A Guide to China for the Time-Strapped Traveller

March 2, 2015.Reading time 9 minutes.

Home to over 1.3 billion people, China is the world’s most populated country. When planning an itinerary, remember that it’s almost as big as the United States. Don’t be too ambitious with ticking off the sights – try to see a few areas well, rather than squeezing in too much. Here are a few destination […]

Ways to Celebrate Chinese New Year and Why You Need to Buy Red Underwear

February 16, 2015.Reading time 10 minutes.

We may have kicked off 2015 in January, but for those who follow the lunar calendar, the New Year festivities are just about to begin. Lion dances, red envelopes of cash and a big feast are a few highlights of the New Year celebrations, but the occasion is also rich in rituals that can stretch […]