The Great Wall of China is truly an awesome sight – a series of ancient fortifications built to protect ancient territories against the nomadic tribes from the northern steppe. The wall is claimed to be the longest man-made project in the world, stretching more than 21,000 kilometres across northern China. There are several sections of the wall rea...

Beijing, one of China's oldest capitals, is a vibrant metropolis that seamlessly blends ancient traditions with modern pursuits. This sprawling city offers an impressive array of attractions that should cater to every traveller's interests. Delve deep into Beijing's cultural heritage with a journey into the historic hutongs. These charming, narrow ...

Hilton has unveiled the Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort, its first property on the Miyako Island in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The unveiling of the new resort coincides with the 60th anniversary of Hilton's first entry into Japan with the opening of Hilton Tokyo in 1963. Above from left: Ballroom 2, chapel, hotel lobby, Azure restaurant. Miyako...

Blue Safari Seychelles, which focusses on conservation in the Outer Islands of Seychelles has joined with local NGO the Island Conservation Society and its conservation partners to open a conservation centre on Astove Island. This centre will cover conservation priorities on the Astove and Cosmoledo Atolls, part of The Aldabra Group of Islands, whi...

Hanoi showcases some of the best examples of French colonial architecture to be seen anywhere, a legacy of French colonisation of the countries known as Indochina from 1887 to 1954. Many examples remain today in Hanoi and in other cities, and some notable colonial structures are an eclectic mixture of French and traditional Vietnamese architectural...

Hanoi is a most beguiling city. Densely populated and heavily trafficked – an estimated five million motorbikes among a population of seven million people – but not fast-paced or clamorous. And all around there are shaded parks and lakes offering peace and tranquillity. Founded over 1,000 years ago, Vietnam's capital city is rich in history with th...