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sarah.zheng, 2010-07

Taiwan Treasures

Taiwan is a mystical and beautiful island, rich with natural and urban treasures, from the lush Yangmingshan to the skyscrapers and bustling night markets of Taipei. Relax in the world’s best hot springs and enjoy the wondrous Taroko Gorge and other historical sites. End in the embrace of the sparkling Sun Moon Lake, known for its emerald waters and surrounding mountains. This eight day historic, cultural and scenic tour is priced from RMB 15,650 per person.

Country Holidays. Tel: 3222 0616. Web: www.countryholidays.com.cn. Email: [email protected]

Direct Flight to Boracay

As of last month, direct flights are now available to Boracay, one of the most pristine beach destinations in the Philippines, departing every Monday before 30 September. Unwind on Boracay’s White Beach, a place of tropical gardens and coconut trees. In addition, you can stay for five nights at a AAA resort and get one night free of charge, priced from RMB 7,900 per person.

Xpats Travel. Tel: 6439 2985. Web: www.xpatstravel.com. Email: [email protected]

Kids Fly Free!

Free deals are one of the best things that you can have, and a new family package to Thailand offers just this, valid until 30 September. Children under 12 years old (travelling with two paying adults) travel free of charge and receive special services and offers from hotels. This package includes return airfare (taxes not included), four nights’ accommodation, return airport/hotel transfer and daily breakfast.

Classic Travel. Web: www.classictravel.net.cn

Kota Konabalu Eco Trip

Kota Kinabalu is a place of lush rainforests, mountain ranges and beaches. Experience nature and wildlife at its best as you trek up Mt Kinabalu, walk through the rainforest and relax on Sipadan Island. This six day, four night trip is priced from RMB 6,920 per person, including hotel accommodation at Shangri-La, return airfares, breakfast and airport/hotel transfers.

Classic Travel. Tel: 6416 0808. Web: www.classictravel.net.cn. Email: [email protected]

Inner Mongolia on Horseback

On this five day adventure to exotic Inner Mongolia, you’ll get to spend a day experiencing the life of a nomadic Inner Mongolian and witness nature’s true beauty. Enjoy the magic of a scenic wonderland, horseback riding through the grasslands, hiking in the forest and camping under the stars. This fun-filled and popular journey costs RMB 10,600 per person with a group of four to five people, including airfares, but the bigger the group, the lower the cost.

CNAdventure. Tel: 158 1120 6644. Web: www.cnadventure.com. Email: [email protected].

Moganshan Retreat

Shambhala is an eco-friendly bungalow in a village near the bamboo forest of Moganshan Natural Reservation. This charming, rustic setting allows for a peaceful return to nature, while offering luxuries like bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, decent coffee in the morning and special barbecues. This retreat is priced from RMB 300 per person and RMB 400 per person on weekends. In addition, there is a 20 per cent discount for their listed room rates until 31 October.