Regardless of class, amenities, leg room or movie selection, flights – especially the long-haul variety – have the potential to be brutal on our bodies. Being forced to sit for any length of time is tough, but being cramped in a pressurized box hurling through the atmosphere for hours on end can feel downright. Lack of patience […]
Follow in the Emperor’s footsteps in Beijing’s Forbidden City To best experience the Forbidden City, the enormous walled 15th-Century structure at Beijing’s heart, later in the day is actually better. Skip the museum within the complexes grounds and head to the North Gate, going backward toward the main entrance at Tiananmen. This is where every Emperor […]
China’s aviation regulator on Friday demanded that Cathay Pacific prevent airline staff who have shown support for pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong from working on flights to the mainland or routed through Chinese airspace. The regulator also ordered the city’s flag carrier to handover identity information of staff on mainland-bound flights starting Sunday — declaring […]
When exploring new and exciting places and cities, it can be easy to pass quickly through tourist attractions, checking them off the list and moving on to the next. But if you find yourself rushing, you could be doing yourself a huge disservice. Some tourist attractions offer more than meets the eye and are worth […]
Set out to experience a destination in a unique way by joining its communities in celebrating their love for food, wine, new beginnings and everything in between. Through traditional clothing, spirited dances and sumptuous symbolic foods, World festivals educate spectators on a destination’s history and local culture for a deeply insightful experience, and some are […]
Skytrax has released its annual World Airline Awards, with Qatar Airways reclaiming the #1 spot from Singapore Airlines. This marks the 5th time Qatar has been honored, previously it won in Ys 2011, 2012, 2015 and 2017. “It is a proud moment for the airline as our constant innovation and service standards set the benchmark in […]
Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival, is a traditional and important celebration in China. Dragon Boat Festival 2019 falls on June 7 (Friday). China will have 3 days of holiday from Friday (June 7) to Sunday (June 9), and we will be back at work on Monday , June 10. Simple Facts to Understand […]
Top 10 Hotels in China Maintaining its ancient traditions while racing into the future at the speed of light, China is an astonishing destination for many travelers. Its blend of old and new makes it one of the most fascinating countries on the planet. Whether you’re interested in cultural highlights, the great outdoors or urban nightlife, […]
As travelers, people must remember that they have a huge responsibility to the beautiful places we are lucky enough to visit. Traveling responsibly and respecting the people and landmarks of the destinations is very important. With that, some popular tourist destinations around the world are being forced to limit visitors, or close due to mass […]
Hitting the road is a time-honored tradition worldwide. So, whether you hate flying, or just like to experience a new destination from the front-seat of your car, road trips are often the best way to explore the world. So, get in start’er up, roll down the windows, turn on your favorite playlist and motor down […]
Hong Kong’s fine dining scene just got that much fining with the recent opening of 3 new restaurants in Central. 1. Sushi Saito Hong Kong Sushi Saito at Four Seasons Hong Kong Sushi Saito, “the Temple of Sushi in Tokyo”, with 3 Michelin Stars and a spot on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants List, has opened […]
Leather riding boots are neatly lined up on a carpet, a picture shows blood-thirsty hounds on a fox hunt and a fountain spews water from the mouths of stone horses. It may have the trappings of upper-class Britain, but this is in fact suburban Shanghai and the County Down Club, the self-styled first exclusive membership […]
No matter how old you are, you are never too old to start traveling, and this is why. It is Liberating Life can be 1 long, mundane routine if you let it. So, break free of the things that tie you down, even if it’s only for a weekend. Go forth and do the things […]
For Foodies: World’s Food Markets are a Must See Travel is not complete without the authentic local food experience, and food markets are a Key part of the Foodie experience, so planning your itinerary with authentic food in mind. Below are some of the world’s best food markets, as follows: Spice Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey The […]
Planning to Visit Hong Kong: The Must Knows Hong Kong is a large cosmopolitan city that you cannot compare to New York or London. To get the sense of Cantonese culture, you have to get out of HK Central and explore the outlying islands, New Territories, and surrounding fishing villages, and to help you get the most out […]
The Most Beautiful Temples in the World Asia’s cultural heritage is as far and wide as its geography. From Buddhism to Hinduism, Taoism and beyond, Asia’s deep religious traditions vary from country to country, and in some cases, region to region. Asia-wide temple trail will take the traveler from the Buddhist monasteries of the East […]
