ASIA JOURNEYS TO REMEMBER
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Welcome... ...to our new Cleveland Collection brochure – to both existing clients and to newcomers. The former know why we pride ourselves in our knowledge, experience and foresight in recognising and developing new markets and we hope newcomers will soon realise our strengths and see how they can trust our expertise. Asia is a developing market with a great wealth of experiences – beauty, culture, cuisines, natural wonders and archaeological gems – which is why we have concentrated our energies to bring you this brochure. We hope you will enjoy using it and planning your next holiday with us just as much as we have enjoyed putting it together for you. Those of you who are new to us should be reassured that as a company your needs are foremost in our minds. We know all these places, we are passionate about them, we have researched them thoroughly, and we have staff on the ground who will not only look after you, but will be available to guide and answer all your queries. Most importantly we are fully bonded and hold an ATOL for your complete financial protection. You should know that we derive great pleasure from making sure that you have the holiday of your dreams – that is our modus operandi. So please do enjoy this brochure – call us, quiz us and remember that the brochure is only the beginning, for our expertise is in tailor made itineraries... and these are built around you and your needs. We look forward to hearing from you. Frances Geoghegan Managing Director
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Cleveland Collection Who we are and what we can do for you Allow us to introduce ourselves. You may be new to Cleveland Collection, or you may be one of our loyal clients who know where to come to sort any travel query or journey. If you are new, then you may well have heard of us from friends or relatives, for we at Cleveland Collection know that wordof-mouth is the highest recommendation and the truest.
properties we recommend. Our holidays are designed specifically for you and your requirements; we understand the different demands of a holiday from couples to singletons and from groups of friends to families, we listen carefully and then work closely with you to ensure that your requirements are met, whether it’s somewhere secluded, with safe beaches, or somewhere buzzy with a host of activities, we tailor-make the We are the experts, the specialists, the people arrangements to suit your needs and budgets. who know about bespoke travel and whose Our knowledge and experience also allow us service is unparalleled. For not only do we have to negotiate the best rates, ensuring that you unrivalled experience of planning holidays but not only get your perfect holiday but also we also have specific expertise in arranging excellent value for money. tailor-made travel. We are both Asian experts and aficionados, for all our staff have travelled Our exciting itineraries and our expertise extensively throughout this magical area. extends throughout Asia from India to We can take you from the foothills of the Indonesia and we know exactly where to Himalayas to Thailand’s golden triangle via recommend, and to advise on what you some of the world’s most exciting cities, perfect should do or see so that your holiday will beaches and private islands you have only be the most memorable. dreamt of until now. We can also organise tours to some of the greatest archaeological and How to use our brochure architectural icons, often at times when you will Our brochure has been specifically designed be the only people there – at Angkor Wat at to not only whet your appetite and entice sunrise or at the Taj Mahal by candlelight. you to Asia’s huge choice of destinations but also to give you ideas of when or where to What is more we only ever give visit or explore – it is simply the beginning recommendations and suggestions based upon of your journey. When you need help, extra personal experience and we are therefore information or guidance that is when to call committed to regular site inspections to the us and we will work through all the options
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on offer to arrive at your perfect tailor-made journey. Unlike some of our competitors we recommend what is right for you, not for us and we will continue to change, amend and make suggestions until you are happy. We will also be honest with you, especially if you are being too ambitious and want to pack too much in to a break. Sometimes distances and transfers are much greater or less frequent than first thought and it is our job to alert you to this so you can still get the maximum enjoyment from your holiday.
over the last few years our clients’ growing interest in healthy holidays – holidays where they want to get fit, to detox, or to lose weight. Places where they want to go not just to refresh, but places which will give true relaxation and help rejuvenate tired and over-stressed minds and bodies. Our staff are both passionate and knowledgeable about spas and they recognize their ever-growing importance in what people look for in holidays... so bring us your problems, needs or desires and we will get to work on them. Asia has been the birthplace of so many healing therapies which is why the spas we have selected here are some of the best you will find – offering traditional ayurvedic treatments as well as massages and programmes of all types alongside meditation, yoga and tai chi, all of which exercise the body and the mind.
