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How to Obtain a Republic of China Visa
Saturday, October 31st, 2009 | Travel |
When you plan your trip to China, you are going to need to get a Republic of China visa. This is your ticket to seeing all that China has to offer. Irrespective the purpose behind your visit to China - for pleasure or business; for a 7 day or a 30-day stay, you will necessarily be required to obtain a Republic of China visa for your trip. You have to first complete an application in order to get a China visa. An application for a visa to China is available from online service companies that ...› Continue reading
China Vacations: Luxury Travel to Beijing and Beyond
Friday, October 30th, 2009 | Travel |
China vacations involve more than just travel to Beijing - the country has opened up over the past few years, and many of China's secrets are now open to the west, even those on a Chinese vacation. Vacations to China are becoming increasingly popular and a growing number of travel operators are offering China vacations at cut prices to those wanting to find out the secrets of the Orient that have been hidden from western eyes for so long. However, cheap vacations come at a price, if not in hard ...› Continue reading
Journeying Down Shanghai’s Dynamic Huangpu
Thursday, October 29th, 2009 | Travel |
Shanghai is a bustling, cosmopolitan city in the heart of a fast emerging global power house. Renowned for its party atmosphere and fun-loving populace, Shanghai retains its place as an Asian Monte Carlo of sorts while its image has taken a wholesome turn for the better in the recent past as a tourist destination for the masses. A modern day metropolis to the core, Shanghai has merged its traditional values to encompass the sky piercing developments such as the Pudong skyline that ...› Continue reading
Things you need to know before planning your tour to China
Wednesday, October 28th, 2009 | Travel |
There is something unique about China and that is what travelers are curious about. China is not just a country; it is a different world entirely with a distinctive culture, long history and interesting people. Patience is truly a virtue when you travel to China; this is because you need a long time to plan out your itinerary to the different provinces and regions to see what this beautiful nation has to offer. From natural sceneries to historical architectures, great culinary arts, strong ...› Continue reading
How to Travel for Free by Leading or Promoting Tours
Tuesday, October 27th, 2009 | Travel |
==================================== Whether you're 16 or 60, you CAN travel just about anywhere in the world for free -- and even with a nice stash of cash in your pocket -- by telling like-minded people about a trip and convincing them to go with you. Get 5 to 20 to book the same trip, and your trip is free. ==================================== © 2004 by Jacqueline Corbett, editor www.TheLivingWeb.net If you have a burning desire to see the Pyramids... or go on an African Safari... or ...› Continue reading
How to Travel for Free by Leading or Promoting Tours
Monday, October 26th, 2009 | Travel |
How to Travel for Free by Leading or Promoting Tours Whether you're 16 or 60, you CAN travel just about anywhere in the world for free -- and even with a nice stash of cash in your pocket -- by telling like-minded people about a trip and convincing them to go with you. Get 5 to 20 to book the same trip, and your trip is free. © 2004 by Jacqueline Corbett TheLivingWeb.net If you have a burning desire to see the Pyramids... or go on an African Safari... or snorkel the Great Barrier Reef of the ...› Continue reading
The Top 10 Funky Hotels
Sunday, October 25th, 2009 | Travel |
When it comes to choosing a holiday, we are all spoilt for choice. There are thousands of destinations available through travel agents and on the Internet. However, the problem is that most packages only offer accepted types of holidays. In other words, if you are looking for something out of the ordinary then you really have to look for it. When trying to find a funky hotel or holiday, you should start researching the market a few months before the day you wish to leave. Funky hotels are not ...› Continue reading
Traveling To China - Thngs To Know
Saturday, October 24th, 2009 | Travel |
