Historically, travel to China has often involved a lot of admin beforehand to secure documentation and visas when visiting as a tourist. However, in November 2023, China announced that until the end of November 2024, the need to secure a tourist visa before visiting for up to 15 days has been waived for five European …
If there’s one thing that Busan is known for the world over, it’s their seafood. As South Korea’s largest port – and the world’s sixth largest – Busan’s thriving fishing industry has naturally influenced the city’s cuisine, and it’s now a hub renowned for delicious catches of the day and tasty local dishes. If you’re …
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It’s Lunar New Year, and 2024 marks the Year of the Dragon! We’re big fans of this for obvious reasons – so to celebrate, we’ve created a fun quiz, inspired by the Chinese Zodiac and the Five Elements. We want to mark the Year of the Dragon in style, so every quiz-taker will receive £100 …
Let’s be real. It’s January – the bank account is looking sparse post-Christmas and ‘nipping out to the shops’ is suddenly costing an arm and a leg. And here we are, banging on about bucket list places to visit in Asia. BUT (yes, there’s a ‘but’), as much as it might feel like a pipe …
Our friend Bethan visited Busan recently, and while there she explored some of the best cafés the city has to offer. If you’re planning your own visit and want some inspiration for the best spots to grab a coffee, a sandwich, or a delicious pastry – read on below! When planning your first trip to …
We’ve never been more ready to get back to travelling, but this time, we want to do it properly. Gone are the days of badly-packed rucksacks, overstuffed carry-ons, or malfunctioning electronics – this time around, we want to make sure that you’re as prepared as possible before your amazing adventure. We’ve got some seasoned travellers …
As far as trips of a lifetime are concerned, well, I think it’s possible to have many of them to be honest! But certainly one of my most memorable trips was taking the Trans-Mongolian train from Beijing to Moscow. To go through three countries, through different climates, surrounds, encounter different cuisine, meet different folk, see …
When you think about hiking, lots of places come to mind – from the Alps to the Himalayas of Nepal. But have you ever considered South Korea? Hiking in Seoul is a unique experience, complete with stunning views, easy accessibility, and all manner of terrains. Nicole, our Adventure Tours Sales Advisor, gave us the lowdown …
Fresh off my recent journey to Mongolia, I found myself pondering a simple yet profound question: Is Mongolia worth visiting? Spoiler alert: In the shortest possible answer, yes, if your soul yearns for adventures and off-the-beaten-path destinations, you’re in for a treat. Imagine vast landscapes untouched by modernity, waking up to the vast expanse of …
