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International Travel — Far-East Asia
China
"A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single
step."
Lao Tzu
World Class Tourist Destination
China, the third largest country in the world (next to Canada and
Russia), is the world's most populous nation and a
world-class tourist
destination. Rich in history, diversity
and culture, it would take dozens
of trips (and years) to
experience all of China.
Of all our travels
over the years, China — in particular
Beijing, Guilin, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Xi'an — rate right
up there as
the most interesting we'd go back again in a New York minute!
World-Class Business Destination
We've seen the future and it is in China. We were very impressed with the business
activity in China. Plan a visit here to learn about Chinese culture and its
business environment...and to make
business contacts.
Top China Attractions
Terra-Cotta Warriors
at Xi'an
The Great Wall of China
The Forbidden City in
Beijing
Suzhou Gardens
Reed Flute Caves in Guilin
Guilin and Li River
Victoria Peak in Hong Kong
World's Tallest Ferris Wheel
China has the world's tallest
Ferris Wheel. The 525-foot-high "Star of Nanchang" opened
in early May 2006 in a riverside park in Jiangxi province, The wheel is 82 feet
taller than the London Eye on the banks of the River Thames in London.
Beijing 2008 Olympics
Beijing was host city to the 2008 Summer Olympic Games. The Opening
and Closing Ceremonies were amazing... and the games were one of the most
exciting
in history.
China
placed
second in the overall medal standings (just behind the United States
with 110
medals) with
an impressive
total
of 100
medals — 51 Gold, 21 Silver and 28 Bronze. It was their best-ever Olympics!
Beijing 2008 Olympics
China Travel Tips
Proper travel documentation to enter and exit mainland China is required — including
a valid Passport and Visa.
Highlights of China Tour
If you'd like to get a taste of
China and are limited time wise,
we highly recommend the "Highlights of China" tour
with Abercrombie & Kent. Top
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