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by peteSwede

Question by val: Where can I find good cheap cruises in China?
I’m looking for a cruise in China that will tour the mountains and not big cities but I want something cheap and uniqueish – not just Carnival or Royal carribean cruises in China. Anyone have any ideas where I should look?

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Answer by Melissa C
Victoria Cruise Lines has some great cruises of the 3 Gorges & Yangztee River. I work for a tour operator in the states, if you are interested you can contact Melissa@MGTourCo.com. we specialize in Asia, SE Asia, S Pacific & Latin America.

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53rd Miss World Competition to be Held From Nov. 9 in Sanya(a famous tourism city), Hainan Island, China

(PRWEB) October 8, 2003

The 53rd Miss World Competition is to be held in the city of Sanya in China’s southernmost Hainan province, from Nov. 9 to Dec. 6 as scheduled, the first time China will have held the pageant.

Contenders from 117 countries and regions would converged on Sanya and the pageant would be televised live to those countries and regions, said sources with the Sanya municipal government on Sunday.

Hainan is an ideal place for you to be away from the cold winter. In January and February, the average temperature is 16C to 24C, and 25C to 29C is in July and August. The rainy seasons are from May to October. The best time to visit Hainan is between November and March the next year.

Those who are fond of swimming had better come to Hainan. It’s an excellent swimming and bathing place all the year around, and far away from the crowded cities, it is your best choice for relaxation and entertainment.

The Miss World Competition, which was launched in 1951 in London as part of the New Year celebrations in Britain at the sponsorship of Eric Morley, who died in the year 2000. And his widow Julia Morley succeeded him and is now executive chairperson of the competition’s organizing agency.

http://www.booking-net.com/hainan-island.shtml has special introduction about Hainan Island, hainan map and climate at hainan.

Since yesterday, http://www.booking-net.com offers hotel booking to Sanya, Hainan Island.

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Discover ‘Scenic’ Side of China this Winter with Ritz Tours 12-Day China Scenic Adventure from $ 1,907 Per Person

Alhambra, CA (PRWEB) August 17, 2010

Travelers seeking to experience the ‘scenic’ side of China including historic palaces and temples, picturesque river views, and a cosmopolitan landscape can book the Ritz Tours 12-day China Scenic Deluxe Series adventure from $ 1,907 per person, offering a savings of up to $ 850 per person (off regular season rates). New departure dates are Dec. 8, 2010 and Feb. 23, 2011.

China’s rich history and man-made wonders are rivaled only by its extraordinary natural landscapes. When journeying on this China tour, travelers will admire Guilin’s idyllic scenery as they cruise along the emerald waters of the Li River, indulge their cultural curiosity in Beijing and ancient Xian and stroll along Shanghai’s Bund while marveling at the port city’s futuristic skyline.

Redefining the escorted group travel experience, Ritz Tours’ Deluxe Series programs feature a maximum group size of 32 people, five-star or local best hotels chosen for their central location and excellent service, the services of a tour manager to accompany travelers throughout the tour for groups of 10 or more, and a special gift in Beijing and Shanghai.

Priced from $ 1,907 per person, based on double occupancy, the China Scenic tour features roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles or San Francisco; intra-China air transportation; hotel accommodations (Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong in Beijing; Hyatt Regency Xian Hotel in Xian, Guilin Lijiang Waterfall Hotel in Guilin, and Swissotel Grand Shanghai in Shanghai); sightseeing in air-conditioned motor coaches; meals and entertainment per the itinerary; and the services of knowledgeable tour guides. Rate quoted includes $ 250 fuel surcharge and $ 108 taxes and fees. Single supplements cost an additional $ 400.

Airfare is based on departure from LAX or SFO but is also available from additional gateways nationwide (including, but not limited to, New York, Boston, Miami, Philadelphia, Chicago and Dallas) and with prices ranging from an extra $ 100 – $ 350 per person.

