Venture Places: China

Arthur Frommer shared his top travel bargains along with his daughter Pauline. They are famous publishers of travel guidebooks and their team up recommends the cheapest destinations travelers can abide. Here are five destination bargains travelers could choose:

China

China is a country of great wonders and tradition. Travelers usually disregard China from their list because of moral justification. China is one of the destinations you can budget travel. For an amount of $999 per traveler, accommodations are inclusive for a 10 day stay served with daily meal, tour guide, and roundtrip ticket. China Focus Travel, Magic Carpet Traveler, and Ritz Tours are some of the affordable travel agencies China has to offer.

Vietnam

Vietnam is a country you can explore while having fun. Expenses in Vietnam covers a small percentage compared to US. You can relax in the hotel for as low as $75 per night good for four people. Another great way to escape in Vietnam is shopping. Store prices are relatively cheap.

Panama

The city is located in Central America. It is rich with white sand beaches and blue waters. Ecotourism is promoted in Panama. This peaceful country offers great deals when it comes to accommodation and exemplary cuisine.

Kenya

Are you longing for an African Safari adventure? Then Kenya offers the best travel deal on safaris. The country can be risky because of political problems but that doesn’t stop Kenya from promoting its tourism to travelers. Roundtrip air tickets and a one week safari adventure can be availed for less than $2000. Gap Adventures and Lion World Tours are some of the travel agencies which offer big bargains for vacation packages.

The National Parks of the United States

Superb national parks like the Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountain, Yellowstone, and Yosemite offers inexpensive travel deals. An annual fee of $80 will allow you to enter the parks. A great offer of $10 lifetime fee for senior citizens is available. You will surely be captivated by the nature.

There are other ways to handle travel budget.

• Book a tour with a responsible guide. Tour with groups is cheaper because they often lodge in budget hotels and inns than famous and big hotels. A tour bus is usually used when visiting attractions. Expenses on a taxi or renting a car will be eliminated.
• You can apply for volunteer opportunities. Volunteering for social service will not only budget your vacation for as low as $200 per week but you will have the chance to experience and contribute to the betterment of the environment.
• The Vaughn Systems in Spain. This company offers employment for native English speakers to teach in Spain. You get to visit different places around Spain while teaching. Airfare is not free but the company will provide for the transportation, food, and lodging.
You don’t need to go to expensive vacation spots if it doesn’t fit your budget. Vacation alternatives are available to suit your spree.

Asia has a variety of beautiful and ancient countries in the modern world. One unique country you should visit in Asia is China. China is popular for its culture and traditional artifacts. It is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. China is the most populated country but still progresses when it comes to economy. Its major cities include Macau, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Beijing.

China has improved when it comes to tourism. Tourist spots and picture perfect attractions have invited thousands of tourists to visit their country annually. The most famous tourist spot of all is included in the seven wonders of the world- The Great Wall of China. This outstanding wall is the only structure seen outside planet Earth. It is 25 feet wide and 6,700 kilometers long passing through mountains, plateaus, plains, and desserts. This historical infrastructure has been there for over than 2000 years and was built through the time of the Ming Dynasty. The Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang is recognized for Buddhist temples in caves covered with antique Chinese statues and painting. Another attraction in China is listed as the eighth wonder of the world- the Terra Cotta Warriors and Bronze Chariots. Hollywood movies have been using this famous attraction as their backdrop in scenes. This astonishing spot is located in Xian and features sculptures of horses and warriors with different positions and expressions. The statues are life-sized and were discovered by a Chinese farmer on 1974. There are about 7000 soldiers, 100 chariots, 400 horses, and 100,000 weapons excavated from the ground. If you love shopping, then Hong Kong is the most suitable city for shopaholics. It has a variety of shopping centers from local products to designer brands.

China is not only rich in culture but also in Paleolithic history. Remains of the Peking Man, species of known hominids, was discovered in Zhoukoudian, Beijing. The fossils have been there for 770,000 years causing a great breakthrough in China’s history.

Traveling won’t be complete without Chinese cuisine. Chinese cuisines have rich flavors that required years of practice. Their food has been popular all over the world from noodles to dumplings. A Chinese meal wouldn’t be complete without their staple food rice. The most favorite and famous Chinese cuisine is Sichuan. The taste is exemplary combining all flavors that will satisfy your taste buds. Sichuan cooking concentrates on the thickness and heat of flavor with over 30 cooking techniques to finish a single dish.

First time travelers in China should travel during spring, not winter season. It is important to locate the best travel agencies in China before traveling. Famous agencies include China International Travel Service, Shanghai Yangtze International Travel Service, and Chengdu Overseas Tourist Corporation. You can search the web for other reliable and affordable travel agencies to have more option. Accommodations won’t be a problem because the travel agency will provide it for you depending on your package deal. The appropriate hotel locations should be in the city’s vicinity for easy access to all activity areas.

Sanitation quarantine is a prerequisite for all tourists going in and out of China. Only allowed items by the Inspection and Quarantine Organization can pass in the airport security. They are permitted to destroy a contaminated item or product if it contains a contagious disease. Foreigners with contagious diseases like AIDS and TB is forbidden to enter their country.

Traveling to China is an experience of a lifetime. You will not only learn about their deep culture but will meet new and interesting people during the trip. Be prepared before traveling and don’t forget to bring your camera to take those memorable moments.