On China tours, many of the star attractions speak for themselves. If you’re planning a trip to China, the grandeur of the Great Wall, the Temple of Heaven, the Forbidden City, and the Terracotta Army are already etched on your…
Big cities can be a double-edged sword for travellers looking for a budget getaway. They often boast the big sights, but big names like London, Paris, and Sydney can also empty your wallet faster than most destinations thanks to higher…
For many years, China was “the last great adventure,” even for seasoned Globetrotters. Shrouded in myth and mystery, the Middle Kingdom has intrigued travellers around the globe since the days of Marco Polo. Though China’s influence can now be felt…
Visiting China in the early 1980s for the first time was an experience I will never forget. The contrasts with today are enormous as this country has made outstanding progress to catch up with the rest of the world. On…
You might think that China travel is relatively the same no matter where you head to in the country, but the Middle Kingdom is not homogenous. In particular, a cultural and geographical divide between the north and south exists to…
As you’ll discover on your China vacation, the city of Shanghai rivals not only Hong Kong for progress and development, but many other major world-class destinations, yet still retains its old-world charm. My first visit to Shanghai was in the…
A part of me is defined by China. I’m defined by crumbling ramparts and antiquated fortresses, bubbling vats of culinary wizardry, historical cache and modern vigor, impossible vastness and seething crowds. China became a part of my character when I…
Many of you have probably heard the term “bucket list,” especially when it relates to travel. If you aren’t already familiar, a bucket list is a number of experiences or achievements that a person hopes to have or accomplish during…
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