To help travelers protect their vacation investment and offer an increased savings, Ritz Tours provides Travel Protection Insurance at no additional cost on every 2010 brochure tour series program that is paid in full 60 days prior to departure.

CHINA SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS

The China Scenic itinerary begins with several days in Beijing. Tour participants will be able to explore the ancient Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, and the elaborate Temple of Heaven. And, no trip to Beijing would be complete without a visit to the Great Wall and Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world.

Several days in Xian provide visitors with the chance to see Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s famous Terra Cotta Warriors (discovered during an archeological dig in the 1970’s), the ancient City Wall and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda.

Next on the tour program, visit Guilin, a charming destination highlighted by the gentle Li River and intriguing sites such as Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill.

After Guilin, the group will travel to Shanghai, a bustling, cosmopolitan port city known for its blend of old and new, the lovely Yu Garden, immense shopping opportunities, and the picturesque riverfront Bund area. Leisure time allows for exploration and optional excursions designed for travelers to truly encompass the Shanghai experience.

For those looking to extend their travels in Asia, Ritz Tours offers a four-day/three-night Hong Extension tour package beginning at $ 420 per person. Enliven your senses with a trip to the booming metropolis of Hong Kong. Once a sleepy fishing village, it is now a gateway between East and West, where ancient traditions exist in an ultramodern city. Here, visitors can marvel at the dazzling views afforded from Victoria Peak, sample some of Asia’s finest cuisine and visit the open-air Stanley Market.

Renowned for offering the “best quality tours at the most affordable prices” with specially-designed, distinctive travel itineraries, Ritz Tours currently offers more than 20 Premiere, Deluxe and Asia Series tours and three Deluxe programs for Europe.

Every Ritz Tours vacation experience ensures travelers the following: Reliability (for providing enjoyable and memorable trips), Integrity (a commitment to package pricing at the very best available rates), Trustworthiness (building on its long-standing reputation for excellence), and Zeal (enthusiasm in maintaining the highest level of customer service).

For more information, see your local travel agent or contact Ritz Tours at (800) 900-2446/(626) 289-7777; fax: (626) 281-0117; or visit http://www.RitzTours.com.

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Viking River Cruises Discover China

(PRWEB) July 20, 2005

The Discover China Cruisetour is planned and supervised in detail virtually door to door. Brand new ships. Cruise to Hotels to Tours to Meals. You will travel with English speaking guides and travel with peace of mind. Tour Guides meet you at the airport and escort you from there on. Your suitcases are taken care of and waiting for you at each new destination. This is China at affordable luxury!

Discover China:

The Terra Cotta Warriors in Xien

Walk along the Great Wall of China

Sail along the mighty Yangtze River

See the world famous Forbidden City

Get the best seats in the house for the Peking Opera

Feast during the Tang Dynasty dinner show.

Viking River Cruise Saver offers the traveller the following highlited benefits:

What is included:

All inclusive Cruise / Land Tours

Intra China Flights and Transfers

ALL Tours and Excursions

5 Star Hotels

English speaking escorts

Meals on cruise and land

Welcome cocktail and farewell dinner

Unique cultural highlights, depending on which itinerary you choose:

Peking Opera, Peking Duck Dinner, Tang Dynasty Show, Chinese Acrobatic Performances

This is a fully escorted vacation from airport arrival to departure. Explorer China in depth and get a feel for her people and culture of this eternally fascinating country!! Make China YOUR choice this year! Book by August 15th, 2005 and receive up to 90% off your air, depending on departure city!!

Call Peter or Sharon Kerbel at 800-310-4983 and discover Viking River Cruise Saver to China. See our website http://www.vikingrivercruisesaver.com

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by SarahDepper

Question by Gavin: Which to skip on china trip cuz of time. Yangtze river cruise(3dys), Hong Kong(out of way) Guilin(Li river) ?
We’re already going to Beijing, Shanghai, Xi’an. Can only go to 2 of the 3(Guiling/yangshuo, hong kong, yangtze cruise from yaching to chongqing) Guilin seems to be a top tourist attraction with the Li river cruise(4 hours) and Yangshuo not too far away that has many natural attractions(rice paddy fields, mountains), hong kong i left out at first but friends wanna go. Yangtze river cruise seems least exciting but 3rd longest river in the world and 3 gorges dam is one of engineering wonders.

