China Travel Guide
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Why You Should Avoid Cheap Shopping Tours in China
In China, cheap deals always mean a series of risks and strings attached. How much you pay for something means you should be prepared to accept the relevant services. Many travelers have joined cheap tours in China, such as 1-day tours in Beijing for 100 yuan. However, most of these cheap tours earned a notorious reputation due to the scams encountered. Avoid cheap shopping tours in China and expl...
Shopping or No-Shopping Tours in China
It’s your call whether you prefer a shopping or no-shopping tour. There are many tours in China in both the high and low price brackets but the visiting route is the same. Is it really the same? Of course, not. Keep in mind a famous phrase in China: "The higher the price, the better the quality of the merchandise". What the Differences Are This table shows the specific differences between the t...
Mini Group Tour or Private Tour
Taking your pick from various tours is a little confusing for many travelers. There are two types of tours you often see mentioned — a big group tour or a private tour. However, do you know about mini group tours? Compared with a private tour, it's a more worthwhile choice. What are the main differences between them and which one suits you best? Read on to find out the answers. The Differences B...
China Travel Tips and Best Photo Spots
There’s so much to see and do in China! While you don’t want to miss anything, you certainly can’t see everything. Many people want to know the best places to go to get away from crowds, the best places to take memorable photos, and other tips and tricks for making the most of their China travel. In this guide, we’ll offer some helpful tips to taking good photos at tourist destinations and attra...
Tips for a Family with Kids in China
Depending on what you have prepared for your trip, traveling in China with your kids is a surprisingly easy thing to do. As long as you have prepared well and within enough time in advance of your arrival in China, and as long as you pay close attention to basic factors that occur during trips, you can enjoy a smooth trip in China. This article has been divided into two tip sections for you: befor...
The Best Tips for Seniors Traveling in China
Senior citizens have more time on their hands to do anything they like. Travel is one of them. As the third biggest country in the world and with over 3,000 years of history and culture, China is an ideal place for seniors to travel to. Below, we have listed tips for seniors traveling in China. Pay special attention to your own health conditions and be aware of any limitations you may have due to ...
China Travel Guide for the First-Time Visitors
China is a wonderful and exciting country, full of history, culture, sights, and sounds. For many first-time travelers, visiting China can be both highly anticipated, and a bit overwhelming. Between the differences in language, culture, and government than what most Westerners are used to, it can all be a bit confusing and a little intimidating! Fortunately, we’re here to help, with this brief g...
10 Tips for Solo Women Travelers in China
Courage is the biggest challenge for traveling alone and many people dream of traveling around the world alone. It's a romantic idea but personal safety is an important issue for women. The world is not as dangerous as you might imagine it to be but it's also not as kind as you may think. This is a comprehensive travel guide based on many solo travelers' experiences in China. We hope it helps you ...
What to Wear to Meet Chinese Weather
China is a big country in tradition, wealth, land mass and population. It is in the East Asian region spanning the relatively warm tropics in the South to the colder borders with Mongolia in the North and the middle-east borders to the shorelines of the China sea. The varied weather types experienced in different locations is a consequence of this degree of expansiveness. A tourist will fare bette...
Where to Travel in China in Winter
China's winter is an extreme season and the name alone makes you want to escape it. But is it really that bad? It's a challenge and can be boring for many travelers to visit attractions in cold weather but it's ideal for people who are brave enough to explore another side of China. Why You Should Travel in China in Winter Less crowded: Winter is China's low travel season, which means you won't...
China Travel Visas – Common Questions and Answers
Do I Need a Travel Visa to Travel in China? In general, yes, you need a travel visa to travel to China. There are some exceptions, including the Visa-Free Travel Program, but these are limited to certain regions and short duration of stay in most cases. You should not rely solely on this program unless your itinerary is well-established and falls within the guidelines of one of the exceptions li...
How to Travel to China Without a Visa - Three Ways to Make Your China Trip Easier
Obtaining a Chinese visa for 140 USD and via a tedious process isn’t worth it for people who just want to have a quick visit to China and whose time is limited. In recent years, the Chinese government issued a series of measures allowing you to travel to China without a visa. There are three common ways to enjoy this policy. One-Day Trip, 24-Hour Direct Transit The 24-hour direct transit policy ...