Things you Should Know when you Travel to China Weather and Clothing * It is probably best to travel to China during autumn season, which spans from September to early November. The temperature during this time is a comfortable range of 50-72F with few chances of rain. * Refrain from traveling to the so called, "four furnaces" of China during summer, these are Chongqing, Wuhan, Nanchang and Tianjing. * China has four seasons, Spring from March to May, Summer from June to August, Autumn ...› Continue reading
How to Obtain a China Visa: What Every U.s. Citizen Needs to Know
Friday, October 23rd, 2009 | Travel |
Americans visiting China must abide by strict rules when it comes to travel regulations. Heightened border security means that those without proper documentation will be denied access to international flights. In addition to a U.S. passport, tourists must also obtain a China visa for travel to China. Regulations differ depending upon the nature of the trip (business versus pleasure.) To obtain a China visa, both business and pleasure travelers must possess: * A valid U.S. passport. ...› Continue reading
China on the Go! Let's take a tour to Beijing
Thursday, October 22nd, 2009 | Travel |
So you have decided to take a tour to China? As China brags of many cities and towns filled with history of ancient civilizations, you probably would be wondering where to go in China. Well, it should not be a very hard decision to make; Beijing should definitely be the first stop over on a planned tour in China. Beijing, one of the first attractions and most exciting places to visit is located in the North of China. It is the country's capital which demonstrates most of the country's cultural ...› Continue reading
Travel Industry Trends and Predictions 2004
Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 | Travel |
This article collects our thoughts about new trends in the travel industry and tourism markets, especially with regard to sustainable tourism. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list, and is quite general. These trends are included as an overview, a synthesis of our readings and experience, and should not be taken as results of our formal research. They are based in part upon the research results of other organizations. We plan to update and refine these thoughts throughout the year. If ...› Continue reading
China Tours to the Sights of the Cities
Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 | Travel |
With a balance of ancient and modern architecture, and varied regional cultures, each of China's cities offer a number of world-famous attractions for China tours. If you incorporate visits to Hong Kong, Beijing, and Xian into China holiday tours you can appreciate the variety and splendour of Chinese history, and fill your China holidays with colour and spectacle. Hong Kong It makes sense to start or finish your China holiday tours in Hong Kong, where you'll be able to take in the bright ...› Continue reading
China Travel Made Possible with a Visa
Monday, October 19th, 2009 | Travel |
Details of China visa requirements are available online. They include instructions for what is required to apply and successfully acquire ad Chinese visa.Passports: You must have a valid passport to visit China. Your passport must have blank visa pages inside as well as a Chinese visa. Your passport must have at least six months of time before expiring. Business and student passports must have at least 12 months before expiration.Type of Visas: The most common Chinese visa is an L visa. ...› Continue reading
Five Countries You Really Must Visit If You Travel
Sunday, October 18th, 2009 | Travel |
As an avid traveller, there are five countries that stand out in my experience as places you really ought to make an effort to visit if at all possible. Here they are, together with my reasons.1. Egypt: The Pyramids, of course, King Tutenkhamens Tomb, The Valley of The Kings. Wonderful places in their own right, but it's not all about artefacts and spectacular buldings etc. The Egyptian people are generous, kind, and welcoming. Happy to share anything, even if they have very little ...› Continue reading
Travel To China, H1N1 - Info for your China vacations
Saturday, October 17th, 2009 | Travel |
This article is about the H1N1 and China travel. You can find some useful information in it if you are planning your China vacations now. The A(H1N1) quarantine policy (from several big Chinese web sites) in China: 1. If you don't have a fever when getting off the plane in the airports of China, you don't need to worry about quarantine policy of China at all. If you do have a fever, you will need to do a medical examination in the city where you enter China. This is to make sure that you don't ...› Continue reading
China Tours - Travel To Xian
