Beijing cracks down on expat community
CHINESE police began a 100-day campaign Tuesday, May 15, to lay a legal smackdown on any foreigner living or working in the country illegally. In an effort to crack down on the number…
Where to shoot stunning photos in Asia
TRAVEL and wonderful photography seem to go hand in hand in Asia. There are numerous destinations providing an array of portrait opportunities, fantastic landscapes, colourful markets and amazing street scenes. Here are five…
Crucifixions, egg hunts and penance: Easter festivals in Asia
CRUCIFIXIONS, Roman soldier reenactments and fleet blessings are just some of the unusual events taking place in Asia this Easter season. While Asia doesn’t have as many Easter traditions as perhaps parts of…
5 travel spots for an Easter vacation in Asia
EASTER is a beautiful time to travel in Asia. It’s a fantastic season when the winter has begun to ease in northern parts of the region and Spring breaks through with flowers and…
Paradise lost: 5 dangerous places for Australians abroad
THE once sleepy town of Vang Vieng in Laos has garnered much media attention in recent days, particularly since the death of two young Australians tubing on the river. But it’s not the…
Daily Digest: Today’s Asia travel news at a glance – March 15
BEIJING musicians veg out, the travel version of ’Face book’, and Lonely Planet’s list of unsung Asian destinations. Read these stories and more in today’s Asia travel news round-up. Beijing musicians veg out……
Essential iPhone apps for traveling in Beijing
THE iPhone has revolutionized travel, and is invaluable in a city like Beijing. While English is fairly widely spoken, travelers still run into standard issues such as not knowing the layout of the…
Beijing’s markets – a beginner’s guide
THERE’S not much you can’t get in the crowded, colorful markets of Beijing. From clothes to toys, fresh fruits to bizarre snacks, cameras to computers, the commerce centers of China’s capital have it…
The best way to see the Great Wall of China? Go it alone
THE Great Wall of China. If any place is an absolute must-see during a trip to Beijing, it’s this. While not as ornate as the Forbidden City or as colorful as a stroll…
Luxury layovers: Asia’s top 5 airports
NO matter what list you use for the world’s top airports, Asian ones feature at the top of these lists year after year. What’s remarkable about these airports is not just their quality…
