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From £6.50
Location: Siem Reap, Cambodia
Rating: 5 star based on 5 reviews

Save time and money – book your Siem Reap airport arrival transfer service before you go! You will be met on the ground in Siem Reap and then travel in an air-conditioned vehicle from Siem Reap Airport to your Siem Reap hotel – saving you the hassle of picking up a rental car, negotiating unfamiliar traffic and maps. Take the easy way – book this efficient service online now!

Inclusions:

* Private one-way transfer from airport to hotel
* Conducted in English

Travel from Siem Reap Airport to your Siem Reap hotel in a private vehicle. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details and your accommodation details. Your transfer will be confirmed within 24 hours and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver.

Vehicles used:

* Air-conditioned Sedan Car (1 to 4 people)

At time of booking, you must include the following flight and hotel details:

* Arrival Flight Number
* Arrival Time
* Hotel Name (where you would like to be dropped off)
* Hotel Address

Don’t forget to book your Hotel to Airport (return) transfer!

Schedule

Departure Point: After you have collected your luggage, and exited customs, you will be met in the Arrivals Hall by your driver who will be holding a sign with your name on it.

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If you don’t want to be harassed by local taxi drivers waiting enmass for arrivals then having a private arrival transfer is the way to go. The driver was waiting with a sign with our names and was very professional and friendly.

Reviewed by: Mark W, Australia

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Cambodia

Angkor Wat Ancient Temples Full Day Tour from Siem…

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From £42.00
Location: Siem Reap, Cambodia
Rating: 5 star based on 3 reviews

Visit Cambodia’s magnificent Angkor temple complex on this private full-day Angkor Wat tour from Siem Reap. In the morning, visit the Roluos Temple Group, then return to Siem Reap for lunch. In the afternoon, spend two and a half hours touring majestic Angkor Wat before climbing up to Phnom Bakheng to enjoy a magnificent sunset over Angkor and its surroundings.

Inclusions:

* Private professional guided full-day tour of Angkor’s majestic temples
* Hotel pickup and drop off by air-conditioned private vehicle
* Entrance fees
* Lunch in Siem Reap
* Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
* Conducted in English

Located near the small town of Siem Reap, the Angkor temple complex is comprised of countless ceremonial structures built between the 9th and 13th centuries by the once mighty Khmer Empire. In the morning, you will pickup from your hotel and headed in the direction of the Roluos Temple Group, which includes the oldest temples of the Angkor Complex. Return to Siem Reap for lunch and in the afternoon, then take a two and a half hour tour around the majestic Angkor Wat.

Your tour concludes with a climb up to Phnom Bakheng where you will be able to enjoy a magnificent sunset view over Angkor Wat and the surrounding countryside.

Schedule

Departure Point: Tour departs from your selected point of departure in Siem Reap

Departure Time: 8:00am

Return Details: Tour returns to your original departure point

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Enjoyed the temple tour very much, well organized and most convenient in its organization. The guide was very knowledgeable and spoke English well. Driver did well and was very attentive, too.

Reviewed by: Claudia G, Singapore

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Airport/Resort Transfers

Salvador Airport Roundtrip Transfer

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From £26.00
Location: Salvador, Brazil
Rating: 4.5 star based on 4 reviews

Don’t waste precious vacation time trying to arrange taxis or public transport. Book your airport transfers before you leave to ensure that everything is sorted for you upon arrival! An English-speaking representative will greet you when you clear airport customs.

Inclusions:

* Friendly Meet & Greet service
* Driver/guide
* Roundtrip shared transfer
* Conducted in English

You’ll be met at the Dois De Julho Airport and be taken directly to your hotel. An English-speaking representative will greet you when you clear airport customs – just look for your name and hotel details on a personalized sign! For your return journey, you’ll be met at your hotel and taken directly to the airport for your flight home.

Schedule

Departure Point: Upon arrival at the Airport meet your representative outside the customs area. On return you will be collected from your Salvador hotel.

Departure Time: To coincide with your flight arrival/departure times.

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

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Very happy with the overall service. The booking process was really easy and the drivers really friendly. Value for money is fantastic would have paid a lot more from the airport to Barra. My only gripe was the collection time on our return journey. I always give myself the 2-3hrs before check in and 45mins -1 hour travel time. Are flight departed at 12pm the collection time was at 10am we did have to run to check in on time! In retrospect I should have called and pushed for an earlier time. There were no other problems and would definitely use again.

Reviewed by: Merlene M

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Brazil

Cachoeira Full Day Tour from Salvador

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From £78.00
Location: Salvador, Brazil

For a great day tour from Salvador, experience the fascinating city of Cachoeira. Soak in the city’s unique history and colourful, mostly preserved colonial architecture. This tour also includes a visit to the town’s churches – Igreja Matriz and the Ordem Terceira do Carmo.