Among our many services is our Wedding and Honeymoon programme. If you are thinking of getting married, or renewing your vows in a truly romantic or exotic setting, whether on a beach in Bali or on a sampan on the South China Sea, Cleveland Collection has the staff who will help you plan it and make a day you will always remember (and of course our expertise in helping you choose the most wonderful honeymoon ever is really unrivalled). Our wedding gift list service also allows your family and friends to help contribute to it, or even add something special for you to enjoy.
So talk to us at Cleveland Collection – tell us what you are looking for in a holiday and our experts and expertise will deliver you the best, most enjoyable, most romantic, healthiest or simply the holiday you have only ever dreamed of.
GEORGE FISHER
The people who know people Cleveland Collection has always been at the very forefront of knowing the different types of holidays clients are looking for, which is why we have launched Healing Holidays, our dedicated spa programme. We have noted
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Our airline partners
This award-winning airline serves a number of Asian destinations and offers every comfort and amenity, however you choose to travel. UPPER CLASS – includes complimentary chauffeur driven cars* to and from the airport, with DriveThru Check-In and a Private Security Channel at London Heathrow, while the airport Clubhouse offers everything from a massage to manicures and sushi to sandwiches. On board the Upper Class Suite converts to one of the longest fullyflat beds in business class, there’s an innovative new meal service and an on-board bar. PREMIUM ECONOMY – offers a dedicated check-in service and priority boarding and disembarkation, with one of the biggest seats in its class, in-seat laptop power and a choice of meals including a vegetarian option. ECONOMY – for fun and comfort this is difficult to beat with a spacious seat pitch and personal seat-back screen. There’s delicious food and drink with complimentary snacks throughout, a well-stocked amenity kit plus special kid’s meal, in-flight entertainment and activity bag. * Chauffeur driven car at most destinations and available with most Upper Class fares. Restrictions apply.
EVA Air flies non-stop daily from London Heathrow to Bangkok, offering passengers a choice of three classes of cabin service: Premium Laurel Business Class, the awardwinning Elite Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. Personal seat-back, state-of-the-art touch screen audio/video on demand entertainment systems are installed in all three cabin classes.
Emirates is one of the fastest growing airlines in the world with over 500 international awards for excellence. They operate 16 daily flights to Dubai from six UK airports and onwards to a network of over 120 destinations worldwide. Onboard, passengers can experience ‘ice’, Emirates’ awardwinning inflight entertainment with up to 1300 channels on-demand in all classes. Generous checked baggage allowances, multi-course gourmet meals, complimentary advance seat selection and multilingual cabin crew round off the Emirates experience.
Vietnam Airlines offers the first ever non-stop services between the UK and Vietnam, with four departures per week from Gatwick Airport, flying twice-weekly to both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. The schedule offers UK travellers the option of exploring this fascinating country via ‘open jaw’ itineraries, starting with Hanoi and culminating in Ho Chi Minh, or vice versa. Flights are also carefully scheduled to offer convenient onward connections to Vietnam Airlines’ comprehensive network within Vietnam and Indochina, including exciting destinations such as Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia and China. Vietnam Airlines’ direct services are operated by B777 aircraft with Economy, Deluxe Economy and Business Class cabins – all with full in-flight entertainment systems (IFE) with seat-back screens.
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British Airways offers one of the most extensive flight networks which enable travellers to connect to destinations throughout Asia. Just choose your cabin and enjoy the journey. FIRST – the ultimate in luxury travel with a dedicated check-in and elegant lounges offering peace, calm and delicious food, drink and snacks. Travellers can enjoy meals in the airport lounge thereby offering maximum time for sleep or work on-board, while selected airports also offer well-being Elemis Travel Spas so that passengers can enjoy a treatment while they wait. On board the dedicated crew offer a super-attentive service ensuring your flight experience is of the finest. Flat beds, duvets, crisp linens, cotton pyjamas and a generous amenity bag are on offer as well as an a la carte menu or lighter meal options.
CLUB WORLD – has perfected the ease of travel with its online check-in which allows you to reserve your favourite seat, print your boarding card and then head straight for the Bag Drop desk on arrival at the airport. All of this leaves you free to enjoy the airline lounges – there are more than 70 worldwide – and relax before boarding. At London Heathrow Terminal 5 travellers can experience the luxurious Galleries Club and Elemis Travel Spas. On board your space becomes an office, a dining area or a sleep zone with just the touch of a button, a generously sized desk, a choice of entertainment and a flat bed. WORLD TRAVELLER PLUS – make your trip that little bit more special by flying premium economy in the World Traveller Plus cabin. Enjoy added extra privacy, relaxation, space and expert service, ensuring you arrive at your destination in better shape to enjoy your holiday or start a day’s work. You can also check-in online and will get an increased baggage allowance.
