UNLOCK THE WONDERS OF SOUTH AMERICA WITH PETTITTS

Pettitts has launched a new 68-page South America brochure bringing together the sights, locations and attractions of Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Peru and Ecuador. It features a selection of ideas, journeys and special places to stay and has enough to inspire even the most seasoned traveller. (read more..)

   

DISCOVER VIETNAM'S UNEXPLORED NORTH

Vietnam is now a successful and well-established destination, but there is still much to explore in a country that has successfully shaken off a troubled past.

   

RELAX IN THE HIMALAYAN FOOTHILLS

Think of the relaxed pace and greenery of the Indian hills and it is Shimla that probably springs to mind. But there is much more to this regional retreat of the British Raj, with an area providing a haven of peace to rival the country’s beaches.

   

COMBINE THE ROMANCE OF THE TAJ MAHAL WITH THE MYSTIQUE OF FABLED PETRA

One is described as the Red Rose City, the other is the greatest testament to love – and together they are two of the world’s most famous sights.

 
   

RAJASTHAN GETS IMPRESSIVE NEW WILDERNESS CAMP

Noted for it traditional Rajasthani style and within a rural setting flanked by a lake and gardens, the 32- room Rohet Garh has long been a favourite of Pettitts’ clients travelling through Rajasthan.

   

PEACE DEAL SEES NEPAL REOPEN ITS DOORS

Following the peace accord signed in November 2006, Nepal has returned to stable rule and is, once again, a viable tourism option for those attracted by the allure of a landlocked Himalayan kingdom where life goes on as it has for centuries.

   

CRUISE THE HOOGHLY ABOARD THE RV CHARAIDEW THIS SUMMER

2007 is a significant year for India with the 150th anniversary of the Indian Mutiny and 250 years since Clive’s victory at Plassey changed the country’s historical path. It is also the year that sees the launch of the first ever passenger cruise ship along the entire length of the River Hooghly.

   

FIVE-STAR STYLE IN ANCIENT CAPITAL OF LAOS

“Sleepy” is a phrase most commonly used to describe Laos. And it’s a word that perfectly sums up this land-locked south-east Asian country bordering Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam.

   

PINGYAO - CHINA'S TREASURE

Pingyao is one of China’s most alluring destinations. Capital of Shanxi province, the city still preserves a layout dating back to the 14th century with streets and storefronts that retain their historical heritage and a number of well-preserved residences from the Ming- and Qing-era that numbers well into the thousands.

   

Now is the time to think about planning a trip to North Africa with the climate between March and May representing one of the most pleasant of the year to explore the gems of Libya, Morocco, Jordan and Syria.

For a copy of our dedicated North Africa brochure – or to discuss your travel plans – call 01892 515966.

 
   
Newsletter Autumn/Winter 2007