The most luxurious train in the world - Beijing to Lhasa

China is launching "the most luxurious train in the world" to Tibet's capital, Lhasa on September 1.

The Tangula Express will run regular trips from Beijing to Lhasa, traversing the world's highest railway through the spectacular scenery of Tibet.

"The interior of the train will be decorated according to the standards of a five-star hotel, making it the most luxurious train in the world," said Zhu Mingrui, general manager of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway Corporation.

"Such a train can only seat 96 passengers. The fare would be about 20 times the normal price(2,000 Yuan - £180) and also much more than an airline ticket," he said.

Each of three trains will have 12 passenger cars, two dining cars and a sightseeing car. Each passenger car will have four 10-square-metre suites featuring a double bed, a living room and bathing facilities to accommodate its guest during this 5 days long journey.

Although Chinese authorities present this 1142-km railway as an important means in modernising and developing Tibet, critics warn against flooding Tibet with Chinese Han majority, which may lead to destruction of the local culture and acceleration of environmental degradation of the region

Philippines barres Dutch tourist for being rude.

The Dutch woman, Jenifer Sharmila Kalka, 42 has been barred by Philippine authorities from entering the country after she allegedly insulted the country's residents.

According to the officials at Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila, Ms Kafka refused to answer standard set of questions from immigration and became abusive when asked to fill in a disembarkation form.

"You Filipinos are effing lazy," she allegedly said. "That is why you are poor."

The rude tourist was then put on the next available flight to her port of origin.

"A foreign tourist who exhibits arrogance and rude behavior upon his arrival in the Philippines should be turned back right away for he does not deserve the hospitality of our country and people," he Immigration Commissioner Marcelino Libanan.

What is a small favour between the friends?

Jackie Chan may be soon promoting Australia to Chinese tourist as a favour to his long time buddy Kevin Rudd – Australia Prime Minister.

"I've known Kevin for a few years," Chan said yesterday. "Last night before he left, I said whenever he calls, I'll be there." According to Chan they discussed the environment, Chinese-Australian relations and "some secret I cannot say yet".

Bargain holidays in Bulgaria

According to new holiday survey, Bulgaria offers Britons the best bargains, with pint of lager for just 49p, Big Mac for £1 and three-course meal for £7.

Sun, golden sand beaches and one of the friendliest people on Earth are free.

Holidays over mortgage?

According to latest report, Brits think more about their holiday plans then their mortgages.

Brits spend at least 10 hours researching their next holiday, compared to a meager 11 per cent who put the same time into choosing their mortgage.

Honestly, can you blame us?

Trades Union calls for boycott the holidays in Burma (Myanmar)

The Trades Union Congress general secretary Brendan Barber urges Britons to boycott leisure travels and holidays in Burma because of the country's disregard for human rights and employment of children.

According to TUC, tourism partly finances generate military regime in Burma.

Mr. Barber said: "Trade unions have been at the forefront of campaigns for longer holidays, but Burmese unions have asked us not to take those holidays in Burma.

Holidays to Kenya remain postponed

The suspension of holidays to Kenya has been extended once more due to the continuing political unrest in the country.

Holiday departures to Kenya will remain suspended until Friday January 18. The situation for charter flights due to leave on Saturday is still under review, and a decision is expected to be made on Wednesday afternoon.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office advises against all but essential travel to the country.