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Make your journey across Indochina an even more unforgettable experience by adding a Dubai or Far East stopover either prior to or post your Indochina holiday.
dubai & far east stopovers
There are so many routes passing though many wonderful countries, offering a choice of beautiful beaches or fascinating cites. Whichever destination you choose you are guaranteed a memorable experience.
DUBAI & FAR EAST STOPOVERS Destinations: Thailand - Bangkok, Phuket and Hua Hin, China - Beijing and Xi'an, Hong Kong, Japan - Tokyo and Kyoto, Singapore, Malaysia Kuala Lumpur and Borneo, Indonesia - Bali, and Dubai. Many more destinations can be tailormade into your itinerary on request. Airlines: British Airways, Emirates, Air China, Dragonair, Cathay Pacific, Bangkok Airways, Silk Air, Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways. Travel Tips: Always give yourself time to recover when you first arrive at a new destination, particularly after a long flight. When travelling to Asia, be sure to leave enough room in your suitcase for shopping in your chosen stopover. Don't forget to check for any visa requirements for your chosen stopover destination. THAILAND Thailand represents the exoticism of the east with Bangkok at its heart. A lively city with glittering temples, night markets, culture and warm welcoming friendly people. An interesting mix of ancient and modern. If you are looking for sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters and a more relaxed pace then head for one of the islands or utterly idyllic mainland beaches. CHINA When the XXIX Olympiad arrives in Beijing in August 2008, for one spectacular period the attention of the world will be on this vast country of contrasts, where the world's most ancient traditions are married to a bright economic future. A land where imperial relics, traditional temples and remote mountainside villages coexist alongside pulsating mega-cities. In short, a magical destination of memorable images and thrilling experiences . . . perhaps too many for one visit, China will leave you yearning to return time and again. HONG KONG The famous island of Hong Kong comprises only one third of the destination a mile across the harbour is the Kowloon peninsula, the New Territories and more than 260 outlying islands. Thriving on contrast, Hong Kong remains a melting pot of eastern and western cultures, from its quaint, traditional Chinese heritage to the buzzing, high tech modern living amongst towering skyscrapers. JAPAN Discover the land of the rising sun. Tokyo is a sophisticated and energetic high tech city in complete contrast to the beautiful Imperial city of Kyoto. An amazing country of ancient traditions, modern cities and breathtaking scenery you cannot fail to be fascinated by all you see. SINGAPORE The `Crossroads of Asia', Singapore is a bustling, cosmopolitan community of Malay, Chinese and Indian races, cultures and cuisines, a modern and vibrant city with fabulous shopping and a variety of restaurants. MALAYSIA Kuala Lumpur is a vibrant bustling city, a melting pot of cultures, races and cuisines as Indians, Chinese, Malay and Europeans mix together. KL (as it's most commonly known) also retains much of its character and local colour. There are still plenty of colonial buildings in its centre along with a buzzing Chinatown with street vendors and night markets. A sight not to miss are the world's second tallest buildings, the twin Petronas towers. BALI From palm fringed beaches to the lush green terraces of the fertile countryside, the beautiful island of Bali is without doubt one of the most magical places on earth. Enjoy plenty of good sightseeing, shopping and watersports plus wonderful, friendly people. DUBAI As one of the most important cities in the United Arab Emirates, Dubai has everything to meet a holidaymakers needs. The year round sunshine and excellent soft sandy beaches along the Jumeira coast are ideal for those wanting to relax. For the more active, there are watersports to be enjoyed in the warm waters of the Persian Gulf. One of Dubai's highlights is the Gold Souks, where gold glistens in the windows of endless rows of shops. Shopping here is a must the duty free status of the city means there are plenty of bargains to be found.
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1 Lao Plaza hotel 2 Pool at Green Park 3 Settha Palace 4 Detail from a Bangkok temple 5 Twin Towers Kuala Lumpur
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