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Bangkok, 16 June 2011

Dear Partner,

D-Brief Edition 10 showcases how accessible Asia is with Diethelm Travel. We offer you a

variety of exciting transportation choices guaranteed to spice up your journey.

Most of our customers fly for several hours, crossing mountains and oceans, to reach the

continent we call home. Having arrived in Asia, we recommend thinking differently. Do not

just hop on yet another plane; take the train and enjoy the panoramic vistas of an

overland journey.

We also look at novel ideas to get a bird‟s-eye view of sightseeing attractions and, reserved

for the privileged few, splash out on a helicopter charter or arrive in style at your hotel in a

restored classic car from a bygone era. Alternatively, for the thrill seekers, soar high above

the ground in a micro-light or strap yourself in for a fun ride through the countryside in an

ex-army jeep.

So this month, go wild and try something different.

Sincerely yours,

Your Diethelm Travel Team

You have, no doubt, been sitting on a

plane for several long hours to reach your

chosen Asian destination. So when you

finally arrive, instead of opting for the

obvious transportation method, why not

choose to explore something out of the

ordinary? Whilst some of the options,

such as the Eastern & Oriental Express are

well known, the possibilities of

experiencing Southeast Asia with different

modes of transport are endless.

Travelling at an average speed of 200km/h

or more, China‟s brand new bullet train

network is fantastic to cover long distances

and see the country at the same time. The

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway chugging up

the hills at a maximum speed of 15km/h,

allows you to experience the India of a

bygone era.

Both Bagan and Angkor Wat offer

opportunities to take in amazing aerial

views of Asia‟s most celebrated UNESCO

World Heritage Sites. To top it all off,

indulge and arrive in style at your final

Thai destination in a privately chartered

helicopter. Lavish to say the least!

In Luang Prabang, consider turning your

arrival transfer into a nostalgic experience,

enjoying a ride in a vintage Mercedes. The

more adventurous traveller will find a city

tour of Ho Chi Minh on the back seat of a

restored Vespa exhilarating.

Automobiles

Planes

Trains

Trains, Planes & Automobiles

The benefits of travelling by train are

obvious. No other mode of transport will

get you closer to a country‟s culture and

people. Passing through villages, rice

paddies, forests and along mountain

ranges, you can watch the farmers at work

and immerse yourself in breathtaking

scenery. Exploring a country by taking the

local train also gives you ample

opportunity to interact and meet the

locals, whether on the train or during

stops.

Travelling by train, you are leaving a

smaller carbon footprint behind than by

taking a plane or car. Knowing the

environmental benefits, your journey in

either a historical train or the newest high

speed train will be an even better

experience.

The choice of trains ranges from China‟s

new bullet train, India‟s old steam engines

that still pull their carriages like they did

120 years ago, to local trains and luxury

trains such as the Eastern & Oriental

Express.

Trains

Did you know?

The first commercial train passenger

service in Asia was inaugurated in India

in the year 1853. On 16th April of the

same year, a train with 14 railway

carriages and 400 guests on board left

Bombay's Bori Bunder Terminal for

Thane. The 34 kilometres long journey

took an hour and fifteen minutes.

China’s New High Speed Rail Network

China has unveiled the worlds fastest high-speed

train to date. With an average speed of 350km/h, this

mode of transport is very efficient to say the least. It

is projected that China has so far spent in the region

of USD 50 billion on the infrastructure for this

network.

China has very ambitious development plans to roll

out these high-speed trains throughout the country

linking rural communities including around 42 new

lines by the end of 2012. By 2020 it‟s expected to

consist of around 25749 km of track, the largest in

the world. Main routes include Beijing to Shanghai

and Guangzhou. Currently operational is Shanghai to

Hangzhou, departing every 30 minutes with a journey

time of one hour and an approximate cost of 23

dollars per person each way.

Mind boggling technology has revolutionized domestic

travel within China. Contact us for more information

on current operational routes we can pre-book for

you.

Picture source: http://nzexporter.co.nz

This world-renowned train has become an icon for

nostalgic luxury train travel in South East Asia.

Travelling from Singapore through the lush sweeping

countryside of Malaysia and Thailand, this is a

journey like no other.

