails and canapes at E club. Valid 01 May - 11 Sep 14, 01 Dec - • All rooms have air-conditioning, TV, 23 Dec 14, 02 Jan 14 - 19 Feb 14 safe, tea and coffee making facilities, & 25 Feb - 28 Feb 15.
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Standard Room
3 STAR METROPARK decorated and feature private safes METROPARK HOTEL, KOWLOON and additional amenities. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM HONG KONG HOTEL • The Club Lounge serves daily ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS breakfast and evening drinks for Club KOWLOON 1 NIGHT Floor guests. Fresh and contemporary, the ADULT LOW FROM £41 Metropark offers a great base for HOTEL FACILITIES: ADULT MID FROM £47 exploring the many sights and sounds • Palm Court serves lavish international ADULT HIGH FROM £79 of Hong Kong. Close to the centre of buffets, House of Tang offers a All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin Chinese menu and the Sip Sip Bar is share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Kowloon, it’s within easy reach of the Low season: 02 Jan ’14 - 28 Feb ’14, 01 Apr ’14 - 10 Apr ’14, an ideal venue for relaxing. ’ ’ ’ ’ ’ bustling shopping and entertainment 01 May 14 - 09 Sep 14, 01 Dec 14 - 23 Dec 14, 02 Jan 15 - • Rooftop terrace with swimming pool 28 Feb ’15, Mid season: 01 Mar ’14 - 24 Mar ’14, 10 Sep ’14 - areas in Mongkok and Tsimshatsui as 09 Oct ’14, 16 Nov ’14 - 30 Nov ’14, 24 Dec ’14 - 01 Jan ’15, (closed between January and 01 Mar ’15 - 24 Mar ’15, High season: 10 Oct ’14 - well as Hong Kong’s prime tourist February), fitness room with full range 31 Oct ’14. Room Upgrade: Club Room from £22 per night. attractions. of fitness equipment. Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £12 per night. • Complimentary shuttle bus to the GUEST ROOMS: MTR station and shopping district. • All rooms are spacious and well- equipped with satellite TV, minibar, telephone, free broadband Internet SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 3 nights and access, tea and coffee making receive special discounted rates. facilities and hair dryer. Valid 01 May - 09 Sep 14 & 02 Jan • On the 15th, 16th and 17th floors, 14 - 28 Feb 14. the Club Floor Rooms are tastefully
Superior City
3 STAR HARBOUR voicemail service, TV with 30 satellite HARBOUR PLAZA NORTH POINT and cable channels including movies STAYING IN A SUPERIOR CITY VIEW ROOM DELUXE PLAZA NORTH and music, minibar, electronic safe, ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS hairdryer and tea and coffee making POINT 1 NIGHT facilities. Chic and contemporary, Harbour ADULT LOW FROM £41 Plaza North Point has a calm and HOTEL FACILITIES: ADULT MID FROM £56 elegant feel, in welcome contrast to • Two restaurants, lobby lounge and ADULT HIGH FROM £79 the buzz of Hong Kong. Located in corner cafe. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin • One of the largest outdoor pools in share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. one of the city’s most progressive Low season: 07 Feb ’14 - 03 Mar ’14, 01 May ’14 - 15 Sep ’14, Hong Kong, located on the third ’ ’ ’ ’ areas, the hotel sits between the 03 Jan 15-19Feb 15, 24 Feb 15 - 03 Mar 15, Mid season: floor. 04 Mar ’14 - 16 Mar ’14, 23 Sep ’14 - 11 Oct ’14, 31 Oct ’14 - endless shopping options of 29 Dec ’14, 04 Mar ’15 - 25 Mar ’15, 30 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, • Other facilities include a fitness centre High season: 17 Mar ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, 31 Oct ’14 - 29 Dec ’14, Causeway Bay and the modern office with solarium, sauna and massage 04 Mar ’15 - 23 Mar ’15, 30 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Superior Side Harbour View Room from £6 per night. towers of Quarry Bay. The MTR station services. Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £12 per night. at Quarry Bay is just a minute’s walk away, providing quick and easy SPECIAL OFFER: Pay for 3 nights access to the rest of Hong Kong and receive 1 further night free. island, Kowloon and the airport. Valid 01 Apr - 11 Apr 14, 01 May - GUEST ROOMS: 15 Sep 14, 03 Jan - 19 Feb 15 & • Amenities include broadband Internet 24 Feb - 03 Mar 15. connection, air-conditioning, two-line telephone/PC/fax with broadband connectivity, IDD telephone system, 175 GM_FE_1415_DEC_176.qxp:Layout 125/10/1315:59Page176 176 HONG KONG ASIA 5 STAR • Oyster bar, caféandrelaxedlobby restaurants • Selection offine-dining • Heated outdoorswimmingpool, • Relaxing spaofferingrangeof HOTEL FACILITIES: • Contemporary Orientalstylingwith • All roomsandsuitestakefull GUEST ROOMS: guests fromallovertheworld. leisure facilitiestosuitdiscerning and barsarangeoftop-class luxurious rooms,superbrestaurants elegantly designedinteriors,featuring hotels. The41impressivestoreysoffer reputation asoneoftheworld’sfinest Harbour Grandisalreadyforginga exceptional serviceandhospitality, appointed accommodationand peninsular skylineplusexquisitely Kong’s VictoriaHarbourandKowloon With panoramicviewsoverHong lounge. European, Chineseandsushidishes. cuisine,including serving top-class centre. children’s pool,Jacuzziandfitness massage andbeautytherapies. showerhead. luxury bathroomsfeaturingrainforest TV andWiFi. views withair-conditioning, satellite advantage ofthestunningharbour KONG HARBOUR GRAND HONG 30 Dec14&01Jan-25Mar15. Valid 01Apr-11Oct14,16Nov and receive1furthernightfree. FREE NIGHTS: only. 15 inSuperiorHarbourViewRooms Jan -19Feb 15&24Feb -03Mar 10 Apr14,01May-15Sep02 Harbour ViewRoom.Valid 01Apr- receive afreeupgradetoDeluxe SPECIAL OFFER: • Top-class restaurants • Rejuvenating spatreatments • Luxury accommodation • Magnificentharbourlocation HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Pay for3nights Stay 3nightsand 5prngt or prd:Bekatfo 1 e night. per £19 from Breakfast Upgrade: Board night. per £5 9Mar 29 Oct 12 -31Mar Sep 16 2Jan 02 hr,adaeagieol.Pie ilb ofre nenquiry. on confirmed be Jan will 03 Prices season: only. Low guide a are and share, A TYN NASPRO ABU IWROOM VIEW HARBOUR SUPERIOR A IN STAYING Grand DeluxeHarbourView DL IHFROM HIGH ADULT FROM MID ADULT FROM LOW ADULT lpie n upeet are supplements and prices ll ’ ’ 5-1 Feb 19 - 15 4-1 Oct 11 - 14 ’ 5 omUgae eueHrorVe omfrom Room View Harbour Deluxe Upgrade: Room 15. ’ ABU RN OGKONG HONG GRAND HARBOUR 4-1 Nov 16 - 14 ’ 5 ihsao:2 Mar 27 season: High 15, NARO NYBASIS ONLY ROOM A ON ’ 4-0 Mar 03 - 14 ’ ’ 5 4Fb1 3Mar 03 - 15 Feb 24 15, 4 7Nov 17 14, ’ 4 1Dec 31 14, ‘ from’ ’ 4 1May 01 14, ’ 4-3 Dec 30 - 14 e esn ae ntwin on based person, per ’ ’ 4 6Mar 26 14, 4-3 Mar 31 - 14 NIGHT 1 £271 £175 ’ ’ 5 i season: Mid 15, £87 4-1 Sep 15 - 14 ’ 4 0Mar 30 14, ’ 5- 15 ’ ’ 14, 14, ’ 15 GM_FE_1415_DEC_177.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:18 Page 177 ASIA
Deluxe Harbour View
4 STAR THE EXCELSIOR HOTEL FACILITIES: THE EXCELSIOR • A wide choice of restaurants offers The Excelsior certainly does excel. STAYING IN A SUPERIOR PARK VIEW ROOM HONG KONG local and international cuisine ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS Offering high standards of including Cantonese dishes at Yee 1 NIGHT accommodation, service and facilities, Tung Heen; authentic Italian dishes at this outstanding hotel is a member of Cammino, superb buffets and ADULT LOW FROM £62 the prestigious Mandarin Oriental afternoon tea at Café on the 1st and ADULT MID FROM £93 Hotel Group. Superbly located in great dining with live entertainment at ADULT HIGH FROM £119 Causeway Bay in front of the Victoria ToTT's and Roof Terrace. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin • Dickens Bar is a lively English sports share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Harbour, it’s right in the centre of Low season: 05 Feb ’14 - 28 Feb ’14, 01 May ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, bar, with live sport broadcasts. ’ ’ ’ ’ Hong Kong’s shopping, dining and 02 Jan 15-19Feb 15, Mid season: 01 Apr 14 - 30 Apr 14, 01 Sep ’14 - 05 Oct ’14, 01 Dec ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - entertainment district. 31 Mar ’15, High season: 06 Oct ’14 - 30 Nov ’14, HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS 24 Dec ’14 - 01 Jan ’15, 20 Feb ’15 - 23 Feb ’15. Room Upgrade: Superior Side Harbour View Room from £10 per GUEST ROOMS: • Superb location night. Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £23 per night. • All rooms are superbly appointed and • Stunning harbour views elegantly decorated to offer comfort • Great choice of restaurants and and luxury. bars • Facilities include air-conditioning, private bathroom, satellite TV, radio, telephone, iPod docking station, WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities, SPECIAL OFFER: Pay for 3 nights minibar and refrigerator, safe and and receive a complimentary hairdryer. breakfast. Valid 01 May - 31 Jul 13. • 24-hour room service.
