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
Hong Kong
Tea Time
The Peninsula Hotel, built in 1928, retains the charming decadence of the colonial age and you don't need to go broke to experience it. Instead, opt for High Tea, served every afternoon from 2-7pm in the world famous Peninsula Lobby. The tea itself (￥388 plus ... Read More
Oct. 18-19: Yantai, Shandong
Grape Escape
This new China Culture Center tour hits up Chateau Changyu Castel, China's largest and oldest vineyard, situated in the fertile coastal area of east Shandong. In addition to sampling a range of local vintages, you'll visit a seaside village where people use ... Read More
Sept. 29-Oct. 5 | Bali
Piece of Heaven
Sure, Bali's full of tourists, but for good reason: this little island paradise is the perfect mainland escape. Enjoy pristine beaches, easy access to tropical jungles and the famous hospitality of the Balinese. For the October holiday, Classic Travel puts together a ... Read More
September | Beijing
Welcome to the Jungle
DoubleTree by Hilton opened in July, the second Hilton property in Beijing and the first DoubleTree in Asia. Located near Financial Street, the hotel has an exterior that is made entirely of green glass. Even better, it has the largest rooftop garden in the ... Read More
GREAT GETAWAYS
July | Japan
Land of the Rising Sun
With the rise of the yuan, there's never been a more affordable time to visit Japan. For a limited time Country Holidays has a five-night trip which takes in the major cities of this fascinating country. Start off with a ... 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-July | North China
Trek the Great Wall
Don't just see the Great Wall, live it for 10 days. The trip starts at the Bohai Sea, the point where the Great Wall tumbles into the waves. You'll hike through Shanhaiguan, one of the most important strategic passes on the ... Read More