Transport yourself into a bygone era where dressing

up for dinner in the opulent dining car is

accompanied by fine wines, delicious cuisine and a

relaxing ambience.

Journeys include classic routes such as Bangkok to

Singapore, as well as the new edition, „Chronicles of

South East Asia‟. Four odysseys exploring the region

in much greater depth, from the ancient Khmer

temples to the lush rice fields of Thailand‟s interiors.

These new options range from 4-day journey‟s to 7-

day epic experiences.

Diethelm Travel Group works in close partnership with

Orient Express, so contact us for ideas of how to

incorporate these memorable itineraries with city

stopovers or relaxing beach breaks.

E&O Express Experiences

Depart on an environmentally friendly tour taking

you through the central plains of Thailand to the

UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ayutthaya,

Sukhothai and Si Satchanalai.

Taking local trains (non-air-conditioned), you have

the opportunity to experience Thailand‟s countryside

and to interact with the locals, as you observe the

passing by rice fields and visit small villages. En

route, visit the sights by bicycle and local transport,

such as pedalled rickshaws, horse carriage or ox-

carts to make a positive contribution to the en-

vironment.

“Northern Thailand by Train” offers a sustainable and

laid back way to discover the highlights of Thailand.

Trains in Thailand are clean, reliable and used by the

friendly locals. Whilst they are basic and not all of

them are air-conditioned, you will be too busy taking

in the beautiful landscape and impressions to miss

any amenities you might be used to from your home

country.

Do not hesitate to ask Diethelm Travel Thailand for

more information about this tour.

Northern Thailand by Train

Nothing can match the experience of chugging up

the hills, past little hamlets and terraced fields,

making your way through tunnels and over

breathtaking bridges. The Darjeeling Himalayan

Railway‟s leisurely pace offers you panoramic views,

whilst the invigorating air and scenic hill resorts

provide a welcome respite from the hustle and

bustle of the city.

The Railway is on the UNESCO World Heritage list

due to its age, 1878 AD, as well as its remarkable

feat of engineering. A tiny century-old engine, to

every train connoisseur's delight, pulls the charming

two carriage toy train for 87 km in 9 hours, from

Siliguri on the Indian plains up to the hill resort of

Darjeeling. On board are Nepalese women, who use

the cheap transport to visit friends and relatives, as

well as tourists, train enthusiasts, schoolchildren

and wandering ascetics. At times the narrow gauge

railway track and the road seem to move in

tandem, twisting and crossing each other 150 times

during its slow ascent.

India by Train

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

A ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is not for

the hurried and hassled traveller but for those who

wish to dreamily gaze at rhododendrons, misty tea

slopes, the distant snowy peak of Kanchenjunga and

life along the tracks. Moving at a maximum speed of

15 kilometres per hour, the train steams through the

colourful bazaar of Kurseong, where people move

away from purchasing for a second to allow the train

through. The brakeman leans out to watch for any

obstacles on track, whilst the driver of 40 years

experience anticipates the long haul up to Ghum; at

2247m is the highest railway station in India. No

wonder Mark Twain described his trip on the Railway

as “the most enjoyable day I have spent on the

earth.”

Two additional narrow gauge trains worth

experiencing are the toy train from Kalka to Shimla,

as well as the Nilgiri Mountain Railway which chugs

at a maximum speed of 33 kilometres per hour to

the hill resort of Ooty. Should you be interested in

booking one of these fantastic train journeys,

Diethelm Travel India would be happy to assist you.

Having so much geographical diversity, Sri Lanka is

the perfect place to hop on a train and watch the

scenery pass by. Train journeys in Sri Lanka are not

only cheap, but are a wonderful and unique

experience for visitors wishing to explore the island‟s

tea-growing hills.

The Sri Lankan Railway offers two classes to choose

from: second class or the „Observation Car‟. We

recommend you book an Observation Car ticket.

While not quite as luxurious as the Eastern &

Oriental Express (the car does not have air-

conditioning), the Observation Car provides the best

seats on this route. The car is at the rear of the train

and has comfortable seats facing a large picture

window looking back along the track. The scenery is

breathtaking! Board the train in Kandy and on the

way to Nanu Oya you will see Sri Lanka‟s hill

villages, glittering green tea fields, gushing

waterfalls and observe the daily lives of the local

people.

