by Richard David Story I’ve never been one to take birthdays or anniversaries all that seriously, but, well this time around I couldn’t resist. Despite the fact that there’s no fuchsia-colored bow or special banner packaging or a 20-page portfolio of biggest hits, the September 2009 issue marks the 20th anniversary of DEPARTURES. Do we call it “anniversary,” or is it just a birthday?  Who cares…you get the point… Departures &  » Read more »

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 5, 2009 Contact : Margot Kong Imperial Tours (888) 888-1970 margot@imperialtours.net   Imperial Tours Reveals its Approach to Guest Satisfaction SAN FRANCISCO, Ca. (August 5, 2009) – Imperial Tours announced that it consistently exceeds the expectations of its guests by customizing experiences for individual travelers and providing superior service. Imperial Tours offers a selection of destinations,  » Read more »

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 30, 2009 Contact : Margot Kong Imperial Tours (888) 888-1970 margot@imperialtours.net Moments to Remember Forever Imperial Tours Introduces Its Unique Vision for Luxury Travel SAN FRANCISCO, Ca. (July 30, 2009) – Imperial Tours announced today that it has branded its unique perspectives of China as “Imperial Moments.”  » Read more »

CONTACT: Hilari Graff at Strategic Vision Tel: 914-881-9056/9020 hgraff@strategicvision.org   IMPERIAL TOURS NAMED BY CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER TO LIST OF TOP TRAVEL SPECIALISTS FOR 2ND CONSECUTIVE YEAR SAN FRANCISCO, CA (July 27, 2009) – A testament to its unrivaled expertise and experience in planning luxury customized programs to China, Imperial Tours was named to Condé Nast Traveler’s list of the ‘126 Top Travel Specialists’  » Read more »

by Lucy Ward Travelling back in time to explore ancient civilisations is a rewarding change from sea and sand. #1 -‘Paradise’ regained – in China This two-week tour begins with a visit to the tranquil courtyards and majestic architecture of Beijing’s Forbidden City; the bustle of Shanghai’s ever-developing urban landscape provides a contrasting conclusion. In between, the guided tour moves from the Great Wall to Xi’an, the former capital of China and home to the terracotta warriors –  » Read more »