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C O N T E N T S May 2021
WATER 04| Paul Gauguin Cruises 06| PONANT
AIR 10| FunFlights
LAND 12| Avatan Charter Bus Cambodia
LIFESTYLE 16| Ultimate Driving Tours 18| Horizon Horseback South Africa & Botswana 20| Asana Old Wooden House
DESTINATION 24| Exclusive France Tours 26| EcoTravel 28| Butterfly Paradise 30| Kulen Mountain Trek Run
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COVER FEATURE Paul Gauguin Cruises Tahiti, French Polynesia, Fiji and the South Pacific
PAUL GAUGUIN CRUISES is the expert of French Polynesia region for over 20 years. In the heart of the treasures of Tahiti, French Polynesia, and the South Pacific, the company offers an unparalleled cruise experience aboard the brand new m/s Paul Gauguin. Enhancing her elegant Polynesian signature with a chic and fresh style, the 332-passenger ship has been refitted this year to enrich guests’ experience and to take large environmental upgrades. On board, Polynesian hosts share their island history and culture through talks and demonstrations and multiple activities are offered: swimming, diving, kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkelling... and even privileged moments, isolated from the rest of the world, on the private islet of Motu Mahana. In September 2019, Paul Gauguin Cruises joined PONANT’s family, the world leader of small-ship cruising.
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PONANT Marseille, France Created in 1988 by officers of the French Merchant Navy, PONANT has created a new style of cruising, under the French flag, through a unique conception of sea travel and a commitment to promoting responsible tourism. Accessing exceptional territories aboard yachts with up to 132 staterooms featuring refined design, on which the art of living and excellent cuisine take pride of place: such is the promise of a unique and authentic PONANT voyage. Its fleet of 12 vessels is one of the most modern and recent in the world, fully CLEANSHIP certified by Bureau Veritas, attesting to a reduced environmental impact. PONANT surrounds itself with prestigious partners (Ducasse Conseil, Relais & Châteaux, National Geographic, etc.) and the best naturalists and experts who share their expertise and passion during encounters and lectures.
au.ponant.com presse@ponant.com
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FunFlights Bern, Switzerland
FunFlights offers the most incredible helicopter tours from the Swiss Capital city airport. They have 5 different sightseeing routes, which last from 18 to 75 minutes and lead over the Swiss capital to the high mountains over Switzerland. In the event on the short tour, passengers have a view of the romantic old town of Bern, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983. The longer flights take you over green fields, turquoise blue lakes to the white mountain peaks, with views of glaciers and the Swiss Alps. FunFlights is working together with the Mountain Flyers 80 Ltd. a helicopter company, which operates on the BernBelp airport since 1980. A very experienced and reliable partner who can show all permits and insurance certificates to ensure your safety!
www.funflights.ch info@funflights.ch
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Land
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Avatan Charter Bus Cambodia Siem Reap, Cambodia AVATAN CHARTER BUS CAMBODIA offers Luxury coaches, mini-buses and vans with its own driver on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. They are proud to be on the list of top luxury bus rental companies in Cambodia. They guarantee that their high standard and luxury modern buses, as well as experienced drivers will ensure that you are choosing the right company with high security, safety and harmonious conditions. In their fleet they own a variety of 40-seat luxury buses, 25seat buses, 17-seat minibuses and 13-seat vans to meet different group or individual’s requirement. No matter what kind of coach requirement you need with a driver, either a short or long duration or distance, they are there to serve you in every way in providing you high-class transportation services in Cambodia.
www.avatancharterbus.com info@avatancharterbus.com
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Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa | Mauritius
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Lifestyle
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Ultimate Driving Tours South Melbourne, Australia Ultimate Driving Tours was born from a passion for all things motor-related, and an appreciation for the finer things in life. They specialise in exclusive and unforgettable supercar driving tours, motorsport packages and track events, as part of a luxury travel experience. Drive a selection of supercars on the world’s best roads, enjoy VIP hospitality at F1’s most electrifying races, or strap into a race car to conquer iconic circuits like Nurburgring and Spa. Complement your journey with the perfect blend of lavish accommodation, sumptuous gourmet dining, and handpicked lifestyle experiences that complete your bucket-list journey. You can enjoy their award-winning luxury holiday all over the globe, from Europe to the Americas and Australasia.
