Bhutan

Pemako Hotels, a Bhutanese-owned and managed luxury hotel group, is announcing expansion plans via a third property set to open in Paro in 2029.

High-end travellers remain the focus for Bhutan’s Department of Tourism, with additional luxury hotel brands expected to enter the destination in the coming years.

Thirty-three year old conservation-led experiential company andBeyond has tasked itself with an ambitious project to double the impact of its project work globally, in one-third of the time.

Tamara Kobiolke’s Numinous Luxury Travel Representation has been appointed as the exclusive representative of Creative Travel in Australia and New Zealand. Creative Travel is India’s longest-standing destination management company, established in 1977.

andBeyond is preparing to launch its first lodge in Asia, with andBeyond Punakha River Lodge scheduled to open in the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan in September 2023.

Captain’s Choice has released its 2023 international itineraries, offering journeys across Asia and the return of two iconic journeys, Safaris & Spices of Sri Lanka and Heart of Ancient Japan.

andBeyond has partnered with optics manufacturer SWAROVSKI OPTIK to create a selection of specialised itineraries that have been designed specifically to cater for birding fanatics while also providing an outstanding travel experience for their non-birding companions.

Abercrombie & Kent has introduced a new eight-country, 23-day air itinerary across the northern hemisphere that will explore Taiwan, Nepal, Bhutan, India, Uzbekistan, United Arab Emirates, Jordan and Italy.

Six Senses Bumthang, the fifth and final lodge in the collection of Six Senses Bhutan properties in Gangtey, has begun welcoming guests. The property joins sister lodges in Thimpu, Punakha, Paro and Gangtey.

India based luxury destination management company (DMC), Ventours International, is broadening its global footprint, appointing a business executive in Australia.

Located in the colourful Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan famous for its Gross National Happiness (GNH) philosophy, Six Senses Bhutan celebrates its highly-anticipated arrival with the opening of its first three lodges in Thimphu, Punakha and Paro. The lodges seamlessly combine the brand’s commitment to wellness, sustainability and out-of-the-ordinary experiences with the country’s rich culture, warm hospitality and omni-present spirituality.

With COMO Uma Bhutan, guests can explore this mysterious kingdom by foot, bike, kayak, car or helicopter, from either of its two resorts.