Guests booked on our Japan tours often ask about tipping in Japan. Tipping is not a common practice in Japan, and in many situations, it can even be considered awkward or impolite. Excellent service is standard and part of the culture. This is known as omotenashi (お持て成し), or wholehearted hospitality. […]
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The best time to visit Sri Lanka depends on the region and interests. Generally, the finest weather is from December to March, especially on the south and west coasts and in the central highlands. For those wishing to explore the north and east coasts, the best months are April to […]
Pacific Delight Tours of New York suspended operations and withdrew from the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) effective February 3, 2020, due to a dramatic downturn in business caused primarily by the coronavirus outbreak and the collapse of its core China tours business. Suspension of Operations Pacific Delight Tours, […]
Luxury tours of Japan are offered by countless tour operators, but not everyone has the same understanding when it comes to luxury. According to Isadore Sharp, founder of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, luxury is defined not just by opulent decor, but by exceptional, personalized service that makes every guest […]
Those planning private Japan tours are invited to check out Laurus Travel. Laurus Travel is a strong choice for private Japan tours due to its unrivalled expertise, buying power, focus on cultural immersion, and commitment to personalized service. The company is known for well-organized, small group tours with excellent guides […]
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 […]
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 […]