Nuwara Eliya, a colonial hill station at 2000 metres

above sea level, can be visited easily from Nanu Oya

Sri Lanka by Train

train station. Home of the famous Ceylon Tea,

Nuwara Eliya was modelled after an English country

town, with red-brick houses and green meadows.

Due to its all year around cool climate, the British

made this little hill town into a summer retreat in the

early 1800‟s and most of its colonial charm still

remains. Travellers, who, after the 5-hour journey to

Nany Oya, have not yet seen enough tea estates and

rolling hills, can board the train again and continue

through the heart of Sri Lanka to Bandarawela and

Ella.

Should you decide to book a train ride as part of

your Sri Lanka tour, your driver will take your

luggage and meet you wherever you decided to

stop. It‟s hassle free!

However, booking a train ticket in Sri Lanka can be

time-consuming, as the procedures are still pretty

outdated. We at Diethelm Travel are happy to

provide this additional service to ensure you don‟t

miss this great experience.

Train through the Tea Plantations

Sometimes time is of the essence. Much of

our time is spent at airports waiting at

customs, working our way through security

check points, only to then find out that the

flight has been delayed. Chartering your

own private jet or helicopter allows you to

avoid this hassle and enjoy a luxurious,

peaceful travel experience without the

disturbance of long queues.

Hiring your own aircraft, you are able to

choose when to depart and where to go.

With smaller aircrafts or helicopters the

choices of different arrival airfields

increase dramatically.

Private charter makes your trip

exceptional, entirely stress-free and,

travelling with a group of friend or family,

it can be unexpectedly cost-effective too.

Alternatively, why not treat yourself with a

flight over the UNESCO World Heritage

Site of Angkor Wat or the crystal blue

waters of southern Thailand?

Aerial sightseeing gives you the

opportunity to experience the grand sights

of Southeast Asia from a bird‟s eye view.

Soar through the skies with qualified and

experienced pilots and enjoy a fantastic

view of the topographical gems of

Thailand or Cambodia‟s ancient ruins.

There is no better way to take in and

appreciate what these extensive sights

have to offer than by circling over them.

Read more about these and more exciting

options to make every holiday exceptional

over the next pages.

Planes

Micro-Light Flights over Siem Reap

Enjoy a breath taking bird eyes view of Siem Reap

and its surrounding countryside from aboard a Quik

GTV-450 micro-light aircraft. Just 5 kilometres outside

of Siem Reap, at the “Jayavarman Airfield”, hop in an

ultramodern micro-light aircraft with a 9 meters wing

span and a maximum take-off weight of 450

kilograms. The pilot flies over the region‟s different

landmarks with flights ranging from 15 minutes to 1

hour. Choose from one of the four different routes,

either following the Siem Reap River down to the

Tonle Sap Lake flying over the floating villages and

rice paddies, or over the ancient temples to see the

area from a completely different perspective.

Flying times are from early in the morning until

sunset; however, during the rainy season clouds may

form in the afternoon and thermal activity during the

hot season might prevent the aircraft from flying in

the middle of the day. Hence early morning flights,

when there is still a fresh breeze, are highly

recommended.

Marco Polo, the explorer himself, described Bagan as

"one of the finest sights in the world". Visitors to

Myanmar should not miss out on seeing Bagan‟s

breathtaking pagodas, spread over an area of 41

square kilometres, comfortably from the basket of a

hot air balloon.

Imagine gently floating over hundreds of ruins built

during the 11th and 13th century, the Ayeyarwaddy

River slowly flowing southwards below you while the

sun rises over the immense ochre and sandy plains.

The balloon is travelling at a slow pace, not

exceeding 25 kilometres per hour, allowing you to

take in the serene and peaceful early-morning

atmosphere. Gentle winds guide you over ancient

temples, providing a perfect backdrop and a once-in-

a-lifetime experience. The friendly and well-trained

balloon crew will welcome you with a glass of

champagne after the landing, rounding off the 45

minutes to one hour flight in style.

