If you are looking for best winter destinations in Asia for Canadians, we highly recommend Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia and Indonesia. Trump’s tariff war and unfriendly border control measures are making many Canadians, including the half million Snowbirds who winter in Florida and other southern US states every year, hesitate […]
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Is winter a good time for travel to Japan? We often get asked about this. The answer can be yes or no depending on exactly where to go and what to do. The answer is yes if you go to Japan to ski. Hokkaido is one of the top winter […]
There are five airlines offering direct flights between Canada and Japan. They are Air Canada, WestJet, Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways and Zipair. Zipair is a relatively new entrant to the game. It is a low-cost carrier owned by Japan Airlines. ZIPAIR currently offers daily non-stop flights between Vancouver and […]
If you are looking for the best China tour company in North America, you must check out Laurus Travel. Laurus Travel is North America’s undisputed leader in running premium small-group tours to China. While other China tour companies come and go, Laurus Travel has been going from strength to strength, […]
Laurus Travel is a popular choice for guided tours of Japan for consumers from Canada and the United States. The company is known for its expertise on Japan with a strong reputation to boot. If you are looking for a premium small-group travel experience in Japan, Laurus Travel should be […]
The best time to visit China is during the spring (March, April, May) and autumn (September, October, November). These seasons offer the most agreeable weather and vibrant landscapes for outdoor activities and sightseeing. Spring (March – May) is a fantastic time to visit China, with blooming flowers, comfortable temperatures, and […]
Is China safe for Canadians? China is absolutely safe for Canadians and for tourists of any nationality no matter what you hear from the politicians and the news media. “Arbitrary detention” is a term we often hear when the media and politicians talk about China, but the reality is far more […]
If you are looking for the best Canadian tour companies for trips to China and Japan, consider Laurus Travel located in Vancouver. Laurus Travel has been around since 1998 with a stellar reputation to boot. The Canadian tour operator focuses on East Asia with China and Japan being its main […]
Are you looking for a China tour focusing on Fujian and Guangdong? Our 15-day Southeast China itinerary may fit the bill! The luxury small-group China tour starts in Shanghai and concludes in Hong Kong. In between, you’ll visit Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), Wuyishan (Wuyi Mountain), Longyan, Xiamen, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. Fujian […]
Why visit Qufu, you ask? Well, here is why. Qufu is the birthplace of Confucius and a must-visit for those interested in Chinese history, philosophy, and culture. As the heart of Confucian heritage, the city is home to the Three Confucian Sites — the Confucius Temple, Confucius Mansion, and Confucius […]