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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…
Customs and Commercial Goods. How much will customs allow?
Returning from abroad, many people bring purchases with them, and here you need to be especially careful, because if you do not comply with customs legislation, you risk paying a tax on the value or l…
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…
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…
What souvenirs to bring from a trip?
Souvenirs are not just pretty things that decorate our home; they are memories of places we once visited. What souvenirs do travelers most often bring back? We won’t describe what you can bring from a…
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…
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…
What is duty-free and how do duty-free shops work
We are sure that at least once your acquaintances brought you alcohol or perfume from duty-free after traveling abroad. Perhaps you yourself have gazed at the bright displays while passing through the…
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 bring from Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is an island that smells of cinnamon, ocean breeze, and endless tranquility. It’s simply impossible to leave here empty-handed: your suitcase will fill itself with vibrant fabrics, fragrant…
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…
Street Food Guide: What and Where to Eat Safely in Asian Markets
We are sure: to truly get to know a country, you need to eat it. Preferably — surrounded by sizzling woks, aromatic smoke, and the cheerful buzz of locals. To ensure your gastronomic adventure doesn’t…
Guide to the Best Food Courts and Markets in Asia
Traveling through Asia without experiencing its street food is like watching a movie without sound. It is in the bustling food courts and colorful markets that the culinary heart of the continent beat…
How to haggle down prices by 3 times in Turkey, Egypt, and Morocco
The East is a delicate matter, and an Eastern bazaar is a sport in itself. Here, the price tag on an item (if it even exists) is nothing more than a bold invitation from the seller to start an excitin…
What’s really worth buying at the airport
An airport is not just a transit hub where you languish waiting for a flight, hypnotizing the departure board. It’s a huge temptation. It seems that as soon as you cross the threshold of the security…
Bleisure Travel: How to Combine Business and Leisure Travel
Since we’ve intrigued you with the title, let’s start there: the word bleisure combines two terms, business (work) and leisure (rest). That is, literally — rest during work. So, if you decide to go se…
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…
The strangest things passengers tried to bring on board or check in
What do you pack in your suitcase when going on a trip? Toiletries? 100500 dresses and T-shirts? You’re predictable. What about live lobsters, a toilet lid, and a toy giraffe head? Australian portal w…
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…