Inclusions:

* Hotel pickup and drop off
* Transport by air-conditioned coach
* Professional guide
* Conducted in English

During the Brazilian Empire, Cachoeira was Bahia’s wealthiest and most populous town. While having been developed over time, its original character still remains in the houses, churches and historical buildings.

Protected by the National Institute for Historical and Artistic Heritage since 1971, Cachoeira remains one of the unique cities to display important Baroque architectural heritage in Bahia.

After crossing the colonial bridge (Ponte Dom Pedro II) over the River Paraguaçu, you’ll visit São Félix. Included is a visit to a traditional cigar factory, founded in 1873.

Schedule

Departure Point: From your central Salvador hotel

Departure Time: 9:00am – Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pick up time.

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Brazil

Morro de Sao Paulo Day Tour from Salvador

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From £78.00
Location: Salvador, Brazil

Enjoy a day tour from Salvador to Morro de Sao Paulo, one of the most famous landscapes of Bahia. Known for its charming beauty and infrastructure, this village attracts people from all over the world. A great way to escape urban Salvador and enjoy the natural beauty Brazil has to offer!

Inclusions:

* Hotel pickup and drop off
* Transport by air-conditioned coach
* Professional guide
* Conducted in English

Morro de Sao Paulo, located on the island of Tinhare in the Bay of Camamu, is an enchanting location with fine beaches, crystal-clear waters and naturally forming tide pools.

Enjoy a relaxing ferryboat ride from Sao Joaquim, a short bus trip to Valença and a quick speedboat journey before arriving at this natural paradise that attracts thousands of people from all over the world.

You’ll get the opportunity to visit the splendid beaches that are ideal for swimming and relaxing. Explore trails and go diving while you visit this unique location. You also have full access to all facilities.

Schedule

Departure Point: From your central Salvador hotel

Departure Time: 7:00am – Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pick up time.

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Brazil

Historical Salvador City Tour

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From £22.75
Location: Salvador, Brazil
Rating: 5 star based on 2 reviews

Walking on the streets in the Historical District of Salvador feels like being taken back to ancient times in Brazilian history. Visit the first fort that was built at the entrance point of the bay of All Saints to protect the city from an attack. A stop at the city centre is a must for anyone staying in Salvador da Bahia!

Inclusions:

* Hotel pickup and drop off
* Transport by air-conditioned coach
* Professional guide
* Conducted in English

The streets of Central Salvador take tourists back to the beginnings of Brazil. Your tour begins at the Barra Lighthouse, passes the Teatro Castro Alves, home to the Bahian Symphony Orchestra and on to the Balé (ballet) de Castro Alves. The Forte de São Pedro and Praça Castro Alves are on route to the Historical Center of Pelourinho, which offers something to see along every street. Don’t miss out on the historical churches, cafes, restaurants, shops and pastel-hued buildings.

With more than a thousand houses, churches and monuments built since the 16th century, Salvador makes up the greatest collection of Baroque architectural heritage in Latin America.

Schedule

Departure Point: From your central Salvador hotel

Departure Time: 8:00am – Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pick up time.

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Wonderful trip – very personable tour guide named Cris. She was very attentive and did well considering that she had to deliver the tour information in three different languages.

Reviewed by: Sonja W

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Brazil

Panoramic Salvador Half Day City Tour

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From £22.75
Location: Salvador, Brazil

You’ll be captivated by Salvador’s extraordinary architectural heritage and history on this half day guided city tour. Salvador da Bahia, known as the “Happy City”, is considered the cultural capital of Brazil. From religion to sports, this family friendly sightseeing tour has something for everyone!

Inclusions:

* Hotel pickup and drop off
* Transport by air-conditioned coach
* Professional guide
* Conducted in English

Your tour begins at the Dique do Tororó where you’ll have the opportunity to examine the Orixás sculptures created by the Bahian artist Tati Moreno. Included at this site is the popular Fonte Nova football stadium. Then it’s on to the Lower City, with a stop at the famous Nosso Senhor do Bonfim, an 18th century Catholic church.

The Forte de Mont Serrat, one of the best examples of military primitive architecture in Brazil, provides a breathtaking panoramic view of the city. A stop at the Mercado Modelo craft market will have you browsing and shopping for souvenirs. The tour concludes with a visit to the Lacerda Elevator, built to connect the lower Financial Center of Salvador with the port and market.

Schedule

Departure Point: From your central Salvador hotel

Departure Time: 2:00pm – Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pick up time.