Sunrise as well as sunset champagne flights can be

booked daily from October through to the end of

March with Diethelm Travel Myanmar.

Balloons over Bagan

When visiting Angkor Wat and its surrounding

historical landmarks, it is impossible to not be

impressed by the size and complexity of the ancient

ruins. There is no better way to get an

understanding and overview of the ruins than to

have a bird‟s eye view of the UNESCO World

Heritage site from 200 metres above the ground.

Located one kilometre from Angkor Wat, a tethered

balloon lifts up to 30 people at one time in the air,

offering exciting views of Angkor Wat and Phonm

Bakheng.

From the stationery vantage point you will see the

city of Siem Reap, the old temple ruins as well as the

West Baray, a large water reservoir of 8 kilometres in

length, built in the 10th century. On a good day

visibility can be up to 20 kilometres, giving views

over the Cambodian countryside with its rice fields

and villages. A ten minute ascent will only set you

back around 15 USD. This spectacular experience fits

every budget and can be incorporated into your

itinerary or booked separately with Diethelm Travel

Cambodia.

Ballooning over Angkor

dedicated airport for private jets in

Bangkok. However, your private jet

experience can lead you anywhere in the

region, even to the most remote places.

The luxury fleet boasts jets for all needs:

The Piper Malibu Mirage and Cessna

Citation CJ3 provide the ultimate in

flexibility and comfort for short-haul air

charters, while the newest member of the

jet fleet, the Cessna Citation X, can reach

Bangkok to Dubai non-stop and allows you

to enjoy the fastest business jet travel in

the world.

All jets come with luxurious club seating

and a full range of on-board amenities. A

personalized Meet & Greet service as well

as immigration and customs on site ensure

a speedy and hassle-free trip for all

passengers.

Private Jet Charter around the Region

Is your client thinking about whisking the

whole family off to a luxury resort in the

Andaman Sea or are you about to plan a

golf trip for your most valued customer

and his friends?

Think about the benefits a privately

chartered jet will offer your customers.

Any place at any time, provided the

destination has an airport of course. For

small groups, flying by private plane is so

much less stressful and time-consuming.

No queues, no other passengers – in short

the vacation begins the second you step

on the plane. Offering flexibility in tailoring

your itinerary, travelling by chartered plane

will make to most of your customer‟s

holiday experience.

MJets, Diethelm Travel‟s preferred partner,

is based at Don Mueang Intl. Airport, the

Why not save precious time and arrive in style at The

Peninsula‟s own helipad?

Diethelm Travel Thailand can arrange private

helicopter charters in brand new EC-130 and EC-135

Eurocopters. VIP helicopter transfers from Bangkok

International Airport to The Peninsula Bangkok are

available from approximately 2,270 USD. This

includes fast track immigration services, followed by a

short 10-minute BMW transfer to the helicopter

operation centre where you will board your helicopter

and soar over Bangkok‟s skyline.

The stress-free 35 minutes flight will take you high

above Bangkok‟s notorious traffic jams and safely

drop you off on the roof-top of The Peninsula, where

the hotel staff will be waiting for you.

For a surcharge other pick-up and drop-off locations

in the city are available, as well as Hua Hin or

Pattaya. It is definitely the fastest and most stylish

way to transfer in Bangkok.

Thailand

Sightseeing tours by helicopter are available on

Phuket for visitors who are looking for an exclusive

experience. Departing from the helicopter operation

centre close to Phuket Airport, you will fly over

Bangtao and Surin beach and get a unique view of

Patong, before soaring over the turquoise ocean for

a glimpse of Phi Phi Island and the famous Maya

Bay. You will spot sailing yachts in the crystal blue

bays and, if lucky, even a school of dolphins. The

turquoise water and white powdery beaches make

for a great contrast and fantastic play of colours.

A different route takes you over the limestone cliffs

of Phang Nga Bay with its floating villages and the

famous James Bond Island. Escape from Phuket‟s

busy pace for a while and enjoy views of the island‟s

lush tropical vegetation; an unforgettable experience

in the comfort of your privately chartered helicopter.

