SHOULD WE BELIEVE THE HYPE AND HYSTERIA? Okay, so we work in travel and are probably more used to dealing with the regular problems thrown at us over the years. We thought we had seen it all, with volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, tornados, hurricanes, earthquakes, forrest fires, swine flu, terrorist attacks, heatwaves, flooding, oil spills, currency fluctuations, airlines and tour operators going bust, transport
WHICH COUNTRIES ARE LEFT ON YOUR WISH LIST? Having worked in the travel industry for the past 29 years, I have to say that I am a very lucky man! Since 1991, I have had the enviable position of travelling around the world for both business… and pleasure. Some would say the travelling for work is a perk of the job. Others would
TREKKING IN AND AROUND SAPA Having been to Vietnam a number of times over the past decade, it was finally time to visit the fast-expanding mountain town of Sapa. This was one ticked off from my ‘bucket list’ for 2020. Getting to Sapa There’s 2 ways to get to Sapa from Hanoi. For some, the best way is via the overnight train. This
ASIA'S NO.1 STREET RACE.... IS BACK! Great news! The dates for the 2020 Formula One in Singapore have now been released. This year's night race spectacle, covering the streets of Marina Bay, will take place on the 18 - 20 September 2020. The Singapore Grand Prix (Asia's first ever night / street race - launched in 2008) forms part of the FIA Formula
2 DAYS SHOWCASING THE AMAZING HERITANCE AARAH Select Representation attended the National Asian Wedding Show at the Novotel in Hammersmith - London on 16th and 17th November 2019. This 2 day well-organised extravaganza brought together a wide variety of exhibitors, targeting the weddings and honeymoon market of British based Asians to include: venues, clothing, jewellery, limousine services, DJs, live music, make-up, food and
TURIN, BOLOGNA AND VERONA THAI ROADSHOW As a travel sales and marketing representation company you need to be flexible, willing and able to help out when required. Jonathan from Select Representation has just returned from attending a 3 day ‘Thailand Roadshow’ c/o Mappamondo (28 – 31Oct19). This well organised tour of northern Italy incorporated desk top style presentations to travel agents in Turin,
WHY SURF IN THE MALDIVES? Why surf the Maldives? A better question is why wouldn't you surf the Maldives? It's absolutely stunning, with white sandy beaches, picturesque palm trees, clear aqua blue water and beautiful coral reefs. Add to that, the option to surf some world class uncrowded breaks or dive crystal clear waters and see rare fish swimming around perfect coral. All this and you have
USEFUL DESTINATION GUIDE BOOKS Select Representation's DMC partner Tour East is excited to introduce their all-new destination e-books. A series of travel guides, the e-books provide valuable destination information and share some of our most popular tour experiences conveniently organized by theme. Download your destination e-book today and start planning your dream holiday with Tour East! 'Tour East is a full-service Destination Management Company,
GREAT SERVICE ACROSS THE GULF OF THAILAND Looking to save time travelling between Pattaya and Hua Hin? Then look no further than the excellent ferry service provided by Royal Passenger Liner Company Ltd. The Pattaya to Hua Hin service officially launched in 2017, and has gone from strength to strength. The ferry operates from the Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya and Khao Takiab pier
VISIT THE PEARL OF THE INDIAN OCEAN Authentic, Compact and Diverse; That’s what Sri Lanka is all about. Only 66,000 square km in area, yet a treasure trove of diverse and astonishing surprises. Sri Lanka is a cornucopia of magnificent beaches, rain forests, charming villages, hill country tea plantations, centuries old cities, emerald green paddy fields, fascinating cultural traditions, spectacular pageants and
