Greater China – what is it? Greater China normally refers to the territories occupied by non-overseas Chinese communities that share economic and cultural ties. These basically include Mainland China (People’s Republic of China), Taiwan (Republic of China), Hong Kong and Macau. The term of Greater China is often used by […]
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Currency exchange is a major issue for Canadians to consider when planning overseas trips. We advise Canadians carry USD instead of CAD when travelling overseas, but many of our Canadian guests travelling on our Asia tours ask why we offer such advice. If you have US dollars already like most […]
Laurus Travel publishes tour prices in Canadian and US dollars to accommodation its global clientele. Since we offer trips to multiple countries, we also settle payments with our overseas partners in multiple currencies. Hedging against devastating effects of wild swings in the currency exchange market is part of our business […]
There are many Japan tour packages out there, but not all of them are suitable for seniors or elderly travellers. The reason we claim that we have the best Japan tour packages for seniors is that the majority of our guests are retirees in their 60’s and 70’s and we […]
Consumers often wonder why Japan travel is getting so expensive despite the sharp depreciation of the Japanese yen against so many major currencies, especially the US dollar. Even without international airfare included, Japan tour packages are costing a lot more today than before the COVID-19 pandemic. The high cost is […]
A Journey to the Roof of the World High above the clouds, where the land touches the sky, Tibet stands as a mystical realm of breathtaking landscapes, profound spirituality, and ancient traditions. Known as the “Roof of the World,” this remote plateau is not just a destination—it’s an awakening. Every […]
Are you looking for Tibet tours from Canada? If so, you’ve found the right tour company in Laurus Travel. We have been running Tibet tours from Canada since 1998. On many of our Tibet tours, we also have guests from the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia. Make sure […]
China tour packages are offered by many tour companies but finding the right one to suit your taste and budget can be challenging. If you google “best tour agency for China” or “best China tour companies”, you’ll see a long list of companies claiming they have the best China tour […]
Why has Japan become so popular? What makes Japan so popular as a travel destination? Why did Japan get so popular as a travel destination? That’s a question we often hear when talking to potential customers. Actually it’s fairly easy to explain why Japan is so popular among foreign tourists. […]
After Thai Airways suspended its direct flights between Bangkok and Vancouver many years ago, travellers going to Thailand from Canada could only reach Thailand by way of another country. The most popular airports for such layovers include, Seoul, Tokyo, Taipei, Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Hong Kong. In the summer of […]