Choose the places and experiences that interest you, then shape a journey around them.
Welcome to China! As you embark on your voyage, we’d love to give you some tips on currency exchange. While mobile payments and bank cards are more common, cash serves as a helpful alternative payment...
Read the article →If you travel with a tour group, most of your costs will be covered as part of the package, with the exception of gifts and personal expenses. China offers good values in hotel accommodations, meals, ...
Read the article →Pack lightly, and bring casual clothes. A sturdy, comfortable pair of walking shoes is a must. A business suit and tie for men and one or two dresses or pant suits for women will suffice for most form...
Read the article →You should consider the benefits of travel insurance as part of your travel planning. These plans may include valuable medical expense coverage, trip interruption, medical emergency assistance, and tr...
Read the article →Online Travel Agency: rail tickets are not easy to buy during peak seasons like the Golden Week (October 1 ñ 7) and Spring Festival. It is advisable for tourists to use a reliable travel agency like T...
Read the article →If you will be in China during national holidays, the following guidelines will help.\* Reserve in AdvanceThe National Day in China is peak for car renting. It is impossible to rent one three or four d...
Read the article →GreetingsAddress a person using his or her family name only, such as Mr. Chen or Ms. Hsu. The Chinese family name comes first and is usually one syllable. A one or a two-syllable given name follows a ...
Read the article →In China, it is assumed that the first person that enters a room is the head of the group. Westerners should observe this tradition to avoid confusing their Chinese hosts. Important guests are usually...
Read the article →At a formal banquet, be prepared to give a short, friendly speech in response to the hostís speech. When inviting Taiwanese to a party, serve a ìrealî meal rather than snacks and drinks. When invited ...
Read the article →It is appropriate to bring a gift, particularly something representative of your town or region, to a business meeting or social event. Gifts indicate that you are interested in building a relationshi...
Read the article →\* Bring a large supply of business cards.\* Keep in mind that in China, and virtually all other countries, that 3/6/00 means June 3, 2000.\* As a health precaution, it is advisable for international vis...
Read the article →In most cities in China, there are quite a lot taxis available, which are painted red, yellow, or green. Taxi fares may vary from city to city, but they are supposed to be marked on the taxi window, a...
Read the article →Start with a route, or tell us which places and experiences caught your interest.