on the fifth of january is there any performance that will be held for the openning ceremony?
Nov. 6,2009 04:05 Ms.Betty replied:
Of course. You will be impressed by the snow and ice scenery and the festival
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Nov. 5,2009 04:10
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Ms.Priscilla(Singapore) said:
I am thinking of travelling to Harbin for Christmas. I understand that the festival only opens on the 5th but will there be other things to see? And is Harbin a good place to feel the Christmas festive mood?
Hi,Joanne. It is still the time to see the ice carving. Enjoy *_*
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Oct. 21,2009 08:01
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Ms.absolute(australia) said:
Hi there, my partner and I are planning to travel to Harbin in January 2010. I have a few questions that I hope someone could help me with.. How many days would you recommend for my trip.. Do you think 5 days is enough? We plan to leave around 8th Jan, however if it opens on the 5th is that something we should be there to see? I know there are many russians that travel there, could you tell me if the orthodox christmas celebration is big in Harbin on the 7th on January? Also, if we fly to Beijing, is it safe to fly to Harbin from there? or is it safer to catch a train? Can anyone recommend some hotel to stay in while we visit? THANKYOU for your help.. :)
Oct. 21,2009 21:04 Ms.Melissa(China) replied:
I have to say that travelling winter Harbin is a wise and nice choice. 5 days is enough, but 7 days won't be long either if you want a thorough explore. Ice and Snow Festival is something you should not give a miss. Harbin boasts an orthodox structure, St.Sophia Church. You can spend your time there or at Central Street on Christmas. You can either take flight or train from Beijing to Harbin. For hotels, you may check Shangri-la Hotel Harbin, Heilongjiang Kunlun Hotel, or Join Us Plaza Hotel, Harbin. This website may help with your hotel booking: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/harbin-hotels.htm hope this helps and wish you have a good time in Harbin.
It's absolutely safe to fly from Bjs to Harbin (hrb), take morning flight where weather phenomenon is minimised. % days is in HRB, you can plan to enjoy skiing in Yabuli 300 km away HRB, many good sight seeing in HRB check on the net.
Nov. 3,2009 21:35 Mr.Peter(Australia) replied:
I think there are direct flights from Australia to Haerbin. But if you want to travel from Beijing to Haerbin, you might want to try the 250km/h high speed "D" trains, they take only 8 hours to cover the 1,300 km. See more of the country that way. A train leaves just after 7am in the morning, there's a foreign ticket window at Beijing station. Go 1st Class, it will cost you between 300 - 400rmb from memory.( AUD80.00 ) app.
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Oct. 26,2009 09:39
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Mr.Ekk(Thailand) said:
If I go to harbin on early Dec, how much of Ice festival I can see?
Oct. 26,2009 22:48 Mr.Dennis replied:
The opening ceremony is on Jan.5 and the festival last around 1 month. You may feel the ice and snow atmosphere but not so much about the festival.
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Oct. 26,2009 18:28
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Mr.James(USA) said:
I am an American artist seeking to build a small ice sculpture installation art piece in Harbin this winter. Who are the organisers of the Ice Lantern Festival that I might speak to about a space for my proposed sculpture? Unfortunately I only know a few phrases in Chinese, but my german and japanese is rather good. Thanks. James McClean
Oct. 26,2009 22:46 Ms.Nancy replied:
Here is an E-mail you can try: brightsun114@hotmail.com
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Oct. 24,2009 18:17
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Mr.liang(US) said:
I would like to travel in the mid of Feburary to Harbin, could I still see the ice-scrulpture? Thanks!
Oct. 26,2009 01:30 Ms.Lily replied:
The ice festival starts from Jan.5 and lasts till the mid of Feburary. So probably you will catch up with the festival.
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Oct. 16,2009 02:43
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Mr.sandi(USA) said:
Can anyone recommend a good English speaking tour company for the Harbin Ice Festival?
Oct. 16,2009 02:58 Mr.William replied:
You may consider the company of this website, I think. That is Travel China Guide. You can try to book tour route with it.
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Oct. 14,2009 08:37
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Mr.Alexandre(Portugal) said:
Please, any one can tell me the contact for the festival organization? I need it, urgent. Alexandre from Portugal
Oct. 15,2009 00:54 Ms.Gloria replied:
Hi,Alexandre. You may try this E-mail: brightsun114@hotmail.com and these numbers: 0451-82060114; 15045011156
This festival is held every year? And what will happen if the winter is warm
Oct. 13,2009 01:04 Mr.Neptune replied:
Yes, every year. It is really cold in winter in Harbin. Dude, you should know that you are in Harbin, not any other place. Right?
