(Above Photo: Memorial archway dedicated by Wanli Emperor (Ming dynasty) to Hu Wenguang, Huizhou’s governor.)   China…you think of the Great Wall, the Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an, the Pearl Tower in Shanghai. But have you ever heard of Xidi, a small village in Anhui province close to the Yellow Mountains, less than an hour from Shanghai by plane (or over 10 hours by train, your call!)? My name is Gwen and I love backpacking.  » Read more »

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2014 marks Art Basel Hong Kong's second anniversary. This year's premier edition will trace twelve decades of art history across four sectors: Galleries, Insights, Discoveries, and Encounters. Over 50% of the galleries participating will come from Asia-Pacific, making this festival the best way to access the region's hottest artists all in one place.  Imperial Tours and Mandarin Oriental are teaming up once again to enable you to enjoy Art Basel Hong Kong in style.  » Read more »

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China has been a world superpower twice already, and in the near future it is set to have a major impact both on our lives and those of our children and grand-children.  So then, given its relevance, doesn’t it make perfect sense as a destination for a family trip?  Just because you’re on vacation does not mean that your holiday can’t be educational and eye opening. Bring your kids to China over spring or summer break and expose them to the country’s history and culture as well as its modern development.  » Read more »