China has an extensive train network connecting over 500 cities. Trains are one of the most commonly used means of transport for tourists and are generally reliable and safe. If you want to travel China by train, keep these things in mind.

• Chinese train stations can feel like airports, espe...

If you ever visited Spain, you probably enjoyed a freshing glass of sangria (or two). This colourful drink is popular throughout Spain and exists in many different variations. Sangria is perfect for a summer party, as you can easily make a batch of it. In the supermarket are prepackaged Sangria mix...

Spain has its fair share of "must visit at least once in a lifetime" festivals, such as La Tomatina. However, if you're a daredevil, you might prefer Los Sanfermines. This festival is most famous for the bullrun where a group of thrillseeking participants try to stay ahead of a number of bulls for a...

Did you enjoy having secret food fights as a child? You can relive the thrill of throwing food but in a completely socially acceptable way at Spain's La Tomatina festival. Also known as the world's biggest food fight. On the day of La Tomatina, usually in August, approximately 40 tonnes of toma...

Each year in March, Valencia hosts Las Fallas, a week-long festival with paella competitions, fireworks, music and floats with colourful constructions called 'fallas'. The festival ends with a burning of the fallas to symbolise rebirth and celebrate the start of spring. Officially the festival runs ...