Superior Room
4 STAR TRADERS • Traders Club Room guests enjoy daily TRADERS HOTEL, HONG KONG breakfast and all day drinks and STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM HOTEL, HONG snacks in the Traders Lounge. ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS • Complimentary WiFi, LCD TVs and KONG 1 NIGHT stunning views. Traders Hotel is located in the Western ADULT LOW FROM £48 district of Hong Kong Island, HOTEL FACILITIES: ADULT MID FROM £65 overlooking Victoria Harbour and set • Delectable dining experiences include ADULT HIGH FROM £74 amidst the traditional shops and all-day dining, international buffets, à All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on la carte menu and cocktail bar. twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on restaurants of the unique Chiu Chow enquiry. Low season: 01 Feb ’14 - 28 Feb ’14, 01 Feb ’15 - • Traders Lounge offering ’ ’ ’ ’ district. Boasting excellent transport 28 Feb 15, 01 May 14 - 15 Sep 14, Mid season: 01 Jan 15 comprehensive business services and - 31 Jan ’15, 01 Mar ’14 - 31 Mar ’15, 01 Nov ’14 - links as well as smart guest rooms 30 Dec ’14, 16 Sep ’14 - 30 Sep ’14, High season: dining for Traders Club guests. 01 Oct ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, 01 Mar ’14 - 30 Apr ’14. Room and great dining choices, Traders • 16-metre rooftop swimming pool with Upgrade: Deluxe City View Room from £20 per night. Board offers guests a welcome retreat after a 360 degree cityscapes, gym and Upgrade: Breakfast from £11 per night. day exploring Hong Kong. shuttle bus.
GUEST ROOMS: • Superior Rooms are light and airy FREE NIGHT: Book at least 60 days with city views. prior to arrival, Pay for 3 nights and • Deluxe Rooms and Traders Club receive a 1 extra free night. Rooms offer scenic mountain or Valid 01 May - 15 Sep 14, 01 Feb - harbour views. 19 Feb 15 & 23 Feb - 28 Feb 15.
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4 STAR COSMOPOLITAN • Rooms also feature satellite television, COSMOPOLITAN HOTEL, HONG KONG minibar, tea/coffee making facilities, STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM HOTEL, HONG iPod dock and high speed internet ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS access. Deluxe Course View rooms KONG 1 NIGHT are are more spacious with Race Experience the warmest hospitality and Course views. Quad rooms are also ADULT LOW FROM £47 comfort at this hotel, which is centrally- available. ADULT MID FROM £54 located amid the vibrant shopping and ADULT HIGH FROM £83
entertainment spots in Causeway Bay HOTEL FACILITIES: All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on and Wan Chai. This popular hotel has • He Jiang restaurant specialises in twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 15 Mar ’14, 01 May ’14 - also been awarded “Certificate of Sichuan and Huai cuisine and 14 Sep ’14, 15 Nov ’14 - 22 Dec ’14, 02 Jan ’15 -
HONG KONG showcases Chinese cooking in a 15 Mar ’15, Mid season: 15 sep ’14 - 09 Oct ’14, 23 Dec ’14 Excellence” by Tripadvisor in both -01Jan’15, 16 Mar ’15 - 25 Mar ’15, High season: 2012 and 2013 Magnificent views, distinctive setting. Relax in the 3T Bar 27 Mar ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, 11 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, with a classic cocktail. 10 Oct ’14 - 14 Nov ’14, 26 Mar ’15 - 29 Mar ’15. Room good service and a great range of Upgrade: Deluxe Course View Room from £17 per night. • Gym room, complimentary WiFi in Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £14 per night. amenities are available. public areas, free pillow menu of 11 options, free shuttle bus to Causeway GUEST ROOMS: Bay, Wan Chai, Admirality, Central, FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 3 nights • Cosy and contemporary, rooms have Quarry Bay and Taikoo. a cream and mocha decor, with and receive 1 further night free. • Relax in the 3T Bar with a classic special touches including modern Valid 01 May - 09 Oct 14 & 15 cocktail. frosted-glass windows, bathroom with Nov - 25 Mar 15. shower massage cubicles, quality duvets, 300-thread count linens and pillow menu.
Harbour View Room
3 STAR METROPARK • Executive Parlour have unobstructed METROPARK HOTEL, CAUSEWAY BAY panoramic views of the harbour, a STAYING IN A STANDARD ROOM DELUXE HOTEL variety of additional benefits including ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS complimentary breakfast, afternoon CAUSEWAY BAY 1 NIGHT tea and evening cocktails at the Design-led and elegant, the Panorama Lounge. ADULT LOW FROM £48 Metropark Causeway Bay reflects the ADULT MID FROM £66 élan of vibrant Hong Kong. Well HOTEL FACILITIES ADULT HIGH FROM £124 located for shopping, sightseeing and • Café du Parc serves international All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on cuisine throughout the day in a twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on dining, guests can look forward to enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, 01 Oct ’14 - coming back after a day of enjoying innovative setting. 10 Oct ’14, 15 Nov ’14 - 30 Nov ’14, 23 Dec ’14, 08 Jan ’15, • Vic’s Pub for drinks and snacks with Mid season: 01 May ’14 - 30 Jun ’14, 09 Jan ’15-18Feb’15, the attractions of this sprawling 25 Feb ’15 - 01 Mar ’15, 08 Mar ’15 - 18 Mar ’15, High live music entertainment . ’ ’ ’ ’ metropolis to decent guest rooms, a season: 27 Mar 14 - 30 Mar 14, 19 Mar 15 - 31 Mar 15. • 24-hour WiFi service available in the Room Upgrade: Harbour View Room from £11 per night. Board great restaurant and splendid service. hotel public areas Upgrade: Breakfast from £8 per night. • Rooftop swimming pool with views GUEST ROOMS over Victoria Harbour (closed in Jan- • 266 air-conditioned rooms. Standard Feb), Jacuzzi, health club and sauna. rooms come with double or twin beds, satellite TV, broadband Internet, HONEYMOON: Honeymooners minibar, tea and coffee making receive free fruit, bottle of wine and facilities, in-room safe and hairdryer. • Harbour view rooms have a complimentary upgrade to a unobstructed views over Victoria Harbour View Room. Valid 01 Apr Harbour and Victoria Park. 12 - 31 Mar 13.
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Superior Room
4 STAR COSMO • Standard rooms include pillow menu, COSMO HONG KONG flat-screen satellite TV, iPod docking STAYING IN A STANDARD ROOM HONG KONG HONG KONG station, tea and coffee making ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS facilities, minibar, in-room safe, Wi-Fi Situated between Wan Chai and 1 NIGHT and hairdryer. Causeway Bay this boutique hotel is ADULT LOW FROM £46 made for the budget conscious and HOTEL FACILITIES: ADULT MID FROM £54 superbly located for exploring • Nooch Bar offering an excellent ADULT HIGH FROM £85
shopping and nightlife hotspots. As selection of cocktails and The Breeze All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on the name may suggest interiors are outdoor terrace with complimentary twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 May ’14 - 14 Sep ’14, 15 Nov ’14 - trendy and bold with rooms each self-service coffee. 22 Dec ’14, 02 Jan ’15 - 15 Mar ’15, Mid season: 01 Apr ’14 • Lobby, room service, laundry service, - 10 Apr ’14, 15 Sep ’14 - 09 Oct ’14, 23 Dec ’14 - featuring a unique colour also the 01 Jan ’15, 16 Mar ’15 - 25 Mar ’15, 30 Mar ’15 - Nooch Bar is vying for recognition as currency exchange and tour desk. 31 Mar ’15, High season: 11 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, • Complimentary shuttle service to 15 10 Oct ’14 - 14 Nov ’14, 26 Mar ’15 - 29 Mar ’15. Board one of the most fashionable hangouts Upgrade: Breakfast from £12 per night. city destinations. in the city. A shuttle service takes you to all the prime areas and attractions. SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 2 nights and GUEST ROOMS: receive a free upgrade to a Superior • 142 rooms and suites featuring large Room. windows and a vibrant colour scheme. Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. In standard room only.
Standard Room
3 STAR RAMADA HOTEL FACILITIES: RAMADA HONG KONG • The Cafe offers all-day dining STAYING IN A STANDARD ROOM HOTEL HONG consisting of Western and oriental ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS cuisine and a Chinese restaurant KONG 1 NIGHT serves dim sum and seafood Towering into the sky Ramada Hotel specialities. ADULT LOW FROM £40 Hong Kong attracts guests due to its • Enjoy pre-dinner drinks and listen to ADULT MID FROM £54 desirable location overlooking Victoria music in the MTV Lounge. ADULT HIGH FROM £77 Harbour, close to Macau Ferry Pier • Gym; lounge on 5th floor; room All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on service 7am-11.30pm; twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on and a tram station. Comfortable enquiry. Low season: 01 Apr ’14 - 10 Apr ’14, 01 May ’14 - complimentary Wi-Fi in lobby; tour ’ ’ ’ ’ ’ rooms complete with marble 30 Jun 14, 25 Jan 15 - 18 Feb 15, 01 Mar 15 - 14 Mar 15, desk. Mid season: 22 Sep ’14 - 09 Oct ’14, 01 Nov ’14 - bathrooms and attentive service makes 27 Nov ’14, 01 Dec ’14 - 23 Dec ’14, 09 Jan ’15 - 24 Jan ’15, • Complimentary shuttle service to High season: 11 Apr ’14 - 30 Apr ’14, 12 Sep ’14 - this a perfect choice for all travellers Sheung Wan MTR Station, IFC Mall 21 Sep ’14, 10 Oct ’14 - 31 Oct ’14, 24 Dec ’14 - 03 Jan ’15, 15 Mar ’15 - 28 Mar ’15. Room Upgrade: Deluxe Room from looking for superb value for money and Airport Express Railway Hong £10 per night. Board Upgrade: Breakfast from £10 per night. and to explore the city at ease. Kong.
GUEST ROOMS: • Tastefully decorated rooms all have air FREE NIGHTS: Pay for 2 nights conditioning and an en-suite and receive 1 further night free. bathroom with bathtub or shower. Valid 01 Apr 14 - 31 Mar 15. In • Amenities included in all rooms are Deluxe Room only. cable TV, minibar, in-room safe, tea and coffee making facilities and hairdryer.
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Mystery shrouds this vast country of almost DISCOVER CHINA unimaginable scope and diversity, that combines breathtaking scenery and ancient
cultures. The landscape is dominated by CHINA dramatic mountains and rushing rivers. Enormous temples, palaces and defences tell an incredible tale of Dynasties and traditions, while ultra-modern cities bring the country’s story right up to date.
