5 REASONS TO FALL IN LOVE WITH KANAZAWA, JAPAN - The capital of Ishikawa Prefecture on the west coast of Japan, Kanazawa is a former castle town revered for its well-preserved historical districts, traditional landscaped gardens, and regional handicrafts. Kanazawa means “marsh of gold”. It's said to have earned its name when a farmer discovered gold dust flakes while digging for potatoes. Here, local artisans produce over 99% of Japan's gold leaf which adorn lacquerware, furniture, and temples across the nation, including Kyoto's…
SAVE 20% OFF LUXURY RIVER CRUISES IN EUROPE AND ASIA WITH AMAWATERWAYS - Luxury river cruise line AmaWaterways has announced savings of 20% off selected 2023 and 2024 European and Mekong river cruises, when booked by 30 September 2023. From meandering through the Rhine Valley to exploring the rural villages and temples along the banks of the Mekong, there are plenty of options to choose from with more than 70 cruises included in the offer for 2023 and 340 departing in 2024. The offer covers all categories of stateroom and suite, with savings…
BHUTAN'S ANNUAL ROYAL HIGHLAND FESTIVAL TO BE HELD FROM 23-24 OCTOBER, 2023 IN LAYA - The two-day festival celebrates the culture and traditions of the nomadic highlander people of Bhutan, and features animal displays, song and dance, medicinal herbs and more… Bhutan's Department of Tourism (DoT) has confirmed that the annual Royal Highland Festival will be held from October 23-24, 2023 at Laya in the Gasa district. The festival, which is held at 4,000m above sea level, aims to celebrate, promote and preserve the life and culture o…
FIVE COUNTRIES AND THREE NEW ITINERARIES ADDED TO NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPEDITIONS PORTFOLIO OF GLOBAL DESTINATIONS IN 2024 - Bhutan, Colombia, and The Baltics will offer inspirational travel experiences through Expert-led itineraries Travelers will soon have more exciting destinations and countries to explore with National Geographic Expeditions. Beginning in 2024, three new itineraries spanning five countries will be added to the leading global travel portfolio, all featuring the incredible access, deep knowledge, and extraordinary storyt…
TEN REASONS TO VISIT SRI LANKA RIGHT NOW Amazing Value Winter Sun: Travellers can benefit from some amazing deals right now and in the current economic climate Sri Lanka offers one of the best values when it comes to Winter Sun with hotels competitively priced and as of November the exchange arete was 1 GBP to 413 LKR, in comparison to April 2022 when it was 145 LKR. Save on UK heating bills and spend the Winter in Sri Lanka? Peace: If the pandemic taught us anything it was to tread just a little bit softer, enjoy our own company, and cherish …
MGALLERY DEBUTS IN THE PHILIPPINES BY ADMIRAL HOTEL MANILA - The reimagined Admiral Hotel Manila – MGallery pays tribute to an early 1940s iconic landmark and relives the grandeur of the city's Golden Age Accor, the largest international hotel operator in Southeast Asia, introduces Admiral Hotel Manila - MGallery as its first MGallery property in the Philippines. Set along Roxas Boulevard with sweeping views across Manila Bay, the hotel is a portal to the city's golden era with a distinctive blend of modern Filipino-Spanish and Art D…
AMANKORA - THE KINGDOM AWAKENS - A BRAND NEW DAWN IN BHUTAN - It is with great joy and heartfelt emotion that Aman shares Bhutan’s exciting news. The sole remaining Himalayan Buddhist Kingdom will reopen its borders to international travel on 23 September 2022 , enabling Amankora to once again offer unparalleled journeys of discovery through this mystical land in its five lodges . For over two years Bhutan has retreated into the mists of its Himalayan eyrie to ensure the wellbeing of its people. Now ready to emerge, like a gilded peak…
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