Teddy bears may be renowned for having picnics, but that just doesn't cut it for the modern bear - it's a holiday in Europe or nothing.
That, at least, is the experience of one bear, whose Hong Kong medical student owner has become the first international client of a wacky new section of the travel industry - European holidays for teddy bears.
Oscar Wang, 28, is studying in London and has just sent his much-loved teddy 'to do some sightseeing and enjoy himself' in Munich, Germany. 'Grey Bear is over 15 years old and has never had a holiday. When I heard about the Munich holidays for teddies I knew it would be perfect for him,' he said.
'I've asked for him to visit the Oktoberfest and to try some German sausage and beer. I've never had the chance to go to Germany myself so hopefully he can see it all for me.'
The cuddly toys spend an 'action-packed week' of sightseeing, game evenings and a traditional teddy bear's picnic, followed by a visit to a Munich beer house. Teddy owners can also choose activities to suit the nature of their faithful friend, such as fishing, golfing, paragliding and bungee jumping.
Teddy tour groups travel around the city in a specially converted cart pulled by their guides, who take pictures of every aspect of the toys enjoying their holiday for their owners to pore over later.