Friday, October 16th, 2009 | Travel |
People touring all the important historic cities of China; prioritize their travel to Xian. Located in the middle of the Central Plains of the Yellow River Basin, Xian stands between Qinling Mountain to the north and the Weihe River to the south. The city of Xian is a living contrast of preserved monuments and history and a modern Chinese metropolis. Places to visit in Xian: Xian was once the largest city in the world and the capital for 11 Chinese dynasties for a period of 1,180 years. The gem ...› Continue reading
Places To Visit In Asia
Thursday, October 15th, 2009 | Travel |
1.) Indonessia's Breathtaking Bali Bali is one of the very beautiful places to go to once you are in Indonesia. Do not miss out on Batubulan Village, famous for sculptures made out of fine stone. Get to enjoy Bali's culture like the Barong Dance and enjoy the beautiful crafts of its goldsmiths and silversmiths. 2.) Exotic India If India is in your Asia tour itinerary, then you will never regret it if you went on one of those boat rides in the Ganges River. Get to see, too, the devout ...› Continue reading
Touring China in the winter: Ice and Snow festival showcase
Wednesday, October 14th, 2009 | Travel |
Even though China is well known for its historical, cultural and architectural heritage, tourists still get to enjoy the best of China even in winter. A number of tourist operators in China organize winter tours for tourists who love experiencing the ice and snow festival which China celebrates. Harbin's Ice and Snow festival is one of the greatest tourist attractions in northern China as the multicolored lanterns and snow carvings and sculptures are a major sight to see during a typical Ice ...› Continue reading
China vacations info - Beijing Lama Temple
Tuesday, October 13th, 2009 | Travel |
This article is about the Beijing travel and Lama temple. You can find some useful information in it if you are planning your Beijing travel now. Lama Temple (Yonghegong) :This Lama Temple was built as a mansion for Emperor Yongzheng in the Qing Dynasty when he was a prince. In 1744, the temple was converted into a lamasery and the home of larger numbers of monks from Mongolia and Tibet. The lamasery has five halls. The prayer halls contain many superb statues including the 23-meter-high ...› Continue reading
Xinjiang riot toll info for your china vacations and flights
Monday, October 12th, 2009 | Travel |
This article is about Xinjiang riot toll on 07/05/2009. You can find some useful information in it if you are booking your China flights or Xinjiang flights now. (you can get more New York,Los Angeles,San Francisco, Chicago flights and airfares info at Travel2ChinaInfo Dot COM) By 07/06/2009, there are 156 people killed (129 males, 27 females) and 1080 people injured in the Urumqi,Xinjiang riot toll. ( Urumqi is the capital of the Xinjiang province,China ) Now the Chinese police have arrested ...› Continue reading
Motels in Shanghai - China vacations info
Sunday, October 11th, 2009 | Travel |
This article is about the motels in Shanghai. You can find some useful information in it if you are planning your Shanghai travel now. The motel is a good choice for your Shanghai travel because of its good location and reasonable price. (1). Motel 168 (Motai 168) : Since the first Motel 168 opened in May 2003, the company used the brand recognition to develop the size of this budget hotel chain. One can notice the achievements of the company through the brand size and strength throughout ...› Continue reading
China Tours - My Memorable Classic China Excursion
Saturday, October 10th, 2009 | Travel |
Vacation in China would be the dream of every vacationer. But the country is so large that it is almost impossible to know exactly what to do without good background knowledge of what, where, when and how. Most visitors on their first time travel to China, they will choose Beijing, Shanghai, Xian, Guilin, Hong Kong and the Yangtze River as their preferable destinations. This article presents my memorable 10 days classic China excursion. We started the trip in Beijing and ended the trip in Hong ...› Continue reading
China Vacations And Beijing Flights Info-Summer Palace
Friday, October 9th, 2009 | Travel |
This article is about the Summer Palace in Beijing and you can find some useful information in it if you are planning your China vacations now. 1. Ticket:SLACK SEASON (11/01 to 03/31 of the next year): 20 rmb for the main gate, 40 rmb for the all in one package.PEAK SEASON(04/01 to 10/31): 30 rmb for the main gate, 50 rmb for the all in one package.Foxiangge: 10 rmb for both the slack season and peak season.Suzhoujie: 10 rmb for both the slack season and peak season.Deheyuan: 5 rmb for both the ...› Continue reading