WORLD TRAVELLER – will help get your journey off to the easiest, most comfortable start. Choose either to check in on line or from your mobile phone and reserve your seat to give you more time to enjoy the retail and dining experiences at the airports. While on-board you will enjoy attentive service, tasty meals and complimentary drinks. If you’re travelling with children there is a ‘Kids Eat First’ policy and special Skyflyer activity packs, while the in-seat entertainment offers a choice for adults as well as kids.
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Cambodia
An ancient civilization imbues this country, which for centuries was the heart of the Khmer Empire, an empire which ruled much of south-east Asia. Relics of this powerful rule abound throughout the land, from the magical and mysterious Angkor Wat to the walled city of Angkor Thom. Alongside such man-made miracles is the birding paradise of Tonle Sap Lake, the tigers and elephants of the Cardamom Mountains, the beaches of Sihanoukville & Kep, and of course the fascinating capital Phnom Penh.
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08 Cleveland Collection Asia – Cambodia Cambodia – Introduction Cambodia is both exciting and exotic as well as sporting one of the greatest architectural achievements on earth – the temples of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom. But it also offers unspoilt beaches, remote hills and forests as well as the mighty Mekong River.
Mekong Delta where three rivers meet – the Mekong, the Tonle Bassac and the Tonle Sap, it enjoys the most beautiful light reflected from this vast expanse of water. Head for the river in the evening to people-watch but during the day make time for a different experience and visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields just outside the city. The Royal Cities, towns and culture Palace and the Russian Market are also worth Most visits start at Siem Reap, the nearest town a visit. to Angkor Wat – both the spiritual and cultural heart of Cambodia and jaw-dropping in its Inland and coastal beauty and complexity. Spread over 40 square Almost unspoilt, the interior of Cambodia is a miles, it is difficult to understand how it could place of rolling hillsides, green forests and lavish possibly have been lost to the world for almost waterfalls. Trek through local villages where four centuries, only being rediscovered in 1860. indigenous tribes people still live and work, take While Ankor Wat is moving, Ankor Thom is a boat trip along the Tonle Sap River and hope awesome – a city which housed one million to spot river dolphins on the way, and walk to people and, between the 9th and 12th the temple ruins of Banteay Chhmar. centuries, was larger than Rome was at its peak. Visit the massive Bayon temple with its Head for the coast and its unspoilt and almost 54 towers, guarded by huge statues of 54 gods unknown beaches, tiny islands, wild mangrove and 54 devils. forests and pepper plantations which provide gourmet establishments throughout the world The capital city of Phnom Penh is spacious with the finest condiment. and gracious with all the elegance of French civic architecture and planning, and all the exoticism of south-east Asia. Sitting on the
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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION Capital: Phnom Penh Currency: Riel Airlines: British Airways and Thai Airways via Bangkok Point of Entry: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap Flying time: 12 hrs 15 mins Time zone: GMT +6 hrs Combine with: Vietnam, Laos, Thailand and Myanmar Visa: Required – can be obtained on arrival Best time to visit December to April is optimum period, with monsoon season from May to October.
