Forum: China

Is anyone out there going on General Tour's Yangtze Sojourn on September 21? Would love to connect with some fellow travelers. If anyone has been on that tour, I would love to hear your comments. Thank you

We will be on a cruise stopping in Beijing in April 2013 for 2 nights. Do we need to find a tour (not one of the ship's excursions) that spends the nights in a Beijing hotel or can we go back & forth to the ship? Can someone recommend a good tour...

I'm planning a trip to China and have heard that the Great Wall is a must see. Can anyone recommend good accommodations near this attraction?

Hi, I am so overwhelmed right now! I just bought plane tickets to China (In Beijing, to be more specifically). I am so happy that I cannot stop thinking about what will I see and what will I do. I really need your help guys! Who has been to the...

Hi All, I am new to this website. I am an American and I have been living and working in China for over 2 years now. I have traveled some in China, but most of my time is spent in South China (i.e. Guangdong Province). I would be glad to...

Hello, My wife and I will be traveling around China for the month of September. We are wondering if there are many internet cafes where we can check our e-mail etc. or should we bring a netbook and look for wifi connectivity. thanks,

Is it appropriate for men to wear shorts in China during the summer? We will be there in August. Thanks for any help in advance.

Just wanted to know what would be the best month to visit China. please help... any idea would be appreciated.

Hi,all. I'm new to this forum. I'm sorry if my question appears inappropriate...I will visit Beijing in the coming October. Does anyone know if English-speaking private tour-guide ( or private assistant ) available out there in China? I do not speak...

Greetings all! In May I will be getting married and am saving up for a honeymoon in China. Since I am somewhat poor, I will only be able to save up about $6,000 or so. I figured that a 10 day trip or so would be possible, given what I have read on...

1) If you do plan to spend much time in Pingyao, there are many ancient ruins and courtyard houses to see outside of the city. Tours organized by local hotels or hostels could take you there, but a simple taxi is also a good option. 2)...

Can anyone give any information on how China's numerous plane crashes (eg: in 2002, 2004, etc.) affect its aviation industry? Any heightened measures, controversies about their competence, perceptions by people on China's airline companies, etc.?

Will be travelling to China in 2008 as independent traveller. What is the most economical way to fly between destinations (Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Guilin, Hong Kong) ? Does China Southern or other domestic airline have an excursion package ?

Visa & Entry Procedure These are subject to change and depend on whether you join the trip in Kathmandu or China. If you are joining the trip in Kathmandu you will need a multiple entry visa for Nepal which can be obtained either from your nearest...

Hey there, I want to volunteer in China, however, on a backpacker budget I can not afford to sign up with the large and pricey organizations. Does anyone has positive experiences to share and/or names of programs that allow and encourage free...

Hi, my husband and I are going on a 21 day Grand Circle Tour to China and the Yangtze in October. If anyone has gone, I would love to talk or email with you about the tour and some practicalities. Thanks

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Hallo, I plan next year (August-December) bicycle expedition on Tibet (probably from Kashgar to Lhasa). Knows anybody what is the current situation concernig enter in Tibet for independent travellers ? Is possible enter in Tibet over checkpoints...

;)Beijing is always the first destination for travelers. I am glad to tell you that Beijing will be really a surprise to you. There are five main attractions in Beijing, including the Great wall, the Ming Tombs, the Forbidden City, the Summer...

We are a party of two headed to Beijing on April 28, 2009 for a Princess Cruise on the Diamond Princess. We arrive in Beijing on the 29 of April, and depart on our cruise on May 1, 2009. Princess in their advertisements, state they have a tour on...

Greetings, I am going on my first ever trip outside of the States, and to China, I am so excited. My problem, being the world traveler that I am not, is what to pack! Well I know underwear and stuff but have no clue about anything as fas as...