Asia

The Great Wall of China is one of the historical wonders of the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Originally built to keep out invaders, the wall spanned approximately 5,500 miles across...

Japan's Hashima Island, once the most densely-populated place on Earth, has been abandoned since 1974. Also called "Gunkanjima" or "Battleship Island," Hashima's ruined...

Mt. Everest is the world's tallest mountain, straddling the border between Nepal and Tibet. More than 10,000 ft. below the summit lies Everest Base Camp, the site of expedition drama, triumph and...

The Mt. Everest Base Camp on the Nepal side of the mountain is accessible on foot by experienced and novice hikers. A two-week roundtrip hike will take you comfortably from the village of Lukla to...

The Shikoku pilgrimage is a 1200-year-old walking route established by one of Japan’s greatest historical figures, Kobo Daishi. The pilgrimage involves visiting 88 temples, walking in a rough...

Studying in Thailand means traveling to Southeast Asia. Visit Bangkok, Thailand's capital and largest city. Thai is the official language and although many people are taught English throughout...

If you have ever wanted to learn how to speak Japanese, what better way than to study in Japan. While you are there learning the Japanese language you can take advantage of the opportunity to...

There is so much to learn from other countries. To get a better understanding of life in China you can study in China and immerse yourself in the language and culture on a long term basis. Follow...

The rules for Tibet travel are established by the Chinese government. Travel to Tibet is restricted and travelers must obtain special permission from the government. Here's how to clear the way...

Hiking Malaysia's Penang Hill is challenging, but the rewards make it a worthwhile trip. When you get to the top, you will be 2750 feet above sea level. This hike provides a refreshing break from...

If you plan on visiting China, consider a visit to the province of Hunan which is located in the south central part of China. Hunan is not only home to the birth place of Chairman Mao, but it also...

North Korea is arguably the most difficult country in the world to visit. No foreigner is allowed within its borders if they're not part of a sanctioned tour group, and visas are a tremendous...

North Korea, or The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), is a communist country where religion has been outlawed for the past 50 years and government is the highest authority. The country...

Afghanistan is a Middle Eastern country that has beautiful mountains, friendly people and challenging deserts. While recent terrorist activity has made this country a dangerous destination, it...

Getting into North Korea is almost impossible and if you actually can get in, somewhat dangerous. If you are still interested, here are some tips and reasons why. In 1948, North Korea and South...

In the heart of the Middle East, Ashgabat Turkmenistan lies north of Iran and Afghanistan. It is not a very big country and consists of mostly desert. It was once a part of the Persian empire and...