Interesting facts about China

Fall festivals around the world

7 unmissable Fall Festivals around the world

As we welcome the changing of the seasons, we thought you’d like to know all about the best fall festivals around the world. Different countries and cultures celebrate this time of year in their own unique ways. Whether it’s the beer-guzzling celebrations of Oktoberfest or the lunar festivals of China,...

World Tourism Day

What is the most visited country in the world? Celebrate World Tourism Day!

Ever wondered, what the most visited country in the world is? In celebration of World Tourism Day, we’re highlighting the most visited countries in the world! World Tourism Day is celebrated every year on the 27th of September, in order to raise awareness about the importance and impact of tourism...

Olympic locations and host cities

Olympic locations and host cities for your travel wishlist!

As the 2022 Olympics kicks off in Tokyo, we remind you of the amazing Olympic locations and cities that have held this prestigious event over the years. Ever four years, the Olympics brings together around 200 national teams in the largest sporting event on earth. Furthermore, there is always a...

most famous museums in the world

Back to culture: the most famous museums in the world

As part of our Back to Travel promotion, we’re highlighting the best ‘back to culture’ destinations! Nothing says ‘culture’ like a great museum, and the most famous museums in the world are worth travelling for. From world-renowned art galleries to archaeological museums, our pick of famous museums is sure to...

best street food in Asia

Best street food in Asia: where to find it

Street food in Asia is the stuff of dreams. Foodies from across the world flock to Asia to sample its mouth-watering delicacies. A trip to Asia is incomplete without getting lost in the hustle and bustle of its street food markets. Steaming food stalls provide the most delicious insight into...

7 wonders of the world

What are the 7 Wonders of the World?

Have you ever wondered ‘what are the 7 wonders of the world?’ We’re here to clear up any confusion. There have been many different lists of world wonders over the years. The most famous list was called the ‘Seven Wonders of the Ancient World’. Many of these ancient wonders have...

silk road

What Was The Silk Road?

Hate to break it to you but it wasn’t made out of silk – it wasn’t even a road as such. So what exactly was the Silk Road?  The Silk Road’s name came from the primary material transported on this trade route. A more apt title would be a silk...

where you should not tip

Where In The World Should You Not Tip?

Tipping is a complicated affair. If you don’t leave a tip while in the US, you will be greeted with a look of disdain; equally you’d get a similar response when giving the waiter a few extra Yen in Japan. So, where should you not tip? Here we’ve outlined eight...

The coldest cities in the world

The coldest cities in the world

There are two exceptional remedies for the winter blues: escaping to warmer climes and looking at how bad others have got it. Dealing with the biting winds of February may seem tough – but imagine braving the commute in one of these coldest cities in the world.  Harbin, Heilongjiang, China Tucked away...

Traditional chinese clothing

The Traditional Culture of Chinese Clothing

The influence of traditional Chinese clothing on the West dates back to the Silk Road. More recently, traditional Chinese garments have worked their way into popular culture through films such as Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon and the Kill Bill Volumes. However, creating clothes with such lasting appeal didn’t happen overnight. Here’s...