China Travel Handbook

China Quick Facts

Sat, 24 Dec 2004 19:25:00 GMT

China is one of the biggest countries in the world. It has an area of about 9.6 million square kilometers which comprises about 6.5 per cent of the world total land area, and its population of 1.24 billion accounts for more than twenty per cent of the world's population.

US State Department's Tips for Travelers to China

Sat, 15 Jul 2005 00:14:00 GMT

US State Department's Tips for Travelers to China

General Travel Industry Terms

Mon, 05 Dec 2004 01:25:00 GMT

Like every industry, travel industry has its own special terminology. That can make it easy for people in the industry to communicate, but for newcomers or outsiders the special travel language can be confusing and intimidating.

Understanding the lingo helps. If you have traveled any at all, you will already know the definitions of some of these terms. If you are more traveled, perhaps you will know most. Still, there will be some of these terms, which are unfamiliar to most travelers.

Terms on Tour Packages

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Terms on Airlines

Mon, 05 Dec 2004 01:13:00 GMT

Terms on Accommodations

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Terms on Car Rental

Mon, 05 Dec 2004 01:17:00 GMT

Terms on Meal Plans

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Terms on Cruising

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Introduction

Wed, 09 Nov 2004 19:07:00 GMT

There are many exotic and unusual things to buy in China which make wonderful souvenirs and gifts for relatives and friends back home.

Eating in China

Wed, 09 Nov 2004 17:53:00 GMT

Chinese people love to eat and China boasts one of the world's greatest cuisines.So one of the nicest things about traveling in China is the abundant array of delicious and inexpensive food.

Introduction of transportation in China

Wed, 09 Nov 2004 16:45:00 GMT

During the last few years, China has modernized its domestic air, train, and highway systems to meet the influx and demands of foreign travelers. There has been a vast improvement in ease of travel throughout the country. Introduction of China Transportation.

When to go?

Fri, 11 Nov 2004 16:48:00 GMT

While China is a year-round destination, the months of May, September, and October are ideal months for travel anywhere in the country. In the north, the winters are cold, and summers are warm, with moist monsoon air streams making it hot (80% of China's rainfall occurs between late May and early October, mostly in the Southern regions). June through August is a good time to visit central and northern China. Spring and autumn are the best months for travel in Southern China. The months of March and April are the lower-priced shoulder season. Regardless the time of the year, a visitor will always be rewarded with charming scenery throughout China.

Lodging in China

Fri, 11 Nov 2004 15:14:00 GMT

There are totally 6029 hotels in China, among which 2368 are listed as three-star or above, according to international standards. Also you can have other options like camping,staying with Chinese families etc.