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Answer by Kate likes Nikon
Yangtze river, i would miss out on. The amount of scum & slim that has piled up behind the 3 gorges dam over the years is ridiculous, it’s really affected the nature and beauty. The Guilin is a proper wonder, fabulous.

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China Tour Expert Ritz Tours Introduces Three New ‘Hot Deals’ to China with Affordable Pricing

Relax in China’s largest metropolis, Shanghai, and take pleasure in the exceptional sites the city offers.

Alhambra, CA (PRWEB) June 12, 2009

Leading China tour expert Ritz Tours has introduced three new “Hot Deals” vacation packages designed to offer travelers an introduction to China with condensed tours (in comparison to other Ritz Tours packages) and value-added pricing with rates starting at $ 1,485 per person. The new “Hot Deals” include the Yunnan Special, the China Essence and the Yangtze Delight. Additionally, Ritz Tours is featuring guaranteed departures on these “Hot Deals” with as few as two travelers.

The Yunnan Special is a nine-day journey where travelers will visit the scenic South Eastern China as they tour the Stone Forest of Kunming, meet residents of Dali, and explore the mystical Jade Dragon Mountain of Lijiang. Package prices for this China tour start at $ 1,485 per person, based on double occupancy. Departures for the Yunnan Special are available August through November 2009. Single supplements are available from $ 160.

The China Essence is a 12-day China tour that lets guests travel through history in Beijing, marvel at the sights in Xian, experience the culture in Shanghai, and relax in the beauty of Suzhou. Package prices start at $ 1,693 per person, based on double occupancy. Departures for the China Essence are available July 22, Aug. 5 and Aug. 19, 2009. Single supplements are available from $ 450.

The Yangtze Delight is an 11-day excursion that takes guests on a luxurious journey through the best sights that China has to offer by visiting historic Beijing, the majestic Yangtze River (with Victoria Cruises), and exciting Shanghai. Package prices for this China tour start at $ 1,792 per person, based on double occupancy. Departures for the Yangtze Delight are available July through November 2009. Single supplements are available from $ 550.

All “Hot Deals” packages include roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles or San Francisco ($ 100 additional from New York’s JFK); intra-China air and motorcoach transportation; deluxe hotel accommodations; Victoria Cruises accommodations (on the Yangtze Delight tour); meals and entertainment per the itinerary; the services of knowledgeable tour guides; fuel charges, taxes and fees. Add-on airfares are available for departures from all major gateways (including, but not limited to, Boston, Miami, Philadelphia, Dallas, Chicago and Toronto) and range from $ 150 – $ 450 per person. Additional tours are available at each destination and can easily be added to the cost of the package.

About Ritz Tours:

For nearly 30 years, China tour expert Ritz Tours has been introducing travelers to Asia’s 5,000 years of culture and history, and now the company is bringing its formula for success to Europe. A member of the U.S. Tour Operators Association (USTOA), the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) and the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), Ritz Tours delivers on its motto “the best quality tours at the most affordable prices” with a selection of exceptional programs that is unrivaled in the marketplace.

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Yagdi, in the south of China, is the starting point for a journey on the Lijiang River. Like a green silk ribbon, the river winds 83 kilometres through lush countryside from which unusual cone-shaped mountains suddenly appear from the plains. The view scans across to Pagoda Mountain, lingers for a moment on Hole Mountain, and then moves across to Picture Mountain. Without warning, the vase-shaped cliffs and green rocks of the radiant Lotus Summit come into view. In the foreground, there are light green rice fields, extensive bamboo groves and lush orange plantations. During their lunch break, women sit at their noisy sewing machines while the men enjoy smoking their pipes. An idyllic, picturesque landscape in which the hands of time tick slowly by. Finally, Yangshou, in which numerous takeaways tempt with exotic delicacies and where, outside each establishment, pots and cages indicate what’s on the menu! In spite of their arduous rural life, the local people are happy and contented, a feeling also experienced by those who visit this amazing region.