181 GM_FE_1415_DEC_182.qxp:Layout 125/10/1316:00Page182 182 CHINA ASIA of theForbidden City. the GreatWall tothepalatialgrandeur in awe,fromthespectacularvastnessof The sheerscaleofChinawillhaveyou CHINA and exceptionalshoppingopportunities. traditional landmarksandculturewithultra-modernskylines The heartandsoulofChina,Shanghaiseamlesslymixes SHANGHAI CHINA Chengdu Xi’an Guilin Beijing Shanghai Hainan Island(Sanya) Hong Kong PAGES 188-189 most historiccitiesinChina. stunning T wonders oftheworld, Home tooneofthenew-found Great W temples andmuseums,notforgettingtheawe ancient China,visitingthehugelyimpressivepalaces,parks, In thismagnificentcity, youcanreallyimmerseyourselfin XI’AN PAGES BEIJING PAGES all andthehistoricT erracotta W arriors, charmingXi’anisoneofthe ian’anmen Square. -inspiring 190-191 186-187 GM_FE_1415_DEC_183.qxp:Layout 1 28/10/13 14:35 Page 183 TOURING
BEIJING, SHANGHAI & XIAN BEIJING & PHUKET Rich in history and architecture, Beijing is a feast for the From Tian’anmen Square and the Imperial Palace to the senses while Shanghai transports you to a cosmopolitan, magnificent Great Wall of China, Beijing never fails to innovative world with elements of its past in the form of impress. A pearl in the Andaman Sea, the tropical island sacred temples. Xi’an brims with ancient charm and has of Phuket is a reflection of Southern Thailand’s beauty and incredible relics. tranquillity - an ideal place to reflect on the wonders of the Far East.
4 STAR NOVOTEL BEIJING PEACE FOR 3 NIGHTS CHINA See page 187. 4 STAR NOVOTEL BEIJING PEACE FOR 3 NIGHTS See page 187. 4 STAR HOLIDAY INN SHANGHAI VISTA FOR 4 NIGHTS 4 STAR CENTARA KARON RESORT FOR 5 See page 189. NIGHTS 4 STAR MERCURE XI'AN ON RENMIN SQUARE See page 44. FOR 3 NIGHTS 8 NIGHTS FROM £2,459 See page 191. YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: Return flights with Thai 10 NIGHTS FROM £1,399 Airways from London Heathrow, transfers and all pre- YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: payable taxes. Regional flights may be available. Return flights with British Airways from London Heathrow, transfers and all pre-payable taxes. Regional flights may YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: If you’d like to vary the be available. number of days you stay in either location or upgrade to YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: If you’d like to vary the five star accommodation, let us know. Please refer to number of days you stay in either location or upgrade to pages 38-49 & 187 for special offers and other hotel five star accommodation, let us know. options. Please refer to pages 187, 189 & 191 for special offers and other hotel options.
SHANGHAI & DUBAI SHANGHAI & HONG KONG Shanghai marries a bustling contemporary lifestyle with the To witness ancient cultural charm and intrigue fused with a charm and intrigue of ancient China. Dubai is famed for thrilling pace and contemporary architecture, take a roller its sun, sand and duty-free shopping, not to mention some coaster ride from Shanghai, the heart and soul of China, of the world’s most exciting and luxurious hotels. to Hong Kong, its consummate entertainer.
5 STAR SOFITEL HYLAND, SHANGHAI FOR 3 5 STAR SOFITEL HYLAND, SHANGHAI FOR 3 NIGHTS NIGHTS See page 189. See page 189. 5 STAR AL QASR, DUBAI FOR 5 NIGHTS 5 STAR KOWLOON SHANGRI-LA, HONG See Gold Medal’s Dubai, Arabia & Indian KONG FOR 3 NIGHTS Ocean Brochure See page 173. 8 NIGHTS FROM £1,999 6 NIGHTS FROM £1,479 YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: Return flights with Emirates YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: Return flights with Cathay from London Gatwick, transfers and all pre-payable taxes. Pacific Airways from London Heathrow, transfers and all Regional flights may be available. pre-payable taxes. Regional flights may be available. YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: If you’d like to vary the number of days you stay in either location or upgrade to YOUR HOLIDAY OPTIONS: If you’d like to vary the five star accommodation, let us know. number of days you stay in either location or upgrade to Please refer to pages 189 for special offers and other five star accommodation, let us know. hotel options. Please refer to pages 189 & 173-179 for special offers and other hotel options.
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GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL Private transfers from Beijing Airport take approximately 45 minutes and cost from £54 per person return (min 2 people). BEIJING TOURS
WORLD WONDER TOUR EMPEROR'S TOUR BEIJING OPERA NIGHT SHOW Early collection from your central Early collection from your central Collection approx 6pm. Upon arrival hotel to travel to the Ming Tombs. hotel to Tian'anmen Square and its at Liyuan Theatre, you will be led to Next, you will see the Jade Carving Monument to the People’s Heroes. your seat by both your guide and Factory. After lunch, drive to the Next, see the Forbidden City. The theatre staff. Beijing Opera narrates Great Wall. Here you can ascend the history of the Ming and Qing dynastic stories from ancient times to north or south face of the Wall on dynasties is represented here. After to the dynasties of Qin to Qing. foot or cable car. Later, see The Birds the Temple of Heaven, the historic site Popular with westerners, the Liyuan Nest and Water Cube before of prayer. After lunch visit a market hosts the Peking opera with subtitles. returning, approx 6pm. before driving to Summer Palace. After the show transfer back to your Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Drop off at hotel, approx 6pm. hotel, approx 9:20pm. Price per person: £34 Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Evening Departs: Daily Price per person: £43 Price per person: £48
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DAY 1: BEIJING DAY 3: BEIJING ESSENTIAL BEIJING TOUR Upon arrival in Beijing transfer to your The first stop is the sacred Ming Tombs, DURATION: 4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS chosen hotel. Hotel: Novotel Beijing burial grounds to 13 of the 16 Ming Peace. Emperors. Explore the largest of the DEPARTS: DAILY burial sites, the Changling Tomb, which CHINA DAY 2: BEIJING is divided into three separate, This tour starts at Tian'anmen Square PRICE FROM £359 PER PERSON impressive courtyards. After lunch, with its many monuments. From there continue to the Great Wall, the very Price Includes: you will go to the Forbidden City which symbol of ancient Chinese engineering. • Airport transfers has been the seat of power for centuries • 3 nights accommodation The Badaling section is a prime, and has seen countless battles and • Other meals as specified preserved example of this colossal • Sightseeing & excursions as detailed reconstructions. • Entrance fees and English speaking guide structure where you will have the After lunch, it's on to the Temple of opportunity to climb up either the North Please Note: Price from £359 is valid on selected or South Face of the Wall. Finally, there departure dates between 01 Jan - 28 Feb 2014. Heaven, China's largest temple, an However this tour is available all year round (unless extraordinary example of religious will be a short exterior visit to The Bird’s specified). Prices may vary. Please ask for details. architecture dating back to the Ming Nest and Water Cube (stadiums built and Qing dynasties. for the 2008 Olympic Games). The final stop is the retreat of emperors DAY 4: BEIJING for 800 years, the Summer Palace, the Enjoy a day at leisure until your transfer largest and most beautiful Chinese to the airport. imperial garden.
5 STAR SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, BEIJING 4 STAR NOVOTEL BEIJING PEACE Set amid charming landscaped gardens, the award- Towering over its neighbours, the Novotel provides superb winning Shangri-La Hotel is one of the most elegant deluxe views over the Beijing cityscape. Its central position and on- hotels in Beijing. site business centre make it a great choice for business travellers as well as tourists. GUEST ROOMS: • The 670 beautifully appointed rooms and suites have GUEST ROOMS: broadband and WiFi access, satellite/cable television, • All 402 well-appointed rooms are equipped with high- coffee and tea making facilities, minibar and full-size speed Internet, air-conditioning, minibar and satellite TV executive writing desk. channels.
HOTEL FACILITIES: HOTEL FACILITIES: • Award-winning CHI, The Spa inspired by traditional Asian • A choice of four dining options includes French, healing philosophies. international and Asian cuisine. • Superb fitness centre with 25-metre indoor pool and access • Indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, sauna and shops. to rooftop garden. SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, BEIJING NOVOTEL BEIJING PEACE STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS STAYING IN A STANDARD ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS ADULT LOW FROM ADULT MID FROM ADULT HIGH FROM ADULT LOW FROM ADULT MID FROM ADULT HIGH FROM 1 NIGHT £71 £91 £94 1 NIGHT £42 £51 £59
All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Dec ’14 - 28 Feb ’15, Mid season: Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Dec ’14 - 28 Feb ’15, Mid season: 01 Jun ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 May ’14, 01 Jun ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 16 Nov ’14 - 30 Nov ’14, High season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 May ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 30 Nov ’14. 01 Sep ’14 - 15 Nov ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15. 187 GM_FE_1415_DEC_188.qxp:Layout 1 25/10/13 16:25 Page 188 SHANGHAI
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CHINA lifestyle with the charm and intrigue of ancient China, this futuristic and cosmopolitan city is thought of as the heart and soul of the country and promises an unforgettable experience.
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GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL Shared transfers from Pudong Airport take approximately 40 SHANGHAI TOURS minutes and cost from £68 per person return (min 2 people).