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Sep. 11,2009 06:47
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Mr.Gibson(Australia) said:
We are only able to travel to Harbin between 1st Jan 2010 and 4th Jan. I kow the official opening ceremony is Jan 5 but will there be ice sculptures to see? And what about that vodka bar I read about will it be open?
Sep. 11,2009 20:12 Ms.Christine replied:
Hi,Gibson. Don't worry. The official opening ceremony is on Jan.5, but the festival lasts for one to two months from the end of the first year to the next new year. You will see those gorgeous ice sculptures. Your travel date is just near the official opening ceremony date, i bet you will enjoy yourselves.
Oct. 11,2009 20:01 Mr.Paul(Australia) replied:
I live in Australia and have been to the Festival twice before. I'll be there those dates, if you want some help write me your phone # and I'll answer any questions. Paul P.O. Box 7069 Mount Lewis 2190
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Oct. 9,2009 23:55
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Mrs.KL Lim (Malaysia) said:
We intend to go to Harbin 27 Dec - 3 Jan. I know we able to see the ice lantern festival and ice sculptures. But are we able to see "dong yong" (winter swimming? Thank you
Oct. 10,2009 01:37 Mr.Hemingway replied:
Hi,Mrs.KL Lim. The National Winter Swimming Day is on Jan.1 each year. Different cities may hold activities at days around Jan.1. You are likely to see winter swimming.
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Oct. 3,2009 18:55
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Mr.PH(Australia) said:
So how easy is it to book the D trains from Beijing to Harbin (and return) in late January? I want to experience the fast train but would hate to miss out if they book out very quickly.
Oct. 9,2009 04:10 Mr.SM replied:
D trains are avialable in many routes. You don't have to take the one from Beijing to Harbin. If you just want an experience, why not choose a shorter one that is also easy to book?
25.
Oct. 6,2009 05:36
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Mr.Tanto(Ind) said:
Hey If I travel to Harbin during christmas day may I see the ice festival? so what canI see during christmas day? thanks
Oct. 9,2009 04:07 Mr.M.J. replied:
Ice Festival begins on Jan. 5 each year. You will see what you are to see.
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Sep. 27,2009 23:53
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Mr.esah (Malaysia) said:
can you tell me what date good for my familly to go Harbin Ice Festival. That place near bejing or not? maybe I want to go two in one (Bejing dan Harbin). Thank. Esah
Sep. 28,2009 03:11 Mr.Orchird replied:
Harbin Ice Festival is held annually from January 5 and lasts for over one month. So you can arrive at Jan.5 when the opening ceremony is held. Harbin is 1248km from Beijing via train. It takes about 12 hours if you transfer between Harbin and Beijing by train.
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Sep. 14,2009 06:24
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Ms.Missy(Singapore) said:
Will I be able to see the ice sculptures if I travel to Harbin early to mid December?
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Sep. 13,2009 16:06
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Mr.rhea(usa) said:
Hi Guys,
Which airport should I take for this spectacular event?
Sep. 13,2009 20:25 Mr.Ray001 replied:
Hi, you should arrive at Harbin Taiping International Airport.
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Sep. 9,2009 09:36
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Ms.T(Singapore) said:
are there places to rent special winter wear in Harbin? I don't wish to buy just to travel there.
30.
Aug. 26,2009 15:46
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Mr.LV(USA) said:
Are ice sculptures ready to see during the first week of November each year. I plan to visit China on business at that time and can take a side trip to Harbin, but not sure if any sculptures are ready that early.
Aug. 26,2009 19:56 Ms.Sigret(cn) replied:
The ice and snow festival begins on Jan.5 every year. It is likely to see ice sculputurs from late Dec., but the first week of Nov. is, anyway, a bit eariler.
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Travelers' Voices on Harbin Ice and Snow Festival (85)
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Nov. 5,2009 06:19 Reply
Ms.Olivia(Indonesia) said:
on the fifth of january is there any performance that will be held for the openning ceremony?
Nov. 6,2009 04:05
Ms.Betty replied:
Of course. You will be impressed by the snow and ice scenery and the festival
12.
Nov. 5,2009 04:10 Reply
Ms.Priscilla(Singapore) said:
I am thinking of travelling to Harbin for Christmas. I understand that the festival only opens on the 5th but will there be other things to see? And is Harbin a good place to feel the Christmas festive mood?
