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7NEWS
21-05-2025
- 7NEWS
Save up to $4000 per couple with Wendy Wu Tours Big Deal Sale
If you want to escape the Aussie winter or plan an exciting trip to look forward to, Wendy Wu Tours is offering an incredible promotion with its Big Deal Sale. The award-winning travel tour company is offering unbeatable value on selected 2025, 2026, and 2027 departures — with savings of up to $4,000 per couple. As Australia's leading touring specialist, Wendy Wu Tours conduct extraordinary tours throughout Asia, Latin America, Central Asia, Africa and the Middle East. The travel opportunities with Wendy Wu are endless. Whether it's exploring the cultural wonders of China or witnessing Japan's cherry blossom season in 2027 uncovering the mysteries of India, or embarking on a grand European escape. This exclusive early booking offer allows travellers to secure their dream holiday at today's prices. With more than 900 departures on sale across more than 30 countries, there's a perfect itinerary for every kind of traveller. Known for their expertly crafted journeys and exceptional service, Wendy Wu Tours ensures an enriching travel experience from beginning to end. Every tour is packed with value — one price with no hidden extras. Flights, accommodation, meals, transfers, guides, and sightseeing are all included, so travellers can relax and enjoy every moment without worrying about unexpected costs. With travel dates extending into 2027, this is a rare opportunity to plan ahead, lock in the best rates, and enjoy complete peace of mind. Since sending its first tour to China in 1994, Wendy Wu Tours has grown into one of the most respected names in travel, renowned for its immersive cultural experiences and dedication to quality. The company has earned numerous industry awards and continues to expand its offerings across Asia, Latin America, Central Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. the journey of a lifetime.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CCTV+: "Shared Visions Transcend Boundaries" - Guizhou Culture and Tourism Showcase Held in Australia
BEIJING, May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On the afternoon of 12 May, Sydney, Australia, hosted the grand launch of the 2025 Amazing Guizhou Culture and Tourism Sydney Promotion Week, alongside the Guizhou Culture and Tourism Promotion Conference. The event was attended by the Guizhou delegation, officials from Chinese embassies and consulates in Australia, officials from Australian government agencies, as well as members of the overseas Chinese community, local businesses, and media outlets. At the conference, the Guizhou delegation delivered a thematic presentation, highlighting the positive trends in recent years between Australia and Guizhou. These include advancements in the trade of specialized commodities such as phosphorus fertilizer, traditional Chinese grain spirit baijiu, and tyres, as well as more dynamic economic exchanges. The delegation also emphasized deeper scientific and technological collaborations, particularly those drawing on China's "Sky Eye," the Five-hundred-metre Aperture Spherical Telescope located in Guizhou, alongside intensified educational partnerships, including study abroad programs and joint educational initiatives. Moreover, they underscored the growing frequency of cultural interactions, reflected in tourism exchanges and the establishment of sister city relationships. The presentation culminated in a vivid depiction of Guizhou's breathtaking natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, harmonious coexistence, and robust development. In their introduction, the delegation expressed their commitment to fostering increasingly closer exchanges and cooperation between the two regions. By expanding channels for people-to-people communication and enabling more Australians to understand and appreciate Guizhou, they aim to make a significant contribution to the development of bilateral relations. During the event, Guizhou Tourism Industry Development Group Co., Ltd. signed a partnership agreement with Australian travel company Wendy Wu Tours. Additionally, the Guizhou International Cultural Association entered into a collaborative agreement with The Oz-Sino Association for Advancement of Culture and Arts (OAACA). At the launch ceremony, Guizhou showcased a series of ethnic cultural performances. The promotion week, running until May 31, includes an extensive lineup of activities including photography exhibitions, demonstrations of intangible cultural heritage skills, specialty product displays, and ethnic song and dance flash mobs. These events aim to provide Australians with a comprehensive, multi-faceted, and intimate experience of the unique charm of Amazing Guizhou. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE CCTV+ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
NZ Herald
28-04-2025
- NZ Herald
Should you choose a guided holiday for your next trip?