BEST OF SHANGHAI DAY TOUR SU ZHOU & ZHOU ZHUANG, SHANGHAI EVENING Early transfer from your hotel to the WATER VILLAGE DAY TOUR ACROBATIC SHOW Jade Buddha Temple. You will then Early transfer from your hotel to Su Collection from your hotel between visit the Bund on Shanghai’s Zhou, one of the oldest towns in the 6-6.30pm. Our tour begins with a waterfront. Next, visit the Fresh Water Yangtze basin. Often referred to as performance by the Shanghai Pearl Gallery or a silk factory and "The Venice of the East" you will visit Acrobatics School. Afterwards you witness the ancient process of silk the Net Master Garden, City Gate will travel by luxury coach to see making. and a silk factory. After lunch travel Shanghai by night. Our evening After lunch, see the People’s Square, to Zhou Zhuang for a gondola cruise sightseeing tour includes People's the former French Concession, and along the waterways. Transfer back Square and the former French Xin Tian Di. to your hotel at 7pm. District. The final stop is Xin Tian Di. Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Duration: Evening Departs: Daily Price per person: £162 Price per person: £104 Price per person: £61
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DAY 1: SHANGHAI towns, Su Zhou and Zhou Zhuang. Su ESSENTIAL SHANGHAI Transfer from Shanghai airport to your Zhou is one of the oldest towns in the TOUR hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at Yangtze basin. Founded in 600 BC with leisure. Hotel: Holiday Inn Shanghai its interconnected waterways and
DURATION: 4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS CHINA Vista. beautiful environment, the city is often referred to as "The Venice of the East." DEPARTS: DAILY DAY 2: SHANGHAI Su Zhou was one of the few cities in See the Yuyuan Garden, a classic Ming PRICE FROM £499 PER PERSON China to escape the ravages of the creation, and Shanghai Old Street. The Cultural Revolution with its famous Tour Includes: tour stops at the Bund, Shanghai's gardens surviving the uprising. After • Airport transfers waterfront. Next tour the Shanghai lunch travel to Zhou Zhuang which is • 3 nights accommodation Museum of Ancient Chinese Arts, • Other meals as specified well known for its beautiful architecture, • Sightseeing & excursions as detailed holding a collection of more than well-preserved for over 900 years. • Entrance fees and English 120,000 works. After lunch, drive along Nearly 100 traditional courtyards and speaking guide the former French Concession and visit 60 carved-brick archways are still in use. Please Note: Price from £499 is valid on selected Shanghai Arts and Crafts Store. Then Visit the old residence in the old town departure dates between 01 Jan - 28 Mar 2014 & see the Jade Buddha Temple with its and take a boat ride there. Transfer back 08 Apr - 19 Jun 2014. However this tour is priceless Burmese jade statues. The last available all year round (unless specified). Prices to Shanghai after sightseeing. may vary. Please ask for details. stop, Xin Tian Di is a stylish nightlife Hotel: Holiday Inn Shanghai Vista. district. Hotel: Holiday Inn Shanghai Vista. DAY 4: SHANGHAI Enjoy a day at leisure until your airport DAY 3: SHANGHAI transfer. You will experience two picturesque
5 STAR SOFITEL HYLAND 3 STAR HOLIDAY INN SHANGHAI The beautifully presented rooms in the Sofitel use warm DELUXE VISTA colours to create a calm haven. In the heart of Old The boutique-style Holiday Inn Shanghai Vista is a Shanghai on the famous Nanjing Road, the hotel has welcome addition to our brochure. Just 10 minutes from perhaps the best location in the city. It’s within easy walking the city centre, yet enjoying good transport links to the rest distance of shops, entertainment and local restaurants. of Shanghai, its convenient location makes it an ideal choice for those seeking to explore the city. GUEST ROOMS: • All the expected amenities are provided, including air- GUEST ROOMS: conditioning, satellite TV and direct dial telephone. • Rooms are cool and uncluttered, with neutral tones and single colour swatches. HOTEL FACILITIES: • Two restaurants serve a variety of Cantonese, French and HOTEL FACILITIES: Chinese cuisine. • Traditional dining can be enjoyed at Wen Xuan Chinese • Fitness centre with sauna. Restaurant, while the Inn Place serves Western and Asian à • Spa facilities. la carte and buffet fare. SOFITEL HYLAND HOLIDAY INN SHANGHAI VISTA STAYING IN A CLASSIC ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS ADULT LOW FROM ADULT HIGH FROM ADULT LOW FROM ADULT HIGH FROM 1 NIGHT £60 £73 1 NIGHT £65 £69
All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Jun ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, 01 Dec ’14 - 28 Feb ’15, High Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, High season: season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 May ’14, 01 Sep ’14 - 30 Nov ’14, 01 Mar ’15 - 31 Mar ’15. 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Mar ’15.
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XI’AN
One of China’s most historic cities and the start of the ancient Silk Road, Xi’an is home to one of the new found
CHINA wonders of the world, the stunning Terracotta Warriors. This army of battle- ready figures rank alongside the Great Wall and the Forbidden City as one of China’s most dramatic sights.
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Golden Flower Hotel By Shangri-La DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT… Muslim Quarter • Seeing the Terracotta Warriors. Discovered as recently as 1974, the Qin Terracotta Army Museum is home to over Chang Bell Tower Le Park 6,000 warrior figures and horses, each over 2,000 years West Road East Road Xiangwang old and beautifully preserved. A must see for any visitor to Xingqing Road Tomb the city. • Exploring the walled city. Xi’an is an excellent example of an Xingqing ancient Chinese walled city, the inner streets forming a neat Park grid pattern, with the Bell Tower at its heart. Huancheng South Road Xianning Road • Visiting the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Built in the 7th century, this delightful pagoda is now the symbol of Xi’an.
THINGS TO SEE AND DO Youyi Road Take time to explore the charming city of Xi’an. It’s mix of FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 12 Hours galleries, temples, museums and markets. GMT: +8 hours CLIMATE INFORMATION can be found in the Essential GETTING TO YOUR HOTEL: Information pages at the back of this brochure. Private transfers from Xi’an Airport take approximately 30 minutes and cost from £60 per person return (min 2 people). XI’AN TOURS
CLASSIC XI’AN DAY TOUR CITY TOUR TANG DYNASTY SHOW Pick-up from your hotel between Picking up at your hotel between 8- This wonderful performance of the 7am - 8:30am and drive to the Big 9am, your first stop is Shaanxi ancient music and dance is a must Wild Goose Pagoda, one of the most History Museum, housing the culture when you visit Xi’an. The show offers famous Buddhist pagodas in China. heritage of Shaanxi Province and a glimpse into this ancient culture, After lunch, you will see the famous showing the development of Chinese showcasing dances first performed Terracotta Warriors & Horses, Xi’an’s civilisation. Next you will drive to the by people as part of the rituals of greatest and most important City Wall - an extension of the old prayer, developing over thousands of attraction, uncovered in 1974 by Tang Dynasty structure. Transfer back years to become delicate and artistic peasants digging a well. Transfer to your hotel at approx 1pm. displays. A delicious local dinner is back to your hotel at approx 6pm. Duration: Half Day Departs: Daily included at the theatre restaurant. Duration: Full Day Departs: Daily Price per person: £36 Duration: Evening Departs: Daily Price per person: £112 Price per person: £79
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DAY 1: Xi'an DAY 3: Xi'an ESSENTIAL XI'AN TOUR Upon arrival in Xi'an you will be A full day at leisure to enjoy the city, DURATION: 4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS transferred to your hotel - Hotel This evening you will be picked up from
Mercure Xian on Renmin Square. CHINA DEPARTS: DAILY your hotel and taken for a wonderful evening of ancient music and dance. DAY 2: Xi'an PRICES FROM: £319 The Tang Dynasty show offers a glimpse You will be picked up from your hotel into the ancient culture, showcasing Price Includes: for your classic Xi'an day tour and dances first performed by people as • 3 nights' accommodation • Airport transfers driven to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, part of prayer, developing over • Meals as specified one of the most famous Buddhist thousands of years to become delicate • All sightseeing and excursions as detailed pagodas in China. After lunch, you will and artistic displays. Enjoy dinner in the Please Note: Price from £319 is valid on selected see the famous Terracotta Warriors & theatre restaurant before being departure dates between 01 Oct - 31 Dec 14. Horses, Xi'an's greatest and most transferred back to your hotel. However this tour is available all year round (unless important attraction, uncovered in specified). Prices may vary. Please ask for details DAY 4: Xi'an 1974 by peasants digging a well. After checking out of your hotel you will be transferred back to the airport for your onward journey.
4 STAR THE GOLDEN FLOWER HOTEL 4 STAR MERCURE XIAN ON RENMIN BY SHANGRI-LA SQUARE Elegant and comfortable, Mercure Xian on Renmin Square. The Golden Flower impresses from the word go. Located Located in the grounds of beautiful Renmin Square, in the close to the historic city centre of Xi’an, just a 30 minute heart of Xi’an’s commercial and government district, it is just drive from the Terracotta Warriors Museum, it provides an minutes from the city’s major shopping and cultural districts. ideal base for exploring this captivating city. GUEST ROOMS: GUEST ROOMS: • Rooms feature such amenities as satellite television, WiFi • Among the largest in the city, the well-appointed guest access, minibar, satellite television and telephone, radio, safe rooms include all expected five-star amenities such as safe, deposit box. satellite TV, IDD phone and Internet access. HOTEL FACILITIES: HOTEL FACILITIES: • The Dining Room, air-conditioned and with a separate non- • Two excellent restaurants. smoking area, is open for breakfast, offering a superb full • Massage service, sauna and steam rooms, Mahjong room international buffet featuring continental and American and indoor swimming pool. breakfast as well as Japanese and Chinese specialties. GOLDEN FLOWER HOTEL BY SHANGRI-LA MERCURE XI'AN ON RENMIN SQUARE STAYING IN A SUPERIOR ROOM ON A BED & BREAKFAST BASIS STAYING IN A STANDARD ROOM ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS ADULT LOW FROM ADULT HIGH FROM ADULT LOW FROM ADULT MID FROM ADULT HIGH FROM 1 NIGHT £54 £78 1 NIGHT £23 £31 £37
All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. All prices and supplements are ‘from’ per person, based on twin share, and are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, 01 Nov ’14 - Prices will be confirmed on enquiry. Low season: 01 Jan ’14 - 31 Mar ’14, 01 Oct ’14 - 31 Mar ’15, High season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Oct ’14. 31 Dec ’14, Mid season: 01 Apr ’14 - 31 Aug ’14, High season: 01 Sep ’14 - 30 Sep ’14.