Nov. 6,2009 03:12
Ms.ADA_WATSON(China) replied:
Yes, a lot to see. Harbin is a excellent place to feel the Christmas festive mood in snow. You will have a great time.
13.
Nov. 5,2009 07:33 Reply
Ms.Eve See(Malaysia) said:
Hi,
I heard a lot about Harbin. Can you advise the average temperate?
Nov. 6,2009 03:10
Ms.ADA_WATSON(China) replied:
This website provides detailed info.
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/climate/harbin.htm
14.
Nov. 5,2009 02:27 Reply
Ms.Joanne(Malaysia) said:
If travelling to harpin from 5 to 12 Feb 2010. Is it still in time to see this Ice Carving?
Thanks.
Joanne (malaysia)
Nov. 5,2009 03:01
Ms.ADA_WATSON(China) replied:
Hi,Joanne. It is still the time to see the ice carving. Enjoy *_*
15.
Oct. 21,2009 08:01 Reply
Ms.absolute(australia) said:
Hi there,
my partner and I are planning to travel to Harbin in January 2010. I have a few questions that I hope someone could help me with..
How many days would you recommend for my trip.. Do you think 5 days is enough?
We plan to leave around 8th Jan, however if it opens on the 5th is that something we should be there to see?
I know there are many russians that travel there, could you tell me if the orthodox christmas celebration is big in Harbin on the 7th on January?
Also, if we fly to Beijing, is it safe to fly to Harbin from there? or is it safer to catch a train? Can anyone recommend some hotel to stay in while we visit?
THANKYOU for your help..
:)
Oct. 21,2009 21:04
Ms.Melissa(China) replied:
I have to say that travelling winter Harbin is a wise and nice choice.
5 days is enough, but 7 days won't be long either if you want a thorough explore. Ice and Snow Festival is something you should not give a miss. Harbin boasts an orthodox structure, St.Sophia Church. You can spend your time there or at Central Street on Christmas.
You can either take flight or train from Beijing to Harbin. For hotels, you may check Shangri-la Hotel Harbin, Heilongjiang Kunlun Hotel, or Join Us Plaza Hotel, Harbin. This website may help with your hotel booking:
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/harbin-hotels.htm
hope this helps and wish you have a good time in Harbin.
Oct. 30,2009 01:30
Mr.Jonathan(Indonesia) replied:
It's absolutely safe to fly from Bjs to Harbin (hrb), take morning flight where weather phenomenon is minimised. % days is in HRB, you can plan to enjoy skiing in Yabuli 300 km away HRB, many good sight seeing in HRB check on the net.
Nov. 3,2009 21:35
Mr.Peter(Australia) replied:
I think there are direct flights from Australia to Haerbin. But if you want to travel from Beijing to Haerbin, you might want to try the 250km/h high speed "D" trains, they take only 8 hours to cover the 1,300 km. See more of the country that way. A train leaves just after 7am in the morning, there's a foreign ticket window at Beijing station. Go 1st Class, it will cost you between 300 - 400rmb from memory.( AUD80.00 ) app.
16.
Oct. 26,2009 09:39 Reply
Mr.Ekk(Thailand) said:
If I go to harbin on early Dec, how much of Ice festival I can see?
Oct. 26,2009 22:48
Mr.Dennis replied:
The opening ceremony is on Jan.5 and the festival last around 1 month. You may feel the ice and snow atmosphere but not so much about the festival.
17.
Oct. 26,2009 18:28 Reply
Mr.James(USA) said:
I am an American artist seeking to build a small ice sculpture installation art piece in Harbin this winter. Who are the organisers of the Ice Lantern Festival that I might speak to about a space for my proposed sculpture? Unfortunately I only know a few phrases in Chinese, but my german and japanese is rather good. Thanks. James McClean
Oct. 26,2009 22:46
Ms.Nancy replied:
Here is an E-mail you can try: brightsun114@hotmail.com
18.
Oct. 24,2009 18:17 Reply
Mr.liang(US) said:
I would like to travel in the mid of Feburary to Harbin, could I still see the ice-scrulpture? Thanks!
Oct. 26,2009 01:30
Ms.Lily replied:
The ice festival starts from Jan.5 and lasts till the mid of Feburary. So probably you will catch up with the festival.
19.
Oct. 16,2009 02:43 Reply
Mr.sandi(USA) said:
Can anyone recommend a good English speaking tour company for the Harbin Ice Festival?
Oct. 16,2009 02:58
Mr.William replied:
You may consider the company of this website, I think. That is Travel China Guide. You can try to book tour route with it.
20.
