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October 14, 2009
Hangzhou: a luxury retreat in China
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For centuries, Hangzhou has been regarded as one of China's most beautiful and relaxing destinations. The region's charms—scenic West Lake, ancient Buddhist temples, and abundant tea plantations—have... [ Read more ] |
August 12, 2009
An interview with one of our culinary travel experts
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Leah is one of the travel experts based in our New York City office. She's passionate about great food, and she helps design our private international culinary tours. Q: How does food influence how you... [ Read more ] |
May 18, 2009
A conversation with renowned art curator David Elliott
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We recently caught up with David Elliott, the British-born, globetrotting curator. A major tastemaker in the contemporary art world, Elliott has been the director at the Mori Art Museum in Tokyo, Japan... [ Read more ] |
May 11, 2009
Luxury beach options near China
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Many travelers visiting China often ask us how they can add on a few days at a luxury beach resort after their cultural touring in mainland China. There are several recommended options nearby. For an... [ Read more ] |
March 24, 2009
Private Jewish Heritage Tours
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Many travelers ask us to incorporate people, places and activities of Jewish significance when they are traveling internationally with us. We can incorporate Jewish touring into any of our tours around... [ Read more ] |
February 26, 2009
A surprising highlight of Xian: the food!
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Many of our China tours include an overnight stay in Xian, one of the four great ancient capitals of China and the terminus of the ancient Spice Route. While the main draw for travelers to Xian is the... [ Read more ] |
February 24, 2009
An interview with one of our art and architecture travel experts
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John is one of the travel experts based in our New York City office. He's passionate about art and architecture, and helps design our tours around the world. Q: What are your favorite travel destinations?A:... [ Read more ] |
February 19, 2009
Zhongdian in China is a cultural Shangri-La
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For repeat travelers to China, or for those who enjoy more off-the-beaten-track cultural travel, I often recommend Zhongdian ("Shangri-La" or "Gyalthang") in Yunnan Province. Zhongdian is located near... [ Read more ] |
February 10, 2009
Family fun by the Great Wall of China
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Most of our China tours include a private day tour from Beijing to the Great Wall of China. During that excursion, we typically include a stop for lunch at Commune by the Great Wall, a hotel complex... [ Read more ] |