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WHAT TO SEE AND DO – Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum & Killing Fields – Enjoy the palaces and pagodas of Phnom Penh – Explore the wonders of Angkor Wat – Journey through the floating villages of Kampong Luong – Relax on the beaches of Sihanoukville – Take a balloon ride over the temples
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Our hotels in Cambodia Siem Reap VICTORIA ANGKOR RESORT & SPA
Right in the centre of Siem Reap and opposite the Royal Park, this haven of colonial comfort is close to the international airport, but closer still to the glories of the Angkor Wat temples. It offers 1930s architecture with every modern comfort and luxury, large outdoor swimming pool, tropical gardens and Victoria Spa. The latter offers a choice of massage, wraps and beauty treatments in four indoor rooms or three outdoor salas along with a steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi. – Just 6 kms to the archaeological wonders of Angkor Wat – Three vintage Citroen cars for touring or airport pick-up – Childrens pool and kids club – Near to new Nick Faldo designed 18 hole golf course – Swimming pool and spa
LA RESIDENCE D’ANGKOR
A haven of peace and comfort just 10 minutes from the spectacular temples of Angkor Wat and its awe-inspiring World Heritage surroundings. The hotel is located right in the heart of Siem Reap overlooking the river, yet it is hidden and protected by magnificent trees and a pretty garden. Built in the Khmer style and using natural fabrics such as wood, stone, bamboo and silks the hotel has 62 elegant rooms and suites over two storeys, looking onto the pool and gardens. – Saltwater swimming pool – Kong Kea Spa – Candlelight garden dinners available – Private excursions to Angkor Wat
RAFFLES GRAND HOTEL D’ANGKOR
Right in the heart of Siem Reap, just five minutes to the vibrant market and ten to the glories of Angkor Wat. Set amidst 15 acres of landscaped gardens, it is a place of peace and tranquillity after a days sightseeing, when your eyes as well as your feet need respite. It is a fusion of Cambodian grandeur with contemporary comforts. – Four dining options – Award winning Raffles Spa & swimming pool – Free WiFi – Private dinners arranged amongst the temples of Angkor Wat
THE ONE HOTEL ANGKOR
This is exactly what it says on the door – a hotel with just one suite. Located in one of the oldest lanes in the market, the Passage, it is as stylish as it is private – ideal for honeymooners and those who want to get away from the crowds. The ultimate experience in being spoilt. – Undivided attention and service – Private rooftop terrace – Boutique on ground floor – In-room spa treatments
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Phnom Penh FCC PHNOM PENH HOTEL
A funky hotel overlooking the mighty Mekong river, this boutique property provides contemporary design in all its spacious, light-filled rooms. The dining room and bar are situated on a vast open-air terrace so that guests can watch all the action on the river. – Great views of the river – Walking distance to bars and restaurants – Convenient for the National Museum – Delicious fusion food
Sihanoukville Kep RAFFLES HOTEL LE ROYAL
This is the premier hotel in Phnom Penh, built in 1929 and reopened in 1997 after a careful and detailed restoration and refurbishment programme by the Raffles International Group. It is a hotel with a history of some of the grandest guests – royals, adventurers, stars and globetrotters and it retains that glamour today. Classically elegant it is located right in the heart of the city making it an ideal base for exploring the markets and museums. – Amrita Spa & gym – Lap pool and children’s pool – Five restaurants and bars – Exclusive shopping arcade
SONG SAA PRIVATE ISLAND
KNAI BANG CHATT
– Full programme of water sports and excursions – Infinity-edged swimming pool – In-villa private cinema – Sanctuary spa
– Kayaks, hobie cats and speedboat – Yoga and meditation – Spa – Unrivalled views
This tiny, luxurious resort nestles in the untouched Koh Rong archipelago, which consists of two little islands close together – Song Saa is Khmer for “sweethearts”. There are just 27 glorious overwater, beach and jungle villas, all well spaced for even greater privacy.
On the south-east coast of Cambodia this small but perfect resort consists of just three villas, (11 rooms in total), decorated with breath-taking simplicity. Built in the 1970s by a pupil of Le Corbusier, they are unique architectural gems, set on a glorious beach close to some of Asia’s finest crab restaurants.
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Our itineraries in Cambodia
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With its culture, history and amazing archaeological masterpieces, Cambodia can, at first, seem overwhelming, which is why Cleveland Collection has devised a number of itineraries to help you get the best from this extraordinary country. But do 0 remember we can make a bespoke itinerary just for you taking in all your 0 interests be they requirements and shrines, nature, architecture or history.
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GRAND TOUR OF CAMBODIA
An all-encompassing tour allowing the traveller to discover the country’s culture and history by boat, bicycle, on foot and by road. Whilst the main sites are all included, there is also the opportunity to visit local villages, discover lesser-known temples and enjoy the beautiful Cambodian countryside.
