new in Manila: “following the footsteps of Anthony Bourdain”
Anthony Bourdain had his first taste of Manila and experienced its soul through the assortment of street food he encountered during a sojourn in Binondo’s Chinatown. There’s the ‘taho’ vendor with his concoction of soft tofu sweetened with arnibal and garnished with pearl sago, the makeshift stalls laden with native ‘take home’ lunch meals, and […]
student career week at Diethelm Travel Thailand: Jenny
Today we’re sharing another post from a NIST International School student who recently came to ‘work’ at the Diethelm Travel Thailand office in Bangkok as part of the school’s Career Week. These bright young people brought a new energy into our office and we were thrilled at the enthusiasm with which they set to the tasks we […]
student career week at Diethelm Travel Thailand: Jose
While we’re experts at organising travel logistics, it’s really connecting with communities that is at the core of all we do, whether that’s by inviting travellers to fall in love with a place the way our local guides have, by helping scenic remote villages to develop sustainable tourism projects to help preserve the land and […]
spotlight on Borneo parks
Filled with both stunning natural landscapes and unique wildlife in the heart of Southeast Asia lies the magical island of BORNEO. As the third-largest island in the world, Borneo is home to a number of national parks teeming with adventure, endangered animals and some of the oldest rainforests on Earth. Intrepid travellers explore the island where […]
a day in a life of Mr. Sam So, Cambodian tour guide
“PROUD TO BE PART OF THE DIETHELM TRAVEL FAMILY” Our guide in Cambodia, Sam So, loves working with the clients that his job connects him with. For years he’s dedicated his life to pursuing excellence in his work as a travel guide at Diethelm Travel Cambodia. Patient and jovial, Sam So’s welcoming face always […]
beyond Angkor
Though Angkor takes centre stage, Cambodia is home to other significant sites, such as Sambor Prei Kuk and Preah Vihear, which are also UNESCO listed. As the most important site in 6th- to 7th-century Southeast Asia, the pre-Angkorian Sambor Prei Kuk still shows its complex city planning. The important ancient capital introduced the King-God concept, […]
Uncovering Cambodia and why the country deserves more time to be explored
Though often known for the indescribable significance of Angkor Wat or unbelievable horror of the Khmer Rouge, the Kingdom of Cambodia is much more than its two most prominent pieces of history. Sandwiched between Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and the Gulf of Thailand, Cambodia has a long and complicated history ranging from the power of the […]
How to Choose an Ethical Elephant Experience in Thailand
When visiting Thailand, one of the activities many visitors most wish to tick off their bucket list is a chance to interact with elephants. Elephants have a special significance in Thai culture and have long worked alongside its people, but for years now, they have been banned from the logging trade in which they traditionally […]
4 Hidden Gems Just Outside of Bangkok
The ‘Big Mango’ is known for its hustle and bustle, exotic sights and sounds. Though a vibrant city – with shopping, dining and nightlife offerings which rival any cosmopolitan destination – Bangkok also has a quieter side. When you’re surrounded by towering condo blocks and jam-packed traffic, it might seem like the city sprawls endlessly. […]
Discover Sri Lanka – a land steeped in beauty, history, nature and culture.
Discover Sri Lanka – a land steeped in beauty, history, nature and culture. From rural rainforests to sandy beaches, ancient ruins to modern towns, colourful culture to tasty cuisine, the island formerly known as Ceylon continues to attract travellers to its shores just as it’s been doing for thousands of years.