Japan’s famous cherry blossom has been in the news this week. Thanks to climate change, it’s blooming earlier and earlier, and 2021’s bloom is believed to be the earliest since the 1400s. Traditionally, the season doesn’t start until mid-April, meaning it has arrived a good two...
Posts Tagged with Far East
An alternate geographical term for East Asia, the Far East encompasses the captivating countries of China, South Korea and Japan, and is home to impressive temples, mighty palaces, stunning landscapes and awe-inspiring man-made marvels. From the Great Wall near Beijing to the ancient grottoes of Gyeongju and the beautiful gardens of Kyoto, there’s no end to wonderful things you can see in the Far East.
Happy V-day! The Vaccine is Finally Here! (8 minute read)
It’s the news we’ve been waiting for since March. At 06:01 GMT on the 8 December 2020 in University Hospital, Coventry, United Kingdom, 90-year old Margaret Keenan became the first person to be given the ground-breaking Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. It is hoped that this vaccine, along...
Counting Down the 7 Most Incredible Wildlife Experiences (9 minute read)
The world is full of incredible wildlife. From the densest forests of South America, to the driest deserts of Africa and the endless open oceans, our planet supports a rich diversity of life. Unfortunately, many of these habitats and species are threatened with extinction. One of...
You Won’t Believe How Much These 8 Incredible Landscapes in China Look Like Paintings
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Nighttime Tokyo is the Best Tokyo: You Won’t Believe How Much the City Transforms at Night!
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Six Great Reasons to Visit South Korea
South Korea may not be the first destination you think of when planning a trip to Asia. But with its stunning landscapes, vibrant cities and mouth-watering cuisine, it certainly should be. If you need a little more inspiration, here are the top reasons to visit South...
Six Great Tips for Travelling Alone in China
Our very own Jennifer Wilkes recently travelled solo to China on our Great Wall and Warriors tour. As one of our new Business Development Managers, it’s Jen’s job to know what our tours are all about – and the best way to do that is to...
Top 10 Cities to Visit in China (7 minute read)
Stretching 5,250 kilometres from east to west, China is almost the size of Europe. And with landscapes ranging from the dramatic limestone formations of Guilin to the arid Gobi Desert – it certainly seems like several countries rolled into one. This vast land is also home...
Top Five Fictional Places You Can Actually Visit
Movies and books not only captivate us with their clever plot lines and lovable characters, but with their magical settings. Whilst you’ll find plenty based on real life locations, it’s the ones set within an imaginary city, country or even whole world, that truly have the...
Top 10 Sunrise Spots Around the World
Whether you’re an early riser or not, nothing beats starting your day with a view of the sunrise. Especially when you’re travelling in destinations with iconic monuments or stunning natural landscapes. From the gleaming white Taj Mahal to otherworldly Cappadocia in Turkey, here’s our pick of...