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Day 1: UK departure Overnight flight to Bangkok. Day 2: Phnom Penh Fly to Phnom Penh and stay for two nights at the Raffles Hotel Le Royal. Enjoy a Khmer welcome dinner at the Romdeng restaurant. (BB) Day 3: Phnom Penh Take a morning cyclo tour of the city followed by an afternoon visit to the remarkable Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, housed in a former school that was taken over by the Khmer Rouge.(BB) Day 4: Phnom Penh – Kampong Cham – Kratie Proceed to Kampong Cham, a former French trading post town and soak in the scenery of rural Cambodia. Spend the afternoon in the sleepy riverside town of Kratie, staying for two nights at Sala Koh Trong Hotel. (BB) Day 5: Kratie Set out on a countryside tour, to include a boat journey crossing the river to the island of Koh Trong to experience typical Cambodian village life and to take part in a tree planting project initiated by a local farmer. (BB) Day 6: Kratie – Kampong Thom Travel through lush grasslands, home to a plethora of waterbirds, before climbing the 1000 steps of Phnom Santuk Mountain to enjoy the spectacular views. Stay overnight at Sambor Village Hotel. (BB) Day 7: Kampong Thom –Siem Reap Continue to Sambor Prei Kuk, a jungle-enclosed temple complex of pre-Angkorian ruins, rarely visited but unforgettable. Travel by bike and on foot before continuing onto Siem Reap to stay for four nights at the Heritage Suites Hotel. (BB) Day 8: Siem Reap Rise early to experience the sunrise over Angkor Wat, before travelling to the Western Baray area to see the process of silk production. After lunch explore some of the area’s many temples, including the Ta Prohm temple. (BB) Day 9: Siem Reap Make a morning visit to the ancient city of Angkor Thom and the Bayon temple and in the afternoon visit Tonlé Sap Lake to view the floating houses and flooded forests. (BB) Day 10: Siem Reap After breakfast, transfer to visit the quiet Beng Mealea and Banteay Srei temples before stopping at local communities to interact with the locals. Finish the day by watching the sunset over the paddy fields and the beautiful countryside from the pyramidal
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Pre Rup temple. (BB) Day 11: Siem Reap – Battambang Embark on one of the most stunning boat trips in Cambodia, travelling from Siem Reap to Battambang by a comfortable private boat. Please note from January to June this transfer is by road. Stay for two nights at the Bambu Battambang Hotel. (BB) Day 12: Battambang Enjoy exploring this unique city, visiting Phnom Sampeau, riding on the bamboo train and viewing the local cultural villages. (BB) Day 13: Battambang – Kampong Chhnang – Oudong – Phnom Penh Visit Kampong Chhnang, known for its traditional pottery and Oudong, the former royal capital of Cambodia. Enjoy a traditional Khmer picnic lunch and experience a ride in an ox cart before continuing onto Phnom Penh to stay overnight at the Raffles Hotel Le Royal. (BB) Day 14: Departure Fly to Bangkok and connect with overnight flight to the UK, arriving the following morning. Cost from £2,945 per person, based on two sharing each extensions are available to Kep or B Sihanoukville
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TEMPLES & BEACHES
A wonderful way to combine culture and relaxation in magical Cambodia. From marvelling at the temples, shrines & museums, to exploring the national park & jungles and spending time on the beautiful beaches, this itinerary delivers a fascinating insight into the many aspects of the country.