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Thiswillincludetourismenhancementfees orsome respective countriesandcannotbecollectedpriortoyour UK taxes we have notincludedare mustbepaidinthe that those taxes have beenincludedinyour holidayprice.Theonlyoverseas Taxes: Airport Departure charges, usoryour with agentbefore you book. Please check carefully totalcosting,includingany the additional change upordown, prices,either andtointroduce supplements. brochureprices inthis are guideprices.We rightto reserve the will beaddedandshown separately timeofbooking.All atthe righttopassonanyreserve the additionalcharges toyou andthey costs are beyond ourcontrol changes, we andsubjecttofurther brochurepublication ofthis timeoftravel. andthe Sinceallthese charges these that andcostsmaychange between dateof the aircraft insurance associatedcosts,you andother shouldbeaware included inourpricesanextra charge tocover aviation,security, changes infuelcostsoccur. 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Holiday pricesare by influenced avariety offactors particularly Travel Options&Prices &Stay SECTION 1–HOLIDAY PRICES to travel. having beennotedincorrectly ifyou prior donotadviseusofthese problems orcomplaintsyou mayhave asaresult ofholidaydetails any detailsare ofthe inaccurate. We are notliabletoyou for any carefully andnotifyusoryour trave upgrades are subjecttoavailability onarrival butalsomustbe brochure, aswe donotsellallroom typesatallhotels.Room featured nextnot necessarilybetothe highestcategory inour accommodation. Ifyour room isupgraded, will this pleasenotethat when you travel andyour room willbeallocatedonarrival atthe upgrades shown brochure inthe willbedeterminedby availability ofroom stated,offers Where applicableandunlessotherwise Room UpgradesComplimentary from honeymoon/anniversary the offers. may askyou inorder toproduce tobenefit amarriagecertificate upgrades’ below). Where hotel available, the pleasenote that flowers, candle-litdinners, orroom upgrades (seealso ‘room anniversaries specialtreats andbirthdays, such asfruit,wine, honeymoonersMany hotelsoffer andguestscelebrating Honeymoons, Anniversaries &Birthdays according individualhotel. mayvary tothe banding, butthis period generally date appliestocompletedstays the within and canbewithdrawn validity atany notice.Theoffer timewithout are timeofbooking.Alloffers advised atthe subjecttoavailability brochure. andyou offers willbe Conditionsmayapplytothese hotels.Thesewillbestatedinour periods ofstayandatcertain willonlyapplyfor stated,specialoffers certain Unless otherwise Special Offers beforeshortly departure date. the provisional. Final your timeswillbeadvisedwith travel documents arrangements timeofbookingwillbe timesatthe andflight Flights maybebooked hotelandground inconjunctionwith Scheduled Flights SECTION 2–BEFOREYOU TRAVEL sporting equipment. sporting indoor pools,sauna,tabletennis,billiards andother anddarts telephone calls,air-conditioningandseaviews. accommodation. parasols around swimmingpoolsandonprivate beaches. - the priceswe- the show for scheduled are flights - Not allairlinetickets- Not soldby Gold Where applicable,allUKandoverseas a charge madeby usonallourholidays extra beds, somehotelsmayrequire anadditionallocalcharge to roomlimited andthe maybecramped. Where rooms doaccept larger standard than twinor doublerooms sospaceislikely to adults share room. the Rooms for upto4persons maynotbeany child, hotelsthere butinother maybeareduction available if4 beds. Insomehotels3rd bedsmaybeonlysuitablefor and4th a combination ofdouble,twin,campbeds,sofa bedsorrollaway Room layout mayconsistofupto4separate beds ora twin rooms. Somehotelshave rooms, which sleepupto4persons. balcony samegeneral andmaynotbeofthe standard asnormal double bedding.Singlerooms smaller, are often maynothave a two singlebeds.Adoublebedmaybetwo singlebedswith single beds.A‘single’ or‘twinfor soleuse’ isaroom oneor with A ‘double’ isaroom adoublebed.A‘twin’ with isaroom two with Hotel Rooms maximumnumberofbedsindicated. the type maycontainlessthan maximumnumberofpersons the than inyour own party, room the In alltypesofaccommodationdescribedbelow, Ifthere are less Room Types Information supplements. mark upthese roomsoccupancy ofthe contracted tousby hotel,we the donot a doubleroom. Thepriceswe charge reflect costsofunder the overall whenasingleperson costwillusuallybelessthan occupies rooms. Whilethere isnormallyasupplementfor rooms these the rooms are smallerandmayhave different facilities tostandard many peopleoccupy room. that single Hoteldesignmaymeanthat heating, lighting,cleaningetc.are sameregardless the ofhow by asingleperson. hotelofproviding Thecoststothe room the – as doublesandthey donotreduce rates the ifthey are occupied asked topayextra rooms (asinglesupplement).Hotelspricetheir If asingleperson occupiesadoubleroom they willusuallybe Single Supplements when booking. invoice.confirmation Ifyou are willingtoshare, pleaseindicatethis anormalsupplementwillbechargedOtherwise, onyour This issubjecttosomeonesuitablebeingwillingshare. ofnothavingtopayasinglesupplement. giving you benefit the shared accommodationinatwinroom singleperson, another with costs more. However, onselectedtours we cansometimesoffer andindependenttours featured,On mostescorted asingleroom Shared Accommodation have standard definitions. to differ, are asthese hotelsuseandthey namesthe donot the islikely criteriafor classification sameorsimilarnames,the their the however whilstroom that categoriesindifferent hotelsmayhave receive aroom describedbelow. similartothat Pleasenote room typesinourbrochure, inmostcasesyou canexpect to timeofbookingfor atthe exact details.Whenwestaff mention stated.Pleaseaskourreservations occupancy unlessotherwise Accommodation ispricedperperson basedontwinshare where arrangements stated;allother are onaroom onlybasis. inform you are priortodeparture. Mealsasspecified includedonly of any majorchanges delayand,where without possible,we will brochure. publicationofthis after We expect hoteliers toinform us hotelierspossible. Nevertheless, maychange facilities/services room accommodationwe feature asfairly andaccurately as hasbeenmadetodescribeeach hotelandstandard effort Every Accommodation SECTION 3-GROUNDARRANGEMENTS Information on your invoice confirmation ortickets. carefully noteany instructionsaboutAdvanced Passenger booking oratleast72hours before you travel. Pleasealso ask you toprovide information the tousoryour airlineattimeof butfor others we airport will willbeobtainedatthe destinations this www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk oryour airlineswebsite. For some for UKBorder detailsvisitthe Agencywebsite: legally required tocollectyour advance passengerinformation – overseas destinations,andonany journey UK.Airlinesare tothe programme priortoyour both departure from toan aUKAirport passenger information, which e-Borders Airlines willpassontothe number).Weas name,passport refer asyour tothis advance canberead that sectionofyourin the by passport machine (such Airlines are required tocollectbiographical information contained Advanced Passenger Information Advisor TravelOffice AdviceUniton08458502829oraskyour Travel [email protected], Foreign telephonethe www.fco.gov.uk,Embassy’s. Visit: alternatively e-mail requirements andalsoprovides contactdetailsfor relevant Commonwealth Travel AdviceUnitprovides information aboutvisa How outaboutvisarequirements: tofind TheForeign and www.direct.gov.uk/passports ortelephone:03002220000. Visit: should bedirected Passport tothe Office. General enquiries How Passport passport tocontactthe Office: • You surcharges, maybeliabletopayfines, financial other • Failure toholdcorrect documentationorsubmittingincorrect • Ensure advanced passengerinformation issubmittedinadvance • Allpassengers mustensure they have valid, acceptable • You maynotbeabletotravel andinsurance maybeinvalid if • Ifavisaisrequired, don’t leave lastminute–allow untilthe Ifyou orrenew needtoapplyfor apassport • Applyearly: an • Passport andvisaregulations canchange -check your with holders orBritishCitizensholdinga Citizenpassport • Non-British • BritishCitizen’s (5years holdinga10-year UKpassport for &VisaChecklist Passports requested timeofbooking. atthe imposed by airlineorincurred the by us. and any sumsofany other description,which are incurred or penalty, costofanimmediatereturn costs(includingthe flight) happens. we, airlinewillacceptliabilityifthis northe may result toacountry. inrefusal Neither ofcarriageorentry advanceddetails with passengerinformation orvisaapplications of travel for alldestinations. pointsen-route. destinationandany final stop-off the any requiredpassports, visa,any documentationfor other both documentation. we immediatelysothat canchangenotified booking If any changes name,we memberofyour their mustbe party andtravel namesonyourthe passport documentsdonotmatch. destination -check FCO). the with page. (Thenumberofblankpagesrequired by mayvary plenty oftime.Your shouldhave atleastoneblankvisa passport protect your identity. inorder andwillaskyou toattendaninterview to passport your hastoconfirm identitybeforeservice issuingyour first one atleastsixweeks before your holiday. TheUKpassport never inyour own hadapassport name,you shouldapplyfor and atleastfour weeks before. Ifyou are 16orover andhave expired you shoulddosowell passport, inadvance oftravel Travel relevant Advisororthe embassywell inadvance oftravel. appropriateshould contactthe consulateorembassyfor advice. UK Passport issuedabroad orholders ofBritishSubjectPassports (typically6months). country tothat remain dateofentry the valid for aminimumperiodafter countries have animmigration requirement to for apassport children), someoverseas UKshouldnotethat issuedinthe • Behaviour • Identification Inclusive. hotels doregularly review as All andupdatewhatthey offer activities tobealtered orsubstitutedwhenyou travel as though, seasons AllInclusive package. Pleaseallow for somefacilities or dictatedby propertiesfrom the current hotelmanagement,often the accommodation. Thisisbasedoninformation we have received what activitiesandfacilities are each usuallyincludedwith To helpyou choose your AllInclusive holidaywe have highlighted All Inclusive timeofbooking. case atthe high season.We will,wherever possible,inform you isthe ifthis and swimmingpools,mayonlybeavailable duringmid-week or penalty. Somepublicfacilities athotels,such asrestaurants, bars to transfer toanalternative holidaywithout hotelorcancelthe youas soonpossible.Ifnecessary, opportunity wethe willoffer considered toadversely your enjoyment, affect we willnotifyyou be aware ofany buildingworks mayreasonably that be necessarily receive advance noticeofwhenthey begin.Shouldwe development isnotdirectly underourcontrol, nordowe developing areas, resorts andcities.Unfortunately, such Building works andnoiseare sometimesunavoidable incertain Building Works requirement this as towhether isapplicabletoyour hotel. ChristmasandNew Yearthe period.Pleaseenquire whenbooking Many hotelsrequire purchase compulsory the ofgaladinners over Gala Dinners clubs' care. before you enrol your child orchildren clubandintothe intothe providing facilities the andstaff service with this completely satisfied overseasclubs maydiffer andsoyou mustensure you that are remember localstandards that andrequirements inrespect ofsuch of similarfacilities UKandGuestsare inthe strongly advisedto personnel athotelrunclubs.Kids’ club(s)maynotmeet standards guarantee for standard the of facilities ofthe andqualifications vary. We are unabletoacceptresponsibility for orgive any Standards andfacilities atkids’ clubsfeatured brochure inthis may Hotel-Run Children’s Clubs place duringyour stay. and there maybeoccasionswhere businessmeetingsare taking Many hotelswe feature dooperate corporate conference facilities countriesandofmixedother agegroups atyour accommodation. brochure. Itispossibletherefore, there that maybeguestsfrom We donothave exclusive useofallproperties featured inthis Guests Other maintenance isundertaken. essential and electricitysuppliesmaybeinterruptedwhilstthis facilities tobewithdrawn for general maintenancepurposes.Water year round. From for certain timetoitwillbenecessary accommodationfeaturedCertain brochure inthis isoperational all Accommodation Maintenance in somerooms. warm airaswell. There maybealocalcharge for air-conditioning summer.the onlycoolairisprovided, Itmaybethat notnecessarily of hottestmonths dayandtothe restricted timesofthe toparticular bedrooms andpublicareas. Insuch casesair-conditioningmaybe means itisoperated discretion atthe in management,both ofthe thereindicated that is centrally controlled air-conditioning.This atmosphere toyour own liking.Insomedescriptionswe have bedroomthe livingarea, orthe allowing you toadjustthe Some properties have individualair-conditioners locatedineither Air-Conditioning for detailsandprices. reservations staff guarantee anadditionalhalf-day’s occupancy, pleaseaskour decide toapplyadditionalcharges. Ifyou wishtopre-book and oreveningyou have hotelmay departure, the alateafternoon out before 12noon.Shouldyou wishtorequest alatecheck outas late check-in. dayofdeparture you Onthe willbeasked tocheck schedule ortransfers, your hotelwillneedtobeadvisedofyour onwards. Ifyou intendtoarrive lateduetoapre-arranged flight Your room willnormallybeavailable for check-in from 2pm Hotel Check-In restaurants.their owners mayrequire diners adhere toadress codewhilstdiningin tofellowchoice guests,property islimited. As amatterofcourtesy requirements, orspecific have particular the you that mayfind necessarily usedtocateringfor specialdietsandtherefore ifyou arrangements are onaroom onlybasis.Many properties are not areMeals asspecified included onlywhere stated;allother Meal Service altered according tolocalconditions. commenced, changes sequenceofvisitsbeing mayincludethe tourhas oncethe Changes totours mayalso benecessary togive asmuch aspossible. advance notification effort every changes your ortourdates,we touritinerary willalways make priornotice.Where itselfwithout itinerary any alteration significantly and,ifnecessary, evenchange any listedservices modifythe ofthe we inmindthat rightto reserve this the departure date.Itiswith trains hotelsfeatured and/orthe or itinerary onaparticular aircraft,possible toguarantee airlines,flights, ferries, particular itisnotalways demandfor services, companies. 