South Korean cuisine is a pleasure to explore - you may have already heard of the infamous Korean style Barbecue and of course Kimchi is world-renowned, but it’s dishes like ttedeobokki or rice cakes in sauce that you rea...
If you see a “no tipping” sign in Korea then don’t tip. Korean’s find tipping offensive, though in the bigger more westernised hotels - it’s often expected - but generally speaking - it’s jus...
Average temperatures in Japan vary wildly across the country. Winter for example brings harsh colds and snow to the western Sea of Japan, regular heavy snow to the mountains, but dry and clear (though cold) weather on the Pacif...
Kyoto is bathed in history and home to no less than 17 World Heritage sites and thousands of temples, from Kiyomizu and Sanjusangendo Temples, through to the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and the UNESCO listed Nijo Castle.
A collection of poignant monuments, dedicated to the victims of the atomic bombing of August 6, 1945.
Kaiseki is a traditional multi-course Japanese dinner known for beautiful presentation and meticulous preparation techniques. Meals can have more than 14 courses and each Kaiseki meal is the creation of a master chef.
Tokyo is perhaps one of the most unique and vibrant cities in the world. There alone you’ll find some 50 neighbourhoods to explore such as Shinjuku - awash with skyscrapers and all kinds of people.
Hong Kong provides every class of cuisine - from the most flavourful street foods and traditional fare through to complex combinations of flavours and international haute cuisine. It is heavily influenced by Cantonese cuisine, ...
You’ll find an eclectic blend of Western and Asian cultures at work in Hong Kong - so expect to come across some ever so slightly mixed up customs. For example tipping isn’t commonplace when taking a taxi, though yo...
Neon signage over every door, bars offering every kind of beverage and a history of adult entertainment stretching back some half a century.
Temple Street in Kowloon is transformed at night into a busy flea-market-esque night market - head from the north to south of the road, exploring stalls that offer everything from fashions to mobiles and watched to food. Look o...
Hong Kong is home to some 1000+ hiking trails. Follow the Lantau trail to the breathtaking 112-foot tall Tian Tan Buddha, which sits amongst lush greenery on the second highest peak in Hong Kong - Lantau Peak. Head West if you ...
Eat Sichuan Hot Pot in Chengdu or Bamboo Tofu served with dried chilies and green peppers in the Shanghai.
Built over many hundreds of years to protect China’s northern border and spreading over several provinces - a walk on the Great wall of China is as compulsory as seeing the pyramids on a visit to Egypt.
China’s most beloved inhabitants; you can see Panda’s in several locations across China, though the Giant Panda Breeding and Research base in Chengdu is the better option.
Take a stroll through the stunning Danxia mountains, where the peaks rise in hues of red, purple, blue and yellow
The Bund is a waterfront area in Shanghai. There are literally dozens of historical buildings to explore, as well museums and some great restaurants.
Wolong valley is a collection of ghost-like waterfalls, misty peaks and dewy forests. Take a stroll there before descending to the sleepy Sixi villages below that are made up of genuine Hui architecture and dotted in the middle...
Much like many other eastern countries, in Egypt, overly intimate behaviour in public (such as kissing and cuddling) is not allowed and disapproved of and will generally attract unwanted attention.