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Day 1: UK departure Overnight flight to Bangkok. Day 2: Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap and stay for three nights at the Heritage Suites Hotel. Enjoy an afternoon visit by tuk-tuk to Angkor Wat. (BB) Day 3: Siem Reap This morning visit the ancient city of Angkor Thom, continue to the Bayon temple and then onto the Ta Prohm temple, almost hidden in the undergrowth of jungle and vines. In the afternoon take a boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake. (BB) Day 4: Siem Reap Enjoy a free morning, to perhaps cycle to Phnom Krom, before visiting the unique Banteay Srei, a pink sandstone temple. Dinner with a traditional Khmer dance show is offered in the evening. (HB) Day 5: Siem Reap – Sihanoukville Fly to Sihanoukville to stay for three nights at the Sokha Beach Hotel. (BB) Day 6: Sihanoukville Enjoy day at leisure or join an optional tour to the Ream National Park with its jungle and mangrove forests and offshore coral reefs. (BB) Day 7: Sihanoukville Enjoy day at leisure or take an optional tour to Koh Rong Island with its pristine beach and crystal clear turquoise waters – great for snorkelling. (BB) Day 8: Sihanoukville – Kep Travel to Kep, Cambodia’s most prestigious seaside resort of the 1960’s, and now enjoying a resurgence. Stay for two nights at Knai Bang Chatt Hotel. (BB) Day 9: Kep Depart on a scenic boat trip to nearby Koh Tonsai, also called Rabbit Island, to relax and enjoy a seafood barbecue lunch. (BB) Day 10: Kep – Phnom Penh Explore Kep’s heritage sights with a guide, stopping at Kampong Trach’s caves which house small Buddhist shrines dating back centuries. Continue onto Phnom Penh to stay for two nights at the Raffles Hotel Le Royal. (BB) Day 11: Phnom Penh Discover the secrets of authentic Khmer cuisine with a visit to the market and a morning cooking class before enjoying a cyclo ride of the city’s main sights. (BB) Day 12: Departure Fly to Bangkok and connect with overnight flight to the UK, arriving the following morning.
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JOURNEY ALONG THE MEKONG
A unique way to travel between Cambodia & Vietnam on a luxurious river cruise liner. Journey at a leisurely pace and experience the great Mekong River and all that it has to offer – its scenery, villages and local culture.
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Sap Lake is home to more fish than any other lake in the world and is also host to a vast variety of birds, including rare and endangered species. Enjoy lunch as the ship glides through the water. (FB) Day 2: Kampong Chhnang Each day starts with an invigorating Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck as the sun rises. After breakfast, transfer to a motorboat for an excursion to the wetlands and floating houses at Kampong Chhnang. (FB) Day 3: Kampong Chhnang – Kampong Cham An early start to take to the road to visit the preAngkorian temple of Wat Hanchey. Return to the ship to witness a blessing ceremony performed by saffron-clad local monks. Cruise towards Kampong Cham to visit Wat Nokor. (FB) Day 4: Kampong Cham – Phnom Penh Before disembarking for a tour of the capital city, attend a lecture on the recent history of both the city and the country. Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields before returning to the boat to enjoy cocktails, a traditional Apsara dance performance and an on-deck barbeque. (FB) Day 5: Phnom Penh – border crossing A lazy day of cruising along the main Mekong Channel before immigration formalities are completed in the late-afternoon at the Vietnamese border. (FB) Day 6: Chau Doc – Sa Dec Enjoy a visit to the floating villages and rustic catfish farms of Chau Doc before travelling to An Hung village to take honey tea & local delicacies with a family before returning to the boat. (FB) Day 7: Sa Dec – Cai Be – My Tho Visit the village of Binh Thanh, where every villager is involved in the process of growing and processing water hyacinths, and after lunch visit Cai Be’s boisterous and colourful floating market. A tranquil evening cruise and farewell party awaits in the evening. (FB) Day 8: My Tho – Ho Chi Minh City The cruise comes to an end as the ship winds its way to My Tho, before the journey is completed in nearby Ho Chi Minh City.
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Weddings and Honeymoons
At Cleveland Collection we will help you plan the most romantic, idyllic and unforgettable day to remember. More and more couples are choosing to marry abroad in tropical and exotic surroundings. Some choose a deserted island, while others opt for a romantic beach at sunset, or a location overlooking a favourite monument, temple, lake or mountain. Some couples want to plight their troth alone while others want to be surrounded by family and friends. Whatever choice you make we are here to help you. Our experienced wedding co-ordinators have arranged for couples to marry all over the world and are here to lend their expertise to you. WEDDINGS
We can arrange your wedding in: India Indonesia Malaysia Singapore Sri Lanka Thailand We can sort out all your official documents, organise the registrar or church and take the worry out of all your pre-wedding plans. With our experience we can organise everything from flowers to wedding cakes to witnesses – we can even find you a designer or a dress maker if you have not made up your mind what to wear. Of course we make all your travel arrangements and look after those of your family and friends, as well as helping them choose where to stay and holiday either before or after the happy event. RENEWING YOUR VOWS
Another experience growing in popularity is couples wishing to renew their vows in some special location. Sometimes it may be returning to their honeymoon resort, for others it may be a trip into the unknown. The Cleveland Collection’s wedding experts can help you choose the place and help sort out a ceremony especially for you.
