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How to prepare for a trip to China
Preparing for China is like packing for an expedition to another planet: everything seems clear, but the devil is in the details. To avoid standing bewildered in the middle of bustling Shanghai, not k…
Best Cities in China for Your First Trip
It seems like a no-brainer: grab tickets to Beijing, and you’re all set. For a first-timer, it’s perfect. However, we hold a different opinion, which is why we’ve chosen 5 cities in China that are bet…
Abandoned Cities: 5 Places Where Time Stood Still
Sometimes a trip needs a little adrenaline. And you don’t necessarily have to parachute, paraglide over the city (which is also very cool!) or provoke local bandits by walking alone in dark alleys. Yo…
Journey to the Filming Locations of the Movie ‘Avatar’
Everyone probably remembers the movie about creatures with blue skin and long tails, featuring flying half-dragons and strange nature. We are, of course, talking about ‘Avatar’. The original film was…
Chinese New Year: When Not to Fly to the Middle Kingdom
China is a dream destination for many travelers. The Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the futuristic skyscrapers of Shanghai , and spicy Sichuan cuisine attract tourists all year round. However, there…
Looking Down: The Best Observation Decks in the World
To better understand a city or admire the surrounding nature, you need to climb higher. The ascent isn’t always easy, but it’s worth it for the experience and the view from the top. If you’re not afra…
Not just Hainan: China’s beach resorts
When we think of the sea in China, the island of Hainan immediately comes to mind. But what if we told you that this is just the tip of the iceberg? The mainland of the country hides dozens of stunnin…
Heading to Hainan instead of Thailand
Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, like pasta with stew — cool, but after the third time, you want something new. And where can you go for roughly the same money? There’s an option just for those who want…
What to Eat in China
Chinese cuisine is a delight. It is one of the most diverse and popular in the world. Many know about dumplings, Peking duck, or Kung Pao chicken — thanks to them, Chinese cuisine restaurants in any c…
Journey to Tibet: Traveling Through the Sky
High mountains hide one of the most mysterious places on the planet under their cover – authentic Tibet. Throughout the country’s history, it has been extremely difficult for a foreigner to get there.…
Why it’s important to travel more in youth
Today you’re finishing university, and then poof — you’re 50. And you haven’t really seen the world! Or do you think you’ll have a blast in retirement, like the Chinese? But they have a different stor…
QR code: in which countries can you pay this way
Just a few years ago, preparing for an overseas trip meant a mandatory visit to a currency exchange and a painful calculation of cash. Today, the world is changing rapidly, and the smartphone is repla…
Budget Beijing: How Not to Go Broke in China’s Capital
The capital of China, an endlessly vast metropolis, astonishing in its scale and aspiration for the future. Beijing quickly overwhelms with its size. And its cost. But in reality, this city knows how…
How to get to a wonder of the world?
In 2007, new wonders of the world were chosen in Lisbon. In general, such a practice — “re-electing” wonders of the world — seems right. After all, every cool place wants to bear such a title! And for…
What is ecotourism and where to practice it
Is a trip to an Indonesian village with an excursion ecotourism? What about a hike in the mountains? Both yes and no. In fact, ecotourism is an entire philosophy that can be adhered to even when trave…
Europe for Nature Lovers: 10 National Parks to Visit
If you think all of Europe has been traveled and explored extensively, or if you simply don’t feel like seeing cities – head to the most beautiful European national parks. There will be plenty to see,…
Wellness, Retreat, Detox: Where to Go for Rejuvenation and Yoga
Yoga, meditation, silence, solitude, self-care spa, wellness, and fitness. All these are popular practices that help relieve anxiety, get rid of stress, and restore strength. Do you want to hide from…
Cemeteries as Museums: A Guide to the Most Beautiful Necropolises
For many, a walk through a cemetery is a plot from a gothic novel or a forced necessity. But experienced travelers know: ancient burial grounds are the most honest open-air museums. There is no urban…
Japan Itinerary: Fuji and Kimono, Sushi and Anime — All Inclusive!
The Maneki-neko beckoning cat figurine waved its paw, and now you have tickets to Japan! Spoiler alert: it won’t be too economical, as the country itself is not budget-friendly. But it will be one of…
Macau – the Eastern Las Vegas: how to get there and why visit
Macau is not just an Eastern clone of Nevada. It’s a unique place where Portuguese azulejo tiles meet Chinese red lanterns, and Michelin-starred restaurants coexist with tiny shops that have been serv…