China
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Save £120 per person, when you book the “Highlights of China” journey with Travel Indochina, for a departure date of 9th May 2010.
Okura takes Japanese cuisine to Shanghai Expo
From 1 May - 31 October 2010, Shanghai will be on the world stage as it hosts Expo 2010, themed 'Better City, Better Life' encapsulating the global desire for better urban living worldwide.
Head to Hong Kong for a year of festivals
Travel to the Far East this year and see one of the world’s most colourful destinations! From scrambling a 60-foot-high tower during the Cheung Chau Bun Festival to battling the waters in the Dragon Boat, carnival there’s plenty to look forward to in Hong Kong.
World Expeditions launches The Great Himalaya Trail
The next big thing in trekking has just launched: for the first time ever the Great Himalaya Trail is now available through a specialist tour operator.
Beijing joins Emirates A380 'Capital Club'
The world’s most populous country, China, will fittingly receive the aviation world’s largest commercial aircraft with the start of Emirates A380 Dubai-Beijing-Dubai services on 1st August 2010.
Gastronomic celebrations at the Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
The two-star Michelin restaurant Amber, at the Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong has announced its 2010 Epicurean series, celebrating the finest of food and wine.
Wynn Macau debuts its exclusive new restaurant
After a successful two-year search for mainland China’s best chefs, an exhaustive multi-million renovation, and months of culinary research, Wynn Macau launches Golden Flower, its most ambitious and exclusive restaurant to date.
Taiwan Tourism Bureau launches UK advertising campaign
The Taiwan Tourism Bureau has launched a new high profile UK advertising campaign. The drive is designed to encourage even more British visitors to travel to the Asian island.
AirAsia launches Kota Kinabalu to Taipei flights
Asia’s low-cost carrier, AirAsia, has launched direct flights between Kota Kinabalu in East Malaysia and Taiwan’s capital, Taipei, from as little as £280 return.
Adventure tours of Taiwan
Specialist tour operator, Grasshopper Adventures, is now offering two regular tours to Taiwan taking in the sights of Taipei, Taroko Gorge, Sun Moon Lake, Kenting National Park and other impressive tourist destinations on the island.
Hullett House celebrates Hong Kong’s heritage
In celebration of Hong Kong’s rich and diverse cultural heritage, Hullett House, the design-led heritage development consisting of an intimate hotel, five restaurants and bars and a souvenir store, is opening its doors to the general public, inviting them on guided group tours to historical points of interest within the house, free of charge.
United Airlines celebrates Chinese New Year
United Airlines, one of the world’s largest transpacific carriers, is now introducing a special online deal to Las Vegas. Hong Kong travellers can celebrate the year of Tiger in one of United Airlines’ most popular and energetic destinations in the U.S. with this special online deal.
The Mekong experience: 6 countries, one river
Journeys Within, a boutique Southeast Asia tour company, recently announced an exciting itinerary for 2010 that gives travellers the chance to explore the countries of the Mekong River for a truly immersive cultural experience.
Celebrate the Year of the Tiger
February 14th may be Valentine’s Day but in 2010 it is also the time to welcome in the Year of the Tiger as Chinese New Year falls on the same day.
Romance and tradition in Hong Kong
Loong Toh Yuen, the popular Cantonese dining restaurant at heritage building Hullett House in Hong Kong, provides the perfect backdrop for lovebirds of any age to celebrate both Valentine’s Day and the New Year of the Tiger, with a special six course set menu for $999 (plus 10% service charge) of cherished Hong Kong dishes that are complemented by a selection of contemporary flavours.