Lunar New Year celebrations are well underway across Australia, and the Year of the Monkey begins today. In China, Chinese New Year is an immense celebration, which is centuries old and lasts for seven days. Celebrated in Chinese communities the world over, the festival is a time for families. Enjoying traditional cuisine, cleaning their houses […]
The extensive network of Asia’s rivers allows cruisers to experience this region from a unique perspective. Journey along the mighty Yangtze and Mekong Rivers, a voyage down the Red River towards Halong Bay, meander along the Irrawaddy, Chindwin or Salween Rivers in Myanmar, or unwind surrounded by the serenity of the Kerala backwaters in India. […]
Remarkable and unique, Chengdu is the relaxed and cheery capital of Sichuan Province and the gateway to China’s western hinterlands. Surrounded by dramatic mountains, bamboo forests and fertile valleys, the city is famous for incredible cuisine, the welcoming local people and China’s most adorable citizens, the Giant Pandas. Here’s how to spend the perfect […]
Nepal is home to some exciting wonders, both natural and modern. With breathtaking landscapes, friendly people and irresistible Nepalese food, there is more to this stunning country than meets the eye. Read the infographic below to learn more about Nepal and Nepali culture, these 50 amazing facts are sure to surprise you! For nature lovers, […]
The hairs on the back of my neck stand up and tears well in my eyes. Not a reaction I’m accustomed to at 6am. Cloaked in saffron, he leans purposefully over a mass of candles and Sanskrit papers. The solemn deep hum of chanting begins. I don’t know the lyrics to this spiritual soundtrack but […]
You could spend an entire lifetime exploring all the regions of Asia and the subcontinent. With many areas that were once out-of-bounds to visitors now open to showcase to the world. There’s easier access to a wide selection of accommodation options. And most importantly, more ways to experience your chosen destination – it can be […]