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Travel blog about Asia
Articles and guides on independent travel across Asia: visas, money, transport, seasons, routes and practical tips for Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Cambodia and Bali.
Heihe: How to Make a Day Trip from Blagoveshchensk in 2026
Heihe is a rare case where going abroad begins not with passport control and a many-hour…
14 Sep 2026
Onsen in Japan: How to Use Hot Springs Properly
An onsen is not a “hot bath” but a ritual of its own with rules that…
11 Sep 2026
The Terracotta Army in Xi’an: How It Works, How Many Warriors and What to See
The Terracotta Army is one of the few sights in the world that was found by…
11 Sep 2026
Transport on Hainan Island in 2026: How a Tourist Can Get Around Cheaply and Quickly
China’s transport system in 2026 is convenient and cheap — but it follows its own rules,…
10 Sep 2026
Sanya Resort in 2026–2027: Which Bay to Choose for the Perfect Holiday?
Sanya, in the south of Hainan Island, has established itself as Asia’s main “beach hit” for…
10 Sep 2026
Night Markets in China: What to Try and How to Behave
A guide to China's night markets: Guijie and Wangfujing in Beijing, Huimin Street in Xi'an, fish…
16 Aug 2026
China’s High-Speed Trains: How to Buy a Ticket and Board
The 高铁 network is the world's biggest: up to 350 km/h, e-tickets, a passport instead of…
14 Aug 2026
7-Eleven in China: What to Buy, Prices and How It Differs from Japan
Is there 7-Eleven in Chinese cities, how the stores differ from the Japanese ones and which…
11 Aug 2026
Mixue Bingcheng in China: The Menu, Prices and What to Try
If you have ever walked down the street of a Chinese city and seen a bright…
11 Aug 2026
MINISO in China: What to Buy, Prices and Flagship Stores
A guide to the MINISO chain in China for tourists: what to buy, how much it…
11 Aug 2026