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The company officially turned 60 on 2 April and marked the occasion with festive celebrations in all regional offices on 3 April.

Now recognised as one of Asia's leading tour operators, Diethelm Travel Group was originally established in 1957 in Bangkok and cultivated a long-lasting, trusted reputation within the country and with the Thai royal family. The company has been received a royal warrant of appointment from the late King Rama IX, one of the highest honours in Thailand, recognising the business for significantly supporting the country's economic and social development. In 1991, Diethelm expanded internationally with an office in Vientiane, Laos, and has since continued to use its strong local connections and expertise to further grow, now boasting more than 3,300 custom tours in 12 countries that emphasise authentic experiences.

Trek Through the Chiang Mai Jungle with the Lisu Lodge Soft Adventure Tour

The Lisu Lodge Adventure tour is an action-packed adventure for travellers looking for a one-of-a-kind experience in the hills of northern Thailand.

Cycling Adventure of the Chiang Mai's Rural Hills

Ride through tranquil villages, pass shimmering rice paddies, visit Buddhist temples and observe locals working the fields on this one-day family-friendly tour.

Go Local with the Kyun Thiri Island Village Tour in Bagan

Discover village life on a small and rarely visited island near the Lawkananda Jetty in Bagan.

Fascinating Whale Watching in the Indian Ocean

Embark on a voyage into the southern waters off Sri Lanka, one of the best places in the world to witness blue whales, sperm whales and dolphins in their natural habitat.

Sample the Unique Flavours of Cambodian Cuisine

During your visit to Cambodia, take a cooking class in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap and learn about the fresh ingredients and cooking technique used to create the country's most popular dishes.

Sample Tasty Dragon Fruit at Siem Reap's Plantations

One such activity is visiting a plantation where dragon fruit is grown, which is a tasty, unique-looking tropical fruit that not many international travellers know about.

Follow the Kong Movie Crew through Vietnam

The newest and trendiest hotel in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Hotel Cosmo Kuala Lumpur, has opened its doors.

Best Two Trekking Tours in Cambodia with DutchCo Trekking

Explore two of the best trekking areas in Cambodia: the Cardamom Mountains in Kampong Speu Province or one of Virachey's National Park 'Tanop' Forest treks in Banlung Ratanakiri Province.

Malaysia's Capital Welcomes the Trendy Hotel Cosmo Kuala Lumpur

The newest and trendiest hotel in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Hotel Cosmo Kuala Lumpur, has opened its doors.

First 5-Star Hotel coming to Heze City

Inzone Ramada Hotel is set to be the first international five-star hotel in Heze City invested by Lu Shang Group and managed by IGADA brand of Wenmud International Hotel.

The Much Awaited Marriot Courtyard in Siem Reap to Open in June

The first hotel, a 233-room Courtyard by Marriott Hotel, is located in Siem Reap within 15 minutes of the famous temples of Angkor Wat. It is expected to be open in June 2017.

Select the Newly Launched Saigon-Nha Trang 5-Star Train

The trains offer customers comfortable seats, spacious luggage compartments and clean toilets. The trains also have sleeper sections but passengers in standard seats can comfortably recline back.

Stay at the Charming Sakmut Boutique Hotel in Siem Reap

The Sakmut Boutique Hotel is a luxurious hotel where guests can effortlessly visit Cambodia's most spectacular religious and tourist attraction, the temples of Angkor.

Boutique Dining Experience at Seeds Restaurant & Lounge

SEEDS is one of the best fine dining restaurants in Yangon. Nestled beside the picturesque Inya Lake, diners can indulge in the ultimate boutique dining experience in a breathtaking ambience that reflects principles of the four elements: earth, fire, wind and water.

The Hue Imperial City Opens at Night Beginning in April

Beginning on April 22, the Imperial City of Hue will be open to visitors between 19:00 - 22:00 instead of during daytime only, according to Phan Thanh Hai, director of the Hue Monuments Conservation Centre.

Borneo Jazz Festival in Miri

Borneo Jazz is an annual international festival in Miri that has hosted several important names in the world of the jazz. In the last twelve years, it has represented Latin & Caribbean Jazz, Afro Jazz, Vocal Jazz, Shanghai Jazz, Boogie Woogie and Blues.

