Travel Forum / Destinations / Asia / November 2006

any recommendations on the best way to find the 'cheapest and best' one
month's holiday away from London U.K.
To depart from London in the next few weeks to catch some winter sun.
ideally with half board accommodation and near the coast.     thanks for any

Has anyone done a Nile cruise in December?
I was there fifteen years ago but it was summer time before the
troubles.
Anybody any ideas about the weather extra security etc?

Anyone on the list know what the current charge is for a taxi ride from
Beijing airport to Wangfujing?  I have heard all sorts of stories about
broken meters and meters rigged to bump charges.  I just soon settle on a
flat rate with the driver and forget about the meter. The trip ...

Could someone please tell me what language is written on the signs?
Thank you.
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o17/whereisthis_photo/Where.jpg

Would appreciate a tour company recommendation and opinions for first time
travelers to China.  Would ideally like to package it with other countries.
Thanks,
Jeff