China is becoming easier to explore, with visa-free entry available for many travelers and more direct international flights than ever before. In this article, I’ll cover all the key things you should know before traveling to China — from filling out the online arrival form to choosing an eSIM that allows all your usual apps to work.

Manila was a Spanish colony until 1898 — a city with a complicated history, and far from the picture-perfect Philippines you might have seen online. I spent a couple of days in Manila to see for myself how locals live and to explore the historic center.

From late March to early April, blossom season reliably begins across Asia. I managed to grab some last-minute tickets to Seoul, flew over, and got to admire blooming cherry and plum trees. Here are the spots in the city with the most beautiful views.

Japan is an amazing country: completely unique and incredibly comfortable for traveling. There are things here that might seem strange or unusual to us, and others that you simply won’t find anywhere else in the world.

China is one of the most fascinating countries to travel to, with a rich culture and breathtaking natural landscapes. But it also comes with its own set of challenges.