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Ritz Tours Adds Additional Departure Dates for 14-Day Yangtze Special China Tour for Spring/Summer 2009

Alhambra, CA (PRWEB) May 24, 2009

Well-known China tours expert Ritz Tours has added additional departure dates for its 14-day Yangtze Special program, which combines stays in Beijing, Chongqing, and Shanghai with a magnificent Yangtze River journey on Victoria Cruises. Departures for this exciting China tour are now available June 3, June 17, July 1, July 29 and Aug. 12, 2009.

Priced from $ 1,985 per person, the 14-day Yangtze Special China tour features roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles or San Francisco; airfare between cities visited in China; seven-day/six-night Yangtze River Cruise; hotel accommodations; spectacular sightseeing in air-conditioned motor coaches; meals and entertainment per the itinerary; the services of knowledgeable tour guides; fuel charges, taxes and fees. Add-on airfares are also available for departures from all major gateways including, but not limited to, Boston, Miami, Philadelphia, Dallas, Chicago and Toronto.

Yangtze Special Itinerary

This exhilarating excursion begins in Beijing, China’s capital and recent host city for the 2008 Olympic Games. Highlights include unforgettable visits to the world’s largest public square, Tiananmen Square; the ancient Forbidden City, home to emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties; and a mesmerizing stroll through the beautiful grounds of the Summer Palace and Kunming Lake. The China tour continues with a must-see visit to the historic Great Wall. The group’s time in Beijing culminates with stops at the Ming Tomb Museum and the solemn Temple of Heaven.

Following Beijing, the group boards a deluxe Victoria Cruises vessel for a seven-day Yangtze River adventure in Chongqing. Guests will sail on the Yangtze River, absorbing the serene beauty of forest-covered mountains and steep cliffs of the Three Gorges. Shore excursions include a trip to the Hubei Provincial Museum and a visit to Nanjing, where the group tours the Sun Yat Sen Memorial, a mausoleum built in 1929 for the man considered to be the “Father of Modern China.” The China tour also visits a Qing Dynasty style bazaar surrounding a Confucian Temple.

The Yangtze Special concludes in Shanghai, China’s largest metropolis, where travelers can appreciate the dramatic landscape of this port city. In addition, travelers can enjoy the Ming dynasty garden Yu Garden, the shopping opportunities on Nanjing Road, and Bund, Shanghai’s picturesque waterfront. The China tour concludes with a visit to the Shanghai Museum followed by an evening featuring a Chinese acrobatics show.

About Ritz Tours

For nearly 30 years, Ritz Tours has been introducing travelers to Asia’s 5,000 years of culture and history, and now the company is bringing its formula for success to Europe. A member of the U.S. Tour Operators Association (USTOA), the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) and the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), Ritz Tours delivers on its motto “the best quality tours at the most affordable prices” with a selection of exceptional programs that is unrivaled in the marketplace.

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Known China Tour Travel Agency Rtiz Tours Launches 2009 Europe Packages

Luxury European Travel Deals from RitzTours.com

Alahambra, CA (PRWEB) December 11, 2008

With unhappy news regarding the nation’s financial crisis continuously making headlines, people are finding more and more reasons to get away from the brouhahas of daily city living. One way to do this is through traveling as it allows one to refresh, rejuvenate, and de-stress.

Ritz Tours, already known for providing high quality and unforgettable China tour as well as Asia travel packages veers away from travels to the Far East as it launches the 2009 Europe Packages. With nearly three decades of experience as well as dedicated and personalized service, Ritz Tours is here to set new standards to the way a traveler seeks a treasured European travel experience.

