Remote Lands Debuts Journey to Discover Japan’s Living National Treasures
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22 May 2026
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REMOTE LANDS INTRODUCES “A JOURNEY TO DISCOVER JAPAN’S LIVING NATIONAL TREASURES”
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May 13, 2026
~ A Rare Journey Into Japan’s Most Revered Craft Traditions Through Exclusive Access and Intimate Encounters ~NEW YORK ( May 13, 2026) - Remote Lands, the ultra-luxury tour operator renowned for its bespoke journeys across Asia, has unveiled an extraordinary new small-group experience celebrating the artistry, heritage, and cultural mastery at the heart of Japan. Taking place from November 12–22, 2026, A Journey to Discover Japan’s Living National Treasures is an exclusive 11-day, 10-night immersion…
Read Press ReleaseREMOTE LANDS INTRODUCES 2026 AMAN JET EXPEDITIONS
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April 9, 2025
~Luxury Travel Experts Unveil Exclusive Private Jet Journeys~ NEW YORK, NY (April 9, 2025) – Remote Lands, the ultra-luxe tour operator offering bespoke travel to 38 countries in Asia, unveils its 2026 Private Jet Expedition itineraries with long-term partner, Aman, the preeminent luxury hospitality and lifestyle brand. These small-group adventures for 16-18 guests showcase diverse destinations ranging from Cambodia to Sri Lanka, India to Greece, and more, highlighting each destination’s culture, history, cuisine and spirituality…
Read Press ReleaseREMOTE LANDS LAUNCHES ITINERARIES IN THE CAUCASUSES FOR 2022
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April 9, 2022
~Ultra-Luxe Travel Operator’s New Journeys Plunge Travelers into Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan~ NEW YORK - Remote Lands, the exclusively Asia tour operator offering bespoke travel to 37 countries, is proud to announce the addition of the Caucasus region into their acclaimed collection. Beginning early 2022, Remote Lands will offer bespoke journeys through Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan to explore the picturesque landscapes and history of these countries, all of which are currently open to travelers and…
Read Press ReleaseREMOTE LANDS LAUNCHES THE AMERICAS AMAN JET EXPEDITION FOR 2021
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December 10, 2020
Remote Lands, the world’s leading ultra-luxe tour operator, is excited to announce a private jet expedition in collaboration with Aman through the Americas - The US and Caribbean: Adventures in the Extraordinary. For those wishing to travel a little closer to home, the exclusive eight-night journey will take place from February 21 – March 1, 2021, safely exploring the remote landscapes of Aman resorts in the Dominican Republic, Turks & Caicos, Utah and Wyoming. Remote…
Read Press ReleaseRemote Lands Announces 2020 Dozen Dream Destinations For Asia Travel
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September 26, 2019
The world’s leading ultra-luxe and intrepid Asia travel tour operator, Remote Lands, has announced their hottest travel destinations for 2020. From tented camps in Cambodia to the coldest city in Siberia, the 2020 Dozen Dream Destinations list from Remote Lands features diverse destinations for a variety of travelers — be they adventurers, epicureans, sports lovers, or sybarites. “Asia in its entirety is such a vibrant and profound destination, with remarkable offerings and unique activities that…
Read Press ReleaseRemote Lands Introduces Four New Wellness and Culinary-Themed Itineraries in Thailand
Bangkok
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August 6, 2019
Remote Lands, the world’s leading ultra-luxe and intrepid Asia travel tour operator, is delighted to announce four new wellness- and culinary-themed itineraries in Thailand in conjunction with the Tourism Authority of Thailand. This culturally-enriching country offers flavorful and diverse cuisine, luxurious wellness experiences, magnificent landscapes and natural attractions, as well as some of the finest five-star hotels and resorts in Asia. Remote Lands and the Tourism Authority of Thailand have teamed up to promote inspiring…
Read Press ReleaseRemote Lands Launches The Bill Bensley Trail Expedition
Bangkok
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May 9, 2019
Remote Lands, the world’s leading ultra-luxe and intrepid Asia travel designer, is excited to announce The Bensley Trail, an exclusive expedition in conjunction with renowned architect and interior designer Bill Bensley, taking place February 22 – March 8, 2021. This extraordinary 14-day itinerary will take just 16 guests on an unforgettable journey through Southeast Asia including Laos, Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam, where they will enjoy luxurious accommodations in four of Bill Bensley’s most iconic resorts,…
Read Press ReleaseRemote Lands Appoints Melisa Novick As Director of Business Development
New York
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May 1, 2019
Remote Lands, the world’s leading luxe and intrepid Asia travel designer, is pleased to announce the appointment of Melisa Novick as Director of Business Development. Melisa’s experience in the luxury travel industry includes ten years with Singapore based COMO Hotels and Resorts where she was Global Director of Sales, North America. Prior to joining COMO, Melisa was Director of Sales and Marketing for the Lodge at Woodloch. She also spent 10 years as Director of…
Read Press ReleaseRemote Lands Announces 2019 Trending Asian Destinations
Bangkok
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November 27, 2018
Remote Lands, the world’s leading luxury and intrepid Asia travel designer, has announced their picks for where to go in Asia in 2019, a list carefully curated by their well-traveled experts. Their annual list, coined the “Dozen Dream Destinations” contains a selection of the continent’s most newsworthy and trending destinations for the coming year that are drawing attention for their growth and development with the openings of new luxury resorts, direct flights, cultural experiences and…
Read Press ReleaseRemote Lands Launches Exclusive Journeys For The 2020 Summer Games
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October 26, 2018
Remote Lands, the world’s leading luxury and intrepid Asia travel designer, is thrilled to announce the launch of their exclusive journeys for the 2020 Summer Games, taking place July 24 - August 9, 2020 in greater Tokyo and beyond. Remote Lands will be offering two different types of itineraries – one catered to private individual trips and one for small groups. Individual travelers will enjoy a six-night Tokyo experience with their choice of preferred sports…
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