Laurus Travel stands out in the crowded group tour market for several reasons that make our offerings better than those of other companies. While specifics can vary depending on the company’s offerings and personal experiences, here are some general aspects that tend to distinguish Laurus Travel from others: Client Compatibility […]
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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 […]
Currency exchange is a major issue for Canadians to consider when planning overseas trips. We advise Canadians to carry US dollars instead of Canadian dollars when travelling overseas. If you have US dollars already like most Canadians do, you definitely should bring US dollars and here is why: Why You […]
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 currencies including the US and Canadian dollars. Even without international airfare included, Japan tour packages are costing a lot more today than before the COVID-19 pandemic. The high cost is […]
If you are looking for Tibet tours from Canada, be sure to check out Laurus Travel. Founded in 1998, Laurus Travel specializes in high-spend group travel to Asia with Tibet being one of our key destinations. We are based in Canada but our guests come from all over the world. Tibet […]
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 is Japan so popular as a travel destination? That’s a question we often hear when talking to potential customers. Japan’s recent rise as a popular travel destination can be attributed to a combination of factors. Chief among them is the sharp decline of the Japanese currency since the onset […]
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 […]
If you are looking to book a trip to Japan, this is probably the question you’d ask first. When you Google “best Japan tour companies” or “best Japan tours”, you’d see a long list of search results including “best Japan tour companies” or “top 10 Japan tours 2025”. The question […]