The helicopter can also be chartered for private

transfers to resorts such as Six Senses Yao Noi or

The Ratcha and we can easily book those for you.

Private Helicopter Charter

Travelling from point A to B on top of an

overloaded lorry, maybe even sitting on

the week‟s latest purchases, is not an

uncommon sight in Southeast Asia. Whilst

we do not recommend this mode of

transport to you, it does not always have

to be the Toyota minivan or 45-seater tour

bus. If you are looking for alternative

transfer or sightseeing options, look no

further than here. Over the next pages, we

will give you a couple of fun and exciting

choices.

Take the luxurious Elephant Coach, a

restored Chevrolet bus, which tours

Myanmar. Knowing that Myanmar has had

import restrictions on cars for many years

and as a result newer models are hard to

come by, exploring the country in this

beautifully restored coach is the ultimate

luxury.

For many enthusiasts a classic car is not

just a car anymore; it's a thing of beauty.

A vintage car transfer is perfect for

travellers who look for more than a quick

way from the airport to their hotel. Visiting

the old French colonial towns of Luang

Prabang and Hanoi, a trip in a classic car

from the period makes for a memorable

addition to your holiday.

The more adventurous could opt for a

sightseeing tour on the back of a cool

vintage Vespa scooter. Whizzing through

the fast-paced and sometimes chaotic

traffic of Ho Chi Minh, you will see the city

from a different point of view and save

valuable time. But no worries, your

Vietnamese Vespa driver knows the

unspoken traffic rules of the city and will

get you around safely.

Automobiles

Elephant Coach Myanmar

Since the time of the old British colonial days, the

country has several Chevrolet trucks, which were

originally used by the British Army. When Myanmar

gained its independence, these vehicles‟ were

converted into passenger transport. From these

busses, the Elephant Coach was born as a tourist

sightseeing mode of transport.

Sit back in this handcrafted luxurious replica of the

old Chevrolet bus, as it is the ultimate way to travel,

when in Myanmar. Sound and heat proof with a

powerful engine, the Coach is comfortable, robust

and available in Bagan and Mandalay.

Why not travel between Bagan and Mandalay

overland by this mode of transport, passing through

Mandalay, Pwin Oo Lwin, Lashio and Maymyo on the

way to Bagan. Contact us for more information on

detailed itineraries and pricing.

Vintage Cars

The former French colonies of Vietnam and Laos still

have some of their famous colonial hotels which offer

lovingly restored vintage cars for a really special

transfer experience.

When staying at either the Sofitel Metropole in Hanoi

or the 3 Nagas in Luang Prabang, why not arrive in

style from the airport?

The Metropole in Hanoi has two fantastic Citroen

Troxian Avant cars from 1930; a dose of colonial

nostalgic fun at its best.

At the 3 Nagas in Luang Prabang, Laos, you can

prebook this charming arrival in either the restored

1950 Citroen or the 1957 Mercedes. These two

beautifully restored vintage cars are all part of the

experience when staying at this quaint property with

its UNESCO World Heritage buildings.

So, if booking either of these properties, why not go

with our suggestion of travelling in style in these

period cars. Our Cambodia or Loas offices will be

happy to arrange this for you.

The streets of modern-day Ho Chi Minh City are best

explored by motorbike. In a city with approximately 4

to 5 million motorbikes, do as the locals do by riding

pillion on a restored Vespa which will give you an

impression of Saigon unlike anything you would see

from the inside of a crowded tour bus. Immerse

yourself in the maze of this city, discovering

backstreets and sights that most visitors never see,

while your guide steers your Vespa safely through the

chaotic traffic.

After the end of the Vietnam War, Vespas became the

common means of transport in the capital city. With

no replacement available, due to the country‟s

closure, the Vietnamese became experts at keeping

their beloved motorbikes in shape. With the opening

of the country in 1990, despite new Chinese and

Japanese bikes becoming available, a few enthusiasts

started restoring the stylish hand-me-down Vespas

that nowadays can be seeing cruising through the

busy streets again. Diethelm Travel Vietnam offers

customized tours, for groups or individuals, to see

this bustling city from the saddle of a vintage Vespa

scooter.

