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LEVELLING UP YOUR LOCKDOWN SKILLS WHEN TRAVEL RETURNS
The hobbies and interests many of us have nurtured during our collective confinement have been much-needed silver linings to the heavy Covid cloud. But now award-winning Selective Asia is keen to inspire travellers to keep
THE OMENS ARE GOOD BUT THERE REMAINS THE NEED FOR A CLEAR AND PRAGMATIC APPROACH TO LONG-HAUL TRAVEL
With the positive news from Bhutan in recent days comes another indication there are reasons to be hopeful about the possibilities for long-haul travel in the medium to longer-term. The tiny mountain kingdom has vaccinated
TAKING A LOW TOUCH APPROACH TO REIMAGINING THE TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
Fewer hotels; less frequent changes of guides and vehicles. Using carefully selected ‘Low Touch Hubs’ as key strategic exploration points. Utilising fully tailor-made approach to travel to reduce levels of risk. Reducing the number
SELECTIVE ASIA MAKES MYANMAR IMPACT WITH TRIP SHOWCASING SOCIAL, ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECTS
Impact Myanmar itinerary showcases: Innovative new community enterprises and wildlife conservation projects. Champions inspiring small businesses run by locals. An eco-lodge stay on unexplored Samkar Lake which sources all food locally and supports development in
PEDAL AWAY FROM THE NORM ON BESPOKE CYCLING AND ART TRAILS TOUR OF JAPAN
Travellers to Japan looking for something a little different can pedal away from the norm on a new be-spoke cycling and art trails tour from award-winning Selective Asia. The 10-day trip travels from the country’s
BRIGHTON TOUR OPERATOR SCOOPS MAJOR AWARD
99.14 per cent approval and satisfaction rating from Wanderlust travel magazine Brighton-based Selective Asia has been named Best Tour Operator in the annual Wanderlust magazine reader awards. The company took the gold (top) category prize
KINGS OF THE JUNGLE
Nestled within the oldest evergreen rainforest in the world, Elephant Hills has redefined our interaction with these magnificent animals – and amassed an impressive range of awards and praise in the process. “We follow the
SELECTIVE ASIA’S NEW INDIA PROGRAMME EXPANDS IN THE FOOTHILLS OF THE HIMALAYAS
The programme for Selective Asia’s 18th and newest destination, India, has expanded with the addition of a new journey in the Foothills of the Himalayas. It comes as a straight off-the-peg 13-day trip but, as
SEEK AND YOU SHALL FIND – HIDDEN LONDON
Beyond the mass of bodies that daily envelops the likes of Oxford Circus and Regent Street, there are still pockets of London retaining a more sedate, authentic charm. Whilst I wouldn’t go so far as
IS THIS THE ULTIMATE IN INDOCHINA INDULGENCE?
If budget’s no issue, you’ve a retirement pot with which to truly splash-out or just want to escape the world, then Selective Asia has come-up with a journey of absolute luxury around Myanmar, Thailand and
SENCIO GOLF DAY RAISES £1150 FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS
As part of its annual support of a local charity, a golf day organised by Sencio Community Leisure (SCL) has raised £1150 for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. The money, collected as a result of the
JUNGLE BUBBLES UNVEILED BY ANANTARA GOLDEN TRIANGLE
The Anantara Golden Triangle will unveil two unique “jungle bubbles” on November 25. Set amidst roaming elephants in their natural habitat, the bubbles are fully air-conditioned with king-sized beds, seating under a transparent roof and
CONQUERING A LIFE-LONG FEAR OF WATER
For Debbie Bell, being pushed into the deep-end of an outdoor pool at the age of nine led to a 30-year fear of water – and a memory that, to this day, sends shivers down
SELECTIVE ASIA STEPS-IN TO HELP WHAT IS FAST BECOMING AN “UNTENABLE” SITUATION FOR SRI LANKA’S TRAVEL SECTOR
Tour operator introduces 20% discount to support Sri Lanka’s tourism Just five months ago tourism was Sri Lanka’s third biggest source of income. It’s already dropped to being its fourth with the terrible events of Easter
SEVENOAKS PARENTS GET BEHIND SENCIO COMMUNITY LEISURE’S YEAR-LONG FUNDRAISER FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS
