You should not tip in restaurants in Japan. It is not a custom and may be considered rude or confusing by staff who are not expecting it. Instead of a monetary tip, you can show appreciation through polite phrases like “gochisosama deshita” (thank you for the meal) when leaving or […]
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We recently updated the 11-day Best of Taiwan tour. The revised itinerary has Alishan added while leaving out Taroko National Park, which has become unstable after a major earthquake there last year. Alishan is one of Taiwan’s most beloved mountain destinations with breathtaking scenery. Visitors are drawn to it by […]
China tour by high-speed train is no longer a dream! Forty years ago, the acclaimed travel writer Paul Theroux spent a year travelling around China by train. He wrote a book about his experience, which became a bestseller. Titled Riding the Iron Rooster, the book ends with a chapter named […]
If you are looking for luxury South Korea tours, you can’t go wrong by choosing Laurus Travel. Founded in 1998, Laurus Travel specializes in premium-small group travel to Asia. We consider South Korea one of our key destinations. When you choose Laurus Travel for a trip to South Korea, you […]
Is China safe for Canadians? Absolutely! The ongoing fear-mongering by Canadian politicians and the mainstream media only serves to perpetuate their own bias. China may not be our friend, but it shouldn’t be held up as our enemy either, especially when China is not the aggressor. It’s more than poor […]
Many consumers see Laurus Travel as a gem in the travel industry. They attribute their observations to the following factors, which truly set Laurus Travel apart from its competitors. Small Group Size Unlike larger tour operators, Laurus Travel limits group size to 20 with many of their groups capped at […]
Consumers choose Laurus Travel for trips to Japan for a number of reasons including: Reputation and Experience: Laurus Travel has been in operation since 1998, specializing in premium small-group travel to Asia, including Japan. They are recommended in Frommer’s China and have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, […]
The best time to travel to Japan depends on your preferences and the specific experiences you’re looking for. Japan has distinct seasons, and each season has its own charm. Here’s a breakdown of the different seasons and what you can expect: Spring (March to May) Spring is one of the […]
The best time to visit Vietnam and Cambodia depends on your preferences and what kind of weather you like the most. Both Vietnam and Cambodia have a tropical climate, but they experience distinct wet and dry seasons. Vietnam Northern Vietnam (Hanoi, Halong Bay, Sapa): The best time to visit is […]
Luxury China tours on sale for a very limited time only Due to the ongoing political tensions between China and the United States, direct air flights between the two countries post-COVID pandemic are few and far between. In fact, the number of direct flights between the two countries are barely […]