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New Virgin Human Nature Collection

June 17th, 2010

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Virgin Holidays has launched the Human Nature Collection, a new holiday collection with sustainable elements.

This global collection ranges from volunteering in South Africa, Thailand or Kenya to biking through Bangkok.  It will be available online, through responsibletravel.com and retail trade partners including Co-Operative Travel Centres.

Says Andrew Shelton, marketing director, Virgin Holidays:

“The Human Nature Collection is about showing that it is perfectly possible to have an unforgettable holiday while at the same time leaving a positive imprint on the place you’ve been to, and the people you met.”

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5 Budget Holidays You’ll Love

May 4th, 2010

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Fancy a green budget holiday?  traveling greener loves UK ethical travel company responsibletravel.com and its diverse holidays worldwide.

Here are 5 Budget Holidays You’ll Love:

1. Thailand budget holiday. “Express tour of northern Thailand.”

2. South America overland tour. “A cross-continental South America adventure.”

3. Budget vacation in Egypt. “Discover over fifty centuries of Egyptian history.”

4. Budget camel safari in Morocco. “Experience a true nomadic lifestyle in Morocco.”

5. Learn to surf  holiday in Spain.  “A week of surf and adventure in beautiful Northern Spain.”

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Blissing Out In Thailand

March 24th, 2010

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Feel like revitalizing your mind, body and spirit?  If you’re traveling to Asia, then take a look at luxury health resort Chiva-Som in Thailand.

Nestled in tropical gardens in Hua Hin, the beachfront resort offers fitness, spa and holistic health facilities for travelers who want to “relax, restore, rejuvenate and redirect.”   The award-winning resort personalizes programs and treatments for guests, blending Eastern philosophies with Western diagnostic skills.

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Top 10 Wedding Destinations

February 26th, 2010

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Are you a green romantic getting married?  Take heart, if you’re planning a destination wedding, elopement or overseas honeymoon, you can always wedding travel greener.

Let’s say every eco-resort is fully booked, do your best to reduce your carbon footprint wherever you can.  Think about packing lighter, greening your transportation, conserving water,  reducing/reusing/recycling and more.

When you’re planning the big day(s), support local culture and communities through ways including hiring locally-owned businesses, buying local products and services and choosing authentic experiences.

What are the top 10 most popular overseas wedding destinations?  Foreign exchange specialist Caxton FX and UK bridal consultant Lisa Burton suggest these:

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Yoga Holidays In Asia

February 9th, 2010

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Yoga can help maintain and enhance your wellness in 2010.   There are yoga holidays offered around the world like at  ABSOLUTE SANCTUARY on Koh Samui, Thailand.

The Moroccan-inspired boutique wellness resort, which plans a new wing in 2010, specializes in detox, spa and yoga holiday programs. It is part of the ABSOLUTE GROUP that owns and operates ABSOLUTE YOGA, one of Asia’s yoga centers.  Established in 2002, ABSOLUTE YOGA is one of the  largest yoga studios in Thailand with 8 yoga centers and 2 studios in Singapore.

Opened in April 2009,  the resort has become a popular destination for detox and yoga holidays in Thailand and a yoga teacher training & retreat center. It has been recognized as the Best Themed Resort award by SKAL International (Koh Samui) and nominated for Best Spa Cuisine of the year by Asia Spa awards.

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Best Southeast Asia Tour In 2010?

February 3rd, 2010

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Are you looking for a Southeast Asia tour?  Then think about the Mekong Experience with Journeys Within.

The boutique Southeast Asia tour company recently announced the 2010 itinerary along the Mekong River, from China to the Vietnam coast over 28 days.  The tour transportation will range from a 34-foot cruise boat to a local long tail boat.

Says the company:

“(This tour) gives travelers the chance to explore the countries of the Mekong River for a truly immersive cultural experience. The Mekong River is the lifeblood of Southeast Asia, and on this trip guests will be escorted down this amazing river from Yunnan Province, China to the Mekong Delta in Vietnam, visiting the six countries that lie along its banks.”

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Images Of Northern Thailand

January 25th, 2010

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Will you be traveling in Thailand this winter or spring?  If so, you might want to see ‘Patterns, Passages & Prayers: Traditional Cultures of the Golden Triangle”, a new photographic exhibition by Victoria Vorreiter.

At Tamarind Village, in Chiang Mai, the exhibition is made up of 50+ images and tribal artifacts and runs until April 30, 2010.  The hotel says the exhibition is part of Tamarind Village’s ongoing efforts to “foster knowledge and awareness of northern Thai culture and bring its appeal to a wider audience”.

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10 Winter Holiday Homes You’ll Love

December 15th, 2009
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Dreaming of a winter sun holiday?   One excellent source of winter sun holiday homes is HomeAway Holiday-Rentals which lists thousands of homes worldwide available to rent in hotter destinations.

traveling greener loves the idea of living like a local in self-catering holiday homes whether you’re in Morocco or the Canary Islands or Bali or Jamaica.

Recently, HomeAway Holiday-Rentals created a list of ten of their best winter sun homes.  Among the holiday homes are a beachside villa in Phuket, a villa among the jungle tree-tops of Bali and a modern townhouse villa in Marrakech.

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Journeys Within Southeast Asia

December 11th, 2009

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Are you planning a trip to Southeast Asia?   Then you might fancy one of the new 2010 customizable tours from Journeys Within, a boutique Southeast Asia tour company.

Called “pioneers in philanthropic travel” by Conde Nast, Journeys Within is recognized for its efforts to positively impact local communities in Cambodia, Thailand, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam.  Here are the company’s new 2010 customizable tours:

Culinary Immersion:  “From the spice of Thai food to the exotic textures of Laos cuisine and the sour mixes found in Cambodia, this tour takes travelers through these amazing countries while tantalizing their taste buds along the way. Highlights include cooking classes in each city focused on local cuisine, eating with a local family, visiting the Grand Palace in Bangkok, riding elephants in Chiang Mai, and much more.”

Give As You Go Tour: “This tour offers travelers a chance to see the highlights in each country, but also positively impacts the communities they are visiting. This tour visits important community projects in Cambodia that were developed by Journeys Within.”

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Lonely Planet Christmas Sale

December 10th, 2009

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Lonely Planet Guidebooks is having a Christmas sale!  The company is offering 3 for 2 on all print titles, a free Lonely Planet magazine for their UK customers (RRP £3.50) and 10% off all pictorials. Digital chapters are also discounted with 45% off on purchases of 5 or more chapters.

The ‘3 for 2′ discount covers all hot new titles, including the top-selling ‘Australia’ guide, Lonely Planet’s ‘Best in Travel 2010′ at £9.99 (with FREE ‘Best in Travel 2009′, worth £15.99),  ‘1,000 Ultimate Experiences’, updated ‘Guide to Travel Photography’ and recent editions of popular India and Thailand guides.

For more info, check out Lonely Planet online.

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