Two Sevenoaks parents whose children suffer from Cystic Fibrosis (CF) are lending their support to a year-long fundraiser organised by Sencio Community Leisure (SCL). An inherited disorder that causes severe damage to the lungs and
NEWS – AND NEW – FROM SELECTIVE ASIA
With the addition of India, Selective Asia’s award-winning and expanding portfolio now features 17 countries. Here are some new tours, properties opening their doors and vessels setting sail in the coming months. SELECTIVE ASIA LAUNCHES
EDENBRIDGE LEISURE CENTRE UNVEILS GYM MAKEOVER
New machines and equipment for an improved fitness experience. The introduction of machines suitable for those with disabilities. Equipment with features to help those recovering from accident, illness or injury. New lift installed for
LULLINGSTONE PARK GOLF COURSE AND KENT SPORT LEAD DRIVE TO ENCOURAGE YOUNG GOLFERS
As the 2019 Masters Tournament drew to a close in Augusta, Kent youngsters had their chance to try a hand at golf as part of a programme of free coaching sessions organised by Lullingstone Park
TRAVELLERS SLASH SINGLE USE WATER BOTTLES BY 21,000 IN 18 MONTHS
21,000 fewer single use water bottles discarded by clients travelling in Asia in just 18 months. Selective Asia’s ‘One Bottle at a Time’ aims to more than double that to 45,000 in 2019. Portable water
SELECTIVE BITES GUIDE CHAMPIONS BRIGHTON’S ASIAN FOOD HEROES
Selective Asia and Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival team-up to promote city’s restaurants 44-page guide champions the food, the people and their individual stories Seven of the city’s finest independent Asian eateries featured Food,
NEWS – AND NEW – FROM SELECTIVE ASIA
Selective Asia’s award-winning portfolio has been extended to 16 countries with the addition of Bhutan, Nepal and Tibet. Here are some new tours, properties opening their doors and vessels setting sail in the coming months.
NEWS – AND NEW – FROM SELECTIVE ASIA
Selective Asia’s award-winning and expanding portfolio now features 16 countries with additions planned for 2019. Here are some new tours, properties opening their doors and vessels setting sail in the coming months. SIX SENSES OPENS
SENCIO GOLF DAY RAISES £900 FOR WEST KENT MIND
As part of its annual support of a local charity, a golf day organised by Sencio Community Leisure (SCL) has raised £900 for West Kent Mind. The money, collected as a result of the event
LUXURY ALL THE WAY WITH A NEW TOUR OF MALAY BORNEO FROM SELECTIVE ASIA
Wake-up to the call of gibbons and hornbills from a riverside lodge, journey deep into rainforest in search of creatures of the night and then enjoy some seriously high-end tropical island R&R in a recently
BEYOND THE NEON AND INTO UNEXPLORED JAPAN ON ONE-OFF, SMALL GROUP DEPARTURE WITH SELECTIVE ASIA
A journey through areas of Japan often neglected by visitors forms the backdrop to a unique, one-off small group departure from Selective Asia this November. One of three limited edition tours for 2018, the 14-day
GOING BEYOND TRADITIONAL INDONESIA ON ONE-OFF SMALL GROUP TOUR WITH SELECTIVE ASIA
Rare insights and carefully timed events are an integral part of a unique, one-off trip to Indonesia this September from Selective Asia. One of three limited edition tours for 2018, the 13-day Gunungs and Dragons
SELECTIVE ASIA NAMED IN TELEGRAPH TRAVEL AWARDS
Many congratulations to our client Selective Asia. They have been named runner-ups in the Best Specialist Tour Operator category at this year's Telegraph Travel Awards, which are voted for by almost 90,000 readers. You can
SELECTIVE ASIA UNVEILS NEW ADVENTURE ON THE ANCIENT TRAILS OF JAPAN
Press Release SELECTIVE ASIA UNVEILS NEW ADVENTURE ON THE ANCIENT TRAILS OF JAPAN An overnight stay in a stunning national park in the Japanese Alps, time exploring the Nakasendō Way and three nights on the
SOUTHEASTERN GOLD AWARDS 2017
David Leck is delighted to have helped Southeastern Trains organise and stage this year's Gold Awards. The event, which was held at Plaisterers' Hall in the City of London on Thursday November 16, honoured the
Over more than two decades, David has worked extensively across the entire communications mix, from crisis and issues management, devising and delivering consumer and business-to-business campaigns, advertising and direct mail through to website launches, managing major events and community relations.