Saigon Sightseeing by Vespa

Angkor Jeep Adventures

How about visiting Angkor Thom in proper Lara Croft

style being chauffeured in an old military jeep?

This exciting sightseeing option is especially popular

with small group tours wanting to revive the spirit of

adventure of French explorers when they re-

discovered the temples of Angkor around 150 years

ago.

A fleet of 16 restored M151 A2 vintage military

jeeps, which were produced from 1959 through 1982

by Ford Motors and used in the Vietnam War, are

available for adventure programs, photo rallies and

outdoor activities around Siem Reap and throughout

Cambodia. One jeep can accommodate up to three

passengers and the driver. Roaming the countryside

of Cambodia, there is nothing like travelling in an

open vehicle which allows you to interact with the

warm hearted and friendly locals. This new concept

of outdoor adventure, freedom and a little bit of

„rebellion‟ fits perfectly with Angkor‟s old ruins, small

villages and dirt roads leading through old forests.

Diethelm Travel Cambodia specializes in arranging

tailor-made tours for you.

The Luang Say Residence, Luang Prabang

Top Tip

The recently opened The Luang Say

Residence takes its guests back to Laos‟

French colonial era.

The resort, consisting of 6 stand alone

pavilions named after French adventurers

who played a special role in the

exploration and development of the upper

Mekong region, is a relaxing retreat amidst

tropical grasses and trees, banana palms

and orchids. Whilst the main residence is

built from local stone, the surrounding 5

pavilions were built using different

materials such as brick, wood and cob (a

mixture of clay and straw).

All suites offer a contemporary reflection

of life in the colonial area with state of the

art amenities including flat screen TV, mini

bar and hair dryer, whilst being decorated

with local wood and fabrics. Mountain

scenery can be enjoyed from the first floor

of the suites, while the ground floor suites

overlook tropical gardens. Open terraces

and exterior lounges, huge marble

bathrooms with his and hers sinks and

sliding windows provide plenty natural

light and complete the colonial feel of the

property.

Whether you plan to spend part of your

stay wandering around Luang Prabang,

discovering the sites in this UNESCO World

Heritage city or to devote most of your

time enjoying the pool, reading in the

library or lingering for hours over delicious

meals, The Luang Say Residence is an

ideal spot to do both.

Diethelm Travel Laos works in close

partnership with The Luang Say

Residence; so let us know if you would like

us to provide you with rates or any further

information.

Khao Niew Ma Muang (Sticky Rice with Mango)

Preparation method1. Place rice in a bowl. Cover with cold water

and set aside overnight to soak. Drain. Linethe base of a bamboo steamer with non-stick baking paper. Spread rice over thebase and place over a saucepan ofsimmering water. Steam, covered, for 25 to30 minutes or until rice is tender andtranslucent (if using long-grain rice, cookfollowing packet directions).

2. Meanwhile, place the coconut milk, sugarand salt in a saucepan over medium heat.Stir until the sugar dissolves and thecoconut milk is heated through (do notboil).

3. Transfer the rice to a large bowl. Add halfthe coconut milk mixture and stir tocombine. Set aside for 5 minutes to stand.

4. Divide the rice among serving plates. Shapeeach portion into a 2cm-thick disc. Top withmango slices. Spoon over the remainingcoconut milk.

April to June is the peak season for mangos in

Thailand. Fresh slices of sweet fruit make the

famous sticky rice dessert an absolute delight.

When in Bangkok, venture out to the local food

street “Sukhumvit Soi 38” where 20 metres

inside the Soi, on the right hand side, you will

find one of Bangkok‟s most authentic “Khao

Niew Ma Muang” experiences.

Option number two is, of course, to just prepare

the dessert at home.

Ingredients (serves 4)

• 200g (1 cup) glutinous or long-grain rice

• 270ml canned coconut milk

• 2 tablespoons of caster sugar

• Large pinch of salt

• 1 large mango, cheeks removed, peeled,

thinly sliced

Recipe source: taste.com.au

Recipe

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South Yemen and Syria are eligible for 14-day

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Embassy before departure or check the Tourism

Malaysia website:

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