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En Route From North Korea
Departures (Mar/Apr 2010)
"I just returned from a reconnaissance trip to North Korea that I can only describe as mind-blowing. The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) is one of the most fascinating places I’ve ever been."
North Korea: Travel Frontier
Inbound Asia (Feb/Mar 2010)
"The daily reality of life in North Korea, one of the world's last socialist states,
is a source of global intrigue and fascination."
Destination 2010
Conde Nast Traveler (January 2010)
"Dissident leader Aung San Suu Kyi has changed her position on tourism: She now believes more visitors might help the political situation, so responsible travelers can head to this Asian up-and-comer with a clear conscience."
VIP New Year's
Elite Traveler (December 2009)
"New Year's fetes have long been confined to champagne toasts, a dropping ball and rounds of "Auld Lang Syne," but if you're looking for a standout celebration that goes beyond the old cliches, seek out Remote Lands.."
8 Trips That Matter
Virtuoso Life (December 2009)
"Make "once in a lifetime" your mantra once a year with travel that transcends vacation"
The 2010 It List: Burma
Concierge.com (December 2009)
"This off-the-beaten-path stunner—officially called Myanmar by its ruling military junta—has been on travelers' wish lists for years, but conscientious types have avoided the destination for political reasons. Until now"
Remote Lands' bespoke trekking in Nepal
Conde Nast Traveler (11/03/09)
"Remote Lands' bespoke trekking in Nepal, including skydiving Mount Everest, is spreading by "Word of Mouth."
Mountain Highs
Silverkris (October 2009)
"Thrill seekers out for their next fix should consider the Everest Skydive 2009, the highest skydiving event in the world"
Beyond the Sea: A Pirate's Tour of the South Pacific
Urban Daddy (10/25/09)
"Every year around this time, between the texts and emails, you begin to hear a familiar siren's song, beckoning you forth…to the sea."
Remote Lands Luxury Trips to Asia
Promenade (09/16/09)
"Remote Lands bills itself as the world's foremost luxury, custom-travel planner, with a specialty in Asian adventure-"adventure" and "custom" being the operative words."
Remote Lands becomes a Virtuoso preferred supplier
Travel Weekly (08/26/09)
"Remote Lands, an ultraluxury tour operator offering programs throughout Asia, joined the Virtuoso travel network as a preferred supplier."
Ultimate Remote Escapes
Forbes Traveler (08/19/09)
"The world is full of hidden corners—even the most experienced travelers have must-visit lists that get longer each time they venture out of the house."
Travel | Remote Control
Julib (July 2009)
"Champagne travels and caviar seas? remote lands is the luxe vacation designer for you."
Power Trips
Washington Life (July 2009)
"Everything you need for your very own first-class power trip is closer than it may seem"
Far from the madding crowd
Millionaire Asia (July 2009)
"Do you dream of holidaying with a maharajah, bagging front row seats at Asian Fashion Week or leading the life of a spy? Time to treat yourself to a once-in-a lifetime experience"
Lights Out: Travel Opportunities For July's Total Solar Eclipse
Halogen Life (06/18/09)
"On Wednesday, July 22, 2009, a total eclipse of the sun will once again captivate the world (No, Bonnie Tyler is not planning a comeback tour). The unusual aspect of this event is that, at six minutes and 39 seconds, it will be the longest total solar eclipse of the entire 21st Century."
Designer Honeymoons: Go All Out
WeddingChannel / The Knot (06/03/09)
"Thinking about a honeymoon in Asia? You have to check out Remote Lands. They have a team of "travel designers" to cater to your every whim."
When in Roam
South China Morning Post - Style (05/08/09)
"When travellers think of Asia, what comes to mind is the variety of cultural experiences they can enjoy in one region, with the obvious benefit being the educational value."
Tours of a Lifetime:
Bangladesh Beyond Headlines
National Geographic Traveler (May/June 2009)
"Begin your private odyssey in the capital Dhaka, with a visit to an artist workshop where the city's cycle rickshaws are painted with vibrant scenes from nature, history, and the movies."
Going Dark:
Eclipses, Pandas and Turtle Soup
Urban Daddy (04/26/09)
"You can always trek out to China - and God knows the sex-crazed pandas and hallucinogenic teas are tempting - but sometimes you need a bit more incentive"
Total Solar Eclipse, Asia
Forbes Life (April 2009)
"The longest one (up to six and a half minutes) of this century. See it from a sacred Buddhist mountain in Sichuan, China, or the Tokara Islands of Japan with bespoke tour operator Remote Lands"
Going Your Way
Global Traveler: Luxury Book (April 2009)
"Have the time of your life exploring the world on your own terms."
The Whirlwind Vacation
The Wall Street Journal (2/6/09)
"Tour operator Remote Lands, whose shortest China tours used to be five or six days, is one of many vacation companies putting its trips on fast-forward."
Heliski the Himalayas
SKI (February 2009)
"When you step out of the mouth of a helicopter atop a 21,000-foot peak to rip down long, white robes of untouched powder, you won't wonder why"
How To Spend It: Travelista
Financial Times (1/10/09)
"If you yearn to travel off the beaten track, however, but are deterred by the prospect of substandard accommodation, then consider Remote Lands, as it takes no chances when arranging trips to far-flung or deeply rural locales.."