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such that it is, in the opinion of the management, detrimental to the SECTION 4 – YOUR JOURNEY and from www.dh.gov.uk/travellers. Please note, the EHIC is in enjoyment of the other guests. addition to Travel Insurance, not instead of it. Luggage Allowance • Alcohol - Having drinks freely available throughout the day can Please ensure that luggage taken with you is in good condition. The Travellers with Reduced Mobility or Disability be a temptation to over-indulge. Please therefore consider your standard baggage allowance for most airlines is 20kg for Economy Overseas Accommodation and Overseas Transport fellow guests (and your own health) while bearing in mind that Class passengers and 30kg for Business Class/First Class Arrangements - The majority of overseas accommodation, overseas INFORMATION hotel management have every right to refuse service to guests passengers. One additional piece of hand luggage that will fit in transport (including transfers) and other holiday services provided they believe to be intoxicated or under age (in accordance with the overhead lockers or under the seat in front of you can be taken. overseas are not equipped to cater for the needs of many disabled local law). These limits may vary between airlines and/or destination “No holidaymakers. Furthermore the natural terrain and the layout of • Bottled mineral water - In some All Inclusive hotels bottled Frills” carriers charge for baggage as do the majority of US some resorts can sometimes make life difficult for wheelchair users. mineral water does not form part of the ‘unlimited soft drinks domestic flights. For further information regarding your allowances It is therefore important, if you have any disability, that the service’. you can contact the airline with which you are travelling, or for appropriate enquiries are made about the suitability of particular • Locally sourced drinks / snacks - Drinks included are generally information on hand luggage, visit www.caa.co.uk. In today’s ever accommodation, resorts, transport and services, and that you are only locally produced brands; cocktails, international and changing security environment please ensure that you familiarise fully satisfied you have made the correct choice before you book premium brands and fruit juices are not available unless stated. yourself with the airport’s policies on what you can take onto the and confirm your holiday. The type and variety of snacks served (between meal times) will aircraft as hand luggage. Please note: if special arrangements need to be made for you an vary between hotels and resorts, and may be of a more In Flight Safety extra charge may have to be levied, this may be the case either traditional / local variety. The safety and welfare of passengers is of paramount importance. before you go or when you arrive in resort. We cannot be held • What’s Not Included - Any additional facilities or services While we wish to create a genuine holiday mood, we will deny responsible if you fail to tell us about special needs/requirements available may incur a charge. Consequently, not all boarding or impose additional conditions of carriage on any that will affect your holiday experience and this means we will not compensate you. bars/restaurants are available free of charge. passenger who: At the Airport and Onboard Your Flight - If you have a disability, • Coming home - Most hotels remove access to All Inclusive • Is intoxicated and/or disruptive. facilities, including food and drink at the time of checkout, which is reduced mobility or special need that you require assistance with, generally 12 noon on the day of departure. • Found to be smoking on board the aircraft. either at the airport or onboard the aircraft please let us know as • Makes an inappropriate remark. Inappropriate remarks are soon as possible. We would like to know if you have a pre-existing Safety & Hygiene considered as any comment or statement made by a person, medical condition or recent injury, so that we can answer any Your health and safety is of paramount concern to us, especially if which indicates they may be carrying a bomb (or other such questions and ensure there are no concerns about your fitness to fly. children are involved. In addition to monitoring the hygiene and explosive device), a firearm or weapon regardless of that Travelling when Pregnant: Most airlines enforce strict regulations safety standards in all the hotel and apartments that we use, it is person’s intent or reason for making the comment or statement. appropriate that we bring to your attention the need for you to be for expectant mothers. Airlines generally allow expectant mothers to careful and to take necessary precautions whilst overseas and we Although we want you to start and end your holiday on a high note, travel anytime up to 24 to 36 weeks into their pregnancy with a please make sure that you keep any drinking to a minimum before covering note from their GP. We strongly advise you to consult your
need your help and cooperation with this. We would ask you to FAR EAST pay close attention to the following information, together with any the departure of your flight. We will deny boarding to any local GP and airline concerned if you plan to travel whilst pregnant. other information we, our agents or suppliers, provide to you before passenger who appears to be intoxicated or whose behaviour we To contact the Special Assistance Team please call 0800 916 you go, during your flight and when you arrive in your destination consider to be disruptive. Passengers that are refused travel will be 0658. (This is a dedicated number for special assistance enquiries and at your hotel. It is most important that you familiarise yourself responsible for arranging alternative transportation at their own and cannot transfer calls to other departments.) with this information and any other information you are given or on expense. SECTION 8 – TRAVEL TIPS We realise that some larger passengers, due to their size, often find display, because not only do we want you to have a great holiday Maps/Climate Charts but we want you to have a safe holiday. that aircraft seat width is insufficient for their needs. For your own safety and comfort and that of other passengers, you must advise us Maps are to be used as a guide only and are not to scale. Climate Swimming Pools and Water Features or your travel agent at the time of booking if you know or are unsure information is based on averages. Please make use of the pool shower facilities before swimming – as to whether the seat size on the aircraft will be sufficient for your Money this helps to prevent any potential infections and helps to keep the needs. If you do require additional space, then subject to We recommend the purchase of a Cash Passport for the bulk of pool clean. Every pool is different and most hotels / apartments do availability, you can purchase more than one seat located side by your holiday money, with a small amount of local currency for initial not employ lifeguards, so you are strongly recommended to side or if you prefer, a wider seat in an upgraded class (where sundry items. Major credit cards are also widely accepted in all the familiarise yourself with the pool layout, identifying the deep and applicable). We regret however, that due to additional costs destinations in this brochure. In some cases local currencies may shallow ends before using. Do not use the pool after dark or when incurred by us, you will have to pay the full cost of all seats required have to be purchased after arrival or there may be restrictions on the pool is closed, even if the pool has underwater lights. You by you, plus any upgrade supplement per seat. If you are the amount you are permitted to buy in advance. We suggest you should never swim when you have been drinking alcohol. Whilst purchasing extra seats due to your size, please contact us or your contact your Travel Agent for details. some of our hotels and apartments have water features, such as travel agent. slides or flumes, which may appear in our photography, generally Power and Water Supplies we do not recommend these are used. It is possible such features Flight Routing In most destinations you will find the supplies of water and power to may have been replaced or removed since the photography was A direct flight may touch down en-route for re-fuelling, or to pick up be extremely reliable; however, in some countries this is not the case taken. and/or drop off passengers. In these instances you are not normally and these places may frequently suffer from power cuts and required to disembark and the flight is still considered to be a direct restrictions on the water used. Overseas Safety Standards flight. A non-direct flight may require a change of aircraft en-route Regrettably the safety standards and regulations overseas may not while a non-stop flight will take you directly to your final destination Public Holidays be of the same level that we enjoy in the UK. For instance, the airport without stopping. In Muslim countries, dates of religious festivals are fixed by local design and height of balconies may differ. The setting and sightings of the moon. Ramadan, is a period of fasting and there enforcement of local regulations is a matter for the Authorities of the Non-Smoking Policies may be restrictions on drinking alcohol and eating in public. country and the foreign supplier of the services concerned. We are Airlines: All of the airlines featured in this brochure do not permit Ramadan is estimated to fall between 28 June and 28 August working with hoteliers to improve standards wherever possible. You smoking on their aircraft. 2014 and during this period some shops and restaurants may should familiarise yourself with fire procedures, including emergency Airports: Some airports also have non-smoking policies; however close. exits in your accommodation, the swimming pool(s) area and any some do provide designated smoking areas. Chinese New Year is a major celebration throughout Asia so flights unfamiliar cooking appliances. If in doubt, ask your representative or Hotels: Many of the hotels featured have non-smoking rooms. If you and hotels may be extremely busy during this time. Most ethnic an appropriate member of staff. require a non-smoking room, please make your request at the time Chinese businesses, including shops and restaurants (but not hotels), Children of booking. These requests cannot be guaranteed. may be closed. In 2014, Chinese New Year will be on 31 January. Children must be supervised by you at all times, especially near SECTION 5 – DRIVING If you would like to know more about international public holidays water, on balconies or in unfamiliar buildings and surroundings. and impact of events, please contact the appropriate tourist board Car Hire Info or speak to your travel agent. Stomach Upsets Driving standards in some countries may not be as high as you It is still a relatively common occurrence to suffer gastric illness when experience in the UK and rental policies can differ. If you do hire a FCO Advice travelling abroad and being exposed to a different environment. car during your holiday we recommend that you select reputable The Foreign & Commonwealth Office produces up-to-date travel There are many ways you can reduce the possibility of being companies, preferably those who provide assistance cover in case information to help British travellers make informed decisions about affected, such as, not eating undercooked food, avoiding ice in of breakdown or emergency. Gold Medal offers car hire services in travelling abroad. For further information please visit drinks, ensuring you drink plenty of bottled water and avoid over many countries, please ask for information. If you wish to arrange www.fco.