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Brazil

Schooner Tour to Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica from…

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From £35.75
Location: Salvador, Brazil

Enjoy a full and varied day tour by exploring Baía de Todos os Santos. You’ll have the opportunity to swim, relax and catch some rays while bathing in the warm waters around the Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica. A family friendly adventure from Salvador in the exotic wilderness of Brazil!

Inclusions:

* Hotel pickup and drop off
* Local Guide
* Buffet Lunch
* Transport by air-conditioned coach
* Conducted in English

This schooner tour to the islands of Baía de Todos os Santos (“All Saints’ Bay”) includes music, bar service and an experienced guide. At your first stop, you’ll enjoy a refreshing swim in the warm and crystal clear waters around the Ilha dos Frades. This small, primitive island offers lush tropical vegetation and beautiful beaches.

Then you’ll visit Itaparica, the most famous island in the bay. Its beaches and calm tide pools allow for a perfect diving adventure. You can also hike the trails or ride horses, as well as many other leisurely activities. This excursion, providing an outstanding overview of the Upper and Lower Cities and the islands in the bay, is an ideal day trip for the entire family!

Schedule

Departure Point: From your central Salvador hotels

Departure Time: 8:00am – Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pick up time.

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Sri Lanka

Colombo International Airport to undergo major expansion

Sri Lanka is a country on the move, and while the western world is experiencing frightful economic times, Sri Lanka is seeing steady economic development and ascendance from a third-world nation into a middle-income economy (2nd world) within the last year.

After completely annihilating the ruthless Tamil Tigers who waged a blood thirsty separatist war for 30 year in May 2009, Sri Lanka has rapidly set upon the task of developing the war ravaged northern and eastern regions of the country. The whole country too is reaping the benefits of peace time, with new infrastructure projects including a large sea port and an international airport being built in Hambantota, in the deep south of the country.

Tourism has benefited hugely since the end of the war too and foreign investments are pouring in to the sector. Infrastructure development in the sector is booming and with it there is also a need to update the existing Bandaranaike International Airport at Katunayake. Phase one of the expansion has already begun, and is now nearing completion. A second phase of expansion to the existing facilities at Katunayake is to begin in 2012 with an aim to increase both passenger and cargo handling capacity.

The second phase to begin in 2012 is estimated at USD350 million and will include the widening of the existing runway and taxiways, mainly to accommodate the Airbus A380 aircraft. A new state-of-the-art passenger terminal is also being built with separate sections for arrivals and departures. The new terminal will feature 8 boarding gates, 16 boarding bridges and a separate dedicated gate with 2 further passenger boarding bridges specifically for A380 services.

The expansion is designed to double the airport’s passenger handling capacity to 12 million, while also expanding cargo handling capacity to 500.000m from existing 250.000m.

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Sri Lanka

Arab holidaymakers flock to Sri Lanka

Arab travellers to Sri Lanka increased by 58% in the first ten months of the year according to Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau’s (SLTPB) Middle East office. Statistics compiled by Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority indicate that the growth from the Middle East is higher than the overall growth in arrivals to Sri Lanka which is pegged at 43.5%.

“Sri Lanka is witnessing a dramatic rise in visitors which in turn has enabled vast development of Sri Lanka’s existing tourism infrastructure with new hotels and better road networks currently underway island-wide to cope with the destinations increasing popularity,” remarked Ms Heba Al Mansoori, Middle East Director of SLTPB.

Ms Al Mansoori noted that several hotel giants are undertaking expansion, refurbishment and major re-development plans in order to meet increased demand for hotel rooms. “All this will help accommodate the exponential increase in tourist arrivals.”

Several development projects in the East are currently underway which was previously inaccessible. Three areas which are of focus are Pasikudah, Kucheveli and Kalpitiya. Many hotel projects are in progress and by the year 2011/2012 we hope to have added 1,000 rooms.

In addition other development is also in progress in the rest of the island. We just opened the new Port in the South of the country and a new Airport will be soon opened as well in the South.

SLTPB opened its office in Dubai in May 2008 to maximize the opportunities emerging throughout the Middle East while strengthening support for the travel trade in the region.

Since the opening, the Dubai office has co-ordinated all of Sri Lanka’s tourism promotional activities in the Arab markets including exhibition participation, marketing visits, presentations and road shows, brochure distribution, public relations, as well as familiarization visits to the island for influential business and travel journalists. The office also functions as the preliminary contact point and enquiry processing centre for travel trade companies and tourists in the region.

Sri Lanka is now on the threshold of developing to its full potential as a prime tourism destination with diverse offerings for members of the whole family whether it is beaches, shopping, visits to wildlife reserves, heritage and culture sites, relaxing at a spa, or simply enjoying the cuisine.

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