Tag: China
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Family trip to China
China is a destination that seems straight out of an adventure book and is fascinating for all ages. The Asian giant is a hospitable country and very safe to travel around with children. The mix of ancient traditions, its aesthetics so different from the West and the abundance of technology keeps the little ones’ curiosity…
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Xiamen, the best-kept secret of the Chinese coast
If you’re looking for a destination in China that combines sea breezes, colonial buildings, and mouthwatering food, you have to set your sights on Xiamen. At Asiahop, we love this corner of the world because it breaks away from the chaos of the big metropolises. It’s relaxed, clean, and has a unique personality. Where is…
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What to see and do in Beijing in 3 days
As with many large cities in Asia, it is very difficult to see everything a big metropolis has to offer in a short period of time. Beijing, Shanghai, Tokyo, Osaka… these are megacities where we could spend a month and still be surprised by new places to discover. But the reality is that we usually…
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The charm of Hongcun, the hidden gem of Anhui
Located in Anhui province (安徽), eastern China, the ancient village of Hongcun (宏村) represents one of the country’s best-preserved cultural treasures. This settlement, with more than 900 years of history and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000, offers visitors an authentic immersion in traditional China, far from the hustle and bustle of large…
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Fujian Tulou, unique Chinese architecture
The Fujian Tulou (土楼) are ancestral fortresses historically inhabited by family clans. Circular or rectangular at the base, they are built with earth and wood, have several stories high, and have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008. Still inhabited, some Tulou date back to the 12th century. And their shapes do not leave…
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How to Pay in China in 2026
Traveling to China today means encountering one of the most advanced societies when it comes to digital payments. Cash has barely been used for over 10 years. Everything is paid for with a mobile phone. While the yuan in its paper and coin version is still legally required to be accepted, in reality, many businesses…
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The agency that takes you to China and Japan: ‘We use psychology to ensure people have their ideal trip.’
If there is one thing these two entrepreneurs have in common, it is that Asia has captured their hearts. With that as their starting point, they have just launched Asiahop, an online agency that plans personalised trips. A journalist by training, consultant and now entrepreneur. Diego Bergantiños’ journey reached a new milestone just a few…
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What it’s like to travel with Asiahop
Asiahop is a different kind of travel agency. We were officially founded in 2025, but we have been travelling and taking people to China and Japan for over 10 years. We have lived and worked in these two countries. We love their culture, their places, their people, their cuisine and their way of life. That’s…
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15 day China route in 2026 (easy)
If you are planning a two week route for China for your first visit to this country, keep reading. Here we detail an ideal plan for your 15 day China itinerary. And if you want to know when it is the best time to travel to China check our guide here. Where do I start?…
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What to see in Chongqing in 2026
In the heart of southwest China, surrounded by mountains and bathed by the Yangtsé and Jialing rivers, the city of Chongqing (重庆, Chongqìng), one of the four municipalities under central jurisdiction of the country with Beijing, Shanghai and Tianjin is majestically. This megaciudad, known as the “mountain city” or “city of the fog”, represents one…