Janice Davis fed her travel bug and educated her young children at the same time. Her new book is full of funny anecdotes and some good advice for those who want to bring their children out into the world and educate them with travel.From glowing Frisbees to the newest luggage GoNOMAD’s travel desk has tried and tested the latest things on the market to help make travel, and life, easier. For smartphones there is a host of new accessories from car chargers to battery-packing cases. There’s hip new street shoes for the fashion minded and toys for the kid in all of us. Whether you’re flying across the world or taking a weekend trip to see the family these will help you on your way.A round up of ten apps for the iPhone that would be great additions for any traveler's phone.
A gallery of photographs by Drew Knowle's who wrote the books about Route 66, in the Adventure Handbook.
Early next month, WildChina will be assisting Teach for China to execute their 2012 Leadership Summit in Lincang, Yunnan. Established in 2008, Teach For China is inspired by the vision that one day, all Chinese children will have access to a quality education. Teach For China takes a unique approach to eliminating educational inequity by [...]
Remember that photo workshop in Hawaii I mentioned last week? I think it might have sunk in! This is my 7th trip to Bhutan and while I never feel like I’ve seen it all, I do find myself taking fewer photos because I know what I’ve got in my stockpile already. But on the first [...]
Our consumer correspondent fields a frequently asked question. This week: what equipment do I need to carry to drive my car in France?
When I first came across Christoph Baumer’s China’s Holy Mountain – An Illustrated Journey into the Heart of Buddhism, I was impressed by its first quality presentation, abundance of information and beauty of its images. It is said that one should not judge a book by its cover, or its pictures – for that matter, [...]
Sophie Butler advises on flying with animals, visiting Shimla in the snow, and trips to Tromsø.
WildChina’s Beijing office will be closed next Monday, April 2nd to Wednesday April 4th for the Qingming or Tomb-Sweeping Festival. The Beijing office will be open for service on Thursday, April 5. Our US office will be open on normal working hours throughout this time. Don’t worry– we’ll be back soon and, of course, [...]
It must be hard to be inventive in the luggage space. I mean, so few manufacturers are able to actually create something original. But Lipualt has done something pretty cool with this 20″ Wheeled Duffel Carry-on bag. Actually, they’ve done several awesome things. First, the bag comes in 7 colors, not least of which is [...]
For a while I’ve wanted to write something explaining why people should travel. Having spent a half a decade exploring the world, more and more I find myself not just traveling for my own benefit but using my platform to encourage others to travel. The problem is, to me the “why” of travel is so [...]
After a short 4 day trip to London to speak at a Future of Tourism event, I’ve arrived in Charleston, South Carolina which is my 50th State! There was no particular reason why South Carolina was my last state, it just sort of happened that way. Other states I’ve visited because they were on the [...]
First, let it be known that I do not consider myself a photographer. I have the good fortune to travel to some pretty amazing destinations. True. And when I point my camera, sometimes I can capture some nice images. But I would say that many times, I’m just lucky. I think I can razzle dazzle [...]
WildChina just launched Gastronomic Tour of China with Fuchsia Dunlop, a 12 day culinary trip throughout China. From October 13-24, 2012, participants will visit the imperial capitals of Beijing and Xian – home to the Great Wall and Terracotta Warriors – travel to the southwestern province of Sichuan and then on to Shanghai + Hangzhou. [...]
Earlier today, The New York Times featured WildChina in “Tour on Asia’s Wild Side.” Journalist Michelle Higgins set out to highlight new off-the-beaten-path destinations and explains “Now adventurous travelers are turning to the region’s wild frontiers for stunning natural landscapes and wildlife diversity.” Higgins featured two of WildChina’s travel journeys: Tracking Wild Pandas & Hiking [...]I first came across Aventura at the Outdoor Retailer show a number of years ago. I was struck by the company’s ability to create feminine styling in clothes that are perfect for travel yet they lean heavily toward being eco-friendly (80% of their clothing is made from environmentally friendly fabrics including organic cotton, bamboo and [...]
Based in China? Looking to travel during the upcoming Tomb Sweeping Holiday (Qing Ming Jie) that is taking place from April 2-5, 2012? If so, now is the perfect time to pull together a last minute escape. And there is no better escape than Taiwan. Known to the first European travelers to set eyes [...]
Earlier this month, WildChina travel consultant Sherry Duo packed her bags and hopped on the train for a short weekend adventure in northern China. Sherry is originally from Datong, a city of +3 million in Shanxi province, but has lived in Beijing for over a decade and only travels back home for special occasions, including, [...]A year ago at this time, Jon and I were vacationing on Kauai. We’re not TV watchers at home, but upon returning to our condo on the night of March 11, we happened to turn on the television and start flipping through channels. I caught mention of an earthquake in Japan and, remembering the tsunami [...]
Last minute bookers of Chinese Treasures, a thirteen day journey throughout China, will save USD 300 if they book before April 2nd! China – where the past, present and future can be experienced all in one. If this is your first and only chance to visit China, then this is the trip. Beijing, Xi’an [...]
WildChina is pleased to announce that Fuchsia Dunlop will be leading Gastronomic Tour of China from October 13-24, 2012. This 12-day journey will visit the imperial capitals of Beijing and Xian – home to the Great Wall and Terracotta Warriors – travel to the southwestern province of Sichuan and then on to Shanghai to soak [...]