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo or telephone 0845 850 2829. exposure to the sun. car hire after leaving the UK we advise you consult your overseas ABTA - The Travel Association Out and About representative prior to doing so. Gold Medal Travel Group plc is a member of ABTA with Due to rough terrain and uneven surfaces, we recommend that you Unused Services: We do not provide refunds for any unused pre- membership number V6805. ABTA and ABTA members help are extra careful and vigilant when visiting temples and other sites of booked services. Any changes you may need to make to your holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist them when interest and when crossing roads. Crimes against people and arrangements during your holiday may incur additional charges. things do not go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a property are a fact of life throughout the world and you have the SECTION 6 – MEDICAL AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For same responsibility for your own safety as you do at home. In some further information about ABTA, the Code of Conduct and the places the local police may not be very cooperative or interested Health Precautions arbitration scheme available to you if you have a complaint, contact when you report a theft or need insurance confirmation so always Health facilities, hygiene and disease risks vary worldwide. You ABTA, 30 Park Street London SE1 9EQ Tel: 0203 117 0500 or take care of your property. It is recommended not to approach cats should take health advice about your specific needs as early as look at the website: www.abta.com possible. Sources of information include the following websites: and dogs and other animals as these may carry the rabies disease Telephone calls which can be passed on through bites and scratches. Please www.fco.gov.uk, www.hpa.org.uk and www.nathnac.org or your General Practitioner or a specialist clinic. To ensure excellent customer service is consistently delivered, exercise caution before entering the sea, as the seabed is not even telephone calls to UK offices are recorded. Calls to 0871 costs and changes in depth. The sea is capable of springing surprises If you are visiting a European Union (EU) country you should obtain 10p per minute at all times and 0844 cost 5p per minute at all and we have not inspected the beach or seabed for its safety. a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) and take it with you times, from BT fixed lines (mobile and,other providers’ charges may when you travel. The EHIC can be obtained free of charge by vary). completing an application form available from main Post Offices
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Holiday ("Pre-booked Excursions"). All excursions are supplied by third party suppliers and are subject to the clause C8. We accept, subject to Email your complaint: clauses A9 (entitled "Our Liability to You" ) and C8 (entitled "Suppliers' Conditions"), responsibility for Pre-booked Excursions. However, Resort [email protected] Booked Excursions do not form part of your Package and are not governed by the Package Travel, Package Holiday and Package Tours We would point out that failure to follow the above procedures Regulations 1992. We do not have any responsibility or liability whatsoever for anything which may go wrong on a Resort Booked Excursion. We, during your holiday, and/or failure to complain within 28 days of our servants, employees or agents are acting, depending upon the actual Resort Booked Excursion, either as agents for the relevant Resort Booked your return, may reduce or extinguish any rights you have to claim Excursion supplier or as agent for you. In any event the contract for any Resort Booked Excursion is between you and the Resort Booked Excursion
compensation from us, or from any relevant supplier. Any such INFORMATION provider. It is your responsibility to note carefully any conditions of contract contained in any Resort Booked Excursion, literature, ticket or receipt you rights will be reduced or extinguished if, had you followed the are given. For Resort Booked Excursions you may be subject to the laws of the country in which you take your excursion and may be required to above procedures during your holiday, you or we could have bring any disputes or claims before the Courts of that country also. taken steps to reduce any loss or damage suffered or entirely C6. Changes you make before travel prevented it from being suffered. It is difficult and sometimes If you want to change the arrangements you have booked in any way, we will try to help you, although we cannot guarantee that we will always be impossible to properly investigate a complaint if we are not told able to do this as changes are subject to availability at the time and to the transport providers terms and conditions. Please note that typically about it reasonably quickly once the holiday is over. Your right to changes to scheduled flight tickets, ferry and Eurostar tickets are very restrictive. Where we can make a change, we will charge for any additional claim compensation may also be reduced or extinguished, services, facilities, or other items changed, at the price which applies on the day the change is made. In addition, we will also apply charges for should any delay in your complaint being notified during or after each person on the booking and for each item you want to change as shown in the table below. Any booking discount you may have received at your holiday, prevent us from carrying out a proper investigation. the time the original booking was made, may be altered or reduced whenever changes are made. If you have paid supplements for We aim to resolve all complaints ourselves, but if this is not accommodation and the number of people in your accommodation changes, you may have to pay extra and may lose any free or reduced infant possible your complaint can be considered under a scheme and child places or any free group places. And remember any change to your departure date, airport, transport, destination, accommodation, or devised by ABTA and administered by CEDR Solve. We will give length of holiday has to apply to all members of your booking. you details of this scheme if you ask. The scheme does not apply to claims over £25,000 in total or more than £5,000 a person, Note: name changes (including initial changes), destination and date changes can be treated by such suppliers as a cancellation and rebooking, or to claims mainly about illness or injury. To take advantage of regardless of the period of notice given to us. If the supplier treats the change as a cancellation and rebooking we will pass on to you the cost the scheme you must contact the CEDR Solve within 18 months of imposed by the supplier, which could be up to 100% of the transport element of your booking and you must also pay the charge listed in the table returning from your Holiday. below. C14. Travel Documents And Health Advice Notice given more Notice given 70 days – 8 days Notice 7 days or less It is your responsibility to have valid travel documents. If we or than 70 days before departure before departure your carrier are fined as a result of you holding incorrect Transport £50 a change Cancellation charges Cancellation charges documents, you will have to pay us the full amount. For up to date (e.g Air/Sea/Road/Rail) - see ‘Cancellation By You’ - see ‘Cancellation By You’ UK Government health & travel advice please visit www.fco.gov.uk, www.hpa.org.uk and www.nathnac.org and Date of Travel (See Note 1) Cancellation charges Cancellation charges Cancellation charges contact your GP. See our Holiday Information pages and - see ‘Cancellation By You’ - see ‘Cancellation By You’ - see ‘Cancellation By You’ website for further information. Destination Airport £50 a change Cancellation charges Cancellation charges C15. Information Accuracy - see ‘Cancellation By You’ - see ‘Cancellation By You’ We publish brochure and website information many months in Name Change (see Note 2 £50 per name change £50 per name change £50 per name change advance and, as far as we know, all information is correct at the FAR EAST Accommodation No charge (see Note 4) No charge (see Note 4) Cancellation charges time of publication. However, things may still change after publication and we check regularly to see if we need to update - see 'Cancellation By You' or correct any information or prices. If there are any significant Optional Extras (see Note 3) The greater of £50 Cancellation charges Cancellation charges information changes or we find any mistakes, we will put details or Loss of Deposit - see 'Cancellation By You' - see 'Cancellation By You' on our computer reservation system or website so you will receive the latest information when you make your booking. Note 1: In all cases a change to the outbound travel date, once confirmed, is regarded as a cancellation and rebooking, not an alteration to the Descriptions of accommodation, facilities and services we booking provide are based on information obtained from our suppliers. Note 2: You are not permitted to change all the names on any booking and at least one of the passengers (over 18) on the original booking must Sometimes the facilities described will be withdrawn for reasons remain, unless you are prevented from travelling for reasons beyond your control and not simply from a change of mind. If the services booked are such as maintenance, bad weather or lack of demand from dependent on a minimum number of people using the service, we will have to recalculate the total cost if the number of passengers travelling has guests. Where our suppliers advise us about significant changes altered. The cost may therefore increase but as this is not a cancellation charge, it may not be covered by your insurance. to descriptions or about the withdrawal of any significant facility, Note 3: When we refer to 'Optional Extras', we mean anything you choose to add to your booking that is additional to the inclusive transport and we will tell you as soon as possible. Some activities or facilities, accommodation arrangements you book. For example, car hire, weddings or park tickets. If you cancel any Optional Extras for which there is a cost, watersports for example, may not be available all year round. we will apply the charges above. If you cancel any Travel insurance you booked through us your premium will not be refunded, as cover under the There may be a charge for some facilities, for example, TVs, policy will already have begun. safety deposit boxes, sun-loungers, parasols, tennis courts, pool Note 4: No charge will be made for changes to accommodation made during the period stated, with the exception of accommodation booked to tables and air-conditioning. In some places during high season coincide with peak periods or special events or when we negotiate special offer rates with our accommodation providers. Such rates may not (and even at other times) there is a possibility you will be allow changes to accommodation once booked – any such changes will incur up to 100% charges. Where this applies, you will be advised at the disturbed by noise from less considerate groups, so please bear time of booking. this in mind when choosing your destination and accommodation. Any transfer times we quote for travel between airport and resort C7. Cancellation By You are approximate and, depending on circumstances, the journey The lead name on the booking must give notice to cancel in writing either to their travel agent or to the correspondence address as stated on the time to your own chosen property may be longer. invoice and the charges shown below apply from the date we receive the notice at our offices or the travel agent activates the cancellation. In order to cover our expected losses from the cancellation of the booking there is a set scale of charges which must be paid by you if you or anyone C16. Data Protection traveling with you cancels. Note: These cancellation charges apply to all bookings, except in circumstances where a booking includes items or By making a booking with us, you agree we may use and services where our suppliers own cancellation charges exceed those shown below. In these circumstances any additional cancellation charges will disclose the information you provide for the following purposes: be advised at the time of booking. Please ensure you are certain of the fees applicable to your booking by asking us before proceeding to book to enable us to process your booking (which will include passing your arrangements your information to third party suppliers, such as hoteliers and airlines, and may involve sending your information to countries that do not have an equal level of privacy legislation to that in the Time we receive your notice Cancellation charge (Package Holidays) Cancellation charge (Accommodation Only) UK); for market research and analysis purposes; for improving to cancel before departure customer service; for the detection and prevention of fraud or More than 70 days Loss of