As with its China tour and Asia travel packages, Ritz Tours’ Europe packages are nothing short of high-class. All travelers get round-the-clock service to ensure utmost satisfaction. 5-star accommodations for utmost comfort and convenience as well as professional tour guides are to be expected. With Ritz Tours being a very much established China tour and Asia travel agency, it now aims to make a name for itself in its European travel packages.

The Ritz Tours European dream vacation series is comprised of escorted tours and river cruises. Just as the China tour and Asia travel packages, Ritz Tours’ escorted European tours will take the traveler to the most breathtaking destinations, historical sites, and quaint and charming towns in the Old World. A scenic sail down the rivers of Europe, taking in the stunning scenery, exploring hidden treasures that lie along the way, and visiting historical landmarks are all part of Ritz Tours’ Europe river cruise package.

Similar to the company’s China tour and Asia travel destinations, the newly launched Europe Packages will take the traveler on an excursion that will surely make history in memory lane. Marvel at the exquisite culture and heritage Europe is known for, discover its hidden treasures, be awed at their amazing scenery, abundant with their traditions and customs, and be immersed in their ancient and modern glories.

Enjoy affordable luxury travel deals to Europe as Ritz Tours whisks wanderlusts away to England, France, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Croatia, Slovenia, Austria, and Russia.

Book now and experience an exceptional and unparalleled journey to Europe’s most popular destinations.

About Ritz Tours:

Ritz Tours is an industry leader in providing the most memorable China tour and other Asia tours at the best prices. A member of highly respected and recognized travel associations, Ritz Tours is a proud member of the U.S Tour Operators Association (USTOA), Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) as well as the International Airlines Travel Agents Network (IATAN).

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Known China Tour Travel Agency Rtiz Tours Launches 2009 Europe Packages

Luxury European Travel Deals from RitzTours.com

Alahambra, CA (PRWEB) December 11, 2008

With unhappy news regarding the nation’s financial crisis continuously making headlines, people are finding more and more reasons to get away from the brouhahas of daily city living. One way to do this is through traveling as it allows one to refresh, rejuvenate, and de-stress.

Ritz Tours, already known for providing high quality and unforgettable China tour as well as Asia travel packages veers away from travels to the Far East as it launches the 2009 Europe Packages. With nearly three decades of experience as well as dedicated and personalized service, Ritz Tours is here to set new standards to the way a traveler seeks a treasured European travel experience.

As with its China tour and Asia travel packages, Ritz Tours’ Europe packages are nothing short of high-class. All travelers get round-the-clock service to ensure utmost satisfaction. 5-star accommodations for utmost comfort and convenience as well as professional tour guides are to be expected. With Ritz Tours being a very much established China tour and Asia travel agency, it now aims to make a name for itself in its European travel packages.

The Ritz Tours European dream vacation series is comprised of escorted tours and river cruises. Just as the China tour and Asia travel packages, Ritz Tours’ escorted European tours will take the traveler to the most breathtaking destinations, historical sites, and quaint and charming towns in the Old World. A scenic sail down the rivers of Europe, taking in the stunning scenery, exploring hidden treasures that lie along the way, and visiting historical landmarks are all part of Ritz Tours’ Europe river cruise package.

Similar to the company’s China tour and Asia travel destinations, the newly launched Europe Packages will take the traveler on an excursion that will surely make history in memory lane. Marvel at the exquisite culture and heritage Europe is known for, discover its hidden treasures, be awed at their amazing scenery, abundant with their traditions and customs, and be immersed in their ancient and modern glories.

Enjoy affordable luxury travel deals to Europe as Ritz Tours whisks wanderlusts away to England, France, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Croatia, Slovenia, Austria, and Russia.

Book now and experience an exceptional and unparalleled journey to Europe’s most popular destinations.

About Ritz Tours:

Ritz Tours is an industry leader in providing the most memorable China tour and other Asia tours at the best prices. A member of highly respected and recognized travel associations, Ritz Tours is a proud member of the U.S Tour Operators Association (USTOA), Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) as well as the International Airlines Travel Agents Network (IATAN).

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