Caution, Scams You May Encounter on Your Vacation Travelers are all prime for hustlers and scammers world wide. Everyone who has been on the road can recount a personal story of being a ‘mark’ while away from home. The 1st and only time it happened to me was in Mexico City 50 years ago on […]
Travel Etiquette: What We All Should Know and Practice Travel is a super experience, but there is an unwritten set of rules governing the travelers behavior. From the expectations of other tourists to ingrained traditions and customs of the country or region we are visiting, and we do not want to offend. To avoid making […]
Atlantis Sanya, the first Atlantis resort in China, will fully open to the public on April 28, 2018. The grand opening of this ocean-themed integrated entertainment destination will coincide with the festivities of Hainan Province Special Economic Zone 30th Anniversary. Located on the Haitang Bay National Coast in Hainan province, Atlantis Sanya joins the flagship […]
China Horse Racing: Chengdu Dubai International Cup The 2018 edition of the Chengdu Dubai International Cup will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2018, and marks the fifth running of this highly successful partnership between Meydan Group, the Chengdu Municipal Government, the Chengdu Sports Bureau, the Wenjiang District Government and China Guangsha Group. The venue […]
Julius Baer’s Lifestyle Index 2017: Wealth Report: Asia The Asian wealth management landscape Asia is Julius Baer’s second home market and a powerhouse of global wealth creation. The region’s pool of investable assets held by High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI) is on track to reach USD 14.5 trillion by 2020, representing growth of 160% in […]
Trump’s Granddaughter Arabella Enchants China With Mandarin Song This is Terrific, Good on Ivanka, Jared and Arabella! President Donald Trump’s granddaughter Arabella Kushner sings in Mandarin. (CGTN/YouTube) President Trump showed Chinese President Xi Jinping a video of his granddaughter in a Chinese-style dress singing a song in Mandarin and reciting a poem, which she dedicated […]
The DreamEast Festival of Creativity, hosted by the DreamEast Group and with the support of the Communication University of China, was formally launched on October 25th and will continue until November 25th. During the festival, DreamEast plans to collect the most creative proposals while seeking to recruit the world’s most creative talents, with the goal […]
China is set to raise the curtain for the national gathering of one of the world’s largest political parties on Wednesday. The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) will “make new strategic arrangements for the country’s reform and development over the next five years and beyond,” Tuo Zhen, spokesman for the […]
Focus China: What to Expect During the Next 5 Years The eyes of the world turn to China as the Communist Party of China (CPC) hold its 19th National Congress, where the CPC unveil new leadership and set the course for national development for the next 5 years and beyond. Shayne and I believe that […]
China has launched a new world tourism organization to push for cooperation in boosting tourism globally. The World Tourism Alliance, a global network linking non-governmental players in the industry, was established in Chengdu, Sichuan Province of China on September 12, 2017 during the 22nd General Assembly of the United Nations World Tourism Organization, (UNWTO). It […]
China’s Travel Growth Outpacing All Other Nations Chinese tourists becoming the Key driver of global tourism China’s travel industry is projected to grow at an average rate of 8% Y-Y annually from Y 2017 to Y 2027, outpacing other major economies like India and the US, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council. The upcoming 1 […]
A Glimpse of the Wonders of the Future! The iWorld2017 had its grand opening on 10 August at the Century City International Conference Centre, Chengdu. The 9 exhibition zones, 8 forums and 7 featured programs immediately triggered a feverish frenzy all over the expo. A splendid feast of intelligent technologies well served! The iWorld2017 had […]
US Ban on Laptops in Airline Cabins Lifted The ban on laptops in the cabins of planes flying from the Middle East to the US is over, as federal officials say that large airports in the region have taken other steps to increase security. Those measures include checking electronic devices to make sure they do […]
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China’s Official Intelligence Network Active in the US China’s intelligence network includes 25,000 spies now operating in the United States, as well as another 15,000 American recruits, and no telling how many businesses are owned by the PLA according to reports in the press Tuesday. “These spies, when they come to the United States, they […]
Visit Qinghai Hoh Xil China Qinghai Hoh Xil was put on the prestigious World Heritage List as a natural site on Friday by the 41th session of the World Heritage Committee here. Becoming the 51st Chinese site inscribed on the list, Hoh Xil can be characterized by three major features, Du Yue, secretary-general from the […]