www.ultimatedrivingtours.com info@ultimatedrivingtours.com
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Horizon Horseback South Africa & Botswana Waterberg Mountains Limpopo, South Africa & Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana Discover Africa on horseback and have a wonderful holiday with Horizon Horseback! Horizon Horseback have been running horse riding safaris in Africa since 1993. With three safaris (Signature Safari, African Explorer and the Tuli Safari) to choose from in South Africa and Botswana, there is something for everyone. Experience incredible wildlife, stunning scenery and warm hospitality at these two internationally renowned riding operations. Horizon Horseback are dedicated to making sure that you and your family and friends have the most awesome riding holiday possible, in the most outstanding wildlife destinations in Southern Africa.
www.ridinginafrica.com laura@ridinginafrica.com
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Asana Old Wooden House Siem Reap, Cambodia Come discover the last remaining wooden house of old market district in the heart of Siem Reap. A Khmer Cocktail Bar with cosy sitting arrangements and tiny tables made of trunks will offer superb comfort with herbal cocktails, classical cocktails, and Khmer cocktails being served. Learn how to use traditional Khmer herbs, spices and infused rice spirits to create your own cocktails.
www.facebook.com/Asana-Cambodian-House-189717624471117/ booking@asana-cambodia.com
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Destination
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Exclusive France Tours Nice, France Exclusive France Tours is a prestigious bespoke travel agency that specialises in authentic, tailor-made luxury tours in France, with an emotional, cultural, experiential French touch. With over 20 years of experience in high-end travel and tourism for individuals, groups and companies, entirely unique luxury experiences and cultural explorations are created. EMOTION plays a central part in their private tours, which are entirely out of the ordinary, full of authentic discoveries and exclusive experiences. Exclusive France Tours know how to transform journeys into revelations, transcend reality and reconnect to the inner state of grace. They are part of their client’s story, designing meaningful trips, exciting thematic journeys and handcrafted luxury tours through Arts, Culinary, Wines, History and Local hearts.
www.exclusive-france-tours.com/en exclusivefrancetours@gmail.com
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Destination
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EcoTravel Lawang, Indonesia Jungle boutique in the Sumatran rainforest. Eco Travel are proud of their EcoTravel Cottages – the most atmospheric hotel in Bukit Lawang. Inspired by the love of creative design they have combined western comfort and traditional jungle style with a dream location. Facing Gunung Leuser rainforest, this stunning hotel right next the Sumatran jungle was linked to create an inspiring place best described as “barefoot boutique” and “jungle chic”. The beautiful garden with its unique riverside location is perfect for spotting wildlife just a few meters away. Or take a swim and relax before and after your trek with the frequently awarded guiding team! In a perfect blend of comfort and budget, the EcoTravel team offers a variety of rooms to meet different needs. All rooms offer private bathrooms with hot water shower, tea and coffee making facilities, complimentary items, WiFi, mosquito nets, fan, safety boxes and – except for the budget rooms – mini-bar and big balconies with frontal jungle views. All the staff are from nearby villages, most of the food offered is sourced locally. Apart from that ecological guidelines are followed by managing different types of waste and avoiding plastic.
www.sumatra-ecotravel.com/sumatra-hotel info@sumatra-ecotravel.com
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Butterfly Paradise Siem Reap, Cambodia Experience the beauty and lives of these flappy flower-loving friends in a peaceful tropical botanical garden resplendent with waterfalls and ponds. Walk! Stop! Take selfies with butterflies! Don’t miss this opportunity for a close up experience with butterflies in Asia’s newest and largest enclosed butterfly garden. Butterfly Paradise is a large botanical garden that is good for couples, kids and big groups to explore, relax and enjoy the beauty of nature; a hidden gem in Siem Reap that is great for pre wedding photography and a good honeymoon spot.
www.butterflyparadise.net butterflyparadisesr@gmail.com
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Destination
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Kulen Mountain Trek Run Siem Reap, Cambodia Six sweet reasons that make Kulen Mountain Trek-Runs special: No 1: The Trek-Run is in the Mountains and away from the bustling traffic of Siem Reap City. No 2: The event is the best platform for promoting the Local Economy of Kulen Mountain. No 3: The Trek-Run Event has a purpose and is filled with Good Values: • Promoting Environmental Awareness – includes tree planting • Promoting Responsible Management – single-use plastic is not allowed • Promoting Eco-Tourism – Kulen Mountain is promoted as a Local Destination! No 4: They use systematic pricing to showcase Equality, Affordability & Satisfaction (same price for Locals and Expats in Cambodia). No 5: The registration fee includes a small tree for planting, Sports-water-bottles, round-trip transportation, and more! No 6: Unlike other Marathon Events in Siem Reap, Kulen Mountain has a maximum ceiling of runners per event. www.kulenmountaintrekrun.com kulenmountaintrekrun@gmail.com
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