Yangon Social Enterprise Sector Set for Boost with Launch of New 'Good Guide Map'

The Yangon Good Guide, a map which connects tourists and city explorers to the city's best social enterprises, offers a much-needed lifeline to innovative entrepreneurs who actively support their local communities.

Art Tours Take Visitors Inside Hanoi's Iconic Opera House

Dubbed a miniature of the Paris Palais Garnier, Hanoi's Opera House is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in Southeast Asia. The theatre, which was built in 1911 by the French, hosts performances by both local and international artists.

Battambang: The Next Tourist Destination

The project was conducted in collaboration with Hungary to entice both local and international tourists, especially tourists from Hungary and other countries in the European Union.

Danang International Fireworks Competition 2017

This festival of colourful art welcomes participants from many countries and represents aspiration for peace, compassion and the preservation of cultural values.

Timelapse Captures Vietnam's Beauty, North to South

A former digital and graphic designer, South African Rory Allen, turned a three-week trip through Vietnam into a two-minute clip that makes full use of his timelapse expertise to capture both the fast pace of local metropolises and the pristine scenery of Vietnam's natural landscapes.

Vietnamese Beaches Voted Among Best in Asia

In a recent survey conducted by the global travel site Trip Advisor, travellers have named two of Vietnam's beaches among the best in Asia.

Tour Vietnam's Top Attractions in Honour of the 'Kong: Skull Island' Movie

In celebration of the release of the fantastic new movie, Kong: Skull Island, a new 15-day follow-the-path-of-Kong tour takes visitors to some of Vietnam's top attractions as explored by the Kong's movie crew.

New Bullet Trains Now Available from Kunming South Station to 14 Key Provincial Destinations

Started on 8 March, Kunming Railway Bureau added two high-speed trains from Kunming South Station to Hangzhou East Station and Zhengzhou East Station.

Air Canada Launches Nonstop International Service Linking Shanghai and Montreal

This is the first time since Air Canada has launched a direct flight from Montreal to China and has used the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner to fly on this route.

New Laos - Cambodia Bridge to Cross the Xelamphao River

Laos and Cambodia have plans to build a bridge crossing the Xelamphao River, known as the Ropov River in Cambodia, which currently serves as a border demarcation.

Angkor's Roads Receiving Safety Improvements

The Apsara Authority has implemented several safety-related improvements to the roads surrounding the Angkor temples.

Siem Reap's New Airport

The construction of the Greenfield Airport on 700 hectares of land provided by the government is expected to take three years to complete.

Phnom Penh Becomes Emirates' Newest Indochina Connection

On 1 July 2017, Emirates will commence a daily Dubai-Phnom Penh service via Yangon, becoming the first airline to offer a connection between Yangon and Phnom Penh.

Lao Skyway Launches Flights to Xieng Khuang

Lao Skyway now offers flights to Xieng Khuang from Vientiane and Luang Prabang three times per week in response to the customers' growing need.

Himalaya Airline Launched its Scheduled Flight to Yangon

Himalaya Airlines, a Nepal-China joint venture airline, launched its schedule flight to Yangon on 24 February 2017. The flight schedule operates twice per week on Mondays and Fridays between Kathmandu - Yangon - Kathmandu.

Plan to Launch Direct Flights from Quang Binh Province to Northern Thailand

The central province of Quang Binh, Vietnam, famous for its vast cave network, has announced plans to open a direct flight to Chiang Mai, Thailand in July in a bid to promote tourism.

7th Edition Sancharaka Udawa Exhibition Held in May 2017

This year, there will be more than 190 companies or individuals showcasing their products or services. The exhibitors range from boutique hotels, guesthouses and camping operators on the accommodation offerings as well as adventure and activity service providers

AVANI Bentota Resort and Spa Nominated for Travel + Leisure 2017 World's Best Awards

With more than 6.6 million readers worldwide, Travel + Leisure connects passionate travellers to the world's most extraordinary places and curates unmatched experiences and has recently listed AVANI Bentota Resort and Spa on its 2017 World's Best Awards.