deposit No charge* other crime (which may include providing your information to 70-57 days 30% cost of holiday (or loss of deposit if greater) No charge* organisations such as Banks and credit card companies); for 56-29 days 50% cost of holiday (or loss of deposit if greater) No charge* compliance with legal requirements (which will include passing your information to public authorities such as customs and 28-15 days 70% cost of holiday (or loss of deposit if greater) No charge* immigration) and for marketing contact by means of post or 14-8 days 100% cost of holiday No charge* telephone to provide you with offers, products and services from 7-0 days 100% cost of holiday 100% cost of accommodation companies within the Thomas Cook group and carefully selected third parties. If you purchase travel insurance from us, we will *Accommodation Only: No charge will be made for accommodation cancelled during the period stated, with the exception of accommodation need to pass your personal data (including sensitive personal booked to coincide with peak periods or special events or when we negotiate special offer rates with our accommodation providers. Such rates data and personal/sensitive data relating to other members of may be non-refundable. Where this applies, you will be advised at the time of booking. your travelling party) to the insurance company. Telephone calls Car Rental: There is no charge to change/cancel car hire more than 24 hours before departure. Cancellations 24 hours or less before departure to/from ourselves may be recorded for training and quality will incur 100% cancellation charge. If you fail to cancel your reservation prior to the pick-up time and do not collect the vehicle on the pick-up date, purposes and for preventing/detecting crime. If you have or if you fail to comply with the pick-up terms (please see car suppliers website for full terms and conditions), we reserve the right to make a ‘no- booked with us via our web site, or if you have chosen for us to show’ charge of 100% of the total car rental booking value. Other Travel Arrangements: (apart from accommodation only and car hire) If you need contact you by e-mail, we will communicate with you using the e- to cancel you must contact us. Cancellation charges vary depending on the services booked and will be higher the later you cancel and will be mail address you have provided to supply you with your travel clearly stated at the time of booking. In all cases a minimum cancellation fee of £50 will apply regardless of the value of the service cancelled. documentation. We are entitled to assume that the e-mail If any member of the booking cancels and you cannot fill that person's place, you may have to pay additional supplements for your address you have provided is correct and that you understand accommodation. For example, you may have to pay single or under-occupancy supplements. If you do cancel, you must still pay any insurance and accept the risks associated with using this form of premiums, credit card charges and amendment charges, which arose before the cancellation, and any deposits paid for any pre-booked items or communication. Please note that you may still need to contact us services. by post or via our call centre as required by our booking Please note that where a sector of a flight itinerary is not utilised, we retain the right to cancel any other arrangements you have booked with us and conditions. If you wish to make a data subject access request for you will be unable to use your return flight ticket. No refund can be made for any unused arrangements. a copy of any personal data we hold on you, please write to: The Company Secretary, Thomas Cook Group UK Ltd, UK Legal In certain exceptional cases you may be eligible to apply for a partial refund of an airline ticket cost. Where applicable any such application for a Department, Unit 17 Coningsby Road, Peterborough, PE3 8SB. refund must be received no later than 6 months after the final travel date and can take approximately 10-12 weeks from the point the tickets are If you wish to opt out of receiving marketing communications from submitted for the airline to assess the validity of the application. *Please note any refund applications sent in later than 6 months after the final travel us, please advise one of our sales consultants or make the date will not be considered appropriate opt out choices on the website when you book. C8. Suppliers’ conditions C17. Your Responsibility Our third party suppliers have their own booking conditions and conditions of carriage, and you will be bound by these, so far as the relevant We want all our customers to have an enjoyable, carefree supplier is concerned. Our suppliers’ conditions will also apply to your contract with us, and in the event of any conflict between the suppliers’ Holiday. But you must remember that you are responsible for your conditions and our conditions, the suppliers’ conditions will prevail, save to the extent that any term in the suppliers’ conditions is deemed to be actions and the effect they may have on others. If we, or another invalid or unenforceable, in which event our conditions will prevail. Some of our Suppliers’ conditions may limit or exclude liability on the part of the person in authority, believe: relevant supplier, and, by virtue of their application to your contract with us, may also limit or exclude our liability to you, and they are often subject to international conventions. Where relevant, copies of such conditions may be available for inspection at the office of the relevant supplier. - your actions could upset, annoy or disturb other customers, our suppliers or our own staff, or put them in any risk or danger, or C9. International Conventions damage property; or If any international convention applies to or governs any of the services or facilities arranged or provided by us, or provided by any of our suppliers, - you are unfit to travel; we may end your Holiday and terminate and you make a claim against us of any nature arising out of death, injury, loss or damage suffered during or as a result of the provision of those your contract. You and your traveling party will be prevented from services or facilities, our liability to pay you compensation and/or the amount (if any) of compensation payable to you by us will be limited in using your booked accommodation, transport, and any other accordance with and/or in an identical manner to that provided for by the international convention concerned (in each case including in respect of Travel Arrangements forming part of your booking and we will the conditions of liability, the time for bringing any claim and the type and amount of any damages that can be awarded). International Conventions not be liable for any refund, compensation or any other costs you which may apply include: in respect of international air travel, the Warsaw Convention 1929 (including as amended by the Hague Protocol of have to pay. Alternatively at our discretion, you may be permitted 1955 and by any of the additional Montreal Protocol of 1975 or the Montreal Convention 1999); in respect of rail travel, the COTIF Convention to continue with your Holiday but may have additional terms of concerning International Carriage by Rail 1980 (as amended); in respect of carriage by sea, the Athens Convention 1974; in respect of carriage carriage imposed upon you. See 'In-Flight Safety in the All You by road, the Geneva Convention 1973; and, in respect of hotels, the Paris Convention 1962. You can get copies of the relevant conventions if you Need To Know/Holiday Information sections of the relevant ask us. For the avoidance of doubt, this means that we are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitations of compensation contained in any brochure and on our websites for further details. of these conventions or any other international conventions applicable to your travel arrangements. In addition to the above and the effect your actions may have on C10. Baggage others, you must particularly also bear in mind that you are The amount of compensation we will pay for any loss or damage to luggage is limited in accordance with the conventions listed in the above responsible for your safety, and that you are responsible for the section. For claims for missing or damaged baggage you must follow the rules on the back or your ticket or contained within the carrier’s conditions condition of the property you occupy. We are not responsible for of carriage. Please note time limits apply within which to notify us or the carrier and make a claim. We will not accept liability for high-value items any accidents which occur in or around swimming pools due to which you should insure for the appropriate amount. your inappropriate, or irresponsible behaviour, or for any C11. Flight and Other Travel Timings accidents which occur anywhere on properties because of glass, Flight timings are provided by airlines and are subject to Air Traffic Control restrictions. All means of transportation are subject to weather conditions china or the like which you have broken and/or have left in a and the need for constant maintenance and the ability of passengers to check in on time. There is no guarantee that transport will depart at the times way in which injury can result. We expect that you will enjoy your stated on any itinerary or tickets which you receive. All timings are estimates only, and we do not have any liability to you for any delay, which may holiday with us. We appreciate that you may well drink alcohol arise, or for any schedule alterations as part of your enjoyment. You must, however, do so responsibly and we will have no liability to you for any injury, loss or damage C12. Denied Boarding you suffer as a result of your judgment being impaired wholly or Where a flight ticket is downgraded or a flight cancelled, delayed, or boarding is denied by any carrier in circumstances which would entitle you to partly by alcohol. We will hold you and the members of your compensation under the Denied Boarding Regulations 2004, then you are obliged to claim the appropriate sums pursuant to those Regulations from traveling party jointly and individually liable for any damage to the carrier. Any sums received by you in this respect constitute the full amount of your entitlement to compensation for all matters flowing from the the accommodation, furniture, apparatus or other materials carrier’s actions and which fall within the scope of the Denied Boarding Regulations. If, for any reason, you do not claim against the carrier and located within the accommodation, together with any legal costs make a claim for compensation from us, you must, at the time of payment of any compensation to you , make a complete assignment to us of the we incur in pursuing a claim. It is your duty to report any rights you have against the carrier in relation to the claim that gives rise to that compensation payment. breakages, defects or damage to an appropriate person C13. Complaints immediately. If your behaviour or the behaviour of any members We aim to provide the best holiday possible. However, if you are not satisfied please complain as soon as possible to the relevant person (for of your traveling party causes any transport aircraft to be diverted example, the accommodation management or transport supplier). If they cannot help, you must tell your holiday Representative or our Local Agent we and/or the carrier will hold you and those members jointly and we will do everything reasonably possible to sort the problem out. If you are still not satisfied, ask your holiday Representative or our Local and individually liable for all costs incurred as a result of that Agent for a Customer Relations Report Form. If you do not have the services of a Representative or our Local Agent, or they are not available, you diversion. We cannot accept liability for the behaviour of others must contact our UK Duty Office (on the number shown on your travel documentation) straight away. When you get back home, send a letter (and in your accommodation or flight, or for any facilities/services where possible, enclose your completed Customer Relations Report Form), to our offices in the UK, within 28 days of returning home. If you have withdrawn as a result of their action. special needs that prevent you from writing to us then, where possible, we will accept details of your complaint over the telephone. For complaints Gold Medal Travel Group PLC, The Trident Centre, Port Way, arising from Scheduled airlines, we will act as a liaison between you and the airline, to try to assist in resolving the problem. If we cannot help and Ribble Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2QA, Registered in you wish to take matters further, you must contact the airline directly. The address to send your completed form and covering letter to is: England number 01376076 Gold Medal Customer Relations Department, The Trident Centre, Port Way, Ribble Docklands, Preston, PR2 2QA Gold Medal - Far East. Published November 2013. 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