Feeling a bit adventurous? Book your next holiday to Asia. Always a favourite among globetrotters, Thailand is a land of rice fields, bustling metropolitan cities, and paradise-like hideaways. Malaysia has some of the best shopping on the planet, while it also boasts coastal islands that have the best hotels and resorts. If you’re new to Asia, consider Hong Kong or Singapore where east meets west and there is a familiarity about the setting. If Asia can be compared to a meal, these would be your appetizers to be enjoyed before plunging into the cultures of surrounding countries.
The rest of your friends opted for a typical sun destination for their honeymoons. Do you want to follow the crowd? When you want to go somewhere different, new and exciting consider Asia. Honeymooners and travellers of all descriptions are discovering that countries like Vietnam, Cambodia and China offer great travel experiences and excellent value. Big budget or small, these destinations don’t scrimp on hospitality. Whether you stay at a hostel or a five-star hotel, gracious hospitality is a way of life and you will be welcomed warmly.
Think about taking an escorted tour of China. There has been plenty of media coverage about the eclectic offerings for tourists in China. Visitors can learn to make hand-made noodles, operate a rickshaw, or take lessons on how to perform a local dance. Of course, China also has iconic tourist attractions, from the Great Wall of China to the life-size terracotta warriors of Xi’an.
Still looking for something romantic for a honeymoon or couple getaway? India is a mystical and mythical country that is home to remarkable landscapes and stunning sights like the Taj Mahal.
Why you should go:
Singapore and Hong Kong host popular annual shopping festivals. Imagine a country-wide sale with plenty of bargains. Yes, do bring an extra suitcase.
Go just for the food. Asian cuisine is delicious, from savoury Thai curries to dim sum to luscious tropical fruits.
The high level of service, from spas to shops, is something you want to experience everywhere in the world.
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- 15 day Classis Vietnam Tour
- 3 or 4 Star Acommodation throughout
- 14 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 3 Dinners
- All Ground Transport including boat, train, plane and private vehicle
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- 10 Day Classic China Tour
- Accommodation throughout
- 8 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners
- All ground Transport including train, plane, private bus and metro
Dubai & Phuket
Wednesday 26th September 2012
Travel Counsellor: Niamh Quinlan
We started our journey at Dublin airport and flew to Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways. When we came out of the airport we walked straight into welcome heat and onto the free Ethiad bus to Dubai. This drops you at the Dubai Marina Mall and journey takes about an hour. Our home for the next 48 hours was the 4*Marina View Apartments which as it turned out was only 3 minutes walk from the Mall.
And so began our whirlwind self guided tour of Dubai. The metro was only a 5 minute walk away and circulates most of Dubai. There are only 2 lines so very easy and cheap to use. As it is above ground you get to see all the sights. We kicked off with the Khalifa Tower downtown now the tallest building in the world. Zoomed to the top in under a minute and had fantastic views of the whole area. We then visited the Dubai Shopping Mall with its own aquarium, The Dancing Fountains, the Gold and Spick Souk, Dubai Creek, Palm Island & the Atlantis Hotel. At night we went to Souk Madinat in the... view full story
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