10 Outfitters You Need to Know
Departures (October 2008)
"Remote Lands uses the unique relationships it has cultivated in India to provide bespoke experiences, such as a stay in the Darjeeling palace of the Maharaja of Burdwan, as his personal guest."
Best New Adventure
Travel Trips 2009
National Geographic Adventure (October 2008)
"Komodo National Park, in the heart of the Indonesian archipelago, is surrounded by some of the world’s best dive sites (craters on the seafloor, 4,000 species of fish and marine mammals)."
Bespoke Fashion
Travel + Leisure (October 2008)
"Travelers not only get prime seats, they also go backstage attend VIP parties, and are escorted around town by local magazine editors."
The Sky's No Longer The Limit
Haute Living (Aug - Sept 2008)
"Flight times are flexible and with no waiting times at airports, travelers are able to see many places in a short time."
Unlock Delhi's Culinary Secrets
Shermans Travel (Fall 2008)
"Remote Lands can also coordinate lodging and transportation, plus bespoke add-ons like cooking demostration or outdoor adventures."
Native Intelligence
Town & Country Travel (Fall 2008)
"I chose to have everything, from my internal flights and private audiences with high-ranking monks to lunches in farmers' homes, arranged by Remote Lands.."
Tailored Treks
Cigar Aficionado (August 2008)
"For many travelers, nothing beats one-of-a-kind trips that cater to their particular interests, however luxurious or off-the-wall."
Tricky Travel
W Magazine (August 2008)
"For a price, you can go nearly anywhere these days – even to a Stalinist state."
China Made Easy
Travel + Leisure (August 2008)
"Where the guides go. In search of authentic, accessible experiences, T+L asked five China experts to share their favorite recent discoveries."
Compass : Remote Lands
Culture + Travel (July/August 2008)
"Your Asia : A bespoke travel outfit makes a visit to an orphanage a coveted stop on the mogul's travel itinerary"
Moneyed Games:
Olympics for the Super-Rich
Newsweek (July 4 2008)
"While most visitors to Beijing for the Olympics are preparing to take the subway to venues and wait in security lines, some people might find their Olympic experience a little more...comfortable."
Beijing Gears Up for
Its Turn in the Spotlight
Town & Country (June 2008)
"As it prepares itself for next month’s Olympics, the ancient Chinese capital of Beijing is racing to catch up with the 21st century – and meet the rest of the world"
Racing Under The Stars
Luxury Travel Advisor (June 2008)
"Remote Lands' unique opportunity to attend Singapore's Formula One Grand Prix"
Shop For Pops
Hamptons Cottages and Gardens (June 2008)
"Organized by Remote Lands, the trip includes five nights accommodation at a historic hotel, a visit to the race pits to meet with drivers and to see their F1 cars and three different nights of watching the race from three different luxurious location."
Luxury Private Yacht Holidays In Asia
Elite Traveler(06/18/08)
"Remote Lands, the world's leading luxury travel designer offering bespoke journeys to Asia, has introduced Luxury Private Yacht Holidays in Asia.
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Racing in Singapore
Wall Street Journal (04/08/08)
"Remote Lands, a luxury tour operator focusing on Asia, is offering travelers a chance to see the world's first nighttime Formula One Grand Prix race, which takes place through the streets of Singapore in September."
Hidden China
Hedge (April 2008)
"Escape teeming Beijing and Shanghai, and head southwest to the Himalayan peaks, pristine lakes, and total peace of Yunnan."
Word of Mouth
Condé Nast Traveler (March 2008)
"Done Bali? Try Borneo. With its swaths of rain forest and pristine coast, the Malaysian part of the island is one of the last true wildernesses and now it has the digs to match. "
Destination: Beijing
Wells Fargo: Your Legacy (Winter 2008)
"Many seasoned travelers to Asia say that if there is one city in China that shouldn't be missed, it's Beijing."
World's Most Extravagant Trips
Concierge.com (01/18/08)
"You may have sold your soul long ago, but what a comfort it is to know that you can buy it back."
Green China
Robb Report (February 08)
"Golfing in the People's Republic can be a unique and memorable experience."
Been There, Done That
Hong Kong Tatler (February 08)
"A new era of travellers has given birth to an uber-luxe category of bespoke travel where the world truly becomes your oyster"
How to Spend it: Travelista
Financial Times (01/05/08)
"Head to the palace of Maharajkumar of Burdwan in Darjeeling, an art deco extravaganza newly opened to visitors and with incredible Himalayan vistas"
Going Places
Ottawa Citizen (01/05/08)
"Weddings in the Caribbean are popular, but for couples who want something more exotic, a Manhattan-based travel company has a new product: weddings (or vow renewal ceremonies) in Asia, complete with all the trappings"
Luxury off the Grid
Travel + Leisure (January 08)
"The comforts of civilization now await travelers in the most distant corners of the world..."