HONEYMOONS
Whether you choose to remain in the same place that you married or to travel onwards for your honeymoon we can organise and help. For if there is one holiday that really has to be idyllic, it’s a honeymoon. Our specialists offer a stunning choice of locations, from unspoilt beaches, tropical islands, romantic fort palaces, to stylish hotels and exquisite hideaways, all personalised to create the most important and memorable holiday you will ever take. Upgrades and romantic surprises are the norm, from champagne and flowers and secluded suites, to a couple’s massage or a sunset cruise for two. Whether you want to stay on a tiny secluded island, take a cultural tour or learn to scuba-dive, enjoy the bustle of a glamorous city location or even try a cookery course – we know the places and the locations where all of this is possible. WEDDING LIST
In response to requests and enquiries from relatives and friends of the happy couple Cleveland Collection has developed a flexible wedding gift concept. While your personal specialist travel consultant works closely with you to arrange your ideal honeymoon, we then compile a list containing elements of the honeymoon that friends and family can purchase or contribute to as a wedding gift. The concept has been received with resounding success as the couple enjoys the benefit of additional resources and activities that they might otherwise not have been able to include/afford. Guests enjoy a little insight into your honeymoon, appreciate the convenience of the wedding gift system, and are truly excited about giving an experience instead of an object. The wedding list is simple. Let your friends and family know that your wedding list is held with Cleveland Collection. You can do this either on your invitations, by email or, if you wish, we can send out a mailing on your behalf. You decide with your dedicated wedding consultant what you want on your list, and each guest can contribute accordingly. Honeymooners pay the balance of their holiday 8 weeks prior to departure, but the wedding list remains open right up to the wedding date, protecting the couple from disappointment and ensuring no pressure about payment deadlines for your guests.
The couple receives regular updates of the wedding All we ask is that you give us sufficient time to organise list. On return from honeymoon, an updated list the ceremony of your dreams – and we will ensure is sent to the newly-weds, making it easy to send you will have the happiest of worry-free weddings. thank-you's.
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Booking Conditions All reservations are made with Cleveland Travel Limited trading as Cleveland Collection, a company registered in England under company number 2797491. In the following conditions the term company means Cleveland Travel Limited trading as Cleveland Collection, and the term customer means the person signing the booking form and all other persons on whose behalf he or she signs it. Consumer protection All holidays and flights in this brochure are ATOL protected, since we hold an Air Travel Organisers Licence granted by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is ATOL3384. For further information visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk. The Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT) provides financial protection under the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 for Cleveland Travel, and in the event of their insolvency, protection is provided for the following: 1. non-flight packages commencing in and returning to the UK; 2. non-flight packages commencing and returning to a country other than the UK; and 3. flight inclusive packages that commence outside of the UK, which are sold to customers outside of the UK. 1, 2 and 3 provides for a refund in the event you have not yet travelled. 1 and 3 provides for repatriation. Please note that bookings made outside the UK are only protected by ABTOT when purchased directly with Cleveland Travel. 1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY To make a holiday booking the customer should complete, sign and send in a booking form with a deposit of 20% of the holiday cost requested or the full amount if the booking is made within ten weeks of departure. The booking is accepted and the contract made when the company issues a confirmation invoice, which is usually within twenty four hours of receiving the booking form. Please note that on some occasions more than 20% deposit may be required. 2. PAYMENTS Payment of all confirmation invoices must reach the company not later than ten weeks prior to departure. 3. AMENDMENTS AND CANCELLATION (i)Amendments The company will make every effort to assist you if you wish to alter your arrangements. Requests for an amendment must be in writing, signed by the signatory of the booking form. If the Company is successful in making your requested amendment then you must pay an amendment charge of £50.00 per booking. If the Company is not successful then there will be no charge. (ii) Cancellations All cancellations must be advised in writing, signed by the signatory of the booking form. Cancellations are effective on the day that they are received by the Company. Recorded delivery is strongly recommended. The following Cancellation charges (together with holiday insurance premium) will be payable, depending on the number of days prior to departure the company receives your notice of cancellation. Days prior to departure date when written advice of cancellation received
Percentage of total holiday cost
More than 70 days 69 to 42 days 41 to 29 days 28 to 15 days 14 days
Loss of deposit 30% of total holiday cost 75% of total holiday cost 90% of total holiday cost 100% of total holiday cost
(iii) Amendments by the company After the confirmation invoice has been issued, the Company makes every effort to operate all holidays as confirmed. In very rare circumstances, the company may have to modify your holiday before you depart. If the modification is significant the Company will notify you as soon as practically possible and you will be entitled to one of the following options as chosen by the Company:(a) take a substitute package of equivalent quality at no extra cost to you; or (b) take a substitute package of lower quality and recover from the company the difference in value between the original arrangements and the new ones; or (c) have repaid to you as soon as possible all monies paid by you under the contract, where upon your holiday arrangements will be cancelled. In addition, if the Company has to modify your holiday it will pay you compensation for non-performance of the contract (see table below for levels of compensation), if this is for any reason other than ‘force majeure’ (see opposite).