What's one misconception people often have about guided tours? A common misconception is that guided tours only cover the big-name sites and miss out on those off-the-beaten-path experiences that make a trip truly memorable. But the best guided tours do both - and that's where the magic really happens. Take our Gems of China tour. Yes, it includes the classics, walking along the Great Wall, seeing the giant pandas, cruising the Yangtze River. But it also ventures to places most travellers would never find on their own. One standout is Zhangjiajie National Park, a surreal landscape of sandstone pillars rising through the mist. It's so otherworldly it inspired the floating mountains of Pandora in Avatar, and yet, you may not see another Western traveller while you're there. That mix of iconic and unexpected is what guided touring does so well. - Paul Dymond, managing director at Wendy Wu Tours What's trending in guided tours and touring holidays? Gone are the days of rigid, jam-packed tour itineraries; today we're seeing tours prioritising flexibility, intimacy and simplicity. Travellers want slow and meaningful experiences, that enable them to engage and experience a destination more authentically and deeply, and deliver meaningful and positive interactions with communities. Travellers are also embracing more off-the-beaten-path adventures. Destinations like Pakistan, Bolivia, Montenegro, and Albania are gaining popularity, and tours are expanding to meet this growing interest. Solo travel continues to trend, we're seeing a rise in mature travellers booking solo on G Adventures' tours, no longer waiting for a partner, friends or family to book their dream adventure. Many are seeking the connection that comes with a small group tour, and this is where G Adventures' 'Solo-ish' trips shine. - Adelle Clements, regional marketing manager - Oceania, G Adventures What can holiday-makers gain from a guided tour holiday over 'going it alone? Travel should be easy, enjoyable and truly memorable. But travelling to some of the world's most exciting countries independently isn't for everyone. Doing it all yourself can mean wrangling with flights and foreign languages, which can be exhausting. Small-group hosted journeys make travel more achievable and enjoyable, even to some of the world's most exotic and challenging destinations – think South America, Africa, the Silk Road and beyond. Our tour hosts even depart with groups from New Zealand, so there is always someone there to smooth the way and navigate the unexpected. Group travel with a host allows you to not only enjoy the trip of a lifetime, but to share the experience with others. We find that Kiwis love the conviviality of group travel; there's company if desired, but also time to explore alone. Every person brings something to the mix – someone is great at haggling in the markets, while others spot the best photo opportunities, and some are endlessly entertaining around the dinner table. - Caroline Clegg, marketing manager at World Journeys What have you enjoyed the most about a guided holiday? One of the best things about a guided trip is that you don't have to plan every detail, which means you're free to say 'yes' to experiences you never even knew you wanted. When you're not stressing over logistics, you can just go with it, and that's when the magic happens. Take my first Contiki trip through Europe. I signed up for the big-ticket icons like Paris and Rome, but it was the unexpected moments that stuck with me. Like in Florence, when our trip manager pulled us aside after dinner and whispered, 'There's a secret bakery around the corner. You in?' Next thing I knew, I was knocking on an unmarked door in a dimly lit alley at midnight, trading a couple of euros for a still-warm chocolate croissant. It felt like we'd unlocked a city secret – one that wasn't in any guidebook. That's the magic of a guided trip. It's not just about the places you go, but the unexpected surprises along the way. The hidden beaches in Greece, the tiny wine bar in Barcelona, and the local busker in Prague who gets the whole group dancing. - Toni Ambler, managing director, Contiki Oceania What aspects of a guided holiday would you recommend to others? Having spent time on a guided holiday with my family last year, one of the things I enjoyed the most was the opportunity to truly immerse myself in the destinations. On our Outback Adventure tour, for instance, we went from the vibrant culture of Adelaide to the vastness of the Ikara-Flinders Ranges, and then to Coober Pedy, where we stayed in an underground hotel, which was a fabulous experience unlike any other. But it was seeing Uluru and Kata Tjuta that really took my breath away. Despite having visited many times before, the experience is breathtaking and awe-inspiring, particularly with the beauty of the landscape enhanced by recent rains. What makes guided holidays like these so special is that they allow you to enjoy the journey without the stress of planning or logistics. Doing it by coach also offers a comfortable and relaxed way to travel, and the knowledge and warmth provided by drivers and guides bring each destination to life. For me, it's all about the curated experience - one that goes beyond the norm, creating unforgettable memories while exploring hidden gems that you might miss when travelling independently. Plus, you can share it with new friends made on the trip. - Ben Hall, AAT Kings CEO What are the benefits of a guided holiday for solo travellers? More and more solo Kiwi travellers are catching on to the fact that guided coach tours are the smart, affordable way to explore the world. Since Covid, a steadily increasing number of Kiwis (especially those over 40) are travelling solo. House of Travel data shows solo travellers made up 41% of its holiday bookings in 2024, up from 39.5% in 2023. Half of all solo travellers are 50-plus, and 71% of them are women. Tour companies have quickly pivoted to tap into the growing demand. G Adventures recently launched Solo-ish adventures, letting people 'travel for yourself, not by yourself.' Wendy Wu's all-inclusive solo trips, Insight Vacations' women-only tours, and Backroads Touring's heavily discounted solo supplements (with small, intimate groups) all cater to solo escapes too. There are now plenty of inclusive solo tour options, some pair you with a roommate to cut costs, while others offer competitive single supplements. Our customers return from the four corners of the globe raving about new friendships (sometimes lifelong), the sense of safety, and, best of all, the ability to skip the planning stress. - Paula Watson, head of long-haul and supplier partnerships for House of Travel
