Far East Holidays
Far East Holidays - The Far East is now available to everyone
Once only available to the rich, holidays to the Far East are now available to everyone. Several UK operators offer flights and package holidays to Penang in Malaysia, Bangkok and Phuket in Thailand and the cities of Singapore and Hong Kong. Far East holidays offer a choice of different cultures, religion, cuisine and scenery, there are few parts of the world that conjure up such colourful and magical images as the Far East. The region offers something for every taste and a very warm welcome.
Holidays in the Far East - A lot on offer for holidaymakers
Penang is one of most important holiday destinations in Malaysia and offers a lot to holiday visitors including its luxurious hotels and resorts which cater specifically for UK package holidays. Penang is famous for its multi-cultural atmosphere and this is reflected in the choice of food available to holiday makers. Satay, a meat kebab in a spicy peanut sauce, is popular with tourists.
Far East Holidays - A true meeting of East and West
Singapore is a bustling city off the southern tip of Malaysia is a true meeting of East and West. Singapore is a beautiful garden city that blends the cultures, races and cuisine of Malaysia, China and India. Singapore offers plenty to do, from excellent shopping to discovering the city’s interesting colonial past. The small island of Sentosa is a ferry ride away with a relaxing beach.
Far East - The food in Thailand is quite simply fantastic
From the bustling capital of Bangkok to the beach resorts of Phuket, Thailand holidays offer spectacular temples and huge Buddhist statues, saffron robed monks and fascinating hill tribes. Thailand's coastline is glorious with white sandy beaches lapped by clear warm water. Thai beaches are ideal for swimming and snorkelling and many hotels offer a good selection of water sports. The food in Thailand is quite simply fantastic and in addition to the use of chillies there are many more subtle flavours that characterize Thai cuisine, including lemon grass, coconut milk, coriander, garlic, ginger and mint. The local seafood is also a major attraction.
Far East – Hong Kong offers some of the worlds best hotels
Hong Kong is one of Asia's most vibrant and exciting destinations. A city that continues to offer some of the best hotels in the World, great shopping, fantastic views across the harbour and Chinese and international cuisine. Throughout the year, there are a wide variety of colourful traditional festivals, sporting and cultural events from the spectacular fireworks of the Lunar New Year to the excitement of the Rugby Sevens. Hong Kong remains a mix of eastern and western cultures from traditional Chinese heritage to high tech modern living amongst towering skyscrapers.
