Siem Reap has more to offer besides its stunning temple monuments. The Happy Ranch is an attraction that will boost Siem Reap’s growing stature as a family destination. Located in a 10-acre estate in the city’s outskirts, this western style horse farm was established by Mr. Sary Pann. The ranch houses 29 horses and onsite [...]

After a closure due to the heavy flooding in mid-August, Kamu Lodge reopened on 1 September 2008. As the lodge’s bar and restaurant are currently under reconstruction works for the next three months, all meals will be temporarily served at Sala Lodge. The Kamu Lodge management apologises for any inconvenience caused to guests in the [...]

November is one of the best times to visit Thailand’s northeastern provinces (collectively known as Isarn) because of the Phimai Festival and the Elephant Round-Up Festival. To give guests an insightful glimpse into this area, Exotissimo is featuring a special tour to Isaan that will coincide with these two festivals. The annual Phimai festival is [...]

We are pleased to announce Olivier Marchesin as the General Manager of Exotissimo Cambodia, effective from 1 October 2008. We believe that Olivier’s wealth of work experience and depth of understanding of Asia will be an invaluable asset to our organisation. Born in France, Olivier graduated with an MBA in Tourism and Hotel Management and [...]

Tet, or the Vietnamese New Year, is the most important and popular holiday in Vietnam. For 2009, Tet will fall on 26 January. It usually lasts for three days and is marked by huge celebrations throughout the country. Tet is traditionally a time for family reunions and pilgrims, so many Vietnamese will take the opportunity [...]

Since 11 August, Exotissimo has relocated our Phnom Penh office to a better and bigger premise. We are now conveniently located at Norodom Boulevard, just a stone’s throw away from the Royal Palace and National Museum. The new office is very much welcomed as everyone now has access to the amenities of a good standard [...]

Exotissimo welcomes the addition of Mr Awen Delaval as the Operations Manager to our Siem Reap office. Born in the French province of Bretagne, Awen inherits his passion for travelling from his parents. He has left his footsteps in many countries before finally stopping in Siem Reap five years ago. Since then, Awen has been [...]

Phnom Penh’s hotel scene has been brightened with the addition of Almond Hotel. This hotel opened its doors in mid July and aims to accommodate the specific needs of its corporate clients while leisure tourists will also find themselves in a pleasant and secure environment. Rooms are bright, well designed and appointed. Room service, massage [...]

After a low season closure, Mandalay Marionettes Theatre has resumed its regular performances. Marionette shows are staged daily and special programmes are available upon request. Puppetry is an entertaining art form and will provide tourists with a better insight of Myanmar’s traditional culture.

A stone’s thow away from The Beach Boutique Resort in Krabi is the Nantra de Deluxe. It is one of the two “Nantra Hotels and Resorts” properties currently managed by the Chic and Stylish Hotel Collection, with the other being Nantra de Boutique in Pattaya. A key attribute that makes Nantra properties stand out is [...]