Days prior to departure date when notification of change is sent
Minimum compensation per person
More than 42 days 21 to 42 days prior 15 to 20 days prior 0 to 14 days prior
£10.00 £20.00 £25.00 £30.00
‘Force majeure’ means unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond the Company’s control, the consequence of which neither the Company nor its suppliers could avoid even if all due care had been exercised. This may include, but is not limited to, war, threat of war, riot, civil strife, terrorist activity (actual or threatened), industrial dispute, technical problems with transport, machinery or equipment, power failure, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, flood, drought, adverse weather conditions and level of water in rivers. If the Company becomes unable to provide a significant proportion of your holiday after it has commenced, suitable alternative arrangements will be made for you at no extra charge to you or, alternatively, you will be returned to you point of departure and given a pro rata refund for ground arrangements not received. You may also in such circumstances be entitled to compensation by the Company in accordance with the table above. (iv) Cancellation by the Company If you fail to pay the balance of the holiday price at least 10 weeks (70 days) before departure, the Company will treat your booking as cancelled and levy the cancellation charge as set out in paragraph 3(ii) above. If the Company is obliged to cancel your holiday in any other circumstances before departure, the Company will use its best endeavours to offer alternative arrangements at no extra cost to you, or offer a substitute package of lower quality and you may recover from the Company the difference in cost, or have repaid to you as soon as possible all monies paid by you. In addition, unless the cancellation has been caused by force majeure the Company will pay you compensation as set out in paragraph 3(ii). (v) The Company Liability (i) We accept responsibility for ensuring that your travel arrangements, which you booked with us are supplied as described in our printed material and the services offered reach a reasonable standard. If any part is not provided as promised, we will pay you the appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of your travel arrangements. (ii) We accept responsibility for death, injury or illness caused by the negligent acts and/or omissions of our employees, agents and suppliers, whilst acting within the scope of/or in the course of their employment in the provision of your travel arrangements. We will accordingly pay to you such damages as might have been awarded in such circumstances under English law. (iii) I n respect of the services provided by air or sea carriers, our liability in all cases shall be limited in the manner provided by international conventions and conditions of carriage of our suppliers. Copies of these conventions and, conditions of carriage are available on request. Operational decisions may be taken by air or sea carriers and, airports and ferry terminals resulting in delays, diversions or re-scheduling, over which our company has no control. When such changes are made, our Company will endeavour to minimise any inconvenience. (vi) I f you have a problem If you have a problem during your holiday, please inform the relevant supplier (e.g., hotel) and our local representative immediately, who will endeavour to put things right. Not only may prompt action enable you to enjoy your holiday, but it is also a legal requirement, the omission of which can substantially affect your rights against our company. If it is not possible to make the complaint to the appropriate organisation at the time, you should make contact with our company, so that our company can endeavour to resolve it. However, should a problem remain unsolved, a complaint should be made in writing to our company office manager within thirty days of your return. Please note we do not use an approved provider to resolve disputes. (vii) Our company price policy Our suggested itineraries are prepared many months before the start of your holiday and the prices quoted in them are for your guidance only. If at the time of booking the price has changed from that shown in our suggested itineraries, you will be told of the revised price applicable to the travel arrangements before you commit yourself. Cleveland Travel Ltd trading as Cleveland Collection. Registered in England and Wales No. 2797491. VAT Registration No. 626 085
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