Bangkok’s ancient nickname used to be ‘Venice of the East’ and luckily you can still go on an adventure by making use of river transport. It is possible to travel by boat to Bangkok’s outskirts, and with that in mind, you better prepare yourself for our Bangkok boat tour!
Khiri Insider:
April 2022
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Chao Phraya boat tour in Bangkok
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Train journey in Indonesia
Train travel provides an ideal way to experience the local culture and observe the nature of this varied country, from the iconic colonial ‘Stasiun Jakarta Kota’ (Jakarta city station) to Semarang, Dieng Plateau, Yogyakarta, and many more. With much-improved safety systems and first-class comfort.
Sustainability
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Responsible Icons: People & Planet
Khiri Travel aims to maximize the positive effects of tourism on individuals and local communities while minimizing negative social, environmental, and economic impacts. We have made a firm commitment to social and environmental sustainability throughout our supply chain. We also ensure that our products don’t harm people or the planet.
Industry News
Cambodia
It’s a New Look Siem Reap
Over the past 15 months, a major road project was undertaken in Siem Reap, appropriately called the 38 roads to project, the main streets, roads, and thoroughfares of Siem Reap have been transformed, roads have been widened and sealed, drainage and sewerage systems built, paths and walkways created, riverside parks and gardens have taken bloom and most exciting of all a network of dedicated and clearly marked cycling paths have emerged. Siem Reap is simply stunning now and by far the new jewel in the crown.
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Laos
Vientiane to Boten Railway Opens
In anticipation of the reopening of Laos borders the new high-speed railway service that runs between Vientiane and the border town of Boten in China’s southern Yunnan province. Thus connecting Laos to China with a supplicated and fast transport service. Once borders are open people will be able to travel from Laos into all areas of China by rail. This is an exciting addition to the transport infrastructure in Laos as there are five stops within Laos, and the high-speed train will make the journey between Vientiane and Luang Prabang in only two hours.
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Spotlight
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Sophea Chan
Khiri Travel puts the spotlight on our key team members and local partners. This month’s meet, Sophea Chan, Senior Travel Designer at Khiri Travel Cambodia.
Khiri Pulse
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Sri Lanka's National Park
Listen to our latest episode of Khiri Pulse. As our Sri Lankan General Manager, Mahiru Fernando introduces his guest, Javana Fernando as they engage in a lively discussion of the diverse Sri Lankan wildlife, the country’s national parks, and Kulu’s efforts toward sustainability and conservation.
Khiri Pick
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Sambor Village Hotel
Traditional Khmer style house
Kampong Thom, Cambodia
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Horathapola Estate
50 acres of serenity
Wadumunnegedara, Sri Lanka
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Mango Bay Resort
Live it through your senses
Phu Quoc, Vietnam