South China
Grand Tour
These days the Grand Canal is a quaint artifact of China’s Imperial wealth and splendor, but once upon a time it was a water-borne superhighway which made those who lived along it rich. This unique three-day trip hits up four of the cities which prospered ... Read More
Oct. 18-19 I Yantai, Shandong
Grape Escape
This new China Culture Center tour hits up Chateau Changyu Castle, China’s largest and oldest vineyard, situated in the fertile coastal of eastern Shandong. In addition to sampling a range of local vintages, you’ll visit a seaside village where people use ... Read More
Sept. 19-21 | Huangshan, Anhui
Mists of Time
Autumn is the best time to visit Huangshan, one of China’s most iconic sights. The temperatures dip and the crisp fall air accentuates the mist-shrouded peaks. It’s the stuff of storybooks. This three day whirlwind takes you to the top of ... Read More
August | Commune by the Great Wall
Luxury Lifestyle
When you’re talking exclusive Great Wall getaways, you’re talking about the Commune. Managed by the Kempinski, this collection of villas is one of Beijing’s top architectural achievements, marrying cutting edge design to ancient Chinese splendor. Featuring the highly-rated Antara ... Read More
July | Mutianyu Great Wall
Village Living
In the shadow of the Great Wall, find several farmhouses renovated into top-notch bed and breakfasts. Run by a staff of expats, these inns are the quaint countryside getaway of your dreams. Order "room service" from The Schoolhouse Canteen, the nearby restaurant run by ... Read More
Through July | New Zealand
Down Kiwi Way
This July, Air New Zealand launches new Auckland-Beijing direct flights. Though primarily aimed at Chinese tourists heading to this nature paradise, you can take advantage of special introductory rates. For a limited time, Travel the Real China (run by a real New Zealander ... Read More
Naadam Festival
July | Mongolia
Naadam is Mongolia's Fourth of July and Olympics rolled into one three-day festival celebrating the "three manly sports." Although women now take part in this ancient competition (everything except wrestling, that is), seeing it takes you back to the day when the Khan ruled the ... Read More
June 14-22 | Shanghai
Shanghai Int’l Film Festival
Watching Asia’s hottest stars hit the red carpet at THE film event in China is almost as good as being at the Oscars. Even if you can’t muscle your way to get a glimpse of Maggie Cheung or Ang Lee ... Read More
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