Travel tips for the first time business or leisure traveller to
Thursday, October 8th, 2009 | Travel |
align="justify">Travel Tips for China China is a large country at a size of 9,596,960 sq km. China was only partially open to the world from 1979 onwards and has been a communist country for many decades. Although there is much progress in the travel industry and infrastructure of China, there remain parts that needs to be improved before it can match the level that most tourist would require. However, much of the fun remain that it is different from the rest of the world. China will be the ...› Continue reading
China Tours - Yunnan Tour
Wednesday, October 7th, 2009 | Travel |
A vacation tour to Yunnan, the most diverse and mysterious province in China, offers a tourist a variety of scenery with beautiful landscape and a variety of cultural flavors. This article presents my enchanting 8 days Yunnan tour. Day 01: KunmingUpon arrival, our local guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. Kunming is home to a mix of ethnic groups and endowed with a remarkable traditional folk culture. The rest of the day is at your own free.Day 02: Kunming After breakfast you will ...› Continue reading
Book Cheap Flights, Hotels And Arrange Weddings In India!
Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 | Travel |
By Annie Jones December 17, 2005 Located just a short drive from the capital city of New Delhi and close to Agra (home to the Taj Mahal), the royal city of Jaipur (also known as 'The Pink City' due to the predominant colour of its buildings), is well established as one of the most romantic places on earth to get married. From the rich history of its palaces to the gorgeous landscaped gardens of the luxury hotels to the serenity of the floating palace on Ramgarh Lake...everywhere you look there ...› Continue reading
Travel to Macau and the Cotai strip, China
Monday, October 5th, 2009 | Travel |
Macau is a small peninsula region in China, southwest of Hong Kong. There are scheduled boat charters to and from Macau and Hong Kong throughout the day. It is an easy day trip from one place to the other. If you are planning a trip to Hong Kong, you should strongly consider spending a little time in Macau as well. The total population of Macau is close to half a million people. Most of the residents are of Chinese origin from various Chinese provinces. The remaining population (approximately ...› Continue reading
Motels in Beijing - Beijing travel and flights info
Sunday, October 4th, 2009 | Travel |
This article is about the motels in Beijing. You can find some useful Beijing travel and flights information in it if you are booking your China flights now. (you can get more New York,Los Angeles,San Francisco, Chicago flights and airfares info at Travel2ChinaInfo Dot COM) 1. The Beijing Railway Station, Jianguomen, Guomao, CBC area: There are 2 Home Inn Motels in this area: Guomao Home Inn and Shuangjin Home Inn. In my view, the Guomao Home Inn is not a very good choice because of its bad ...› Continue reading
Mount Wuyi travel info - China travel guide, China vacations, China travel tips
Saturday, October 3rd, 2009 | Travel |
This article is about the Mount Wuyi travel, China travel guide, China vacations and China travel tips. You can find some useful information in it if you are planning your Mount Wuyi, China travel now. The Mount Wuyi is a mountain range located at the prefecture Nanping, at the northern border of Fujian province with Jiangxi province, China. The mountains cover an area of 60 square km. In 1999, Mount Wuyi entered UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites, both natural and cultural. It is the most ...› Continue reading
Mount Huang travel info - China travel guide, China vacations, China travel tips
Thursday, October 1st, 2009 | Travel |
This article is about the Mount Huang travel, China travel guide, China vacations and China travel tips. You can find some useful information in it if you are planning your Mount Huang,China travel now. Mount Huang was formed approximately 100 million years ago and gained its unique rock formations in the Quaternary Glaciation. During the Qin Dynasty, Mount Huang was known as Yishan (Mount Yi). In 747 AD, its name was changed to Huangshan (Mount Huang) by imperial decree; the name is commonly ...› Continue reading