International relations are different between every country in the world. Consequently, the process for obtaining the appropriate visa to a country varies considerably depending on where you are from and where you are going. While...Read More
If you’ve traveled to China in the last year you may have noticed the country has become more expensive. We’ve taken some time here to explain why: 1. Appreciation of the Chinese yuan. The New York...Read More
The recent cruise ship tragedy off the coast of Italy caused the tourism industry to pause and think. What safety procedures should have been in place? What are the lesson that we can take away...Read More
The following post is an excerpt from Catherine Bodry, a writer for AOL’s Gadling Travel Blog.Gadling’s last stop on Yunnan’s ancient tea horse road was Shangri-la, China, a high-altitude Tibetan city named after the mythical town in John...Read More
As noted earlier, China is already the world’s number-three destination for international travel. Many travelers nowadays have already made one or two trips to China, but more often than not, they’re visiting the coast, possibly...Read More
Planning a trip to China? Alex Pearson shares her favorite China readsAlexandra “Alex” Pearson knows a few things about China and a few things about books.Fluent in Chinese, she first moved to Beijing in 1982,...Read More
Going off the beaten path, safely.This past week, China Daily reported that Beijing’s rescue team, “Luye,” responded to four emergency calls during the week-long October Holiday alone – all from travelers who needed assistance in...Read More
In addition to being honored to be one of Wendy Perrin’s 135 Top Travel Specialists for 2010, we’re a big fan of the related spread in Conde Nast Traveler‘s August 2010 print issue.Wendy Perrin not...Read More
Dining in China is a fantastic experience for the palate, with a myriad of new flavors, textures, and aromas to enjoy.Don’t let allergy fears get in the way of enjoying Chinese cuisines.However, it can be...Read More
Choosing a hotel in China, whether you prefer adventurous excursions or luxury getaways, is an integral part of any trip to China. A hotel, guesthouse, or homestay experience can greatly affect your experience. Especially in...Read More