Daily Mail
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Here's how to get FREE flights to China and India for 2025 and 2026 with unmissable all-inclusive tour packages
If BBC 's Race Across The World has you dreaming of adventure, travel experts Wendy Wu Tours offers a way to follow the route - without the rucksacks, night buses, or frantic sprints. Even better? In 2025 and 2026, when booking selected all-inclusive package tours to China and India, your partner can fly for free, and if you're travelling alone, you can get 50 per cent off flights. Wendy Wu Tours - Race Across Asia Special From 23 April to 20 June 2025, travellers can snap up a golden ticket to the East with a limited-time offer from the UK's number one specialist in Asia, Wendy Wu Tours. Partners fly free (saving up to £700 per couple), and solo travellers enjoy half-price flights on selected fully-inclusive tours to China and India in 2025 and 2026. Packages include flights, tours, accommodation,entrance fees, meals and even visas making them ideal for first-time travellers and honeymooners alike. Save up to £350pp View deals As five pairs race 14,000 kilometres across China, Nepal and India in the new series of the hit adventure show, the real win might be booking the trip yourself - and saving up to £700 per couple. 'We're not here to rush you through Asia,' says Wendy Wu, founder of Wendy Wu Tours. 'We're here to take you deeper – to help you feel it, live it, remember it forever.' While the contestants hitch rides and race across the continent, you could be standing before the Terracotta Warriors or watching pandas in Chengdu - exploring at a relaxed pace, with everything taken care of. No night trains, no border stress - just smooth, expertly guided journeys and none of the mayhem. And the best part? From 23 April to 20 June 2025, travellers can snap up a golden ticket to the East with a limited-time offer from Wendy Wu Tours: partners fly free (saving up to £700 per couple) and solo travellers enjoy half-price flights on selected fully-inclusive tours to China and India in 2025 and 2026. The Race Across the World route begins at the Great Wall and ends at the southern tip of India - but with Wendy Wu Tours, that's just the start. Packages include flights, tours, accommodation, entrance fees, meals and even visas making them ideal for first-time travellers and honeymooners alike. Popular tours include Inspiring India (14 days from £2,290pp), inspired by the classic sights of India's Golden Triangle- from the chaos and colour of Delhi to the timeless beauty of the UNESCO-listed Taj Mahal. For the spiritually curious, China & Tibet Discovery (16 days from £4,790pp) offers a train journey across the Tibetan Plateau to Lhasa's sacred serenity. Nature lovers can explore bamboo forests and spot pandas on Natural Treasures of China (15 days from £4,890pp), or venture into India's wild heart on Taj, Temples & Tigers (10 days from £1,990pp), combining sunrise at the Taj Mahal with tiger safaris in Ranthambore. History enthusiasts can uncover hidden dynasties and sacred tombs on Ancient China (18 days from £4,090pp), with imperial treasures and UNESCO-listed sites in Luoyang and Pingyao. For those looking to journey further, Himalayan Kingdoms (24 days from £8,590pp) blends India's vibrant north with Nepal's spiritual calm, from the enchanting kingdom of Bhutan, a hidden gem within the magnificent Himalayas. Finally, for a true epic, Legends of the Silk Road (14 days from £13,390pp) follows the ancient trade routes through China, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan - in the footsteps of Marco Polo. Partner flies free, and solo travellers get half-price flights until 20 June 2025. Visit to book.
The Independent
05-02-2025
- The Independent
How to secure a China travel visa as new rules allow longer stays
Ever since China opened up to Western tourists in the 1980s, obtaining a visa has been complex and expensive. Applicants must pay over £150 and attend a visa centre in London, Manchester, Edinburgh or Belfast to be photographed and fingerprinted (though under-14s and over-70s are exempted from the biometric requirements). But this year travellers to the People's Republic can avoid much of the traditional red tape. One option is to explore China while technically 'in transit' – with passengers travelling from the UK to China to a third country able to get 10 days on the ground. Alternatively, a leading tour operator, Wendy Wu Tours, now offers an easy online application that avoids the need to attend a Chinese consulate. The People's Republic was closed for several years during the Covid pandemic, and is now opening again – with incentives for travellers to swerve the usual bureaucracy. The 'transit without visa' option was popular before Covid with travellers wanting to get a flavour of the nation. Previously stays were limited to six days, and visitors could not travel extensively around China. Now, though, the length of time has been extended. The basic rule is that passengers must arrive direct from a location outside China (a definition that, for this purpose, includes Hong Kong), stay no more than 10 days and depart direct to a third country. Internal travel is allowed so long as the traveller departs from a major international location with suitable facilities. Under the new arrangements, a traveller could fly from the UK to Beijing, travel overland to Shanghai and continue onwards to, say, Japan. On the return journey, they could visit central and western China, including Xian and Chengdu. Advice from a specialist travel agency is recommended to ensure all the conditions are met. Wendy Wu, founder of the leading China specialist, Wendy Wu Tours, told The Independent 's daily travel podcast: 'All you need is just show your ticket, and then you will be able to stay there and travel through China. 'As long as you leave with your ticket to go to Japan, to Australia, to Sri Lanka, to India, then you will be fine. For holidaymakers who want to travel only to the People's Republic, Wendy Wu Tours has also launched a new light-touch online visa. 'We will send you a link to a simple online form, rather than the 12 pages of the proper form,' Ms Wu said. Fill it in and upload a photocopy of your passport photo page. That's all.' She also said a visit to China right now will prove especially rewarding currently as the recovery from Covid continues. 'They just really love the foreign visitors. The hospitality is warmer, the warmest ever.'
