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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME
mystical & magical indochina
An assault on the senses crowded markets, the trademark sights of monks in saffron robes, hives of yellow umbrellas that mushroom when the rain feeds the abundant rice paddies. Tall palms give way to the traffic noise of horn-honking scooters, traders busy themselves in silk shops, long tail boats speed the waterways and worshippers gather in Buddha-filled pagodas welcome to Indochina.
Stunning and magical, sensuous and unspoilt, Indochina enthrals and enchants the traveller in equal measure. The countries of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos share spectacular sights, captivating natural beauty and a friendly, colourful culture. All three are working hard to shake off the burden of their recent history and always doing so with a smile smiles you'll see with every view in bustling, vibrant cities such as Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh, with their superb shopping malls, bars and restaurants. But these are ancient countries and there is much to discover beyond fascinating (albeit sobering) reminders of the recent past and the thrill of the new. Lose yourself in the tranquil magic of Luang Prabang or amongst the gilded pavilions, lily ponds and terraced gardens of imperial Hue, the intricate medieval artisan quarter of Hanoi or the incomparable temples of Angkor, being slowly and romantically reclaimed by the jungle. And just minutes from these wonderful places, the scenery changes breathtakingly before your eyes intensely green tropical forests, patchwork rice fields, majestic mountains, shimmering lakes and limestone bays. See it all on an escorted tour of the region's highlights, or simply submit to complete relaxation at one of the luxurious resorts fringing the pristine white sands of the South China Sea coastline. Whether you choose a sublimely restful beach escape, a cultural journey of discovery or a multi-centre itinerary combining the glories of Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos with the myriad delights of Thailand, Hong Kong and Japan, enjoy a holiday with a difference in 2008 and experience the amazing, beautiful countries of Indochina.
Front cover image: Vietnam 1 Farming in Vietnam 2 Monk in Laos 3 Wat Xieng, Laos 4 Angkor Thom, Cambodia 5 Angkor Wat, Cambodia 6 Vietnamese girl 7 Tonle Sap lake
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