Worldwide Luxury Holidays

Travel to the exotic and faraway destinations of Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia or Northern India and let the culture wash over you. Discover authentic market towns, peaceful backwaters and exquisite temples which delight as they punctuate rich and colourful lands. Thailand offers an unforgettable blend of tranquillity, teeming cities and welcomes visitors with a wealth of attractions, from heritage sites to a colourful nightlife. Its pristine beaches constantly beckon, none more so than those of Phuket, Yao Noi and Khao Lak. Mystical and enchanting, Indonesia captivates with a raft of natural wonders. In Bali, rice paddies trip down hillsides like giant steps, the sugar white beaches of Jimbaran Bay shimmer and breathtaking sunsets can be admired from Uluwatu on Bali’s southernmost tip. Malaysia is a fascinating fusion of Chinese, Indian and Malay cultures where beach aficionados will be in seventh heaven on the white sand shores of Langkawi, where rainforests and immaculate golf courses provide a verdant backdrop. From vibrant cities to quiet backwaters and desert landscapes to some of the highest mountain ranges on the planet, a luxury holiday to India promises a never-to-be-forgotten experience. In the north of the country temples and palaces abound, offering a precious insight into India’s fascinating cultural history.

Thailand Bangkok - Visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) and the Grand Palace. Thai Beaches - Take an excursion to the beautiful Phi Phi Islands (Koh Phi Phi), for world-renowned scenery, diving and snorkelling. Or explore magnificent underwater marine life at the World-Class diving sites of the Similian and Surin Islands off the coast of Khao Lak. Bali Set high in the hills and surrounded by lush rice paddies, Ubud is the cultural centre of Bali. Besides the popular dance and music shows there are bustling markets, temples and villages producing handicrafts. Many artists choose to base themselves here and visitors can also participate in courses to learn the Balinese crafts. Malaysia Langkawi - Take a boat tour of the Kilim Nature Park along a river and through caves or head to Pulau Payar Marine Park, an ideal location for diving, swimming and hiking. Northern India Old and New Delhi. The Red Fort and Jami Masjid Mosque, Delhi. The Taj Mahal, Agra - The world's greatest monument to love. Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, Agra. Amber Fort, Jaipur. City Palace and the Palace of the Wind, Jaipur. Lake Pichola and the City Palace, Udaipur. Ranakpur Temple, Udaipur. The Himalayan Foothills. Shopping in Jodhpur. Tiger spotting in the National Parks.

Thailand Late Feb/early Mar | Chinese New Year featuring fireworks, Chinese Dragon and Lion Dancing 13 - 15 Apr | Songkran - The water festival Bali Spring | Nyepi Day - The Hindu Day of Silence and the Hindu New Year. On the night before the celebrations, it is traditional to clean the home, cook meals and do all the necessary preparations before the silence and inactivity of the following day. On the day of Nyepi, all businesses, restaurants, and entertainments are closed and the whole island stays silent and indoors for a day of contemplation Malaysia Feb/Mar | The BMW Royal Langkawi International Regatta Nov - Jan | Mega Sale Carnival India 26th Jan | Republic Day - Commemorating the day India became a republic. A colourful affair with soldiers marching in unison, followed by folk dancers, school children and floats from different states. The beating retreat that marks the end of celebrations on the 29th of January is a moving ceremony with military bands playing at Vijay Chock 15th Aug | Independence Day - Commemorating the day India attained freedom is celebrated with flag hoisting ceremonies and cultural programmes in the state capitals. The Prime Minister's speech at the Red Fort in Delhi is the major highlight. The Delhi skyline gets dotted with thousands of kites taking to the sky this very day

Thailand Yellow curry - A traditional Southern dish made from fish, green squash, pineapple, green beans and green papaya. Silk & cotton - Exotic silks and cottons originate in Thailand where cloth weaving is a traditional folk craft. Gems & Jewellery - Thailand has a natural abundance of rubies, sapphires, zircon, onyx, jade and opal. Bali Balinese massage therapy - The Balinese massage brings together several alternative medicine practices such as massage therapy, acupressure, reflexology and aromatherapy with the use of essential oils scented with striking aromas of jasmine, rose, sandalwood, coconut, cempaka, sandat or frangipani into a single massage session. Malaysia Char Kway Teow (a dish of fried rice noodles with meat or fish) - A very popular and cheap quick meal, Satay and Gula Malacca (a firm sago pudding in palm sugar sauce) and Tiger beer. India Indian cuisine - Boasts of an immense variety not restricted to only curry. An authentic Indian curry is an intricate combination of a stir-fried Masala - a mixture of onion, garlic, ginger, and tomatoes; various spices and seasonings with which meat; poultry, vegetables or fish is prepared to produce a stew-type dish. Note: the word Masala also means spice. There are many famous dishes in North India, including Tandoori Chicken, Seekh Kebab and curries. Everyday meals consist of chapati, rice, lentils and Vegetables. Ayurveda - An intricate system of healing that originated in India thousands of years ago. This system of medicine stressed the prevention of body ailments in addition to curing them. Followed by the Dravidians and Aryans alike, Ayurveda has been practised ever since. Ayurveda is a system that helps maintain health in a person by using the inherent principles of nature to bring the individual back into equilibrium with their true self.

CLIMATE Thailand Generally very hot and humid, the best time to visit Thailand is from November to April. The exception is Koh Samui, which is best visited from June to September. Indonesia Has a year-round tropical climate with the driest months being mid May to August. Malaysia Hot and humid all year with short downpours of rain. The monsoon season in Langkawi is from July to September and in Borneo from November to February. Northern India The best time to visit India is from October to March. The monsoon season occurs from May to September. HEALTH Thailand Precautions must be taken to avoid the risk of contracting Typhoid, Cholera and Hepatitis A. There is also a risk of Malaria in certain regions. Indonesia Precautions must be taken to avoid the risk of contracting Cholera, Poliomyelitis and Typhoid. Malaysia The risk of Typhoid and Malaria is limited to specific regions of Malaysia. India Precautions must be taken to avoid the risk of contracting Cholera, Typhoid, Poliomyelitis, Hepatitis A and Malaria. CAPITAL Thailand - Bangkok Bali - Denpasar Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur India - New Delhi TIME DIFFERENCE Thailand - GMT +7 hours Bali - GMT +8 hours Malaysia - GMT +8 hours India - GMT +5.30 hours CURRENCY Thailand - Thai Baht Bali - Indonesian Rupiah Malaysia - Ringgit Malaysia India - Indian Rupee VISA REQUIREMENTS Thailand British passport holders do not require a visa Indonesia British Passport Holders must obtain a visa Malaysia British passport holders do not require a visa India British Passport Holders must obtain a visa FLYING TIME Bangkok - 11 hours 30 mins Bali - 15 hours Kuala Lumpur - 12 hours 30 mins Delhi - 8 hours 50 mins

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