Oct. 14,2009 08:37 Reply
Mr.Alexandre(Portugal) said:
Please, any one can tell me the contact for the festival organization? I need it, urgent. Alexandre from Portugal
Oct. 15,2009 00:54
Ms.Gloria replied:
Hi,Alexandre. You may try this E-mail: brightsun114@hotmail.com
and these numbers:
0451-82060114; 15045011156
21.
Oct. 13,2009 00:02 Reply
Mr.HEWA34(Estonia) said:
This festival is held every year? And what will happen if the winter is warm
Oct. 13,2009 01:04
Mr.Neptune replied:
Yes, every year. It is really cold in winter in Harbin. Dude, you should know that you are in Harbin, not any other place. Right?
22.
Sep. 11,2009 06:47 Reply
Mr.Gibson(Australia) said:
We are only able to travel to Harbin between 1st Jan 2010 and 4th Jan. I kow the official opening ceremony is Jan 5 but will there be ice sculptures to see? And what about that vodka bar I read about will it be open?
Sep. 11,2009 20:12
Ms.Christine replied:
Hi,Gibson. Don't worry. The official opening ceremony is on Jan.5, but the festival lasts for one to two months from the end of the first year to the next new year. You will see those gorgeous ice sculptures. Your travel date is just near the official opening ceremony date, i bet you will enjoy yourselves.
Oct. 11,2009 20:01
Mr.Paul(Australia) replied:
I live in Australia and have been to the Festival twice before. I'll be there those dates, if you want some help write me your phone # and I'll answer any questions. Paul P.O. Box 7069 Mount Lewis 2190
23.
Oct. 9,2009 23:55 Reply
Mrs.KL Lim (Malaysia) said:
We intend to go to Harbin 27 Dec - 3 Jan. I know we able to see the ice lantern festival and ice sculptures. But are we able to see "dong yong" (winter swimming? Thank you
Oct. 10,2009 01:37
Mr.Hemingway replied:
Hi,Mrs.KL Lim. The National Winter Swimming Day is on Jan.1 each year. Different cities may hold activities at days around Jan.1. You are likely to see winter swimming.
24.
Oct. 3,2009 18:55 Reply
Mr.PH(Australia) said:
So how easy is it to book the D trains from Beijing to Harbin (and return) in late January? I want to experience the fast train but would hate to miss out if they book out very quickly.
Oct. 9,2009 04:10
Mr.SM replied:
D trains are avialable in many routes. You don't have to take the one from Beijing to Harbin. If you just want an experience, why not choose a shorter one that is also easy to book?
25.
Oct. 6,2009 05:36 Reply
Mr.Tanto(Ind) said:
Hey
If I travel to Harbin during christmas day may I see the ice festival?
so what canI see during christmas day? thanks
Oct. 9,2009 04:07
Mr.M.J. replied:
Ice Festival begins on Jan. 5 each year. You will see what you are to see.
26.
Sep. 27,2009 23:53 Reply
Mr.esah (Malaysia) said:
can you tell me what date good for my familly to go Harbin Ice Festival. That place near bejing or not? maybe I want to go two in one (Bejing dan Harbin). Thank. Esah
Sep. 28,2009 03:11
Mr.Orchird replied:
Harbin Ice Festival is held annually from January 5 and lasts for over one month. So you can arrive at Jan.5 when the opening ceremony is held. Harbin is 1248km from Beijing via train. It takes about 12 hours if you transfer between Harbin and Beijing by train.
27.
Sep. 14,2009 06:24 Reply
Ms.Missy(Singapore) said:
Will I be able to see the ice sculptures if I travel to Harbin early to mid December?
28.
Sep. 13,2009 16:06 Reply
Mr.rhea(usa) said:
Hi Guys,
Which airport should I take for this spectacular event?
Sep. 13,2009 20:25
Mr.Ray001 replied:
Hi, you should arrive at Harbin Taiping International Airport.
29.
Sep. 9,2009 09:36 Reply
Ms.T(Singapore) said:
are there places to rent special winter wear in Harbin? I don't wish to buy just to travel there.
30.
Aug. 26,2009 15:46 Reply
Mr.LV(USA) said:
Are ice sculptures ready to see during the first week of November each year. I plan to visit China on business at that time and can take a side trip to Harbin, but not sure if any sculptures are ready that early.
Aug. 26,2009 19:56
Ms.Sigret(cn) replied:
The ice and snow festival begins on Jan.5 every year. It is likely to see ice sculputurs from late Dec., but the first week of Nov. is, anyway, a bit eariler.