China's Last Frontier
Town & Country (January 08)
"Head soon for the southwestern province of Yunnan and you'll be one of the first non-Chinese visitors to set foot in this haunting region."
21 Ultimate Gifts: Becoming Oriented
Robb Report (December 07)
"Guided visits to the top contemporary art galleries, dealers, collectors, and museums in Beijing and Shanghai."
Remote Lands takes clients
to unexpected places in China
Travel Weekly (12/10/07)
"Remote Lands, a New York based luxury tour operator, is promoting its custom itineraries to less familiar Chinese destinations such as Dunhuang, Kashgar and Wulingyuan, as pre- and post-Olympics options to U.S. travelers bound for the Summer Games in Beijing next August."
Finding Luxury in Unexpected Places
Lustre (December 07)
"Ever helicoptered over the northern frontiers of Mongolia, spending an afternoon with the Tsaatan "reindeer people"?"
Fast Track
BBC World (November 07)
" Remote Lands arranged and escorted BBC reporter, Carmen Roberts on her
visit to a remote Red Yao minority village outside of Guilin, China. Our local expert was able to provide an authentic experience far removed from the
tourist trail and enabled the BBC to take part in various aspects of the villagers' daily lives." (Video Clip)
The Custom Holiday
Details (November 07)
"Travel firm Remote Lands organizes golfing in Bali and helicopter rides over Angkor Wat - not boring bus tours."
Happy Hour
Fox Business News (10/23/07)
"Remote Lands Co-Founder Catherine Heald speaks to Fox Business News about luxury bespoke travel to Asia"(Video Clip)
Golf Asia
New York Daily News (10/07/07)
"Golf inside an extinct volcano or on the largest course in the world when you book an Asian golf journey with Remote Lands, Inc."
Bespoke Southeast Asia
Stratos (September 07)
"Stratos travels off the beaten path through Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam in search of adventure."
Asia Made Easy
Town & Country (August 07)
"Exploring Asia can be a logistical ordeal, especially if you want to see isolated parts of Mongolia or obscure Indonesian islands."
Special Access in Asia
Indagare (July 07)
"On her recent solo Remote Lands trip to India, Alyssa Duncan stayed with the Maharajah of Burdwan and his wife in their palace overlooking Mt. Katchenjunga."
Unforgettable Journeys
Around the World
Quest Magazine (July 07)
"Whether you want to travel by train or by private jet, Remote Lands can create an Asian journey that will give you a cultural immersion you will not forget."
Rural China for Beginners
Conde Nast Traveller UK (May 07)
"Remote Lands specializes in high-end bespoke travel to Asia."
Beyond Bali
American Airlines: American Way Magazine (05/01/07)
"Everyone knows about the lush tropical islands of Java and Bali. But here's a secret: Indonesia has 17,000 other islands worthy of your attention."
Asia Perfected
Departures Magazine (May/June 07)
"There's an urge to jam-pack itineraries for far-flung vacations, but loads of logistics are a recipe for stress. Enter Remote Lands.."
It's a Cooking Holiday
Sunday Times of India (04/22/07)
"For travellers who want to rustle up their curries and tikkas, India has become one of the hottest gourmet getaways"
Remote Lands Adds Bhutan Journeys
Travel Agent (04/02/07)
"Operator now offers travel to 15 countries in Asia"
Bespoke Travel - Remote Lands Inc.
Cigar Aficionado (03/07)
"Traditional group tours can be routine at best and tedious at worst. If you're interested in something personalized, consider Remote Lands Inc..."
Bespoke to Bhutan
Luxury Travel Advisor (03/07)
"Travel to far off lands on these unique journeys to Bhutan and India."
Remote Lands, Inc. Offers Bespoke Travel
and Private Jet Journeys to Asia
Helium Report (3/30/07)
"Based out of Manhattan, Remote Lands, Inc. is a provider of Asian luxury custom - or bespoke - travel and private jet journeys with celebrity speakers."
Tailor-made tours:
Bespoke trips are all the rage
Los Angeles Times (3/02/07)
"SO you've skied in St. Moritz, danced until daybreak at carnival in Rio and shopped till you dropped in Tokyo's Ginza. Now you seek a real adventure."
Remote Lands: Private Jet Journeys to Asia
JustLuxe (2/26/07)
"If you enjoy five-star treatment but want to experience third-world countries, Remote Lands, Inc., offers the best in luxury travel."
Top Ten Gourmet Getaways
Forbes.Com (1/25/07)
"Home may be where the heart is. But these days, for the best gourmet feasts, celebrity chefs and state-of-the-art kitchens, you have to go on vacation."
Personalised Travel
and Private Jet Journeys
Hindustan Times (12/13/06)
"For people with unlimited money and limited time, luxury laden private jet journeys and personalised tours nomenclatured as bespoke travel are the travel trends of desires dreams and dough."
Finely Tailored Vacations
BusinessWeek (12/11/06)
"Bespoke travel agencies will design personalized trips to anywhere in the world, even on short notice."
Cash In The 401(K)!
Forbes Traveler (9/18/06)
"The most unbelievable custom tours..."
