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THAILAND'S FIVE-STAR boutique resort The Sarojin is offering 10% off the price of all stays until September 30 for bookings made at least 30 days’ prior to arrival. Perched on the coastline of an 11km white sand beach in Khao Lak, and set amongst ten-acres of tropical gardens, the resort’s 56 boutique residences are all available to book in conjunction with the early bird offer, with prices starting from approximately £125 in a Garden Residence based on two sharing, including breakfast with sparkling wine and all taxes. Similarly, a stay in a Pool Residence starts from £170 and a stay in a Spa Suite starts from £190, which also includes one complimentary 60-minute spa treatment per night.
Kyoto encourages UK travellers to experience autumnal charm WITH THE lure of Japan’s rich culture helping to drive UK visitors to the country up by 18.6%, from January – April 2016 year-on-year, the Kyoto Convention and Visitors Bureau is encouraging travellers to experience why this year is an opportune time for a value for money trip to Japan’s cultural capital. In autumn 2016, the ancient city is set to unveil the new Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto. Set in an 800-year-old traditional garden at the foot of Higashiyama Mountain in the city’s temple district, the hotel is due to open its doors on October 15. To celebrate the opening, the hotel is running an introductory offer which includes approximately £75 hotel credit per room, per stay, for dining in its new Brasserie. As the months progress from September through to December, koyo (meaning
'colourful leaves') transform the region's autumnal vistas, just as the cherry blossoms light up the area in spring. For centuries, large numbers of travellers have visited Kyoto to take in this spectacular array of russet tones scattered across the mountains, parks and streets. Commencing approximately in midSeptember every year, the Kyoto front takes its southbound route from Japan's northern island, Hokkaido. The process is very gradual and changeable, with the leaves in Kyoto typically adopting orange and red tones by October, November or sometimes even as late as the first weeks in December. With numerous ‘Autumn Foliage’ packages offered through operators, the Visitors Bureau is encouraging UK travellers to experience this striking season in 2016. For more information visit kyoto.travel/en
Bangkok Airways signs United for Wildlife Transport Industry Declaration to raise awareness of wildlife trade BANGKOK AIRWAYS has singed the United for Wildlife Transport Industry Declaration supported by the International Air Transport Association. The declaration aims to raise awareness to stop wildlife trade and educate passengers, stakeholders and staff about the consequences of its illegal practice, spotting smugglers in the act and focusing on illegal wildlife such as African elephants, rhinos, some big cats and pangolins. Puttipong Prasarttong-Osoth, president of the airline, said: “We are pleased to be part of this initiative that recognises the need to protect endangered species from illegal trade and transportation. Numerous carriers in the aviation industry are aware of this serious issue and commit a wide range of measures designed to prevent the movement of illegal wildlife and wildlife products. As a leading regional airline, serving customers around the world, we acknowledge our responsibility to the society, to the community and to the environment; therefore we have a strict policy to trafficking of illegal wildlife and wildlife products.” The airline also plans to integrate projects to lessen the impact on the climate and the environment such as the ‘Carbon Footprint for Organization’ campaign to promote the importance of Greenhouse gas control on a daily basis for the organisation and a ‘Love Earth, Save Earth’ campaign to encourage students and local people to preserve the natural resources and environment.
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Amari Koh Samui introduces wanderlust package AMARI KOH Samui is encouraging guests to turn their next Thailand getaway into a self-drive mini adventure with a new wanderlust package. Especially created for those with the travel bug, the package gets guests behind the wheel to discover the treasures of the island. A guide in the form of an interactive ‘Treasure Island Map’ is available which highlights must-see spots - from the Golden Pagoda to numerous waterfalls. After tracking down all the sights, guests can head back to the hotel to experience a private beach dinner. The package starts from approximately £90 per night for a three-night minimum stay and includes a self-drive car all set up to help explore the island with a treasure island map, roundtrip transfers, welcome treats on arrival and dinner on the beach with a menu of Thai dishes. For more information visit amari.com/koh-samui
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