Top Tips for 2013

LONDON, November 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ –

With the End of 2012 Approaching, Cox & Kings Suggests the Destinations to

Watch for 2013

As the world’s longest established travel company, Cox & Kings has been making New
Year predictions longer than most. Looking at the major events, trends and political
changes around the world, Cox & Kings’ predictions for 2013 include destinations such as
Sri Lanka, Tasmania, Oman and Russia.

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Russia

Being outside of the Euro zone is a great advantage to Russia, as it is a more
affordable destination for those wanting a short-haul holiday. With a 60% increase in 2012
short break bookings to St Petersburg compared to 2011, and the opening of the new Four
Seasons hotel in the spring, the city will only increase in popularity. Cox & Kings’
Russia tours [http://www.coxandkings.co.uk/europe/russia-tours ] saw a 93% increase in
bookings in 2012 compared to 2011 and is one of the company’s bestselling group tours.

Cox & Kings’ 8-day / 7-night Classic Russia escorted tour is priced from GBP1,295 per
person including international flights with British Airways, transfers, escorted
excursions and 5-star accommodation with breakfast daily. The luxury version of the same
tour is priced from GBP1,895 per person.

Sri Lanka

Recently named the best value long-haul destination by the Post Office, Sri Lanka is
rich in cultural, archaeological and natural treasures at prices to suit all budgets.
Compared to 2010, Cox & Kings has seen a 60% increase in passengers travelling to Sri
Lanka in 2012. From March, British Airways will fly to Colombo three times per week from
London Gatwick.

The popular 14-day / 12-night escorted tour, Sri Lanka: The Enchanted Island will be
priced from GBP2,295 per person, which is comparable with 2012, and includes direct
flights from London with Sri Lankan Airlines, transfers, excursions, and accommodation
with breakfast daily.

Madagascar

Much of Madagascar’s flora and fauna is found nowhere else on earth. Following the BBC
documentary last year, bookings for Madagascar holidays
[http://www.coxandkings.co.uk/africa/madagascar ] increased by 70% and forward sales for
2013 suggest this will continue. The diverse country offers extraordinary natural history,
along with stunning scenery, idyllic beaches and a fascinating culture based on a mix of
Christianity and ancient spiritual beliefs.

Madagascar Adventure is a 14-day / 11-night private tour priced from GBP2,895 per
person including flights with Kenya Airways via Nairobi, transfers and excursions, and
accommodation with breakfast daily and most other meals.

Brazil

As the sporting world looks towards the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro and the World
Cup in 2014, it is predicted that tourism will benefit prior to the events with further
investment being made into Brazil’s infrastructure and accommodation. Cox & Kings offers a
range of Brazil tours [http://www.coxandkings.co.uk/latin-america/brazil-tours ] or can
tailor-make suggestions to suit any budget.

Cox & Kings’ new 11-day / 9-night Taste of Brazil private tour is a stylish but
affordable introduction into the southern highlights of this vibrant country priced from
GBP2,595 per person. The 12-day / 10-night escorted group tour is priced from GBP2,895 per
person including flights from London, transfers, escorted excursions, accommodation with
breakfast daily and other meals as specified.

Oman

Oman, known for its hospitality and being a safe and welcoming destination, has seen a
40% increase in advance bookings for 2013, compared with 2012. Combining breathtaking
natural beauty with a well-preserved cultural heritage, the sultanate is one of the
region’s best kept secrets. On Cox & Kings’ holidays to Oman
[http://www.coxandkings.co.uk/middle-east/oman ], visit nesting sites of green turtles,
watch traditional dhow boats being built and explore magnificent forts and palaces.

An Arabian Odyssey is an 8-day / 7-night escorted tour priced from GBP1,595 per person
including international flights with Oman Air, transfers, escorted excursions and
accommodation with breakfast daily.

Greece

Considered the birthplace of modern western civilisation, Greece has had a difficult
year economically. However, historic sites such as Olympia, Delphi and Epidaurus, and the
many islands are open to welcome tourists, and those that travel now will encounter fewer
crowds and better value for money. Hotels have maintained 2012 prices for 2013, or reduced
them, in order to attract tourists.

Classic Greece is Cox & Kings’ 7-day / 6-night escorted tour priced from GBP895 per
person, which includes British Airways flights, transfers, excursions and accommodation
with breakfast daily and some dinners.

Tasmania

The beautiful island of Tasmania offers a very different and rewarding Australian
experience. Cox & Kings has seen interest in the state grow, particularly for second-time
visitors wanting to discover rugged coastlines and walking tracks, gourmet cuisine and
beautiful national parks. Tasmania’s unique wildlife, from the endangered Tasmanian devil
to echidnas, quolls and pademelons, is a further attraction.

Cox & Kings offers Tasmania: The Forgotten Coast, an 11-day / 10-night non-exclusive
group tour priced from GBP4,025 including transfers, excursions and accommodation with
breakfast daily.

Cox & Kings arranges escorted and private luxury holidays
[http://www.coxandkings.co.uk ] to more than 100 countries around the world.

NOTE TO EDITORS

Cox & Kings is the world’s longest established travel company. Its history stretches
back more than 250 years to 1758 when Richard Cox was appointed regimental agent to the
Footguards (later the Grenadier Guards). The company’s fortunes grew hand in hand with the
British empire and by the early 20th century the company was acting as agent and banker
throughout the armed forces and as a shipping agent. In 1922 Cox & Co merged with the
Henry S King bank, which had strong connections with India. The bank became part of Lloyds
and the shipping agency grew separately, evolving into the modern travel company.

Today, built on the high quality service and attention to detail established by
Richard Cox in the 18th century, the company continues to flourish as an independent tour
operator, with operations in London, the US, Japan, Australia and throughout India. Cox &
Kings organises escorted small-group tours and private tailor-made travel in the Indian
Subcontinent, Latin America, the Middle East, the Far East, Africa, Europe, Australia, New
Zealand and the South Pacific, and the Caribbean.

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